Tito Jackson, Founding Member of The Jackson 5, Passes Away at 70
Legendary Musician’s Death Confirmed by Sons
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic band The Jackson 5, has reportedly died at the age of 70. His three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, known together as the R&B-pop group 3T, confirmed the news in a joint statement shared on social media.
Statement from the Family
"It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tito Jackson is no longer with us. We are shocked, saddened, and heartbroken. Our father was an incredible man who cared about everyone and their well-being," the statement said.
"Some of you may know him as Tito Jackson from the legendary Jackson 5, some may know him as ‘Coach Tito’ or some know him as ‘Poppa T.’ Nevertheless, he will be missed tremendously. It will forever be ‘Tito Time’ for us. Please remember to do what our father always preached and that is ‘Love One Another.’ We love you Pops."
Cause of Death Not Revealed
An official cause of death has not been revealed at this time.
Family and Legacy
Tito Jackson is survived by his three sons, his grandchildren, his mother Katherine Jackson; his siblings Janet Jackson, Rebbie Jackson-Brown, Jackie Jackson, Randy Jackson, Marlon Jackson, La Toya Jackson, and Jermaine Jackson.
Tito’s brother, Michael Jackson, passed away in 2009, and their father, Joe Jackson, died in 2018. Tito formed the band The Jackson 5 with his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael.
The Jackson 5’s Rise to Fame
In 1969, they signed a recording contract with Berry Gordy’s Motown Records. Their debut album, Diana Ross Presents The Jackson 5, included their breakout single "I Want You Back," which hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The Jackson 5 released nine more albums under Motown, which produced hits like "ABC," "The Love You Save," "I’ll Be There," "Dancing Machine," "Mama’s Pearl," and many more.
After Motown
After their stint with Motown, the group signed to Epic Records and rebranded to The Jacksons. Under their new label home, they released six albums: The Jacksons (1976), Goin’ Places (1977), Destiny (1978), Triumph (1980), Victory (1984), and 2300 Jackson Street (1989).
Tito’s Solo Career
In 2017, Tito Jackson released his debut solo album, Tito Time. The album included singles like "Get It Baby" featuring Big Daddy Kane and "When the Magic Happens" featuring Jocelyn Brown, and "One Way Street."
In 2021, Tito returned with his second solo album, Under Your Spell. Where Tito Time was R&B and pop, Under Your Spell was blues.
The Significance of "Love One Another"
Regarding the song "Love One Another" from Under Your Spell, Tito told Rated R&B, "We were brought up in the time of the civil rights movement. We know what it’s like to be discriminated against, and we still face that every once in a while. So, to have that in your music, I think it’s very important to remind the world that we’re all the same. Let’s do away with racism. Let’s love one another. It’s time to stop fighting. It’s time to end police brutality towards certain races, or the split between Republicans and Democrats beyond politics. It’s OK to be a Republican. It’s OK to be a Democrat. It’s not OK to hate each other. We have to love one another and that’s unity."
Conclusion
Tito Jackson’s passing is a tremendous loss to the music world and his fans. He will be remembered for his incredible talent, his iconic music, and his legacy as a founding member of The Jackson 5. His music and message of love and unity will continue to inspire generations to come.
FAQs
Q: What was Tito Jackson’s age at the time of his passing?
A: Tito Jackson was 70 years old at the time of his passing.
Q: Who confirmed Tito Jackson’s death?
A: Tito’s three sons, Taj, Taryll, and TJ, confirmed the news in a joint statement shared on social media.
Q: What was the cause of Tito Jackson’s death?
A: An official cause of death has not been revealed at this time.
Q: What was Tito Jackson’s last album?
A: Tito Jackson’s last album was Under Your Spell, released in 2021.
Q: What was the significance of "Love One Another"?
A: The song "Love One Another" from Under Your Spell was a message of love, unity, and a call to end racism and police brutality.