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The #1 New York Times bestseller! Michael Jackson’s one and only autobiography – his life, in his words. “I’ve always wanted to be able to tell stories, you know, stories that came from my soul. I’d like to sit by a fire and tell people stories – make them see pictures, make them cry... read more
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Summary edit
Michael Jackson explains his life story in this New York best seller. Secrets are revealed and stories are told in this awesome book.
People edit
- Michael Jackson: The main character is the one and only Michael Jackson. He has accomplished so much it would take forever to write it all down! Michael Joseph Jackson was the youngest member of the Jackson 5, until Randy came along. He was also an adult member of The Jacksons. After that he went on to be a solo artist. He became the extremely talented singer, dancer, beatboxer, father, humanitarian, THE KING OF POP. He was born in Gary, Indianna on August 29, 1958. He died on June 25, 2009 at the age of 50. He was married twice, once to Lisa Marie Presley, and second to Debbie Rowe. He had three children, Prince Jackson, Paris Jackson, and Prince "Blanket" Jackson II. He also starred in The Wiz with Diana Ross, and the Disney film, "Captain EO" where he starred as Captain EO and performed two of his songs, "Another Part Of Me" and "We Are Here To Change The World". Michael also held MANY world records. One of the records was for the most Grammy awards won in one night, eight. There are so many more things I could write about him, and so many more accomplishments, ALOT more in fact. To his fans, he will never be dead. Long live, The King.
- Jermaine: Michael Jackson's brother. He is also the 4th child of the 9 Jackson kids. Jermaine was a member of the Jackson 5 and The Jacksons, just like all the other members of the Jackson 5. He also went on to have a solo career and did fairly well. Jermaine La Jaune Jackson was born on December 11, 1954.
- Billie Jean: "Billie Jean" is the title of one of Michael's best selling songs ever. It was featured in his "Thriller" album, and the song alone won him several Grammy awards.
- Diana Ross: Diana Ross is the one who first discovered the Jackson 5, a group which was made up of Michael and his four brothers, Jackie, Jermaine, Tito, and Marlon. They thought about changing their name to the Jackson 6, when they added their youngest brother, Randy, to the group. Diana was also a famous singer. She also starred as Dorothy in a Motown remake of the Wizard of Oz called, The Wiz, which also co-starred Michael Jackson who played the scarecrow. She and Michael have always been very good friends.
- Quincy Jones: Quincy Jones is the famous conductor, composer, muscician, etc., who produced Michael Jackson's "Off The Wall" album, and "Thriller" album, which is still the best selling album of all time.
- Randy: Randy Jackson is Michael's youngest brother, and the second youngest out of all the Jackson children. He was also added as a member of the Jackson 5, but was not one of the "original" members. Steven Randall "Randy" Jackson was born on October 29, 1961.
- Michael Joseph Jackson: Add a description of this character.
- Berry Gordy: Berry Gordy is the creator of Motown! Motown was Michael Jackson's first record label. Berry Gordy even said that he thought Michael Jackson was the best entertainer of all time.
- Motown: This is a record company that first hitched the Jackson 5 up to stardom.
- Gary
- Tito: Tito Jackson was Michael's brother and another member of the Jackson 5. He also had a solo career, but he was not as successful as some of his other siblings (Michael and Janet, possibly Jermaine). Toriano Adaryll "Tito" Jackson was the 3rd oldest Jackson and was born on October 15, 1953.
- Paul
- Janet: Janet Jackson is Michael's sister and THE youngest out of all nine of her siblings. She and Michael had always been probably the closest two out of all nine of the Jacksons. Janet had followed her brother's footsteps and also became a succesful solo artist. Maybe not as legendary, but still. :) Janet Damita Jo Jackson was born May 16, 1966.
- Marlon: Marlon Jackson was Michael's brother and another member of the Jackson 5. Marlon David Jackson was born March 12, 1957. About a year and a half before Michael.
- Paul McCartney: Paul McCartney was a member of the Beatles and one of Michael's good friends. They recorded duets together including "Say Say Say" which appeared on Paul's "Pipes Of Peace" album, and "The Girl Is Mine" which came out on Michael's "Thriller" album. Michael also bought a bunch of Beatles hits, including, "Hey Jude", "Let It Be" and "Come Together", which is the only song of theirs he actually recorded, and it came out on his HIStory: Past, Present, Future Book 1 album.
- Mr. Keith
- LaToya: LaToya Jackson is Michael's sister. She had a solo career as a singer, but she did not do very well. LaToya Yvonne Jackson was born May 29, 1956 and was the fifth Jackson.
- James Brown: James Brown is a famous singer.
- Fred Astaire: Fred Astaire (1899-1987) was a famous dancer. He also called Michael the greatest dancer of the Century.
- Huff
- Dorothy
Quotes edit
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“Often in the past performers have been tragic figures. A lot of the truly great people have suffered or died because of the pressure and drugs, especially liquor. It's so sad. You feel cheated as a fan that you didn't get to watch them evolve as they grew older.”
Michael Jackson
Setting & Locations edit
- Wall
- Gary, Indiana: Gary, Indiana is where Michael and his siblings were born. They lived in a VERY small house on the corner of Jackson Street, whcih was NOT named after them. The adress was 2500 Jackson St, Gary, IN 46407
- Chicago
- New York
- Apollo
- Indiana
- Africa
- England
- California
- Detroit
- America
- Encino
- Los Angeles
First Sentence edit
I've always wanted to be able to tell stories, you know, stories that came from my soul.
Table of Contents edit
Chapter One – Just Kids With A Dream
Chapter Two – The Promised Land
Chapter Three - Dancing Machine
Chapter Four - Me And Q
Chapter Five - The Moonwalk
Chapter Six - All You Need Is Love
Authors & Contributors edit
- Michael Jackson (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Crown Pub
Country: United States of America
Publication Date: Add the publication date.
ISBN: 0-3852-4712-5
Page Count: 283
Publisher: Crown Pub
Country: United States of America
Publication Date: Add the publication date.
ISBN: 0-3852-4712-5
Page Count: 283
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- Library of Congress: Add the Library of Congress Classification.
- Dewey: 782.42166092
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