They were the natural heirs to the Jackson family. Physically attractive and extremely talented, the large Grand Rapids, Michigan native DeBarge family wowed fans around the world with a string of terrific hits in the 80s, before pressures, addictions and problems almost too numerous to mention caused the family act to split up at its peak of popularity.
This week's Unsung takes a look at the triumph and tragedy of the very talented family vocal group, DeBarge.
They were the natural heirs to the Jackson family. Physically attractive and extremely talented, the large Grand Rapids, Michigan native DeBarge family wowed fans around the world with a string of terrific hits in the 80s, before pressures, addictions and problems almost too numerous to mention caused the family act to split up at its peak of popularity.