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Michael Jackson - Thriller album

  • Performer: Michael Jackson
  • Genre: Pop
  • Title: Thriller
  • Released: 2003
  • Style: Vocal
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Michael Jackson - Thriller (1982) 1. Wanna be startin' Somethin' 2. Baby be Mine 3. The girl is Mine 4. Thriller 5. Beat It 6. Billy Jean 7. Human Nature . .

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Thriller is the sixth studio album by American singer Michael Jackson, released on November 30, 1982, in the United States by Epic Records and internationally by CBS Records. It explores genres similar to Jackson's previous album, Off the Wall (1979), including pop, post-disco, rock, funk and R&B.

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Thriller is an album by Michael Jackson. It was released in 1982 and is the biggest selling album of all time. Seven singles were released from the album. It won eight Grammy Awards, the most anyone has won at once. In 1979 Jackson released Off the Wall. It was very successful. However Jackson was not happy. At the 1980 Grammys he won one Grammy from the album. It was the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for the single "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough".

Michael Jackson's Thriller (music video). Michael Jackson's Thriller is a music video/short film for the Michael Jackson song "Thriller". It was directed by John Landis, written by Landis and Jackson, and released on December 2, 1983. In the video, which references numerous horror films, Jackson and his girlfriend (played by Ola Ray) are confronted by zombies while walking home from a movie theater.

Thriller is the sixth studio album by Michael Jackson. It was recorded between April and November 1982 and was released on November 30, 1982. Seven of the nine songs on the album became singles, and all hit number one on charts. The album received amazing critical reception, winning numerous awards, eight in the year 1984 alone and becoming the best-selling album of all time, and still holds that record till today.

Pretty Young Thing) 9. The Lady In My Life Cover Art. More on Genius. Thriller " Track Info. Release Date November 30, 1982. Thriller Michael Jackson. 1. Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’. 5. Beat It. 6. Billie Jean.

Listen free to Michael Jackson – Thriller (Wanna Be Startin' Somethin', Baby Be Mine and more). Thriller is the best selling album of all time. It is the sixth studio album by American recording artist Michael Jackson. The album was released on November 30, 1982 by Epic Records as the follow-up to Jackson's critically and commercially successful 1979 album Off the Wall.

Michael Jackson's Thriller is the bestselling album of all time, with 45 million worldwide sales powered by seven Top 10 . singles and eight Grammy Awards. The 1982 album was also a success from which the pop superstar never really albums seemed to have no other goal than to beat the records set by Thriller. The highly-polished sound of Quincy Jones's production sounds almost organic compared to Jackson's more recent work, and in the same regard, Thriller was significantly slicker than its predecessor, Off the Wall

Tracklist

A1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
A2 Baby Be Mine
A3 The Girl Is Mine
A4 Thriller
B1 Beat It
B2 Billie Jean
B3 Human Nature
B4 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
B5 The Lady In My Life

Companies, etc.

  • Marketed By – Sony Music Entertainment (RUS)

Credits

  • Producer – Quincy Jones

Notes

Russian release

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode (Text): 4 606817 859303

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist

A1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
A2 Baby Be Mine
A3 The Girl is Mine
A4 Thriller
B1 Beat It
B5 Billie Jean
B3 Human Nature
B4 P.Y.T
B5 The Lady in My Life

Companies, etc.

  • Distributed By – Renvar, S.A. – 350.376/A

Notes

Song titles translated in spanish. No barcode.

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

A1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Written-By – M. Jackson*
A2 Baby Be Mine
Written-By – R. Temperton*
A3 The Girl Is Mine
Vocals [Featuring] – Paul McCartneyWritten-By – M. Jackson*
A4 Thriller
Written-By – R. Temperton*
B1 Beat It
Written-By – M. Jackson*
B2 Billie Jean
Written-By – M. Jackson*
B3 Human Nature
Written-By – J. Bettis*, S. Potcaro*
B4 P. Y. T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Written-By – J. Ingram*, Q. Jones*
B5 The Lady In My Life
Written-By – R. Temperton*

Companies, etc.

