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The Pointer Sisters | Tunes + Guitar Lessons

From country Grammy winners to ’80s dance-floor legends, The Pointer Sisters crafted timeless hits full of energy and soul!

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The Pointer Sisters: From Country Grammys to ’80s Dance Floor Icons

The Pointer Sisters began as a duo in 1969 before expanding to a quartet in 1972 when they signed with Blue Thumb Records. Their breakout came with the unexpected hit Fairytale, which earned them a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance—a surprising achievement for a group later known for their iconic disco hits.

By 1976, they released a best-of album, featuring the new track You Gotta Believe, which was also included in the film Car Wash. Produced by Motown’s former producer Norman Whitfield, the song marked a shift in their musical style. In 1978, founding member Bonnie Pointer left for a solo career that didn’t reach great heights, leaving the group as a trio.

It wasn’t until 1982 that the group truly found their footing with the album So Excited. Though I’m So Excited wasn’t yet the massive hit we know today, the album also featured a cover of Prince’s I Feel For You, adding to their diverse repertoire.

Their true breakthrough came with Break Out in 1983, which featured Jump (For My Love). The track became a global chart success and the best-selling dance single of 1984. This success inspired a remix and re-release of I’m So Excited, which went on to become a dance anthem, while Neutron Dance—featured in the film Beverly Hills Cop—further cemented their place in ’80s pop culture.

The early ’80s marked the peak of The Pointer Sisters’ career. Though they continued to release albums and tour, nothing could top the success of Jump (For My Love) and I’m So Excited. Despite lineup changes, including the recruitment of other family members, these two songs remain their signature tracks, forever associated with their energetic, dance-floor legacy.