The primary members of the group were all the sons of Katherine and Joseph Jackson: Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson, and Randy Jackson. Joseph Jackson formed the band in 1964 and served as its manager, with Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and unrelated youths Reynaud Jones and Milton Hite comprising its original lineup. Within a year, Michael and Marlon joined the band, and Michael became lead singer as the group developed a following in the eastern and midwestern United States during the mid-1960s. Signed to the Motown label from 1969 to 1975, and to CBS Records (as "The Jacksons") from 1975 until their disbanding in 1990, the Jackson 5 were one of the most popular groups of the era and became the first recording act to have their first four major label singles (I Want You Back, ABC, The Love You Save, and I'll Be There) reach the top of the American charts. Several future singles, among them "Mama's Pearl", "Never Can Say Goodbye" and "Dancing Machine", were Top 5 pop hits and number-one hits on the R&B singles chart. Most of the early hits were written and produced by a specialized songwriting team known as The Corporationβ’; later Jackson 5 hits were crafted chiefly by Hal Davis.
While not the first act considered a "boy band", The Jackson 5 is one of the earliest examples of the type as it is defined today: five adolescents specifically packaged and marketed by a record label for crossover pop success. Upon their departure from Motown for CBS in 1975, the Jacksons, were forced to change their name and trade Jermaine (who remained at Motown) for Randy. The group took control of their songwriting, production, and image, and their success continued into the 1980s with hits such as "Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)" and "State of Shock", and a highly successful 1984 Victory tour. The Jacksons officially disbanded in 1990.
History
Early works
The Jacksons were a working-class family from Gary, Indiana. Katherine, being a Jehovah's Witness, raised the children as such, while their father, Joe, was not of that faith. Their father, a steel mill employee who often performed in an R&B band called "The Falcons" with his brother Luther, was a strict disciplinarian. Many of the Jackson children recall being severely beaten by Joe for misbehaving.
The children found an outlet in music, with elder brothers Jackie (born Sigmund Esco Jackson, 1951), Tito (born Toriano Jackson, 1953), and Jermaine (b. 1954) borrowing their father's guitar without his permission and playing along to the radio. Younger brothers Marlon (b. 1957) and Michael (b. 1958) were allowed to watch as long as they did not tell. Joseph eventually discovered that the older three boys were playing his guitar when one of the strings broke[2]. Although he was furious at first, Joseph realized the boys had talent and began making plans to create a musical act for them.
In 1965, Jackie, Tito, and Jermaine began performing around the Gary area with two neighborhood children, Milford Hite (on drums) and Reynaud Jones (on keyboards), in a group called The Jackson Brothers. Joe Jackson served as the manager, at first only part-time, and then eventually quitting his job at the steel mill. Jermaine sang lead and played bass, and Tito played guitar.
In 1966, younger brothers Marlon and Michael, joined the group as its tambourine and bongo players. Already showing talent as a singer and dancer[3], Michael replaced Jermaine as lead vocalist by mid-1967. Shirley Cartman, Tito's junior high orchestra teacher, noticed the group's talents and served as an early mentor to the group, by then calling itself The Jackson Five.
During this period, the boys toured Indiana extensively, and after winning a major local talent show in 1966 with a rendition of The Temptations' "My Girl", led by Michael, they began playing professional gigs in Chicago, Illinois and across the mid-eastern U.S. Many of these gigs were in a string of black clubs and venues collectively known as the "chitlin' circuit", and the young kids sometimes had to open for strip teasers and other adult acts in order to earn money.
Shirley Cartman got the Jackson Five a record deal with Gordon Keith's local Steeltown label, and the group began making their first recordings in 1967. Their first single, "Big Boy", became a regional hit. During this period, Johnny Jackson (no relation) on drums and Ronnie Rancifer on keys replaced Milford Hite and Reynaud Jones.
The Jackson Five had a number of admirers in their early days, including Sam & Dave, who helped the group secure a spot in the famous Amateur Night competition at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. The group won the August 13, 1967 competition during the Amateur Night showdown at the Apollo, impressing Motown Records artist Gladys Knight of The Pips. Knight recommended the group to Motown chief Berry Gordy, but Gordy, who already had teenager Stevie Wonder on his roster, was hesitant to take on another child act because of the child labor laws and other problems involved.
