who wrote thriller

The hit song “Thriller” was written by British songwriter Rod Temperton, and performed by Michael Jackson on his 1982 album of the same name.

Quick Scoop

• “Thriller” (the famous Michael Jackson track) was composed by Rod Temperton, who was also known for writing “Rock with You” and “Off the Wall” for Jackson.

• The song was produced by Quincy Jones, whose collaboration with Jackson defined much of early 1980s pop.

• “Thriller” became the title track of Jackson’s album, which went on to be one of the best‑selling albums in history and turned the song and its video into a pop‑culture landmark.

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