Vocals: Michael Jackson (distinguished by his bright, high-pitched timbre, characteristic vibrato, and dynamic "hiccups" or *staccato* style). Instruments: Piano, violin, and synthesizers. The song and its instrumental arrangement are melancholic, conveying a sense of loneliness—a sad, solitary song. Theme: It tells the story of a young soldier who gradually sees the world as it truly is and loses his innocence. Title: "Fire on Earth"
