With the tragic death of one of music’s most legendary performers still lingering fresh in our minds, I want to take a moment to recognize his talent and the overall message he stood for. Though his more recent years have proved to be a difficult, highly documented and overly criticized chapter in his life, he nonetheless remains a truly heroic and undeniably iconic man. A patriot of peace, even. How he could be so gentle in interviews and then suddenly transform into a supercharged dancing machine on-stage was a unique attribute all his own. I agree with one newscaster’s statement that his name, fame, and music compares with the late and great John Lennon’s. Each and every one of his songs was a hit. And every performance was rock-solid, jam-packed with energy. He shined so bright, and I believe all artists can benefit from simply watching and learning from him. Sorry, I apologize for the scatteration and lack of fluidity in this post…but the news of his passing was so shocking, so stunning, that my brain hasn’t fully processed the event. In fact, I sat paralyzed for at least an hour, eyes frozen on the television screen, as my mom and I waited for the final report on his condition. Unfortunately, as we all know, it ended in a devastating way. But, all we can do is pray for his family–for peace, love, support, guidance, everything. 

 

And also, for Ms. Farrah Fawcett’s and Mr. Ed McMahon’s families. With the deaths of three amazing individuals, it’s hard not to think that the generation of greats is passing. Who could possibly fill their shoes? No one. But, maybe their shoes are supposed to be left empty. Maybe the next wave of talent can use their role models’ footprints as a mere track to follow, a “step in the right direction.” And one day, they’ll plow their own trail. I can’t help but be the eternal optimist. If one man, Michael Jackson, can affect so many lives, I sure pray that the next human to reach the King of Pop’s level of fame will defend the Truth, protect the powerless, and encourage an infinite number of lives for the better. And soon.

 

Pheww..nice to get that off my chest. :-/ Hope this finds you well.. guess we’ll talk soon!

 

Alyson

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