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Overview

Jermaine Jackson—older than Michael by four years—offers a keenly observed memoir tracing his brother’s life starting from their shared childhood and extending through the Jackson 5 years, Michael’s phenomenal solo career, his loves, his suffering, and his tragic end. It is a sophisticated, no-holds-barred examination of the man, aimed at fostering a true and final understanding of who he was, why he was, and what shaped him.

Jermaine knows the real Michael as only a brother can. In this raw, honest, and poignant account, he reveals Michael the private person, not Michael “the King of Pop.”

Jermaine doesn’t flinch from tackling the tough issues: the torrid press, the scandals, the allegations, the court cases, the internal politics, the ill-fated This Is It tour, and disturbing developments in the days leading up to Michael’s death. But where previous works have presented only thin versions of a media construct, he provides a rare glimpse into the complex heart, mind, and soul of a brilliant but sometimes troubled entertainer. As a witness to history on the inside, Jermaine is the only person qualified to deliver the real Michael and reveal what made him tick, his private opinions, and unseen emotions through the most headline-making episodes of his life.

Filled with keen insight, rich in anecdotes and behind-the-scenes detail, You Are Not Alone is the book for any true Michael Jackson fan and for anyone trying to make sense of the artist whose death was so premature.

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Millions of words have been written about Michael Jackson, but few of them have the authority of those written by Jermaine Jackson, the King of Pop's older brother, band mate, and confidante. Their lifelong association imparts an especial poignancy to this candid memoir, which doesn't tiptoe around controversial issues such as the scandals, the sex allegations, internal politics of the Jackson circle, and the final, ill-fated tour. Certain to grab its own headline.

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Jermaine Jackson sets out to resurrect the tarnished legacy of late superstar brother Michael in an emotionally charged memoir. "Erms" (Michael's nickname for Jermaine) had a complex relationship with his brother. There was jealousy, sibling rivalry and professional brinksmanship. A lot went down between the two since first huddling together as starry-eyed innocents at their window overlooking Jackson Street in the 1960s. Ultimately, the gradual degradation of their close relationship led to long periods of estrangement where Michael was alone. Jermaine attempts to present all this in the most positive light, and his enduring love for his doomed brother is evident. But his reliability as an advocate for The King of Pop's more inscrutable behavior remains questionable. According to Jermaine, Michael kept his brothers at arm's length during much of the baffling metamorphosis he underwent later in life. The author clouds the picture even further at times when it appears he is simply singing his own praises. Jermaine's narrative works best in recounting the early years of the Jackson 5 when the brothers were undeniably united in a musical dream and Michael was unquestionably the coolest little dude anywhere to command a stage. Even here, though, the seeds of Michael's downfall loom. The insular nature of the brotherhood itself seemed to preclude outside relationships and produce in Michael an overreliance on a unit that was always destined to change, leaving him adrift when it did. Couple that with the young artist's inability to effectively cope with his growing body dysmorphia, and some of the head-scratching events that followed in MJ's life begin to make more sense. Whether Michael was the victim of twisted, uninformed perceptions of him, as Jermaine steadfastly asserts, or was actually the dangerous eccentric portrayed by the media, the view from 2300 Jackson Street is still tragic. A not entirely convincing but unwavering defense of an unquestionably odd performer, and an intimate look at one of the greatest recording artists of all time.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781451651560
  • Publisher: Touchstone
  • Publication date: 9/13/2011
  • Pages: 464
  • Sales rank: 63,693
  • Product dimensions: 6.20 (w) x 9.30 (h) x 1.60 (d)

Meet the Author


Jermaine Jackson, fourth-born in the musical family dynasty, was an original member of the Jackson 5. Singer, record producer, and composer, Jermaine is widely perceived as the Jackson family’s spokesperson, both before and after Michael’s death. He is the father to seven children and lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Halima.

Table of Contents

Prologue—2005 xi

The Beginning—The early years

1 Eternal Child 3

2 2300 Jackson Street 12

3 God's Gift 36

4 Just Kids with a Dream 56

5 Cry Freedom 75

6 Motown University 94

7 Jackson-mania 118

The middle—The Hayvenhurst years

8 Life Lessons 141

9 Growing Pains 162

10 Separate Ways 176

11 Moonwalking 198

12 Animal Kingdom 218

13 The Hardest Victory 238

14 The Reunion Party 255

The end—The Neverland years

15 Once Said 279

16 Forever Neverland 294

17 Body of Lies 313

18 Love, Chess and Destiny 331

19 Unbreakable 352

20 14 White Doves 372

21 The Comeback King 390

22 Gone Too Soon 413

Epilogue—Smile 431

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 26, 2011

    Highly recommend

    I highly recommend for everyone to read this book. Either you're a fan or not of Michael it's something worth reading. I couldn't stop crying for Michael who's motive is to help not only the children but everyone in need. Some people have true desire to help not just for publicity sake. He's one of a kind.

    7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 31, 2011

    Great read

    Although jermaime tell the same jackson stories others have written over the years he do so with insight and clarity that makes you enjoy them again. Also who knew jermaine could be so humourous? I enjoyed the book and his explanation for singing "word to the badd"

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 12, 2011

    Amazing!

    Great book and Iove micheal no matter what..

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 2, 2011

    Great Book!

    Very informal on the private life of Michael and his family. I felt like it was true to form since it was coming from his brother. Lots of information and insight on Michael. Thank you, Jermaine!!

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 2, 2011

    Amazingly written...

    I have been reading this one and I think Jermaine did a wonderful job in that the book honored the memories of his brother Michael so well. Jermaine congratulations on the book and my prayers continue for you and your family.

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 3, 2012

    Touching

    many people may not know Michael Jackson & his feelings I DO I'VE BEEN THERE all I CAN say is I LOVE You MJ I UNDERSTAND YOU !

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 15, 2012

    Mj fan

    Awsome. Best book in the world

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 8, 2012

    Great read!

    This being the third book I read on MJ, it is my favorite. It gives a great outlook on Michael's life and Jermaine does a great job on telling a story without going into too much detail of some aspects of the music industry that normal people dont understand.

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 2, 2012

    Michael was no friend to children

    For those who want to put forth the belief that Michael posed no danger to children, I can say that the FBI studied him and concluded that he was a pedophile. Yes he was a brilliant musical talent, but don't confuse that with also being a good person. Anyone who would molest children is despicable.

    1 out of 7 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 6, 2012

    The King of Pop

    It is nice Jermine wrote about his younger brother. R.I.P Michael Jackson. U will always b luved..

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 12, 2012

    Through a brothers eyes

    Jermaine really talks about who Michael Jacson is through a brothers eyes.

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 23, 2012

    U not alone michael through a brother eye

    Must read

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 2, 2012

    I like mj

    Beaucse he is alsome

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 27, 2011

    Bet book ever

    This is a book i think everyone should read it tells u more about michael jackson's life and hiw he came to be the king of pop it all started when he became part of the jackson 5 then he wanted to become his own person so he left the jackson 5

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  • Posted December 11, 2011

    Highly recommend

    Michael & my sister were born the same day same year. We grew up with Michael. I'm only on Chapter two but I am thoroughly enjoying the human side of Michael and not the "media" view of him. I think Jermaine for allowing us to see this side of his brother, Michael, and what it was like for them all growing up.

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