The Jackson 5 Вђ“ I Want You Back Official

While many think Berry Gordy wrote the hits himself, this track was the debut of This specialized team of songwriters and producers—including Gordy, Alphonzo Mizell, Freddie Perren, and Deke Richards—was designed to create a "total package" sound for the young group.

That opening glissando is one of the most recognizable intros in music history. The Jackson 5 – I Want You Back

In 1969, a group of brothers from Gary, Indiana, changed the landscape of pop music forever. With a bubblegum soul melody and a vocal performance that defied age, introduced the world to the Jackson 5 and their pint-sized powerhouse, Michael Jackson. A Motown Masterpiece While many think Berry Gordy wrote the hits

Initially intended for Gladys Knight or Diana Ross, the team realized the song’s frantic energy was perfect for the Jacksons. The Anatomy of a Hit What makes "I Want You Back" an enduring classic? With a bubblegum soul melody and a vocal

Released in October 1969, the song rocketed to by January 1970. It was the first of four consecutive number-one hits for the group, a feat never before achieved in the rock era. Why It Matters Today

The Story of "I Want You Back": The Spark That Ignited Jacksonmania

At just 11 years old, Michael Jackson delivered a soulful, gritty performance that sounded like a man who had lived a thousand lives.