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While the song appeared on the triple-LP soundtrack for Thank God It's Friday , the is the version most coveted by collectors.

The rare US promo is often a single-sided DJ pressing . It features an extended 7:31 version (sometimes listed as 6:00 or 9:06 depending on the specific rip or edit), providing DJs with the long intros and breakdowns necessary for seamless club mixing. marathon_i_wanna_dance_12_mix_rare

The track features syncopated blaring horns with a distinct Spanish flair and heavy percussion. It clocks in at approximately 134 BPM , making it a high-tempo floor-filler designed for the "marathon" dance sessions of the era. While the song appeared on the triple-LP soundtrack

Modern producers occasionally revive the track, such as the "ReStructure Mix" by Glenn Rivera, which focuses on the song's rhythmic breakdowns and lush string segments. The track features syncopated blaring horns with a

Marathon was less a traditional band and more of a "disco chorus group"—a studio ensemble used by producers to execute specific sonic visions for film and club play. The Rare 12" Mix

Though it was the group's only single, "I Wanna Dance" remains a "hidden gem" for disco purists.

The track is frequently cited alongside disco royalty like Donna Summer ("Last Dance") and The Commodores ("Too Hot Ta Trot"), cementing its place in the 1978 disco explosion . I wanna dance (1978) Marathon - Facebook