Michael Jackson

[rojo]

Well, I just had to make a thread for Michael and his music.

I thought it might be fun to post songs sung by Michael that are less well known. Lately I've been listening to this beaut. Sort of jazz, R&B.

I Can't Help It

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He's a fantastic vocalist. Wub!

[methodistgirl]

I grew up with Michael Jackson's music. He is just a year older than I.
He was cute as a little boy singing Ben and Rockin Robin.
judy tooley

[Muza]

so did I. I love his music

[alexiakl]

I was a very very very big fan of Micheal before adolescence, I still like his oldies..

[rojo]

Well gee guys, feel free to round up your fav MJ vids and post them!

Here's something a bit more recent, from Invincible, released in 2001.

Butterflies

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I love the vocals in this.

[Contratrombone64]

ah, the black and white minstrel.

[rojo]

Minstrel? Hmm...

And his song is called Black Or White.

Now let's boogie!

Get On The Floor

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Here is what the late, great Frank Sinatra had to say about Michael-

“The only male singer who I’ve seen besides myself and who’s better than me - that is Michael Jackson.” - Frank Sinatra

Here is what the late, great Fred Astaire had to say about Michael-

“Oh, God! That boy moves in a very exceptional way. That’s the greatest dancer of the century”. - Fred Astaire

“I didn’t want to leave this world without knowing who my descendant was. Thank you Michael!”- Fred Astaire (shortly before his death)

[rojo]

One Day In Your Life

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I'm such a sap. Just a big sucker for songs like this.

Ok, time to dry my eyes, and listen to

Smile

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[Contratrombone64]

sorry but there's something just indefinable about MJ

[rojo]

I agree; there is definitely something indefinable about MJ. Although I'm not sure why you're sorry; I'm not.

Maybe it's this:

Excerpts from MJ's HIStory Tour; the music is form Stranger In Moscow written by Michael Jackson.

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Or perhaps this:

Remember The Time (more well-known, and one of my favs )

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[Contratrombone64]

because I'm trying not to be a complete "b-atch"

[rojo]

Well, you're certainly entitled to voice your opinion, but perhaps you best avoid this thread if you don't care for MJ and/or his music; this thread is a place for kindness, support, respect and love.

[Contratrombone64]

true - but in actual fact, MJ was a very, very gifted performer, extraordinary (even if I don't like his music per se) unlike, um, er, Ms Brittney Spears who has less talent than a gnu's arse.

[rojo]

"There is still much more to come from Michael Jackson." - quote by Michael Jackson from a video presented at the 2008 NRJ Awards in Paris earlier this year. (see clip)

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I hope to be able to replace the 'was' in your post with an 'is' someday soon lol This clip gives me hope.

This thread will be where I will be posting news about MJ's music career. I'm really looking forward to having something to post! When there will be something, I'll be on it. lol

Britney Spears is a fine-looking woman. I actually enjoy one song that she sings; Toxic. The video is very cool, and I find Spears to be very hot in it. Although I'm not gay. Just sayin'. lol Not surprising that she is popular, looking like she does.

I don't like every single song MJ ever did, but I do enjoy many of them a lot, and some Jackson 5 tunes as well. I guess being a funk fan helps; I like to groove lol. Although I don't enjoy every funk tune that exists either; I have a few favs.

Pop/rock/funk etc. music has it's limitations, but basically I enjoy good songs in pretty much any genre. Yep.

I have already stated my opinions on MJ in another thread on this forum, so I don't feel the need to reiterate. Basically, MJ is fantabulously awesome and incredible as a performer; can't be beat except by maybe some of our fine classical and jazz musicians. And that's just because their music is more complex, and therefore richer. lol

I am a big, big fan of both the man, and his music. Go Michael!

[rojo]

Little bit of MJ news.

Last update: 6:32 p.m. EST Dec. 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Dec 22, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Michael Jackson's official and sole spokesperson, Dr. Tohme .... has issued the following statement:

"Mr. Jackson is in fine health, and finalizing negotiations with a major entertainment company & television network for both a world tour and a series of specials and appearances."
SOURCE: Scoop Marketing

Read the whole statement here:

http://www.marketwatch.com/news/stor...%7D&dist=msr_2