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Michael Jackson has been all over the news, again, the last few weeks, for all the wrong reasons. Another allegation of child abuse has been layed against him.
I don't know any of the parties involved, in any way whatsoever, so my take may be completely wrong. But, I think these charges are bollocks! I recon it's just another childs parents wanting a bit of fame and fortune! Michael Jackson is just getting caught up in it because of the money he has, and his extreme kindness to children, which might border into being politically incorrect. But then again, I don't think I'm allowed to breath deeply without being un-PC in someones mind!
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4/02/2004 3:17 AM
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Michael Jackson, in my eyes, is innocent. People are just greedy and will do anything for money.... and who better to target than Michael Jackson????? As soon as an adult spends a minute too long with a child, he/she is a paedophile.... same as when a male and a female talk for a little long one-on-one.... oh hang on... they're having an affair!!! Back off sicko's..... get a life and have a heart.... how would you feel if it were you plastered all over the TV screens, newspapers, etc????? Think about it !!!
15/02/2004 3:58 AM
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Michael jackson is a kind a nd wonderful person - leave him alone, he's innocent.
17/02/2004 8:43 PM
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michael jackson is a troubled man and should be put in a mental institution. he is a child molestorer
17/02/2004 8:47 PM
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absolutely GUILTY!!!! he is freaky weird child molestering criminal and just like all the other child rapists should be locked up. he has serious issues, and needs to start taking responsibility for his actions and plead guilty not just pay off every child that doesnt keep his sick actions a secret. WAKE UP PEOPLE... would youlet you child stay a neverland????? if you did you may as well be giving youchild away to be raped
28/02/2004 2:49 AM
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MJ is innocent. The kid who was meant to have been molested admitted MJ did nothing!!! It's just some kid's parents who want MJ's money and a bit of fame.
28/02/2004 7:22 AM
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hes guilty look at gi hes a freak
1/03/2004 11:10 PM
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INNOCENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Michael Jckson is the most caring and wrongly accused man in the world he's the greatest living musical legend ever. n e 1 who says otherwise needs their heads sorting out.
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17/03/2004 11:14 AM
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MJ is a kiddie fiddler! They wouldn't arrest him cuz sum parent "CLAIMED" he had sex with their children. There has to be more i.e videos and photos. Police have raided his homes and confirmed they found videos and pics. The pics arnt exactly gonna be pics of him on a average day out r they!! Not only is he a fiddler but he's gay, i havnt heard of any allegation of him having relationships with girls. Anyway which parent in the right mind would say (willingly) their children had sex with him!!! All the people who think he is inocent are just stupid star struck fans who need to get a life, open their eyes and come back to reality! Their is more to life than that prick!!!
23/03/2004 6:54 AM
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listen to his music and then you can really know the truth!
25/03/2004 4:23 AM
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when will you all grow up get alive and relise how stupid and pointless this confersation is just wait until the judge decide
17/04/2004 7:02 AM
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It's sad isn't it. Fans that say Michael is innocent with no personal facts. We all have a public persona that identifies us partially at best. What is evident is the face that michael has chosen to show us has been slowly falling apart. The physical mutilation is only one aspect of his own self hatred. But then he has the inspiration to put make up on every morning thus truely loving himself. Do you think this love/ hate relationship with himself translates into other areas of his life? And why does he have to refute allegations with extra word like "big" lie or "100%" innocent? Then he comes up with a story about how the santa barbara police roughed him up. Come on! This case is under such scrutany. Why michael? Sounds like a "big" lie.
17/04/2004 11:54 PM
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dude's leave him alone, I'm backing him up 100% and always will, he's innocent, and even if it comes to it that he isn't, i'm stilla fan of his music atleast, and a huge fan at that. just back the fuck off guys. He's a gentle, naive, caring man, and just doesn't handle media the right way. love you Michael J
27/04/2004 4:01 AM
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It's hard to understand that a genius like Michael ever could do something like that...I mean...the first rumors was made by the press that Michael slept with yongers! They made it up because that way they earned money! So...is Michael guilty or innocent? Michael and this boy is the only once that know!
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30/04/2004 9:58 AM
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soy el fan numero 1 de michael
20/05/2004 10:32 PM
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INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN INNOCENT
22/05/2004 5:57 AM
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He IS surely innocent.
People get bored and then they begin to make things go wrong,they enjoy destroying legends n mj is the greatest ever.
Hey enough for you , let him be.
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30/05/2004 7:25 AM
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You know what? Any person who thinks Michael Jackson is guilty needs to get a brain! It is so obvious that he is 1,000,000% INNOCENT! Do I need to say it slower? All non-MJ fans are all f******! Who wouldnt like him? All u h8ters need to go to kindergarten and learnh your shapes and stuff. Go learn how to spell and get a life! All u h8ters are in dier need of help. Am i talking too fast for u? Should I slow down? I dont want to hurt your brain. Wait, yes I do! And also u guys spend too much of your time dissin him!Its all pathetic really. All of you h8rs have sick, pointless lives and dont have a purpose on thus earth. Yr spending all yr time dissin talented people and hailing such disgraces as master p and all those losers like Lil Romeo. U guys need to get yr priorities straight. Do you even know what priorities are? Im not gonna waste my time spelling it out for u. Im a 6th grader. Im 12 years old and ive been a fan for 5 yrs. ive also been made fun of for 5 years too. but i dont care. u guys are all the same. u all have the same exact jokes. and ya know why? because there are no more jokes to make? the best joke you guys have is (Q:how are a plastic bag and michael jackson alike? A:they're both made out of plastic and dangerouis for kids to play with) yawn boring! cant you guys get anything better? oh that right ya cant because there's nothing else to say about michael becasuse there's nothin wrong wit him. hes the greatest entertainer in the world and better that anyone else out there. Ill always love mike. Maybe you should be a little more open and find your heart because god knows that you have one. Before you judge him, try hard to love him. Just stop dissin and start understanding.ill promise you that if u get to know mike the way i have then youll love him the way i do.
Innocent until proven innocent!
Love, Franchesca Jackson
1/06/2004 5:25 AM
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Guilty. Come on people, be honest here. He writes songs and claiming "it doesnt matter if your black or white." then, he changes the colour of his skin immediately indicating the fact that it does obviously matter, and contradicting himself. invites kids to sleep in his bed, makes a place called Never Never Land, ... he says he loves kids and theyre like his family blah blah blah bullshit, but have you ever realised that he might be contradicting that too? Look at the evidence. dont get me wrong and everything, im a huge fan of MJ's songs but it doesnt stop me from thinking that hes a screwed up child molesteror. he has issues. he was abused by his parents as a kid. he was completely struck by stardom and fame when he was like 8 years old or something. seriously, thats gotta mess with your head hasnt it? wake up people!!
1/06/2004 4:51 PM
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who else htings britneys spears hot?
1/06/2004 4:52 PM
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Micheal jacksomn is hot and there all lies i just wanna make out with me
1/06/2004 4:54 PM
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IM sorry i meant i wanna make out with him
8/06/2004 9:18 PM
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It seems to me that you guys believe the law is guilty until proven not guilty.
Reasons why I believe Michael is innocent:
1. The prosecutors in this case is bias against Michael. He already falsely accused several people. One of the people he accused successfully sued him for 10 million for bringing false allegations against him.
2. The prosecutor has been caught on tape saying racist remarks about Michael. He also hinted that Michael may be innocent but he is still going to put him away due to some conflicts he has with him owning all the land he has. This tape is an evidence in this upcoming case.
3. The '93 allegations.... All of you believe Michael Jackson paid the boy to keep him quiet. First off, lets get something clear. The boy who accused Michael filed criminal charges as well as civil charges against Michael. Michael said he wanted to get the civil suit over with and paid the boy a reported 15 million dollars. Once the boy received this money, the civil suit was taken care of. But the criminal charges were still ongoing. Once the boy got the money, he was the one to end the criminal charges. He did not want to continue because he got what he was looking for.
4. Why would Michael molest the child right after that British documentary that caused a public uproar when Michael admitted sleeping in bed with children. He would choose to molest the child right there and then? I don't get it.
5. It is a fact that the mother of the accuser went to a civil lawyer first in hopes to get money. But once the prosecutor Tom Sneddon heard about this, he confronted the mother and told her to file criminal charges because she will get her revenge against Michael as well money after Michael is put away in jail.
6. There are more facts but I'm just babbling on and on. Please don't judge a man before you walk 2 miles in his shoes.
19/06/2004 5:49 PM
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why the **** would some1 rape a kid anyway and y would it be mikel jakson thats just wrong
22/06/2004 10:40 PM
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hi!...um i think michealjackson is a good entertainer, singer, and person, i dnt think it is my right to judge a person dat has done nufin bad to me...he has given me faith and made me think of the world and children... now y would sum1 juss go off and do the opposite to wat he is tryin to teach da world?....so yea u go franchesca! show da world wat hes about!
thanx
22/06/2004 10:50 PM
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hi..its me again
i forgot to say... to the people against mj.. dont u ever listen to wat the boy says?.. he said mj didnt do anyfing...and mj also said he didnt do anyfink, so y is everybody going agaist him?..plus skin colour has got nuffin to do wif child molestin so to lucy.. dats out of da Is He GuIlTy qUeStIoN!.and da rest of u's!....but yea..juss dnt think bad of him - he ddnt do bad to u.. it's juss da boys family and mj's problem...not any of ours!
dats all..thnx
23/06/2004 1:07 AM
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Listen, if u judge MJ on what u hear then u r jjust close minded. Why do people alwways say he is a fiddler, just look at him they say. Well all u have to do is look into his eyes and u will see his innocence shine. Maybe he is guilty maybe they have rock evidence, or The accusers r just lying for money, which would make alot more sense. We all know the accusers Mother has been in a mental hospital (1998) and we know that she has a reputation for getting her son to lie in court for money. Why won't the mother let the boy see his father, because the mother is scared that the boy will tell his father the truth.
This family is unreilible and Michael is only guilty from the perspective of the opputunists
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26/06/2004 9:33 AM
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the only people who say that michael jackson is innocent are his fans. You never hear anyone else say he's innocent because they know the truth. His fans are living next door to michael in his crazy self delusional world and they wish for him to be innocent so they can continue to listen to his horrible music. And for the record michael is not brilliant or incredible, he is a self mutilating freak who had his best times in the 80's and then it went downhill from there because he is and idiot. Even if he doesn't molest the children he's sleeping with he should know that his life is so scrutinized that he should be more careful with what he does and says.
28/06/2004 6:55 PM
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his music was so bad
5/07/2004 7:53 PM
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"the only people who say that michael jackson is innocent are his fans"
true, and vice versa, the people who think he is guilty aren't his fans. it works both ways. who knows if he did it or not is the only conclusion i can draw.
9/07/2004 1:47 PM
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Tell me this, why in the world would the accuser say in a straight face that he has never been molested and then 8 month's later claim that he was molested in the time period he first said he wasn't.
12/07/2004 2:35 PM
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I have read all of the comments that you all have made against michael jackson, people slagging him off, people who believe he is innocent, but it has occured to me that most of the people talking about him, are young and don't know nothing about him, why? well not one of you, have talk about his work, what he has done for children. This guy has been around children that are about to die, who have made wishes to see him, he has tried his best to bring us all together, open our eyes, but does it in his own way, through music, what about all of the charity work he has done for children across the world, that are poor and less wealthy than ourselfs, you people listen to the media too much, this is the problem with this world, but what you don't realise is the media is controling your minds, the way you think, they tell you this is what it is, and you believe it. I can't see god giving a special gift to someone, who would later on become a peedafile, a man with all that talent, that love, and all of this time, he has been living to become a peedafile, it seems as if its gone horribly wrong for him.
13/07/2004 12:12 AM
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i just want to say that i saw right through the people who claim he is guilty. your arguments to why he is guilty are so transparent and self sentered that all of you should visit a therapist.
first of all, he never made himself white. he has a skindisorder called vitiligo, and everyone with eyes and brains knows this.
and you call him a freak? who the hell are you to judge and label other people. what makes you think you are so much better.
i hate people who make judgements about other people based on thin air, when it infact is a proof of their own discomfort and lack of understanding and empathy.
you read some half brained tabloid paper and believe it is reality they portray. if you only knew how insanly stupid you are. i would love to have an open discussion with you people about michael and other issues. i would trash you completely. you wouldn`t stand a chance, cause you don`t listen and don`t want to admit you have bad judgement. i have followed michael for 16 years now, and have read and heard all kind of bullshit about him. and it only keeps going on.
people haven`t gotten smarter over the years. they have gotten dumber. and the media knows this. that is why they write their fictional stories, cause they know you will read it and believe it.
well just wait and see when the trial begins and ends. you will feel very sorry and stupid for saying anything bad about michael. and if you don`t realise it then, well your a lost cause. i for sure can`t help you. stupid people stay stupid.
23/07/2004 12:36 PM
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If Michael Jackson is innocent, won't he like all sane people stand up and defend himself? Why does he keep quiet! Surely if he can open his mouth to sing, he can open it up in public and tell people the truth...he can't be that shy....look at his performances.
Come on Michael if you are innocent, stand up and tell the world. What you are being accused of is atrocious. Stop telling people how much you love them and stand up for yourself for once!!!
26/07/2004 5:07 AM
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my freind died in january and i dont now how 2 get the song u are not alone up cos i like it cos it was played wen she was gettin berried
26/07/2004 5:09 AM
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can any body help
26/07/2004 9:50 AM
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MJ is innocent
29/07/2004 3:37 AM
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I KNOW MJ IS INNOCENT. AND I BELIEVE I HAVE A WAY OF HELPING HIM. PLEASE LET HIM KNOW.
7/08/2004 4:38 AM
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8/08/2004 10:04 PM
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Funny. The family claims Michael molested the boy after the documentary aired where they were holding hands and Michael hired Geragos. You mean Michael waited until AFTER people were talking about him and he hired a lawyer? That's like OJ killing somebody while he was on trial.
I'm sorry, but after you read up on this case, and look at the dates and the different stories the family told, this thing is more funny than serious. Tom Sneddon said he was sending out letters to people calling them witnesses just so they couldn't speak. Um,,,, that's either illegal or highly immoral. And why haven't they handed over any evidence?
Michael may be a child at heart and look odd to some, but that doesn't mean he molested anyone. If I was playing poker on this case, I'd go all in that Michael is innocent.
12/08/2004 12:34 PM
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Michael is sooo innocent!! People should think about the good things he does!! And he wasn't innocent then people should help him not hurt him!! For example what would Jesus do?
22/08/2004 3:38 PM
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The people that think MJ is guilty are just bias against his other choices, so he lightened his skin and got a few plastic surgeries .IT'S HIS BUSINESS AND HIS FACE ,leave the man alone. he grew up in the spotlight , no childhood and a crazy/CONTROLLING father. who knows how we'd turn out if we had to GROW UP LIKE THAT. he might be a little different but he is a sweetAND GENTLE man. if he molested anyone he wouldn't admit to sharing his bed. he's 100% innocent and i am behind him.michael if you are reading this i love you!
P.S. IT IS SWEET THAT HE CARES ABOUT KIDS SO MUCH WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE HIM. HE'S IS JUST A BIG KID. HE HAD TO BE AN ADULT HIS WHOLE CHILDHOOD AND NOW HE'S HAVING FUN.
2/09/2004 7:49 PM
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micheal jackson
I feel so sorry for you! My ex-boyfriend used to blackmail me and would call for sex. He would say , come out and suck my dick or I would call child abuse on you and tell them you had sex eith your son, which was a lie. One day I would not listen and he called child abuse on me with those outrageously false allegations: I had the dectectives and child abuse hold me under investigation for 90 days. Also the dectectives had my 6 year old son questioned in the police station. I was in so much fear, meanwhile he got a 17 year old kid from a group home to say I had sex with him so I could get arrested for rape from a minor, then all the kids from the group home blackmailed me for my 64 inch T.V., My other kids even believed it, until I got them on tape. I told them if I give you what you want, will you tell the truth that I never had sex with you. They said yes, Now thier confession was on tape. I then got raped by my x-boyfriend and his friend. I was afraid to go to the cops, firstly I knew they could make up many stories and secondly I was so afraid to lose my kids, thirdly I had no time to waste with the system because I had to make money to make ends meet and because my other son got kidnapped, so I had to look for him in Egypt.
Finally ayear later I told the police, then I got fearful to continue charges and can you beleive they arrested me. Of course when the court date came they dropped the charges. What evidence could the grand jury get to arrest me, there was none. Anyway I found in the end there was a conspiracy where there was a group of devil worshippers giving people on the block a hard time so they could get out of the neighborhood and so they could take over people's houses at a cheaper price or just move in, to get possession, pay taxes and complain the propert was a floaded area, therefore the rent would be witholded indefinatly.After a certain ammount of time in possession they would the house legally.
Anyway they got me out,I lost my home. I cant afford to take care of my two older children
and I'm lucky to have a roof over my head. Prosecuters its not all about an arrest and inditment, It"s about the truth. Child abuse agencies, if anyone loves their kids it,s their parents and if you take the kids away from thier parents, you cause physcological damage to the child. Micheal Jackson do what you have to do to keep your child, no-one in the world could ever love them or have the spiritial bond like you have with your child.
Micheal Jackson I,m going to try to write a movie to show the horrow that is within the system. Maybe we can implement the constituion in thier heart and reawaken truthness, fairness, and the true meaning of FREEDOM once again. I will pray for you and your children and family Micheal Jackson! Ashamed of you district attorney, child abuse and lieing families whom are looking for fame and fortune. You sold your soul and moral standard to the devil.
2/09/2004 7:52 PM
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I'm white as white and Micheal Jackson is INNOCENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2/09/2004 8:05 PM
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Let's get togethe,find evidence to help Micheal Jackson and do a movie for Micheal Jackson. He wrote so much music for us!
11/09/2004 3:34 AM
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hi, um, dont really no wot to say but i just think that im on both sides on this convosation. Michael cud b innocent but all the same be guilty, we will never really kinow the truth no matter ho many times you all argue about it! peace xx
14/09/2004 9:05 AM
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god michael jackson is innocent... people saying he is a bad singer... well at least he can sing! unlike those black people who think their all cool.. christ.. they are a disgrace to music.. michaels black and he is one of the best singers in the world... you's all need to get a life he is innocent and always will be.. you idiots think whatever the bullshit press tell you.
GET A LIFE WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE MICHAEL AND YOU KNEW YOU WERE INNOCENT
LOSERS!
15/09/2004 7:07 AM
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look, i'm 14 years old and i believe u have all gotta let this take its course, no matter what happens, the jury is always right, and so far hes guilty, so stop jumping 2 conclusions and wait!! and including everyone here, if u all argue, how far is this gonna get MJ??????? peace xx
15/09/2004 7:25 AM
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[email protected] hey i jst read what u read n i feel lyk crying i must hav bin rly difficult 4 u! i think what u did was very bave and explaining it all on here is even better. good on u gurl, n that pri*k of a ex boyfriend should never have used you lyk that. no gurl should be used and abused like that. especially one with a child. i agree with you, if michael jacksin is innocent, him and his family must be going through alot of pain and embarrassment, and accusations that are ruining they're status. families that do things like this are just begging for money and fame which is what you pointed out. GO MJ! INNOCENCE! JUSTICE!! peace xx
18/09/2004 8:11 AM
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ALL I WANT TO SAY IS THAT WE HAVE TO LEAVE THIS TO GODS HANDS....EVERYTHING HAPPENDS FOR A REASON...AND IM HERE TO SUPPORT HIM TO START TO END AND ALWAYS WILL!
6/11/2004 1:43 PM
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I’ve read very much about Michael Jackson and I’ve asked myself what’s going on with the world or better what’s up with the people in our world. I simply cannot any longer watch how terrible we behave towards Michael Jackson! That’s why I announce with the following lines a message to the people of the world and hope that we finally begin to understand that one’s doing wrong to that man…
I am really sad that many don’t understand or don’t want to see what this man is actually trying to tell us: ”People look, I show you that I am for peace and freedom, that it’s worth it to fight against famine and poverty, for a world in which many people would feel more comfortable!” I understand Michael in this case also in a symbolic way, because mostly his gestures are enough to express what moves his warm heart. Everybody is laughing at him that he would like to heal the world. But to tell the truth, he was always just talking of a ‘we’! He would then like to do it with us(!). Why does mankind always think in such a negative way about him? Do we have nothing else to do but to be cruel to this person? Has he ever committed a crime that justifies such a humiliation we - the public - are doing to him? Maybe because he had operated his face like thousands of other people in this world? Maybe because he’s the biggest pop-star of all times? Or because he tries to live differently, the way HE would like to, because he feels more secure in the company of children and animals? Is it this that allows us to treat him as he was the freak of nature? I have the impression that we, with our spurning make Michael Jackson the figure of fun of the century. Is that our expression of thankfulness for his music, with which he delights us and makes us richer now already since nearly 40 years???!!!
Sure, it’s easy to attack and mock at something or someone one doesn’t understand or doesn’t want to understand, just because it’s ‘in’ to run him down. But before we are laughing at Michael Jackson, we all must put down our mask and ask ourselves seriously why he is doing that, why he slips away from the grown up’s world and flees into his own world in which he is surrounded by children and animals - why he seems to be eccentric. There’s much more behind it than just wanting to catch up on his childhood!
I think for a long time Michael has lost his trust in the adults. Everybody who meets Michael swears him his incredible love and adoration. However the sad truth is that everyone who gets in contact with him wants something from his personality and may it be just so little.
Business people only see the money they can earn with him, tabloid magazines always just want new headlines and even his insatiable fans are not excepted – even when they just want to see him, for Michael this always means: to give, give and once again give! But among children and animals he is together with living beings whom he gives love and also gets it back in the same way! No fan could do this, everybody should be so honest towards himself to confess that. Because with children and animals Michael doesn’t need to have any idea at the back of his mind: “Well, what do they want now?”, or “Can I trust this person?!”
I think Michael personifies the wish and the will to maintain harmony and peacefulness in living together. There it’s just too understandable that he denies himself from our so false world! But nevertheless Michael has done so much Good to the world and nearly always he got a kick in the backside. How many abuse him with “Wacko Jacko” or child molestor and forget that they don’t even know him and just hear it from other people which are only interested in the hottest and most disreputable stories about Michael Jackson. How naive and coward to run somebody down who is not standing face to face to you and is so unreachable for us ‘normal people’! One thing is sure: the music field is a hard business and also requires negative headlines that are good for publicity so that one is talked about everywhere! In spite of that no other star is being so much jeered at and laughed at! We mustn’t tell the world that Michael is a child molestor but bring them near that he is a good man; a man who of course also has failings like you and me. One of his biggest is to gobble up all his sorrows, to blame himself in most cases and run away what for example made him believe that he had to get his nose operated. That’s very sad and shows how sick his soul has become. Like ours it also longs for affection and safety! We mustn’t see Michael just as an amusing object of mockery, we should never forget that in spite of all the idolization by his fans, all his surgeries and all of his behaviours, he’s still a human being! A creature witch feelings just like you and me! And only because we nearly can’t imagine how one can live like Michael Jackson does, we’re not allowed to kick his human rights and treat him like a piece of cattle! Let us first begin to understand him! I know that all this machinery around Michael Jackson also often promotes his idolization that leads many people to the opinion that he sees himself as God and doesn’t know where he’s coming from. But even here we, as the public, are not totally innocent, when we first just think about how unlikely it is that somebody walks up to Michael and tells him how horrible he thinks he is. Most of the people, no matter if fan or not fan, are so fascinated if they just see ‘the’ Michael Jackson that they cannot say a word and just stare at him or go absolutely crazy as if he was a living God. Ah, so suddenly a God, yet? Don’t let us fool ourselves! Michael Jackson is a kind of God; a myth you can say, with whom everybody in this world associates something, may it be through his music or through all the rumours or his way of life. Don’t you think he feels what the people suppose him to be when they’re staring at him every day and nearly everytime one tells him how much he/she loves and idolises him? And: who from most of the people of the world today would still be interested in a Michael Jackson who wouldn’t be something like a Pop-God in everydays talk with most spectacular performances and excentric behaviour? That is once more an evidence how bad we people really are. I think we finally have to put our blue-eyedness aside and show Michael Jackson the respect he should have deserved a long time ago! With this I don’t mean to see him as faultless and as the rescuer of the world, but to appreciate and honour him for what he’s doing for this world. How many pop stars found organisations and donate money for several causes. But Michael instead day by day visits sick children or animals to make them happy; not to assure his image as a pop star, much more because it makes him happy to see the shining eyes of these ill beings when he can bring a light in their hopeless fate with his visit! Meanwhile he makes music in the first place to unite people and music cultures; to make the world aware what’s happening around us. He cares for the beings for whom hardly noone else shows interest because they were pushed aside to the outside of our cold society.
Look in Michael Jacksons face and you will only see what showbusiness has made out of him and his soul over 40 years. But look in this man’s eyes and look after his inside values, then you can very quickly find out what good intentions he, who seems so excentric to us, really has. So often he gives us messages through gestures, songs or poems which remain nearly everytime unheard because we are blind and don’t recognise such quiet hints anymore. I want to say to all of you: open your eyes and ask yourselves this questions, start with yourself! What right do you have to build us an opinion about Michael Jackson and to judge him or even want something from him? Already he gave to you and the world so much with his music, and personally he did never do harm to anyone! Who are you that especially with this man you forget your humanity?! Those of you who now think about how rash they always judged about ‘the’ Michael Jackson in the past, have just awaken a piece of humanity in themselves and for the first time used their heart and brain!
6/11/2004 1:44 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Thank you dear Unknown…
Reading your letter I had to cry in thankfulness. For that there’s a man out there who understands me. Maybe there are more. If I may I’d like to write some sentences to the people of the world. Sentences you will never find in your newspapers, because for that they are not spectacular enough.
Dear people, I would like to ask you a question – the question WHY. Why is there so much poverty in the world? Why so many wars? Why so much torture and agony? And why must children die and innocent suffer? I don’t understand it. Do you understand it?
I want to help. I want to make people happy, and may it be just for a moment. That is what gives my life a sense. Don’t you understand me? What did I do that you judge me? Are you really envious of me? You don’t have to. I wouldn’t wish you to be me…
Maybe you just want me to confess my ‘guilt’:
Yes, it is true, I do love children! But not the way you want it to be. I love them from the bottom of my heart. Because children don’t make wars. Children have never hurt me. It makes me happy to look in their shining eyes. Is it a crime wanting to be happy and want to make others happy? Many of them who visit me are going to die soon, of cancer or other terrible diseases. I won’t let you forbid me through your arrogance to give them just one happy day!
Yes, it is true that I had plastic surgeries! Do you know what it feels like?! How often did I have to wake up in pain! How often I didn’t know what would expect me when I look into the mirror! How often did I cry when I did it! Don’t you see that I’m punishing myself for that I cannot cope with my face – and with myself! Why do you also punish me for it?
Yes, it is true, once I was black! You get darker in the sun and get admired for that. But I am sick and you hit me for it. The sun you love so much can kill me. In former times I loved to be outside in the light, too, now I can nearly only go out at night. And you make your fun out of it. If I hadn’t become the Michael Jackson you know today, then I would also be like that: I would be a white black with curls and a thick niggernose for which everybody would tease me. Well, now you tease me because of my little nose. Maybe I would already be dead because I couldn’t protect myself so good as I can today. Would you prefer it when I was dead? Or when I had never existed? But then you wouldn’t have my music! Would you like to do without ‘Billie Jean’?! My music you love though, don’t you? Just not me. But I create the music to make you happy.
You torture me with your disgraceful words. Words can sometimes hurt so much more than punchs. Often I sit in an edge and cry. I ask God for what I have to suffer, what a reason I’ve given you. Cause I never did harm to anyone. I am afraid of you ‘cause you’ve hurt me so badly. And I don’t even defend myself. I simply hide behind my masks. Oh, how I hate these masks! Under them I can hardly breathe. But I have no choice, it’s the only way to protect myself. But you don’t like it when I protect myself. You’d prefer to kick a defenceless man in his face. but this favour I won’t do you. I don’t need to be ashamed for anything I’ve done. And as I can see at you, dear Unknown there are people who understand my message.
My friends and me, we don’t go into the war with tanks. We come with sunflowers to all of you even though you laugh at us and snap our flowers off. Maybe you will understand not before not only the flowers but the whole sun goes out. With my music, with what I do I would like to bring a light into the world. But is it necessary that I kill myself until someone believes me? And until someone believes me that I just want to do good things and that I suffer from your hate? But then you would be outraged: “And the children?!” Particularly you would say that, you who would love the most to take my children away from me. You say they aren’t my children. You say I couldn’t educate them. How do you want to know this?! And is it important then what blood is flowing through their veins when I would die for them? Your jealousy and your hate make you blind for what love means.
You don’t know me, nevertheless you have already judged me! You, those reporters who hammer me at the cross in the morning, you listen to my music in the evening! That is not fair! You are not interested in what you write if it just attracts readers and causes headlines. But my name is enough to attract the people. Why is it always necessary to denounce me? Why don’t you write something positive, there you wouldn’t have to search so long! Why do I have to be ‘Wacko Jacko’? Can’t you see that the only one I’m hurting is myself?! You hunt me like I was a piece of cattle. Isn’t there anybody who sees that I’m also a human being?! Where do you have your heart? Where do you have your mercy? Where do you have your love?
If just one out of ten people who get this letter tries to understand me, already then my life is it worth being lived.
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 1:45 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Millions love him. There are some, who slander him. They simply don't matter. Because the creator makes his works to those, who understand and appreciate it. Sometimes I become sud, when I hear an MJ-fan to answer the question: "Why do you like Michael Jackson?", to answer:"He is cute" or "Well ... he is great!". Many people want to know the reason why Jacko's fans are devoted to their idol. I'll try to explain why I appreciate him. It won't be a mistake, if I say, that Michael is the most eccentric human (or he is an alien) on earth, for whom I ever heard. He never suffered from prejudices and stupid norms, he never lived in boundaries. Instead he always did the things, which his own heart, mind and feelings tell him. His personality is so free, that he already stop to be interested on what anybody says about his strangeness. He never tries to hide or suppress his feelings. Always is open to the last degree. Maybe that's why people think about him like a man with a woman's soul. While in reality they are not at all less sensitive than Michael, but are less compassionate, lovable, and the things which are missing are the honesty and the openness. More of them more or less have put a mask on their face and want to look with it hard, cruel, uncompromising, invulnerable. The reason for this is that they are afraid of their kind and sensitive nature which they want to hide. Do you know the musician Michael Jackson? Whatever people talk about him, his music was never bordered with the mediocrity. It was never bordered even with good music. It has always a place among masterpieces. Choose a silent midnight hour and listen to a song sang by Michael. I anticipate the thrills, which you will feel all over your body, when you will understand the deep sense of words, which they tell about your human problems. Like they are taken from your heart. Then you will feel, that Michael is your closest friend. Hear the music - magnificent harmony of thousands of sounds and instruments, so exubenant and masterly written and composed. In you will be born the desire to listen this melody again and again. You will understand that you actualy like Michael. Now listen to his performance - you will feel the frankness emotion, the fine, which Michael feels in his arms, in his feet, overcome by the rhythm, the excitement in his voice. You will hear exclamations, which came straight bring up music, which overcame his whole being. If despite all you can't accept his songs, then watch him how he dance. That is not just a dance. This is a magic. Michael move every centimetre of his body. "The beat" of music so much penetrade into him, that he is able to play before you the most amazing, the most beautiful, the most unusual dance. He makes you feel, like soon out of your mouth cirtainly will come out: "Good Heavens, how he is doing all this, why he is a human like me!". If you have the pleasure to see a video by Michael Jackson, you will be convinced, that the impressions, which he will leave in you, are indelible. They are like a little adventures in our lives in each one of us. I myself always have loved people, and I always have wanted to make them happy. But I can't. I neither have the resources, nor the gift to make that possible. But Michael have. He possess everything, with which he can make people happy - money, charity, talant. And he is gaving away. To all of us. He has the thing, which makes him the famous Michael Jackson. That, which makes the whole world talk about him. He excites all of us, even because you sharpen your attention, when you only hear his name. Leave aside any plastic songeries, rumours and separate from Michael that pearl, which is called talant. And let this dazzled you. The pleasure which you will feel is realy big. He is putting aims before himself and with the price of his own dedication gain him's purpose point. He is the only one, who made me to look deep inside and to ask a question myself: "Where am I? What I am doing? Who am I?" Michael is forgiving to all of those, who can't understand him. Genious is that's why a genious - 'cause he is different, difficult to be understand from those who are not moving even a step forward, to change this selfmisunderstanding. God send him to our world to bring joy and happiness, to speak His messages through music. Maybe Michael is His personal favourite angel. Let's pray that He will be giving Michael everything which is needed for his mission on earth forever. Respect
6/11/2004 1:46 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
he gives his time and heart to help children around the world.Mj have revolutioned the music.He’s a genious, a living legend. And a legend never die…
6/11/2004 1:46 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson is a truely amazing person, who has captured the hearts of so many people all over the world. He is the most famous entertainer that ever lived and probably ever will live! He is the best selling artist of all time! Sadly Michael is now judged by his changing appearance and not by the quality of his music. It only seems to be his loyal fan's that see through the constant accusations and insults of the media. Michael himself has said many times that it is this undying support that gives him the strength he needs.
