Michael Jackson: The Greatest of all Time!

I would like to take a minute here to talk briefly about one of my idols growing up, Michael Jackson. I remember being in my living room at night while my parents were asleep, sitting in my pajamas on the floor in front of our stereo - writing down the lyrics to my favorite MJ songs from the Thriller album.

I must have been only 8 or 9 years old when my mom bought that record. I couldn't stop listening to it. I remember watching him on TV and wanting so badly to be able to dance like him. I had the glove, the socks, and the jacket... all I needed were the moves. I thought I was his #1 fan at the time. I had no idea how many other number one fans he had.

A talent like Michael's is one that will never come around again. He was truly one of a kind and inspired millions around the world. I don't think there is a person alive over 4 years old that doesn't know at least one Michael Jackson song. His music is played in every corner of the world. They don't speak English in all the places they play his songs, but they know his lyrics by heart.

I cannot express the grief I felt hearing the news of his passing. I was truly shocked and really couldn't believe it... I still can't. Today I spent the better part of the day listening to song after song and reminiscing of the things I was doing when I first heard them. I was teary. There has been many great people that have passed in my time here, but this loss has to be one of the toughest to swallow.

Everyone that truly knew Michael speaks of his boyish qualities and his true love for people and want to make the world a better place. I feel really bad for some of the troubles hes had in his life and the cost hes had to pay for fame. No matter what anyone has to say about him, there is no denying that he has changed the music world forever. The man was simply a musical genius!

I want to thank Michael for all the years of entertainment he gave to us all, and to give my condolences to his kids and his family. There will never be another one like you Mike, may you rest in peace.

Here is my favorite MJ song of all time, Billie Jean. Enjoy :)