Do Thangz
1996 single by Men of Vizion featuring Missy Elliott
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"Do Thangz" is a song by American R&B quintet Men of Vizion. It was the second single from the group's debut album Personal (1996) and was released as the "Main Pass Remix" (alternatively titled "A Dark Child remix")[2] featuring guest vocals by Missy Elliott and production by Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins; three months earlier, Jerkins coincidentally produced the Gina Thompson single "The Things You Do (Remix)", which served as Elliott's breakout moment with her guest rap vocals.
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| Single by Men of Vizion featuring Missy Elliott | ||||
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| Released | October 8, 1996[1] | |||
| Recorded | 1996 | |||
| Studio | Future Recording Studios (Virginia Beach, Virginia) | |||
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The single was executive produced by the group's mentor, Michael Jackson;[3] additionally, the remix is noted for its sampling of MC Shan's "The Bridge".[2][3]
Music video
A music video for the remixed single was directed by Lionel C. Martin and premiered on BET in early October 1996.[4][5] It opens with Missy Elliott performing her rap while doing her infamous slide-dance move on a pavement outside of a barbershop. The scene then intercuts with Men of Vizion performing their vocals while walking down a street and dancing with Missy.
Track listings
- 12"/CD single[3]
- "Do Thangz" (Main Pass Remix) (featuring Missy Elliott) — 4:36
- "Do Thangz" (Main Pass W/O Rap) — 4:32
- "Do Thangz" (LP Version) (featuring Nutta Butta) — 5:01
- "Do Thangz" (Instrumental Remix) — 4:29
- "Do Thangz" (Beat Mix) — 4:36
- "Do Thangz" (Acappella) — 4:32
Charts
In late October 1996, the song debuted on Billboard R&B Singles at #63 and would later peak at #53 the following week.[6][7]
| Chart (1996) | Peak position |
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| US Billboard Hot R&B Singles[8] | 53 |
