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Michael Jackson 1958-2009: 'King of Pop' collapsed at home
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shawilli | 11:50 a.m. June 26, 2009
such a sad end to such a strange man who led such a strange life, he had talent
but it is tragic that he lived so unsure and insecure with himself and everyone
around him. I am sorry that he lived as he did so scared of himself and
everyone, but children and animals he missed out on so much in this life because
he was so insecure and closed off from the real world. Life is for living and
not for hiding from, to die at 50 is so sad, all the fame and adoring fans and
to be known for how weird his life was is pathetic. I liked his music and
admired his talent but he could have done so much more if his life was normal
and he had taken better care of himself. I guess the lesson for us all is to
live life to the fullest and enjoy the journey and to make sure your life is
known for more than what a weird and sad and strange person you have become over
the years.
JAYEG | 12:59 p.m. June 26, 2009
Apparently 'areyouforgettingthis' is unaware that his/her words and
sentiments are fairly bristling with thistles.
Yes...I am aware that many have lived through horrible abuses in their childhoods, and managed to emerge as relatively normal adults...and I say bully for them. They will receive the fruits of their own harvest.
But I sincerely doubt that most people who endured such abuse were also forced into the magnifying glass of public scrutiny at a tender age, and endured this scrutiny throughout their lives, as well as being subjected to so many false rumors about every aspect of their lives.
The Lord alone can righteously judge an individual...because only He can see into the soul.
He will judge Michael Jackson righteously, because only He knows what truly happened, and why.
Just as He will judge us all.
Yes...I am aware that many have lived through horrible abuses in their childhoods, and managed to emerge as relatively normal adults...and I say bully for them. They will receive the fruits of their own harvest.
But I sincerely doubt that most people who endured such abuse were also forced into the magnifying glass of public scrutiny at a tender age, and endured this scrutiny throughout their lives, as well as being subjected to so many false rumors about every aspect of their lives.
The Lord alone can righteously judge an individual...because only He can see into the soul.
He will judge Michael Jackson righteously, because only He knows what truly happened, and why.
Just as He will judge us all.
Talent | 1:00 p.m. June 26, 2009
What a great talent. Who knows what kind of life he really lived? At least we
are talking about him. For all those critics out there: who will say a word when
you die?
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Roshanda C. Bishop | 1:15 p.m. June 26, 2009
Haters will never gain anything, and remember when you haters die we will be
looking down on you to judge badly, Creating judgment on information that the
media hypes, lies, and destroy people .Do not hide behind your hate because you
haters are seen an viewed as hating someone better than you all. Commenting out
of jealousy as a lot of you, folks do. Nobody dances or bring it like Michael,
so I would appreciate if people would stop comparing him to other stars because
there are no comparisons in talent. Moreover, rhythm and soul can never be
mistaken, or forgotten where it have originally come from! I wonder did someone
possibly overdose him to get rid of him because of his outstanding talent, that
was going to be coming back as the final touch. Is it jealousy, that no one can
bring it like he the king! Moreover, a certain set of people should not judge
others when information is noticed on their set of people, for what they have
been about,for decades regarding children and women of color.
roe | 1:30 p.m. June 26, 2009
The problem is that you folks do not like to here the truth regarding your
people judging others.What's up with that?Let's talk about who take
advantage of children;this cannot be hiding at all.Your allowing these people to
make comments about the king of pop,but do not want to post what I am saying.Why
is that because the truth hurts!
JS | 2:08 p.m. June 26, 2009
While it's sad to see anyone die prematurely, life goes on. My question
is, why do we get so emotionally attached to celebrities who don't even
know or care about any of us individually? The way some people talk, you think
a close member of their own family had just died. How many others die
prematurely and never get recognized for their lifes works?
Grow up people and stop living in the past.
Grow up people and stop living in the past.
az | 2:37 p.m. June 26, 2009
Look people can die from a heart problems at any age. There are many more
important things happening out in this world today. I feel bab for the jackson
family, but let's move on people....
CP | 2:43 p.m. June 26, 2009
Have any of you heard the song he did for the movie "Free Willy"?
Remember that show? The song is titled "Will You Be There". Those of
you who are being so judgemental should listen to it. Nobody is perfect. And if
I recall it says in the Bible "He who is free from sin let him cast the
first stone" I see alot of you casting a bunch of stones at Michael, are
you perfect?? I hardly doubt it. I for one will remember Michael Jackson for who
he was an awesome performer and he had a kind heart. I read the article in the
deseret news about what Jimmy Osmond had to say about Michael..now there's
a great tribute! From a friend to a friend. So who's to say that Michael
didn't have friends like I read from somebody's comment. Looks to me
he did.
to thou shalt not judge | 3:01 p.m. June 26, 2009
We judge every single day. It is normal behavior. You make judgments as to whom
you will or will not allow your children to play with and what toys they are
permitted to play with. Would you want a 3 year old to play with a knife?
