SimplyAbuDhabi IX

W hen it comes to musical legends, you don’t get much bigger than the Jacksons. Michael, Jermaine, Marlon, Tito and Jackie burst on to the musical scene in the Sixties, and since then their classic and catchyMotown, disco and pop tunes have become a much-loved part of many people’s lives. It’s not surprising, then, that the legendary group has sold over 100 million records worldwide. It was with timeless hits like I Want you Back and ABC that the Jacksons first made their name. In fact, they were the first ever group in recording history to have their first four singles make the prestigious Billboard 100. Throughout their career they have produced a huge amount of inspiring hits. Some of their best-known songs are Enjoy Yourself, Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground), Show you the Way to Go, and Blame It On The Boogie. The wonderful I’ll Be There remains the best-selling single in Motown history. The Jacksons’ supreme ability to inspire audiences always comes to the fore – not just in their sweet harmonies and beautiful voices, but also in their phenomenal co-ordinated dance moves. You simply cannot listen to or watch a Jacksons song without breaking into a smile or better – a dance. Their music is an expression of pure joy. Not for nothing has the group become known as the ‘First Family of Music’. Blame it onthe Boogie: the Jacksons Themusical legendsbrought a joyful performance, tinged withpoignancy, toAbuDhabi. 7 6 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I