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Released in October 1969, the song rocketed to by January 1970. It was the first of four consecutive number-one hits for the group, a feat never before achieved in the rock era. Why It Matters Today

Initially intended for Gladys Knight or Diana Ross, the team realized the song’s frantic energy was perfect for the Jacksons. The Anatomy of a Hit What makes "I Want You Back" an enduring classic?

The Story of "I Want You Back": The Spark That Ignited Jacksonmania