THE KING OF POP: MICHAEL JACKSON

The King of Pop: Michael Jackson

The King of Pop: Michael Jackson

He not ever envisaged he would be America's Pop icon when he made his first music video. He had the entire world dancing to his melodies when he crooned 'Rock with you.' His outstanding promenading style had persons craving to emulate him. This melodious prodigy made annals over the years to come. And he still motivates millions.

This Michael Jackson biography takes a peek into his musical excursion and life ridden with controversies. King of Pop, Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana. MJ, as he is fondly known started a melodious career at the tender age of5. He begun a phenomenon with his melodies and promenade techniques. Today, whereas plagued with controversies, MJ still reigns despite the many setbacks in his career. Let us take a trip into the life of one of the greatest entertainers in the music industry today.The 7th of the 9 children -Sigmund "Jackie", Toriano "Tito", Jermaine, Marlon, Steven "Randy"and sisters Rebbie, Janet and La-Toya Jackson; Michael had his first tryst with music as a lead singer of the Jackson 5 in 1964. The Jackson 5 performed at local nightclubs and furthermore participated in competitions. Despite his juvenile age, he soon carved a niche for himself as a vocalist and person who dances of exceptional ability.

The Jackson 5 directed the charts in the late '60s and the early '70s. After marking a contract for Motown, the Jackson 5 had to shift their groundwork to California. This was pursued by chartbusters like 'I desire You Back,', 'Dancing Machine', 'The Love You Save' and 'I'll Be There' in 1970. The Jackson 5 stayed with Motown till 1976. Michael first contacted Quincy Jones in 1977 when he starred ...