Well, your judgment and action determines that. You judge whether you will do
or not do a many number of given things again every single day. We have court
trials in which we judge or we would have complete anarchy. Heck you even judge
the posts that don't agree with yours and then post to state so. Again,
what does your scripture state about millstones and children? Would you idly
sit by if you knew a child was being molested because you "don't want
to judge because God is the only one that will judge righteously?" Of
course not, hopefully, because such is nonsense. Christ's example showed
that he did not ignore sin, nor did he expect us to instead teaching us to sin
no more over abdicating all reason to "god will eventually judge."
Naruto | 3:03 p.m. June 26, 2009
Michael Jackson was a good person who suffered from two horrible diseases: Lupus
and Vitiligo.
He will forever live on in our hearts and souls.
His death, however sad, should be a celebration of life and music.
Already reatilers are selling out of his albums, who knows, maybe this one tragedy could play a part in turning around the economy?
Don't believe me? His record sales are through the roof and his legend will live on for eternity.
RIP MJ!
He will forever live on in our hearts and souls.
His death, however sad, should be a celebration of life and music.
Already reatilers are selling out of his albums, who knows, maybe this one tragedy could play a part in turning around the economy?
Don't believe me? His record sales are through the roof and his legend will live on for eternity.
RIP MJ!
Haters | 3:14 p.m. June 26, 2009
Haters are abundant here in Utah, don't be surprised by these peoples
comments, its part of the culture here in the land of the perfect.
judging | 3:51 p.m. June 26, 2009
is a tricky thing...what is it when we hear someone sing and decide that we know
what kind of a person they are? What is it when we decide a person is bad
because they disagree with us? I never liked a single piece of Jackson's
work...not one, and everyone treated me as if I am the guy who killed Santa
Claus. I don't wish for anyone to die but let's don't go
canonizing the guy for dying...he was never so great when he was alive.
re:Michael who | 3:56 p.m. June 26, 2009
right on
wierd military uniforms | 4:03 p.m. June 26, 2009
what's with all the weird military uniforms that Jackson wore?
DMH | 5:02 p.m. June 26, 2009
I am only 10 years younger than Michael Jackson and I have grown up listening to
his music my whole life. It is difficult to come up with a favorite song from
an extraordinary artist and performer. I think that the real lesson that we can
learn from his life is that fame can really damage a very sensitive and kind
person at the deepest personal levels and perhaps change to the point that they
don't even know who they are anymore. I will always remember Michael
Jackson as the man with a voice and talent that can always bring a smile to my
face. He has the most danceable music out there and I will miss him. I am
grateful that he is in a place that he can work on his challenges and rise above
them. I surely want that chance when my time comes.
RE:judging | 5:05 p.m. June 26, 2009
weird your the one that's judging. No one cares if you liked Jackson's
music or not, obviously you are in the minority.
To JS. | 5:28 p.m. June 26, 2009
We get attached to celebrities because we link them to times of our lives. I
grew up listening to the Jackson 5.
Micheal Jackson was so talented. I could watch the video Thriller over and over.
It's too bad he couldn't overcome his demons. There would be more music to love.
Micheal Jackson was so talented. I could watch the video Thriller over and over.
It's too bad he couldn't overcome his demons. There would be more music to love.
Wake up, | 8:26 p.m. June 26, 2009
It must be Judgement Day.
And so many Judges!!!
Micahel Jackson is not even cold and buried and there is all this judgement flying on this page.
We ALL do good and evil in this world.
Like my Grandmother taught me: If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.
And so many Judges!!!
Micahel Jackson is not even cold and buried and there is all this judgement flying on this page.
We ALL do good and evil in this world.
Like my Grandmother taught me: If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.
Michelle | 11:50 a.m. June 27, 2009
It makes me so sad that some people do not respect the deceased. I am sure none
of us personally know him so we shouldn't judge. He was an amazingly
talented musician. He came out and did things no one had ever done before. His
style of dance was very unique and no one can top it. His songs were great. I
pray for his family and children. Rest in Peace.
Jean Baudrillard | 12:43 p.m. June 27, 2009
Welcome to hyperreality.
re:re:judging | 1:40 p.m. June 27, 2009
as are you...which seems to be the point he was making
awsomeron | 6:37 p.m. June 27, 2009
This is America. Strange Is legal. If Strange where not legal the you cold Not
Build enough Prisons to hold the Strange.
A lot of Stuff is way Stranger then Michael Jackson would ever get to be.
This Tragic Death has brought about some "lets walk down memory lane moments and photos. The one I like best is of Mama Case, dressed in a very colorful very cute outfit. The picture shows her more pleasant looking then I remember her.
I remember a really cute, colored boy (we where colored in those days), with a huge Afro. On Eds Show. I remember hearing him on the Radio "live form the Apollo" That sweet high Falsetto Voice that penetrated to your Soul. Someone Special, Very Special.
He lived in his head, and there was a lot going on in his head. There was No Box that he would fit in or be held in. He could make the Boxes want to Dance.
In Hawaii when the Island loses a friend it cries (Rains).
We also say Aloha (Hello, Love and Goodbye). We say Mahalo which means Thank You. We say Mahalo Nau Loa. We also say PAU, which means its finished.
