Lookin' Through the Windows
The Jackson 5 · 1972
32 min · 11 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A vibrant blend of soul and pop, marked by infectious melodies and youthful exuberance.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its chart success, reaching No. 16 on the Billboard 200 and marking a strong follow-up to their earlier hits. Additionally, it features a mix of original songs and covers, reflecting the group's versatility and appeal in a shifting musical landscape during the early '70s.
- Best for
- infectious melodies for sing-alongs steady mid-tempo groove sessions youthful exuberance and joy
- Context
- Released in early 1972, 'Lookin' Through the Windows' was the Jackson 5's fourth studio album and showcased their continued evolution in sound after their breakthrough with 'I Want You Back'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place as one of Motown's premier acts, navigating the transition from child stars to mature artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nancy Sinatra· Sparks· Elvis Presley· Harry Nilsson· Dolly Parton· Cyndi Lauper· Willie Nelson· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing Standout 2:28
- 2 Lookin’ Through the Windows Standout 3:40
- 3 Don’t Let Your Baby Catch You 3:13
- 4 To Know 3:22
- 5 Doctor My Eyes Standout 3:12
- 6 Little Bitty Pretty One 2:48
- 7 E-Ne-Me-Ne-Mi-Ne-Moe (The Choice Is Yours to Pull) 2:53
- 8 If I Have to Move a Mountain 3:17
- 9 Don’t Want to See Tomorrow 2:39
- 10 Children of the Light 2:29
- 11 I Can Only Give You Love 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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