The Jackson 5 on Hollywood Palace (1969) | First National Appearance | Colored on TV 

Man Michael Jackson was a treasure. A human like him will never come around again.

Even as a kid, Michael Jackson was pure magic... RIP to one of the all-time greats...

I can’t help myself crying when I see little MJ and felt heartbroken for what he had been through as an adult because of those greedy evil-doers. RIP MJ. Whole world loves you forever.

I was 8 years old and totally blown away by this performance. I marveled at their choreography and stage presence. And Mike was the show stopper! An absolute prodigy!

Every time I see young Michael perform I’m utterly amazed at how much talent he had at such a young age. Truly remarkable.

This was the 1st time I ever saw them. I'd only heard the record. The next day (at 9 yrs old) I considered myself a musician. Never stopped.

Wow he literally stands out! Look at our legends.

This dude is unmatched. He cannot be matched. It's a once in a lifetime thing or even beyond that.

These young men are playing instruments, singing back up, lead and dancing. This was the the temp plate for all performers moving forward

No one can sing this great at his age. I also think this was Mike's best voice. If there is better I haven't heard it yet. Michael's voice may be a one time thing. So glad I grew up to the Jackson 5. The best boy band ever.

I remember seeing a MJ interview about kids teasing him growing up saying they weren’t going to make it out of Indiana he only became the greatest entertainer of all time!

Little MJ wasn't just great "for a kid", his soul and technicality is off the charts at 11 years old. wow.

My mom was lucky. She told me a few years ago that she was 5 years old when my grandmother took her and my uncles to the Apollo Theater to where J5 opened up for James Brown. It had to be around their first album and first TV appearances. MJ was a force to be reckon with, and he _still_ is. But I will give credit where it's due. Joe Jackson saw the vision that his sons had potential and he was right. Aside from the other issues concerning him, he did what he had to do in order for his family to thrive and survive. You will _never_ seen a family group or it's lead singer on the caliber we've witnessed with this clan. The boomers' and the hip hop generation/MTV generation witnessed what MJ was becoming in just a few short years. And remember _three_ of the biggest stars were black when MJ was dominating the globe. #RIPMJ

I had a good time growing up in the 60s and 70s, great music, television, movies and life in general. 📻 📺 🎬

My son is 7 years old..and he's Asking: Where's that lil boy..? When can we go see him sing?..

Little did people know at this time that they saw the start of one of the greatest entertainers of all time.

Michael was literally a born vocalist. 🎤🎼🎵🎶

Damn watching Michael and his brothers singing on TV in 1969 smh. When I was born they were on their "Triumph" album. I remember when I was little in the 80's and this came on, I didn't realize it was Michael because I only knew adult Michael. He was, is, and will always be the greatest!

MJ literally could have retired after this and been an all-time Legend

I'm actually crying watching this. He was so amazing here there are no words. I'm so sorry for what happened to him. To see this enormous talent at the very beginning is breathtaking. Thanks MJ for the music and all you have of yourself

Man what a hell of a national TV debut they killed it The next morning in school everybody was like did you see the Jackson 5 And most kids were like who the Jackson 5 i never heard of them But bye early 1970. Every one would no the Jackson 5

Legendary, not a step out of time and could sing better than most adults. He gave us his life, his message in his music is still relevant today as it was way back when. All he wanted was to be accepted and loved, all he got was lies and destroyed by mainstream media and ppl who took advantage of his kindness. We were robbed, his family was robbed and his children was robbed.