6/11/2004 1:47 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's one of the best person in this world.He is simple and natural.He's naturally good.He's a genious,a living legend.Micheal represent brillance,innocence,magic, wonderment,and purely love.He do everything he could to help people in needs.He's just a charming and adorable person.He deserve nothing but r-e-s-p-e-c-t and he's very courageous because even if he's attact by the medias,he still hold his head up.I admire him as a person.If everybody could be like him, the world would be better.His personality is so strong and wonderful , that's make him beautiful. He's shinning !! The world is now a better place because of him.He have the ability to never stop healing the world! No one can top Michael Jackson !! People who believe the medias are blind and ignorants.Michael Jackson is an intelligent men.He's a genious.
6/11/2004 1:47 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Almost 40 years laterr - Michael is by now the most famous man of the world - he still cries bitter tears inside when he thinks back to these times:
"But I am the product of a lack of a childhood, an absence of that precious and wondrous age when we frolic playfully without a care in the world, basking in the adoration of parents and relatives, where our biggest concern is studying for that big spelling test come Monday morning.
(...) But what I really wanted was a Dad. I wanted a father who showed me love. And my father never did that. He never said I love you while looking me straight in the eye, he never played a game with me. He never gave me a piggyback ride, he never threw a pillow at me, or a water balloon. But I remember once when I was about four years old, there was a little carnival and he picked me up and put me on a pony. It was a tiny gesture, probably something he forgot five minutes later. But because of that moment I have this special place in my heart for him. Because that's how kids are, the little things mean so much to them and for me, that one moment meant everything.
But behind the stage Michael cries. The little boy who's not yet 10 years old hardly can bear to see all the other children playing outside while he has to work hard for his success. His father Joseph is a hard man who does everything to guarantee the brother's success. He beats the children. And he'll get his success - unfortunately it costs the joy in the soul of his most talented son. Michael suffers more than the others under the strenght of his father. He's so afraid of him that he really starts to regurgitate when he just sees his father.
Michael has to grow up faster than every other child. All the responsibility for the family's success lays on his tiny shoulders. That's why even his once carefree shining childeyes sometimes lose their smile...
6/11/2004 1:48 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Have you seen my Childhood?
I'm searching for the world that I come from
'Cause I've been looking around
In the lost and found of my heart...
No one understands me
They view it as such stange eccentricities...
'Cause I keep kidding around
Like a child, but pardon me...
People say I'm not okay
'Cause I love such elementary things...
It's been my fate to compensate,
for the childhood I've never known...
6/11/2004 1:49 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael is a child at heart and believes in being pure. To some it may be poor judgment, but he's so giving and caring. He has a good heart and wouldn't hurt anyone, so why should he change? Please blind people with closed mind...get some strong arguments because you look stupiud when you are trying to speak about Michael !!
6/11/2004 1:50 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson has become a legendary figure in the entertainment industry not only for his unparalleled popularity and his unprecedented talents, but also for his humanitarian and ecological commitment. The following listing of his nearly lifelong commitment to children and children's issues does not purport to be complete, but is offered only as an attempt to detail some of Mr. Jackson's charitable activities. The author welcomes the help of any reader who has information pertaining to Michael's charitable efforts which is not listed herein. (Please email me at [email protected])
In compiling this summary, it has become abundantly clear to this author that Michael Jackson routinely and seamlessly combines his love of performing for his fans and his unconditional love for our ill and needy children in his touring plans. Rather than just handing over a check, Jackson gives these children something much more valuable -- his time and his attention.
November 1996
During scheduled tour stops in Brisbane, Australia, Michael Jackson visits the Prince of Wales Hospital which houses children suffering from assorted ailments, including cancer, heart trouble, asthma and tumors. He signs autographs and distriutes toys to over 75 children, spending hours with the kids. (Source: Press Release by Burson-Marsteller)
Michael Jackson visits a children's hospital in Sydney prior to being publically feted by Sony Music honoring his sales (exceeding $75 million in Australia) at a reception held in his honor at the Opera House. Again, reports state that he spends over two hours speaking to the children, signing autographs and distributing gifts to each child. Reports also surface that Michael had committed a portion of his receipts from his nine Australian performances to "The Smith Family", a charity dedicated to feeding the needy. (Source: Michael Jackson Internet Fan Club Field Report from Swa, Shaz and Ian McKee)
Michael Jackson grants American news magazine, American Journal, permission to accompany him for two weeks on his tour itinerary. Phenomenal footage narrated by Les Trent depicts Michael Jackson's visit to "Starship," a children's hospital in Auckland, New Zealand, following Jackson from room to room as he speaks to each child, leaving each a toy and autographed photo or cd. In answer to Trent's question regarding how the children's faces make him feel, Jackson touches his chest, replying "It touches my heart." Jackson is also shown backstage just moments prior to his sold out performance, comforting Emily Smith, a shy, 13-year-old cancer victim. He welcomes her to the "shy club" while holding her in his arms and ruffling her curly hair, then poses for photographs with Emily and her family and rushes off to prepare himself for the show.
In Bangkok, Thailand, Michael Jackson is shown visiting an orphanage and a school for blind children. At the former, he leaves a donation of $100,000 American dollars as well as distributing toys and gifts to children at both. An orphanage spokeswoman comments, "They don't know him as a pop star. To them he is just a very nice man who came here to offer hope." Jackson later performed to a crowd estimated at 40,000. (Source: American Journal news footage)
Bombay, India -- 85% of the $5 to $6 million ticket receipts from one concert is slated to go to he Shiv Udyog Sena to help create jobs for 270,000 young people in the state of Maharashtra, of which Bombay is the capital.
6/11/2004 1:50 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Some People are wondering,how michael jackson ,after these allegations against him,still have a lots of fans on his side,well i'll tell you what,MICHAEL JACKSON IS A AMAZING AND ADORABLE GUY,he's smarth, and he's a very sensitive man.These people,who wondering this,are just ignorants and they close their minds,they don't try to understand him,because if they were taking the time to understand michael and to love him....they would see that he's a FANTASTIK MAN!! A LEGEND,A LOVABLE AND PUR PERSON!!He HAVE GIVE IS LIFE TO HIS FANS,all is life,he give to his fans love and support,now,its our time to give him love and support.HE will win !! He's a winner anyways!
6/11/2004 1:51 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael represent love, respect deepest kindness,its not only opinion, its fact!
6/11/2004 1:52 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I want the world to know that i stand by Michael Jackson as he goes through these dark times and im sure the truth will bring us all to the light,because he’s a wonderful man,a genious.I wonder how people could treat him as if he was a criminal!! They JUST CLOSE THEIR MINDS,ALWAYS…Michael is a SHINNING PERSON,he’s magic…. He’s absolutly great,I mean ,he do everything he could to help people in needs! He have is own style. Maybe he’s a special guy, but THAT’S WHY PEOPLE LOVE HIM,THAT’S WHY HE’S MICHAEL JACKSON,the king of pop.He is strong and he have a beautiful personality. Since he was young , he always been this special guy,the one with is own style…Michael Jackson have revolutionned the music and I think he deserve more then that. But one thing that I just CAN’T STAND, its : the F**** medias. They are so stupids, they exagered everything!!!!! They act as if Michael was A MONSTER !!! you have to know more Michael to understand him,if you don’t know…then SHUT UP ! The fans who support him around the world,know him,that’s why we understand him,we know him and more then everything,we know the true : MJ IS INNOCENT ! He gives so much for this world,he just want to have a normal life,to enjoy his success,and I respect that. LEAVE HIM ALONE !!!!!!!!!!!
Yes,im gonna support him.He deserve R-E-S-P-E-C-T from all of us.He have fans from all over the world,who know that hes innocent,who cares for him,who loves him for is person.WE LOVE MICHAEL JACKSON,THE KING OF POP !! What do you make of all the great musical success, which michael produced for us lasting all these years?????????Think about it....before judging, take time to understand the person.Don't act as if he were a monster,don't treat him like a criminal,cau'z he's innocent and he have done so much for us.Michael is marvellous, for a lot of people in this world. PREJUDICE IS IGNORANCE!!
6/11/2004 1:52 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson
The King of Music
The world's greatest entertainer.
History's greatest humanitarian.
And as he will prove, this land's most innocent man.
6/11/2004 1:53 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's not worried because he's innocent. He is very strong
I really think that he deserves more respect...!!
6/11/2004 1:54 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Dear Michael.
I am really sorry you are having to go through this horrible mess again. I know you are strong and will get through this even stronger. Life throws us curves when we least expect it Michael, yet we seem to survive them and come through every one even stronger. You are far from being alone and I know you are aware of that. Your fans, family, and friends will continue to be with you and at your side, and all of our prayers will reach Gods ears, and he will see you through this. Keep your faith Michael...You Are Not Alone....
6/11/2004 1:54 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Hi Michael! In this time of need I really want to express my hearts warmth feelings for you. May god go before you in these very trying times. God will see you through. Sometimes we face trying time just to show the world and whom may not know us, just how strong of a person we really can be. So Michael I wish you all of god blessing that he has in store for you.God will see you and you family through it. I love you Michael! I have always look up to you in a very inspiration of how a human being should be in this life. May you continue to be strong. Once again I love you Michael. From a unknown fan
6/11/2004 1:55 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I'd say your a good man, a talented man, a man that sees the beauty and promise in the hearts of children. I myself rest all... and only hope there. And I'll say, they gather around you...the wolves that cannot understand, the lost without hope...those that rarely look into a child's eyes and heart. You're a man that has touched the souls of many...and in a gentle and positive way...The media has always failed...and it has failed once more. and has chosen to grasp like the shark, the blood that falls from a wound that is false. Endless years of reaching, of profound creativity...and of true and dedicated concern for children and for all...have failed to find the newsprint......so much fort
the media....I'd rather watch Michael Jackson sing or dance then see the lying news. Keep singing Michael...and dance as you always have...your heart is a rare and special wind...meant to take many...far and away.
6/11/2004 1:55 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael seek the Lord and he will guide you to your perfection. Don't let this bring you down. God has blessed you to bless others and Satan arise all the time to knock you down. I pray every day that these accusations are not true you are my hero and stay strong in the coming months you will need all the strength and friends in this hour of need. I wish I had the chance to talk to you personally and let you know someone still belives in you. A fan and friend forever. I will pray for you.
6/11/2004 1:56 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
micheal i surport u 100%...only blood suckers after u...bring them down first before they bring down...peace
6/11/2004 1:56 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
To Michael Jackson
I just finished watching a show about your life on VH1. It had
a profound effect on me. I feel a need to write to you and pray
that you receive this. I hope you know just how many people
believe in you and love you. I'm sure you've touched the lives
of countless people and children who needed it. You are so
misunderstood! People think the worst, shame on them! But, I
understand you. I'm a 30 year old mother of 3 children, a boy 11,
daughter 9 and another boy 5. They are my life. I never got to
be a child growing up. I was abused and neglected. It was awful. Your music helped me!!!!
I was 9, and my class danced to 'I wanna rock with you' at the Tulsa State Fair. It was awesome. One of the rare times I had fun as a child, and your music was part of it. I play that song all the time to this day. My children know all the words to it and many of your songs (and other songs I loved growing up) Music was all
I had growing up, I had no toys. My radio stayed under my pillow
and I would sleep with it on. I had dreams of being in your videos
because of listening so much (haha) Of course I also liked the other
popular stars, but you were and still are the best. Its so neat to
see my children enjoying your past and present music. Its immortal!
My children are very loved, quite spoiled actually (well, as much as
my husbands meager income will allow) we are a loving family.
I also put my kids to bed with stories and a bedtime snack.
It IS charming and sweet! You are right Michael, most abused children do not grow up to be abusers. That is a copout and excuse. I, like you, are MORE loving and kind because of the way I grew up. One time my daughter had a friend over, and we all stayed up all night, it was fun! At 3 am we decided to go for a bike ride. A cop pulled up and asked if a parent knew we were out so late. He didnt see me til I stepped forward and said I was the parent. He got a big kick out of it and said more parents should be spontaneous and fun.
I'd tell you specific instances of bad things I went thru growing up
but I'm sure you can just imagine... it was no fun and had a
permanent effect on me. I am 30. I never had a childhood. If I
had as much money as you, I'd have my own Neverland... I completely understand why you are the way you are. I see nothing wrong at all with the way you are and think that people are only out to twist things and hurt you. You don't deserve it and Im so sorry its
happening to you.
For the record, I have never seen you look ugly in any way (ok
maybe the mug shot was, haha...) but seriously... you have always
been a beautiful person. You have just tried to show love to so many children who needed it. I hope you are vindicated, and soon! All of us true fans will be supporting you and rooting you on. No matter what. I just wanted to reach out to you and offer support. I wish I could give you a hug, not for me, but for you. You need hugs too! Right now more than ever, you need love and support. Consider this a (((HUG))) Michael!
Tonight, when I put my children to bed, they will get an extra tight
hug, because you have once again reminded me how special my
children are. All children are, and should be treated as such. Thank you Michael for bringing sunshine into my isolated childhood
and for more sunshine as an adult, you continue to inspire and
entertain as NO OTHER ever can! Others are great and come and go, but you are forever!
6/11/2004 1:57 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Dearest Michael,
I heard you wonderful brother's interview on FOX TV.
He touched me with his words. I understood completely what he was talking about, when he said you were in " another place".
You are an evolved soul. I always knew. You have"knowingness". He was right,it is like being christlike. You are christlike. Not like a wacko. Or that I am a wacko for saying.
You look at humans, almost as though you are seperate from them. You want to belong. You know you can't. You're above most humans spiritually. You know LOVE is the answer and they don't get it. Your brother Jermaine is evolved as well. He was
being humble in not including hisself. I knew.
You don't see color Michael. You see colors of the rainbow. You've probably even had certain paranormal experiences you only share with close friends. You probably are "tuned" in. Obviously. Most singers and songwriters all are.
You perceive what others can't touch and try to awaken in others. In that sense you are a christlike spiritually evolved person. You also probably know and understand astral projection. All sorts of areas that would mystify average people. Like a SECRET.
Michael, you know the world is in a scary place right now. Evil walks among us. You know it better than anyone. Envy and jealousy, this isn't god Michael.
You're one of gods torch bearers. You are an illuminator. Call to all the light bearers Michael. Call them in the ether. If you call to them, they will help. You already know it'll bring the energy to carry you through this. You are being tested worthy. Many prayers will go out to you. I feel them all now. Have no doubts you will be exonerated of this nightmarish cruelty.
In my smaller place in the world. I too have allowed the children into my home. I was called the "PIED PIPER" because i had an aura that the children loved to wrap themselves around.
All the kids on the block were welcomed to come play with my two sons. My husband and I treated the children like gold. Paid for all their meals. Took them to movies and vacations. I helped the neighbor parents who were busy feel they had a safe place to send the kids.
I loved the children. They slept over for years. My boys are older now and we have since moved. The boys still visit. They love to talk about how happy we made their childhoods. I never took a dime from any parents. Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm a giver. As you are.
Giving to all those children made me feel healed. I too suffered emotional abuse. Sometimes physical. I was a girl! The children healed me. They think I was healing them. I too took the kids in who weren't able to afford theme parks, playground trips.
These kids wound up with memories of playgrounds, zoo,
museums, Great Adventure, fancy restaurants. Sometimes to the point of unappreciation. Still i felt I was making a difference. I'll never regret the kindness and unconditional love I shared with the children. It's why we're here. Even the parents who I thought friends took advantage. I allowed it. I felt I had a deeper understanding of things. I unconditionally loved them too. I got hurt at times.
I consider myself a humanitarian of sorts.
That's how I see you. You're EARTHS greatest humanitarian. Michael, god knows. The world in the invisible realms know. You've been chosen into life's mysteries. You have more than even your family, friends and fans. You have you. You have
TRUTH. I always say Michael. I'm not a religion.
My religion is TRUTH. Your religion is TRUTH too.
That spirit of TRUTH will be your salvation through this. Thank you for everything you do for the planet Michael. Thank you for singing us inspiring songs that seem as if echoes from ancient ancestors. Remember Michael, " they know not what they do".
They don't understand. People like ourselves.
We're alone with it. Those of us who "know"
So much love to you and all the love you've given right back at you. God Bless YOU. I consider you a
spiritual friend. I know you're innocent.
You would put your life on the line for a child.
Love,
6/11/2004 1:58 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I knew all along that Michael was innocent. I have loved him as a young mother and wife. I am now 57 yrs old and I wish everyone would leave him alone. He's a sweet and caring person. I cried and clapped when I heard he didn't do it. My husband tried to get the Thriller VHS tape for me one Christmas but it wasn't available. I have alot of 45's of the Jackson 5. I love to watch when he's on TV specials. And he does love his babies. And he loves the children Had to voice my excitment! Thank You Michael I love You! a great FAN
6/11/2004 1:58 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
What happened to this society? We have people of all religious backgrounds who profess to love the Lord. If so why are we judging this man? I thought the law was you are presumed innocent until proven guilty. I feel that is not the case here. Whether he did or didn't do these horrible things remain to be seen. Who are we to judge? We fell in love with Michael Jackson the artist not the person. We never knew him as a person. Don't allow the media -Satan's Dominion to fool you into following the world. Follow the word- He without sin cast the first stone. Also judge and you shall be judged. So therefore I suggest you take heed to the Word, For God is watching.
God Bless you all fellow Sinners,
A fellow Child of God
By his stripes we are made forgiven - Praise the Almighty in Jesus Name- Amen
6/11/2004 1:59 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I have had conversations with family and close friends, about you. I am a sensitive person, maybe a little naive, nevertheless, someone who shares an interest in people and the little things that can make us happy which some of us have limited access to. I try to look at other people with the eyes that I have been given, not to judge, but to understand. I look at you Michael, and see that you are just another person, another human being, who has been limited. Because of the limitations that have been placed our lives, we look to fill a love that is a need. A need to love and to be loved. There is no crime in this need. If one finds love in giving and receiving, then where is the crime? No, I see no crime Michael, only generosity.
Love
6/11/2004 1:59 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael, I have been a fan of yours for more that twenty years. My name is Tim Kross and IM a 34 yr. old male with a wonderful wife & 3 beautiful children (whom loves you so much as well) You will be in our prayers, and let me state to that scum bag MR.SNEDDON your the one whom has problems, it's called jealousy of Michael and his talent. People like you really piss me off!!!You judge him from the OUTSIDE as others do which IS WRONG!!!Get the facts straight before accusing Michael (the most caring person I know of) opening your big mouth of negativity false Bs. All it's doing is making you look like an ass. Michael, Don't let all of this Bs & jealousy bring you down for just know that you have many many fans and friend (like us) whom are here for you! God has blessed you & we will pray every day for you and your wellbeing.Call us anytime, we love you and everything that you stand for cause WE KNOW YOU!!!
6/11/2004 2:00 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I just saw the interview with Ed Bradley tonight. It finally looks like poor Michael is getting his 2 cents in. I really feel for him, and wish I could have this letter FW: to him.
When I was 10 my father left us (my sister and my mother), and he pretty much told me that I was in charge now. My mother ended up marrying a petefile, and in order to protect my younger sister, I had to perform unacceptable things on my new step-father. In short, I left home when I was 14, and ended up living on the streets of Miami in the 1970's. I never really got a childhood, and I still long for my childhood at age 43. I also wasn't fortunate enough to have children, so I love children even more for that reason also. I've had several children overnite, kind of like a slumber party, and we all SLEPT in the same bedroom. But I said slept, not sex or fondling. It was pure innocense and like Michael said it's like looking into the face of God, a true blessing. I myself would never even consider molesting an innocent child, because I was one of those innocent children once.
I fully understand and support you Michael, this world is so sick minded. But know that from my little corner of this world that I'll be praying for you constantly, and that God will give you Peace in your heart from all the suffering you've been through. God bless you and your family always
6/11/2004 2:00 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am writing to you to show my support. I don't doubt for one second, that you are innocent. I find it very hard to believe that a person like you, who have dedicated SO much of your time to make the world a better place for the less fortunate children in the world, would ever do such horrible things as they accuse you of. I have watched the story of your life many times and every time I'm overwhelmed by what you have accomplished in your life. You are the one and only King of Pop!!!! No matter what happens they can never take away your gift, your talent and your dedication to make the world a better place. Your songs show many different sides of you, the bad, the scared, the sexy, the unhappy, the happy, but most of all you show how big your heart is. You put yourself out there and you try to make a difference and the thanks you get is a accusion of child molestation. It's outrageous and I really do hope that people around the world will open their eyes and see that this is all about money. I don't expect that you will ever read this, but if you do, I just want to say that many people have faith in you and we won't let you down. You are in my prayers every night and I truly believe that God will be there for you!!!! From a caring fan
6/11/2004 2:01 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Dear Michael Jackson. I am really sorry that you are going through this horrible mess again.
I am 13years old girl and you have been my favorite singer since I was 5 years old.
I personally believe that you are INNOCENT and I know a lot of people and fans who believe in you and think you are INNOCENT too!
‘You are not alone’ to fight this horrible lie. You have billions of fans, friends and family out there who are supporting you and believe that you can do it, hold your head up high, don’t give up and don’t let anyone get in your way. ‘Keep the faith’
Every time I am upset, I listen to your wonderful music and watch your concerts and that really cheers me up. I never get sick of them. I haven’t seen any one perform like you Michael and the moonwalk is just great and also your concert in Sweden was above outstanding, it is a knockout and that is why you are the “KING OF POP!!!” Congratulations on your new album #1’s, it is doing well and your new song ‘One more chance’ is wonderful. “You rock my world, Michael”
I think that MR.SNEDDON is jealous of you Michael (he is the ghost of jealousy) because you have great talents, you are an outstanding performer and Mr. Sneddon just wants to ruin your carrier and put you down and make you look like a total idiot but that is not going to work because your fans, family and friends all love you and we are not like others who judge people by their looks, we judge you by the inside!! “Mr. Sneddon, tabloids, paparazzi and all the other haters just leave him a lone and stop invading his privacy”
We all love you Michael Joseph Jackson and we can’t wait till you get proven INNOCENT so we can all put this behind us. Michael stay strong!
‘Tom Sneddon is a cold man’
I agree with you Michael that the lie runs sprints and the truth runs marathons!
Michael just before I go I want to say that you are not alone you have fans, family, friends that love you, care for you and believe in you. We are all praying for you and god bless you. You are a great man and we all want to thank you for your music, your entertainment, your help to the poor and the charities you have raised to help those poor families and children. We all love you and we will be there for you to support you.
Don’t Give Up!! Just beat it!!
I want to thank Stuart Backerman and all Michael Jackson’s lawyers (Mark Geragos), fans, friends and family (especially Jermaine) for helping and caring for the kind innocent KING OF POP, Michael Jackson!!
6/11/2004 2:02 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
A person as kind and caring, A person as loving and benevolent, A person as respectful and thoughtful, A person as gentle and sweet, A person as sincere and honest, A person as heartful and sensitive, And a person as wonderful, special, spiritual and beautiful as you. You have made a big difference in ours and our children’s' lives. The world is now a better place because of you and your existence. You have the ability to never stop healing the world. Thank you michael jackson for giving hope to a lots of people.
6/11/2004 2:03 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
We are two girl who love michael jackson.The only thing we see on tv about him recently is negative stuff,lies,rumours and allegations.We think that it could be great if you could just pass one video of him,in this way,it would remind all the good work that he did for the music industry.Michael Jackson has become a legendary figure in the entertainment industry not only for his unparalleled popularity and his unprecedented talents, but also for his humanitarian and ecological commitment.Please remind it to the world.
6/11/2004 2:03 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am a very sensitive person. A person with very vulnerable feelings. My best friends in the whole world are children and animals. They're the ones who tell the truth and love you openly and without reservation. Adults have learned how to hide their feeling and their emotions. They can lie. They will smile to your face and say bad things behind your back. Children haven't learned those things yet, and they can't hurt you."
-Michael Jackson-
6/11/2004 2:05 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Every legend tells of conquest and liberty,and Michael Jackson does. He always show that there's a possibility to change the world.Thank you very very much Michael !
6/11/2004 2:06 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
People like haters really piss me off!!!They judge him from the OUTSIDE as others do which IS WRONG!!!They should Get the facts straight before accusing Michael (the most caring person I know of) opening their big mouth of negativity false Bs. All it's doing is making them look like an ass.
6/11/2004 2:06 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
no one can beat Michael, No one can top MJ
Michael Jackson is a truely amazing person, who has captured the hearts of so many people all over the world. He is the most famous entertainer that ever lived and probably ever will live! He is the best selling artist of all time! Sadly Michael is now judged by his changing appearance and not by the quality of his music. It only seems to be his loyal fan's that see through the constant accusations and insults of the media. Michael himself has said many times that it is this undying support that gives him the strength he needs. He gives is time and heart to help childrens from all over the world...!! He's MaJic!!
6/11/2004 2:07 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson is the best. The one and the only king of pop. A wonderful person. A great dad. An invincible performer. A perfect gentleman and one of the nicest and the greatest man who have ever hit this planet.
MICHAEL JACKSON IS THE LOVLIEST CELEBRITY ..KINDEST MAN AND THE GREATEST BEST SINGER AND THE COOLEST DANCE ... MICHAEL IS # 1...MICHAEL JACKSON is Innocent, like ANGELS and Pure like CHILDREN.
6/11/2004 2:07 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I think that Micheal Jackson is the best, and the most beautiful person on this earth. All the LIES about him are so rediculous. He did NOT turn from black 2 white purposly, he had a little skin problem wich caused his skin to turn different. And he had gotten an operation on his nose for him to breathe better and to pitch higher notes for his beautiful sining. I think he is the best at every thing! and not one of his songs are un grateful or rude, they are all the TRUTH of reality. People who make jokes about him, probably are unhappy with themselves. No one stading on this earth is perfect, we all make mistakes, even Micheal, but the things that are being said about him are not TRUE. If you believe every thing that is being said, then i feel REAL bad for you! And people who cant see that should be consitered Blind! But if you get to read this Micheal i believe that there are more people in this world who Love you, then there is that are just plain ungratful for every thing you have done in this world. And think about it, Michael Jackson has made a difference in our lives with his music. I think he is the BEST singer and the BEST dancer ever. And i would do any thing to meet him!!!! I Absolutly LOVE him SOOOOOO much!I think he is such a successful person and just the same as everyone else, but with such an amazing talent. And in gods eyes he is our brother.
6/11/2004 2:08 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
michael jackson is the king of pop,rock and soul.we should all support michael in his hour of need,and show the whole world that we love this wonderful man.He is the King of our Hearts.
Long Live The KING OF POP!!! And i only say FACTS
6/11/2004 2:08 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
In one of our conversations together, my friend Rabbi Shmuley told me that he had asked some of his colleagues–-writers, thinkers, and artists-–to pen their reflections on the Sabbath. He then suggested that I write down my own thoughts on the subject, a project I found intriguing and timely due to the recent death of Rose Fine, a Jewish woman who was my beloved childhood tutor and who traveled with me and my brothers when we were all in the Jackson Five.
Last Friday night I joined Rabbi Shmuley, his family, and their guests for the Sabbath dinner at their home. What I found especially moving was when Shmuley and his wife placed their hands on the heads of their young children, and blessed them to grow to be like Abraham and Sarah, which I understand is an ancient Jewish tradition. This led me to reminisce about my own childhood, and what the Sabbath meant to me growing up.
When people see the television appearances I made when I was a little boy--8 or 9 years old and just starting off my lifelong music career--they see a little boy with a big smile. They assume that this little boy is smiling because he is joyous, that he is singing his heart out because he is happy, and that he is dancing with an energy that never quits because he is carefree.
But while singing and dancing were, and undoubtedly remain, some of my greatest joys, at that time what I wanted more than anything else were the two things that make childhood the most wondrous years of life, namely, playtime and a feeling of freedom. The public at large has yet to really understand the pressures of childhood celebrity, which, while exciting, always exacts a very heavy price.
More than anything, I wished to be a normal little boy. I wanted to build tree houses and go to roller-skating parties. But very early on, this became impossible. I had to accept that my childhood would be different than most others. But that’s what always made me wonder what an ordinary childhood would be like.
There was one day a week, however, that I was able to escape the stages of Hollywood and the crowds of the concert hall. That day was the Sabbath. In all religions, the Sabbath is a day that allows and requires the faithful to step away from the everyday and focus on the exceptional. I learned something about the Jewish Sabbath in particular early on from Rose, and my friend Shmuley further clarified for me how, on the Jewish Sabbath, the everyday life tasks of cooking dinner, grocery shopping, and mowing the lawn are forbidden so that humanity may make the ordinary extraordinary and the natural miraculous. Even things like shopping or turning on lights are forbidden. On this day, the Sabbath, everyone in the world gets to stop being ordinary.
But what I wanted more than anything was to be ordinary. So, in my world, the Sabbath was the day I was able to step away from my unique life and glimpse the everyday.
Sundays were my day for "Pioneering," the term used for the missionary work that Jehovah’s Witnesses do. We would spend the day in the suburbs of Southern California, going door to door or making the rounds of a shopping mall, distributing our Watchtower magazine. I continued my pioneering work for years and years after my career had been launched.
Up to 1991, the time of my Dangerous tour, I would don my disguise of fat suit, wig, beard, and glasses and head off to live in the land of everyday America, visiting shopping plazas and tract homes in the suburbs. I loved to set foot in all those houses and catch sight of the shag rugs and La-Z-Boy armchairs with kids playing Monopoly and grandmas baby-sitting and all those wonderfully ordinary and, to me, magical scenes of life. Many, I know, would argue that these things seem like no big deal. But to me they were positively fascinating.
The funny thing is, no adults ever suspected who this strange bearded man was. But the children, with their extra intuition, knew right away. Like the Pied Piper of Hamlin, I would find myself trailed by eight or nine children by my second round of the shopping mall. They would follow and whisper and giggle, but they wouldn't reveal my secret to their parents. They were my little aides. Hey, maybe you bought a magazine from me. Now you’re wondering, right?
Sundays were sacred for two other reasons as I was growing up. They were both the day that I attended church and the day that I spent rehearsing my hardest. This may seem against the idea of "rest on the Sabbath," but it was the most sacred way I could spend my time: developing the talents that God gave me. The best way I can imagine to show my thanks is to make the very most of the gift that God gave me.
Church was a treat in its own right. It was again a chance for me to be "normal." The church elders treated me the same as they treated everyone else. And they never became annoyed on the days that the back of the church filled with reporters who had discovered my whereabouts. They tried to welcome them in. After all, even reporters are the children of God.
When I was young, my whole family attended church together in Indiana. As we grew older, this became difficult, and my remarkable and truly saintly mother would sometimes end up there on her own. When circumstances made it increasingly complex for me to attend, I was comforted by the belief that God exists in my heart, and in music and in beauty, not only in a building. But I still miss the sense of community that I felt there--I miss the friends and the people who treated me like I was simply one of them. Simply human. Sharing a day with God.
