Goodbye King of Pop

Like most people the world over, I was shocked to hear about Michael Jackson's aka MJ's or Jacko's death. I thought somebody was just telling a big, rotten joke. Then, I found out it was for real. I was like-- HUH? And I read on the net and heard over the radio that he died of heart attack. I wondered if it really was the cause of his death or if there was foul play. After all, not everyone is taken by his fancy moves and his captivating music. Anyway, it'd be a topic for another time. Right now, I'd like to share my thoughts about the man known as the 'King of Pop.'

Despite all scandals and controversies he faced, there's no denying the fact that he contributed much to the world of music. He truly deserved his title like no other. He was a rare person who's talent would be long remembered and cherished for generations. He was not only famous in life but in death as well. His memorial service today, attended by 8,750 fans and big celebrities plus an estimated gathering of 250,000 would prove it.

I was in my elementary years when I first heard and saw MJ on television. I especially loved 'Thriller,' which my friends and I used to sing over and over again and danced to the tune of whenever we could. His music was sensational, we thought. His concerts were always elaborate and a hit. Everyone I knew was a fan. After Thriller, his 'She's Out of My Life,' had me totally mesmerized. No revivals of the song could match his version. He not only sang it, but felt it, and was one with it. If you listened to it really well, it was like he wept at the end of the last note. No artist has ever matched that, for me. I also love his 'You are Not Alone,' and 'Heal the World.' The latter was like an anthem for us young people back then.

But like they say, some good things never last. Maybe it just ended too soon. There will never be another Michael Jackson, but there will be his great memory. Today, he was laid to rest at the Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Goodbye, MJ. May you be happy for all eternity.