  • Manufactured For – Diski CBS AEBE

Credits

  • Producer – Quincy Jones

Notes

Made in Greece for Diski CBS AEBE.

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Other: ⓨ

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist

A1 Beat It
A2 Thriller
A3 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
A4 Billie Jean
B1 Baby Be Mine
B2 The Girl Is Mine
B3 Human Nature
B4 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
B5 The Lady In My Life

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startin' Something
Backing Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Michael Jackson, Oren WatersPerformer [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Nelson Hayes, Steven Ray Performer [Bathroom Stomp Board], Arranged By [Horns] – Michael Jackson
6:04
2 Michael Jackson Baby Be Mine
Keyboards – Greg PhillinganesProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Brian Banks
4:20
3 Michael Jackson With Paul McCartney The Girl Is Mine
Arranged By [Rhythm], Piano – David PaichArranged By [Synthesizer] – David FosterArranged By [Vocals] – Quincy JonesConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Conductor [Strings] – Jerry HeyGuitar – Dean ParksSynthesizer – David FosterVocals – Paul McCartney
3:41
4 Michael Jackson Thriller
Effects – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienRap – Vincent Price Synthesizer – Brian BanksSynthesizer, Arranged By [Rhythm] – Rod Temperton
5:57
5 Michael Jackson Beat It
Bass [Electric] – Steve LukatherGuitar [Solo] – Eddie Van HalenKeyboards – Bill WolferOther [Synergy] – Greg SmithPerformer [Drum Case Beater] – Michael JacksonRecorded By [Guitar Solo] – Donn LandeeSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Tom Bahler
4:18
6 Michael Jackson Billie Jean
Arranged By [Synthesizer] – Michael JacksonConductor [Strings] – Jeremy LubbockProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Bill WolferSynthesizer – Greg Smith
4:54
7 Michael Jackson Human Nature
Arranged By – Steve LukatherWritten-By – John BettisWritten-By, Arranged By – Steve Porcaro
4:06
8 Michael Jackson P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Backing Vocals [Additional] – Howard Hewitt*Backing Vocals [Additional], Written-By, Arranged By – Quincy JonesBacking Vocals [Additional], Written-By, Arranged By, Handclaps – James IngramBacking Vocals [P Y T] – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, Janet Jackson, LaToya Jackson*Bass [Electric], Handclaps – Louis JohnsonHandclaps – Michael Jackson, Steven Ray Keyboards [Portasound] – James IngramProgrammed By [Synthesizer], Handclaps – Greg PhillinganesSynthesizer [Vocoder] – Michael Boddicker
3:58
9 Michael Jackson The Lady In My Life
Arranged By – Rod Temperton
4:58
Special Edition Bonus Material
10 Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
2:18
10a Michael Jackson Someone In The Dark
Lyrics By – Alan Bergman, Marilyn Bergman, Rod Temperton
4:48
10b Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
2:04
11 Michael Jackson Billie Jean (Home Demo 1981)
Written-By – Michael Jackson
2:20
11a Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
3:10
11b Michael Jackson Interview With Rod Temperton
Voice – Rod Temperton
4:02
12c Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
1:32
13 Michael Jackson Voice-Over Session From "Thriller"
Voice – Michael Jackson, Vincent Price
2:52
13a Michael Jackson Interview With Rod Temperton
Voice – Rod Temperton
1:56
13b Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
2:01
14 Michael Jackson Carousel
Written-By – D. Freeman*, M. Sembello*
1:49
14a Michael Jackson Interview With Quincy Jones
Voice – Quincy Jones
1:17