When I became a father, my whole sense of God and the Sabbath was redefined. When I look into the eyes of my son, Prince, and daughter, Paris, I see miracles and I see beauty. Every single day becomes the Sabbath. Having children allows me to enter this magical and holy world every moment of every day. I see God through my children. I speak to God through my children. I am humbled for the blessings He has given me.
There have been times in my life when I, like everyone, has had to wonder about God’s existence. When Prince smiles, when Paris giggles, I have no doubts. Children are God's gift to us. No--they are more than that--they are the very form of God's energy and creativity and love. He is to be found in their innocence, experienced in their playfulness.
My most precious days as a child were those Sundays when I was able to be free. That is what the Sabbath has always been for me. A day of freedom. Now I find this freedom and magic every day in my role as a father. The amazing thing is, we all have the ability to make every day the precious day that is the Sabbath. And we do this by rededicating ourselves to the wonders of childhood. We do this by giving over our entire heart and mind to the little people we call son and daughter. The time we spend with them is the Sabbath. The place we spend it is called Paradise.
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:11 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Elisabeth Taylor: I think he is one of the finest people to hit this planet, and, in my estimation, he is the true King of Pop, Rock and Soul.
Steven Spielberg: Michael Jackson, the star, is a phenomenon. The hat, a single glove, white socks and black loafers. He's mysterious. Theatrical. The consummate performer. From the way he moves, to the Neverland he's created as his home, it's as if he's an illusion.
Ricky Martin: "Woah, talking about Mr. Jackson, all my respect. He definitely has a lot to do with my career. He's the legend; El Maestro, you know? From him, we learn a lot, and definitely he will always be a part of my life."
Rodney Jerkins [On collaborating with Michael on the Invincible album]: "This is a mental challenge for me. Because Michael is so much greater than everybody else. Michael's a workaholic like me. We're in the studio for 24 hours at a time."
Macaulay Culkin: "We're good friends, we talk all the time. I'm his, ah, children's Godfather. His kids are so beautiful. I love them so much. They're so great."
"We had very similar experiences in childhood. We're both going to be 8 years old forever in some place because we never had a chance to be 8 when we actually were."
Stevie Wonder: "Michael's a natural... he's a very hard worker and a super performer. But most of all, he's a real human being."
Lauryn Hill [Denying the existance of a duet called 'This Is Our Time' with Michael and herself]: "I remember when my girlfriend called me up to congratulate me on the duet, and I was like...whaaaaat? I mean, I think if I could choose one person in the industry I'd like to record with it'd be Michael. He is so focused when it comes to what he wants, and who knows...maybe sometime in the future we will work together."
Missy Elliott: "I love Michael Jackson! I used to write him letters when I was little and daydream that he would come to my school and take me out of class."
"I don't look at it as he's not the hottest thing any more - I look at what he's done as a groundbreaking artist who opened a lot of doors for Black acts. Michael Jackson is still amazing to me."
Craig David: "The first record I bought was 'Leave Me Alone' by Michael Jackson. I'm really a huge fan of his. I think I own all of his records. He's one of the reasons I'm here today. His music and artistry had a great impact on me as I was growing up. It made me want to become a performer."
Paul MaCartney: "I didn't get destroyed by [press and fanmania] and neither will Michael. He's very talented. He knows how to make records that people like. But he's a very straightforward kid. He has a great deal of faith. He's got a lot of innocence - he protects that especially. Michael looks at cartoons all day and keeps away from drugs. That's how he remains his innocence."
Janet Jackson: "It is impossible to compare us. Michael is a living legend."
"Michael is definitely my biggest influence. I don't think I dance like him though, and if I do to some extent, I can only say that we are brother and sister so the same blood does flow through us, plus we were so close growing up, and we did dance together growing up. But he's an amazing dancer and I don't think I dance anywhere near his ability. He's really an amazing dancer."
Natan Morris of Boyz II Men: "He called us the Kings of Vocals. That was exciting. Mike is cool. He's different. He's been onstage since he was five. He never got to be a child himself. I know people say all kinds of things about his Ferris wheel and all that, but he's just trying to relive his childhood. Being around Mike shows you how much further you have to go."
Santana [Who recorded a guitar solo for Michael's new album Invincible]: "I was very honored that he called on me to work with him and I love the song. He gave me a call last week, and he was really happy with it."
Sisqo: "Michael Jackson is the premise of my whole thing. Artists are afraid to say who their influences are because they fear they'll be put in the shadow of that artist. Not me. When I get an idea from somebody, I straight say, ' I took it from them'."
"Michael Jackson! I'd just love to work with Michael, period. So, Michael, if you're reading this, call me!"
Howie D. of the Backstreet Boys: "...I'm, like, dying, (because) since I was a little kid, I've been dying to meet Michael Jackson... I still haven't met him."
Ginuwine: "Growing up, Michael Jackson was my man. Because he gets up there and give it all. And musically, he challenges himself. I knew that when I got the chance to do this, I would try and do it like that."
Britney Spears [When asked what her favorite album of all time is]: "Thriller by Michael Jackson."
J.C. Chasez of N'sync: "I'd love to work with Michael Jackson. If his new album wasn't done, I'd give him a call right now."
Phil Collins: "The people who don't want anything from him are children. Everyone else wants something. They want to flirt with glory... He's a tabloid victim."
Wyclef Jean: "Michael Jackson is the greatest artist of all. I never enjoyed working with anyone so much as I did with him."
Shane Filan of Westlife: "My whole world changed when Michael Jackson brought out the 'Bad' album when I was eight or nine. He took over my life and from then on I wanted to BE Michael Jackson."
Fred Astair [To Michael after Motown 25]: "You're a hell of a mover! Man, you really put them on their asses last night. You're an angry dancer. I'm the same way. I used to do the same thing with my cane. I watched the special last night; I taped it and I watched it again this morning. You're a hell of a mover."
Barry White: "He's a milestone. A sign of distinction is the most important thing an entertainer, can obtain. It's a person that when he sings, the minute you hear his voice, you know it's him. Michael has that gift."
Mariah Carey: "I recently met the Artist [formerly known as Prince] and we have some musical plans together. I would also like to work with Michael Jackson."
Joanne O'Meara of S Club 7 [Question on who the coolest musician on the planet is]: "Michael Jackson! He's my hero and always have been. I love everything he's ever done!"
Little Richard: "Michael Jackson is the most complete entertainer I've ever met."
R. Kelly: "Why do you think Michael Jackson is still a superstar? Because he keeps searching for new challenges."
Quincy Jones: "Maybe five or eight people have this touch that God put on Michael. Stevie Wonder has it. Barbra Streisand has it. Louie Armstrong has it."
Cleopatra: "Michael is just the greatest. He has given so much to world pop. He's been named the King of Pop. He has acheived so many awards. He has been doing this for so many years and he's still not out of fashion. He's a brilliant dance. He's an excellent singer and song-writer. He's the King of Music. He is so amazing."
Angelina Jolie: "I loved Michael Jackson. I wore the leather jacket and I used to ask if I could go to school wearing studs."
Donell Jones: "My main musical influence is Michael Jackson. I just love him. He brings so much energy and so much feeling into his music. (...) I learned from him and from experience that you have to be patient in this business. I want everything right now, but I know that if you want longevity, you have to be patient. And that's what I strive for: longevity."
Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins of TLC [On asked what her favourite album is]: "Thriller! It gave birth to a true megastar, and nobody has bettered it yet. It's still the biggest-selling album of all time."
En Vogue: "Our major musical influence is undoubtedly Michael Jackson. The man is phenomenal!"
Julio Iglesias, Jr. [On who his musical influence is]: "Michael Jackson".
Christian Ingebritsen of A1 [Christian wrote a song for possible inclusion on Michael's new album]: "I couldn't believe it when I found out Michael Jackson was listening to the song. He's been my hero since I was a kid. It's a dream come true. These things don't happen in real life."
"We can't believe we're going to meet him. He's been my hero since I was a kid, so to meet him will be a dream come true. I'll probably get really nervous. To get a song on his album would be a massive honour." [The song never made it to the final cut]
T-Boz of TLC: "Let me tell you about 'Billie Jean': that was awesome. I actually used to wear a white shirt with a bow tie and my leather pants every day after school. When he took his hat off and slid across the floor in that pose... that's the pose right there."
Quincy Jones: "In the studio, Michael was a hard worker, a really hard worker. He would stand there until he got it right. He likes to perform with the lights out and just a single light on the stand. And he likes to do some of his dances during songs."
Monica: "One of the turning points in my life was the first concert I attended. It was Michael Jackson. I was 7 years old. After seeing such a good show, I had an entirely different interest in the artist and in music
6/11/2004 2:12 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's attentive,he's more sensitive to things that it hurts his sould and he wants to help, Sometimes his reactions are women like ;but he's a man. whatever.He's still a good person inside and out and he's normal,a regular guy.
6/11/2004 2:13 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael is a men with a woman soul,Thats why he's so charming and caring and blessing and he have this innnocence in him....
6/11/2004 2:14 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Why do I pose such a threat to you? I am human, I am like you, I have wants and needs as you do as well as feelings. The cruel malicious things you say about me hurt. Why can't you write the truth? Is is it so hard to do that? What are you afraid of?
Before you judge me, try hard first to "love" me...try to understand what I am about, don't pass judgment on me, I'm innocent, I have done nothing wrong accept to love and do what is right...that is what I was taught as a child.
My life is uncomplicated, simple and child like. There is nothing wrong with that. Maybe if you took the time to know your inner child you'd know what I am speaking about.
When my son was born it was a gift, a blessing from above, I cannot tell you how happy I was to have Prince in my life. Children are innocent, accepting, loving creatures. They're honest with their feelings. Without children, my life would be so empty and lost.
I bless the day that I was given the three most beautiful gifts in the world. Prince I, Prince II, and sweet little Paris. They are my entire life.
"I would never hurt a child, I would rather cut my wrists than hurt a child. If there were no children on this earth, then I would jump from my balcony and end my life. For without children my life has no meaning at all."
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:14 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
YES THERE IS SOOOOOOOO MANY MICHAEL JACKSON POLLS AND HALF R STUPID LIKE, DO U THINK MJ IS GAY LIKE COME ON EVERY1 KNOWS HE IS NOT GAY, NOT A MELESTER. HE IS INNOCENT, CARRING BEAUTIFUL GIFTED MAN AND I RESPECT HIM SO MUCH AND ANOTHER PERSON I HIGHLY RESPECT IS "asloonlyas MJackson" cause dat person has a great personality and where it's comming from that person doesn't judge a person by its cover like some fucken idiots do!!! sorry 4 swearing but i h8 when people always say negative stuff about mj especially when he helps ppls, charity and stuff
6/11/2004 2:16 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
all haters, instead of just saying anything they like why don't they pick up a book and read about his life because i'm sick of those dicheads who just write anything about mike. They don't know him, his innocent and his dad beated him because he wanted michael 2 do great and thats right michael is great now infact as probably u all mj haters don't know dat michael jackson is da king of pop!! so fuck off, leave him alone, "just beat it"
6/11/2004 2:17 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
If Iam Guilty Of Anything Its Giving All That I Can Give" - Michael Jackson
Just Because Its Printed on Paper Dosnt Make it the Gospel~ - Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:18 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Just want you to know that you don’t have to prove your innocence cauz we will always believe in you.
Keep the faith, we will support you every time and everywhere….
Every time when I look into your eyes I know the allegations are nothing but lies ,together we defend, I’ll reach out my hand cau’z I still believe that you’re innocent.
You’ll always be in our hearts.
People sometimes are so cruel, treating you must just like fool. But I’m standing here to let you that I won’t take a strake anymore.
So many times in troubles and pain. So many rumours drivin me insane, it’s such a shame. And they can’t go on like this,cau’z we need to keep the faith.
You’re an angel, I support you 1000%
I support and fight for you however I can, please keep the faith and god bless, you.
Michael you’re a genius living legend.
You’re incredible, you show so much strained and love even these difficult time.
I always be here for you.
Never stop dancing your dreams, innocence will win the steam, we love you for ever more.
No matter how far you are, we are near, for ever….
6/11/2004 2:19 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Do you know why many of you think Michael Jackson is guilty? Well, THAT IS BECAUSE YOU READ AND BELIEVE WHAT THE LYING TABLOIDS AND MAGAZINES ARE SAYING BECAUSE THEY WRITE ABOUT HIM LIKE HE IS GUILTY! AND IT IS A BIG, BIG SHAME! BUT HE IS NOT AND HE WILL BE PROVEN INNOCENT AND I THINK YOU ALL SHOULD GET A GRIP AND SHOW SOME RESPECT FOR MICHAEL AND AT LEAST GIVE HIM THE BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT AND NOT TREAT HIM LIKE A CRIMINAL BUT BELIVE HIS INNOCENT UNTIL THE OPOSITE IS PROVEN!!! GIVE HIM AT LEAST THAT! GIVE HIM SOME TRUST! THE MAN WHO HASN’T DONE ANYTHING TO ANYONE BUT GIVEN LOVE AND HAPPINESS! MICHAEL HAS BECOME A TARGET FOR THE PRESS WHO ONLY WANT TO BREAK HIM DOWN! GIVE THE MAN A BREAK AND GIVE HIM SOME CREDIT AND DON’T EVER FORGET ALL THE THINGS HE HAS DONE FOR US, AND FOR THE CHILDREN! DON’T EVER FORGET HOW GREAT THIS MAN ISREALLY IS, BECAUSE HE DOES NOT DESERVE THIS!
Michael Jackson is the TRUE KING OF POP, ROCK AND SOUL & ENTERTAINMENT, NOW AND FOREVER! HE IS THE BIGGEST SELLING ARTIST OF ALL TIME AND THE GREATEST SINGER, SONGWRITER AND DANCER IN THE WORLD! HE IS NOT AS WEIRD AND BIZARRE AS THE PRESS SAY HE IS! PEOPLE JUST THINK THAT BECAUSE THEY BELIEVE ALL THE STUPID THINGS THEY WRITE AND THEY ALWAYS WRITE NOTHING BUT LIES ABOUT HIM! THEY ARE TRYING TO RUIN HIS LIFE! PLEASE DON´T BELIEVE ALL THE WEIRD AND STRANGE AND MEAN THINGS THEY ARE WRITING ABOUT HIM, PLEASE! THEY WRITE SO MEAN AND VICIOUS THINGS AND MICHAEL DOES NOT DESERVE IT! HE HAS DONE SOOO MUCH WONDERFUL THINGS FOR THIS PLANET AND FOR THE HUMAN BEINGS ESPECIALLY THE CHILDREN! PLEASE SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT! HE DESERVES IT! DON´T BE AS DAMN DISRESPECTFUL LIKE THE PRESS! THEY ARE DISGUSTING! MICHAEL IS THE MOST LOVING AND CARING PERSON IN THE WORLD! HE IS SO GOOD HEARTED! THE TRUE KING OF POP AND THE REAL MAN OF MUSIC! MICHAEL WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS! SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT!!!!!!!!! WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL!!!!
6/11/2004 2:20 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
All the time you ask whether Michael still is the King
of Pop. We see your polls, but we don't answer them.
Because your kinds
of questions are not accurate. Of course is Michael
the King of Pop, because nobody on earth every sold
more CDs than he did.
You can ask your readers about whether they like him,
but never doubt his success in general! Michael
Jackson did more for the
music-industry than any other artist. He is there for
35 years now. And you let kids who are not half that
old judge him?? Even
worse: first you judge his face, his look - things
which are not important at all - and spread this
"look-he's-more-spooky-than-Dracula!-thing" and then
ask whether he's a flop? That's not fair! And we,
Michael's real fans and friends all over the world, will not accept that.
We ask you to treat Michael Jackson with the respect
he gains for being what he is. And here we don't talk
about success.
Again, we're talking about respect. And he doesn't
have to earn that, he already gained it during all
those years.
Please recognize that we stand behind Michael - in the
past now and forever. No matter what the world may
say:
Michael Jackson is a HEARTBREAKER. Our hearts belong
to him and he will always ROCK OUR WORLD. We DON'T
WALK
AWAY from him, even if we sometimes have to CRY and
are really SPEECHLESS because of all the rumors that
are spread
about him. WHATEVER HAPPENS, Michael Jackson is
UNTOUCHABLE, UNBREAKABLE and most of all INVNCIBLE.
Kind regards
6/11/2004 2:21 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Sincerely,
I love the human
I love the father
I love the man
I Love the friend
I love the artist
I love the humanitarian
I love Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:21 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
International Pop icon, Michael Jackson, among world's dignitaries nominated for the 1st annual Magical Life Award. The humanitarian award is given to individuals who have demonstrated with true humanitarian service, the peace, love and happiness, characterized by the Magic of children and in so doing, has help make the world a kinder and gentler place. Jackson is in good company; being nominated for his charity work along side such popular public figures as First Lady Laura Bush, US Senator, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Sec. of State: Colin Powell, and talk show host, Oprah Winfrey. The Awards are being announced in conjunction with Celebrate the Magic Day, when 1 million children around the world, will sing an inspirational song, at the same time! An international event to promote world peace, love, and happiness through the Magic of children. Jackson's, Heal the World is among the songs being sung by the children. While the Celebrate the Magic Foundation has made the nominations based on the record of each nominees service to children, it is up to the citizens of the world, especially our children, to confirm who is deserving of this honor. This makes the Magical Life Award truly unique, in that it is an award from the hearts of children, and those adults who still have the heart of a child. The final results will be announced on Celebrate the Magic Day, on May 1st, 2002. The awards will be presented to the recipients in a special ceremony in New York City.
6/11/2004 2:22 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
International Pop icon, Michael Jackson, among world's dignitaries nominated for the 1st annual Magical Life Award. The humanitarian award is given to individuals who have demonstrated with true humanitarian service, the peace, love and happiness, characterized by the Magic of children and in so doing, has help make the world a kinder and gentler place. Jackson is in good company; being nominated for his charity work along side such popular public figures as First Lady Laura Bush, US Senator, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Sec. of State: Colin Powell, and talk show host, Oprah Winfrey. The Awards are being announced in conjunction with Celebrate the Magic Day, when 1 million children around the world, will sing an inspirational song, at the same time! An international event to promote world peace, love, and happiness through the Magic of children. Jackson's, Heal the World is among the songs being sung by the children. While the Celebrate the Magic Foundation has made the nominations based on the record of each nominees service to children, it is up to the citizens of the world, especially our children, to confirm who is deserving of this honor. This makes the Magical Life Award truly unique, in that it is an award from the hearts of children, and those adults who still have the heart of a child. The final results will be announced on Celebrate the Magic Day, on May 1st, 2002. The awards will be presented to the recipients in a special ceremony in New York City.HIS FACE?? Its not important cauz he's so beautiful and so caring on the inside that his outside is cute too.Michael is NOT ugly...Maybe he went a bit too far in 2001 but NOW he look great! His charming grin is coming back!! His brillant eyes are shinning again!! Michael is like a character.He is like Peter Pan or Pinnochio....I know its difficult for somes adult to understand but please before judge him try hard to understand him.Of course is Michael the King of Pop, because nobody on earth every sold more CDs than he did. You can ask your readers about whether they like him, but never doubt his success in general! Michael Jackson did more for the music-industry than any other artist. He is there for 35 years now. And you let kids who are not half that old judge him?? Even worse: first you judge his face, his look - things which are not important at all - and spread this THINGS THEY WRITE AND THEY ALWAYS WRITE NOTHING BUT LIES ABOUT HIM! THEY ARE TRYING TO RUIN HIS LIFE! PLEASE DON´T BELIEVE ALL THE WEIRD AND STRANGE AND MEAN THINGS THEY ARE WRITING ABOUT HIM, PLEASE! THEY WRITE SO MEAN AND VICIOUS THINGS AND MICHAEL DOES NOT DESERVE IT! HE HAS DONE SOOO MUCH WONDERFUL THINGS FOR THIS PLANET AND FOR THE HUMAN BEINGS ESPECIALLY THE CHILDREN! PLEASE SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT! HE DESERVES IT! DON´T BE AS DAMN DISRESPECTFUL LIKE THE PRESS! THEY ARE DISGUSTING! MICHAEL IS THE MOST LOVING AND CARING PERSON IN THE WORLD! HE IS SO GOOD HEARTED! THE TRUE KING OF POP AND THE REAL MAN OF MUSIC! MICHAEL WILL ALWAYs BE IN OUR HEARTS! SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT!!!!!WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL!!!
6/11/2004 2:23 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson in the best. The one and the only king of pop. A wonderful person. A great dad. An invincible performer. A perfect gentleman and one of the nicest and the greatest man who have ever hit this planet.
6/11/2004 2:23 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
why we like him?
The one-gloved wonder has thrilled us for decades with his earth-shattering performances, timeless string of pop hits and zany antics. Plus, he has nothing but love for the children of the world. Who wouldn't like him?
why is he famous?
Well, let's reverse the question. Why wouldn't he be? He is one of the greatest selling artists of all-time and is admired across the world as the King of Pop.
6/11/2004 2:25 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
INNOCENT until proven INNOCENT
They say that you’re eccentric
that you’re odd in many ways
They call you Wacko Jacko
who’s lost his thriller day
They try to sell their Garbage
By kicking you to the ground
But its only greed and jealousy
Because its you who wears the crown
‘’Michael Jackson proclaim himself King Of Pop’’
‘’Michael Jackson bleaches his skin’’¸
‘’Michael Jackson marries nurse Debbie Rowe surrogate Mother of his children’’
‘’Michael Jackson sleep in oxygen chamber’’
‘’Michael Jackson in alledged child molestation case’’
‘’Michael Jackson build shrines to Elizabeth Taylor’’
‘’Michael Jackson marries Lisa Marie Prestley in scam marriage’’
‘’Michael Jackson’s nose falls off’’
‘’Michael Jackson buy’s elephant man bones’’
and now he's what? pedophile??? RIDICULOUS!!! PFFF...FIND SOMETHING ELSE!!!
LEAVE HIM ALONE!!!
6/11/2004 2:26 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jospeh Jackson, qui est il ?
(cette analyse est purement personnelle. Je l'ai développée au travers des chansons que Michael a écrite et de ce que j'ai pu lire, voir ou entendre (articles de presse,vidéos, radio ...) à son sujet. Elle est donc partiale et ne saurait être réellement prise pour une vérité, bien que je crois que je n'en suis sans doute pas très loin).
I. Un père sévère et une mère trop croyante.
Michael fut poussé très tôt par l'ambition de son père à monter sur les planches avec ses frères. Certes, les frères Jackson avaient du talent et la scène était finalement leur seul refuge fasse à Joe qui était un père dur qui pouvait se montrer violent. Michael se souviens avec peine de cette période au cour de l'interview d'oprah winfrey de 1993. Il ne partage donc pas les jeux d'enfants, car, comme il le dit lui même, dès la fin des cours, c'était des heures de répétition, sans une seconde pour lui.
Quand à sa mère, bien que Michael ne lui reconnaisse que des qualités, elle embrigade l'ensemble de la famille dans la secte des 'témoins de Jéhovah' . Très tôt, Michael et ses frères sont privés de sorties, de fêtes et (pour les plus vieux) de filles. De plus, les témoins demandent assez tôt leur part du butin rapporté par le groupe pour financer les actions de prosélytisme religieux.
II. Les années MOTOWN, un enfant dans la peur.
À cette époque, la ségrégation fait toujours rage et avec le peu de droits qu'on les noirs il est humilié chaque jours de sa vie. Le business noir tente de se révolter en créant ses propres labels musicaux et d'imposer quelques stars dans les charts américains.
Ainsi, certains artistes noirs parviennent plus ou moins à percer malgré le boycott organisé par les médias détenus par les blancs. Âgé d'à peine 5 ans lorsqu'il entame sa carrière chez motown, Michael est vite happé par la machine du show bizz. Les chansons sont écrites pour lui, même s'il dit qu'il ne chante que si il ressent la chanson et en connaît les sentiments qui y sont développés. Les jackson 5 vont de succès en succès. Si bien que les médias 'blancs' finissent par s'interroger sur le succès obtenu et prennent le train en marche. Le succès en devient grisant pour toute la famille qui part s'installer à Los Angeles.
Là, télévision et radios se succèdent à un rythme effrénés et l'ascension est encore plus grande.
Jamais un groupe d'afro-américain n'aura eu autant de succès en si peu de temps.
Mais qu'en est il déjà de ce garçonnet ?
Rien à mon avis ne le décrit mieux que la pochette du cd childhood (que l'on retrouve dans le livret HIStory I) : un enfant apeuré dans le coin d'un mur avec un micro dans les mains. De quoi cet enfant à t il peur ? De tout ce phénomène qui se déroule autours de lui : les fans hystériques, les flashs des photos, les milliers de dollars gagné en si peu de temps... Comment voulez vous qu'un gosse réagisse face à ça ? Surtout lorsque l'on sait que Michael est un introverti, un timide et qu'il intériorise chacune de ses réactions. De plus, tout ce mouvement n'empêche pas le racisme ambiant autours de lui. Les noirs étant encore considérés comme des sous-humains. Enfin, les privations engendrées par l'obscurantisme religieux des témoins (Noël, cadeaux, fêtes, anniversaires) s'ajoute à l'ensemble de privations et de sacrifices que fait déjà l'enfant.
II L'adolescence douloureuse.
Michael le dit lui même, comme tous les gosses il avait des boutons et ne cessait de changer de jours en jours. Il n'aimait pas sa voix qui muait et ses boutons qui le défiguraient. Il faisait tout son possible pour éviter les miroirs et pour que les caméras et les photographes ne puissent le voir que sous son meilleur profil. De là, viendra son obsession pour l'image qu'il donne.
Michael a été marqué par la dureté de son père et se pousse à être perfectionniste dans ce qu'il entreprend.
Le groupe souhaitait sortir du carcan imposé par les paroliers et les producteurs de la Motown. Stevie wonder qui s'y était éssayé n'y était arrivé qu'après une haute lutte. Ce sentiment de clan développé aurpès de tous les artistes de la Motown par la maison mère n'était plus supportable.
III La carrière solo débute.
Epic, une des nombreuses maisons de production fini par mettre le grappin sur le groupe. À cette époque, les ventes des Jackon 5 sont en baisse et Motown, qui est bien embêtée par les exigences du groupe le lâche complètement en leur interdisant de garder le nom Jackson 5. Le groupe ainsi renommé The Jacksons sort un album du même nom. Le résultat décevant impose une réaction immédiate de joe (le toujours manager des enfants) et de Michael, leader incontesté du groupe. Ils demandent à Epic le contrôle total du développement artistique et financier des prochains albums. Une diversion vient cependant accélérer la carrière solo de Michael : la Motown a racheté les droits du film 'the wizz' où Diana Ross (marraine des Jackson 5 du temps de Motown) a un rôle prédominant. Elle use de son influence pour que Michael puisse jouer dans ce film. L'album suivant des Jackson est un flop et michael est introduit dans la haute société new-yorkaise et y rencontrera de nombreuses personnalités. Le poids qui pèse à présent sur ses épaules est grand : sortir le groupe du gouffre. Blame it on the boogie est la réponse de Michael, la clé pour relancer le groupe et ça marche. Le succès des Jackson5 ne se tarit pas à force de travail, mais Michael intéresse plus les producteurs que ses frères cantonnés au rôle de musiciens. Son talent en solo étant prouvé, pourquoi donc garder ses musiciens ?
Michael est en proie à un conflit familial pour se débarrasser de la tutelle de son père (qui gère toujours ses contrats). Michael finit par gagner et est donc libre de choisir l'engagement de sa carrière. Ayant rencontré Quincy Jones (Q) sur le tournage de 'the wiz' , il se laisse convaincre à se lancer en solo.
IV Les péripéties commencent avec le succès
Lâché dans la nature, Michael n'en est pas moins galvanisé et sort assez rapidement 'Off The Wall'.
Un album qui aura un succès flagrant. C'est à ce moment là que la presse se focalise sur lui, car séparé de son groupe, il apparaît plus en lumière.
l est épié nuit et jours et des rumeurs folles sur son homosexualité parcourent bientôt les unes des tabloïds. Manque de bol, Michael a coupé les ponts avec sa famille pour mieux se consacrer à son album et donc ne bénéficie d'aucune muraille de protection face aux attaques. N'étant pas préparé à ce genre d'attaque, il ne réagit pas ou peu (trop mollement diront certains) et laisse faire. Mais l'adage 'il n'y a pas de fumée sans feu' prévaut finalement et la rumeur enfle au point d'en devenir une réalité pour bon nombre d'américains.
'Off the wall' est un succès mal récompensé par les médias (toujours aux blancs) et michael se promet de revenir et d'avoir plus de succès encore. Ainsi, ils seraient bien obligés de reconnaître son talent.
V Trop de travail tue l'homme
Persécuté par la presse, Michael finit par tomber dans le mutisme : plus aucune conférence de presse ni communiqué. Cependant, il s'était fait une promesse : sortir la famille des problèmes financiers dès que le succès serait là. Il s'engouffre donc dans l'album 'Triumph' avec ses frères. Le succès ne se fait pas attendre et Michael est reconnu comme la star incontestée du groupe. L'album et la tournée permettent aux Jackson de ne plus être dans le besoin, il est donc temps pour Michael de reprendre la route pour un nouvel album solo : Thriller.
Trhiller aura le succès qu'on lui connaît. Michael aura profité de l'album pour améliorer son look vestimentaire.
De plus Michael s'épuise littéralement pour faire de cet album l'album quelque chose d'inoubliable. Il impose 'billie jean' aux 20 ans de Motown contre sa présence. Il paye de sa poche les clips Beat It et Thriller.
La famille fait de nouveau appel à lui, car elle se retrouve emmêlée dans des problèmes financiers. Michael accepte de produire un nouvel album familial devant surfer sur le succès de Thriller. Durant les négociations, il signe un contrat avec Pepsi pour que ce sponsor finance une partie du projet.
Michael doit apparaître avec ses frères dans un film promotionnel pour Pepsi permettant de lancer l'album et la tournée. Un fumigène mal réglé atteint ses cheveux, Michael est transporté au Sinai Hospital est le verdict tombe : il est brûlé au second degré. Pepsi tremblait de ce que la superstar pourrait demander en compensation. Michael se montre finalement peu exigeant puisqu'il demande simplement à ce que Pepsi finance la réalisation d'un centre pour grand brûlés le (Michael Jackson) Burn center en annexe au Sinai Hospital.
Vite rétabli, il participa aux Grammy awards où il eut le succès escompté.
Lors de l'inauguration du Burn center, Michael fût enjoint d'entrer dans un caisson hyperbare (dit à oxygène) servant à maintenir les victimes en état critique dans un atmosphère saint. Une photo est prise avec des retentissements inatendus dans la presse people : ''Michael Jackson dors dans un caisson à oxygène''.
L'album familial promis sorti enfin et le lancement avec ses frères la tournée se fit malgré l'insatisfaction qu'il en retira dues aux nombreux problèmes liés au lancement (avocats qui disparaissent avec la caisse, producteurs des autres membres jamais présents ...).
Michael avait enlevé pas mal de morceaux de l'album Victory pour ne conserver que les plus appréciées des fans (comme par hasard les siennes lui reprochait-on) et un show recentré sur sa personne.
Les pires rumeurs circulaient déjà juste avant le début de la tournée (homosexuel, dormant dans un caisson à oxygène pour préserver sa peau, ...). Michael décida enfin de sortir de son mutisme et fis une conférence de presse dans laquelle il dénonça chacune des rumeurs et déclara que désormais toutes les attaques portées contre lui iraient directement en justice.
VI Manipulations et tour d'ivoire
Jackson se lançait donc dans la riposte imédiate contre les tabloïds, ces infames torchons qui servent à se nettoyer le cul lorsqu'il n'y a plus de de papier-cul aux toilettes.
Ceci faisant, michael s'enfermait de plus en plus, laissant ses avocats réglers les problèmes avec les tabloïds, afin officiellement de préparer son nouvel album.
Chacun le sait maintenant, ces attaques personnelles ont toujours fait du mal à michael car, et c'est sans doute ce qui plait dans sa musique, sa sensibilité est à fleur de peau. Michael se cachait donc de ces tabloïds tout en réduisant au maximum ses apparitions pour ne plus être l'objet des attaques.