A lot of Stuff is way Stranger then Michael Jackson would ever get to be.
This Tragic Death has brought about some "lets walk down memory lane moments and photos. The one I like best is of Mama Case, dressed in a very colorful very cute outfit. The picture shows her more pleasant looking then I remember her.
I remember a really cute, colored boy (we where colored in those days), with a huge Afro. On Eds Show. I remember hearing him on the Radio "live form the Apollo" That sweet high Falsetto Voice that penetrated to your Soul. Someone Special, Very Special.
He lived in his head, and there was a lot going on in his head. There was No Box that he would fit in or be held in. He could make the Boxes want to Dance.
In Hawaii when the Island loses a friend it cries (Rains).
We also say Aloha (Hello, Love and Goodbye). We say Mahalo which means Thank You. We say Mahalo Nau Loa. We also say PAU, which means its finished.
Momo | 4:21 a.m. June 29, 2009
Too bad that his life style was not in harmony with gospel concepts.
nursesally | 1:40 p.m. June 29, 2009
I am sorry to hear about MJ---however I am getting really tired of hearing about
him on every station I turn to. Other prominent Americans and entertainers have
dies and news coverage has been appropriate---ie---a documentary, or story that
is covered for 2-3 days. Nothing like this. He was no God, he was a good
entertainer who liked to sleep with children, lived in his own little world,
held his own child over a balconey, and seemed to enjoy being a black man who
looked white. He was no hero. Where are our American values. Enough is
enough. May he rest in peace. Now get on with it.
The MAN Michael Jackson | 3:15 p.m. June 29, 2009
I have no problems with the man that Michael became. He lived his life under the
focus of the entire world. Everyone had an opinion about him and very few really
had any compassion for his ghosts and the torments in his life. I for one deeply
respect the man he was, both his nobel side, and his savage side. He is an
excellent example of the Nobel Savageof what it means to be humanand what it
means to LIVE!
Conservative = FORCE everyone to be just like you!
Liberal = Accept those that are different than you.
Conservative = FORCE everyone to be just like you!
Liberal = Accept those that are different than you.
mp | 3:30 p.m. June 29, 2009
"There comes a time
When we head a certain call
When the world must come together as one
There are people dying
And it's time to lend a hand to life
The greatest gift of all
We can't go on
Pretneding day by day
That someone, somewhere will soon make a change
We are all a part of
God's great big family
And the truth, you know love is all we need"
-Michael Jackson from the song "We Are The World"
Set your judgments aside for one day and listen to the lyrics of this song, I think we can all learn something from this man.
When we head a certain call
When the world must come together as one
There are people dying
And it's time to lend a hand to life
The greatest gift of all
We can't go on
Pretneding day by day
That someone, somewhere will soon make a change
We are all a part of
God's great big family
And the truth, you know love is all we need"
-Michael Jackson from the song "We Are The World"
Set your judgments aside for one day and listen to the lyrics of this song, I think we can all learn something from this man.
People, PLEASE | 5:05 p.m. June 29, 2009
Go back to watching your "American Idol" TV show and call in your
judgements THERE!!!
Re: The MAN Michael Jackson | 12:37 p.m. June 30, 2009
"Conservative = FORCE everyone to be just like you!"
"Liberal = Accept those that are different than you."
That's a good one. You have it backwards. Liberals are very accepting as long as you don't question their beliefs. If you do question their beliefs then they can be the most hateful vindictive people on the planet.
MJ knew what it was like to live?? Live in misery maybe. I feel very bad for him, he was obviously a very confused person.
"Liberal = Accept those that are different than you."
That's a good one. You have it backwards. Liberals are very accepting as long as you don't question their beliefs. If you do question their beliefs then they can be the most hateful vindictive people on the planet.
MJ knew what it was like to live?? Live in misery maybe. I feel very bad for him, he was obviously a very confused person.
To mp | 3:30 | 1:33 p.m. June 30, 2009
Anyone can sing some feel good lyrics. Doesn't make them a good person.
mp | 3:10 p.m. June 30, 2009
Yes, but if those "feel good lyrics" can reach millions of people,
then some good came of this man's life.
lht | 9:50 p.m. July 4, 2009
He was an evil, twisted being. I honestly was happy when I heard about his
death. I hope a millstone is around his rotten neck.
alh | 7:01 a.m. July 8, 2009
Truly, you people who are mourning and taking berevement days from work--why has
his death affected your life? I don't understand! Aside fron influencing
some of my musical taste in the 80's MJ has served no purpose in my
education, my life, my career, my family, my kids, my friends--the things that
really determine my personal happiness. He was a mentally sick man who made
great music -- that's it. Get over it. Focus on your lives, your families
and this country!
Eric Moutsos | 4:49 p.m. Aug. 14, 2009
Eric Moutsos said: “If death meant just leaving the stage long
enough to change costume and come back as a new character...Would you slow down?
Or speed up?”
Too bad | 12:55 a.m. Sept. 1, 2009
he couldn't take his music and his fans with him...let the rest of the
world RIP! Ha!
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