Everyone has a Michael Jackson memory....
What are some of your favorites? Do you remember trying to moonwalk for the first time, dancing to his song at a school dance? What's your favorite MJ memory?
R.I.P. KING OF POP!!! YOU CHANGED THE FACE OF MUSIC!!! YOUR LEGACY LIVES ON FOREVER!!
R.I.P. KING OF POP!!! YOU CHANGED THE FACE OF MUSIC!!! YOUR LEGACY LIVES ON FOREVER!!
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Permalink Reply by Rick W on -
I was 4 years old when the Thriller video was shown on tv. My mom wouldn't let me watch it because she was afraid I would have nightmares.But my mom and dad stayed up to watch it and I crept in the hallwall to watch it. I was so into it that I failed to see my dad come around the corner and he bumped into me. I received quite a spanking that night. But it was worth it.
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Permalink Reply by RoeG45 on -
NiteFlyr2 said:I understand the need to express what is in her heart. Please bare with me as my thoughts flow from my heart also. Thank you!
I am a fifty year old African American woman who grew up in what is now referred to as the "O.C." with 4 brothers. My father worked his way out of poverty and was able to move his family to an upper class white neighborhood so that we might benefit from all this world had to offer. I cannot begin to tell you what it meant to see the Jackson 5 explode into our lives and the collective consciousness of the world! Now we had someone on TV and making headlines who looked like us. Also, someone who had managed to cross the racial lines that had become increasingly broader, and more menacing since the early 60's. At a time when little colored boys and girls were made to feel second best at best, these little boys with dark skin, large afros, wide noses and voices from God brought us hope and a sense of dignity. I cannot express in words the feelings of pride and love the black community felt for these well mannered, soft spoken, good looking and awesomely talented kids. I can only say it was liken to the feelings aroused in Americans when President Obama was elected to office. Only the feelings Michael stirred within us, then and now, brought on by his heartfelt and captivating voice and insane dance moves, touched the very depth of our souls .
When millions of people, from all walks of life, recognize the genius of a little boy and his obviously God given and blessed talent, we know instinctively that he is a gift to us from above. We watched the talented, painfully shy little boy, who was robbed of his childhood, grow into a musical genius with a troubled soul. I and my two son's represent 3 generations to witness this man and his unprecedented talent. There will never be another person on earth to accomplish what Michael Jackson accomplished in the world of music. Period.
As I sat crying for Michael, I realized that I not only cried for the loss of a great talent and a man too compassionate for this time and place, but I also cried over the passing of time. The realization that time goes on without any warning. We assume that the people, in whose eyes reflect our memories, will always be with us. A safe harbor for our past and the continued promise of our future. If not forever, but until we are gone. Because to lose them would be to lose a piece of ourselves. We were punched in the stomach by a gale force wind, suddenly and with devastation, reminded on Thursday, June 25th 2009 at 2:30 pm on beautiful, bright and perfectly sunny California day, that God giveth and He taketh away.
I believe when Michael Jackson spirit left his physical body he was released from the pain and heaviness of this world. He experienced the unconditional love, light, peace and tranquility he so desperately sought while here on earth. I believe he found the joy and happiness of spirit experienced on earth only by very young children. I believe he was shown that his children and family would be okay without him. That he was witness to the millions of people who loved him and would mourn him. He would know without uncertainty that his life, music and message would endure until the end of mankind itself. He would understand that he had completed his mission with flying colors and now he was being allowed to come home. I can only imagine the complete and total joy that encompassed him.
We will cry and mourn the loss of Michael. We will indulge our selfishness and may curse God and ask why? But after we have cried until we can cry no more, we will celebrate. We will celebrate the gift that was Michael Jackson. The music, the dance, the caring and compassionate man who gave so much to so many literally and figuratively. A man who cared as much about the children of stranger's as he cared about his own children. A man who was most happy bringing love and music to millions, often while concealing his own pain and sorrow. We will try our best to moonwalk. We will listen to his lyrics and watch his videos. We will be captivated over and over again by his poignant voice and breathtaking movements. We will understand that we too were blessed to have been alive to witness true musical genius. We will come to understand the price Michael paid for our entertainment and we will realized how we took this talented man for granted.
Thank you Michael. You brought to us a little piece of heaven here on earth. Now it is time for you to rest. A rest that will be short lived I'm sure. The band in heaven has probably already handed you a sequined glove and microphone!