Credits

  • Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Arranged By [Rhythm] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 5, 6), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1, 5)
  • Arranged By [Strings] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 3, 6)
  • Arranged By [Synthesizer] – Rod Temperton (tracks: 3, 6)
  • Arranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6), Rod Temperton (tracks: 2, 4, 5)
  • Bass – Louis Johnson (tracks: 1, 3, 6, 9)
  • Compiled By – Bruce Swedien
  • Drums – Jeff Porcaro (tracks: 5, 7, 9), N'dugu Chancler* (tracks: 2, 6, 8)
  • Edited By [Remaster] – Rob Herrera, Stuart Brawley
  • Electric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9)
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Steve Bates
  • Engineer [Technical], Recorded By [Additional] – Matt Forger
  • Executive-Producer [Remaster] – Michael Jackson
  • Executive-Producer [Remaster], Compiled By [Remaster], Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Guitar – David Williams (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6), Paul Jackson* (tracks: 5, 8, 9), Steve Lukather (tracks: 3, 5, 7)
  • Percussion – Paulinho Da Costa (tracks: 1, 7)
  • Producer – Quincy Jones
  • Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Anthony Marinelli (tracks: 2, 4), Steve Porcaro (tracks: 2, 3, 5, 7)
  • Recorded By [Additional] – Humberto Gatica
  • Remastered By, Mastered By [Thursday, November 11, 1982] – Bernie Grundman
  • Sampler [Emulator] – Michael Boddicker (tracks: 6 to 9)
  • Saxophone, Flute – Larry Williams (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Synthesizer – Bill Wolfer (tracks: 1, 6), David Paich (tracks: 2, 7, 9), Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1, 2, 4 to 6, 8), Michael Boddicker (tracks: 1, 2), Steve Porcaro (tracks: 5, 7, 9)
  • Trombone – Bill Reichenbach (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Gary Grant (tracks: 1, 2, 4), Jerry Hey (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Written-By – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6, 13), Rod Temperton (tracks: 2, 4, 9)

Notes

Originally release 1982-11-30.

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Rights Society: BIEM/SACEM/SACD/SDRM/SGDL
  • Label Code: LC 0199
  • Barcode: 5 099750 442227

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

CD-1 Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' 6:02
CD-2 Michael Jackson Baby Be Mine 4:20
CD-3 Michael Jackson The Girl Is Mine
Vocals [With] – Paul McCartney
3:42
CD-4 Michael Jackson Thriller
Featuring, Rap – Vincent Price
5:57
CD-5 Michael Jackson Beat It 4:17
CD-6 Michael Jackson Billie Jean 4:57
CD-7 Michael Jackson Human Nature 4:05
CD-8 Michael Jackson P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) 3:58
CD-9 Michael Jackson The Lady In My Life 4:57
CD-10 Vincent Price Excerpt From "Thriller" Voice-Over Session 0:24
Previously Unreleased Tracks For 25th Anniversary Edition
CD-11 Michael Jackson The Girl Is Mine 2008
Featuring – Will I Am
3:11
CD-12 Michael Jackson P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) 2008
Featuring – Will I Am
4:21
CD-13 Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' 2008
Featuring – Akon
4:14
CD-14 Michael Jackson Beat It 2008
Featuring – Fergie
4:12
CD-15 Michael Jackson Billie Jean 2008 (Kanye West Mix)
Remix – Kanye West
4:37
CD-16 Michael Jackson For All Time 4:03
DVD - The Short Films
DVD-1 Michael Jackson Billie Jean
Film Director – Steve Barron
4:55
DVD-2 Michael Jackson Beat It
Film Director – Bob Giraldi
4:58
DVD-3 Michael Jackson Thriller
Film Director – John Landis
13:42
DVD-4 Michael Jackson Billie Jean (The Legendary Performance From Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, And Forever) 4:58

Companies, etc.

  • Copyright (c) – MJJ Productions Inc.
  • Phonographic Copyright (p) – MJJ Productions Inc.
  • Manufactured By – Sonopress-Rimo da Amazônia Indústria e Comércio Fonográfica Ltda.
  • Distributed By – Sonopress-Rimo da Amazônia Indústria e Comércio Fonográfica Ltda.
  • Licensed From – Sony BMG Music Entertainment (Brasil) Ltda.

