What makes this 2022 edition essential for fans is the inclusion of the Upper EP and a wealth of B-sides and remixes.

: These live and acoustic versions highlight Michael’s peerless vocal control, stripping away the production to show the raw soul underneath.

At its heart, Older remains a haunting exploration of grief, love, and identity. Released originally in 1996 following the death of Anselmo Feleppa and a grueling legal battle with Sony, the album swapped the pop-funk of his youth for sophisticated jazz-pop and bossa nova. The title track and "Jesus to a Child" sound as crisp and emotionally devastating as ever, benefiting from a remaster that feels warm rather than overly compressed.