This may sound cliche, but Michael’s talent at such a young age was both a blessing and a curse.

@vintagesavoiur

3 жыл бұрын

True

@mrkarpaa3520

3 жыл бұрын

his dad ):

@bobbymitchell9353

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrkarpaa3520 his dad was terrible on the abusive side... but on the other part of it he saw a 1 in a trillion talent in Michael and he grew him up to the star that changed the world for the better.

@heyjude1927

2 жыл бұрын

He grew up reversed in away - grown up as child - and then wanted to have that childhood as an adult. However - we are lucky to have had his talent to enjoy!! Bittersweet.

@Snyper1405

2 жыл бұрын

@@heyjude1927 exactly it's just a shame the rest of the world didn't appreciate him how he should have been appreciated 😔

Michael’s STAR quality was already in evidence.

@TrevorPalmatiershow

3 жыл бұрын

STAR went supernova later. Never a bigger one.

I think he was 9 or 10 here. Such an amazing talent doesn’t come along very often.. miss him.

@LeChaunce

4 жыл бұрын

They told us he was 9 or 10, but he was 12-13.

@laminage

4 жыл бұрын

@@LeChaunce It was PR. They they auditioned for Motown it was May 1968 One Month before Michael's 10th Birthday. I want You Back was released in 1969. It was called by rolling Stone The Best Debut Record Of All Time. If you can check out the Audition you'll be blown away. This was from either The Diana Ross TV Special from 1970 or their "own" Special from 1971 called "Going Back To Indiana". At that time they were The Biggest Black Boy Band in The World. After their success Record Companies and Business Executives created "Groups" to rival them. In fact when The Osmonds recorded "One Bad Apple" they were told to sound as close to The Jackson Five so people would think it was them. It worked and The Song went to Number One. They were supposed to record it but Berry Gordy said No. When he realized his mistake he was horrified. The Songwriting Team was called The Corporation headed by Berry Gordy Jr., and a fellow Songwriter Alfonso "Fonce" Mizell who is not only related to The Ronettes (Be My Baby), but Jam Master Jay. They to this day have been the prototype for every Boy Band US/UK. From New Edition, New Kids On The Block not to mention England with Groups like A1, Five, 911, Damage, and One Direction and Take That. In Ireland it's Boyzone & Westlife.

@brendacarter48

4 жыл бұрын

That's so true...pure real talent once in a lifetime

@sukie584

4 жыл бұрын

11. He was born August 58 and this performance is from October 69..

@stephinthesix3355

4 жыл бұрын

This performance is not from 1969. I would say 1971.

Michael Jackson was a true one in a million legend. Talent like that doesn't happen very often.

@Mircose

3 жыл бұрын

I would say, more like: "Michael Jackson was a true one in 7 billion legend"... I'm yet to find someone dead or alive who was as talented as he was at such young age and remained on the top of his game for another 40 years.

@Jrmy_Makaveys

3 жыл бұрын

More that one of all the human that came to earth

@maciejdobieszewski7066

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jrmy_Makaveys one ine a 100 billions... no words to describe this perofmance, no word to describe this talent

@dyriten

Жыл бұрын

More like 1 in a billion if even that

He sang, "I'll Be There" at the same age. Live on TV is available and it's perfect.

@ABertagurl

4 жыл бұрын

Don't overlook Ben

@anneliesejackson507

3 жыл бұрын

@@ABertagurl OH YEAH THAT SONG IS BEAUUTIFULL

Michael was blessed with so much talent.

