Got to Be There

by Michael Jackson

Got to Be There cover art

The solo debut studio effort, recorded while the artist was only thirteen, established a career parallel to his work with the Jackson 5. The production features sophisticated Motown orchestrations and baroque pop flourishes that highlight his precocious vocal maturity and emotive phrasing. It remains a landmark in early 70s soul for its successful move toward more individualistic and romantic storytelling within the Motown factory system.

Genres

  • Pop Soul

Tracklist

  1. Ain't No Sunshine
  2. I Wanna Be Where You Are
  3. Girl Don't Take Your Love From Me
  4. In Our Small Way
  5. Got To Be There
  6. Rockin' Robin
  7. Wings Of My Love
  8. Maria (You Were The Only One)
  9. Love Is Here And Now You're Gone
  10. You've Got A Friend