At just 12, Michael had to record a "grown-up" song about the agonizing cycle of a failing relationship.
In a full-circle moment, Clifton Davis performed the song at Michael Jackson’s memorial service in 2009. 🎹 Instrumental & Composition Michael Jackson - Never Can Say Goodbye (Instru...
The "deep story" of Michael Jackson’s "Never Can Say Goodbye" lies in its transition from a song intended for a female group to a definitive moment of vocal maturity for a 12-year-old Michael Jackson. Originally written by actor and songwriter for The Supremes , Motown executives decided it was a better fit for The Jackson 5 . 🎶 The Story Behind the Song At just 12, Michael had to record a
The instrumental version highlights the that made the track a Motown staple. Originally written by actor and songwriter for The
Michael famously had to ask the songwriter what the word "anguish" meant before recording.