@stefanc4520

Жыл бұрын

He was also blessed with an abusive father who beat the shit out of him and his siblings which messed up his whole childhood 👈

@adrianmendez-ne4xh

Жыл бұрын

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@adrianmendez-ne4xh

Жыл бұрын

,

Michael Jackson’s talent is evident in ‘Who’s lovin’ you’ . He sang with emotion way beyond his age & seemed to be an old soul. Nobody ever sang it better than Michael at any age

@teensymom1420

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, “Who’s lovin’ you” is a great song. I also liked “Never can let you go”. I feel so lucky that I was able to witness all that was Michael Jackson’s talent. I remember hearing “Don’t stop till you get enough”. It was the day before my wedding and I was stressed out beyond belief. That song came on the radio and it was the first time I was hearing it. I turned my radio up full blast, had my sunroof open and just danced (well as much you can move while driving, you know what I mean). I let my stress out, it was an amazing feeling! I still get that feeling when I hear his songs - whether with he was with J5, Jackson’s or solo. He was just the best.

@missgmoma

4 жыл бұрын

Mamaw Brenda Hi, sounds like you really like Michael! It is kinda funny what you did on your wedding day. Lol! You know in this day there would be somebody having a video of you dancing like that 😂 I believe no matter what people think personally of Michael with allegations that were made against him nobody can deny the talent that he had. They can’t take that away from him. Thanks for the wedding story, glad it worked out for you. ✌🏻

@NickiTwix

4 жыл бұрын

Love that song !

@MrKeane58

4 жыл бұрын

That song is amazing. My absolute favorite.

@LM-fi2kv

4 жыл бұрын

Who’s Lovin’ You was a Smokey Robinson song and after he heard Michael sing it...he said that song was Michael’s now. Lol That’s how good Michael Jackson was ❤️

My heart hurts to think when Michael was giving us this music he felt abused and mistreated. Such a talent. Another from Guardians of the Galaxy sound track... #1. Love seeing them... thanks

You know when JV is excited. He says ‘Man’ and ‘like’ much more often. Hehe 👍💖👍

Michael Jackson comes along once in a lifetime. Raw talent. A nice slow one from back then was I'll Be There.

@-breakofdawn-

2 жыл бұрын

Once in a lifetime? That’d mean someone like him every 60-70 years? No way. Someone like him comes along only once, period. It wasn’t only his vocals and dancing, but also his humanitarian work and unrelenting defication to help those in need, especially children. Which, he said himself once while visiting another orphanage, was ”his real work”. It was the whole package, there’ll never be another like him.

😃 This song was playing on the radio on my way to FIRST grade & I was SO HAPPY! It STILL makes me happy, along w/"ABC", " The Love U Save", " Dancing Machine".. SO many!

@josephvalenzuela311

4 жыл бұрын

never can say goodbye is good too. Not a number one hit , but i still think it's a good song.

OMG this is what I listened to when I was 12 years old

The greatest singing group ever led by the greatest person / entertainer ever! Michael Jackson. Thank you for this video ❤️ was a joy to watch. Michael was 13 here . An amazing talent his whole life

The brothers are: Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael.

@turdferguson400

4 жыл бұрын

Keith Dittmar That’s how I always remembered. Two J’s, Two M’s and Tito. X hehe 😂👍

@lowrider4266

4 жыл бұрын

Janet and LaToya are the sisters.

@calebclunie4001

4 жыл бұрын

Y'all forget Randy? Rebbie?

@allisonyoung4007

4 жыл бұрын

@@calebclunie4001 Yes! Randy was Oprah's big crush & he surprised her on one of her last shows, showing up & hanging out ☺

@sweetangelplus

4 жыл бұрын

@@allisonyoung4007 No, her crush was Jackie

Michael's voice was so good but I especially liked his dancing skills!

I truly enjoy these videos of Michael when he was young. He still looks comfortable with who he is.... the pressures in his mind hadn't altered his thoughts yet. This was fun to watch, Jay. It reminded me of when the Jackson 5 would release new music and you'd wait with great anticipation for them to be on a tv show to play their song. Take care and be well.... Peace.

@JamesInDigital

4 жыл бұрын

It's a nice sentiment, but it's documented his father was beating the shit out of him physically and mentally at this point.

