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We'll miss you, MJ.
16 years ago
I've discussed my opinions about Michael Jackson before, but today was certainly a startling end to a life that still had much to give the world.
I understand the allegations against the man, but based on the way he was brought up in this world and the unspeakable experiences he has faced, I've always believed there was more than just the accusations. It's not an excuse, but certainly a reason why he may have needed real help... if the accusations weren't opportunistic bullshit to begin with.
As others have said today, I prefer to remember him the way he was when I watched him on TV in awe, from the early-mid eighties through the nineties. Michael was always something to behold, and I feel bad that his self esteem was so damaged that he had to change himself so drastically just to not see his own father's face in the mirror. I have no doubt that Michael would have still been himself if he had been able to let it happen... even then, I still know he was a beautiful person on the inside.
He's done SO much for music and world- and race- relations. He helped bring people together so many times, and encouraged an attitude of improving yourself and what's around you with your own power. He is and was an agent of change in so many ways. I highly doubt any performer will be able to even come close to his level of appeal and talent and energy.
It's fine if you're tired of seeing these tributes to him, but I promise you it's not over yet. He deserves every bit of memorial, I just wish he was alive to see it.
I had really hoped there would still be the chance to meet him someday, to give him a hug and tell him thank you.
All I hope now is that his children are safe and grow up to be themselves, and that Michael is finally at peace.
...of course, if he happened to come back as a dancing zombie, I'd probably welcome that too. That's saying something, because I really don't care much for zombies.
I understand the allegations against the man, but based on the way he was brought up in this world and the unspeakable experiences he has faced, I've always believed there was more than just the accusations. It's not an excuse, but certainly a reason why he may have needed real help... if the accusations weren't opportunistic bullshit to begin with.
As others have said today, I prefer to remember him the way he was when I watched him on TV in awe, from the early-mid eighties through the nineties. Michael was always something to behold, and I feel bad that his self esteem was so damaged that he had to change himself so drastically just to not see his own father's face in the mirror. I have no doubt that Michael would have still been himself if he had been able to let it happen... even then, I still know he was a beautiful person on the inside.
He's done SO much for music and world- and race- relations. He helped bring people together so many times, and encouraged an attitude of improving yourself and what's around you with your own power. He is and was an agent of change in so many ways. I highly doubt any performer will be able to even come close to his level of appeal and talent and energy.
It's fine if you're tired of seeing these tributes to him, but I promise you it's not over yet. He deserves every bit of memorial, I just wish he was alive to see it.
I had really hoped there would still be the chance to meet him someday, to give him a hug and tell him thank you.
All I hope now is that his children are safe and grow up to be themselves, and that Michael is finally at peace.
...of course, if he happened to come back as a dancing zombie, I'd probably welcome that too. That's saying something, because I really don't care much for zombies.
I can't say I agree much with things he did in the second half of his life, but I give him mad props for what he did the first half :)
Yet another great someone have been lost. *takes off hood and stand still as a sign or condolence*