Credits

  • Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Steve Bates
  • Engineer [Technical] – Matt Forger
  • Illustration [Inner Sleeve Drawings] – Michael Jackson
  • Management – Joe Jackson , Weisner-DeMann Entertainment
  • Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
  • Other [Styling] – Valadé / Design Pool
  • Photography By – Dick Zimmerman
  • Producer – Quincy Jones
  • Recorded By [Additional Sound Sources] – Humberto Gatica, Matt Forger
  • Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Typography [Lettering] – Mac James

Notes

Region Code: All

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode: 886971798722
  • Other (Batch ID): AH0020000

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

A1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
A2 Baby Be Mine
A3 The Girl Is Mine
Featuring – Paul McCartney
A4 Thriller
B1 Beat It
B2 Billie Jean
B3 Human Nature
B4 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
B5 The Lady In My Life

Credits

  • Producer – Quincy Jones

Notes

Tracklist inside.

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Arranged By [Horns], Flugelhorn, Trumpet – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm, Vocals, Horns], Backing Vocals, Performer [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Oren WatersBass – Louis JohnsonElectric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesFlugelhorn, Trumpet – Gary GrantFlute, Saxophone – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Percussion – Paulinho Da CostaPerformer [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Nelson Hayes, Steven Ray Synthesizer – Bill Wolfer, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach
6:02
2 Michael Jackson Baby Be Mine
Arranged By [Horn], Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Flute, Saxophone – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Keyboards, Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Anthony Marinelli, Brian Banks, Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – David Paich, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Gary Grant
4:20
3 Michael Jackson With Paul McCartney The Girl Is Mine
Arranged By [Rhythm], Piano – David PaichArranged By [Strings], Conductor [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer], Synthesizer – David FosterArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm] – Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonBass – Louis JohnsonConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Drums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Dean Parks, Steve LukatherProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
3:42
4 Michael Jackson Thriller
Arranged By [Horn], Flugelhorn, Trumpet – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm, Synthesizer], Synthesizer – Rod TempertonEffects – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienFeaturing, Rap – Vincent Price Flugelhorn, Trumpet – Gary GrantFlute, Saxophone – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Anthony MarinelliSynthesizer – Brian Banks, Greg PhillinganesTrombone – Bill Reichenbach
5:57
5 Michael Jackson Beat It
Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm], Percussion [Drum Case Beater] – Michael JacksonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Guitar, Electric Bass – Steve LukatherKeyboards – Bill WolferPerformer [Synergy] – Greg SmithRecorded By [Eddie Van Halen's Guitar Solo On "Beat It"] – Don Landee*Soloist, Guitar – Eddie Van HalenSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Tom BahlerSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
4:17
6 Michael Jackson Billie Jean
Arranged By [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer, Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonBass – Louis JohnsonConductor [Strings] – Jeremy LubbockDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Piano [Rhodes], Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Dean ParksSynthesizer – Greg SmithSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Bill Wolfer
4:57
7 Michael Jackson Human Nature
Arranged By, Guitar – Steve LukatherArranged By, Synthesizer – David PaichArranged By, Synthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroDrums – Jeff PorcaroPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerWritten-By – J. Bettis*, S. Porcaro*
4:05
8 Michael Jackson P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Arranged By – Quincy JonesArranged By, Backing Vocals, Keyboards [Portasound], Handclaps – James IngramBacking Vocals – Howard HewettBacking Vocals [P.Y.T.'s] – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, Janet Jackson, La Toya JacksonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Bass, Handclaps – Louis JohnsonGuitar – Paul Jackson*Handclaps – Michael Jackson, Steven Ray Synthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer], Handclaps – Greg PhillinganesVocoder, Synthesizer [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerWritten-By – J. Ingram*, Q. Jones*
3:58
9 Michael Jackson The Lady In My Life
Bass – Louis JohnsonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Synthesizer – David Paich, Steve PorcaroSynthesizer [Emulator] – Michael Boddicker
4:57

Companies, etc.