@sueflynn9886

4 жыл бұрын

Beautifully written x

@marian.jablonski54

4 жыл бұрын

@@JamesInDigital - Yes, it's hard to watch him as a child without thinking of that. Apparently there was forgiveness and reconciliation over the years. And it sounds like his mom was always supportive and loving.

@allisonyoung4007

4 жыл бұрын

@@JamesInDigital That's why they never missed a move or note! He rehearsed them to death! (The Osmonds~ (Mormons) , said their dad was also very harsh & a perfectionist but didn't beat them~ Donnie had MAJOR anxiety & depression issues.) I had ALL of both groups records & posters & lunchboxes! lol

@turdferguson400

4 жыл бұрын

JamesInDigital Agreed. To look at this tiny little boy and know he was abused (in today’s nomenclature), makes my heart truly hurt. I read something recently that said (paraphrasing) That was the usual thing in those days. Hitting the kids with ‘switches’ (Not many Australians know what a ‘switch’ is). My old dad hit us with a belt or a hand (not that that is any better-still abusive). It’s little wonder MJ grew up the way he did. Makes me cry just to think about it.

Can't go wrong with the Jacksons wow . ABC love it now you will move go Jay just great ☺☺☺💖💕💖

I always wanted to give him 1 more chance!♥️ I grew up with the Jackson 5 music and dancing along with the songs RIP Michael Jackson. 🙏♥️

They were so professional. A ton of rehearsing and getting it right or a beating from Joe, especially Michael. When the song was released in 1969 Michael was 11. I was one year older in seventh grade. I remember being the only white kid in the school who had the 45 of I Want You Back when it first came out.

‘I was blind to let you go’. I can totally relate to that. ☹️😥💙

@lisak4367

4 жыл бұрын

me too :(((

Jayvee, he started at 5 yrs old but this song came out when he just turned 11. Released in Oct.1969. MJ was born Aug. 1958.

When the band was formed by Joe the Father and manager, Jermaine (the one with the guitar he has a good voice too) was figured to be the lead vocal when Joe heard Michael singing for the first time he changed quickly his mind

"Never Can Say Goodbye" will mess you. Written by actor Clifton Davis Jr.

Jermaine was my fave back in those days. 💖

They worked so hard and really didn’t get a childhood. Such raw talent, you just have to stand in awe but I feel bad that he really didn’t get to be a kid.

We were born the same year...so I literally grew up with him and could NOT get ENOUGH of the Jackson FIVE and especially Michael!! He was the star even back then with his SICK DANCE MOVES...miss him BUT his legend LIVES ON!! 🔥❤🔥❤🔥

I love The J5!!!!

Totally one of a kind. I spent many hours as a child listing to ALL his songs time after time.

You make me smile everytime I see your reaction!! Your a joy to watch.

@JayveeTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@ashleydeannahill4304

4 жыл бұрын

@@JayveeTV 😊

@jamarrhubbard7426

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!!! He makes me smile and laugh out loud!!!! I so enjoy his reactions!!!

@ashleydeannahill4304

4 жыл бұрын

Which is exactly what we all need these days. A good Genuine person to make us feel good and put a smile on our face. ;)

@jamarrhubbard7426

4 жыл бұрын

@@ashleydeannahill4304 I agree completely!

You do make me laugh, this is all we knew, just pure talent, people who were gifted musicians, honed their crafts, they were exceptional . Michael Jackson was such a good looking kid, it's such a shame he couldn't see it himself

