I’m sad that MJ died. I have memories of growing up with his music as a child. I was sad for Elvis Pressley, Marilyn Monroe, Princess Dianna, etc. These people were a big deal in their communities for different reasons.
Part of me understands and agrees with where this man in the YouTube Video is coming from. We really don’t give our every day heroes enough credit. I think it’s because we take these hard working folks for granted and it’s day in, day out, and business as usual.. ya know?
Over the years it really did look bad the various scenarios that Michael Jackson put himself in BUT.. I’m not going to judge him. I think God is going to be the one to do the judging in the end anyway. Yes, he was accused of child molestation. He put himself in precarious situations when it came to children BUT .. I do not know that he actually molested any children and I think it’s rather harsh what the guy says about Michael Jackson in the video.
I do think we need to honor our every day heroes more. Like our family members, our soldiers in the armed forces, our teachers, our churches, people that volunteer, and even Jesus Christ himself. If there is anything that I’ve learned about life is that you have to treasure each day and the moments that you have with loved ones. Surround yourself only with positive people and try to look for the best in everyone around you.
I also think it’s important to get rid of as much drama as you can from your life too. Life is WAY too short. Life is but a dream. Set the drama to the side and focus on the good. Stand up for yourself and be true to what you see that is happening in this great nation of ours. Don’t be afraid to speak up with truth and dignity. Just be who you are and respect those that you think have earned your respect.
Do you think there has been too much MJ media coverage? I really don’t think there has been. For as big a star as MJ this is probably the norm as far as media coverage goes. That’s just how it is when famous people die.
Yes, its obvious that M.J. had a serious addiction problem (drugs, surgery, boys) and the anesthesia induced naps probably killed him. Yes he was an amazing performer whos mass appeal sold more records and more pepsi than anyone, ever. But Michael was not a musical genius, he was a super talented dancer / singer who hooked up with an equally talented producer / musician in Quincy Jones. M.J used the massively successful colaborations with Quincy to create so much wealth and fame that he could insulate himself from consequence and reality while still remaining super popular around the world, its insane. And now the insanity that consumed his life follows him in death with the 24/7 Michael Jackson news ticker strewn across cable news updating the world with speculation and rumors disguised as “breaking news”. Im hoping that with the conclusion of the memorial service the news cycle will get back to normal and I can watch CNN without being subjected to Corey Feldmens retrospective on M.J’s life. But I guess if the American media doesn’t get its collective head out of Michaels postumous ass soon theres always the BBC.
he he he…. well put Evan!