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Joe Jackson is a British musician and songwriter who has been active in the music industry since the late 1970s. He was born on August 11, 1954, in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England. Jackson grew up in a musical family, with his father playing the violin and his mother singing in a local choir. He began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Jackson attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied composition and piano. After graduating, he began playing in local bands and working as a session musician. In 1978, he released his debut album, "Look Sharp!", which was a critical and commercial success. The album featured the hit singles "Is She Really Going Out with Him?" and "Sunday Papers." Over the next few years, Jackson continued to release albums and tour extensively. He experimented with different genres, including reggae, jazz, and classical music. In 1982, he released the album "Night and Day," which was inspired by his time living in New York City. The album featured the hit singles "Steppin' Out" and "Breaking Us in Two" and earned Jackson two Grammy nominations. In 1984, Jackson released the album "Body and Soul," which featured a more experimental sound and incorporated elements of world music. The album was not as commercially successful as his previous releases, but it received critical acclaim and showcased Jackson's versatility as a musician. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Jackson continued to release albums and tour, but his popularity began to wane. He took a break from music in the mid-1990s and focused on other projects, including writing a book and composing music for films and television. In 1999, Jackson returned to music with the album "Night Music," which featured a more stripped-down sound and showcased his skills as a pianist. The album received positive reviews and marked a return to form for Jackson. In the years since, Jackson has continued to release albums and tour, and he has remained a respected figure in the music industry. He has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Suzanne Vega, Todd Rundgren, and William Shatner. Throughout his career, Jackson has received numerous awards and accolades. He has been nominated for five Grammy Awards and has won one, for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male, for "Steppin' Out" in 1983. He has also been nominated for two Brit Awards and has won one, for Best Male Solo Artist, in 1983. In addition to his music career, Jackson has been involved in various philanthropic endeavors. He has supported organizations such as Amnesty International and the Rainforest Foundation, and he has performed at benefit concerts for causes such as AIDS research and disaster relief. Overall, Joe Jackson is a talented and versatile musician who has made significant contributions to the world of music. His ability to blend different genres and experiment with different sounds has made him a respected figure in the industry, and his dedication to philanthropy has made him a role model for many.

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