Supposedly this was their first televised appearance. I was just imagining their mom watching them on t.v. According to the mini series, The Jackson An American Dream, they showed her watching them at home live with her Mom and other children etc. I really tried putting myself in her shoes at that moment. It must've been incredibly gratifying to see her son's on such a stage. Then of course we all know the rest of the story, legends in the making here. My God there will NEVER be anyone as incredible of a performer as Michael Jackson and his fame in the 1980s was absolutely insane, if you weren't around to experience it, its very difficult to try explain to people just how insanely famous he was. No one has ever come close since Michael. Before him it was Elvis then Michael just went ballistic. I am so so so very grateful to have been 13-14 years old during 1983. That year Michael Jackson was just beyond famous it truly was crazy.. I'm glad I was around to see him at various stages of his career. From child prodigy to master craftsman of his art form. Wow, just wow, rest easy Mike I'm sure your at peace and in the arms of Angels 😇

All the M.J. love is to be expected...but! Ya gotta give equal props to his brothers, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon. And these brothers played their own instruments..this was live, the first song no lip syncing. And props to Johnny on drums, Ronny, on keys. They were (our) Beatles, The Jackson 5ive set the stage for many young start up bands. Of course little Mike, was the star but them brothers were equally talented, and the band was tight. Sadly today, we only have a handful of amazing talent. Our kids today don’t have the musical work ethic, like a Jackson 5ive. Today it’s all studio enhanced, repetitive sounds. The live shows are special effects, and digital extravaganzas, to hide the non talented performers. Acts like Bruno Mars give me hope, because you see the showmanship, backed with a tight band. T-Pain the rapper, is actually one of the best vocalist today, but that talent takes a backseat to his HipHop career. I give props to musically gifted, not the posers.

He was so handsome and talented

Let's all remember, Bobby Taylor was the cat responsible for bringing The Jackson 5 to Hitsville U.S.A.

I love the close ups on Michael when he’s singing, it’s pure joy.

OMG! The sound that came out of little Michael was out of this world! Amazing! And they were clean as the board of Health! Katherine Jackson made all of their performing costumes in the beginning. They are stunning!

He was such a cutie patootie😭💓💓💓

Yesssss!!! My Michael🤩🤩🤭he was a natural from the beginning...Diana fit is what they wear now. She was soooo thin. Her top knot was everything!

I love love love all the boys. They’re all very beautiful, well mannered, well spoken, classy, and super talented. MJ was born a super star.

I completely understand now as an adult why Diana Ross was put in the place of "discovering" J5. In hindsight, it made a lot of sense. She was drifting off from her group as a solo artist and J5 was the _next big thing_ so it made sense why Motown placed her in that role. And thus MJ's love for Diana began here. The miniseries recreated this scene down to a T. #RIPMJ

Michael was so pure and innocent here. Yet he looked uncomfortable, nervous….even a little scared. Was it stage fright or something deeper. I feel as if he experienced much trauma as a child which led to a broken and misunderstood man. He will always be loved by millions.

The Jackson 5! THE BEST. EVER. ANYWHERE. Credit Joe Jackson for having the boys polished and ready long before they even got to Motown!! (And that goes for the rest of the family like Janet, of course, Rebe, and Randy!) The body of work from Motown through CBS Records is astounding! And add to that what Michael did solo - this might never be matched again in the annals of music!!

Little Michael was so talented! RIP 🌹

It's amazing how he was 10 years old

There is obviously a treasure trove of performances by Miss Ross, Sammy Davis Jr., The J5, and countless others that need to be unearthed, remastered, preserved, and made available for public viewing. (No disrespect to RU-vid, but I think you get my meaning here.) This kind of art and culture are PRICELESS.

U can tell he just truly enjoyed what he did💜

Michaels vocals on can you remember >>>

I can't believe I was 2 when this took place and at age 3 I heard one of their songs and immediately became a fan(so my mother tells it). So from 1970-2023 I'm a fan. RIP MICHAEL. I MISS YOU. 💔

The musicality. Did y'all see him at 2:29-30 hitting the beat with that move? Man! Somethings just can't be taught.

I love the Jackson 5! Just seeing them perform live especially in the early years, you could tell that they loved to perform! From young Michael’s high-pitched voice to Marlon and Jackie’s wonderful dance moves, and Tito’s skills with his guitar and Jermaine with his raspy voice and his bass skills, what could go wrong? Nothing! They were perfect and still are perfect! Love you, Jackson 5! Jackie, age 18, Tito age 15 soon to be 16 the next day, Jermaine age 14, Marlon age 12, and Michael Jackson age 11!

