Before the moonwalk… before Thriller… there was a little boy from Gary, Indiana with a voice that would change music forever.

In this episode of Becoming Michael, we trace the explosive rise of Michael Jackson through his early years with The Jackson 5. From grueling rehearsals under the watchful eye of Joe Jackson to the bright lights of Motown Records, this is the story of how raw talent, family ambition, and relentless discipline created a global phenomenon.

With chart-topping hits like “I Want You Back” and “ABC,” the Jackson 5 became a sensation almost overnight. But behind the synchronized dance moves and matching smiles was a childhood shaped by pressure, sacrifice, and the heavy expectations of greatness.

This episode explores the tension between family and fame, love and control, innocence and industry ...