Let's Get Serious
Jermaine Jackson
Motown
1980

Let's Get Serious is a studio album by Jermaine Jackson, released in 1980 under the Motown label. This album marked a turning point in Jermaine’s solo career, solidifying him as a serious artist beyond his work with the Jackson 5. The album was produced in large part by Stevie Wonder, whose influence is deeply felt in the musical arrangements and lyrical themes. The title track, “Let’s Get Serious,” became a major hit, reaching No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the R\&B chart. It remains one of Jermaine's signature songs and showcased his smooth vocal delivery paired with a funky, danceable groove.
The album blends elements of soul, funk, and pop, and was praised for its polished production and mature sound. Tracks like “Where Are You Now” and “You Got to Hurry Girl” demonstrate Jermaine's emotional range and songwriting talent, while Stevie Wonder’s involvement added a layer of musical depth that set the album apart from his earlier work. *Let's Get Serious* was both a commercial and critical success, earning Jermaine a Grammy nomination and helping to establish him as a prominent solo act in the R\&B scene of the early 1980s.
Overall, *Let's Get Serious* is considered one of Jermaine Jackson’s strongest albums. It represents a period when he stepped out of the shadow of his famous family and carved out his own identity in the music industry. The collaboration with Stevie Wonder proved to be a creative high point in Jermaine’s career, and the album continues to be remembered as a standout moment in his discography.