The Jackson 5 - Dancing Machine

Year Released: 1974
Label: Motown
Genre: Funk / Soul / Disco

Description:
“Dancing Machine” marked a major stylistic evolution for The Jackson 5, blending soul, funk, and early disco grooves. Featuring a prominent synthesized clavinet riff, rhythmic bass, and the group’s signature harmonies, the track captured the energy of the dancefloor and the emerging disco sound. The song peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the group’s most iconic dance hits.

The track’s robotic dance sequences inspired Michael Jackson’s signature robot dance moves. It has been sampled by numerous artists in hip-hop and R&B, cementing its influence on later dance and urban music.