Just a Little Bit of You
Michael Jackson
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Just a little bit of you every day Will surely keep the doctor away Just a little bit of you every day Will surely keep the doctor away I told my mama how I feel about your power Your love can heal, can't no doctor's remedy Ever do what you do for me Just a little bit of you every day Will surely keep the doctor away Eeny weeny teeny bit of your love Baby it's all I need, it's all I need Since the day I've been loving you I can't catch a cold, I can't catch the flu' The sweet loving you've been giving me Has become my daily need Just a little o' your love, every day It's all I need, that's all I need Just a little bit baby That's all I need, that's all I need So don't send no doctor to my door 'Cause Doctor John been here before Don't you send him, just come yourself Bring your loving and nothing else Ooh just a, just a, Just a little bit of you every day Will surely keep the doctor away Just a little bit of you every day Will surely keep the doctor away
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Written by: JR., BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD HOLLAND, EDWARD, JR. HOLLAND
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12 facts about this song
Album Information"Just a Little Bit of You" is part of Michael Jackson's fourth studio album, "Forever, Michael," and was released in 1975.
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Chart PerformanceThough not released as a single, the song still had good performance in charts. "Just a Little Bit of You" reached no. 23 on the Billboard R&B chart and 55 on the Pop chart.
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Song CreatorsThis song was written by the illustrious songwriting team of Brian Holland, who was one of the essential creators for Motown's legendary hits.
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Background VocalsThe background vocals of the song were provided by Minnie Riperton and Maxayn Lewis, accomplished artists in their own right.
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Label DetailsThe song was released under the Motown label, a record company that was pivotal in the creation of the Motown sound prevalent in the 1960s and ‘70s.
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Song Length"Just a Little Bit of You" is a mid-tempo, soulful song that lasts for 3 minutes and 13 seconds.
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Young Michael JacksonThis song is one of the songs that highlighted Michael Jackson's growth as an artist, as he was only 16 years old when "Forever, Michael" was released.
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Transition Song"Just a Little Bit of You" is considered one of the songs that marked Jackson's transition from the lead singer of the Jackson 5 to a solo artist.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, showcasing its enduring appeal. In 2016, it was performed by Calum Scott on Britain's Got Talent.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have noted "Just a Little Bit of You" as a standout track from "Forever, Michael." Its heartfelt, mature lyrics coupled with Michael Jackson's tender and soulful delivery was commended. It's often cited as a hint of the superstar that Michael Jackson would become.
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Musical StyleThe song is often categorized as Soul, Pop and Motown and showcases the vocal depth and maturity of a young Michael Jackson.
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Album SuccessDespite being released at a difficult time in Jackson's career – when he was no longer a child star but not yet an adult artist - "Forever, Michael" eventually sold over 1 million copies worldwide.
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