Enjoy Yourself
The Jacksons, Michael Jackson
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13 facts about this song
Release DateThe song "Enjoy Yourself" was released on October 29, 1976.
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Album DetailsThe song was part of "The Jacksons" album, which was the 12th studio album from The Jacksons and their first under the Epic record label.
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Song Genre"Enjoy Yourself" is widely recognized as a soulful disco song. It combined elements of pop and funk, both characteristics of The Jacksons’ music.
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Song LengthThe official time duration of the song is 3 minutes and 24 seconds.
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Chart Performance"Enjoy Yourself" peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Billboard R&B charts.
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Lead SingersTwo of the Jackson brothers, Michael Jackson and Jermaine Jackson, were the lead vocalists for the song.
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Producing and WritingThe song was written by Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff. They were also the producers of the track.
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Music VideoThe Jacksons performed in two versions of the music video for "Enjoy Yourself". It showcases the band members dancing and singing, which was mainly praised for its choreography.
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CertificationsThe song was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in February 1977.
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Cover VersionsSouth Korean girl group TWICE included their version of "Enjoy Yourself" in their 2020 album, "Eyes Wide Open".
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Live Performances"Enjoy Yourself" was performed by The Jacksons in several of their concert tours including The Jacksons Tour, the Triumph Tour, and the Victory Tour.
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Use in Popular CultureIn the 1978 film "The Wiz", directed by Sidney Lumet, a snippet of "Enjoy Yourself" can be heard in the background during the Emerald City sequence. Michael Jackson starred in this film as the Scarecrow.
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Personal OpinionsThe song is often praised for the originality of its uplifting beat and Michael's energetic vocal style which inspired listeners to "enjoy themselves."
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