Le show-business a ceci de particulier qu'il faut se transformer un minimum pour paraître bien à l'écran. Ainsi on a vu de grandes stars renoncer à quelques défauts bien naturels pour la chirurgie plastique, de grosses poitrines ... Michael n'est pas exempt et, pour ceux qui se donnent la peine d'essayer de décripter ses textes, c'est le sens profond de la chanson "man in the mirror" (I got to make a change for once in my life ... gonna feel real good... I'm starting with that man in the mirror ... no message could have been any clearer : if you wanna make the world a better place take a look at yourself and make a change). Ce qui fut dit fut fait.
Ainsi lors de sa réapparition dans Bad, michael a un nouveau nez. et son maquillage le rend presque blanc. Les tabloïds l'attaquent de nouveau (prise de produits "blanchissants", opérations multiples du visage ...) mais jackson fait face, la promotion de l'album et des milliers de $$ sont en jeu.
Qu'en est il vraiment ? Michael s'est effectivement retiré longtemps du "monde civilisé" ce qui lui valut déjà de nombreuses critiques. De plus, Jackson, de plus en plus obsédé par son apparence physique par cette obession de tout contrôler, a subit un régime strict et a transformé son look des beaux quartiers de la pochette de Thriller contre le look "quartier" (amélioré certes) de Bad. Enfin, il le confesse lui même, il a subit (au moins) une opération chirurgicale du nez durant cette période de "vide médiatique" pré-sortie de l'album.
L'album connut un succès mitigé (c'est mon préféré car les textes semblent empreints d'une certaine véracité) mais des ventes continuent malgré tout de s'enregistrer chaque jours même aujourd'hui. La tournée, elle, permit à jackson de montrer tout son talent scénique, sa force, son charisme.
Une fois la promo de l'album finie et la tournée achevée Michael repart en isolement pendant un certain temps (environt 4 ans à chaque fois), ce qui fait souvent dire aux mauvaises langues qu'il se réfugie dans sa tour d'ivoire. Certes, michael l'avoue lui même dans Earth Song (I used to dream, I used to glance beyond the stars, now I don't know where we are ...) mais aussi simplement pour se donner un break, respirer; tout simplement vivre mais également pour prendre parmis tous les textes qu'il écrit (en collaboration ou pas) les meilleurs devant figurer sur le prochain album.
IV. Dangerous... L'histoire d'une rumeur bien montée... le KKK responsable ?
L'album Dangerous est sorti en 1992. Chacun se souvient de cette partie du clip "dangerous" qui fut censurée par tous les médias parcequ'elle contenait des scènes violentes... Analyse... :
--- Michael sort du studio où il vient d'enregistrer dangerous, étant panthère, il se retransforme en homme. Commence quelques pas de danse dans la rue (faisant penser au décors de "the way you make me feel") ... Michael voit des inscriptions xenophobes sur une voiture et une croix juive sur la vitrine du magasin. Il monte sur la voiture exerce quelques pas de danse, arrache le volant, détruit la vitrine et casse les deux bare-brise du véhicule. travelling avant sur sa tête : "ignorance is prejudice". fin de la vidéo.--- Je vous laisse juger de la violence comparativement à ce qui passe à la télé dans les années 1990...
Les médias sont harcellés par des membres du kkk, des ligues fascistes qui pretextent l'amendement de la liberté d'expression si chère à nos vosins d'outre-atlantique...
De tout temps, michael ne s'est jamais caché pour apporter son soutien aux causes les plus nobles (usa for africa, help atlanta, heal L.A...) et sa "cause préférée" (lady Diana c'etait les mines anti-personnel et Sting la fôret amazonienne) c'est les enfants.
"think about I'm in the new generation and they say they want to make a better place for us..." (heal the world, intro).
"kids are our future, that's the reason of the creating of the Heal the World fundation. Its goals include providing medicine for children and fighting world hunger, drug and alcohol abuse, and child abuse" (heal the world fundation, opening press conference.)
L'une des plus importantes parmi celles qui soutient, c'est "Make-A-Wish Foundation". Une fondation chargée d'exhausser les derniers voeux d'enfant mourrant.ou gravement malades. Ainsi bon nombre d'entre-eux souhaitaient voir michael. Ce dernier, les accueillit chez lui ainsi que d'autres enfants défavoriés. De nombreux enfants ont toujours été présents dans la maison de michael, une sorte de paradis pour eux qu'est le neverland ranch. Comme l'explique son ami Mculay Culkins, c'est un château merveilleux où tout est fait pour être dépaysé, se retrouver dans un monde enchanteur avec toutes sorte de sodas, de friandises et de gateaux, des manèges et un cinéma personnel. Un disneyland à la maison.
Donc Michael est très souvent, y compris en tournée, entourés de gosses. L'un d'entre eux a déclaré auprès de la police de Santa-Barbara (dont le procureur était Tom schneddon) que Michael l'avait abusé sexuellement.
Au moment où l'affaire éclate, Michael est en pleine tournée. Traqué par les polices du monde et sous le coup d'un mandat d'arret international il arrête ses concerts et se réfugie avec l'aide de Liz Taylor dans une clinique privée suisse (ou anglaise, on ne le sait toujours pas). Il en ressort un mois plus tard, déclarant à la presse que les ragots, les anti-douleurs (qu'ils prenait au début après son accident d'avec Pepsi et qui s'était vite transformé en drogue) et la fatigue avaient eu raison de lui. L'aide de liz Taylor s'était bornée à trouver une clinique de désintoxication sérieuse et discrète.
Schneddon ayant abouti dans son enquête, il porte michael jackson devant un tribunal mais un detective privé (sans doute engagé par Liz ou un membre de la famille jackson) envoyé en faux émissaire de jackson arrive à faire admettre au père de la "victime" que, contre une très grosse somme d'argent, il était prêt à lache l'affaire.
Croyez vous qu'un père lacherait son fils contre de l'argent (surtout qu'il peut en gagner 100 fois plus) dans une affaire pareille s'il y avait la moindre preuve ?
Entre temps, michael est rentré aux US et a été photographié entièrement nu (de la tête aux pieds) pour les besoins de l'enquête. Lors de l'audience préliminaire, le gamin ne reconnaît ni le sexe, ni la main de jackson ce qui fait vasciller sérieusement la véracité de son témoignage. A l'issue de cette audience, le père du jeune garçon contacte l'avocat de jackson et lui annonce qu'il accepte le marché (l'avocat est surpris mais prend la peine de donner un rendez vous).
Bien que la somme soit restée secrète, le fait que michael ait finalement été lavé de tout soupçons et ait évité un procès qui aurait duré des années et aurait surement nuit encore plus à sa carrière bien compromise (avec le lache abandon de Pepsi et de Sony durant la tourmente, sans compter certains membres de sa famille et des personnalités qui l'ont "lachées") est une demi-victoire sur cette machination.
Malgrè tout ce que l'on pourra m'en dire, je suis convaincu qu'on a essayé de tuer "médiatiquement parlant" la pop-star en l'attaquant sur son côté le plus sensible : sa générosité, sa compassion, son amour de l'être humain, malgrè tout.
V. La remontée dans les charts ? mariage et vie de famille rangée d'abord !
Michael aété linché par les médias, y compris les plus sérieux durant cette période. Son charisme, sa gentillesse réputée furent balayés pour des termes moins angéliques. Michael se devait de se refaire "une santé" médiatique avant tout pour pouvoir relancer sa carrière. Il se maria donc avec Lisa Marie Presley rencontrée grâce à Janet sa soeur, et confidente de toujours. Le couple nouveau agaçait les tabloïds car ils ne pouvaient plus critiquer Jackson sur son mode de vie solitaire. L'album History, composé durant l'affaire du jeune garçon sorti peu avant la conclusion "heureuse" qu'elle connut. Jackson du se montrer en spectacle dans un interview qualibré avec soin par Diane Sawyer de ABC News. Michael et Lisa étaient réellement ensembles, ils s'aimaient et aller penser à faire des enfanrs car, oui, michael jackson savait faire l'amour à une femme.
Les ventes d'HIStory avaient démarrées faiblement aux Us mais lorsque le double-cd débarqua en Europe et en Asie, le king of Pop revint au devant de la scène pour autre chose que des allégations scabreuses... Une tournée fut organisée (ce qui me permit d'aller le voir (enfin) à Paris).
La tournée HIStory planifiée aux Us fut abandonnée, d'abord parceque le double-cd n'eut pas le succès escompté là bas et surtout parceque Michael qui commençait à être fatigué de la tournée Européennes n'y tenait pas.
Lisa et Michael divorcèrent 2 années après leur mariage, en Janvier 1996.
En novembre de la même année, il se mariait avec une amie de longue date, deborah Rowe qui devint mère de Prince-Michael son premier enfant et Paris-Katerine sa cadette.
Ending... (C pas fini !!)
Mais finalement, qui est michael Jackson ?
Pour ma part, je pense que c'est un ENFANT au cœur tendre qui a grandit trop vite, trop près des étoiles et du soleil sous lequel sa peau déjà meurtrie n'a pas su résister aux sirènes d'hollywood. Carnassier quand il s'agit du business, michael est sans nul doute un homme plein de contradictions.
Timide et ayant du charisme. s'isolant mais toujours sous le feu des projecteurs, comme une impossibilité d'y échapper mais comme un moustique attiré par la lumière.
Michael est, je pense, un être fragile mais doué d'une détermination à toute épreuve,un homme avec un cœur gros comme la terre entière.
6/11/2004 2:27 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
It’s the same with Michael Jackson. Loved, adored but yet mostly misunderstood, not even heard by some of his own fans, hated and haunted by the media and critics – so his present situation has to be described. Surely it is unavoidable and understandable that there are controversial opinions about Michael Jackson as well – as there are about every other entertainer. But is it necessary that each base of respect, right of privacy and the possibility to live in peace is forgotten at all when it comes to him? Is he really the horrifying monster the media proclaim him to be so passionately?
What has he done to be treated this way?
Michael Jackson is a prisoner of his own fame. His behavior and his way of life are just the outcome of nearly 40 years of showbusiness and of what WE made of him.
THE WILL AND THE READINESS TO CHANGE SOMETHING !
6/11/2004 2:27 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
My fans are my friends, they always have been and they always will be, even if its not on a personal level... so like we don't talk face to face but I know they are all ways there for me, every single living, breathing one of my fans I love each one of them like a member of my own family, like god loves each one of us on this earth... they know I love them ....each one of them for ever, even when I'm gone, most of them will still be here and they will help me to live on for ever... I cant make them know how much I love them, I dont love them as one whole being, I love them individually... thank you to all of you... I love you dearly."
~Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:28 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Hi! I am someone who like Michael Jackson a lot,and i would like to say this: If you don't like MJ,its your rights but please don't make stupid things like this! Saying MJ is a pervert!! Thats not true! People will see this and Think: well,michael must be a pervert if they say it on a site....» You know they think that what you write is the Gospel....! Its ridiculous,MJ is NOT a pervert! Sometimes, i understand that he could easely be a good target,but its not good to laugh at people!He is a good guy,and he dont deserve this! Theres a lot of people who love him and we dont like to see negatives things(its totally garbage) like that kicking down a true Legend.He gives millions and millions of dollars to help sick childrens.Michael don't have the profile of a pedophile.He is pure and caring.He see god in the face of childrens.What kind of pervert can see god in the face of childrens?! Maybe you were just jocking and stuff but kicking people down its not Gentle or mature.Its just a question of respect.Stop saying that he is a ''monster''or a ''pedophile'' ,that is all garbage! Thank you very much.
6/11/2004 2:29 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I cannot believe what enormous effort you have put into this. Thank you for putting together this fabulous party and for traveling from over 30 countries. I am deeply moved and touched by your love. I want you to know that I appreciate my fans not just on occasions like this-- but every day of my life. It is your presence, your faith and your loyalty that has given me great strength during difficult times, and it was you who inspired me to work hard and deliver, I owe you. (Pause) Over the years we became a family. You are all my family. My children are your children and all children of the world are our children and our responsibility. This is a time when a person reflects on the child that will always live inside him, but more importantly, the grown man that continues to emerge intellectually, but never lost his child-like innocence. A lot of what you'll be seeing from me in the future will celebrate the youthful imagination that has always been a part of who I am, but also the adult perspective of a father and artist and member of our community. My birthday wish is that you, my fans, will join me in some new undertakings and that we all travel into a bright future together. I feel young enough to look into the future with great optimism:
-- I have assembled a fresh team of good-hearted, loyal and competent people from quite different backgrounds. They are working in great harmony and with a true team spirit. And they have you, the fans, on the top of their list.
Give them some time and you will see:
-- A new official Web site, a variety of official merchandise, an "MJ" clothing line for all ages, a fan communication center and -- perhaps a surprise.
-- We promise to make "Neverland" more accessible to the fans and to work something out so we can stay in touch.
-- We also want your input, ideas and criticism.
Whenever there was injustice to me, you were always there and I love you forever for this.
A few hours ago I left the studio. I am working on new music (pause) ... and new short and feature films ... (pause) and ... you'll see! All I can promise you is that I will make you all proud of being a Michael Jackson fan. Before I say good-bye, I wish to tell my fans about a new philanthropic project that is close to my heart: It is aimed to help young people, it is about mentoring. Today's world has many problems. Many of them are hard to solve. They require money, manpower, expertise, equipment and so on but what they require most is people who have the will to take them on. People that will not give up until the job is done. I trust the young generations (those way below 45) to address those problems and to find solutions. Solutions nobody ever thought about before. That is why I urge all young people to "go for their dreams." If they do, many problems will be solved. In partnership with several highly accomplished people we will -- before year end -- launch a new philanthropic organization. While I am not yet able to give you more details, I can tell you its name:
"GO FOR YOUR DREAMS!"
(throw hats)
I am telling you first because I hope that you will join me and make this undertaking a worldwide success. It would make me extremely proud if you, the fans, would become ambassadors for "Go for your dreams!" all over the world. But now, I hope you all enjoy the party and have fun. Life is terrific! You are the best -- but remember the best is yet to come! Thank you so much again. I love you from the bottom of my heart."
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:29 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
“…I remember a long time ago in Indiana, [when I was] like 6 or 7 years old, and I had a dream that I wanted to be a performer, you know, an entertainer and whenever I’d be asleep at night, and my mother would wake me up and say, ‘Michael, Michael, James Brown is on TV!’ I would jump out of bed and I’d just stare at the screen and I’d do every twist, every turn, every bump, every grind. And it was Jackie Wilson; the list goes on and on you know, just phenomenal, unlimited, great talent. It’s very sad to see that these artists really are penniless because they created so much joy for the world and the system, beginning with the record companies, totally took advantage of them. And it’s not like they always say: ‘they built a big house,’ ‘they spent a lot of money,’ ‘they bought a lot of cars’--that’s stupid, it’s an excuse. That’s nothing compared to what artists make. And I just need you to know that this is very important, what we’re fighting for because I’m tired. I’m really, really tired of the manipulation. I’m tired of how the press is manipulating everything that’s been happening in this situation. They do not tell the truth, they’re liars. And they manipulate our history books. Our history books are not true, it’s a lie. The history books are lies, you need to know that. You must know that. All the forms of popular music from jazz, to Hip Hop to Bebop to Soul, you know, to talking about the different dances from the Cake Walk to the Jitter Bug to the Charleston to Break Dancing—all these are forms of Black dancing! What’s more important than giving people a sense of escapism, and escapism meaning entertainment? What would we be like without a song? What would we be like without a dance, joy and laughter and music? These things are very important, but if we go to the bookstore down on the corner, you won’t see one Black person on the cover. You’ll see Elvis Presley. You’ll see the Rolling Stones. But where are the real pioneers who started it? Otis Blackwell was a prolific phenomenal writer. He wrote some of the greatest Elvis Presley songs ever. And this was a Black man. He died penniless and no one knows about this man, that is, they didn’t write one book about him that I know of because I’ve search all over the world. And I met his daughter today, and I was to honored. To me it was on the same level of meeting the Queen of England when I met her.
But I’m here to speak for all injustice. You gotta remember something, the minute I started breaking the all-time record in record sales—I broke Elvis’s records, I broke the Beatles’ records—the minute [they] became the all-time best selling albums in the history of the Guinness Book of World Records, overnight they called me a freak, they called me a homosexual, they called me a child molester, they said I tried to bleach my skin. They did everything to try to turn the public against me. This is all a complete conspiracy, you have to know that. I know my race. I just look in the mirror, I know I’m Black. It’s time for a change. And let’s not leave this building and forget what has been said. Put it into your heart, put it into your conscious mind, and let’s do something about it. We have to! It’s been a long, long time coming and a change has got to come. So let’s hold our torches high and get the respect that we deserve. I love you. I love you. Please don’t put this in your heart today and forget it tomorrow. We will have not accomplished our purpose if that happens. This has got to stop! It’s got to stop, that’s why I’m here with the best to make sure that it stops. I love you folks. And remember: we’re all brothers and sisters, no matter what color we are."
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:30 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Let me tell you about Michael….I can talk about him for so long. But I'll try to tell you the most important things about him…
Michael's family: mom Katherine & father Joseph, sisters: Rebbie, La Toya, Janet and brothers: Jacky, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, Randy. They lived in a small 4-room house in Gary, Indiana. Michael (see his photo Michael in childhood) sang in public for the first time when he was 5. Since that time he has always been in the public eye. Michael's father wanted all his sons to be professional musicians. As The Jackson 5 they became professional when Michael was 8 years old. They moved to Detroit and became the best-selling group of Motown Records. When Michael started to sing in *The Jackson 5* he was only 5 years old and he couldn't understand a great deal of what was going around him. People made a lot of decisions concerning his life and he didn't take part in it. Michael just loved to sing. He wasn't forced into this business. He worked a lot and he did it because he enjoyed it, because it was natural for him.
There were times when he came home from school and he only had time to put his books and get ready for the studio. He often sang until late at night, even if it was past his bedtime. There was a park across the street from the studio, and Michael looked at the kids playing games. And he just stared at them in wonder - he couldn't imagine such freedom such a carefree life…
But he didn't work in vain. He learned a lot. He had to struggle, he had to sacrifice a lot. Now he says about himself that he feels like an old soul, someone who has seen a lot and experienced a lot. Someone may say he is *the child who never grew up*, but I think he is a grown-up who has never allowed to be a child. Never judge anyone if you don't know that man. Don't discuss what you read in a magazine about Michael or saw on the TV screen, don't make it factual. Never buy tabloids. That's NOT true!!! Don't allow them to fool you. Better think of good things, which were made by him.
Everyone knows that Michael cares about all children of the World, he has *Heal The World* & *Heal The Kids* foundations to help children. Just look at these photos!!!!!! He always tries to visit children's homes, children's hospitals to show them his love & care, to present toys, to pay for the treatment, just to smile for them…. Yes, Michael is like child in his soul, but that is his fate to compensate for the childhood he has never known. I think all people of the World must try to be like children in their souls, to be kind & naive. That's what we lose when we grow up!
Michael lives in California, in a magic place called *The Neverland Ranch Valley*. He lives with his 3 children (Prince, Paris and little son). He creates a great music, that's why he was called *The King of Pop, Rock & Soul*. He is *The best selling male pop-artist of all time*. And now he also wants to try himself in creating movies.I hope my page will let you know Michael better, enjoy his magic and talent he's giving to the World.....
6/11/2004 2:30 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael says:
"I love the fans, I love the kids, I love the babies, and that's what give me my inspiration, the children, the babies, the fans. I love them very much."
"More peace into the world. I pray for peace all the time. And the most important thing I pray for is protection for children and babies. That's the thing that concerns me the most, I like them to be protected and to have more children's rights in the world, where children, you know, where there's a day for children, a celebration for children. Give them a little more attention and love."
"I would love to see an international children's holiday to honor our children, because the family bond has been broken. There's a Mother's Day, and there's a Father's Day, but there's no children's day. It would mean a lot. It really would. World peace. I hope that our next generation will get to see a peaceful world, not the way things are going now."
"We should forge and create a children's day, a celebration Internationally, where children are honored. Where parents can take their children to the movies or to the toy store or to the park. And that, alone, will create a bonding. Because the family bond has been broken. They don't eat with their children or speak to their children much anymore, or mother their children. And I would love to see a celebration for children."
"It is self-evident that children are thundering against the neglect, quaking against the indifference and crying out just to be noticed."
"Recreate the parent/child bond, renew its promise and light the way forward for all the beautiful children who are destined one day to walk this earth."
"Do I really think that we can heal our children, the same children who can enter their schools with guns and hatred and shoot down their classmates, like they did at Columbine ? Or children who can beat a defenseless toddler to death, like the tragic story of Jamie Bulger ? Of course I do." "So that love will finally be restored to a desolate and lonely world."
6/11/2004 2:31 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am a girl who like and understand Michael Jackson...i would like to say this: Why do you write such horrible things like this!!! If you don't like MJ,its your rights but please don't make stupid things like this!Macking fun of Michael Jackson!!Thats not right!! People will see this and Think: well,michael is a looser....» You know they think that what you write is the Gospel....! Its ridiculous,stop locking at his apparence!! He have a beautiful personnality! Plus,he have done so much for this world. Sometimes, i understand that he could easely be a good target,but its not good to laugh at people!He is a good guy,and he dont deserve this! Theres a lot of people who love him and we dont like to see negatives things(its totally garbage) like that kicking down a true Legend.He gives millions and millions of dollars to help sick childrens.He is pure and caring.! PLEASE SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT! HE DESERVES IT! DON´T BE AS DAMN DISRESPECTFUL LIKE THE PRESS! THEY ARE DISGUSTING! HE IS SO GOOD HEARTED! first you judge his face, his look - things which are not important at all - and spread this THINGS you WRITE AND you ALWAYS WRITE NOTHING BUT LIES ABOUT HIM!ARE you TRYING TO RUIN HIS LIFE? PLEASE DON´T BELIEVE ALL THE WEIRD AND STRANGE AND MEAN THINGS THEY ARE WRITING ABOUT HIM, PLEASE! You WRITE SO MEAN AND VICIOUS THINGS AND MICHAEL DOES NOT DESERVE IT! HE HAS DONE SOOO MUCH WONDERFUL THINGS FOR THIS PLANET AND FOR THE HUMAN BEINGS . Maybe you were just jocking and stuff but kicking people down its not Gentle or mature.We ask you to treat Michael Jackson with the respect
he gains for being what he is. And here we don't talk
about success.
Again, we're talking about respect. And he doesn't
have to earn that, he already gained it during all
those years.
Thank you very much for understanding.
6/11/2004 2:32 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Hi! I am only 15 years old and i know a lots more about MJ then you do.I adore childrens.Do you know why many of you think Michael Jackson is guilty? Well, THAT IS BECAUSE YOU READ AND BELIEVE WHAT THE LYING TABLOIDS AND MAGAZINES ARE SAYING BECAUSE THEY WRITE ABOUT HIM LIKE HE IS GUILTY! AND IT IS A BIG, BIG SHAME! BUT HE IS NOT AND HE WILL BE PROVEN INNOCENT AND I THINK YOU ALL SHOULD GET A GRIP AND SHOW SOME RESPECT FOR MICHAEL AND AT LEAST GIVE HIM THE BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT AND NOT TREAT HIM LIKE A CRIMINAL BUT BELIVE HIS INNOCENT UNTIL THE OPOSITE IS PROVEN!!! GIVE HIM AT LEAST THAT! GIVE HIM SOME TRUST! THE MAN WHO HASN’T DONE ANYTHING TO ANYONE BUT GIVEN LOVE AND HAPPINESS! MICHAEL HAS BECOME A TARGET FOR THE PRESS WHO ONLY WANT TO BREAK HIM DOWN! GIVE THE MAN A BREAK AND GIVE HIM SOME CREDIT AND DON’T EVER FORGET ALL THE THINGS HE HAS DONE FOR US, AND FOR THE CHILDREN! DON’T EVER FORGET HOW GREAT THIS MAN ISREALLY IS, BECAUSE HE DOES NOT DESERVE THIS!
Michael Jackson is the TRUE KING OF POP, ROCK AND SOUL & ENTERTAINMENT, NOW AND FOREVER! HE IS THE BIGGEST SELLING ARTIST OF ALL TIME AND THE GREATEST SINGER, SONGWRITER AND DANCER IN THE WORLD! HE IS NOT AS WEIRD AND BIZARRE AS THE PRESS SAY HE IS! PEOPLE JUST THINK THAT BECAUSE THEY BELIEVE ALL THE STUPID THINGS THEY WRITE AND THEY ALWAYS WRITE NOTHING BUT LIES ABOUT HIM! THEY ARE TRYING TO RUIN HIS LIFE! PLEASE DON´T BELIEVE ALL THE WEIRD AND STRANGE AND MEAN THINGS THEY ARE WRITING ABOUT HIM, PLEASE! THEY WRITE SO MEAN AND VICIOUS THINGS AND MICHAEL DOES NOT DESERVE IT! HE HAS DONE SOOO MUCH WONDERFUL THINGS FOR THIS PLANET AND FOR THE HUMAN BEINGS ESPECIALLY THE CHILDREN! PLEASE SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT! HE DESERVES IT! DON´T BE AS DAMN DISRESPECTFUL LIKE THE PRESS! THEY ARE DISGUSTING! MICHAEL IS THE MOST LOVING AND CARING PERSON IN THE WORLD! HE IS SO GOOD HEARTED! THE TRUE KING OF POP AND THE REAL MAN OF MUSIC! MICHAEL WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS! SHOW HIM SOME RESPECT!!!!Michael Jackson in the best. The one and the only king of pop. A wonderful person. A great dad. An invincible performer. A perfect gentleman and one of the nicest and the greatest man who have ever hit this planet.The one-gloved wonder has thrilled us for decades with his earth-shattering performances, timeless string of pop hits and zany antics. Plus, he has nothing but love for the children of the world. Loved, adored but yet mostly misunderstood, not even heard by some of his own fans, hated and haunted by the media and critics – so his present situation has to be described. Surely it is unavoidable and understandable that there are controversial opinions about Michael Jackson as well
– as there are about every other entertainer. But is it necessary that each base of respect, right of privacy and the possibility to live in peace is forgotten at all when it comes to him? Is he really the horrifying monster the media proclaim him to be so passionately?
What has he done to be treated this way?
Michael Jackson is a prisoner of his own fame. His behavior and his way of life are just the outcome of nearly 40 years of showbusiness and of what WE made of him.
It’s time to get aware of that and to understand it.
I am really sad that many don’t understand or don’t want to see what this man is actually trying to tell us: ”People look, I show you that I am for peace and freedom, that it’s worth it to fight against famine and poverty, for a world in which many people would feel more comfortable!” I understand Michael in this case also in a symbolic way, because mostly his gestures are enough to express what moves his warm heart. Everybody is laughing at him that he would like to heal the world. But to tell the truth, he was always just talking of a ‘we’! He would then like to do it with us(!). Why does mankind always think in such a negative way about him? Do we have nothing else to do but to be cruel to this person? Has he ever committed a crime that justifies such a humiliation we - the public - are doing to him? Maybe because he had operated his face like thousands of other people in this world? Maybe because he’s the biggest pop-star of all times? Or because he tries to live differently, the way HE would like to, because he feels more secure in the company of children and animals? Is it this that allows us to treat him as he was the freak of nature? I have the impression that we, with our spurning make Michael Jackson the figure of fun of the century. Is that our expression of thankfulness for his music, with which he delights us and makes us richer now already since nearly 40 years???!!!
Sure, it’s easy to attack and mock at something or someone one doesn’t understand or doesn’t want to understand, just because it’s ‘in’ to run him down. But before we are laughing at Michael Jackson, we all must put down our mask and ask ourselves seriously why he is doing that, why he slips away from the grown up’s world and flees into his own world in which he is surrounded by children and animals - why he seems to be eccentric. There’s much more behind it than just wanting to catch up on his childhood!
I think for a long time Michael has lost his trust in the adults. Everybody who meets Michael swears him his incredible love and adoration. However the sad truth is that everyone who gets in contact with him wants something from his personality and may it be just so little.
Business people only see the money they can earn with him, tabloid magazines always just want new headlines and even his insatiable fans are not excepted – even when they just want to see him, for Michael this always means: to give, give and once again give! But among children and animals he is together with living beings whom he gives love and also gets it back in the same way! No fan could do this, everybody should be so honest towards himself to confess that. Because with children and animals Michael doesn’t need to have any idea at the back of his mind: “Well, what do they want now?”, or “Can I trust this person?!”
I think Michael personifies the wish and the will to maintain harmony and peacefulness in living together. There it’s just too understandable that he denies himself from our so false world! But nevertheless Michael has done so much Good to the world and nearly always he got a kick in the backside. How many abuse him with “Wacko Jacko” or child molestor and forget that they don’t even know him and just hear it from other people which are only interested in the hottest and most disreputable stories about Michael Jackson. How naive and coward to run somebody down who is not standing face to face to you and is so unreachable for us ‘normal people’! One thing is sure: the music field is a hard business and also requires negative headlines that are good for publicity so that one is talked about everywhere! In spite of that no other star is being so much jeered at and laughed at! We mustn’t tell the world that Michael is a child molestor but bring them near that he is a good man; a man who of course also has failings like you and me. One of his biggest is to gobble up all his sorrows, to blame himself in most cases and run away what for example made him believe that he had to get his nose operated. That’s very sad and shows how sick his soul has become. Like ours it also longs for affection and safety! We mustn’t see Michael just as an amusing object of mockery, we should never forget that in spite of all the idolization by his fans,
all his surgeries and all of his behaviours, he’s still a human being! A creature witch feelings just like you and me! And only because we nearly can’t imagine how one can live like Michael Jackson does, we’re not allowed to kick his human rights and treat him like a piece of cattle! Let us first begin to understand him! I know that all this machinery around Michael Jackson also often promotes his idolization that leads many people to the opinion that he sees himself as God and doesn’t know where he’s coming from. But even here we, as the public, are not totally innocent, when we first just think about how unlikely it is that somebody walks up to Michael and tells him how horrible he thinks he is. Most of the people, no matter if fan or not fan, are so fascinated if they just see ‘the’ Michael Jackson that they cannot say a word and just stare at him or go absolutely crazy as if he was a living God. Ah, so suddenly a God, yet? Don’t let us fool ourselves! Michael Jackson is a kind of God; a myth you can say, with whom everybody in this world associates something, may it be through his music or through all the rumours or his way of life. Don’t you think he feels what the people suppose him to be when they’re staring at him every day and nearly everytime one tells him how much he/she loves and idolises him? And: who from most of the people of the world today would still be interested in a Michael Jackson who wouldn’t be something like a Pop-God in everydays talk with most spectacular performances and excentric behaviour? That is once more an evidence how bad we people really are. I think we finally have to put our blue-eyedness aside and show Michael Jackson the respect he should have deserved a long time ago! With this I don’t mean to see him as faultless and as the rescuer of the world, but to appreciate and honour him for what he’s doing for this world. How many pop stars found organisations and donate money for several causes. But Michael instead day by day visits sick children or animals to make them happy; not to assure his image as a pop star, much more because it makes him happy to see the shining eyes of these ill beings when he can bring a light in their hopeless fate with his visit! Meanwhile he makes music in the first place to unite people and music cultures; to make the world aware what’s happening around us. He cares for the beings for whom hardly noone else shows interest because they were pushed aside to the outside of our cold society.
Look in Michael Jacksons face and you will only see what showbusiness has made out of him and his soul over 40 years. But look in this man’s eyes and look after his inside values, then you can very quickly find out what good intentions he, who seems so excentric to us, really has. So often he gives us messages through gestures, songs or poems which remain nearly everytime unheard because we are blind and don’t recognise such quiet hints anymore. I want to say to all of you: open your eyes and ask yourselves this questions, start with yourself! What right do you have to build us an opinion about Michael Jackson and to judge him or even want something from him? Already he gave to you and the world so much with his music, and personally he did never do harm to anyone! Who are you that especially with this man you forget your humanity?! Those of you who now think about how rash they always judged about ‘the’ Michael Jackson in the past, have just awaken a piece of humanity in themselves and for the first time used their heart and brain!
