Moonwalk
Michael Jackson
Apr 2010 · Random House
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The only book Michael Jackson ever wrote about his life
It chronicles his humble beginnings in the Midwest, his early days with the Jackson 5, and his unprecedented solo success. Giving unrivalled insight into the King of Pop's life, it details his songwriting process for hits like Beat It, Rock With You, Billie Jean, and We Are the World; describes how he developed his signature dance style, including the Moon Walk; and opens the door to his very private personal relationships with his family, including sister Janet, and stars like Diana Ross, Berry Gordy, Marlon Brando, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney, and Brooke Shields.
At the time of its original publication in 1988, MOONWALK broke the fiercely guarded barrier of silence that surrounded Michael Jackson. Candidly and courageously, Jackson talks openly about his wholly exceptional career and the crushing isolation of his fame.
MOONWALK is illustrated with rare photographs from Jackson family albums and Michael's personal photographic archives, as well as a drawing done by Michael exclusively for the book. It reveals and celebrates, as no other book can, the life of this exceptional and beloved musician.
It chronicles his humble beginnings in the Midwest, his early days with the Jackson 5, and his unprecedented solo success. Giving unrivalled insight into the King of Pop's life, it details his songwriting process for hits like Beat It, Rock With You, Billie Jean, and We Are the World; describes how he developed his signature dance style, including the Moon Walk; and opens the door to his very private personal relationships with his family, including sister Janet, and stars like Diana Ross, Berry Gordy, Marlon Brando, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney, and Brooke Shields.
At the time of its original publication in 1988, MOONWALK broke the fiercely guarded barrier of silence that surrounded Michael Jackson. Candidly and courageously, Jackson talks openly about his wholly exceptional career and the crushing isolation of his fame.
MOONWALK is illustrated with rare photographs from Jackson family albums and Michael's personal photographic archives, as well as a drawing done by Michael exclusively for the book. It reveals and celebrates, as no other book can, the life of this exceptional and beloved musician.
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Maria Murphy
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May 11, 2024
Great insight from the man himself. Moonwalk is basically about his early career, music and ambition to be the best entertainer in the world. At least we know it is fact based because he wrote it himself. A must for all Michael Jackson fans. I only wish he was alive today to write a part two. Forever missed, forever loved by his loyal fans, forever innocent & forever alive in his music. :-(
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June 20, 2018
The world knows michaeljackson as king of pop and one of the most popular
entertainers but only a few knows that to get such recognition and respect
, he had done extreme hard work and sacrifice. In this book , michael
himself admitted that he was an extreme perfectionist. He wanted everything
to be just perfect such that audience get amazed and thrilled.The most
important lesson I learnt from this book is his perfection. He never
satisfies with his mind blowing performances .after performance ,he always
blames himself that he could not do better moves, lighting was not good .at
last this book teaches us that to get something , we should give more input
so it will give more output
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Jeffrey Holness
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November 8, 2023
SEEMS LIKE AN HONEST ACCOUNT OF HIS AMAZING AND INSPIRING LIFE.
About the author
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009), dubbed the 'King of Pop', was one of the most commercially successful entertainers of all time. After making his debut in 1964 as a member of The Jackson 5, he started a solo career in 1971. His 1982 album Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time. His other achievements feature multiple Guinness World Records - including the 'Most Successful Entertainer of All Time' - 13 Grammy Awards, 13 number one singles, and estimated sales of over 750 million records. Jackson died at the age of 50 on June 25, 2009, in Los Angeles, California after suffering from cardiac arrest. His memorial service was broadcast live around the world.
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