  • Copyright (c) – CBS Inc.
  • Phonographic Copyright (p) – CBS Inc.
  • Manufactured By – Epic Records
  • Manufactured By – CBS Inc.
  • Pressed By – Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Pitman
  • Produced For – Quincy Jones Productions
  • Recorded At – Ocean Way Recording
  • Recorded At – Westlake Audio
  • Published By – Mijac Music
  • Published By – Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp.
  • Published By – Rodsongs
  • Published By – Almo Music Corp.
  • Published By – Porcara Music
  • Published By – John Bettis Music
  • Published By – Wb Music Corp.
  • Published By – Nissman Music Co., Inc.
  • Published By – Han-Al Music
  • Published By – Kings Road Music
  • Published By – Yellow Brick Road Music

Credits

  • Co-producer – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 5, 6)
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Steve Bates
  • Engineer [Technical] – Matt Forger
  • Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
  • Producer – Quincy Jones
  • Recorded By [Additional Sound Sources] – Humberto Gatica, Matt Forger
  • Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Written-By – M. Jackson* (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6), R. Temperton* (tracks: 2, 4, 9)

Notes

℗ 1982 CBS Inc./© 1982 CBS Inc

Similar version Thriller but with UPC placement and CD graphics different
Similar version Thriller but does not include MJJ Productions Inc. on cd face

Produced for Quincy Jones Productions
Printed in U.S.A.

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode: 0 7464-38112-2
  • Matrix / Runout: 2A EK 38112 45 C3
  • Other (CD Face, innermost ring): P 26

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Arranged By [Horn Arrangement] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhyth Arrangement] – Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Michael Jackson, Oren WatersBass – Louis JohnsonCo-producer, Arranged By [Horns, Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesFlugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Other [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Michael Jackson, Nelson Hayes, Steven RayPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Bill Wolfer, Greg Phillinganes, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
6:02
2 Baby Be Mine
Arranged By [Horn] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Flugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Keyboards, Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Anthony Marinelli, Brian Banks, Steve PorcaroSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – David Paich, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
4:20
3 The Girl Is Mine
Arranged By [Rhythm] – David PaichArranged By [Strings], Conductor [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer] – David FosterArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Vocals], Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesBass – Louis JohnsonConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Drums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesFeaturing – Paul McCartneyGuitar – Dean Parks, Steve LukatherPiano – David PaichProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – David Foster
3:42
4 Thriller
Arranged By [Horn] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonFeaturing [Rap] – Vincent Price Flugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Other [Effects] – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienOther [Synthesizer Programming] – Anthony MarinelliSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Brian Banks, Greg Phillinganes, Rod TempertonTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
5:57
5 Beat It
Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Guitar, Bass [Electric] – Steve LukatherKeyboards – Bill WolferOther [Drum Case Beater], Arranged By [Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonOther [Synclavier] – Tom BahlerOther [Synergy] – Greg SmithPercussion [Drum Case Beater] – Michael JacksonSoloist [Guitar Solo] – Eddie Van HalenSynthesizer – Greg PhillinganesSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
4:17
6 Billie Jean
Arranged By [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer, Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonBass – Louis JohnsonCo-producer – Michael JacksonConductor [Strings] – Jeremy LubbockDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Dean ParksOther [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, Greg SmithSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Bill Wolfer
4:57
7 Human Nature
Arranged By – David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve PorcaroDrums – Jeff PorcaroGuitar – Steve LukatherOther [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSynthesizer – David PaichSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
4:05
8 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Arranged By, Written By – James Ingram, Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Howard HewettBacking Vocals, Keyboards [Portasound Keyboard] – James IngramBass [Electric] – Louis JohnsonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Guitar – Paul Jackson*Handclaps – Greg Phillinganes, James Ingram, Louis Johnson, Michael Jackson, Steven Ray Keyboards [Portasound] – James IngramOther [P.y.t.'s] – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, Janet Jackson, La Toya JacksonSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Greg PhillinganesVocoder, Other [Emulator] – Michael Boddicker
3:58
9 The Lady In My Life
Bass – Louis JohnsonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Other [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer – David Paich, Steve Porcaro
4:57

Companies, etc.