That was only my opinion...i respect yours but if you think that Michael Jackson(again forget everything you may hear when i say this name)is a pedophile...you are wrong.You have no idea.
6/11/2004 2:33 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael is one of the most dedicated artists who has kept his fans for so many years. He has helped so many sick children in this world. He also loves his fans very much. The fans are very crazy over him. When I saw him I froze. I thought to myself this is really him. It was all there. The fans loved it. He has this special aura that drives the fans abseloutely nuts. He is simply a legend!
6/11/2004 2:33 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
"When I'm not onstage, I'm not the same. I'm different. I think I'm some kinda stage addict. When I can't get onto a stage for a long time, I have fits and get real crazy. I start crying, and I act weird and all freaked out. No kiddin', I do. I start to dancin' round the house." And also, I want to tell the readers not to judge a person by what they hear, or even what they read, unless they heard it from the person himself. There is so much tabloid sensationalism. Don't fall prey to it, it's ugly. I'd like to take all the tabloids and burn them. I want you to print that! Some of them try to disguise themselves, but they are still the tabloids.
Never believe the tabloid garbage. Don't waste your time, don't waste your money. No, it's not true. If you hear it from my lips, then you can believe it. But no, it's not true.
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:34 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
TABLOIDS
It's slander
With the words you use
You're a parasite in black and white
Do anything for news
If you don't go and buy it
Then they won't glorify it
To read it sanctifies it
Then why do we keep foolin' ourselves
Just because you read it in a magazine
Or see it on the TV screen
Don't make it factual
Everybody wants to read all about it
Just because you read it in a magazine
Or see it on the TV screen
Don't make it factual
See, but everybody wants to believe all about it
6/11/2004 2:35 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Neverland
All over the walls of my room are pictures of Peter Pan. I've read everything that Barrie wrote. I totally identify with Peter Pan, the lost boy from Never Neverland." (Michael Jackson)
The first time Michael saw the beautiful valley of Santa Ynez, 150 kilometers away from Santa Barbara in California, was in 1983 during the production of the video "Say Say Say" with Paul McCartney. In 1988 he could buy the "Sycomore Valley Ranch" in neighbourhood to Ronald and Nancy Reagan. A new name was quickly found - Neverland Valley Ranch inspired from one of his most beloved books Peter Pan. Michael made the ranch to a kind of paradise. It's a full scale amusement park with Ferris Wheel, The Wipeout, Bumper cars and Sea Dragon. And it's also a colourful park with thousends of flowers, statues, little forrests and lakes. In a zoo you can find many animals like monkeys, lions, white tigers, elephants and many cats, who are living in the yalley. There is also an private film theater and, of course, Michael's house. Some people wonder about this "childishness". But Michael claims, that he compensates his own lost childhood. "Well, it brings out the child that lives in everybody. I love rides and things like that and I share it with the children." But he not uses all this only for himself and his own children. Every three weeks the parks opens the doors for ill or underpriviledged children.
Car bumpers enjoy!"People wonder why I always have children around, because I find the thing that I never had through them, you know Disneyland, amusement parks, arcade games. I adore all that stuff because when I was little it was always work, work, work from one concert to the next, if it wasn't a concert it was the recording studio, if it wasn't that it was TV shows or interviews or picture sessions. There was always something to do." "We have children that come who are - who intravenously - they are very sick, bedridden."
In Neverland "I'm trying to imitate Jesus in the fact that he said to be like children, to love children, to be as pure as children, and to make yourself as innocent and to see the world through eyes of wonderment and the whole magical quality of it all and I love that. And we'll have like a hundred bald headed children, they all have cancer, and they're all running around.
What Michael is thinking about art
I am committed to my art. I believe that all art has as its ultimate goal the union between the material and the spiritual, the human and the divine. I believe that to be the reason for the very existence of art. (1993)
Songwriting is a very frustrating art form. You have to get on tape exactly what's playing in your head. When I hear it up here in my head, it's wonderful. I have to transcribe that onto tape. "The Girl is Mine" wasn't completely what I wanted, but it's very nice. But "Billie Jean" is there. I worked so hard on that. I worked for three weeks on the bass lick alone. (1999)
What Michael is thinking about family
I love my family very much. I wish I could see them a little more often than I do. But we understand because we're a show business family and we all work. We do have family day when we all get together, we pick a person's house, it might be Jermaine's house or Marlon's house or Tito's house and everyone will come together in fellowship and love each other and talk and catch up on who's doing what. (1993)
What Michael is thinking about Cartoons
I'm a collector of cartoons. All the Disney stuff, Bugs Bunny, the old MGM ones. It's real escapism, it's like everything's alright. It's like the world is happening now in a far away city. Everything's fine.
I like Batman a lot... If I could choose one, it would be Morph, from the X-Men. He can become anything ... He constantly transforms himself. I think he can even teleport, which is interesting and exciting to me. He's not as popular as the others, but that makes him exciting. (1995)
I love movies my dream is to make films, not only act and sing but to produce them as well. And I love animation. (1995)
What Michael is thinking about himself
I do disguises for different reasons. I like to study people - be like the fly on the wall. Even if it's two old ladies sitting on a bench or some kids on a swing. Because I don't know what it's like to fit in an everyday life situation. (1999)
One time I was in a record store, completely disguised, and these girls were pulling out my album, talking all about me. I was literally next to them. It was wonderful. I loved it. But if I go out as myself, I can't have fun. People always say, "Why don't we just go to a party?" Soon as I step in, the party's over -for me. It's a party for them, but they are all putting their cards on my face, saying, "Remember me? I met you four years ago at…" and I say, "I don't remember." So I can't enjoy the experience. They play all my songs. I didn't come to hear my music. And everybody starts chanting "Dance!" "Well, I want to see YOU dance for a change." (1999)
I'm never pleased with anything, I'm a perfectionist, it's part of who I am. (1993)
I believe in my work, like I said, I have great confidence in my dreams. When I have a great idea I have an iron will. (1995)
It's sad to get caught up in the past. That's why I don't put awards in my house. No gold records, no Grammys. They are in storage. I don't like to be puffed up with pride, 'cause i'd feel like I don't have anymore things to reach for. And that's not true. (1999)
Well, I usually am happy. I don't let anything get me down, no matter what. I like to hear the sound of water and birds chirping and laughter, you know. I love all the real natural, innocent things. I would never go to a party or a club. I did that when I was a kid, and I don't care to do it anymore. (1999)
What Michael is thinking about being on stage
When we do a concert, and there's like a hundred thousand people out there, and you see a sea of people singing there, all in unison, holding up candles, and, you go, wow! You know it's, it really makes your heart happy and that's what really makes me feel like everything's OK. (1995)
I wouldn't say I was sexy! But I guess that's fine if that's what they say. I like that in concert. That's neat. (1983)
What Michael is thinking about music
To be honest, my first love and appreciation for music was classical, in kindergarten. I used to listen to Tchaikovsky every day. The great writing of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, and many others. I love the showtunes. (1995)
We never had music or dance lessons in our house, ever. We were a family that sang all the time. We watched television. We would entertain ourselves... We would take all the furniture out of the living room and dance. I think you're pretty much born with a gift and you are compelled to create. That is what I have always felt. I remember making up songs when I was really little. I remember when I was little there was rain outside and we would make up songs. Janet and I would have a songwriting game while we washed the dishes...while we were cleaning. I think most kids don't do that these days. It was our destiny. (1995)
The process [in creating a ryhythm] is creating a vocal rhythm to a click track - which is a sound, a timed beat. And you're doing these mouth sounds to that beat. These sounds can be looped according to how you sample it in the computer again and again. This is your foundation for the entire track - everything plays off this. It's the rhythm, like the beatbox rhythm. Every song I've written since I was very little I've done that way. I still do it that way. (1995)
Music started with nature. Music is nature. Birds make music. Oceans make music. Wind makes music, Any natural sound is music. And that's where it started.. You see, we're just making a replica of nature, which is the sounds we hear outside. (1999)
I just try to write wonderful music; and if they love it, they love it. I don't think about any demographic. The record company tries to get me to think that way, but I just do what I would enjoy hearing. (1999)
I think the best work is coming, but I would like to go into other areas, not keep doing album after pop album. (1999)
What Michael is thinking about ignorance
I'm prejudiced against ignorance. That's what I'm mainly prejudiced against. It's only ignorance and it's taught because it's not genetic at all. The little children in those countries aren't prejudiced. I would like for you to put this in quotes, too. I'm really not a prejudiced person at all. I believe that people should think about God more and creation. ... Look at the many wonders inside the human body-the different colors of organs, colors of blood-and all these different colors do a different thing in the human body. It's the most incredible system in the world; it makes an incredible building, the human being. And if this can happen with the human body, why can't we do it as people? And that's how I feel. And that's why I wish the world could do more. That's the only thing I hate. I really do. (1984)
What Michael is thinking about religion
I believe in the Bible and I try to follow the Bible. I know I'm an imperfect person... I'm not making myself an angel because I'm not an ngel and I'm not a devil either. I try to be the best I can and I try to do what I think is right. It's that simple. And I do believe in God. (1984)
I pray every night. I don't just pray at night. I pray at different times during the day. When I see something beautiful, whenever I see beautiful scenery - like when I'm flying or something - I say, oh, God, that's beautiful. And I always say little prayers like that all through the day. I love beauty. (1984)
What Michael is thinking about animals
I find in animals the same thing I find so wonderful in children. That purity, that honesty, where they don't judge you, they just want to be your friend. I think that is so sweet. (1993)
God created animals and they are loving, they are beautiful. I feel the way anthropologist Jane Goodall does, or any of those naturalists. I don't find my interest in animal weird or strange at all. (1999)
What Michael is thinking about drugs
In the field I'm in, there is a lot of that and it gets offered to me all the time. People even go as far as to just... stick it in your pocket and walk off. Now, if it was a good thing, they wouldn't do that... I mean, would somebody drop something beautiful in my pocket and just walk off? But I don't want to have anything to do with any of that. I mean, as corny as it sounds, but this is how I really believe: Natural highs are the greatest highs in the world... Who wants to take something and just sit around for the rest of the day after you take it [drugs], and don't know who you are, what you're doing, where you are? Take in something that's gonna inspire you to do greater things in the world. (1984)
What Michael is thinking about politics
I never get into politics. But I think music soothes the savage beast. If you put cells under a microscope and you put music on, you'll see them move and start to dance. It affects the soul.... I hear music in everything. (1992)
Himself
I do disguises for different reasons. I like to study people - be like the fly on the wall. Even if it's two old ladies sitting on a bench or some kids on a swing. Because I don't know what it's like to fit in an everyday life situation. (1999)
One time I was in a record store, completely disguised, and these girls were pulling out my album, talking all about me. I was literally next to them. It was wonderful. I loved it. But if I go out as my self, I can't have fun. People always say, "Why don't we just go to a party?" As soon as I step in, the party's over -for me. It's a party for them, but they are all putting cards on my face, saying, "Remember me? I met you four years ago at....." and I say "I don't remember" So I can't enjoy the experience. They play all my songs. I didn't come to hear my music. And everybody starts chanting "Dance!" "Well, I want to see YOU dance for a change." (1999)
I'm never pleased with anything, I'm a perfectionist, it's part of who I am. (1993)
It's sad to get caught up in the past. That's why I don't put awards in my house. No gold records, no Grammys. They are in storage. I don't like to be puffed up with pride, 'cause I'd feel like I don't have anymore things to reach for. And that's not true. (1999)
Being On Stage
When we do a concert, and there's like a hundred thousand people out there, and you see a sea of people singing, all in unision, holding up candles, and, you go, wow! You know it's, it really makes your heart happy and that's what really makes me feel like everything's OK. (1995)
I wouldn't say I was sexy! But I guess that's fine if that's what they say. I like that in concert. That's neat. (1983)
Family
I love my family very much. I wish I could see them a little more often than I do. But we understand because we're a show business family and we all work. We do have family day when we all get together, we pick a person's house, it might be Jermaine's house or Marlon's house or Tito's house and everyone will come together in fellowship and love each other and talk and catch up on who's doing what. (1993)
Scene
"When it's time to go off, I don't want to. I could stay up there forever. It's the same thing with making a movie. What's wonderful about a film is that you can become another person. I love to forget. And lots of times, you totally forget. It's like automatic pilot. I mean--whew." "But once I get up there, I take control of myself. Being onstage is magic. There's nothing like it. You feel the energy of everbody who's out there. You feel it all over your body. When the lights hit you, it's all over, I swear it is."
Movies
"That's what I loved about doing E.T. I was actually there. The next day, I missed him a lot. I wanted to go back to that spot I was yesterday in the forest. I wanted to be there. The first time I saw E.T., I melted through the whole thing," he says. "The second time, I cried like crazy. And then, in doing the narration, I felt like I was there with them, like behind a tree or something, watching everything that happened." "When it's time to go off, I don't want to. I could stay up there forever. It's the same thing with making a movie. What's wonderful about a film is that you can become another person. I love to forget. And lots of times, you totally forget. It's like automatic pilot. I mean--whew."
Manikins
"I guess I want to bring them to life. I like to imagine talking to them. You know what I think it is? Yeah, I think I'll say it. I think I'm accompanying myself with friends I never had. I probably have two friends. And I just got them. Being an entertainer, you just can't tell who is your friend. And they see you so differently. A star instead of a next-door neighbor. That's what it is. I surround myself with people I want to be my friends. And I can do that with manikins. I'll talk to them."
"He spends a lot of time, too much time, by himself. I try to get him out. I rented a boat and took my children and Michael on a cruise. Michael has a lot of people around him, but he's very afraid. I don't know why. I think it came from the early days."
"Michael reminds me of the walking wounded. He's an extremely fragile person. I think that just getting on with life, making contact with people, is hard enough, much less to be worried about whither goest the world.
"I remember driving with him one day, and I said, 'God, Michael, I wish I could find a movie I could produce for you.' And suddenly I knew. I said, 'I know what you've got to do. It's Peter Pan.' Tears welled up in his eyes and he said, 'Why did you say that?' with this ferocity. I said, 'I realize you're Peter Pan.' And he started to cry and said, 'You know, all over the walls of my room are pictures of Peter Pan. I've read eerything that [author J.M.] Barrie wrote. I totally identify with Peter Pan, the lost boy of neven-never land.'"Hearing that Francis Coppola may be doing a film version, Fonda sent word to him that he must talk to Michael Jackson. "Oh, I can see him," she says, "leading lost children into a world of fantasy and magic."
"He was so energetic that at five years old, he was like a leader," says Jackie, at thirty-one the oldest brother. "We saw that. So we said, 'Hey Michael, you be the lead guy.' The audience ate it up. He was into those James Brown things at the time, you know. The speed was the thing. He would see somebody do something, and he could do it right away."
"It was sort of frightening," his mother says. "He was so young. He didn't go out and play much. So if you want me to tell you the truth, I don't know where he got it. He just knew."
By the age of seven, Michael was a dance monster, working out the choreography for the whole group. Local gigs were giving way to opening slots at larger halls in distant cities. Joe Jackson spent weekends and evenings as chauffeur, road manager, agent and coach. He taught Michael how to work a stage and handle a mike. Michael does not remember his father making it fun; the boys always knew it was work. Rules were strict. Grades had to be kept up, even with five shows a night, or the offender would be yanked off the road. When Motown called, Joe took the boys to Detroit, and Katherine stayed in Gary with the rest of the children. She says she never really worried about her children until she went to a show and heard the screams from the audience. "Every time I'd go to a concert I'd worry, because sometimes the girls would get onstage and I'd have top watch them tearing at Michael. He was so small, and they were so big."
"Michael is one of the last living innocents who is in complete control of his life. I've never seen anybody like Michael. He's an emotional star child."
CARTOONS ARE FLASHING SILENTLY ACROSS THE GIANT screen that glows in the darkened den. Michael mentions that he loves cartoons. In fact, he loves all things "magic." This definition is wide enough to include from Bambi to James Brown.
"He's so magic," Michael says of Brown, admitting that be patterned his own quicksilver choreography on the Godfather's classic bag of stage moves. "I'd be in the wings when I was like six or seven. I'd sit there and watch him. He's the most electrifying. He can take an audience anywhere he wants to. The audience just went bananas. He went wild--and at his age. He gets so out of himself."
"I'm a collector of cartoons," he says. "All the Disney stuff, Bugs Bunny, the old MGM ones. I've only met one person who has a bigger collection than I do, and I was surprised--PaulMcCartney. He's a cartoon fanatic. Whenever I go to his house, we watch cartoons. When we came here to work on my album, we rented all these cartoons from the studio, Dumbo and some other stuff. It's real escapism. It's like everything's all right. It's like the world is happening now in a faraway city. Everything's fine.
FACTS
6/11/2004 2:36 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
They Say I'm Different
They Don't Understand
But There's A Bigger Problem
That's Much More In Demand
You Got World Hunger
Not Enough To Eat
So There's Really No Time
To Be Trippin' On Me
You Got School Teachers
Who Don't Wanna Teach
You Got Grown People
Who Can't Write Or Read
You Got Strange Diseases
Ah But There's No Cure
You Got Many Doctors
That Aren't So Sure
So Tell Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Stop Trippin'
We've Got More Problems
Than We'll Ever Need
You Got Gang Violence
And Bloodshed On The Street
You Got Homeless People
With No Food To Eat
With No Clothes On Their Back
And No Shoes For Their Feet
We've Got Drug Addiction
In The Minds Of The Weak
We've Got So Much Corruption
Police Brutality
We've Got Streetwalkers
Walkin' Into Darkness
Tell Me
What Are We Doing
To Try To Stop This
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Ooh Stop Trippin'
Yeah Stop Trippin'
Everybody Just Stop Trippin'
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Stop Trippin'
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Why You Wanna Trip On Me
Ooh Stop Trippin'
Yeah Stop Trippin'
Everybody Just Stop Trippin'
Stop Trippin'
Stop Trippin'
Stop Trippin'
Stop Trippin'
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:36 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
What can I say about Michael Jackson? Well their are tons of things that I can say about him. I have loved Michael Jackson for many years. Michael has a way of bringing a smile to my face whenever I here his music or see him on television. It is amazing to me how Michael can make people cry, happy, or even pass out.
It saddens me how Michael can misunderstood sometimes. For example, when he dangled Blanket from the balcony. He just got carried away but the media had a small story big. There were some that were concerned about the welfare of his kids and then there was some that said to leave Michael Jackson alone. As you can see, Michael had a grip on Blanket when he dangled him over the balcony. He was not going to let the baby fall! Please! Another example of how Michael can be misunderstood is through the Martin Bashir interview. Michael trusted Martin to interview him for eight months and Martin's goal obviously was to betray him. Thank goodness Michael's personal crew was there. He got back at Martin Bashir. He compared things to what Martin said after the interview to the things he said when Michael's crew was filming. Way to go Michael!
Michael has a caring heart. He cares more about children then anyone else around the world, in my opinion. His gives his time and his money to organizations. He also gives time to his own kids as well. They are fortunate to have a daddy who cares because so many kids don't have a dad or they have a dad who abuses them.
People say that Michael has nothing left to give. I think he will be around for years to come. He has been hanging around ever since he was 5-years-old and he will continue to hang around forevermore. He may not be performing when he is 70, 80, or 90 but he will leave in everyones hearts through his music and the kind of person his is.
6/11/2004 2:37 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
"My Childhood, My Sabath, My Freedom" by Michael Jackson
In one of our conversations together, my friend Rabbi Shmuley told me that he had asked some of his colleagues–-writers, thinkers, and artists-–to pen their reflections on the Sabbath. He then suggested that I write down my own thoughts on the subject, a project I found intriguing and timely due to the recent death of Rose Fine, a Jewish woman who was my beloved childhood tutor and who traveled with me and my brothers when we were all in the Jackson Five.
Last Friday night I joined Rabbi Shmuley, his family, and their guests for the Sabbath dinner at their home. What I found especially moving was when Shmuley and his wife placed their hands on the heads of their young children, and blessed them to grow to be like Abraham and Sarah, which I understand is an ancient Jewish tradition. This led me to reminisce about my own childhood, and what the Sabbath meant to me growing up.
When people see the television appearances I made when I was a little boy--8 or 9 years old and just starting off my lifelong music career--they see a little boy with a big smile. They assume that this little boy is smiling because he is joyous, that he is singing his heart out because he is happy, and that he is dancing with an energy that never quits because he is carefree.
But while singing and dancing were, and undoubtedly remain, some of my greatest joys, at that time what I wanted more than anything else were the two things that make childhood the most wondrous years of life, namely, playtime and a feeling of freedom. The public at large has yet to really understand the pressures of childhood celebrity, which, while exciting, always exacts a very heavy price.
More than anything, I wished to be a normal little boy. I wanted to build tree houses and go to roller-skating parties. But very early on, this became impossible. I had to accept that my childhood would be different than most others. But that’s what always made me wonder what an ordinary childhood would be like.
There was one day a week, however, that I was able to escape the stages of Hollywood and the crowds of the concert hall. That day was the Sabbath. In all religions, the Sabbath is a day that allows and requires the faithful to step away from the everyday and focus on the exceptional. I learned something about the Jewish Sabbath in particular early on from Rose, and my friend Shmuley further clarified for me how, on the Jewish Sabbath, the everyday life tasks of cooking dinner, grocery shopping, and mowing the lawn are forbidden so that humanity may make the ordinary extraordinary and the natural miraculous. Even things like shopping or turning on lights are forbidden. On this day, the Sabbath, everyone in the world gets to stop being ordinary.
"But what I wanted more than anything was to be ordinary"
But what I wanted more than anything was to be ordinary. So, in my world, the Sabbath was the day I was able to step away from my unique life and glimpse the everyday.
Sundays were my day for "Pioneering," the term used for the missionary work that Jehovah’s Witnesses do. We would spend the day in the suburbs of Southern California, going door to door or making the rounds of a shopping mall, distributing our Watchtower magazine. I continued my pioneering work for years and years after my career had been launched.
Up to 1991, the time of my Dangerous tour, I would don my disguise of fat suit, wig, beard, and glasses and head off to live in the land of everyday America, visiting shopping plazas and tract homes in the suburbs. I loved to set foot in all those houses and catch sight of the shag rugs and La-Z-Boy armchairs with kids playing Monopoly and grandmas baby-sitting and all those wonderfully ordinary and, to me, magical scenes of life. Many, I know, would argue that these things seem like no big deal. But to me they were positively fascinating.
The funny thing is, no adults ever suspected who this strange bearded man was. But the children, with their extra intuition, knew right away. Like the Pied Piper of Hamlin, I would find myself trailed by eight or nine children by my second round of the shopping mall. They would follow and whisper and giggle, but they wouldn't reveal my secret to their parents. They were my little aides. Hey, maybe you bought a magazine from me. Now you’re wondering, right?
Sundays were sacred for two other reasons as I was growing up. They were both the day that I attended church and the day that I spent rehearsing my hardest. This may seem against the idea of "rest on the Sabbath," but it was the most sacred way I could spend my time: developing the talents that God gave me. The best way I can imagine to show my thanks is to make the very most of the gift that God gave me.
Church was a treat in its own right. It was again a chance for me to be "normal." The church elders treated me the same as they treated everyone else. And they never became annoyed on the days that the back of the church filled with reporters who had discovered my whereabouts. They tried to welcome them in. After all, even reporters are the children of God.
When I was young, my whole family attended church together in Indiana. As we grew older, this became difficult, and my remarkable and truly saintly mother would sometimes end up there on her own. When circumstances made it increasingly complex for me to attend, I was comforted by the belief that God exists in my heart, and in music and in beauty, not only in a building. But I still miss the sense of community that I felt there--I miss the friends and the people who treated me like I was simply one of them. Simply human. Sharing a day with God.
When I became a father, my whole sense of God and the Sabbath was redefined. When I look into the eyes of my son, Prince, and daughter, Paris, I see miracles and I see beauty. Every single day becomes the Sabbath. Having children allows me to enter this magical and holy world every moment of every day. I see God through my children. I speak to God through my children. I am humbled for the blessings He has given me.
There have been times in my life when I, like everyone, has had to wonder about God’s existence. When Prince smiles, when Paris giggles, I have no doubts. Children are God's gift to us. No--they are more than that--they are the very form of God's energy and creativity and love. He is to be found in their innocence, experienced in their playfulness.
My most precious days as a child were those Sundays when I was able to be free. That is what the Sabbath has always been for me. A day of freedom. Now I find this freedom and magic every day in my role as a father. The amazing thing is, we all have the ability to make every day the precious day that is the Sabbath. And we do this by rededicating ourselves to the wonders of childhood. We do this by giving over our entire heart and mind to the little people we call son and daughter. The time we spend with them is the Sabbath. The place we spend it is called Paradise.
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:38 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MJ being interviewed by children
Below is a transcript of a videotaped interview of Michael answering questions from a group of children, ages 7 to 12 years old. The interview took place in the middle-east, probably Casablanca or Tunisia, in 1996. Most questions were posed to him in Arabic, so the transcript shows the subject of the questions, rather than an actual quote. Michael's answers are English, with Arabic subtitles shown on screen, and his answers are transcribed here word-for-word.
For the majority of the interview, Michael is the only person shown on camera, answering questions. There is also a part where he stands in front of the group of children, some of them ask him questions in English.
During the interview, Michael sits on a white couch, dressed in a black and red baseball jacket, black hat, hardly any make up, no sunglasses, no mask. Michael appears very relaxed and 'talks' with his hands, his gestures underlining what he is expressing. His face is also very expressive.
Question: about musical influences
Michael: I have been influenced by, uh, pretty much by cultural music from all over the world. I have studied personally all kinds of music, you know, from Africa to India, to Chinese, Japanese, music is music and it is all beautiful. So, I am influenced by all of those different cultures.
Question: about racism
Michael: It is cruelty, it´s ugly and I hate it. You are my brother (points out to the children). They are my brothers. If you are black, white, Arab.... we are all the same. I love all races equally.
[Michael now stands in front of the group. Has taken off his coat and hat. Dressed in black shirt and jeans. His hairdo looks like the hair in the They Don't Care About Us video shoot in Brazil.]
Question: A girl about 11 or 12 years old asks a question but only the word "Arabs" is audible.
Michael: Is it true that I WHAT?
Question [girl]: That you do not like Arabs?
Michael: No that´s not true at all. I love Arabs, I love ALL people of the world. That´s a good example now of people make up stories that are not true.
[Michael now stands in front of the group. Has taken off his coat and hat. Dressed in black shirt and jeans. His hairdo looks like the hair in the They Don't Care About Us video shoot in Brazil.]
Michael sits on the sofa again, hat and baseball jacket back on.
Question: about family wishes.
Michael: I am a very family oriented person and I come from a family of ten children (see note at end of transcript), so I am very used to a family, you know.... surrounding, to come around you as a unity. So I don´t think I can live without that bond. So I would love to have a major...... (Huge smile from ear to ear) a huge family. I´d say a total of twelve.... (bigger smile) .. My aunt had 13 children, I have an uncle who had 12 children, and my father had 10 children, and so eh.. I looove big...... everywhere...
Question: about his audiences.
Michael: I can... You can feel the audience. It is love we are talking about. Ooh, you can definitely feel them, that... You hear them, they are swaying and screaming and fainting, the reactions are always lovely....
Question: About creating music (possibly asked about collaborating with others) .
Michael: A thought, it is an embryo of a thought, of an idea. It is a brief concept. And then you collaborate with someone. Could be a writer. I say, I want to do this, I want to do that, and I want to do this. You tell him to develop it, because you..... I cannot do it right now, because I got to go on to the next song, the next thing. So they´ll come up with something, working with their ideas and they´ll come with them back to me ... you go [to see] whether you like it or not. I mean I have done that with pretty much everything that I have done. I am usually there for the concept for the writing. I co-write usually all my pieces that I do.
Question: it is not clear what the question was.
Michael: The Garden of Eden was probably in Africa, I am pretty sure. And the people could not have been nicer. (he refers to his visit to South Africa in July 1996 where he attended Mandela´s birthday). And I loved it. I loooooved it. And the music, ooooh, and the rhythm [he looks like he is in awe]. Seeing petty little kids with the perfect rhythm and .. the way they moved their little bodies. [Michael imitates their dance movements with his arms and shoulders]. I was just....Oooh I was amazed. It was GREAT! They gave me everything. They showered me with gifts. You know, clothing, food. And in the hotel... I was in this hotel, right? Big, big, hotel. It had a bowling alley, it had a big game room, big swimming pool. But when I would look out of my window, as far as I could see, there would be people. They even would sleep out there, waiting for me. They would sleep out there!!! All day long they would stand there. At night they would be out there waiting for me. It was just..... They could not have been sweeter. And I loved it. And I am thinking about buying a house there in Africa.
Question: About Heal the World.
Michael: With Heal the World we have helped millions, hm, and as we speak we are looking at a hospital in New Jersey. That would be the first Michael Jackson hospital and we would like to make these, throughout the world. That is our goal and our mission. And I hate the word orphanage, but pretty much a housing for a unity of people that are in need, you know.. This is pretty much where my heart is and I would love to continue doing it. [this was obviously a topic Michael is very passionate about, you could see it in his body language].
"Thank you. It's great to be here. Actually I'd say it's pretty incredible. And incredible describes our next honoree. This is the part were we are supposed to tell you about the career of our guest of honour, but if you don't know who he is, what planet are you from? He's not only one of the greatest artists of age, a star for the ages is what he really is. His Thriller album is the greatest selling album in the history of the world. And his song 'We Are The World' sold 800,000 copies in 3 days. His records actually set records. As members of a new generation of pop artists we stand before him with the deepest sense of gratitude and humility. He's influenced our musical choices but more importantly he has influenced our personal choices.
No artist does as much to make the world a better place, and no other celebrity is more humble about his good work. What else can I say about him, he's bad, he's a thriller, and he's here. The greatest living recording artist in the world, number one superstar. King of Pop. On behalf of the G & P Foundation it's a great honour to present the Angel of Hope Award to Mr Michael Jackson."
(Sounds the music of the song 'We Are The World, and Michael goes up on stage.)
MICHAEL'S SPEECH:
"Wow, it's incredible. I'm extremely honoured and moved by this gracious award and first and foremost I would like to thank our hostess and my date tonight, Denise, (giggles and smiles the crowd giggles and whistles) who with her beautiful spirit and abundant kindness has quickly found a special place in my heart. My close friend Rabbi Shmuley Boteach introduced me to Denise and I'm very grateful. Thank you Shmuley, thank you so much for making this evening possible for me and for all the important and meaningful projects that we have begun together. Shmuley is also responsible for bringing me together with some of my special guests this evening, Nobel prize winner, Professor Elie Wiesel and childrens' expert, Dr Stanley Greenspan. Thank you for joining me on this special night.
I'm honoured Mr President to receive this award in your presence and I wanna thank you all for years of dedication and service that you rendered to the American people. You have been an incredible president and I love you. "(Audience are cheering and applauding loudly).
And of course N'Sync. (audience applauds) It's great to meet you guys and it's an honour to receive this award, not only did you make all the girls scream, (audience laughs) but I was also thrilled to learn that you are continuing the tradition that I also believe in, in using your accomplishments to help others with your own charitable foundation." (audience applauds).
"Cancer is the number one killer of children. And it is only when we join together on evenings like this, that we can summon the courage and determination to stop it from ever robbing another child of the precious gift of life or a parent of the joy of watching their child grow. God bless you all for all the love and support you have offered this evening and I love you all very much. Thank you. "
Michael: Speechless was inspired to me by, um, I spend a lot of time in the forest. I like to go into the forest and I like to climb trees. My favorite thing is to climb trees, go all the way up to the top of a tree and I look down on the branches. Whenever I do that it inspires me for music. There are these two sweet little kids, a girl and a boy, and they're so innocent; they're the quintessential form of innocence, and just being in their presence I felt completely speechless, 'cause I felt I was looking in the face of God whenever I saw them. They inspired me to write Speechless.
where ever I go, um, I disguise myself, now -- but now I can't with, 'cause, you know, with what's going on in the world -- so I don't wear a disguise. And uh, people they just go... They really go crazy. They're very happy to see you. They feel as if they know you. You have to respond back to them like you know them. They feel they personally know you. My picture's on their walls, you know, my music is playing in their house, so they grab you and they hug you and they touch you and they... So I usually respond back with hugs and loves and kisses. Cause I love... I love... I truly love my fans. Truly, truly from the heart. That's the real truth. I love them. And the ones who are, um.... Like when we go to a certain country and they're outside, and outside they're sleeping on the street and I throw them pillows and cover and everything. And I have my security guards buy them pizza so they can all eat, and get the candles and, you know, we really take care of them. They're very, very, very sweet and supportive.