While the focus is on Michael for many people, and he was definitely a jaw-droppingly talented child performer, it needs to be pointed out that his brothers' harmonies are spot on, they're playing some really bitchin' parts while they're singing, and they're dancing choreographed moves while doing it! Excellent choice; "ABC" by them, from the same era would be a good complement to this song. Also, I can't tell you how happy I am for you, now that you are diving headlong into the Motown catalog! I know you will enjoy practically anything you pick from the label; they had a Quality Control Committee, of sorts, that focused on releasing only the strongest versions of their strongest songs. As a result, they had an almost unimaginable number of terrific songs that sold through the roof. If you get the chance, you might try The Temptations doing Psychedelic Shack. There is an extended version on KZread, where they just let the Funk Brothers groove long after the vocals were done. You get to hear a couple of minutes of the musicians behind the magic jamming, and they were pure magic. What's amazing is that most of the Motown hits you've heard or will hear (until Motown moved to LA and started using The Wrecking Crew) were done by the Funk Brothers in one or two takes. The Motown musicians were something to be reckoned with. Plus you get to hear more of The Temps, an example of what happens when you take five guys who could each front a band by themselves, and put them together in one group. Thanks for many happy shows!

Michael was born in 1958 so this performance is late 60s early 70s. So, age 10-12? I think I remember this on TV. Seems familiar. Lots of variety shows back then. Yep, we thought the Jacksons and Michael were very talented and special. A white brother band was The Osmonds. Donny Osmond was the younger soloist of that group.

@marymarin3277

4 жыл бұрын

I believe they lied about his age and he was 12. But the Music Corporations wanted him younger. 10.

@wpollock1

4 жыл бұрын

I looked it up...this was 1969, so he was 11 years old.

@sinjin4563

4 жыл бұрын

This was 1971. Michael looked this tall in 1971 compared to 70 and they also performed Maybe Tomorrow, one of the best J5 songs on this same show and it came out in 1971.

@denniscerasoli6209

2 жыл бұрын

The Osmounds were very good also but they changed their style a bit when Donnie got older they remained very good but different then they were earlier on.

“Got to Be There”, man, please. MJ vocals there were 🙃🤪! You must hear that!!!!

@shawndal9163

3 жыл бұрын

My fav I always try to belt it out with him

Michael Jackson was 10 when he sang this song and his age was often moved around in order to keep capitalizing on his youth and cuteness. He recently turned 10 when this song debuted. His other brothers where Jermaine, Tito, Marlon, and Jackie.

They were before my time but my dad introduced me to the Jackson 5 when I was a child love them ♥️

Micheal Jackson was a gift to humanity. Such beautiful talent and artistry...I wish he was still with us.

When he did “Ben” you could definitely hear how evolved his voice was. He was such a good singer as a kid.

Michael Jackson was just a few months younger than me. I am so happy to have grown up along side such a Legend in the music field.

I remember when they first appeared on TV and everyone was so amazed by Michael. After that, the Osmond Brothers came out with "One Bad Apple" with Donny trying to sound like Michael.

The Jackson 5's string of four #1 hits between January and August of 1970 --"I Want You Back," "ABC," "The Love You Save" and "I'll Be There" --turned the whole pop music world upside down. They changed everything.

Little Michael leading the line at such a young age ahead of his older brothers - what a talent.

This was their very first hit single. A huge #1 hit. This song is the one that introduced America to the Jackson 5. This is also, remarkably, a LIVE performance. I can hear very subtle differences between this performance and the hit single. But it's so close that a lot of people would never notice the difference. It was alway a good way to gauge how good a band was if they could replicate their studio sound live. And here, they're really, really close. This is remarkable.

As shy and soft spoken as those kids were they did a fantastic job

You better hop aboard that TIME CAPSULE you speak of, 'cause we damn sure had ALL THE GOOD GROOVES, back in the day!!!!! Growing up w/The Jackson 5, was surely a SPECIAL TREAT!

That is what made all of America fall in love with them. We had 5 children in our family, and we would dance and sing to The Jackson 5 when we were young!

There will never be another! I miss him terribly! I grew up watching him, buying his 45's (which I still have). One if a kind ❤

I was in 6th grade when this song became The Jackson 5's first hit! I was one year older than Michael at that time so he would have been 11 years old.

