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American Idol Season 5 - The Songs

I Want You Back

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This song launched the Jackson brothers into world consciousness. It was the first of four consecutive #1 pop singles that would make the Jackson 5 legendary.

Performer

Will Makar - February 22, 2006

Songwriters

Berry Gordy, Jr., Alphonso Mizell, Freddie Perren, Deke Richards

Notable Recorded Version

  • Jackson 5 - #1 Pop (1970) (Listen)

Key Lyric Phrase

When I had you to myself
I didn't want you around
Those pretty faces always made you stand out in a crowd

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