Studio Album · No. 3
Third Album Songwriting Credits by The Jacksons
Produced by Corporation, Bobby Taylor
Motown
BubblegumRock and RollSoul
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
19
Lyricists
2
Producers
1
No.1 Single
6 million
Worldwide Copies Sold
1970
Released
Data Insight
As with the group's earlier Motown releases, the Jackson 5 wrote nothing on Third Album. The signature ballad 'I'll Be There' was written by Berry Gordy, Bob West, Willie Hutch, and Hal Davis and produced by Hal Davis, while 'Mama's Pearl' was written and produced by The Corporation. The album leans heavily on covers, including 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' (Simon and Garfunkel) and 'Ready or Not Here I Come' (The Delfonics).
Third Album is the third studio album by the Jackson 5, released in September 1970 on Motown Records. Like the group's first two albums, it was recorded under the Motown house system with material provided by the Corporation songwriting team. It includes the hit 'I'll Be There,' one of the group's signature songs.
Track Listing & Credits 11 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
I'll Be There
#1
|
Berry GordyHal DavisWillie HutchBob West | Berry GordyHal DavisWillie HutchBob West | Hal Davis | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 2 |
Ready or Not (Here I Come)
|
Thom BellWilliam Hart | Thom BellWilliam Hart | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 3 |
Oh How Happy
|
Edwin Starr | Edwin Starr | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 4 |
Bridge Over Troubled Water
|
Paul Simon | Paul Simon | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 5 |
Can I See You in the Morning
|
Deke Richards | Deke Richards | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 6 |
Goin' Back to Indiana
|
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) |
| 7 |
How Funky Is Your Chicken
|
Lester Lee CarrRichard HutchWillie Hutch | Lester Lee CarrRichard HutchWillie Hutch | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 8 |
Mama's Pearl
#2
|
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 |
Reach In
|
Beatrice Verdi | Beatrice Verdi | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 10 |
The Love I Saw in You Was Just a Mirage
|
Smokey RobinsonMarv Tarplin | Smokey RobinsonMarv Tarplin | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
| 11 |
Darling Dear
|
George GordyRobert GordyAllen Story | George GordyRobert GordyAllen Story | The Corporation | Michael Jackson (Lead Vocals)Jackie Jackson (Vocals)Tito Jackson (Vocals)Jermaine Jackson (Vocals)Marlon Jackson (Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 25 contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions Third Album
Who wrote 'I'll Be There' by the Jackson 5?
'I'll Be There' was written by Berry Gordy, Bob West, Willie Hutch, and Hal Davis, and produced by Hal Davis. The Jackson 5 did not write it. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and held the top spot for five weeks.
Who wrote 'Mama's Pearl' by the Jackson 5?
'Mama's Pearl' was written and produced by The Corporation, Motown's in-house team. It peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100, held off the top by 'One Bad Apple' by The Osmonds.
Did the Jackson 5 write Third Album themselves?
No. The Jackson 5 wrote none of Third Album. It was created by Motown staff, with production by The Corporation and Hal Davis, and a large portion of the track list consists of cover versions.
Is 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' on the Jackson 5's Third Album a cover?
Yes. 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' is a cover of the Simon and Garfunkel song. The Jackson 5 recorded their version for Third Album in 1970.
Who produced Third Album by the Jackson 5?
Third Album was produced by The Corporation and Hal Davis for Motown Records. Hal Davis produced the number-one hit 'I'll Be There,' while The Corporation handled 'Mama's Pearl.'
Is Third Album by the Jackson 5 certified Gold?
Yes. Third Album was certified Gold in the United States, representing one million units. It is also reported to have sold over 6 million copies worldwide.