I'm glad you appreciate real music! The Jackson 5 were a self contained band. No gimmicks, real voices, real instruments! I was fortunate to get to see them live several times. They are the best to ever do it! J5 forever!💕

Their first single release. Great song. Check out the Elgins, The Originals, The Contours, Undisputed Truth, R Dean Taylor, Martha Reeves and the Vadellas, Edwin Star, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Four Tops, G C Cameron, The Temptation, this will keep Montown Monday going unti 2025. GREAT MUSIC.

@mikebayliss6515

4 жыл бұрын

Heaven must of sent you The Elgins, impressions by first impressions, both a must.

This is one of those songs that when I hear the opening riff, I gotta turn the volume up!

Another performance from 1969 to check out is The Jackson 5 on The Ed Sullivan show. The song is called Who's lovin you. Micheal is a little younger in that one and even more amazing.

He is super cute and an amazing talent❤❤ I hate how people and media treated him. Love Michael Jackson forever❤❤

Your reactions are so genuine. I love that in people. Honey, if I were 20 years younger...

He was 13 in 1971, but had had been performing since he was 5.

I love watching your reactions to music I grew up listening to. You are so genuine and entertaining!

I love the way you smile when you are enjoying the music. I grew up with this music. It has such sweet memories for me. Thanks for the great reaction!

My absolute all time favorite Jackson 5 song-NEVER CAN SAY GOODBYE. Please listen to this song! Makes me cry every time. Thank you! From the Great State of Oklahoma, USA.

Mike was one year younger than me. I grew up with four sisters and in our house, there was no escape from the J5! The whole family finally saw them live when I was in the 8th grade. Mike was like a bolt of lightening on stage!

Such a joy indeed! He was so gifted and so cute. Check out “I’ll Be There” and “Ben”, too!

I seen them in concert 1984 The Victory Tour when they were a bit older and it was absolutely amazing! His talent was right from the start! That's why he is the King of Pop!

live performance and MJ does not miss a note. he's already becoming a legend at age 11. born in '58 and this song is from '69

“Can you feel it” by The Jacksons is another good one

The J5 were delightful. So much talent from such young men. Live performances with great dancing and Michael's amazing vocals. Lots of hits from them to react to. 👍😊

Checkout The Osmonds at the same time as they were "competitors" Michael was amazing then

OH HELL YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 💖👍👍

Glad it brought a smile to your face because it has the same effect on me! The music of that period is and will always be phenomenal!

When I was a kid my sister took me to see The Jackson 5 1974 remember every bit of it

What amazing talent....Loved your reaction.You get so happy,makes me smile,thank you

Jackson 5 were one of my favourite bands and still are ,they were fantastic! Such a gorgeous looking boy too he had it allxx

Please also do Jackson 5’s “Who’s Loving You.” Thanks, Javon. Michael was 11 or 12 here. SO amazingly talented.

You have a very observant and thoughtful critique of all these many old standard tunes of our era....especially an awareness and appreciation of the intricate instrumentation work common during that era of pop music. I enjoy hearing your commentary.

Man even the music is full of magic!!!

Thank you for a great reaction, it’s such a joy to see someone appreciating real music and vocal artistry, especially in this day and age of heavily processed autotuned mainstream garbage. That smile on your face, and the excitement when you started the video again ... I loved and enjoyed it so much. Three minutes of sheer bliss and happiness! Thank you so much! 🙏🙏

MJ was master at emoting vocals no matter which song. Listen to him... Earth Song, Stranger in Moscow, Rock with You, Wanna Be Starting Something...What a gift. Rest in peace Michael.

When I was in 6th grade we were the first ones to be integrated to an all black school. That’s where I was introduced to Jackson 5 and Motown! By far the best school year of all! Our 6th grade dance was awesome to say the least! Thanks for the great memories!!

I was born in 1962. I remember going to the Jackson Five show in 1974, at Maracanazinho, in Rio de Janeiro. Despite being still 12 years old, it was very remarkable. Michael always excelled in the group.

