Jackson 5
Biography
The Jackson 5 were one of the biggest phenomenons in pop music during the early '70s, and the last great group to come out of the Motown hitmaking machine before Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder shifted the label's focus to more individual visions. The Jackson 5's infectious brand of funky pop-soul was a definite departure from the typically smooth, elegant Motown sound, as befitting the group's youth and the dawn of a new decade. That youth, coupled with the merchandising juggernaut that sprang up behind them, inevitably got them tagged a bubblegum group. But they were far more talented musically than that label would suggest, especially lead singer Michael, and their material, while sunny and upbeat, didn't pander to its audience. Solo careers and overexposure gradually weakened the Jackson 5, but their best music still holds up surprisingly well as some of the most vibrant mainstream pop/R&B of its era.
Originally, the Jackson 5 were composed of brothers Jackie (born Sigmund Jackson, May 4, 1951), Tito (guitar, born Toriano Jackson, October 15, 1953), Jermaine (bass, lead vocals, born December 11, 1954), Marlon (born March 12, 1957), and Michael (lead vocals, born August 29, 1958).
Selected Discography
Michael Joseph Jackson was the greatest performer that will ever live....
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Finaly, this man WILL have the respect he deserves! So what if some disagree and even hate. It is when we feel resistance that we grow as people if we are willing!
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I was born in the eighties grew up on Off the wall and Thriller. Just recently started to get into young Michael man you will be missed. God bless you your music will heal my pain.
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THANK YOU MICHAEL FOR YOUR GIFT TO ALL OF US,YOU WILL BE FOREVER MISSED.
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Moon walking willow, Unless you can speak first hand of your comments,You should keep them to yourself.MJ has brought a smile and happiness to this world with the talents like no other. Im very sad to see him gone, But will have his music for life. If MJ's music has'nt moved you then you need to check your pulse.
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You will always be the worlds greatest artist, thanks for giving so much of yourself in your music which will live forever. Thank You I love you!
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Moon Walking Willow - it's disrespectfu l to speak so of the dead...He made great music and don't forget he's left children behind. How do you think ignorant comments like that are affecting his family in their time of grief? Let's show some class and give credit where credit is due, shall we?
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Michael still is amazing. He may be gone in the physical sence but he is still here with us in spirit
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Michael was amazing, may he rest in peace, great showmanship. One of his idols was Jackie Wilson which he patterned his moves after. Love him!
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we all where blessed to have lived in the time of the great MICHEAL JACKSON
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God let Michael Jackson into Heaven forgive all his sins,he truely touched
the whole world with his music and unique style,a true master of lyrics,music and dance.His happiness was expressed through his music....he will be missed |
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Rest in Peace Michael!!! No one will ever do it again the way you did it then! We love you and are thankful to have had the chance to share in a small part of your world, we will be forever in your dept! Ox
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MICHAEL YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED YOU ARE WITH GOD IN HEAVEN WHERE YOU WILL SING FOREVER YOUR MUSIC WILL FOREVER LIVE ON,THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREATNESS AND HOW YOU TOUCHED MANKIND.A FAN FOR LIFE A FAN FOREVER.
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I cry everytime I hear his voice. True inspiration on all of us! Maybe now, he can be the kid he's always wanted to be. Couldn't say it better Brenda Walls =>God Bless your soul Michael, you will be loved and missed!
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The Lord said, that's time for you to come home and rest, your time on earth is done, you done good works on earth, A GOLDEN HEARTS STOPPED BEATING, HARD WORKING HANDS AT REST. GOD BROKE OUR HEARTS TO PROVE TO US, HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST.
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M.J. R.I.P. Nobody even came close to matching what this family did to the music industry! No not even Elvis!Dont hate.
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The greatest !!!
A talented artist , performer, song writer , humanitarian , trend setter(white glove) ! The king of pop !!! I love Michael Jackson! I am truly sadden by his death ! |
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I'm still in shock from the news. I don't consider myself a number one fan, but his music will always be part of my life. The world will miss him much. Thanks for the good times MJ, for the awesome talent, vision and wonderful music you shared with the rest of the world. You are now in a better place; make it your dance floor! R.I.P MJ
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My prayers go out to the Jackson's. Michael Jackson will greatly missed.His music brings back my family memories. We love you forever Micheal!!!!!
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I loved listening to Michael Jackson while growing up.He will be missed.He was so entertaining and his music was fabulous
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Michael and the Jackson 5's music crossed color barriers as well as generation gaps. Michael will always be remembered for his sweet, falsetto voice early on and his music genius. He was loved by many. Rest in Peace little brother.
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Thank goodness I have found those who will always remember and love MJ for his music and what he did for music. The media is killing me right now by speaking so ill of the dead. Michael Jackson should always be remembered for his music and we should just leave it at that. RIP MJ.
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RIP MJ. Thriller introduced this elementry school kid to pointless zippers all over his jacket. Best year eva!
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I remember when the J5 came to Indiana. I had to be no more than 7, my Mom took me and my sister and my 2 cousins to see them at the Old Indiana Convention Center. It was awesome!
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Super awesome!!!! I wish they could've stayed together longer... Their music was so catchy AND cute/sweet. :)
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