Studio Album · No. 4
Maybe Tomorrow Songwriting Credits by The Jacksons
Produced by Corporation, Hal Davis
Motown
SoulPop
0%
Authorship
The Jacksons wrote 0 of 11 documented tracks
Authorship Breakdown 0 / 11 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 11 tracks with documented writers, by whether The Jacksons carries a lyricist or composer credit.
0 trackswritten by The Jacksons
11 tracksoutside writers
The Jacksons's roles on this album
Share of the 11 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist0%
Composer0%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
11
Tracks
17
Lyricists
4
Producers
3.5 million
Worldwide Copies Sold
1971
Released
Data Insight
The Jackson 5 again wrote none of the material on Maybe Tomorrow, which was handled by Motown's staff producers. The hit 'Never Can Say Goodbye' was written by Clifton Davis and produced by Hal Davis, while the title track and 'Sugar Daddy' were written and produced by The Corporation. The album also includes covers such as 'Sixteen Candles' (The Crests).
Maybe Tomorrow is the fourth studio album by the Jackson 5, released in April 1971 on Motown Records. It features the hit title track and continues the group's run of polished pop-soul under the Motown production system.
Track Listing & Credits 11 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Maybe Tomorrow
#20
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 2 |
She's Good
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 3 |
Never Can Say Goodbye
#2
|
Clifton Davis | Clifton Davis | Hal Davis | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 4 |
The Wall
|
Mel LarsonJerry MarcellinoPam Sawyer | Mel LarsonJerry MarcellinoPam Sawyer | Mel LarsonJerry Marcellino | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 5 |
Petals
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 6 |
16 Candles
|
Luther DixonAllyson R. Khent | Luther DixonAllyson R. Khent | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 7 |
(We've Got) Blue Skies
|
Thomas BeeChris ClarkFuller GordyPatrick StephensonDelores Wilkinson | Thomas BeeChris ClarkFuller GordyPatrick StephensonDelores Wilkinson | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 8 |
My Little Baby
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 9 |
It's Great to Be Here
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 10 |
Honey Chile
|
Richard MorrisSylvia Moy | Richard MorrisSylvia Moy | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 11 |
I Will Find a Way
|
Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | Berry GordyAlphonso MizellFreddie PerrenDeke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 24 contributors
AM
Alphonso Mizell
Writer
BG
Berry Gordy
Writer
DR
Deke Richards
Writer
FP
Freddie Perren
Writer
JM
Jerry Marcellino
Writer · Producer
ML
Mel Larson
Writer · Producer
AR
Allyson R. Khent
Writer
CC
Chris Clark
Writer
CD
Clifton Davis
Writer
DW
Delores Wilkinson
Writer
FG
Fuller Gordy
Writer
LD
Luther Dixon
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions Maybe Tomorrow
Who wrote 'Never Can Say Goodbye' by the Jackson 5?
'Never Can Say Goodbye' was written by Clifton Davis and produced by Hal Davis. The Jackson 5 did not write it. The single reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the R&B chart.
Who wrote the title track 'Maybe Tomorrow' by the Jackson 5?
'Maybe Tomorrow' was written and produced by The Corporation, Motown's team. The single peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Did the Jackson 5 write Maybe Tomorrow themselves?
No. The Jackson 5 wrote none of Maybe Tomorrow. The album was created by Motown staff, including The Corporation and producer Hal Davis, and it features cover songs alongside the originals.
Is 'Sixteen Candles' on the Jackson 5's Maybe Tomorrow a cover?
Yes. 'Sixteen Candles' is a cover of the song originally recorded by The Crests. The Jackson 5 included their version on the Maybe Tomorrow album.
Who produced Maybe Tomorrow by the Jackson 5?
Maybe Tomorrow was produced by The Corporation and Hal Davis for Motown Records. Hal Davis produced 'Never Can Say Goodbye,' while The Corporation handled the title track and 'Sugar Daddy.'
How did 'Never Can Say Goodbye' perform on the charts for the Jackson 5?
'Never Can Say Goodbye' reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100, spending three weeks at that position, and topped the R&B chart. It became one of the group's most enduring songs.