Today millions mourn at the funeral/memorial for our most revered entertainer Michael Jackson. Jackson passed on June 25-2009, almost two weeks ago. His passing is a hard pill to swallow, as I'm sure it will continue to be for a long time to come. I don't know anyone on this earth in the last forty years, that this genius music hasn't touched. It's a rare artist that can make you forget color lines. Someone who can help erase your troubles, and comfort you on those lonely days. Michael Jackson was such an artist.
I never knew the man personally, but believe me when I tell you, I lost a brother and a friend(as did America). In my life Michael Jackson's music was always a part of my soundtrack. The irony of it all, is this, to not have touched or conversed with this man, and to have these feelings that have overwhelmed me for almost two weeks is mind boggling. It truly speaks to the huge loss that the Jackson family must be feeling, and to have this immeasurable void, now in their lives. I pray to God that he'll will protect our first family. For African Americans, they were 'our' version of the Kennedys.
Michael thank you for all that you've given us, your voice, your legacy, your time, your hard work,your dilligence, your dedication, your genuine heart and of course those fluid one of kind dance moves. I'm happy to say that I got to spend time with your music during your journey here on earth. Of course your music will live on. The biggest thrill was that I got to witness your genius in my lifetime. Ive often said it, and I'll say it again ....there will NEVER EVER BE ANOTHER...Michael Jackson EVER! I wish your peace.
You were the greatest singer / entertainer ever Michael. God Bless you Michael. We'll miss you. Rest in Peace.
ReplyDeletegone way to soon i wanted him to sang at my wedding i guess all i will have is the recording at my ceremony R.I.P MJJ
ReplyDeletethnx for always updating the fans about his memorial service..Filipinos love him so much..thnx for the music mj!we will miss u..during the catholic mass in the philippines the priest honor and affirm him for the music he made, his music made the world unite..let us thank the Lord for lending him to us..mj there's a better place than earth "heaven".rest in peace!!
ReplyDeleteFeliciano
to dance like him? wish i had as much talent as one of his fingers... u could add up several hundred artist of the present and u still wouldnt have even half of his talent... only few artists are even worth mentioning because most are just mediocre... Michael Jackson was a legend when he was alive... now he's even more!
ReplyDeleteYou never realize what you've got until it's gone. Sleep well Michael, you left a mark on all of our lives and not many people can say that they have done that. There will never be another who can be even a fraction of what you were.
ReplyDeleteRashad H.
Boston
I am so very very sad that the World has lost Michael. I feel as if a part of my family is gone and my heart is crushed. We weren't ready to say goodbye. You live on through your talents and I know you will be able to rest now, but ohh this is painful to let you go.
ReplyDeleteMicole Terri
Yo kid, you said all that I was feeling. Thanks for being the voice for others. Michael was something to behold. Like you said, it's a hard pill to swallow, to accept this loss.
ReplyDeleteJaheim LeBlanc
I have always been a fan of Michael Since i can remember from a young age and still this day I m still his fan , it was his music that made him what he is , the message in his music really touch or helped pple in somme form of way.
ReplyDeleteno matter what ppl say about him , he was all about his music and the effects it has on others. thats why he is and will always be the King of pop
its sad that the world criticized every move michael made and the world didnt seem to like him ,cause of the child molesting and such which turns out to be false now for sure.. but now that hes gone people start to respect him and buy his albums and such its terrible.
ReplyDeletewe only respect someone once there dead.
rip michael jackson , your music will live on forever
this world without Michael, I can't stop crying........Michael made u feel better about yourself, if only for a few minutes his music transforms me.... the videos I play, but I dare not listen or my heart might explode....I'm not over this tragedy.I have a MJ concert in my ears 24hours a day-can barely breath.. I want that DR to pay for what he did to the greatest entertainer of OUR generation, and MY Life-I would have ripped out my heart and gave it to Michael so that he should live...in pain
ReplyDeleteA beautiful soul tht was tainted frm the filth of this world, u were too pure for tht, God saw ur suffering and took it all off ur shoulders, God is giving u ur rest now. Rest in peace MJJ, thank u for my childhood, even at the expense of ur own, i know u sacrificed yours to give us that n u will never b forgotten for that.
ReplyDeleteI am truely heartbroken, feels like a part of me has died too. Listened to his music all my life, remember being so young and watching his videos. A true legend who's music I will listen to for the rest of my years on this planet. A beautiful man, inside out... RIP. No one can hurt you now. Love always.
ReplyDeleteMichael was not appreciated by the ones who would call him a molester, and talk about his physical appearance's and just badger the man instead of focusing on the great he has done. He paved the way for every single artist after him and he made ways for the videos we watch today ever since thriller. He is finally at peace and living in complete pain free without the worlds critism. He was let down by some of his fans and look at him now. ILY Michael
ReplyDeleteAugustine
Bronx
One the greatest, I wish people would just focus more on his accomplishments. Yes he had issues, some more severe than others. But we all dealin with issues of some sort. The truth is he was a excellent musician who left this earth to soon. I hope people can learn from what happen to him. So his death will not be in vain.
ReplyDeleteI cried and cried when it was offical that Michael passed away. I couldnt figure out why I have been so sad. Then my mom said to me, His music was like a soundtrack to my childhood. She was right, and because of him I got into the music buisness. I wonder how many others were inspired in such a way. I'm just sorry he isnt here to see how many people loved him. I hope he is in a better place.
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Kevin,
ReplyDeleteThanks for another great article. I'm shocked that you let your vulnerable come through, on how you really felt about MJ. I think that speaks VOLUMES about the effect that he had on people in general. What you said here, is how I think most people are feeling. R.I.P. Michael Jackson...you will never be forgotten.
Yrick
Michael Jackson is the KING of POP~~ No one can replace him.
ReplyDeleteI just saw some of his photos and videos that never be released at a website called LovingRich---C O M. It's a HOT place to meet beautiful and wealthy people.
OMG this funeral is amazing, and unfortunately surreal, to see the coffin. I don't want to say goodbye.................ever!!! Michael Jackson I love you.
ReplyDeleteChloe
This memorial has sent shivers up and down my spine and made me sob and the only consolation I can find is that Ryan and Michael are reunited once again in heaven. RIP...
ReplyDeletePaschal
I'm pleased with MJ's memorial. A deserving send off. BET are you paying attention? STEP YOUR GAME UP!! Michael, I will love you forever and always. I hope you are resting soundly wherever you are.
ReplyDeleteMilton
MJ 4 eva! Saw him three times in concert 4 if you count the impersonator at my 7th b-dau party! MJ 4 EVA!
ReplyDeleteAmazingly powerful. I'm a better man having witnessed this incredible tribute. A true superstar. NO Doubt.
ReplyDeleteI've been watching CNN constantly. Such a moving richly deserved tribute. Finally getting the flowers that he so richly deserves. I really appreciate the article that you wrote. You get the sense that you really held MJ in the highest of esteems. God the Jackson family and America.
ReplyDeleteCharrin
Iowa
Really still cannot believe he has gone forever. It is still too stunning to believe. I was not a fan, but he did bring out some rocking rocking tunes. He even touched my life though his music as people I knew always had a MJ track on in the car, or at home. I think that even people who were not his fans he touched in some little way. His music will live on forever.
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M.J
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