“Beat It” is a song written and performed by American singer Michael Jackson single from the singer’s sixth solo album, ‘Thriller’ (1982). The song was produced by Quincy Jones together with Jackson. The song is notable for its famous video, which featured Jackson bringing two gangs together through the power of music and dance.

It received the 1984 Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Best Male Rock Vocal Performance, as well as two American Music Awards. It was inducted into the Music Video Producers Hall of Fame. The single, along with its music video, helped propel ‘Thriller’ into becoming the best-selling album of all time.

Here’s an awesome solo cover of ‘Beat It’ by Van Halen. He’s a guitar player and has been doing many solo of the song. Watch it below!