As the world mourns the unexpected and untimely death of pop superstar Michael Jackson, RadarOnline.com goes back in time to remember the young Michael, the fresh-faced boy with the soulful voice that dazzled us.

See photos of a young Michael Jackson.

Our photos were taken back in the early 70’s when Michael was in seventh grade at Montclair College Preparatory School,  a secondary school located in Van Nuys which teaches grades 6 through 12.

Also check out the “anti-war” cartoon young Michael drew.