I pretty much just get in a room and I start to dance, and uh, I don't create the dance, the dance creates itself, really. You know, I'll do something and I'll look back... I'll look back on tape and I'll go, "Wow," I didn't realize I had done that. It came out of the drums. You become.... Dancing is about interpretation. You become.... You become the accompaniment of the music. So when you become the bass of Billie Jean, I couldn't help but do the step that I was doing when the song first starts, because, uh, that's what it told me to do. You know, if I turn around, spin, stop, move my legs to the side and then lift up the collar of my shirt, that's for that moment is an accompaniment.
I attribute that to my parents who always taught us to persevere and believe in yourself, have confidence, no matter what you do. Even if you're sweeping floors or painting ceilings, do it better than anybody in the world, no matter what it is that you do. Be the best at it, and have a respect for others, and be proud of yourself.. and to honor; be honorable, you know.
Well, I think.. Ah, I don't think people thought the Rap music would last as long as it has. And it has gone through evolutional stages -- there's more melody in it now, it's more acceptable, because melody will never die. Will never die. And the rhythm-- things are a little more rhythmic now. Because people want to dance. It's part of the human condition; it's part of our biological makeup. Our cells dance when we hear beats. You notice a.. a one year old child will start moving hearing music. How do they know to move? 'Cause it's biological. It's not just hearing of the ear, it's feeling, you know. And playing music, the grass and the trees and the flowers... They're all influenced by music. They become more beautiful and more vibrant in how they grow. Music is a very important and powerful substance, and all the planets in the universe make music. It's called music of the spheres. They all make a different note; they make harmony. So there's harmony even in the universe as we speak
I would like to be able to go out in public and just be normal sometime, without people recognizing who I am, and to get a little bit of a feeling of what it's like to, you know, be of the regular norm. To see how things are done; to learn what people speak about when they're just casually talking. Cause soon as they see it's Michael Jackson, the conversation changes; it all becomes about me and not about the situation -- the moment, that's happening at the moment. That would... I would learn a lot from that. I don't get to see that unless I disguise myself and put on a lot of things, and then they stare at me, then it's even different; it's not the same even then. So, it's a difficult thing to pull off. Tell him that's a very great question he asked.
Um, film. I love movies. To do more movies; to integrate the songs with the film. Dancing. And more peace into the world. I pray for peace all the time. And the most important thing I pray for is protection for children and babies. That's the thing that concerns me the most, I like them to be protected and to have more children's rights in the world, where children, you know, where there's a day for children; a celebration for children. Give them a little more attention and love.
No matter what, the most powerful thing in the world is the human mind and prayer, and belief in your self and confidence and perseverance. No matter how many times you do it, you do it again until it's right. And always believe in your self. And not matter who's around you that's being negative or thrusting negative energy at you, totally block it off. Because whatever you believe, you become.
Yes, and after all that, the most important -- most important: Stay humble. The humbleness that a child, like a new born baby has. Even though you become powerful or have power with people, with your talent .. like with what Michelangelo did with sculpting, you know, underneath all that be as humble as a child, as a baby, and be as kind and as giving and loving. They don't become puffed up with pride.
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 2:38 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Below is a statement released by Thomas Mesereau, Defence attorney for Michael Jackson, on September 17th 2004.
Regretfully, we are compelled to vigorously respond to numerous and false statements being made about Mr. Michael Jackson.
Michael Jackson was recognized as a musical genius as a child. His life and development were devoted to cultivating his musical talents and extraordinary gifts. Discipline, hard work, and a desire to heal and better this world through his creativity were emphasized throughout his youth.
It was recognized very early that Michael Jackson's musical talent and genius could generate many millions of dollars to him and others around him. From the time he was a little boy, others have sought to exploit and take advantage of his creative talent and inherent goodness.
Mr. Jackson has donated large sums of money around the world to foster the interests and welfare of our world's children. Early in his life, he learned and believed that while others sought to exploit and take advantage of his vulnerabilities and idealism, children did not.
Believing that children are the true example of Gods beauty, innocence and purity, Michael has devoted much of his life to helping the world's children. He has donated millions of dollars to healing children with disease, helping children with AIDS, and traveling the world to emphasize the importance and welfare of our children. He would never harm a child.
Mr. Jackson has been a target of frivolous lawsuits throughout his career. To date, well over a thousand ridiculous lawsuits have been filed or threatened against Mr. Jackson for all kinds of reasons by those who sought to obtain money by exploiting his achievements and love for people. None of these claims involved allegations that he ever harmed a child. However, they involved, for the most part, creative and outrageous attempts to take money from Mr. Jackson. Throughout his career, Mr. Jackson's desire to create and help our world has been subjected to efforts to exploit, undermine and take advantage of this wonderful human being.
Mr. Jackson has been repeatedly advised by those who stood to make fortunes in his business affairs to pay money, rather than face certain false allegations. As a result, many years ago, he did pay money, rather than litigate, two false allegations that he had harmed children. People who intended to earn millions of dollars from his record and music promotions did not want negative publicity from these lawsuits interfering with their profits.
These two false allegations must be placed in a proper perspective. Mr. Jackson has interacted with millions of children. Many millions of children around the world love Michael Jackson and never alleged that he harmed them in any way.
Those who wanted to profit from his good deeds and vulnerabilities were also threatening to destroy his ability to raise his own children and to champion the welfare, integrity, humanity and interests of children around the world. Michael Jackson occupies a world where his privacy is continually violated.
Michael Jackson now regrets making these payments. Nevertheless, these efforts to settle are now being used against him regardless of the merits or the truth behind them. These settlements were entered into with one primary condition. That condition was that Mr. Jackson never admitted any wrongdoing. Mr. Jackson always denied doing anything wrong.
Mr. Jackson had hoped to buy peace in the process. He was advised that while these sums of money appeared large, they were actually very small compared to money he could make in music. Mr. Jackson has earned well over one billion dollars in his career. Placed in this perspective, they were very small sums, indeed.
Greed begets greed. Mr. Jackson now realizes that the advice he received was wrong. He should have fought these actions to the bitter end and vindicated himself. The recent publicity about these settlements is unfair and damaging to him, his family and his dedication to the world's children. The false charges he is facing will be battled in a court of law within our justice system. He is innocent and will be vindicated.
Thomas A. Mesereau, Jr.
6/11/2004 2:39 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
It's something that...really comes from the heart. Make that change, heal our Childrens.We need them more than ever.-MJ
6/11/2004 2:40 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
"I'm not one to sit back and point the finger and say, 'Oh, I feel bad for what happened to them.' I want to do something, to give to help those who lost their parents, who lost their mothers and their fathers. Those are our people. Those are our children. Those are our parents. "I want the whole world to sing [What More Can I Give], to bring us together as a world, because a song is a mantra, something you repeat over and over. And we need peace, we need giving, we need love, we need unity."
-Michael Jackson
6/11/2004 6:35 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
To be child and to live – that’s it, what Michael Jackson wants. Nothing more. He begs that we – we all – let him have his privacy. “A star needs some space. Give him a chance to relax. He has a heart, he is human...”, he says.
For 40 years Michael has been standing in the spotlight of the world’s attention. Yet he hasn’t hurt anybody he’s turned out to be the laughingstock of the media. People mock at him, because he wants to do only two things:
First he wants to compensate his lost childhood. Even though he knows that it’ll never work, he desperately tries to. We cannot understand that, because we all know what it means to be a child. We cannot imagine what happens to a person's soul if such an elementary brick of human life is missing. But just because we don’t know this pain, we do not have the right to make fun of him because he experienced it – had to experience it.
The second thing this man wants to do is living. It’s that easy. Maybe it’s getting so easy if you’re one of the biggest stars of all times. Because if you can get everything that money can buy, then you someday will find the way back to the really relevant things. And surely, Michael Jackson does also live – hidden on an far secluded ranch or behind carefully closed windows somewhere in the 9th floor of a secret hotel... If he wants to go out in the public he just can do that in disguise, and his best friends probably are his bodyguards. Because if someone sees and identifies him, Michael always goes through the same thing – not ten years of his life that had been different.
These are the pictures he sees everywhere. They follow him all over the world. People either react with hysteria or stare at him as if he was an extraterrestrial. That this man still manages to talk about the love for other people, which he has got in his heart – that’s actually a miracle. Only somebody who lives on his knowledge and not on what he experiences can do that. In his heart Michael carries this deep knowledge that people, at least his many fans, love him, even if they show him their love in a way which is not really lovely. You could also say, he bears it with composure and lives on the knowledge of this love. This is a sign of a greatness for which we all actually should bow our head down. But we prefer to make fun of him. Only to children Michael can flee, cause they show him real love. And here we’ve come full circle because here we’re back at the little boy who just wants to get rid of his checkbook, car-keys, bodyguards and credit card bills to be able to be a human being again.
And now he’s got children himself. But if he says that he wants to withdraw himself with his family, this is not accepted - the more dogged the press searches for a possibility to get pictures, the more extreme the reactions become if he one time shows up in the public. What it means to live in secret like a mole under the earth that probably just can be understood by somebody who once experienced Michael Jackson hiding somewhere to be able to be private but also not all alone: no balcony, no open windows, darkened car-panes and no step on his own.
Or outside and all alone. Fame must be really great....
We all know that this is impossible, otherwise Michael would have to erase all his stage-memories , up from being an „adult“, to re-live his own childhood -and this is not possible. But nevertheless he now can see with the wonderful eyes of a child, because he must have learned one thing after all he has achieved: Letting live not only be pride and brain, but much more heart and feeling, makes you able to be happy about the little things in life and to see a much more coloured and natural world. So, his myth only consists of the fact, that he has dealed somehow to aware this ability over all the years, although he never knew how to play totally free when he was a child.
Well, are you maybe asking yourself, why we’re travelling to Disneyland to discover the world in which Michael feels protected? The answer is not far away, because we all know (“thanks” to the media), that he loves to stay in amusement-parks like „Disneyland“ or „Phantasialand“ near Cologne. The filthy press declares often enough, that „Mr. Jackson“ is still running after his lost childhood and that his favourite hobbies are „playing with monkeys“ and „spook-traindriving“.
Would you also call this very bizarre hobbies for an adult? Sure, if it is formulated like even before, it wouldn’t make you thinking bad... But let us think about it: What can you find in such an amusement-park? What could Michael find there, something, he can’t get in his every-day-life?– the carrousels, all the attractions or the happy people who are enjoying themselves there, too? Oh yes, that could it be – but stop, that’s impossible! If HE visits an amusement park and doesn’t want to disguise himself, he has to visit that park outside the official hours of opening. So it can’t be the happy people. But what else attracts him to these parks, where the real atmosphere is only coming out, if people can share their experiences together with the other park-visitors?
No, we may not search for answers superficially! Let’s try it with a look in our heart, because the answer is surely laying in his deepest inner. Carrousels and attractions are in every amusement-parc; the most special thing of these amusement-parcs is even more the combination with our own fantasy. Ghost-castles, adventure landscapes or plush figures set our dreams free. Maybe you already were in such a parc, too. Then maybe you know the feeling, which some of our members had last year, as they suddenly realized being in another world. „In Disneyland or other amusement-parcs we always feel like returning to ourselves“, they described. Yeah, back in a world which is known by every one of us, really and only lost in our minds, because it may surely be a long time ago– the own childhood. We never fantasize as free as in our early years.. And this point makes it logical, that Michael surely doesn’t search the reality, but the total loose and funny world of his fantasy. If he’s moving to an amusement-parc, he can finally return to himself as a human being – far away from all these people, who want something from him…and here he can also forget, that he’s one of the biggest stars of our times, because Mickey and Goofy don`t care about his image and fame. So it is more than understandable, why he visits these parcs as often as he has the possibility to do so and that he does it with friends, like the past has showed us several times. Well, lwt us grant him that fun….
But isn’t he to be enviabled in this point – a grown-up man, who knows reality very well, but who’s also able to absolutely ignore it and then amuse himself in a natural way like a little kid, isn`t he? A capability, which is unimaginable most of the time for us. We, from „Fanship turns to Friendship“ think, that this would make our lifes sometimes much more easier, even if we had just a little bit of it. And through all our daily problems as teenager or as adult – we could built up big castles from sand with our kiddies and let their fairy-tale-dreams come true.
We would understand their world much better and needn’t to leave them alone. Then we’d also know, that there are more wonderful things than money and success (we all know, how much hate and quarrel are connected with these two things). In his speech from the 6th of march 2001 at the university of Oxford, MICHAEL also appeals to all of us to search and keep the child in us - we would do a big favour to US and to our modern society. You may think, this is silly or even impossible, because you’re feeling too grown or big to see like a child. But essentially we are all afraid of discovering something in us, which is not based on reality or which is struggling against our cool behaviour. Slaved from the aim of „ being hard and tough“, we’re avoiding more and more from showing feelings and human warmth. Because of that, every-one has to stop this development for itself . How should our following generations be able to spread love and heartly warmth, if we – acting as their idols – tell them nothing else than just the opposite?
And please – let us never forget, that these two things are also deeply involved in the human being! You probably won`t believe it, but a child is surely still in you – in everyone of us! Just look for a few minutes inside of you and your memories.….maybe, it’s not very easy for you to remember your childhood that fast . Because of that we make a proposition: let us discover together, if it is also more wonderful for you, if you take a part of this world with you in your every-day life….
6/11/2004 6:37 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson. He who usually juggles with millions of people and as the biggest pop-star really bathes in money, looks at a little being and bows down to reach his hand.
A gorgeous gesture with an important message: nobody of us can match him/herself to Michael, nevertheless he is interested in each one of us even – or especially - in the little and weak ones who are pushed at the edge of our cold society. In reaching out his hand to this child a spark of trust jumps over and trust is the base for living together in peace.
His eyes reflect Gods love - eyes that move us human beings. We esteem him so much ‘cause he’s on the way in the world as a messenger of humanity and tries to draw our attention to the fact that it’s also possible to live without war and pain - that we can learn especially that from children. His warm heart, his unbelievable wisdom and that he even as an adult has not lost the ability to be childlike, make the famous Michael Jackson to our idol.
6/11/2004 6:45 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
- because they know him personally...
• "Most people who achieve great fame taste this power, this unexpected gift from God to bestow inspiration on people. Michael has it to an exceptional degree, and this is partly because it has been his to wield for so long. Most sports stars and rock gods lose it after a year or two, as their fame fades. Or they push it away from them without understanding it. Or they foolishly imagine it will protect them from the ravages of their drinking and drug habits. Michael treats the gift with awe, as if it were a healing power ... which it is. A smile from Michael can heal the spirit."- Uri Geller, 2001
* "Even Michael is very good in loving others, he has to learn to love himself more. I can believe that I enriched his life because I remaind him again and again how much love he gains 'cause he already did so much for strangers."
Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, 2000
* "The Michael Jackson I've had the pleasure of knowing for 13 years is without affectation, and is not an illusion. It must be hard for Michael to know how much the world wants to know him, to be like him, to consume him. He's wisely created his own world in
* " I can tell you that since the day I met him, I discovered a very sensitive man, a funny person, humorous. Quite deep in his thinking. Mysterious. Let's face it there's mystery around Michael Jackson no matter what, and I have been with him many, many times. He's a great father, he's very intuitive and I would say, I would even dare to say that he's psychic. He's just a very nice guy. When I met him, he almost bowed to me when I walked into the room. Oh my God, Michael Jackson! (...)
And you also have to understand this is a child at 4 1/2 years old looking out of the window and seeing other children playing baseball and his father would be telling him to go back there and rehearse, 5, 6,7, hours a day. He had no childhood. He barely met his mother. He was catapulted into stardom when he was 5 years old, that's not a normal life. And that does something to your psyche."
Uri Geller
* "Even Michael is very good in loving others, he has to learn to love himself more. I can believe that I enriched his life because I remaind him again and again how much love he gains 'cause he already did so much for strangers."
Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, 2000
* "The Michael Jackson I've had the pleasure of knowing for 13 years is without affectation, and is not an illusion. It must be hard for Michael to know how much the world wants to know him, to be like him, to consume him. He's wisely created his own magical world ...
•"What makes Michael more unique may be the fact that all of his accomplishments, his rewards, have not altered his sensitivity and concern for the welfare of others, or his intense caring and love for his familiy and friends, and especially all the children of the word over. He is filled with deeo emotions that creatve an unehrthly, special, innocent, childlike, wise man that is Michael Jackson. He is so giving of himself that, at times, he leaves very little to protect that beautiful inner core that is the essence of him. ... Michael is highly intelligent, shrewd, intuitive, understanding, sympathetic, and generous to almost a fault of himself. He ist honstey personified - painfully honest - and vulnerable to the point of pain."
Elizabeth Taylor
* "All this stuff about Michael being a weirdo - it's a pile of goddam... I've recorded a whole lot of these pop-musicians and this guy's the straightest of the goddam lot."
Bruce Swedien, ingenieur
"For what I witnessed with Michael was an extraordinary human being, utterly misunderstood and misrepresented, with a limitless compassion for children. The scene was simply astonishing. Neverland is Disneyland meets the San Diego Zoo, gates open wide to a steady stream of children. Some youngsters were fighting off cancer, others were bussed in from inner city schools to enjoy a day of rapture, and all were rendered speechless by the personal attention that Michael gives to each and every child. One 10-year-old child, ashamed to take off his hat and reveal his chemo-ravaged bald head, finally removed the covering after Michael spent a day building up his confidence.
'Compassion' is a broad term that encompasses both sympathy and empathy. Of the two, empathy requires deeper involvement, for it entails actually feeling someone else’s pain. From the moment I met Michael in New York last year, I knew he had a greater capacity for empathy than almost any other person I had encountered. We spoke of deer hunting — a common sport in the United Kingdom. Michael’s eyes teared slightly and he probed me with his questioning gaze: “I don’t understand how someone could shoot something that helpless?” Later, he spoke of the many parents in our world who miss suppertime with their children. His voice cracked with emotion as I tried desperately to hide my guilty expression. When his young son Prince came into the room. Michael spoke to him as he would a young adult, answering Prince’s questions with great patience. Clearly the little boy with the golden hair was the unequalled delight of his father’s life. A lesson from Michael: We should all grow up on the outside, but for ever retain the child at our centre. (...) When I am around Michael what I most feel is freedom, liberated of pretension and rigidity. I remember first experiencing this when Michael took us as his guests to see Toy Story 2 at a local cinema. At first, I was there for my children. But Michael was behind me laughing loudly at the screen, and slowly I let go. Within a few minutes, I too was laughing and enjoying the film. It then struck me that even as an adult I did not need to see people getting shot, dismembered limbs exploding in the air, or erotically naked bodies, in order to be entertained. (...) I recall an old Jewish, mystical tradition that says that not all humans were expelled from the Garden of Eden, together with Adam and Eve. There are still some individuals who frolic in Paradise and beckon us all to re-enter. Could it be that Michael moonwalked back into Eden? Perhaps. This is certain. Because of Michael I have planted a few more flowers in the garden of my own heart. Watching him with his children has made me a better father, seeing him interact at his ranch with cancer patients has made me a more compassionate human being, and witnessing his humility has made me realise that if he can be approachable, then I have no excuse for aloofness. (...)
It is high time someone spoke of the extraordinary works of kindness that are so central to Michael’s life. Michael deflects praise or compliments, almost telling you that in some way he feels unworthy of the praise. Perhaps the pain of mean spirited attacks has left its scars on him. Perhaps he is confused as to why some people presumed his guilt even though the cornerstone of our justice system is that all men are innocent until proven otherwise, and Michael has never even been charged with any wrongdoing. Or perhaps, it is just his natural discomfort at becoming the centre of attention, when he would much rather that we all gave every ounce of attention we can muster to the needy children who surround us."
Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, JewishTelegraph 2000
* "Michael's a natural. He's a very hard worker and a super performer. But most of all he's a real human being."
Stevie Wonder
•"I'd be proud to have that kid as my son any day."
Bruce Swedien, ingenieur
* "He's sort of a fawn in a burning forest. It's a nice place where Michael comes from. I wish we could all spend some time in his world."
Steven Spielberg
* "Michael I believed in you when you were a little kid, I believe in you now and I'll never stop believing in you!"
Berry Gordy, 1994
"Many people tell me that he doesn't smile a lot - ...but he's okay. He really is. He's working very much on his album. (...) I am his friend, because I love him."
personal comment of Uri Geller to a member of the FttF-team, 2001
* "Michael's magic. And all magic people are somehow eccentric. Michael is one of the most lovable, kind and natural persons I've ever loved. I took him deepley to my heart. I would do everything for him and he would do everything for me."
Elizabeth Taylor
* "Michael is the wisest and at the same time most naive person I know."
Quincy Jones, 1987
* "The Michael Jackson I've had the pleasure of knowing for 13 years is without affectation, and is not an illusion. It must be hard for Michael to know how much the world wants to know him, to be like him, to consume him. He's wisely created his own world in which to preserve the must honest parts of his identity. Those are the parts we love the most. Michael has a heightened senitivity for the crying needs of this world. Through his "Heal the World Foundation", he wants to preserve this planet's most precious resources - children, and the environment. He feels much of the same responsibility a parent feels - his children are all of our children."
Steven Spielberg
I care for Michael but I don´t worry about him. I think sometimes that he´s got angels on his shoulders to protect him.
He spends a lot of time – too much – by himself. I try to get him out. I rented a boat and took my children and Michael on a cruise and he loved it. He has so many people around him but he´s still afraid, especially to be alone at night. I don´t know why but he´s always been very cut off and distanced. When you get to be a star from age six and never knew any normal teenage life, when you were just used to the limousines and the tour buses, I guess it is understandable.
Diana Ross
* "What makes Michael more unique may be the fact that all of his accomplishments, his rewards, have not altered his sensitivity and concern for the welfare of others, or his intense caring and love for his familiy and friends, and especially all the children of the word over. He is filled with deeo emotions that creatve an unehrthly, special, innocent, childlike, wise man that is Michael Jackson. He is so giving of himself that, at times, he leaves very little to protect that beautiful inner core that is the essence of him. ... Michael is highly intelligent, shrewd, intuitive, understanding, sympathetic, and generous to almost a fault of himself. He ist honstey personified - painfully honest - and vulnerable to the point of pain."
Elizabeth Taylor
* "All this stuff about Michael being a weirdo - it's a pile of goddam... I've recorded a whole lot of these pop-musicians and this guy's the straightest of the goddam lot."
Bruce Swedien, ingenieur
* "Michael's a natural. He's a vers hard worker and a super performer. But most of all he's a real human being."
Stevie Wonder
Michael is different, but not in anyway strange. He is different in the way, every human being should be different. Michael is a generous, honest, and
sensitive human being, filled with amazing insight and the capacity for love. If this is weird, I want to go live on another planet. I love him too.
Karen Faye (MJs Makeup-Artist since more than 20 years), 2003
"He is the best man I ever met. He is always warm, soft, open-hearted and worries about everyone - as good as you can be. And that 24hours a day! You wouldn't believe that this is possible.
I am not a fan of him. I don't even have one of his CDs at home. I do this job for 20 years now, but never in my life I met someone like him... I love him. I would do everything for him. To me he's ...a saint.
6/11/2004 6:49 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Children show me in their playful smiles the divine in everyone. These children are a reminder of the preciousness of all life, especially young lives untouched by hatred, prejudice, and greed. Now and then the world is so confused and ist problems so complicated we need our children more than ever. The mission of Heal The World, my mission, is healing. Pure and simple. To heal the world we must start by healing our children. Being with them connects us to the deep wisdom of life. This simple goodness shines straight from their hearts. We have to heal our wounded planet. I wrote this song for everyone in our world in an effort to help bring global harmony. When I see children, I see that God has not yet given up on man. "-mj
I don`t read all the things written about me. I wasn`t aware that the world thought I was so weird and bizarre, but when you grow up, as I did, in front of one hundred million people since the age of five, you`re automatically different. The last few weeks I have been cleansing myself and it`s been a rebirth for myself. It`s like a cleansing spirit.
My childhood was completely taken away from me. There was no Christmas, there was no birthdays. It was not a normal childhood, no normal pleasures of childhood. Those were exchanged for hard work, struggle and pain, and eventual material and professional success. Bus as an awful price I cannot recreate that part of my life nor would I change any part of my life. However, today when I create my music I feel like an instrument of nature. I wonder what delight nature must feel when we open our hearts and express our God given talents. The sound of approval rose across the universe and the whole world abounds in magic. Wonder fills our hearts for we have glimpsed, for an instant, the playfullness of life. And that`s why I love children and learn so much from being around them. I realize that many of the world`s problems, from the inner city crime to large scale wars and terrorism, and our overcrowded prisons are a result of the fact that children have had their childhoods stolen from them. The magic, the wonder, the mystery, and the innocence of a child`s heart are the seeds of creativity that will heal the world. I really believe that.
What we need to learn from children isn`t childish. Being with them connects us to the deeper wisdom of life which is ever-present and only asks to be lived. They know the way to solutions that lie waiting to be recognized within our own hearts. Today I would like to thank all the children of the world including the sick and deprived. I am so sensitive to your pain. (...)”-mj
"I love to do things for children. And I try to immitate Jesus - I'm not saying I am Jesus! I'm not saying this. I'm trying to imitate Jesus in the fact that he said 'to be like children, to love children, to be as pure as children are, to make yourself as innocent and see the world through their eyes in wonder and the whole magincal quality of it all.' And I love that. And look, we have like a hundred baldheaded children here. And they all have cancer. And they're running around and they're enjoing themselves - and it just made me cry happy tears that I was able to do that for them. It made me so pleased inside.
(...)
My purpose? Oh boy, I think to give in the best way I can through song and dance and through music. I am commited to my art. I believe all art has as it's ultimate goal the union between the material and the spiritual, the human and the devine. I believe that to be the reason for the very existence of art. And I feel I was chosen as an instrument to just give music and and love and harmony to the world - to children of all ages, and um, adults and teenagers.
(...)
I find in animals the same thing that I find so wonderful in children, that puritiy, that honesty. They don't judge you, they don't want anything from you, just to be your friend. And I think that's so sweet.
(...)
Oh, boy, I'm still learning. I mean, life is an education for me. I can't say that I know anything for sure. I really believe that.
About racism:
" It is cruelty, it's ugly and I hate it. You are my brother (points out to the children). They are my brothers. If you are black, white, Arab.... we are all the same. I love all races equally.
(...)
With Heal the World we have helped millions, hm, and as we speak we are looking at a hospital in New Jersey. That would be the first Michael Jackson hospital and we would like to make these, throughout the world. That is our goal and our mission. And I hate the word orphanage, but pretty much a housing for a unity of people that are in need, you know.. This is pretty much where my heart is and I would love to continue doing it."-mj
I'm very touched by it. If it wasn't for children..." - he weeps - "...If it wasn't for children, I would throw in the towel, I would kill myself. I wouldn't care to live. They give me my insiration. They give me... They inspire me. Everything I do, every song I write - every ... the dance, everything that I do... They try to use it against me and that is just so unfair. I'm very upset about it, you know.-mj about childrens
I'm just a person who wanna be honest and do good and make people happy. And give them the greatest sence of escapism through the talent that God has given me, you know. That's what my heart is. It's all I wanna do, that's all. I just wanna say 'look, just leave me alone and let me do what I wanna do, which is share and give and put a smile on people's face and make their heart feel happy.'"
About harming a child:
"I would slit my wrist before I would - I could never, ever!"-mj
I'm just a person who wanna be honest and do good and make people happy. And give them the greatest sence of escapism through the talent that God has given me, you know. That's what my heart is. It's all I wanna do, that's all. I just wanna say 'look, just leave me alone and let me do what I wanna do, which is share and give and put a smile on people's face and make their heart feel happy.'"
About harming a child:
"I would slit my wrist before I would - I could never, ever!"-mj
"Being around, you know, everyday people and stuff I feel strange, I do. (...) They won't talk to me like their, well, their next door neighbour."
from an interview, date unknown
"I was raised on stage and I am more comfortable out there than I am right now ( being interviewed). When it comes time to get off, I don´t want to. I feel like there are angels protecting me. I could sleep on stage.
Pilots tell me, “I wish there were no such thing as having to go down and re-load with fuel. I wish I could up here forever. For ever. This is the safest place in the world for me. (...) And I totally understand what they mean. When I´m into 40,000 people, it`s so easy. Nothing can harm me when I´m on stage – nothing. That´s really me. That´s what I´m here to do. I´m totally at home on stage. That´s where I live. That´s where I was born. That´s where I´m safe."
"A lot of people can´t deal with the fact that you´re another person on stage. They´ll come up to me and say,” Sing us a couple of bars of `Rock with you´” or “ Do that spin that you do on TV”. And I´m really embarrassed. If two people come up to me on the street, then it´s hard. There are times when I wish I could bejust like everybody else. For example, there are only two places that I can go shopping – New York and London. And sometimes they`ll close down the whole store just so that I can shop there..."
"Being an entertainer, you just can`t tell who is your friend. They see you so differently, a star instead of the next door neighbour. I surround myself with people I want to be my friends. And I can do that with manikins. I´ll talk to them.
Children are the most brilliant people of all, that´s why they relate to those stories (Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan..) so well. Fairy Tales are wonderful. What more can you ask for, outside of conquering goals and believing in your ideas. The innocence of children represents to me the source of infinite creativity. That is the potential of every human being. But by the time you´re an adult, you´re conditioned.
Grown-ups are really nothing but children who have lost all that real magic by not noticing and digging and finding out."
"The first time I saw ET, I melted through the whole thing. The second time, I cried like crazy. And then, in doing the narration, I felt like I was there with them, like behind a tree or something, watching everything that happened.
The next day I missed him a lot. I wanted to go back to that spot I was at yesterday in the forest. I wanted to be there."
"I think my job is to make people happy through my music. But I do feel strange with people. All my life I´ve been treated differently from other people and it does make you shy.
I was a veteran before I was a teenager.
Sometimes I feel that I should be nearing the end of my life, turning 80 with people patting me on the back. That´s what comes from starting so young."
Leave me alone, just stop doggin' me around!
'Leave me alone' on the album 'Bad', 1987
Like an old indian proverb says, do not judge a man until you've walked 2 moons in his moccasoms. Most people don't know me, that is why they write such things in wich most in not true. I cry very, very often benause it hurtes and I worry about the children, all my children all over the world. I live for them. ... Animals strike, not from malice, but because they want to live, it its the same with tabloids critisize, they desire our blood, not our pain. But still I must achieve and must seek truth in all things. I must endure .... I was sent ... for the world for the children. Nut have mercy, for I've been bleeding a long time now.
message to the public, 1987
Nation to nation
All the world must come together
Face the problems that we see
Then maybe somehow we can work it out...
I have to find my peace
Cuz no one seems to let me be...
'Jam' on the album Dangerous, 1991
"In a crowd, I`m afraid. On stage, I`m safe. I`d sleep on stage if I could."
taken from the book 'In His Own Words' (1993)
"Well, on stage for me was home. I was most comfortable - and am still most comfortable on stage, but once I got off stage, I was like, very sad."