Me & Mike born the same year, me 4 months earlier. For those times, this was EPIC! Thanks for the memories reelblack!!

This was back when music was music! No foul language, thugs, just innocent music from the heart!

MJ was so young and just beginning the most amazing career. I'm his age and listened to the J5 as the songs were released. Never stop loving you, Michael 💔

AMAZING how Michael and Janet as kids resembled each other the most.

What a remarkable voice he had as a child. The ultimate performer.

It's so daunting to see him at this age so talented beyond his years. Crazy. Rest Easy Michael

All that crazy crazy Talent from day one. He will always be the rawist prodigy that ever lived or will live. He was and is truly a forever treasure👑❤️

I grew up watching & absolutely LOVING The Jackson 5 💕💕I remember watching them perform this song and how my big sister played it over and over on the Record player!!

Diana Ross looks beautiful. I love I want you back.

Me and my Moms saw them at the Uptown Theatre in Philly about a year before this. We came home screaming about "This little boy was unbelievable!..."

Its so sad how the world. Can love you but when you make it.. They try to break you... RIP Jackson..

....even into adulthood. They all have so much talent and Michael was multitalented. Gone sooooo soon RIP

I was only a couple years younger than Michael. When I was 7, me and my sister (10) used to make our Barbie's dance to our Jackson 5 records in the bedroom on the old portable stereo...in 1969. J5 was the absolute coolest in my 7 year old music scene at the time. Still luv J5 music. Feel like I grew up with Michael.

One of a kind band, The Jackson's 5. Grew up with IT since I can remember. I've not heard that 2nd song until my Beloved Husband would bass it out and sing this song to me, like a million times, figuratively. J5 were as my second tv family. Love the moves too! All the way live pure, raw talented human beings.

Blown away omg baby Michael!!!

Thanks for sharing this I knew the very soulful slow song "Can You Remember" was on their first album but I never knew they sung it first on national TV in the Jacksons movie they made it appear "I Want You Back" was the first song they sung on national TV.

Legends ❤️ and Michael was so talented words cant explain how getting emotional watching this

Michael been doing that 2-1/2 Spin since 1969!

This is why I subscribed to this channel. Not only do we get to see some classics, but the video quality is impressive. J5 is the standard for musicians. The whole family had talent even his sisters but Michael was truly a Marvel. This was a little before my time so I don't recall them this young nor Diana Ross. She was gorgeous.

Pretty amazing. Michael was an entertainment veteran @ age 10.

fan since day one. 😢❤🙏

*!!HAPPY **_B'EARTHDAY_** MICHAEL!!* *_!!REST IN PEACFUL POWER!!_* I WILL FOREVER LOVE YOU!!! YOU WAS MY FIRST FAVORITE MUSIC *_IDOL_* SINCE I WAS 4 YEARS OF AGE IN 1971. IT'S LIKE WE GREW UP TOGETHER. I CAN'T REMEMBER A TIME WHEN I DIDN'T HEAR YOUR VOICE SINGING SOULFULLY *_!!BOLD!!_* I NAMED MY LATE-ELDEST SON AFTER YOU. HE JOINED YOU UP IN HEAVEN BACK IN 2014. I MISS YOU IN THE FLESH, WISH YOU WAS HERE. *_CRUSHING_* THE MUSIC INDUSTRY WITH *!!YOUR OWN!!* RECORD LABEL YOU ARE THE WORLDS *_BROTHER_* THE *!!KING!!* OF *POP* & THE *!!PRINCE!!* OF *!!SOUL!!*

They're so cute awww

Michael was always so very talented!!! Love watching the early years! Diana was so young and beautiful! Love my Old School artist!🎶❤🎶❤

Little Michael sir enjoying the singing and dancing love you sir

Such a gorgeous kid Michael was ! Immensely talented droplet of a Miracle God dropped on earth for us to see, listen and immerse

Puro talento, Michael veio ao mundo para cantar e dançar e emocionar nossos corações, essa foi sua missão na terra.