The Jackson Five's sound was influenced by many of the biggest stars of the 1960s, especially including family funk bands Sly & the Family Stone and The Isley Brothers, soul pioneer Marvin Gaye, doo-wop boy band Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers, and soul shouters like Wilson Pickett, Jackie Wilson, Stevie Wonder and James Brown [4]. At the time of their early success, soul and funk stars, especially coming from Motown Records, were among the most popular musicians; Motown had launched the careers of dozens of the decade's biggest stars, most notably Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and Diana Ross & the Supremes.
Influences
From these sources, The Jackson Five developed many of their vocal arrangement styles and dance movements. The group's multi-lead vocal style was inspired by that of The Family Stone, while young Michael adapted Jackie Wilson and James Brown's impassioned singing and dancing styles into his own.
Joining Motown
By 1968, the Jackson 5 were a headlining act for the All Star Floor Show at Chicago's The Guys' and Gals' Cocktail Lounge and Restaurant. From July 12 - 27, 1968, the Jackson 5 opened for Motown group Bobby Taylor & the Vancouvers at Chicago's Regal Theater. Taylor was also very impressed with the boys, and he decided to make the commitment to bring them to Detroit and Motown. Joseph and the Jackson Five stayed on the floor of Bobby Taylor's Detroit apartment the night of July 22, while Taylor and Motown executive Suzanne de Passe arranged for the Jackson Five to audition for the label.
On July 23, the Jackson Five had their Motown audition, for which they performed James Brownβs then current hit "I Got the Feelinβ". Berry Gordy was not in attendance, but the audition was videotaped and sent to him in Los Angeles. Gordy's initial reluctance to sign the group disappeared when he finally saw the boys perform. Gordy decided to sign the Jackson Five to Motown, and hosted a party at his Detroit mansion on November 25, 1968 to introduce them to the Motown staff and stars.
Motown began negotiations to buy out the Jackson Five's Steeltown contract, completing the deal in March 1969. By the summer, Bobby Taylor began producing the group's first recordings at Motown's Hitsville U.S.A. recording studio in Detroit. The early Taylor-produced Jackson Five records were all covers of both contemporary hits and Motown-standards, including Sly & the Family Stone's "Stand!" and their famous rendition of The Miracles' "Who's Lovin' You", written by Smokey Robinson.
In mid-August 1969, Gordy moved the Jackson Five and Joseph to California, and he and Suzanne de Passe began the process of grooming them as the label's next big act, while the rest of the family remained in Gary. While looking for a house in California, Joseph, Jermaine, Tito, and Jackie lived with Berry Gordy, while Michael and Marlon lived with Motown star Diana Ross.
Hallelujah Day
The Jackson 5 Lyrics
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Sing hallelujah,
Love is on it's way
It's coming to ya'
Children gather round now
Clap your hands and sing
That old sun is shining down
Can't you see that ray of hope
Somebody finally saw the light
They're gonna send our brothers home
It's gonna be all right yeah
Hallelujah day,
Sing hallelujah,
Love is on it's way
It's coming to ya'
Hallelujah day
Sing hallelujah,
Hallelujah, day
Sing hallelujah
People come together,
Let the good times roll
We can make this last forever
If you feel it in your soul
Somebody found the key
Somebody opened up the door
Now there'll be dancing in the streets
This is the day we've been waiting for yeah
Hallelujah day,
Sing hallelujah,
Love is on it's way
It's coming to ya'
Everybody sing together
Put your hands like this
Sing along with the Jackson five, yeah
Singing hallelujah
Singing hallelujah, yeah
Hallelujah day,
Sing hallelujah,
Love is on it's way
It's coming to ya'
Hallelujah day
Sing hallelujah,
Hallelujah, day
Sing hallelujah
The Jackson 5's song "Hallelujah Day" is an upbeat and celebratory tune about the arrival of love and hope. The lyrics encourage listeners to come together and celebrate a new day filled with joy and optimism. The song begins with the words "Hallelujah Day," repeated multiple times and sung by the group, creating a harmonious and celebratory atmosphere. The verses speak to the idea that love is coming and the old ways of darkness and oppression are going to be replaced by joy and light.
The chorus encourages people to sing along and clap their hands, creating a sense of unity and community. The lyrics speak to the idea of hope, that no matter how dark things may seem, there is always the possibility for change and for something better to come. The bridge of the song emphasizes the importance of coming together and working towards a common goal. It encourages listeners to feel the music in their soul and seize the opportunity for positive change.