  • Copyright (c) – Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
  • Distributed By – Sony Music – 01-085930-10
  • Phonographic Copyright (p) – Sony Music Entertainment

Credits

  • Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Arranged By [Rhythm] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 5, 6), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1, 3, 5)
  • Arranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6)
  • Co-producer – Michael Jackson
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Matt Forger, Steve Bates
  • Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
  • Producer – Quincy Jones
  • Recorded By – Humberto Gatica
  • Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Written-By – James Ingram (tracks: 8), John Bettis (tracks: 7), Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6), Quincy Jones (tracks: 8), Rod Temperton (tracks: 2, 4, 9), Steve Porcaro (tracks: 7)

Notes

This release is part 7 in DeMorgen's "Legendarische Doorbraakalbums" series.
The CD's jewel case comes in a cardboard "DeMorgen Legendarische Doorbraakalbums" sleeve.

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode (Slipcase): 5 413662 907306 07
  • Barcode (Inlay): 5 099708 593025
  • Matrix / Runout: [Sony BMG Music Entertainment Logo] 52696267/EPCCD85930 21
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI LB47
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI RV20
  • Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA
  • Label Code: LC 00199
  • Distribution Code: CB 811
  • Other: CDC
  • Other: 0859302000

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
Arranged By [Horn Arrangement] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhyth Arrangement] – Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Michael Jackson, Oren WatersBass – Louis JohnsonCo-producer, Arranged By [Horns, Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesFlugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Other [Bathroom Stomp Board] – Michael Jackson, Nelson Hayes, Steven RayPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Bill Wolfer, Greg Phillinganes, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
6:02
2 Baby Be Mine
Arranged By [Horn] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocal, Rhythm And Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Flugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Keyboards, Synthesizer – Greg PhillinganesProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Anthony Marinelli, Brian Banks, Steve PorcaroSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – David Paich, Michael BoddickerTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
4:20
3 The Girl Is Mine
Arranged By [Rhythm] – David PaichArranged By [Strings], Conductor [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer] – David FosterArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Vocals], Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesBass – Louis JohnsonConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Drums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesFeaturing – Paul McCartneyGuitar – Dean Parks, Steve LukatherPiano – David PaichProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – David Foster
3:42
4 Thriller
Arranged By [Horn] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonFeaturing [Rap] – Vincent Price Flugelhorn [Flügelhorn] – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyFlute – Larry WilliamsGuitar – David Williams Other [Effects] – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienOther [Synthesizer Programming] – Anthony MarinelliSaxophone – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Brian Banks, Greg Phillinganes, Rod TempertonTrombone – Bill Reichenbach Trumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry Hey
5:57
5 Beat It
Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Guitar, Bass [Electric] – Steve LukatherKeyboards – Bill WolferOther [Drum Case Beater], Arranged By [Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonOther [Synclavier] – Tom BahlerOther [Synergy] – Greg SmithPercussion [Drum Case Beater] – Michael JacksonSoloist [Guitar Solo] – Eddie Van HalenSynthesizer – Greg PhillinganesSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
4:17
6 Billie Jean
Arranged By [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer, Vocal, Rhythm] – Michael JacksonBass – Louis JohnsonCo-producer – Michael JacksonConductor [Strings] – Jeremy LubbockDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Electric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Dean ParksOther [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, Greg SmithSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Bill Wolfer
4:57
7 Human Nature
Arranged By – David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve PorcaroDrums – Jeff PorcaroGuitar – Steve LukatherOther [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSynthesizer – David PaichSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro
4:05
8 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Arranged By, Written By – James Ingram, Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Howard HewettBacking Vocals, Keyboards [Portasound Keyboard] – James IngramBass [Electric] – Louis JohnsonDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Guitar – Paul Jackson*Handclaps – Greg Phillinganes, James Ingram, Louis Johnson, Michael Jackson, Steven Ray Keyboards [Portasound] – James IngramOther [P.y.t.'s] – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, Janet Jackson, La Toya JacksonSynthesizer, Programmed By [Synthesizer] – Greg PhillinganesVocoder, Other [Emulator] – Michael Boddicker
3:58
9 The Lady In My Life
Bass – Louis JohnsonDrums – Jeff PorcaroElectric Piano [Rhodes] – Greg PhillinganesGuitar – Paul Jackson*Other [Emulator] – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer – David Paich, Steve Porcaro
4:57

