June 25, 2009 will be remembered as the day on which the world lost his biggest pop music icon. Michael Jackson died yesterday at the age of 50 as a result of cardiac arrest.
After being transported from his Los Angeles home to the hospital, the King Of Pop slipped into a coma and was officially pronounced dead just a few hours later. The exact cause of death has not yet been determined, but various sources report that it might be the result of a medicine overdose as a result of his reported skin cancer. The news has obviously come as a massive shock to his fans and fellow musicians. “I am absolutely devastated at this tragic and unexpected news, " says producer Quincy Jones, the man who took MJ's music to the next level. "For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don't have the words. Divinity brought our souls together on The Wiz and allowed us to do what we were able to throughout the 80's. To this day, the music we created together on Off The Wall, Thriller and Bad is played in every corner of the world and the reason for that is because he had it all…talent, grace, professionalism and dedication. He was the consummate entertainer and his contributions and legacy will be felt upon the world forever. I've lost my little brother today, and part of my soul has gone with him.”
Last March saw Michael announcing dozens of comeback shows that were scheduled to take place this July and August at the London O2 arena. It was also revealed that he was working on a brand new album, with help coming from the likes of will.i.am and Akon among others.
To state all his successes would be nearly impossible, and we're quite sure you're aware of the man's impressive career.
The man who brought us the moonwalk is regarded by thousands the world over as the one and only King Of Pop, who, together with his main producer Quincy Jones, added a whole new dimension to pop music over the course of three decades. Albums such as Off The Wall, Bad and of course Thriller proved to be landmark gems that have reshaped the face of pop music forever. His 1983 album Thriller still holds the number one spot as the best selling and most successful album of all time, with over 104 million copies sold till date. The story of his life may be tragic, but there is no question about it that the world has lost a highly inspiring and colorful personality.
Our thoughts go out to his friend and family. Michael, you will be missed deeply.
Comments (1)
EVERY SINCE I COULD REMEMBER MUSIC, I REMEMBER M.J. AND THE JACKSON 5; SO PLZ LET ME SAY SOMETHING GOOD ABOUT HIM. IT'S LIKE HE'S STILL, BECAUSE NO ONE ACTUALLY; WE CARRY THEIR SPIRIT AROUND WITH US.
by MUSTAFA MUHAMMAD | July 5, 2009 6:23 PM