Following the arrest, Michael released “Outside,” a defiant, joyful ode to cruising and alfresco sex, as the lead single for his greatest hits album Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael.

To close out the year, GQ is revisiting the most fascinating ideas, trends, people, and projects of 2023. ... Then I went down a gigantic George Michael hole, which I'm still in.

George Michael's "Father Figure" has enduring impact outside of "Babygirl's" dance scene. ... Even one of Michael's music friends, artist Rob Thomas told GQ in 2017 that Michael inspired his music.