Jones' publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family.

Jones showcased how changing a song ever so slightly can elevate it immensely. Beyond working together, the two became good friends with Sinatra often referring to Jones as “Q a

Quincy Jones, a prolific producer and the first Black executive at a major American record label, was best known as the architect of Michael Jackson's early success, including by producing "Thriller."