7. Jackson 5 - I Want You Back Official
: The song is composed in A-flat major and is frequently cited by critics, such as those at Pitchfork, for having one of the best chord progressions in pop history. Chart Success and Cultural Impact
: While the Jacksons were capable musicians, Motown utilized elite session players (including members of the Jazz Crusaders) to record the instrumental track before the brothers ever entered the studio. 7. Jackson 5 - I Want You Back
Released on October 7, 1969, by the Jackson 5 is widely considered one of the most perfect pop records ever made. It served as the band’s national debut single and the first of four consecutive number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100. The Origin: "The Corporation" : The song is composed in A-flat major
The single officially reached on January 31, 1970, displacing Diana Ross & the Supremes' "Someday We'll Be Together". It served as the band’s national debut single
The song was the first project for , a specialized songwriting and production team formed by Motown founder Berry Gordy . The team also included Freddie Perren, Alphonso Mizell, and Deke Richards.