In conclusion, "Hallelujah Day" is a song about hope, love, and community. Its catchy and uplifting melody is accompanied by lyrics that encourage listeners to come together, celebrate, and work towards positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Hallelujah day,
It's a day to rejoice
Sing hallelujah,
Let's sing and be grateful
Love is on it's way
Love is coming
It's coming to ya'
It's coming to you
Children gather round now
Kids, come here
Clap your hands and sing
Applaud and join me in song
That old sun is shining down
The sun is out
Soon the bells are gonna ring
The bells will ring soon
Can't you see that ray of hope
Do you not see the possibility?
Somebody finally saw the light
Someone finally understood
They're gonna send our brothers home
Our brothers will be returned
It's gonna be all right yeah
It will be fine
People come together,
Everyone, come here
Let the good times roll
Have fun
We can make this last forever
We can make this moment eternal
If you feel it in your soul
If you know it in your heart
Somebody found the key
Someone found the answer
Somebody opened up the door
Someone unlocked the door
Now there'll be dancing in the streets
Now people will celebrate in the streets
This is the day we've been waiting for yeah
This is the day we've longed for
Everybody sing together
Everyone, let's sing in harmony
Put your hands like this
Hold your hands like mine
Sing along with the Jackson five, yeah
Sing with the Jackson 5
Singing hallelujah
Let's sing our praise
Hallelujah day
It's a day to rejoice
Sing hallelujah,
Let's sing and be grateful
Hallelujah, day
It's still a day to rejoice
Sing hallelujah
Let's sing and be grateful
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISTINE PERREN, CHRISTINE YARIAN, FREDDIE PERREN
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@fililove2759
Hallelujah Day sing hallelujah, love is on its way.
It's coming to ya, children gather round now,
Clap your hands and sing.
That old sun is shining down,
Soon the bells are gonna ring.
Can't you see that ray of hope,
Somebody finally saw the light,
They're gonna send our brothers home.
It's gonna be all right yeah
Hallelujah Day sing hallelujah,
Love is on its way.
It's coming to ya,
Hallelujah Day, sing hallelujah,
Hallelujah Day, sing hallelujah.
People come together,
Let the good times roll.
We can make this last for ever
If you feel it in your soul.
Somebody found the key,
Somebody opened up the door,
Now there'll be dancing in the streets.
This is the day we've been waiting for yeah
Hallelujah Day sing hallelujah,
Hallelujah day sing hallelujah.
Everybody get together,
Put your hands like this,
Sing along with The Jackson Five, yeah
Singing hallelujah, singing hallelujah, yeah.
Hallelujah Day sing hallelujah,
Love is on its way sing hallelujah.
Hallelujah day sing hallelujah,
Hallelujah day sing hallelujah.
@seanspencer9396
This is one song that should've been played more on the radio just like their other hits. The J5 had it going. Sweet!!
@moretimeneeded56
Yes definitely should have as itβs a quality performance by all involved. Maybe itβs because itβs celebrating the end of the Vietnam War and the USA can be said to have lost and certainly didnβt cover themselves in glory.
@stephensczurek6286
@@moretimeneeded56 It was 1973. South Vietnam was not yet lost. That happened two years later when North Vietnam broke the peace, with no viable American military force remaining in that country.
@moretimeneeded56
@@stephensczurek6286 Yes thanks, I made a mistake in what I said there. I think the record was about the US President announcing soldiers would start to be bought home. Kind of signalling the beginning of the end of US involvement. So it was celebrating them coming home and, like you say, the war wasnβt over (especially for the Vietnamese) which meant possibility many people didnβt think there should be a celebration.
@DTownNash
Michael sounds so mature! You can actually hear his voice changing. I love the Jackson 5 songs when Michael starts growing up.
@murcson
I was hearing Michael's voice changing as early as I'll Be There
@kathyjohson1273
Me too, as a matter of I love All the Jackson 5 songs
@janicejohnson9350
Ohhhh to go back to this time in my childhood for just 1 day!
As a little girl growing up in NC in the 70s I was the J5s #1 fan!ππ
@mauricefromyt
MICHAEL JACKSON IS THE GREATEST ARTIST OF ALL TIME AND MICHAEL JACKSON WILL ALWAYS BE THE ENTERTAINER OF ALL TIME AND MICHAEL JACKSON I WILL ALWAYS BE THE GREATEST LEGEND OF ALL TIME AND MICHAEL JACKSON I LOVE U SO MUCH
@angusmccartney7036
love this song