Song written and composed by Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn, originally recorded by Racey in 1979
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"Mickey" is a song originally recorded by English rock band Racey under the title "Kitty" for their debut studio album Smash and Grab (1979). American singer Toni Basil covered it for her debut studio album Word of Mouth (1981). Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman co-wrote the song while production was helmed by Greg Mathieson and Trevor Veitch. It is a new wave song, featuring guitar, synthesizers, and cheerleading chants. The song was released as Word of Mouth's lead single on January 3, 1982, by Chrysalis Records.