Oprah-Interview, 1993
"My biggest fear is being misquoted. One word can be cut into a statement and change the complete meaning and colouring of what was meant."
taken from the book 'In His Own Words' (1993)
"My biggest fear is being misquoted. One word can be cut into a statement and change the complete meaning and colouring of what was meant. Lately, people have been twisting everything I’ve been saying and that’s why I shy away from many interviews. I don’t like to be misrepresented to my fans. I accept that I can’t stop rumours. But when it’s something serious and I get wrongly quoted, that’s very wrong...so if I can’t be quoted proberly, I’d rather not be quoted at all."
taken from the book 'In His Own Words' (1993)
"I happen to be colour blind. I don`t hire colour, I hire competence."
taken from the book 'In His Own Words' (1993)
1. "Racism is not my motto. One day I strongly expect every colour to love as one family."
taken from the book 'In His Own Words', 1993
"The tabloids are a bunch of trash. I think there should be a way to destroy them. We should create a big burning, like in stadiums around the world-pile them all together! You remember how they used to do disco records, and just create a burning, to make people aware. It’s such an intrsion. It’s a horrible thing. They hunt you, it’s terrible. It creates such ugliness, they never think about how the person feels about what they write."
Taken from an interview with Adrian Grant
Somebody please have mercy, ‘cause I just can’t take it. Stop pressurin’ me, just stop pressurin’ me, stop pressurin’ me -
make me wanna scream...
'Scream' on the album ' HIStory', 1995
Just because you read it in a magazine or see it on the TV screen don’t make it factual. Just because you read it in a magazine
Or see it on the TV screen don’t make it factual, actual. You’re so damn disrespectable.
'Tobloid Junkie' on the album 'HIStory', 1995
I used to dream
I used to glance beyond the stars
Now I don`t know where we are
Although I know we`ve drifted far
'Earth Song' on the album HIStory, 1995
Before you judge me
Try hard to love me
The painful youth I´ve had
Have you seen my Childhood?
'Childhood' on the album 'HIStory', 1995
"Because with time my skin condition has gotten worse, I hate to say it. I have vitiligo, and I'm totally completely allergic to the sun. I'm not even suppose to be outside actually. Even if I'm in the shade the sun rays can destroy my skin."
VH-1-Interview, 1996
"It's very sad, I just want the fans to know and to understand that is not the truth... 99.9% of it is not the truth. And don't read it, don't believe it, it's garbage. It's tabloid junk, I mean they just simply make it up for greed and money.... so please don't listen to it... it's trash."
Australien TV-Interview, 1996
"I’ve been living with that kind of press all my life. The tabloid press, that kind of press...not the press, the tabloid, the paparazzi, that type. I’ve been running for my life like that. Hiding, getting away. You can’t go that way ‘cause they’re over there, well let’s go this way and pretend we’re going that way, and we’ll go this way. Someone should say:”Hold on! Stop! This person deserves their privacy. You are not allowed to go there.” I mean, I go around the world dealing with running and hiding, and you can’t...I can’t take a walk in the parc, I can’t go to the store, I can’t. I have to hide in my room. You feel like you’re in prison. They go as far as to hide things into places.They’ll slide a machine under the toilet “ch, ch, ch, ch”...and you go “Oh my God!” They’ve done that to me.
(...)
You should not say he’s an animal! You should not say “he’s Jacko”. I’m not a Jacko, I’m Jackson! I have a heart and I have feelings, I fell that when you do that to me! It’s not nice! Don’t do it! I’m not a wacko!
There’s so much garbage, so much trash written about me. It’s so untrue and they’re complete lies. The press have made up some Godawful horrifying stories that are completely appalling so far from the truth. It made me realize that the more often you hear a lie, you begin to believe it. It’s appalling the things have been said about me and they’re completely false.
(...)
Paparazzi: they follow you. They chase us on their scooters. I have to say to the driver ... I say, 'Slow down' I jump in and I say, 'You're gonna kill us.' I say, 'Slow down.' I've done that many times. 'You're gonna kill us.' So, he jumps out of the car and yells at these people.
(...)
The star needs some space. He's got a heart, he's human. Give him a chance to relax....
20/20- Barbara Walters-Interview, 1997
"I'm just a person who wanna be honest and do good. I just wanna say, look, leave me alone and let me do what I want to do."
Daily-Mirror-Interview 1999
Heal the world, make it a better place, for you and for me and the entire human race. There are people dying, if yu care enough for the living, make a better place for you and for me.
Your best friends, Michael?
„The children of the world, for their innocence, their simplicity, and their love. It's the same kind of innocence that I find in animals. They just want you for your love and I love that.-mj
"I'm just a person who wanna be honest and do good. I just wanna say, look, leave me alone and let me do what I want to do."-mj
- MICHAEL JACKSON
7/11/2004 6:10 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
• "Michael's songs light up my everyday-life. He helps us not to loose faith in a better future. His lyrics helped me to find courage in difficult times for example at the time my parents divorced."
7/11/2004 6:11 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Did you really look carefully? This is also Michael Jackson – 'Wacko Jacko' as people love to say. If you like to have another look on the pictures and just let them touch you for a moment…
We think that pictures tell you so much. And here we see nice, human pictures. Pictures which don’t have much left of a 'Wacko' and an 'eccentric megastar', but show a warm, living man like you and we are – well, we just start from the fact that you are a warm person who in his life also has felt something like love and affection. Because love, respect and humanity, that’s what we stand for.
But isn’t it the fact, that the picture the public has from Michael Jackson is a different one? One that belongs more to this sort we talked about earlier and that bases on distance, negative emotions, lack of understanding, mockery and yes, even scorn? At least this is the feeling we always have. And now we go away from the pictures which are really taken with cameras and go to those we carry with us in our hearts.
We all know that it’s very easy to deride someone you don’t know. And how often we heard words like “Michael Jackson? I just don’t like him!”?! And if the one who said that don’t have any argument he just meant: “He’s so strange....”
People always turn down others if they feel insecure themselves, if the other is unfamiliar. And this is the very reason we want to bring him closer to you. Then you can still decide whether in the end you want to accept or reject him.
We’d like to bring him closer to you because we claim that we really know him a little bit better. Why do we claim that? Maybe just because we were longer and more intensively busy with this man. So we also would not say that we could tell you what your cousin is like – or your brother! This we could never do, because we never were busy with him/her. There you’d be the expert in the same way we are here.
We know Michael Jackson’s life, we know his music, his lyrics, we know what he did and said during 40years, we know what his friends have said about him and people who were or are in touch with him. Some of us have met him in person and in all those years we’ve seen his joy, his sorrows and his pain – yes, we shared it. Please give us the chance to tell you about our knowledge and experiences.
Just before we said that pictures tell you so much. Maybe you’d argue that there still is the first line of pictures which also expresses much. Sure, that’s very true! Once again look at them and wonder what you’d think about it.
.....
So, and now we’re allowed to tell you what we can see in these pictures, okay?
First of all we see a man who hides behind a mask. And if it’s not a mask, than it’s sunglasses or a head. But why does a man do something like that? To scare others? To be malicious? This we hardly can imagine. We rather see a man who hides from paparazzi, from nosy eyes and from malicious tongues which criticise and scrutinise everything in him. We see a soul which desperately tries to protect itself from cameras, flashes and all kind of attacks. And this we really don’t consider to be ‘nasty’. Or would you disagree?
More over we see a man who can let out everything he is and everything he has on stage. There he bursts – almost like a balloon! Michael Jackson is an unbelievable gentle man. One who only rarely can live his aggressions - which are just natural feelings and which we all do have. He can scream and dance his joy, but also anger, sadness and all his pain out. Maybe this is the very reason he is that good – or even the best...?! This however explains very much, don’t you think?
And if you saw “Wanna bet...?!?” back in 1999, you maybe could also reproach to him that he behaves strange and somewhat clumsy from time to time. May be. But should we wonder about this? Michael Jackson is shy and in relationships to other people maybe a little awkward as well, that’s in his nature. We believe that we would be the same if we didn’t know this kind of relationship.
And if we knew that a) anyone stares at us as if we were extra-terrestrial beings and b) anyone who stares at us also wants to catch a glimpse of any part of us no matter the intention of this behaviour – may this be due to love, aversion, prospect of money – it’s after all simply the same.
Last but not least we see the human being who feels most comfortable when he is able to hug his children. He really looks happy then. Is this strange to you? We know many people who feel this way...
We have only summed up some examples and we have loads more of them.
But with this aspect we want to attract your attention. Attract you to enter a strange world, a world that you don’t know well and attract you to “pictures” that can be interpreted really differently. Maybe you’ve got a little curious. If so, then we recommend you to also read through other texts on this homepage. Here, you will find answers to many others of your questions that we haven’t answered here and now. We haven’t answered many of your FAQ’s because we don’t want to repeat ourselves in our texts again and again.
But we can promise you that you know the human being Michael Jackson much better after having read our reports and essays and after having argued with at least some of our pictures.
And if you don’t know where to start we would like to point out that the essay “A message to the world – acquittal for Michael Jackson” might interest you in a special way.
Furthermore, we as “Fanship turns to friendship” won’t be dealing with such popular topics as hyperbaric chambers, apes, skin bleaching or child molestation – it’s not that we don’t have an opinion on things like this, but we don’t want to creep on the same low level as the rainbow press does. We plead for your sympathy, for Michael Jacksons private life, his nose, his pets and his after-shave lotion definitely belong to his privacy – and even we as devoted fans are not allowed to question this. Only Michael himself is allowed to talk about these “allegations” and he has done this several times. While searching for the final truth, it is especially Michael’s opinion that isn’t paid attention to, as paradox as this may sound. So let us have him a voice as well! Here you have a little summary of the things Michael has to say of his own (everything else would lead to far on this page):
These are the statements of the man who should know it best (and if you want to hear even more of Michael Jackson, we give you the link to the chapter “Experts talk” where MJ speaks a bit more).
If you believe him or not this is another question. But it is also questionable if you should prefer believing in the press and/or doubtful strangers, people who haven’t argued with the complexity of all this and who are only out for money or publicity. Well, this is simply a question of contemplation...
Oh yes, talking of these things, there is still something more! Even though the topic of skin bleaching belongs to these private things, we would like to demonstrate you another possible term of thinking.
As we have seen, Michael has made some explicit statements concerning this problem, but there are still people who ask themselves whether he has bleached his skin because he didn’t want to be black or not. Well, to make the final point in this, the answer is “no” and anyone who has thoroughly thought about this knows that this is the truth.
Nevertheless, let’s take into consideration to twist this question! Not to ask “Has he..., will he..., does he go..., what is he doing...?” but to ask oneself “What would lead someone to do something like this? What could lead a human being so far to harm himself in that way?”. This is a term of question you can also use for his nose jobs and every other thing that interests you. And we believe that the answers to these questions will be much more human because you start with taking the person’s soul into consideration and not his clumsy behaviour. For then, it starts to deal with mutual care and not with sheer doing and judging. For this still is not our task. Anyway, why have people made judging their favourite occupation? What is going better then? Would a single person in this entire world feel better if Michael Jackson was put into prison because of his nose job?! A simple question...
We have already told you that you would find some answers on this homepage, but certainly not all of them. But if you are so into one question so that it makes you stay up all night thinking about it, feel free to mail us – for we could never cope with the thought that you might not get your beauty sleep! We are willing to share our knowledge with you 24/7.
Yet, this doesn’t mean that we will tell you even more rumours, it rather means that we will give you some hints to go into this or that direction and to think for yourself and to complete your own visions.
To think for others is not our duty – it is more than enough when the press tries to do this for a whole nation. We, however, hold the view that one first of all should gather all kinds of available information and THEN should paint his very own picture of the topic – as coloured and friendly as possible. You are at the right address to start right away! All the other “information” that you can read in the tabloids that is prepared and waiting for someone to believe in them is available at the next news-stand round your corner tomorrow. On this page, you have to do some more work, with your mind and heart.
After a long and thorough search, our team has found a picture of Michael Jackson that rather looks like this. And we are hopefully aware of the fact that we now talk about the soul of a human being!
We would be really pleased if you – one day- were also able to paint such a picture. But this is only up to you...
7/11/2004 6:12 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
So many words
Have shown the hate
Trapped in time
Apologies come to late
Rumors fly
Lies are told
So many people
Their souls have been sold
Money is promised
From the one's they feed
No mention of the one's
They cause to bleed
We have to stop this insanity
We have to release the truth
It's so unfair
Some can't see that it's not true
Pull together
To stop the plight
Pull together
For what we know is right
No more suffering
All is gone
Good-bye to the press
Good-bye to what is wrong
-Michael Jackson
7/11/2004 6:13 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
There's no question or doubt about it. Michael is the Master of Music Videos to this very day. Most consider his videos "short films" rather than videos, as because each tells a story, as if they were really movies. Throughout the years he has taken our very breath away with his special effects, tremendous acting, and of course, the dancing
7/11/2004 6:13 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael truly is the King of Pop, Rock, and Soul. He has changed Pop culture as we know it and has become one of the biggest music icons in history. Whether it's your feelings on his music, your love for his voice, or even if it's just your favorite song, whatever it may be, this is the place to go and share it with the fans.
7/11/2004 6:14 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MICHAEL JACKSON
So many have hurted you ...
you, who has such a heart for children, animals, for creation ...
blessed singer, poet, artist ...
... we love you ...
... may your work be blessed ...
may your songs shake up ... wake up ...
... heal the world ... heal the children ...
the animals ... nature ...
May you have the best friends possible ...
those who really understand you ...
those who really love you ...
7/11/2004 6:16 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's not only one of the greatest artists of age, a star for the ages is what he really is. His Thriller album is the greatest selling album in the history of the world. And his song 'We Are The World' sold 800,000 copies in 3 days. His records actually set records. As members of a new generation of pop artists we stand before him with the deepest sense of gratitude and humility. He's influenced our musical choices but more importantly he has influenced our personal choices.
No artist does as much to make the world a better place, and no other celebrity is more humble about his good work. What else can I say about him, he's bad, he's a thriller, and he's here. The greatest living recording artist in the world, number one superstar. King of Pop. On behalf of the G & P Foundation it's a great honour to present the Angel of Hope : Michael Jackson."
7/11/2004 6:18 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
"Cancer is the number one killer of children. And it is only when we join together on evenings like this, that we can summon the courage and determination to stop it from ever robbing another child of the precious gift of life or a parent of the joy of watching their child grow. God bless you all for all the love and support you have offered this evening and I love you all very much. Thank you. "
-Michael Jackson
27/12/2004 10:40 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I BELIEVE HE IS INNOCENT CAUSE MY MOM LIKED HIM WHEN SHE WAS GROWIN UP HE USE TO BE CUTE! BUT TO TELL YA THE TRUTH I DONT GIVE A DAMN, I JUST KNOW HE UGLY
29/12/2004 1:54 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Dear Michael
I cannot think of any other way to start this so I stand out from other fans
I am so upset at these allegations directed at you. I cry every night just thinking
of the fact if you were to go to jail. I live in Australia and when I finish school
I am going to move to California..I hope that just one day I can call myself a true
freind of yours because there is nothing in this world that could make me happier
I love you
Alyssa
3/01/2005 3:45 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
HEY MICHAEL ME AND MY FEANCE AND OUR TWO GIRLS LOVE YOU. WE THINK THAT YOU ARE THE GREATEST AND SOMEDAY WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU IN PERSON. BUT IF YOU CAN'T FIND THE TIME TO MEET TWO OF YOUR BIGGEST FAN AND THTWO NEWEST FANS THAT'S FINE. WE JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT ALL THE THINKS THAT ARE HAPPENING TO YOU IS BOGUS. WE DON'T LIKE ALL OF THE STUFF PEOPLE HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT YOU. WE THINK THAT PEOPLE ARE JUST TRYING TO TAKE YOUR MONEY. WE LOVE YOU AND EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU YOUR THE BEST MICHAEL. WITH LOTS OF LOVE FROM JESUS,MARIA,CIANA,AND YASMINE THE RAMIREZ FAMILY. PLEASE E-MAIL US OR SEND A LETTER TO 2105 FREEPORT RD. APT.301 STERLING IL. 61081
3/01/2005 4:01 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
HEY MICHAEL ME AND MY FEANCE AND OUR TWO GIRLS LOVE YOU. WE THINK THAT YOU ARE THE GREATEST AND SOMEDAY WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU IN PERSON. BUT IF YOU CAN'T FIND THE TIME TO MEET TWO OF YOUR BIGGEST FAN AND THTWO NEWEST FANS THAT'S FINE. WE JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT ALL THE THINKS THAT ARE HAPPENING TO YOU IS BOGUS. WE DON'T LIKE ALL OF THE STUFF PEOPLE HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT YOU. WE THINK THAT PEOPLE ARE JUST TRYING TO TAKE YOUR MONEY. WE LOVE YOU AND EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU YOUR THE BEST MICHAEL. WITH LOTS OF LOVE FROM JESUS,MARIA,CIANA,AND YASMINE THE RAMIREZ FAMILY. PLEASE E-MAIL US OR SEND A LETTER TO 2105 FREEPORT RD. APT.301 STERLING IL. 61081 [email protected]
6/01/2005 9:21 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MICHAEL I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND BE STRONG.
8/01/2005 6:59 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I believe micheal is innocent. Frankly speaking he dont have any neccessary to do so. He has a lot of money and fame. he can anything he wants. perticularly when u talk about children, he is very much consider about them. this is obvious from his songs like "heal the world". I love micheal. i love him very much.
13/01/2005 3:00 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's Innocent.Period.
21/01/2005 7:27 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I think Michael has been run down and betrayed by people close to him.
That those who were close to him in specific services have not done their job.
Management things, something else.
22/01/2005 4:08 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I say leave the brotha alone. If you look at the facts and stop shouting "he's a freak" you'll see that the mother has a history of lying to the police, schizophrenia, and accusing people of these exact same charges, even her ex-husband! Besides that they didn't find the boy's DNA in the bed which says alot! I say she wants fame and now she got it, time to leave the jurors to their duty!
26/01/2005 9:12 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
ive met michael four times and stayedat his house hes innocent he wouldnt dothat never he the most kindest ppl u would ever get the chance to mee in ur hole intire life leave him alone and let
him get on with his life and be with his childern thats all he want and all the parent of those kids who ahave made the allagations all u ass holes think about is urself and money
LEAVE MICHAEL ALONE
if u wanna chat about the allagations email mi on [email protected] thanks
MICHAEL JACKSON IS INNOCENT
31/01/2005 8:18 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
who in their right minds would want to live in the u s a where its inhabitants vilify people like mj. here in nz we believe innocent until proven guilty, and do not pre judge another human beings. imagine having to live like your celebrities do, never enjoying life but entertaining you selfish people, who never leave him alone.Here in N.Z. our special celebrities can go about their daily lives and are not be harrassed by moron who feels that it is their right to intrude on some one elses privacy, as seems to be the case in the usa.Good luck Michael , keep your head up and keep smiling.
ANNIE
1/02/2005 3:54 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
michael jackson is innocent. i cant belive this is happing to him.he is a very lovely person theres no way he can do anythin like that hes so kind an lovely. there just want his money off him cause there are sad people.im thinking off u every sec of the day i louv u so much good luck michael luv jenny
1/02/2005 8:21 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i think micheal jackson is innocent untill proven guilty he deserves a fare trial and i only hope that the justice system will work in his favour i have been a very big fan for the best part of my life so wot if hes different he is his own person and is free to look whatever way he likes i believe that he has a genuine love for children but not in the way the press is making out theese alligations are a disgrace and the familys that are making them are only out to make money and should be ashamed of them selves theese people r the ones that should be locked up not him and i look forward to the day that he is proved innocent xxx lisa marie robertson
1/02/2005 8:29 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i think micheal jackson is innocent untill proven guilty he deserves a fare trial and i only hope that the justice system will work in his favour i have been a very big fan for the best part of my life so wot if hes different he is his own person and is free to look whatever way he likes i believe that he has a genuine love for children but not in the way the press is making out theese alligations are a disgrace and the familys that are making them are only out to make money and should be ashamed of them selves theese people r the ones that should be locked up not him and i look forward to the day that he is proved innocent xxx lisa marie robertson
1/02/2005 9:25 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
JUST WANT TO SAY GOOD LUCK MICHAEL.
MANY PEOPLE IN N Z BELIEVE YOU ARE INNOCENT AND THAT WILL BE PROVEN.
WHEN THIS IS OVER, PLEASE DO NOT LOSE YOUR BELIEF IN PEOPLE AS THERE ARE MANY BEHIND YOU.
WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU.
ANNIE
1/02/2005 8:18 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
My appreciation for Michael Jackson's music notwithstanding, if he did indeed commit the crimes of which he is accused, then he needs help.
However, I don't buy it for several reasons.
1. The magazine that supposedly have both his and the accuser's prints on them was allegedly in Sneddon's poosession for over a year. Also, there is no positive proof that the prints were put on the magazine at the same time, considering, sources close to Jackson say that the boy and his brother had full run of the place while Jackson wasn't home many times. Who's to say they didn't find the magazines and start rifling through them? Pre-pubscent boys and porn magazines? Not hard to believe.
2. Why search the man's house more than a year after charges are filed? Are you that desperate for evidence?
3.They've resorted to questioning the man's own nephews (Jermaine's sons). Like they are really going to testify against their uncle! It reeks of desperation.
4. No concrete evidence like the boy's DNA. No DNA belonging to the boy could be found in any of Jackson's bedding materials.
2/02/2005 4:36 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
We know you are innoncent ,we want to help you the are some body has a true gift from God.Give us a call 336-687 1058 ask James .We love you Micheal
4/02/2005 2:40 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Even though MJ may look weirld and have an unsettled home, I really don't believe that MJ can do what is being charged for. I believe MJ is innocent. A word for YOU, MJ, please give your life to JESUS. He is the only one that can safe you especially in time like this.
4/02/2005 11:51 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
THE PARTY
What's so strange about a strange party? Things are supposed to get strange at a party. That's what a party is supposed to be a part-ing of the normal. Anything other is merely a social gathering. However, there are sometimes those parties are so strange; they are otherworldly.
I stopped in to see my friend and former boss *Daniel. I had not talked to him in more than a year. Fortunately for him, I had arrived just when he was having some transportation issues. He had secured a free lance gig setting up the sound, taking pic
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-tures and shooting video of a party. The party was quite a distance away and he professed that he was on the verge of declining before I had arrived. He enticed me to drive him to the party and, since I had not been out in awhile I consented to drive my vehicle.
We reunited later in the day, picked-up one of Daniel's other acquaintances and off we were. We talked of many things while in the car, none which concerned the upcoming party. It was if instinctively we knew that the subject was to be experienced and not discussed beforehand. The drive was close to two hours. It is magnificent to note how drastic California's climate in terrain can change in such a comparatively short amount of time and distance. I believe the area we had arrived in would have been considered the high desert.
The spring like weather of our departure point had now changed to the omnipresent blaze of summer. The heat, although intense, had a refreshing quality about
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Ít.
It was hot, dry and breezy as if someone had left the door of a moon size Maytag dryer, open, while it was still running. To feel one's self totally encapsulated by external heat has quite a surreal feel about it but, at this point, surrealness had only poked its head out momentarily to say boo!
How are you?
Southern California is not an all night town like a Chicago or a New York. When we get down to partying we start early and end early. Parties as well as other social activities usually begin around six or seven in the evening. Since Daniel had to set up some equipment we had arrived even earlier, around five. After venturing through some winding
hillish roads we finally arrived at the intended location. The neighborhood appeared to be typical of a working man's ( and woman's) blue collar encampment. The block was situated on a cul de sac which set back even further on an incline than the main road. This fact gave the block an even more an appearance of
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se-parti-ation. Although not truly isolated, any surrounding blocks were staged at respectable distances.There were eight or so houses on each side of the street. The houses themselves, were old, with nothing spectacular to look at and bearing no signs of gentrification facelifts. My first assumption was that this was going to be some sort of block party since uniformed security guards were busy blocking off the entire entrance to the block with ceremonial red velvet rope. There was even valet parking and some higher ups on the security hierarchy dressed in the standard blue blazer, grew slacks and touting walkie-talkies.
How impressive, I thought, for a block party. Funny none of the blocks residents were visible to witness the hubbub, neither were their
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cars. I guess valet parking or security had really taken care of them?
The only visible person out there on the block other than ourselves and the hired help was
a female, draped in a one piece, tightly fitted, black jump suit. She was sitting at the entrance at the house Daniel had directed us towards. The heat waves emanating from the streets made her appear wavy and out of focus as I approached the house, still her wild and bountiful mane of reddish curls encouraged me to increase my pace so that I might have a prized peek. However the closer I advanced the more out of focus she became. It is a scientific fact them when something is unpleasing to the eyes, the pupils contract as if desiring to diminish the shock of the viewed image. I failed to note if she acknowledged any member of out trio for the simple fact that she scared me and I could not look at her straight away. Relying on quick nervous glances and peripheral vision I recall the following description. She had the sloping forehead developing into the Neanderthal brow such as the vampires on Buffy morph into once they have convert into their desired forms. She had no eyebrows of note which was interesting considering the abundant mass of head hair, ala Whoopi Goldberg. Could this have been some sort of fashion statement? I have seen news clips that some people are so into the Gothic music scene they will have physical alterations done their person in order to become more ghoulish in appearance.
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if this was the case, she susceeded. Only in LA, I guess.
I was not going to let my imagination run wild. OK I had a party to attend. Once inside, my road trip companion and I kind found our way into the atrium section of the house; which sort of extended into a larger backyard. This party was definitely not being catered by professional hosting service or even by someone with a flair for party throwing. I have seen more festive like accolades at birthday parties for kids at Chucky Cheese. All the trappings of celebration seemed cheap and poorly thrown together. Hey Guys! maybe you shouldn't have spent so much on security. Come to think of it, why security anyway. Who would want to crash a party like such as this? These were some of the thoughts that I entertained myself with as I sat there surveying the lack of ambience, holding a cup of 99 cents store quality cola in a plastic Dixie cup. Guest had begun to arrive. I did imagine that demonic she devil who guarded the entrance had thoroughly inform-
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ed the visitors who was not among them, us. Mommy, I feel a sacrifice coming on.
As the guest begin to interact with each other I ascertained that this was a surprise birthday party for the owner of the house, a man named *Marion. The first few guest did not set off any alarms other than one couple who had what must have been their grandchild in tow. The unfettered Damien looking youth was quite annoying and no one attempted to discipline the precocious youth. This erratically dancing elf-like figure had a set of what might be unfortunately marketed as some sort of party favor. The instrument, a set of plastic horns or, to be more precise, pipes, produced god awful sound. The vibrations which emanated from the instrument were reminiscent of miniature, high pitched, untuned, fog horn. This sound, enter twined with the orchestrated yet eerie harmonies coming forth from the River dance video which played in the background, was enough to drive anyone batty. Still I refused to give in, heck I have seen weirder, so bring it on. This resolve of mine seemed to have been lost on my fellow traveling companion. Daniel had so far spent most of his time in the house helping set up things. Although I keep quiet and remained cool and unnerved by everything I was witnessing, my road trip companion was just a wee bit freaking out. He gave sound to everything I was thinking but refused to voice. He had a physical appearance to Ben Stiller and had inherited his nervous mannerism to boot.
Man, something is weird about this party
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What's wrong with that boy. Whu doesn't some tell him to stop blowing that f_ _ _ _ _ _ annoying horn?
Who the Hell in Marion? They talk about this f_ _ _ _ _ _ _ Marion like he's some sort of God.
What's was up with that chick on the steps etc. etc. etc.
Ben seemed to be trying so hard to get me to admit that something was amiss that my resolve became even greater to say nothing and act as if I have seen it all before.
The guest list was a multicultural delight but still a melting pot of the weird. The guest seemed unconnected, very little of old friend meeting old friend. They seemed to have nothing in common except for the admiration and/or love or devotion to the not yet arrived guest of honor, Marion.
They greeted each other with cult like familiarity with Marion being the subject of every
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other sentence. Now Marion was a part time talent agent which I deduced might explain the eccentric assortment of guest.
Once again, why security and where the Hell was the rest of the neighborhood?
The Guest
(some of the more notable in attendance)
The custodians of the little Pan, blowing his devilish horns and doing that terrible annoying goat boy dance were Middle Eastern and seem to speak in their own dialect except when bestowing the praises of Marion.
A former movie personality, an American Indian, looking just fabulous in his silver pony tails and western wear. He had co-stared in numerous cowboy productions of the 30's, 40's and 50's. Now in what look like his 90's, he still favored the glory days as indicated by the scrap book of glosses and movie stills, he bought along.
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There was a child prodigy, not part of the band, who entertained the guest with surprisingly heavy drug themed rifts on the electric guitar such as numbers by the Doors and songs such as Jimi Hendrix's Purple Haze.
Two retirees, a lesbian couple with a New Mexico, artsy, Santa Fe butcheness about them.
One had bought a pair of authentic cow bones, specially for the occasion, which she feverishly clanged together as percussion instruments. That gave me new meaning to hearing the term playing dem bones.
There was a trio of kids who moved as one unit. They walked so close together, intertwined and in unison it was amazing that they didn't fall over one another. The did not interact with any of the other kids, nor adults at that party so, not only did they moved in physical harmony as if one unit, I guess they were self contained. This megaunit of Bambi like flesh was/were probably in their preteens, obviously related, so cute to the point where their long dark curly locks and doe like eyelashes betrayed gender, as much as I
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looked at them I could not ascertain if they were boys or girls. They had a Jackson like, of the famous Jackson family, quality about them and there was something inside of the house that gave credence to this assumption
The House
I had no idea what was going on in the house and I planned to hold it as long as possible to avoid going inside hence no beer for me. As if to note our hesitancy to venture indoors, Daniel came out and requested that Ben and I give him a hand. The interior of the modest working class home was horrendous, an eye sore, without any style, arrangement or sense of decor. Many items would have found better lodgings in a museum or a Medieval castle or a magic show. There were coat of arms mantles hanging on the walls next to hotel lobby styled painting. A full sized knight in armor set clustered
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in between a television set and piece furniture so blah and non descript that I don't know what to call it. Pinnacled, high backed, wooden chairs with funeral home, maroon colored padding adorned the living? room. Throughout the house framed autographed pictures of Michael Jackson, pre-bizzaro incarnation, abounded. All the photos were addressed to Marion, thanking him for this and for that.
The sun was beginning to set and some guest were arriving in Limousines. Limos to such a tacky affair? Marion had yet to arrive. Then it occurred to me, Could Marion be an alias, a pseudo identity for Michael Jackson? It had to be, I thought. At least this line of thinking offered me a sigh of relief which was then replaced by joyous exhilaration of the spectacle to due to arrive. This new assumption was far better than the previous, I thanked God all the Rosemary's baby scenario was no more. Somewhere in the distance I heard a helicopter
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approaching at South Central, LA altitude, That's gotta be him, I mused and returned to the backyard.
Some of the arriving guest were now more fashionable, still pretty eclectic but arriving in serious out on the town duds. I take it these were some of the folks exiting from the limos. The way less than out on the town atmosphere did not seem to bother them, maybe I was just being paranoid and a snob. Much like the earlier arrivals, the fashionable new arrivals seemed only concerned about was the expectant arrival of Michael, oops, I mean Marion.
The Arrival
From my position in the backyard, I heard a commotion brewing. It must be him. A sad birthday cake, the kind one could probably purchase at Price Club if Price Club did birthday cakes was brought to the outdoor dining table. The commotion continued a few minutes on the inside as I held my breath with anticipation. The entourage of well wishers parted and out on to the patio stepped Marion.
Marion was not Michael Jackson. Not only
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¹that, Marion appeared to be the most normal looking person at the party, present company included. He humbly, thanked the well wishers, casting his infectious and child like smile this way then, that way. In his mid forties, displaying all the charisma of a content civil servant, Marion entreated the band to play. The rest of the night dwindled forth uneventful. No baby was brought out for sacrifice. Marion did not change into a puff of smoke while doing the moon walk,. I still thought the band, which included the woman-beast guardian of the steps, played some damn scary and demonic lyrics but such I guess is the nature of speed metal punk gothic funk or what ever type of band they were. There were still nagging questions about the nature of the party, the weird assortment of guest, the security, the absence of an entire neighborhood; I still could not answer but, juxtaposed against the normalcy of Marion my imagination remained stuck in neutral.