I had a smile on my face ,same as you did, all the way through this..just love it

Michael Jackson. period. Talent/prodigy - The bar was raised so high - haven't heard or seen anything that comes close to being able to compare. We are privileged to have him on video for posterity! The whole damn family is a massive pile of talent - Incredible!

And a star was born! I remember feeling amazement watching them/him!

The other brothers were (in order from oldest to youngest) Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon. Tito played the guitar, and Jermaine played the bass and sang co-lead vocals. The other two instrumentalists were Johnny Jackson (drums) and Ronnie Rancifer (keyboards), who were presented by Motown as the cousins of the Jackson family, but were actually not related. The Jacksons' father and manager (Joe Jackson) just found them, and added them to the group.

This song was released in 1969. Michael was 11 years old (and so was I) at that time. You have no idea what a sensation this song was on AM radio. We were crazy for The Jackson 5. In 1970, my Mom and Dad bought me my first Jackson 5 album, ABC. I played it on my portable record player until I wore the grooves out. 😄

1971 even as a little lad of around 13, this child couldn’t be beaten voice wise. So sad what happened to him in later years, but he was just too good.

They really were so fantastic. All talented.

I LOVE Jackson 5. Never can say goodbye would be one of my Favorite. :) You are also one of my favorites!!

Michael was my childhood crush and the Jackson 5 were amazing. We all sang their songs and pretended to be them, even us girls. Best of times.

I think he was 11 years old here. I was a couple of years younger, and I just loved him. My friends and I would see in the TV guide that they were going to be on TV - on a talk show or something - and we'd plan sleepovers around their appearances. We were so excited to see them every time! I love that I can watch these videos any time I like now.

Michael was only a couple years older than me, but I listened to the Jackson 5, I had Micheals poster on my wall, along with Donny Osmond, and Bobby Sherman!! Teen Beat Magazine had all my teen love IDOLS. I surely can't possibly leave out another love idol if this time the handsome hunk of all time: " David Cassidy". My mom had bought me and small little record player, and then took me to the local record store, and I bought 9 or 10 45 records of all of the above mentioned singers and my idols records! I played my 45's over and over again and again!! What great memories to look back on. Thank you Jay for your uploads and reactions...🔵🔵🔵

‘Who’s loving you?’ Blows me away. I’ve not heard anyone do it better. God he really is Godly. X

Thank yoU for this one: your reaction brought huge smiles!! I STILL have the 45 that I cherish, biggest MJ fan here 💕 Whos Loving You, his vocal range is astounding in it

I was born in 1981so missed Jackson 5 . Really enjoyed their music and still do

I remember loving this song as soon as it first came out, many years ago now!❤

LOVIN' EVERY MINUTE OF YOUR MOTOWN MONDAY! I'm beeboppin' here in my chair! So much fun! Been watching your reactions all afternoon & you have turned my frown upside down my friend! THANK YOU!😊 💥💯🖤🎶🤘

I'm 60 years old. I became a huge fan of the Jackson Five in 70 or 71. I grew up with Michael Jackson. It was hard watching him in the last few years of his life knowing how it all started. I was in love with Michael!!

I was there. It was great to see. They are Michael, Marlon,Jermaine Tito and Jackie. Great reaction.

You put such a smile on my face! I was crushing hard on Michael Jackson when I was a kid

Grew up watching them on tv. My home state boys. Lol. Thanks for the sweet memories.

This song, and I'll Be There, my 2 favourite Jackson 5 songs. This song debuted in '69, he was 11, he was 1 year younger than myself.

Brings tears to my eyes, they were our idols when we were little kids. They were thrilling.

When I was little I was in love with Michael and when I was old enough to know my last name I always hoped I was related to the Jackson's 😊

Try ..,,Since I’ve been loving you ...awesome performance & Ben by Michael alone ✌️👍😁🇬🇧