Working Day and Night
Michael Jackson
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Ooh my honey You got me workin' day and night Ooh my sugar You got me workin' day and night Scratch my shoulder It's aching, make it feel alright When this is over Lovin' you will be so right I often wonder if lovin' you Will be tonight But what is love girl If I'm always out of sight (ooh) (That's why) You got me workin' day and night And I'll be workin' From sun up to midnight You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night You say that workin' Is what a man's supposed to do And I say it ain't right If I can't give sweet love to you, yeah ah I'm tired of thinkin' Of what my life's supposed to be (well) Soon enough darlin' This love will be reality (ah ah) How can you live girl 'Cause love for us was meant to be (well) Then you must be seein' Some other guy instead of me (ooh) (That's why) You got me workin' day and night And I'll be workin' From sun up to midnight You got me workin' workin' day and night (Hold on) You got me workin' workin' day and night (I'm so tired tired now) You got me workin' workin' day and night (Hold on) You got me workin' workin' day and night (Hoo, hoo, hoo) You say that workin' Is what a man's supposed to do And I say it ain't right If I can't give sweet love to you (Well, ah) How can you live girl 'Cause love for us was meant to be (well) Then you must be seein' (woo) Some other guy instead of me (ooh) (That's why) You got me workin' day and night (I don't understand it) And I'll be workin' From sun up to midnight You got me workin' workin' day and night (Hold on) You got me workin' workin' day and night (I'm so tired tired now) You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night (Girl) You got me workin' workin' day and night (I'm so tired tired now) You got me workin' workin' day and night You got me workin' workin' day and night (How can I get to you)
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Written by: Michael Jackson
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15 facts about this song
Record Label"Working Day and Night" was released by Epic Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment.
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Album HistoryReleased in 1979, the song is a part of Michael Jackson’s fifth solo studio album named "Off The Wall". This album marked the beginning of Jackson's breakthrough as a solo artist.
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Song Genre"Working Day and Night" falls under the genre of post-disco and R&B. It's characterized by its rhythmic beats and Jackson’s vibrant and energetic vocals.
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Song WritingMichael Jackson himself wrote the song, showcasing his prowess not only as a singer but also as a songwriter.
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InspirationThe song captures Jackson’s feelings about his father making him and his brothers rehearse all day and night in their early days as The Jackson 5.
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Backup VocalsBackup vocals for this song were provided by Greg Phillinganes and Michael Jackson himself.
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Live PerformancesFirst performed on the 1979 Destiny World Tour, "Working Day and Night" continued to be a regular at his concerts, often used as the opening song.
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Iconic Bass-lineThe song features a fast-paced and catchy bass-line played by the renowned bassist Louis Johnson. His performance on the track is often highly praised by music fans and critics.
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Alternate VersionsThe song was remixed by John Luongo for a disco 12" release in October 1979.
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InfluenceThe song has influenced several artists including Chris Brown, who sampled "Working Day and Night" in his 2012 hit "Fine China".
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Chart PerformanceEven though not officially released as a single in the United States, it peaked at number 60 on the Billboard Hot 100 due to strong radio airplay.
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Music VideoUnlike many of Michael Jackson's tracks, "Working Day and Night" does not have an official music video.
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Innovative SoundIt is one of the first songs to use a synthesized drum machine, the Linn LM-1 Drum Computer, which adds a unique touch to the song.
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Album Success"Off The Wall", the album in which "Working Day and Night" features, sold more than 20 million copies worldwide, making it among Michael Jackson's best-selling albums.
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LegacyToday, "Working Day and Night" is hailed as a classic that exemplifies Jackson’s extraordinary dancing talent and musical genius.
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