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First Singing Idol for Black Teeny Boppers
A long AP profile spots 13 year old Michael Jackson as the so-called first Singing idol for black teeny boppers. It notes his lead role in the Jackson Five, Motown success, and his solo Got to Be There album with strong sales. Families, upbringing, and future plans are sketched.
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Michael Joe Jackson
David Cassidy
Michael
Jackson Five Brothers
Motown Records
Robin
Jackson