P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) (3:57)
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The original demo version of the song was written by the singer and Greg Phillinganes for Jackson’s sixth solo album, Thriller (1982). This original demo version of the song was totally re-done to a more up-tempo beat by James Ingram and producer Quincy Jones. The pair were thus credited with the writing of the song. Two of Jackson’s sisters, Janet and La Toya, provided backing vocals in the guise of the P.Y.T.s.
“P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” was released on September 19, 1983, as the penultimate single from Thriller. The single charted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 46 on the R&B singles chart, becoming the sixth Top 10 hit from the album. In the UK, the song reached a peak position of 11. The single was most successful in Belgium, charting within the Top 10 at number 6. “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” has been covered and sampled by numerous artists, including Monica, Justin Guarini and Kanye West. The original demo was also remixed by Black Eyed Peas singer will.i.am for Thriller 25.
“P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” was released on September 19, 1983, as the penultimate single from Thriller. The single charted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 46 on the R&B singles chart, becoming the sixth Top 10 hit from the album. In the UK, the song reached a peak position of 11. The single was most successful in Belgium, charting within the Top 10 at number 6. “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” has been covered and sampled by numerous artists, including Monica, Justin Guarini and Kanye West. The original demo was also remixed by Black Eyed Peas singer will.i.am for Thriller 25.
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Michael jackson - PYT (pretty young thing)
Where Did You Come From Lady
And Ooh Won't You Take Me There
Right Away Won't You Baby
Tendoroni You've Got To Be
Spark My Nature
Sugar Fly With Me
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Where Did You Come From Lady
And Ooh Won't You Take Me There
Right Away Won't You Baby
Tendoroni You've Got To Be
Spark My Nature
Sugar Fly With Me
Don't…
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Deb9 wrote:
One of my all time favourite MJ songs. Love it! :-)
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pogopatterson wrote:
If you recall, in the UK circa 1984, the record companies used the success of Thriller to re-release alot of early Michael stuff. Some of it relatively unknown, like Farewell My Summer Love. So that was a good summer basically.
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CROCHET4EVER wrote:
PYT............................................XOXOX
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systolediastole wrote:
I'm not familiar with this version (well, I guess I am now)
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velvetbride wrote:
I would say this song is my favorite on "Thriller" :D Or maybe the favorite...hmm... don't know, anywaaay, greaaat!! I love when Michael sings about LOVE, yes, cause he does it so joyfully, so...so nice!!
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ferrumoff wrote:
0 plays (1 listener) WTF??
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xxsmoothopexx wrote:
Love this!
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jecca_1997 wrote:
Great!
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pandita_8a wrote:
great!!!
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Retro_Saiyan wrote:
Cool song, Very Underrated!
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redcrush wrote:
I've read reviews calling this song one of the weakest of the bunch, but this is the one that has always managed to still be played at parties, clubs, and the whatnot. An awesome dance classic.
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MJforETERNITY wrote:
P.Y.T. makes me smile :). MIKE YOU'RE THE BEST!
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pogopatterson wrote:
My favourite Michael song and if I remember came out in 1984, over a long hot summer in the UK.
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savycuite wrote:
CLASSIC. NO OTHER LIKE HIM
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ShaniaEve wrote:
Cool...
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luckylollyme wrote:
much more mellow smoother version...still good though...
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MysticWind09 wrote:
this seems to switch from the fast normal version to the extra slow version...very odd...
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Zombie_Goldblum wrote:
one of the best songs on thriller. and he uses the term tenderoni! haha reminds me of chromeo
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agathaco wrote:
love the chipmunks part!! it cracks me up everytime!
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mynameislarry wrote:
yeahh i think im listening to a different version of pyt also...
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