PS To The Haters: First, before espousing your hateful rhetoric, try to remember that a mother has outlived her son and that 3 children have lost the only parent they have ever known. Second, contemplate the fact that over 35 years, and contact with 100's of children, Michael Jackson was accused by only two families. As a parent, I can say that no amount of money would prevent me from pressing criminal charges against someone who molested my child. As a black person, I have no doubt that a D.A. with a grudge would try a person of color whether he was guilty or not. Michael was found not guilty of all charges, why is that not good enough to stop the spewing of hatred? Give it a rest. Perhaps if the haters, who are fixated on the false accusations brought against Michael, spent a fraction of their time talking about MANBA, or the children kidnapped for the sexual pleasure of pedophiles or the abominations committed against children of the Catholic church, they might be taken seriously and one might actually believed they cared about victim's of child abuse!
Excellently put.
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Permalink Reply by Sharon on -
My best friend in elementary school had a crush on Michael Jackson, and I had a crush on Marlon Jackson. We taleked about them as if we really knew them. Each day we would make up imaginery tales of our escapades together.i.e going to dinner with them to having their children. Debbie and I are now 47 yrs old....."those were the days".......Thanks for the memories MJ!!!....
Not to mention....the first time I heard Got to be there, Billy Jean and Thriller!!!....he was a genius.
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Permalink Reply by Rhoyalegold on -
I just love the idea that every time one of his songs would play, EVERYONE had to dance. :-)
His music brings so much happiness to people.
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Permalink Reply by COMMUNITYWATCHNETWORK on -
we must not for get what we are the world stood for. we mentor young artist to keep the tradition,there are children from Africa still suffering. so this holiday season pass the we are the world I report, all over the world from nation to nation. coca cola since you sponsor this event always support your black artist , teach the world to sing again
we need your support also for sports team help our community. we need your vote please nominate from jesus network inc at www.nikebackyourblock.com
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Permalink Reply by nccoco on
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I remember staying up until midnite when they were about to premeire the Thriller video when i was like 8 or 9. I had a coat full of those different buttons w/his pics on them. I also remember the moves 2 various videos. Michael was the best. I'm still in shock, but he is at peace now, I wish they would let him be. He and his music will always be remembered. I truly believe he was a child trapped in a grown up's body. He missed out on his childhood and I think he was misunderstood.
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Permalink Reply by Lanae on
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Indeed, I have a great memory! Every Friday at my grade school was music appreciation day in my music class. We would get a turn about twice a month when the teacher gave each of us a chance to bring in our favorite songs. She would play two songs by two students each friday during class. I just brought in Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson albums EVERY TIME! I loved and still do love Michael Jackson for his music and he seemed to be an exceptionally kind and caring person.
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Permalink Reply by Niecy Harris on
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I haven't listened to Michael Jackson since giving my life to GOD back in 1987. However, what I can say about from what I remember about his music, he never did down grade women in his songs. He didn't call them "b"s, "w"s and other derogatory words that some secular artists use today. So I only wish the ones (secular music artists) that say they look up to him would follow that example.
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Permalink Reply by Lisa-Le on -
Yes LAWD!! I remember trying to the moon walk and almost fell off the darn stage; I guess all that sliding took control of my feet. Too much for me. I will also miss MJ I only pray that his kids and family get the Love they need at this time of bereavement. R.I.P....
Now my all time favorite MJ songs are; Man in the Mirror and Remember the Time as well as Butterfly...
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Permalink Reply by Cristy on -
It was a tradition in my family to watch all award shows each year and the highlight of the night was watching Michael sometimes do nothing!! ( Of course everybody wanted the jacket, some of us had one and others ... well we made us one, LMAO)
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Permalink Reply by Nandi on -
NiteFly2,
What you wrote here was beautifully expressed. You probably put down what so many of us wanted to express but it didn't come out that way. Since this man's passing, I have been on another site where you get paid for what you write(not much I may add) but folks have said all manner of stuff on the brother, and it lead me to pray on some stuff dealing with him and I found out the truth and put it to the light. If I may take a minute. let me express something here. I also grew up as well as my brothers and now deceased sister on the Jackson 5 and we even patterned a group after them and performed before family one Christmas as well. Them brothers were a role model for us all; but I am truly sad that they caught hell for stuff privately. But now, we have this man's life as an example of fame, fortune but also sadness and pain. For that, I feel a serious loss. but it can also serve as a cautionary tale as well.
