ABOUT
The Jackson 5 (later the Jacksons) are a highly acclaimed and veteran family R&B/pop group with a great deal of crossover appeal that became famous beginning in the early 1970s. Best known for "I Want You Back" (1969), "ABC" (1970), "The Love You Save" (1970), and "I'll Be There" (1970), all of which topped both the R&B and Pop/Rock charts, their long string of hits, which continued through 1989 on both charts, also includes such classics as "Mama's Pearl" (1971), "Never Can Say Goodbye" (1971), "Dancing Machine" (1974), and "Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)" (1979).
Formed in 1964 in Gary, Indiana, the original lineup consisted of brothers Jackie (b. 1951), Tito (October 15, 1953 - September 15, 2024), Jermaine (b. 1954), Marlon (b. 1957), and lead singer Michael (August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009), who were managed by father Joe Jackson. After signing with Motown Records in 1969, they quickly rose to fame with their energetic performances that showcased Michael Jackson's electrifying vocals and captivating stage presence. The Jackson 5 left Motown in 1976 for Epic Records and rebranded themselves as the Jacksons, with a number of personnel changes over the years. The brothers also pursued solo careers, with Michael eventually going on to achieve international superstardom.
The Jackson 5/Jacksons' numerous honors and accolades include being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. They have sold over 150 million records worldwide, making them one of pop music's all-time top-selling acts.
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VIDEO CLIP
The Jackson 5 perform "ABC" on The Ed Sullivan Show (May 10, 1970).
Available on iTunes and on the following DVDs: Rock n Roll Classics 12 DVD Collection; A Really Big Show: Ed Sullivan's 50th Anniversary Special; (more)
SONGS
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The Jackson 5
- ABC 1970
(This song topped both the R&B and Pop/Rock charts. "ABC" is considered by many to be one of the Jackson 5's signature songs.) - Corner Of The Sky 1972
- Dancing Machine 1974
- Get It Together 1973
- Hallelujah Day 1973
- I Am Love (Parts I & II) 1975
- I Found That Girl 1970
- I Want You Back 1969
(This song, which topped both the R&B and Pop/Rock charts, is included in Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.) - I'll Be There 1970
(This soulful R&B ballad topped both the R&B and Pop/Rock charts and later also topped the charts for Mariah Carey (1992).) - Little Bitty Pretty One 1972
(This song was previously a hit for Thurston Harris (1957), Bobby Day (1957), Frankie Lymon (1960), and Clyde McPhatter (1962).) - Lookin' Through The Windows 1972
- The Love You Save 1970
(This song, which topped both the R&B and Pop/Rock charts, features vocals by both Jermaine and Michael Jackson.) - Mama's Pearl 1971
- Maybe Tomorrow 1971
- Never Can Say Goodbye 1971
(This song also became a hit for Isaac Hayes (1971), Gloria Gaynor (1975), and the Communards (1988).) - Sugar Daddy 1971
- Whatever You Got, I Want 1974
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