

He became a solo star with his 1979 album Off the Wall. Jackson began his solo career in 1971 while at Motown Records. The eighth child of the Jackson family, Jackson made his professional debut in 1964 with his elder brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon as a member of the Jackson 5 (later known as the Jacksons). He is the most awarded music artist in history. Jackson influenced artists across many music genres through stage and video performances, he popularized complicated dance moves such as the moonwalk, to which he gave the name, as well as the robot. Over a four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. Dubbed the " King of Pop", he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Michael Joseph Jackson ONM (Aug– June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter and dancer.
