The Jackson Five: Remedy for winter blahs

It has recently come to my attention that many of you are suffering from the winter blues. But don't despair!

When the relentless snow, impassable streets, and wet feet are dragging your spirits down, there is only one remedy: The Jackson Five.

I particularly recommend I want you back.

Not only is it impossible to sit still while the piano, guitar and tambourine blend to create that unmistakeable funky-island-pop beat, but the way in which Michael Jackson’s tender voice wraps itself around the lyrics is truly spellbinding.

Such intensity from such a tiny boy… And yet, knowing his age doesn’t take away from the authenticity of the feeling at all. It’s endearing and heartbreaking and you want nothing more than to call that silly girl and insist she take him back already.

And don't get me started on the kick-ass bass line!

Oh, and if you prefer ABC, I remind you that it’s the song playing during that memorable scene from Clerks II when the delectable Rosario Dawson is dancing on the roof. Summer afternoon. Beautiful girl in a tank top. Watch this to keep warm…