#36 Michael Jackson, 'Off the Wall' (1979)

The fifth solo record by Michael Jackson, is often considered his real solo debut. It was his first solo record released through Epic Records, having already released three records through Epic with The Jacksons since their departure from Motown, it was his first solo record on which he contributed to the songwriting and production, and it was his first solo record to be released as an adult (the album came out three weeks before his 21st birthday). Also, it was the first of three records to be produced by Quincy Jones.