Michaels life should be an example to us to appreciate the blessings of a person while they are here instead of wait til their gone to give them the most glory!!

Such joy in the Young MJ face

His voice 😢

Beautiful, just beautiful...

I was crushing bad on Michael Jackson. Although I could never understand how that old man soul came out of a kid?!?!. He had gifts, and I'm so grateful to have experienced them! I loved me some Jackson 5! 🙏🏾👋🏽💃🏽💜

I'm so glad to have been born a year before M.J. I grew up watching him grow up! the music and the time was magical. 1969 was the year that I graduated from Elementary school, Doesn't seem like it's been so long ago! Best memories ever! J-Five for Life!

I love this man like family, although I never meet him. I had to take off work for a week when he passed; I did receive a form of closure with his this is it. MJ was such an awesome individual. RIP my favorite musician.

So dedicated voice

They were the most famous of all til this day. Everyone forgets how famous Michael was! 😞

Michael Jackson was so young, I love him and his smile lights up the stage.. so much tattered brother's on that stage. RIP Michael Jackson we the fans miss you so much..

A Super talent......comes only once in a lifetime

Watching this brings back memories of me and my Daddy dancing this on Christmas Day.

Love 💕 this 💜

The Best Artist all times RIP Michael

He was so talented. One of the greatest singer ever.

Miss you M.J.! Diana Ross looked great on this show too!

Il était formidable ce ptit Michael.🤣🤣🤣🤣

His mom must have been so proud ❤️

Michael Jackson has always been a very good with music career, watching him and his brothers as the Jackson 5 when I was growing up was always such a great pleasure and as time passed he was one of the best with his music and of course his dancing was just fantastic. He will be missed.

Straight Classic 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 some of the originators right here and the 🐐 Michael Jackson! Thank you for this upload

Michael foi um fenômeno. É difícil para uma criança fazer tudo isso.

Its 2024 Mid March, and I am from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰. A tiny island with people speaking a rare language called SINHALESE. I don't see any artist alive getting the respect that the legendary singer (late) MJ still gets from the people. I don't think there'll ever be anyone on this earth to match his talents. Many tried to frame him for various accusations to get money or fame and for that and he suffered alot. Even Oprah roasted him badly at one of her interviews by quoting those accusations. Shame on all of them. While they had him for real, they were busy for accusing him for his skin color, nose too, but eventually we lost him. HE IS A LEGENDARY SUPERSTAR AND I WISH I HAD ANOTHER BETTET WORD THAN THAT FOR HIM. It's like a bad dream that we lost this beautiful soul. Dear MJ, We miss you dearly. 😞

I remember, when I was working at Modern Musical Service, we had to deliver these Two large portable Mirrors, to their house in Topanga Canyon, so they could check out their steps on stage, I have many stories,with the 5 and Michael.😊

ahhhh Michael's smile 😍😍 forever the BEST 💖 and okaaay, Miss Ross in the white at the end.. looks like an outfit I had in the 90s✨ great upload!

What a special time and special place and special person, love u forever Michael

Diana so beautiful and Michael all natural and awesome. We r old

How lucky is our generation to have known him 🏆

Nunca mais houve outro popstar igual ao Michael Jackson ❤🇧🇷

Note, the original broadcast faded to the commercial after Mike and the J5 began to break down into James Brown's "There was a Time." They did not come back after this segment. So this is literally it for the J5's national television debut. They actually appeared a few months earlier on the first Miss Black America pageant which was syndicated, and nearly two months later on Ed Sullivan.

They still give me chills OMG! ❤

❤ WOW - I always thought I fell in love with Michael Jackson at 7 years old - Now I see that I was in love with Michael Jackson long before this first TV appearance, just from hearing "The Jackson 5 " music on the radio and seeing Michael's picture in the magazines ❤ WOW - I was 6 years old , I didn't turn 7 until a week later at the end of October 1969 - ❤Over 50 Years Sooooooo " IN LOVE " With Michael Jackson . . . . " I NEVER CAN SAY GOODBYE " 💔💋