Companies, etc.

  • Phonographic Copyright (p) – Sony Music Entertainment
  • Copyright (c) – Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
  • Distributed By – Sony Music – 01-085930-10
  • Distributed By – Sony Music – 0859302000
  • Made By – Sony Music Entertainment

Credits

  • Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 1, 2, 4)
  • Arranged By [Rhythm] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 5, 6), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1, 3, 5)
  • Arranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6)
  • Co-producer – Michael Jackson
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Mark Ettel, Matt Forger, Steve Bates
  • Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
  • Producer – Quincy Jones
  • Recorded By – Humberto Gatica
  • Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Written-By – James Ingram (tracks: 8), John Bettis (tracks: 7), Michael Jackson (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6), Quincy Jones (tracks: 8), Rod Temperton (tracks: 2, 4, 9), Steve Porcaro (tracks: 7)

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode (Scanned): 5099708593025
  • Barcode (Printed): 5 099708 593025
  • Matrix / Runout: S0108593010-0101 35 A2
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 942N
  • Mould SID Code: Sony Music IFPI L555
  • SPARS Code: CDC
  • Label Code: LC 00199
  • Distribution Code: CB 811
  • Rights Society: BIEM
  • Rights Society: SACEM SDRM SACD SGDL

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
2 Baby Be Mine
3 The Girl Is Mine
Performer – Paul McCartney
4 Thriller
5 Beat It
6 Billie Jean
7 Human Nature
8 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
9 The Lady In My Life

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

Tracklist Hide Credits

1 Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' 6:03
2 Baby Be Mine 4:20
3 The Girl Is Mine
Featuring [Vocals] – Paul McCartney
3:42
4 Thriller
Featuring [Rap] – Vincent Price
5:57
5 Beat It
Featuring [Guitar Solo] – Eddie Van Halen
4:18
6 Billie Jean 4:54
7 Human Nature 4:06
8 P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Backing Vocals – Howard Hewett, James Ingram
3:59
9 The Lady In My Life 5:00

Companies, etc.

  • Phonographic Copyright (p) – CBS Inc.
  • Copyright (c) – CBS Inc.
  • Manufactured By – Epic Records
  • Manufactured By – CBS Inc.
  • Produced For – Quincy Jones Productions
  • Glass Mastered At – PDO, USA

Credits

  • Co-producer – Michael Jackson
  • Management – DeMann Entertainment, Joe Jackson , Weisner*
  • Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
  • Producer – Quincy Jones

Notes

Originally released on vinyl LP in 1982.

Early pressing of this release were manufactured in Japan. Later ones were made in the USA with the same catalog number.

Barcode and Other Identifiers

  • Barcode (Text): 0 7464-38112-2
  • Barcode (Scanned): 0 7464-38112-2 4

Other versions

Category Artist Title (Format) Label Category Country Year
QE 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Pit) Epic QE 38112 US 1982
EK 38112 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RP) Epic EK 38112 US 1984
EK 66073 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(CD, Album, RM, S/Edition, Gol) Epic EK 66073 US 2009
none Michael Jackson Thriller 25 ‎(31xFile, FLAC, Album, RM, Sup) Epic, Legacy none 2008
EPC 85930 Michael Jackson Thriller ‎(LP, Album, Gat) Epic EPC 85930 UK & Europe 1982

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