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MJ – Gone Too Soon
I never ever had a thought that he could die one day. I was looking forward to his comeback tour. He was ridiculed for his eccentric life style. He was hated. He was misunderstood. His fans went berserk and fainted at the sight of him. His personal life was a mess. But you gotta admit. He had an overwhelming number of fans across the world. They loved him for his skill to entertain people and contribution to music. Its a tragedy that he is not alive to see how many people adore him.
It was very emotional when MJ’s daughter Paris spoke on the stage. Its the first time I saw her speaking in the public. I struggled to keep a dry eye. I agree with Stevie Wonder. He said that God took MJ away because He wanted him more than us mortals. Who knows? MJ might be demonstrating the moonwalk to God and the Devil right now, as we speak.
The first song I heard was Thriller when I was a small kid. I mistook him for a lady. My mother corrected me. She said MJ was a guy and he is a very popular singer. After some years, Doordarshan – the public TV broadcaster aired a weekly show which showcased MJ’s music videos. It was hosted by Javed Jaffery. I think this happened in 1993. His music videos were catchy and good to hear. His persona changes a complete 180 degree when he goes on stage. He was an electrifying performer. I believe that kids usually have some idols whom they look up to and imitate. My friends had Rajini. I had MJ. (and Arnie too)
His nearest rivals were in the 60s – The Beatles and Elvis. But, I didn’t live in that era. So, I will always rate MJ above them. MJ became a legend in the 80′s and early 90s. I wonder who will be the next legend. I wish that someone else comes up to fill his shoes. In the meantime, I am looking forward to hear his unreleased songs, the O2 rehearsals and etc in the future.
