We've Got a Good Thing Going

Michael Jackson

About We've Got a Good Thing Going

"We've Got a Good Thing Going" is a song written by The Corporation and originally performed by Michael Jackson. Originally appearing as the B-side of Jackson's 1972 single "I Wanna Be Where You Are", it was later included on his second album Ben. In 1981, Jamaican reggae singer Sugar Minott scored his biggest hit with a cover version of the song, reaching number 4 on the UK Singles Chart.


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Bad news, bad news! 
I heard you're packing to leave! 
I come running right over
I just couldn't believe it
I couldn't believe it

[Chorus]
Oh baby, baby
You must be out of your mind
Do you know what you're kicking away? 
We've got a good thing goin', baby
We've got a groovy thing

I've never done you no wrong
I never hit you when you're down
I always gave you good thing
I never ran around
I never ran around

[Chorus]

There's something you ought to know
If you're fixing to go
I can't make it without you
No no no no, no no no no
No no no no, no no no no

[Chorus]

We've got a good thing goin', baby
We've got a groovy thing

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: FREDDIE PERREN, ALPHONSO MIZELL, DEKE RICHARDS, BERRY GORDY JR

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"We've Got a Good Thing Going" is a single by Michael Jackson, issued in 1972.
Album Placement
The song was originally featured on Jackson’s album, "Ben."
Noteworthy Charts Performance
Although it wasn't one of his biggest hits in the U.S., it reached number 1 in the UK Singles Chart in March 1972, staying there for two weeks.
Reissues
It was reissued as a single in the UK in 1981, as part of Motown’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, reaching number 41.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by Sugar Minott in 1981, whose version reached higher positions in the charts than Jackson's original.
Lead Vocals
In the song, which is a melodic pop ballad, Jackson's young voice is distinctly heard that hints at his future capabilities as an adult artist.
Critical Acclaim
Although the song isn’t one of Jackson’s most well-known or commercially successful, some fans and critics consider it to be an underrated gem in his discography.
Musical Style
The song is pop-soul, characteristic of Jackson's early work with Motown.
Carefully Crafted Lyrics
The lyrics to "We've Got A Good Thing Going" reflect Jackson's knack for optimism and simplicity in his music.
Co-creators
The song has been co-written by The Corporation, a team of songwriters and record producers at Motown, including Berry Gordy, Alphonzo Mizell, Freddie Perren and Deke Richards.

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