NiteFlyr2 said:I understand the need to express what is in her heart. Please bare with me as my thoughts flow from my heart also. Thank you!
I am a fifty year old African American woman who grew up in what is now referred to as the "O.C." with 4 brothers. My father worked his way out of poverty and was able to move his family to an upper class white neighborhood so that we might benefit from all this world had to offer. I cannot begin to tell you what it meant to see the Jackson 5 explode into our lives and the collective consciousness of the world! Now we had someone on TV and making headlines who looked like us. Also, someone who had managed to cross the racial lines that had become increasingly broader, and more menacing since the early 60's. At a time when little colored boys and girls were made to feel second best at best, these little boys with dark skin, large afros, wide noses and voices from God brought us hope and a sense of dignity. I cannot express in words the feelings of pride and love the black community felt for these well mannered, soft spoken, good looking and awesomely talented kids. I can only say it was liken to the feelings aroused in Americans when President Obama was elected to office. Only the feelings Michael stirred within us, then and now, brought on by his heartfelt and captivating voice and insane dance moves, touched the very depth of our souls .
When millions of people, from all walks of life, recognize the genius of a little boy and his obviously God given and blessed talent, we know instinctively that he is a gift to us from above. We watched the talented, painfully shy little boy, who was robbed of his childhood, grow into a musical genius with a troubled soul. I and my two son's represent 3 generations to witness this man and his unprecedented talent. There will never be another person on earth to accomplish what Michael Jackson accomplished in the world of music. Period.
As I sat crying for Michael, I realized that I not only cried for the loss of a great talent and a man too compassionate for this time and place, but I also cried over the passing of time. The realization that time goes on without any warning. We assume that the people, in whose eyes reflect our memories, will always be with us. A safe harbor for our past and the continued promise of our future. If not forever, but until we are gone. Because to lose them would be to lose a piece of ourselves. We were punched in the stomach by a gale force wind, suddenly and with devastation, reminded on Thursday, June 25th 2009 at 2:30 pm on beautiful, bright and perfectly sunny California day, that God giveth and He taketh away.
I believe when Michael Jackson spirit left his physical body he was released from the pain and heaviness of this world. He experienced the unconditional love, light, peace and tranquility he so desperately sought while here on earth. I believe he found the joy and happiness of spirit experienced on earth only by very young children. I believe he was shown that his children and family would be okay without him. That he was witness to the millions of people who loved him and would mourn him. He would know without uncertainty that his life, music and message would endure until the end of mankind itself. He would understand that he had completed his mission with flying colors and now he was being allowed to come home. I can only imagine the complete and total joy that encompassed him.
We will cry and mourn the loss of Michael. We will indulge our selfishness and may curse God and ask why? But after we have cried until we can cry no more, we will celebrate. We will celebrate the gift that was Michael Jackson. The music, the dance, the caring and compassionate man who gave so much to so many literally and figuratively. A man who cared as much about the children of stranger's as he cared about his own children. A man who was most happy bringing love and music to millions, often while concealing his own pain and sorrow. We will try our best to moonwalk. We will listen to his lyrics and watch his videos. We will be captivated over and over again by his poignant voice and breathtaking movements. We will understand that we too were blessed to have been alive to witness true musical genius. We will come to understand the price Michael paid for our entertainment and we will realized how we took this talented man for granted.
Thank you Michael. You brought to us a little piece of heaven here on earth. Now it is time for you to rest. A rest that will be short lived I'm sure. The band in heaven has probably already handed you a sequined glove and microphone!
PS To The Haters: First, before espousing your hateful rhetoric, try to remember that a mother has outlived her son and that 3 children have lost the only parent they have ever known. Second, contemplate the fact that over 35 years, and contact with 100's of children, Michael Jackson was accused by only two families. As a parent, I can say that no amount of money would prevent me from pressing criminal charges against someone who molested my child. As a black person, I have no doubt that a D.A. with a grudge would try a person of color whether he was guilty or not. Michael was found not guilty of all charges, why is that not good enough to stop the spewing of hatred? Give it a rest. Perhaps if the haters, who are fixated on the false accusations brought against Michael, spent a fraction of their time talking about MANBA, or the children kidnapped for the sexual pleasure of pedophiles or the abominations committed against children of the Catholic church, they might be taken seriously and one might actually believed they cared about victim's of child abuse!
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