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Jermaine's Tribute Song to Hit iTunes

'Smile' deal one of many planned by Jackson estate

By Wesley Oliver, Newser Staff

Posted Aug 8, 2009 4:56 PM CDT

(Newser) – The iTunes store has struck a deal to sell Jermaine Jackson’s rendition of “Smile,” which he performed at his brother’s June memorial service, the Los Angeles Times reports. A judge granted Michael Jackson’s estate permission to sign away "Smile," a Charlie Chaplin song that was Michael's favorite. Jackson’s estate is planning deals for other merchandise, including Second Life “tattoos” and a traveling exhibition of Jackson memorabilia, the AP reports.

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Jermaine Jackson sings "Smile" at the memorial service for his brother Michael Jackson. (AP Photo/Gabriel Buoys, Pool)

Jermaine Jackson performs at the memorial service for the late pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mario Anzuoni, Pool)

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Jermaine's Tribute Song to Hit iTunes