Electric Light Orchestra

Livin’ Thing / Ma-Ma-Ma Belle

Original 1976 U.S. 7" 45 RPM Single | United Artists / Jet Records – UA-XW888-Y | Terre Haute Pressing

Overview

Released in 1976, Livin’ Thing is one of Electric Light Orchestra’s most enduring hits, written and produced by Jeff Lynne. Backed with Ma-Ma-Ma Belle, this 7" captures ELO at their creative peak, blending orchestral arrangements, pop hooks, and rock power into their trademark sound.

The single charted strongly worldwide, becoming a staple in ELO’s catalog and a fan favorite on classic rock radio. This pressing, manufactured at Columbia’s Terre Haute plant, is a true piece of 1970s rock history.

Product Details

• Artist: Electric Light Orchestra

• Title: Livin’ Thing / Ma-Ma-Ma Belle

• Label: United Artists Records / Jet Records – UA-XW888-Y

• Format: 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo, Terre Haute Pressing

• Country: USA

• Released: 1976

• Genre: Rock

• Style: Classic Rock

Tracklist

• Side A: Livin’ Thing – 3:30

• Side B: Ma-Ma-Ma Belle – 3:35

Chart & Legacy

• Billboard Hot 100: Peaked at #13 in the U.S. (1976)

• UK Singles Chart: Reached #4, becoming one of ELO’s biggest UK hits

• Widely considered one of the band’s signature songs, frequently featured in compilations and live sets

• Praised for its lush orchestration and soaring chorus, showcasing Jeff Lynne’s production mastery

Collectibility & Notes

• Original 1976 U.S. pressing (Terre Haute plant) – highly sought after by ELO collectors

• Both tracks written by Jeff Lynne

• A-side featured on A New World Record (1976)

• B-side originally appeared on On the Third Day (1973)

Why Buy from Lost Nite Entertainment

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• Authentic, Original Pressings – No reissues passed off as originals

• Accurate Grading – Every record carefully inspected

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Final Note

Livin’ Thing remains one of Electric Light Orchestra’s most recognizable and celebrated singles. This authentic 1976 U.S. pressing backed with Ma-Ma-Ma Belle is a must-have for any serious ELO fan, collector of Billboard-charting hits, or lover of 1970s symphonic rock.

Add this classic single to your collection today.