Michael Jackson: The Farewell
July 7, 2009
Michael Jackson
Berry Gordy says “The Jackson 5 blew everyone away at Motown Records when they auditioned. He described Michael’s performance as “way beyond its years”. When he did his iconic moonwalk, I was shocked. It was magic. He went into orbit and never came down. “
There was another death today… I’ll Be There which was sung by Mariah (rubbing my fingers together) Carey at Michael Jacksons Farewell tribute today at the Staples Centre. Very touching speeches from Kobe, Magic, but Rev. Al Sharpleton… wow that was amazing. John Mayers rendition of Human Nature was awesome. Brooke Shields still looks amazing, she’s clearly still very emotional, she quotes “… he was caring, funny, honest and pure. He was a lover of life and cared so deeply for his family, friends and fans. He was often referred to as the king, but he reminded me more of The Little Prince”.
The songs have been amazing – Mariah aside. Rev. Al Sharpleton has stolen the show so far, his speech was just awesome, on par with Martin Luther King, he says “It was Michael Jackson that brought blacks and whites and asians and latinos together”. Jennifer Hudsons song Will Be You There was incredible especially when Michael was voiced over at the end. Jermaine Jackson has sung Smile, just incredible and so so moving.
Martin Luther King III and Bernice King, Civil Rights Activists, has both given moving speeches just as their family is well known for. Congresswoman Shiela Jackson Lee came on stage to pay tribute to Jackson. She makes reference to Jackson’s court cases and says “people are innocent until proven guilty”. I must be honest she confused me greatly, however Michael Jackson will be recognised as a World Humanitarian.
Usher took to the stage, telling Michael Jackson he loves him and means so much to him and sings ‘Gone Too Soon’, wearing dark shades so his eyes cant be seen. The first person to touch while singing at his coffin. Very moving when he ended the song in tears and receiving hugs from the Jackson Family. Smokey Robinson took to the stage again to talk about how Michael Jackson sings his songs better than him, he says “… He is going to live on for ever and ever and ever and ever. He has made an enormous impact on people’s lives across the world”.
X Factor finalist Shaheen Jafargholi has blew everyone away with an awesome redention of Who’s Lovin’ You, Michael is quoted to have enjoyed Shaleens original performance which captured the nations hearts at the X Factor finals. Michael Jackson’s tour organiser asked the crowd to join together in singing ‘We Are The World’. The Family and contributors were on the stage while singing We Are The World, and then finished off with Heal The World.
“We thank you. We thank you very much,” says Jermaine.
“A part of you will live in all of us. I will treasure the good times, the fun we had singing, laughing and dancing” – Marlon Jackson
The Jackson siblings hug. Paris, Michael’s daughter, takes the microphone: “Daddy has been the best father anyone can imagine.”
The family is carrying the casket out of Staples center as “Man in the Mirror” plays.
Michael Jackson R.I.P
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- Michael Jackson Memorial
R.I.P Michael Jackson…
