Co-written by Jackson himself, "High Alone" sets the tone for MAGIC MAN 2. The song reinvigorates the volatile relationship between Jackson and his MAGIC MAN persona —a figure first introduced in his Billboard-charting, 2022 album. As MAGIC MAN 2 unfolds, this alter ego will gradually reveal its darker, toxic traits, offering listeners an intimate portrait of Jackson’s inner emotions, personal growth and experiences. Set for release in 2025, MAGIC MAN 2 will unfold in four chapters, exploring Jackson’s stages of grief.The “High Alone” music video blurs the lines between illusion and reality as Magic Man performs a daring, underwater handcuff escape. The performance unfolds like a spectacle, all while the audience sits transfixed, yet beneath the surface, a darker truth lingers. Using this illusional world as a metaphor, the video addresses the crucial facts about the industry and the reality of humanity. It encompasses the point of view of MAGIC MAN: “The difference of what a performance means to the public versus what a performance means to management.