Before making their name as solo artists in the music industry, a number of singers have risen to prominence as members of popular boy bands or vocal groups.
- Apr 23, 2023
AceShowbiz - Everybody must have heard the name Michael Jackson, but not many know his early career as a member of the Jackson 5 (later known as the Jacksons). With his older brothers Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson and Marlon Jackson, little MJ performed from the 1960s, but it wasn't until 1970 that their career gained steam as "I Want You Back" became their first song to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
After the Jackson 5 scored more hits with "ABC", "The Love You Save", and "I'll Be There", Michael released his debut studio album "Got to Be There" in 1972. With his distinctive vocals and performances, he was later hailed the King of Pop, who popularized complicated dance moves such as the moonwalk. "Billie Jean", "Thriller", "Man in the Mirror" and "Black or White" were just some of his hits, as his career was rewarded with 13 Grammy Awards, as well as the Grammy Legend Award and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
