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Destiny

The Jackson 5 · 1978

41 min · 8 tracks · funk · R&B · soul

A vibrant blend of disco, funk, and soul that invites listeners to dance and celebrate life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dance floor energy throughout
  • joyful celebration of life
  • wave-like dynamic flow
  • sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, introspective sounds
  • seek standalone, serious tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
artistic independence· disco celebration· self-determination journey
Career context
Released on December 17, 1978, 'Destiny' marked a significant moment for The Jacksons as their first album after leaving Motown. This record showcased their artistic independence and included songwriting contributions from all members, particularly Michael Jackson, who was establishing himself as a solo artist. It followed their commercial peak with hits from previous albums but represented a new creative direction.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Spirit by Earth, Wind & Fire — Shares vibrant disco energy and themes of celebration and unity in a funk-soul blend.
Risqué by Chic — Captures the same danceable disco vibe with sophisticated arrangements and lyrical focus on nightlife.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Blame It on the Boogie 3:35
  • 2 Push Me Away 4:18
  • 3 Things I Do for You 4:05
  • 4 Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground) 8:02
  • 5 Destiny 4:52
  • 6 Bless His Soul 4:56
  • 7 All Night Dancin' 6:10
  • 8 That's What You Get (For Being Polite) 4:57

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