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Thursday, 25 June 2009

Michael Jackson died on June 25th, 2009 after suffering an apparent cardiac arrest at his LA residence. Jackson was arguably the most influential inter-generational musician who broke race, and cultural lines across the world. His 1982 album, Thriller, is to date the best selling album with an estimated over 100 million copies sold worldwide. Despite several legal issues, including accusations of improper acts with minors, Jackson has remained incredibly popular throughout the world. He was poised for a comeback tour before his sudden death with that was expected to re-establish him as one of the few musical powerhouses to have survived generational change.

His music influenced and touched milions of people around the world. What are your fondest Michael Jackson memories? Do you remember the first time you heard Thriller, Beat, Heal the World, Black or White? Did you attempt moonwalking in the mirror to Billy Jean?

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wow
written by Jayne , June 25, 2009

I cannot believe this news!! He was truly an icon. I will put my thoughts together.

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What a sad, sad, sad moment.
written by Ndege , June 26, 2009

I was lucky to be at his concerts on three diverent occassions when he was touring Europe in the late 80s. Man do I love his music! The times he accompanied me through the ups and downs of my live are too many to count. He will Always Be There. R.I.P. Michael. I'm devastated.

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memories of michael jackson
written by joyful , June 26, 2009

my fondest memory is seeing this phenomenal talent at his concert in vancouver. it was either in 1986 or 1987 but it was at a time when the biggest names still did not come to play at this city. i always thought he was a great talent. it really is too bad he didn't seem happy to be black (hence the skin whitening) and had other issues to deal with in life. i think it took away from his talent and good qualities. i pray now for his children & his family. i hope he is now at rest.

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written by mkosakabila , June 26, 2009

Incredible talent.
Thank you Michael for the gift of your music.
RIP.

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Unbelievable
written by msazi , June 26, 2009

Still not coming to terms with what just happened. Life is too short. R.I.P Michael

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The Greatest
written by KenyaChristian , June 26, 2009

No one else comes close to this mans musical genius, even to this day. RIP to the Greatest of All Time.

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my wacko jacko experience.
written by machel the versatile poet , June 26, 2009

as a kid i remember, those days ma late mum used to line my bros n me up to dance to mj's music. whoever wins she'd reward us with goodies she brought from work. the only few child memories i have, micheal was part of. micheal sacrificed his child hood to give us one! thats y i feel burdened . heroes of the play ground. and a perfect hero coz he was un perfect
rest in peace not in pieces. a legend mis understood.

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Wow
written by June Njeri , June 26, 2009

My parents, who were both very religious, were convinced that MJ was a devil worshiper, that his music was evil so they did not allow me to listen to him. But I did. I found his music everywhere I went. And could even moonwalk.

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Goodbye Michael
written by Doris Sadera , June 26, 2009

You are not alone
For I am here with you
Though we're far apart
You're always in my heart
But you are not alone

The late Michael Jackson, 1995.

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From the Economist.....
written by mkosakabila , June 26, 2009

Death of a showman
Michael Jackson made great pop records, lurid headlines and lots of money
url]http://www.economist.com/books/displayStory.cfm?story_id=13919497

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PEACE BE TO HIS CHILDREN
written by JOB from the bibles experience , June 30, 2009

A good man deserves reward for his Work.May his children enjoy and be at peace!

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written by mkosakabila , July 02, 2009

Obituary:Michael Jackson

http://www.economist.com/displ...readBottom