The evening was drawing to a close for me. I apologized to Daniel but asked if he could possible get a ride home with one of the other guest; many he seemed to have some sort of affiliation with. He was disappointed that I was not going to stay to the end but left matters as they were. When Ben heard I was leaving he was ready to also bail. Ben was still being freaked by the whole scene. I guest the normalcy of Marion did not persuade him else wise. I surveyed the scene one more time taking in a detail account of the guest of honor. No he was not Michael, nor the Devil. But He very well could have been Michael. He had all the physical attributes of what Michael may have looked like if he had never lived the life of a super star, if he had never undergone all the plastic surgeries, if he had never had the skin bleached or as he puts it contracted the rare skin disorder. If Michael had aged and assumed the features of a normal middle age man
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rather than remain that eternal adolescent humoncolus being. Although now beginning to bald, Marion had the same slender build,height, color and natural facial features yes even the original full nose, that a mature Michael Jackson would have probably have had. Perhaps a younger Michael sold his identity to the Devil in exchange for what ever? Now my imagination was back on track but too! far fetched to give it any real consideration or creditability.
Body Language
There are some things acquired early in life that tend to stay with up no matter how many transformations we go through. Weeks after the party, I would sometimes muse about my concluding, yet baseless, fantasy scenario about the party and the Michael Jackson connection. However just thinking about the humble and super normal Marion doused the flames of my imagination. Marion was such a likable character. I really enjoyed his sincere way of both waving to and thanking his well wishers. Unlike the smirky smile and the little cutesy fake kiss of the hands to lips followed by the half hearted and labored extension of the arm to wave to well wishers and fans that Michael Jackson is noted for; Marion exhibits a beaming, broad smile followed by a wave which invokes his entire body. Slightly bent at the waist, Marion would raise his entire arm, starting from the opposite side of the body and with the enthusiastic follow through bring the arm and hand way above the head into almost an open handed, forward facing salute. It really made you feel appreciated. No wonder he had such devoted well wishers.
Many months later and on several occasion, I happen to see televised footage of the Jackson Five doing the early years. In dispersed between all the clips one could see a jubilant and beaming Michael Jackson smile while giving thanks to his fans, slightly bent at the waist, raising his entire arm, starting from the opposite side of the body and with the enthusiastic follow through he would bring his arm and hand way above the head into almost an open handed, forward facing salute. It really made you feel appreciated. No wonder he had such devoted fans.
The videos are out there.
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Phillip Ghee 550 W.Washington Ave. Ste.B Escondido CA 92025
6/02/2005 1:22 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Hi a have just spent an hour reading this web page and i think it's discusting to read that some people have so much hate for Micheal. All they know is what thet read in the press and we all know what bulls**t get put in our papers.
If he has done what they say why did why did it not come out years ago. He is a very generous man that has helped alot of people and good causes. People who dislike him are just jealous because they could never be like him. If i ever had the chance to see him in person i would tell him what a wonderful person he is.
My love and support is with you always Micheal
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Innocent Innocent Innocent Innocent Innocent And he always will be
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8/02/2005 2:01 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jaclson lies to everyone the press and his own fans...that he changed because of hormones and shit. If he could lie about that he can lie about naything.
What sort of person black-males a child by saying
"If you love me, you will sleep in my bed"
he payed to keep a little boy quiet. $15.3 million.
He gave young boys alcohol to make them more vulnerable.
And taught the young ones how to masterbate. Absolutley Diabolical!!!!
9/02/2005 9:33 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
hello people in the world WAKE UP! MJ is a total freak and guilty man. firstly i would say that if you think he is innocent, YOU ARE EXTREMLY WRONG!
well if he is innocent, then why doesn't he claim to those who put him in jail?
why doesnt he ask for his money back? (25 billion is A LOT)!
sooooooo......... MJ try to get a life! black mailing iS ilegal and chuking cash on people TO SHUT THEIR MOUT aint a good sign in life!
try to become a better person in life Michael Jackson because its not going to help u in the future!!!!!!!
16/02/2005 8:24 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I believe in my heart and want to that Michael is innocent. He will break so many hearts if he is proven guilty. As well as mine.
19/02/2005 12:49 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I'm wait until i get all the facts,before accusing someone. He might or he might not be innocent. I'm not on this earth to judge no one. I think it is two sides to every story. No one was there
at the ranch to see what was going on. A Mother know if that was going on with her child, she wouldn't ever let her child go back there. She said that he kept them hostage,I can not believe that,because no mother and I mean no mother will let nothing happen to their child, without hurting someone. No man can keep you and your child hostage, you will try to kill the son of b. Also she wouldn't never take money if it happen. Money is not everything when
it comes to the safety of your child. I understand that he didn't have a child like, but he have to get pass that and grow up. Sometime, he makes his self look guilty by the things he say or do.
I people can have an open mind to both side of this problem. We just have to let God bring out the truth in this situation.
24/02/2005 10:16 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am a true fan i think this whole ordeal is stupid i am only 17 and am on your side so there has to be a way that fans could vote for you to be innocent.
25/02/2005 1:12 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I THINK MICHAEL JACKSON IS INNOCENT ITS ALL ABOUT THE MONEY THATS ALL AND THERE TAKING AN INNOCENT MAN AND SCRUBING HIS NAME IN DIRT FOR IT I THINK THE PARENTS OF THE CHILD TOLD HIM TO SAY IT GET THE KID ON HIS OWN AND PROBERLY SAY THAT 2 IF MICHAEL SEES THIS I BELIVE YOU AND SO SOULD YOUR TRUE FANS I LOVE YOU MICHAEL XXXXXXXX
25/02/2005 10:13 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I feel strongly that Michael Jackson is a child preditor. He had the opportunity to prove his innocence in 1993, when J. Chandler accused him of molestation. Yet he paid the kid off. One might say that the kid was only after money, and Jackson was just being nice. But if that were the case, why would he leave himself open to attack by putting new children in similar situations? Why would he do things that made him look guilty before?
25/02/2005 7:43 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Wacko Jacko is guilty. Seriouslly think about the case back 1991 that was never setteled in the court room. He paid that family off $24million. Why in the world would you want to pay that much to a family and have the case get thrown out because if it? If Jackson felt he was innocent then he would'nt have paid that family off. Now Michael being sick with the flue, I feel he's trying to buy some more time before he actually goes to court and has to testify. I feel he really was'nt sick but then again this guy did wanted to be a women back in the mid to late 90's. Everybody is going to have their own opinion on this guy but I guess we're all going to have to wait until the trial begins and they can get a verdict.
28/02/2005 8:09 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
if we could take off our rose coloured glasses and look at the world through the eyes of a child,they have so much faith,even in the things they dont see.who tells us to feed bread to the birds?we are only the care givers on this beautifull land.that is our job,so why hasnt someone been fired yet?all we have to do is love one another,it is so easy...no effort,its free,you can give it to more than one,so why do we as ahuman race race find it hard to do.a child only knows how to love,its the society where they learn to judge,love is so unconditional,i too would like a world of peace,just like micheal,especially for the children,our future.i too am guilty of wanting a better world,when i buy my kids a pair of shoes,youd think ive given them the moon,its such a beautifull feeling to be able to give,to see them smiling,laughing or saying at dinner time "mum im full"to see and feel so much love is so overwhelming.if we could be that way towards our neighbor and our enemies,micheal you wouldnt be being judged right at this moment,over the last 20 years i have been inspired by your lyrics,music and dance,you are a true musician and i am greatfull to have been born in the era where music was a privledge to have and to listen too,thankYOU
28/02/2005 8:16 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am absolutely appalled at the horrendous misspellings of these letters. Maybe you should all concentrate on your school work instead of wasting time defending this mutant.
9/03/2005 6:57 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MICHAEL!!!!!!!!!!!! IS NOT GUILTY HE IS INNOCENT !!!!!!LEAVE HIM ALONE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
9/03/2005 11:40 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
You people who think hes a nice guy,,dont seem to remember how the idiot dangeled his small child out the window,,,NOW THATS A SANE GUY ?? his own sister admitted to see him groping and young boy ... watch the E channel,,they have reinactments of the trial every night .. you people who think hes innocent will change your mind ..
One more thing,,why isnt Lisa Marie standing up for him ?? need I say more !!!! She has stated they are still friends,,so why not help out a friend ?? BECAUSE SHE KNOWS MORE THEN SHES TELLING !!! THINK ABOUT IT ..also what about diana ross ,, and all his other so called friends ??? Where are they now ?? they dont want to get involved ?? NOW WHY WOULDNT YOU HELP OUT A DEAR FRIEND,,I WOULD IF I KNEW HE WAS INNOCENT !!!!!!
11/03/2005 9:39 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
WE KNOW THAT EVERY PEOPLE DO ANYTHING TO GET MONEY, YES IS HARD!, BUT EVERY PEOPLE DO IT WITH ALL STARS!!! WITH ALL SINGERS AND ACTORS, ETC...!!!, AND IN THIS CASE THIS "MAN" LIKES TOUCH LITTLE BOYS AND FOR ME IS A CRIMINAL, BECAUSE HE TAKE AWAY THE INNOCENT OF THOSE CHILDS, GIVES WINE SAYING "ITS JESUS JUICE". AND DONT SEEM TO REMEMBER HOW THE IDIOT DANGELED HIS SMALL CHILD OUT OF THE WINDOW!!!, OH MY GOD thats SCARED!!! THAT'S INSANE!!! THINK ABOUT IT!!!! AND DONT FORGET THE FIRST CASE WHEN HE PAY MUCH MILLION DOLLARS TO A FAMILY, WHY???? Seriouslly think about the case back 1991 that was never setteled in the court room. He paid that family off $24million. WhO in the world would you want to pay that much money to a family and have the case get thrown out because if it? IF MICHAEL JACKSON FELT HE WAS INNOCENT, THEN HE WOULD'NT HAVE PAID THAT FAMILY OFF. HE IS REALLY SICK! AND NEEDS SOME HELP!!! I'll HOPE TO GOD FORGIVE HIM.
11/03/2005 4:54 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
man, oh man- it's very irritating to see so many comments about michael being guilty, but yet all of them are the same! what is your defense!? he sleeps in the same bed as children, he has had numerous plastic surgerys- well, who the hell cares, that has nothing to do with physically abusing a child! quit listening to the pointless enquirers and get your facts straight! first of all, if you thought your child was being molested, who would you go to first? to the police of course, but one mother went straight to a lawyer, no mother would do that if they really thought their child was being abused! you gotta be crazy! god what a better target- a billionaire, who was abused as a child, who loves children- its too easy and thats why selfish people accuse! look at the young famous stars who actually say he DID NOTHING strange to them, macauly culkin, webster- come on guys wake up! they are already rich they dont need to make up some bullshit to get money! and how about corey feldman who first said nothing happend, then changed his mind and decided to go against michael! i dont know if anybody watches the surreal life-but when corey was on it everybody hated him for being so involved in himself and for lying all the time! now theres a guy to believe! if i was a trash scamming family and i heard that michael jackson paid off a family with 25million bucks for accusing him a child molesting- why wouldnt u do the same!? of course these low class families are going to think about that and realize how easy it is to accuse an innocent man and be set for life! damn! one last thing- if a child who battled cancer consumed the amount of alcohol said then he probably wouldnt be living! he did not give a sick child liquor! think about how weak that kids ammune system is, and just a child- no way can he handle that! WAKE UP PEOPLE! if you're going to accuse then have some backup that actually has to do with real evidence!
12/03/2005 4:05 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
well all I can say is " time will tell,," showing up for court an hour late in his jammies,(AAWWHH) , shows real stability.he seems to think because hes FAMOUS michael jackson he can do what he wants..Im gonna sit back and watch this all unfold on its own.. watch the E channel .. they show the whole trial every night..
12/03/2005 5:10 AM
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I BELIEVE IN YOU JACKSON AND I THING THAT IF YOU ARE INOCENT GOD MUST HELP IN THIS STRUGGLE .YOU OUGHT BELIEVE IN OUR GOD
12/03/2005 5:10 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I BELIEVE IN YOU JACKSON AND I THING THAT IF YOU ARE INOCENT GOD MUST HELP IN THIS STRUGGLE .YOU OUGHT BELIEVE IN OUR GOD
22/03/2005 11:32 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
micheal jackson is guilty hes is a piece of worthless junk and should be taken out back and shot. I want somone to rape him and see how he feels about it mabey then he will think of somone other than himself notice how he has so much money and you never hear of him donating money to charity but god no's hes gonna rape so kid thats just bull
26/03/2005 9:26 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i hope you actually read this.I praise God for the eyes he gives to those who believe .For when our eyes are open we see what the world cannot. I gain so much revelation through your music and have been reuniting my spirt to these. Only a Man with Gods love and heart can do the things that you do those who have no understanding will be the ones who lack revelation. I pray that you will find your stength in our Lord and as you do he will raise you up. No one has the right to Judge and I say he without sin cast the first stone as we all know Jesus became our sacrifice as he had no sin.What you do for all those around you is awesome and alot of people have become so self consummed that they couldn't care less about the hungry and the old and those in prison. Everyone has a his Story and the world may finally be healed when they start to admit that they come from a brokeness should accept and allow other to grow from that pain. I feel that you have so much to share and do so in your music if this is intimidating to others then maybe they need to seek deeper into their inner being.But for you I cant forget your song I saw on video for the first time The eagle come down and covered you with his wings surrounding you with his love awesome stuff and the scripture you read out. "in my trials and trubulation"....Will you be there? Yes and he is. Only a man with Gods heart can touch one heart the way you do. Personally you are an artist beyound description you are so in touch with your inner soul and your cry of your heart is shown in your music that is why it is so powerfull and no doubt it touches millions of heart. I would say that they crucufird Jesus because they did not believe what he taught. So remember that they hated him first and it is an honour to be crucified You have an gift and you use it and let those who have eyes see and those who have ears hear.Trust in him and know that he is always there.I will pray for you and hope that a light of hope can be seen as you look into your heart. Honestly you have spent half your life trying to justify what is truth just know that God knows all and sees all and the only one who has the right to judge is God. Others will be judged as they judge others woe to them..Praise God and sing him a new song
26/03/2005 10:07 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I have just read some of these comments and am proud to say that you have a whole christian family and that we are unified by the power of the sprit and that is where we find our peace take care and stay strong in the Lord.It has been so good to read through your songs and understand the meanings it was confirmation from what the spirit revealled from watching the videos.I belive in you I am not a fan that follows your every step But I am a sister in Christ united by the spirit .As I believe also to know God you have to become like children. No one will see him without doing so . Amen
5/04/2005 6:44 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I think mj rocks and i think he is inniocent.and his sing and song writting roxs.
beat it thriller billie jean the way you make me feel you are not alone i know all of by heart.
I have an older brother he thinks you rox too. our family has cds and dvds of you which we always watchall the time it amazing how much we watch them And we NEVER EVER NEVER EVER get sick of them.
and the only moves me and my brother do when we are dancing are yours. i hope this makes you feel good i am only 11 but i like you so much and i hope this email will you give you hope and hope in you to belivie in your self cause this is what i am writting this for and you should be happy wif yourself the way you are.
i have big teeth wif a huge gap people call me names abput this. i cant do anything about my teeth and you can't do any thing about your face its whats inside that counts. so PLease BE HAPPY WIF DA WAY YOU ARE.
AND ONE OR TWO THING I NEED TO SAY ARE BE POSTIVE ABOUT YOURSELF.
and i wish you could come to my school or i could go out to lunch wif you. and when i was in america i saw your star in hollywood i even got a photo wif it. mj you rox and i like you so so so so so so so so so so much and good luck for the furture if i dont write to you again or dont get to go out to lunch wif u and trust me i am your BIGGEST FAN ALONG WIF MY BROTHER.
FROM I BELIEVE IN YOU MICHEAL
6/04/2005 2:29 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Hey all!
Wow, what a discussion! Thought I'd throw in a comment or two too! Firstly, I can imagine how hard it is for a lot of people to see that MJ is innocent and if you don't look way past what is put in front of you, it is so easy to be swayed that he is capable of such a thing!
But before you condemn, judge or make up your mind - read through all the transcripts, watch every detail in the case. Watch how easy it is to turn something from something quite innocent to something quite disgusting! It's human nature to believe the worst in another person - its in our face every day, especially with celebrities!
We don't know these people personally, but neither do we know this family who has taken MJ to court in the first place.
We assume that because MJ has millions and is the person that he is that he is capable of doing this, why not, he's Michael Jackson?! But this family has also nothing to loose by doing this either! After the Basshir documentary, they were going to get 'shit' anyway, so why not take it the whole way?!?!
Someone said it in here also, why the hell would MJ moleste a kid AFTER that documentary came out! The kid had been there for like 3 years and says on the stand and to everyone, MJ didn't supply alcohol or moleste him that whole time. Then he says after Miami, they stayed at Neverland for a wekk or so, max two weeks - and thats when all the drinking started and the molestation?!?!?!
It just doesn't even add up! Why spend 3 years in contact with this family, the whole time not molest the kid and then within one to two weeks have the kid drunk enough to moleste him?!?!?!
Believe me he is innocent! And I'm not saying this because I'm some over-devoted unbelievable I love you Micheal fan - I've never even been to a concert, but yes I love his music, I appreciate all that he has given back to the world, not just through his music, not because the world practically owns this man, more than most other stars, MJ can't do anything without it being judged!
But he has to be one of very few people out there who isn't afraid of being who he wants to be.
Michael Jackson is what we would dream to be - free. In a world that 'expects' everything from someone so famous, he has enabled to remain innocent in nature and his wants. He wants to have fun, use his imagination and express his love for people, not just kids, people. He's not afraid to love and he loves to be loved back but that gets turned into something ugly by people who don't take the time to look past themselves.
Tell me, how many of you have been used. How many of you have dirty laundry that people would turn into something absolutely terrible if you were famous!? Well for all of us, who aren't in MJ's shoes, can sit here and point out all of MJ's oddities, and man we could condemn him into a major freak - but if the world knew all 'your' true stories - couldn't the world turn your life story into some sort of freak show? Everyone is acountable for their actions but at least we had the chance in this lifetime to keep our actions out of the worlds eye! Michael Jackson doesn't have that luxury, never has, never will. Ya know, he's been called the most incredulous things in this last 20 years, and people have been trying to turn him into something nasty, for years! But have you noticed that never phased Mj - he still did what he wanted, still stayed who he is, still spent time with kids, still did everything he could for children - even after the last lot of false claims. But theres always someone more craftier, someone more determined to get the good guy and turn him into somehting nasty!
I am a Mum of a 3 year old son - and let me tell you, the last lot of claims where those families accepted all that money proves beyond anything else that they were all crap - and if anyone who is a Mum out there - (or go ask your own mothers) - would you or they take money if their child was sexually molested? Believe me the answer is no! First you would kill, second you would ask questions! No one, not even someone as famous and powerful as Michael Jackson could stop a Mum who found out some guy molested their son!
Money wouldn't fix it - only revenge would!
Okay so we get to this Mother and the boys of this family - all I can say is read the scripts, but don't just read them, write dates down, write events down and you will soon see a pattern emerging and it isn't one of Michael Jacksons behaviours and actions - its of the familys behaviour!
Oh and by the way re the whole - keeping the family there after the Basshir documentary - lets turn all the words into a positive for Jackson shall we - example: 'They wouldn't let us leave' - the reality 'If they left and went back to their 'normal' existance is that mother that thick that the public and the press wouldn't mortify them, twist it into something worse, she go make some money by doing a few shows, etc etc etc! So why WOULDN'T Michael Jackson protect THEM, HIMSELF AND sort that arsehole Basshir out first, get it sorted so everyone can go back to normal!
That whole Basshir thing just opened more doors for crap to come in -who wouldn't try to contain and prevent more false claims going down!
Core blim' me - He's Michael Jackson, not some shop retailer who wakes up every day to an alarm clock and trots off to work with their worst fears being running late for the day! Fak me!
Michael Jackson, ain't living in some child like body, who just floats around in Neverland like Peter Pan, wainting for tinka bell to visit - the man has written, choreographed, imagined, built, rebuilt, invisioned, dreamed and made his dreams real, makes other peoples dreams real and has continues to give back to the world, even after the world takes from him over and over and over again!
He's not some unfortunate soul who didn't get a normal sexual upbringing therefore is experimenting on boys that age to re-live what he missed out on! For goodness sake, this man would have experienced more than his fair share of sexual engagements. I'm pretty sure you'll agree - there are many a girl who will throw themselves at him and I'd say from a young ripe age too for that matter- lets face it - we have seen millions.
Now, he is a boy afterall - are people trying to say he never actually experienced things with girls ever!?!?!?!?! I hardly think so!
Oh and think about it. Michael Jackson has a few dirty magazines! Hip hip hooray - he is human afterall! He's real, he's natural, hes just like most blokes and more than a handful women out there who have a sneak peak a one of those sorts of magazines! And most of my previous partners would openly admit when single they would have a mag or two stored somewhere - but thats a private private thing - to them as well and some wouldn't admit it even it you knew it was the case! So c'mon, if Neverland was never raided, we would never of knowen this about MJ!
And um people, lets DO assume these young boys went and had a little sneakee peak aswell because I grew up with brothers and exactly around 10/11 - the boys would be sneaking out with a Playboy to the tree hut to show their mates and have a good ol' whale of a time!
So cool - he's normal! Nothing wrong there!
Yes MJ likes to live is an unreal world, where he can see zoo animals everyday and go for rides, etc etc - well we all do that too don't we, except we pay big bucks to go enjoy these sorts of things!
If I had the money I would do exactly what Michael Jackson has done plus more so! Who wouldn't! How cool would that be! But think about this people who like to put MJ down - he didn't do that just for himself, he has had complete strangers in his home, people who are in desperate need of a smile, children and adults who have never seen an animal in their life! Or been on a ride! Or been allowed to dance to music - or even never heard music in their life! He opens his home to so so so so so so many many people, more than this one family, more children go through their than kids going through graduation - yet there are 4, now 5 out of thousands and thousands of children who have passed, stayed and lived with Michael Jackson!? Who are ya gonna believe - 4 or 5 kids as opposed to the absolute thousands that have passed through Neverland gates! Hey and there have been some majorly vunerable kids come through those gates - whom aren't attached to any other celebrities! Why would Michael Jackson molest a kid that has contacts with other celebs like Chris Tucker and the like!
He's a pretty intelligent guy Michael Jackson, if he wanted to molest young boys secretly, he would've picked boys who wouldn't be linked with other celebs to begin with!
Oh and heres just another thing. Molestation - a preditor doesn't take three years to pounce on it's pray. Thats the first hole in this! Secondly - preditors do not take advantage over and over in a couple of weeks. To begin with they start with something extremely small - meaning in the touching sense....not just showing a magazine - just dump that theory! I mean when the molestation begins - first its a small amount of touching, then a week or so later a longer type touching, then a week later a longer and so on and so on. Then after months it becomes regular and habitual, etc etc.
Well, this boy has said that it started after the Basshir doco, which in itself is the most outrageous suggestion! He could've at least indicated MJ tried other stuff prior to that!
In any case, he says after Miami, they go back to Neverland, stay for a week or two max and apparently MJ touches him twice at least, (has also said 5 times) and that he remembers ejaculating at least twice!
Second point - even at ten,eleven,twelve - when this happens you remember if you ejaculate - thats something you can't just forget - especially if its your first time!
Hey and also, if these acts of molestation were over a long period of time, it could be said and agreed that the boy could forget the exact amount of times he was molested. But the boy has said this all happened within a two period, HE WOULD HAVE REMEMBERED!
So people could then say - yeah but he was drunk! Thats when you must all stop, think and ask yourself - its Neverland - there must be how many employees? And no-one saw these kids drunk before they went off to bed with Michael?!?!?! Michaels kids nannies? The chef? The maid? Did anyone have to clean up the kids vomit? WAs there any vomit? If an 11 year old who has a bad kidney, not be pretty sick if he was ever drunk? People, including his mother would see this surely? People would smell wine on their breath, including this mother? Yes??? Yes!!!! Of course! Has anyone drank wine or smelt it when someone does, it stinks!
Oh and yes before anyone points out there was a witness or two that saw the kids drunk - lets get a witness who still works there and hadn't been fired from Neverland years ago (like the one who just got done for robery). Yeah, we would like to have credible witnesses at least.
And people - the police are not witnesses. They just do what they have been told re the evidence and remark on the foundings which if you haven't already seen - are capable of being read in more than one way!
And lastly, my Mum made a comment the other day that kinda makes sense when you think about it re MJ. He created Neverland because he enjoys the innocence, etc etc. But what else was a key thing in the Neverland story - Peter Pan was the head of 'The lost boys'.
He was the father figure - he was the one with the ability to make everything alright, take the boys on adventures, the one they looked up to, the one they relyed on, the one they knew was the mature, intelligent one and the one that lead them to freedom and having no fear of "captain hook and his croonies'.
Well tell me, isn't that exaclty what MJ does for as many people as he can fit into his life!
MJ is completely original - and he, probably like all of us, tries to live a life with things that make him happy. Whether its having a different shaped nose, to fixing his skin condition so hes one or the other colour, or how he lives day to day - the bottom line is, the only reason he ends up judged is because he is Michael Jackson. The world think they own him, yet in reality we owe him!
He has been through generations and on this very day, my own son dances in front of Michael Jackson DVD's to music from every era! He found Thriller about 6 months ago and wanted it played over and over again - he wasn't even three! Then he progressed through all the songs up until today! He laughs when Michael Jackson laughs on the Moonwalker video. When children hug Michael Jackson on the stage my son goes up to the TV and gives the TV a hug. I ask hime 'what are you doing bub', and he replies 'giving Michael Jackson a hug too!'....
If your Mum, you will know, your youngest ones, the most innocent ones see the honest, genuine souls on this earth and are very shy of the people the are uncertain of. My son does not attach himself to people immediately, he observes first then makes his move to accept/reject. And without even forcing Michael Jackson down his throat, he happened to see Thriller, and that was it. He moon walks, he sings, he gets tears in his eyes in the song 'childhood' and shouts out in songs like The earth song. So he is feeling something through that music, something extremely powerful and not of this world, which is why people will always stuggle with anything truly real! We have learnt to be dishonest to survive, even in the littlest things. So if so many humans can not be honest with ourselves, how are we able to judge someone else. Do you know the real you?
So no Michael Jackson has not this time, nor never any other time molested a child. I am not a qualified lawyer to have this conclusion, nor do I say this because I am a blinded fan, I say this because I choose to believe there is a good in this world and there are good people who genuinely give a shit. And Michael Jackson is proved to us that he gives a shit, and if he hasn't manipulated anyone in anyway, in any other form of anything - why the hell would he molest children!
People who are molesters, or rapists or weirdo things like that, have other traits that stand out as well, especailly when you go looking for them. Tell me can anyone hear tell me if MJ has manipulated, slept around with who's ever hot at the time, used money for only himself, shut out his family or friends because he thinks hes so damn powerful - NO HE HAS NOT.
He has actually lived a pretty quiet life, not being photographed in any bad limelight at all except for this rubbish! So doesn't that tell you a little of the man and what hes trying to do?!?
You can't condemn a man for wanting a different shaped nose or hec that matter different coloured skin - even though we know of the disease - who cares - if he wanted to become white because that was something he wanted - who the hec is that hurting?!?!?!?!!?
You know who - him! His reputation, it would give people something to point at and say ew look at what he's doing, what a disgrace!! etc etc
WHATEVER! Everyone, every songle day of their life should go out there and point to smething and say 'wow, look at what that person did great today' - and everyday people should go out and say at least one completely honest to god feeling they have inside them, and everybody should go out at least once a day and turn one negative comment you hear someone say into a positive!
Example...
Negative comment - MJ is a freak
Your postitive comment - Yeah maybe, but did you see what he did in Ethiopia one year and how much of a difference it made?
Hey it might not make a difference to them, but you are being different!
And that's all MJ is, being different! But not different to him, different to us!
Obviously I had to say than two sentences. I am not right about anything, it is just an opinion, my own - no one told me to feel this way, nor did I listen to the TV to feel this way, nor did I listen to the majority of fans to feel this way, I feel this way because its my right as a person. Its Michael Jacksons right to have feelings too, so spare him a thought and if you can not do that, at least acknowledge the good he has spread around more people than you or I will ever touch! That alone counts for a good thought to go his way - and if you can't think a good thought publically, do it privately and if choose to remain negative-then keep it to yourself as most people like to live in wonderland where life is kind, happy and exciting, but with a few Captain Hooks to keep it interesting - kinda just like Neverland when you think about it!
So you can remain Captian Hook - we will enjoy the end of the Neverland adventure - when all the Captain Hooks are left hanging!
Oh one last last thing, the end of this adventure won't end in this court room-if MJ is found guilty by the 19 jurors - there will come a time where the truth will come out - because if there is one very real part of life - THE TRUTH ALWAYS COMES OUT EVENTUALLY!
Nice to see on the most part, the people here are open minded and do not follow like sheep to the worst case senario!
Go have a nice night or day now ya hear!
Lee of NZ
Remember think a different way when you go out tommorrow! Its fun!
:)
(Note - I have not read back thru this so if it doesn't make sense, sorry - just writing literally whats in my mind!)
9/04/2005 11:02 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i love michael very very much and i would hate to see him go down for something i know he would never do my mum has a mental illness and i have to say that his music has helped me alot.
What one wishes is to be touched by truth and to be able to interpret that truth so that one may use what one is feeling and experiencing be it despair or joy in a way that will add meaning to ones life and will hopfully touch others as well.
people will believe anything that reporters say even if they said that michael ate live chickens because there reporters but if michael himself told us that he ate live chicken we would laugh and say man that michael jackson is nuts you cant believe a word that comes out of his mouth.
if you asked a really religious person what they think about this they would say it cant be true because god would never give such a gift to a child molester .
michael is 100% innocent
i believe in you michael and i love you alot.
10/04/2005 9:33 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj is inncocent
10/04/2005 10:40 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
in my heart i think mj is so cool and he is Gulity but i think his music rocks do you see that rocks rocks rocks.
But if every one thinks that he hanged a baby over a balcony and everyone thinks he's innocent well thet had to get a video of him hanging the baby over the balcony so he must of hung the baby over the bolcony its not like thet would of just made it for nothing and micheal i like you heaps and i don't know if your gulity or innocent just wait till the judge decides!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
And i love your music i just cant stop typing that because it does and we have mjs number ones and it rox and rox and rox and rox!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and we also have a dvd of you which my family watches all the time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and all my friends think you are dumb but i love you mj who catres about what they think be postive about yourself like another person typed about 3 or 4 letters up i think you rox!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! all my family likes you so much mj so be postive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a girl in nz
15/04/2005 9:08 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Leave him alone you people who think he is gulity than your stupid people
19/04/2005 2:39 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael we know your not guilty so hang on in there
and dont let those f**king asses wreak your life remember most people have faith
in you xoxo Aisling + maeve
19/04/2005 11:55 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj is the king of pop and he will not go down with out a fight people say he did it but thay suck and thay dont see him for he is a nice carring man
19/04/2005 12:02 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj will get out of this and when he dose the people who said he did will feel stuped cus thay new thay were rong all along cus thay did not no what thay were talking about so thay should shout up becus thay dont no what thay are talking about
30/04/2005 3:24 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
yeah he'll get out of it like OJ did !! NEED I SAY MORE.... I have an open mind,,But the evidence tells all .... What Im hearing isnt good.. I wouldnt let my son go 10 feet near him .. Rock star or not,,
10/05/2005 6:43 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
ill give you something to think about.........
1. The security guard that watched micheal jackson semingly molest jodie in the shower!
why would a grown man or any body stand for half an hour and watch a grown man molest a young child.
2.notice that everyone in the proseecutions witness stand are all no longer members of the neverland staff
3. why wait years to tell the police that you saw a child being molested......what kind of person are you?
4. jodie and his family were not very wealthy
5. everyone fales to notice that most men have ppornographic magazines in there house...does this mean all men are peodophiles?
6. micheal jackson has girls at his neverland ranch its just the media dont print it because its not a good story
7. micheal jackson has 3 kids.does no one think how they feel during this time
8. jodie has told his teacher that micheal did not touch him and has also lied during the case.
now you think about that and look deeper than the surface.
IF YOU BELIEVE HE IS GUILTY THEN HES ALWAYS GOING TO BE GUILTY, BUT IF YOU LOOK CLOSER THEN YOU'LL SEE CLEARER AND MAY RELISE THAT IT ISNT WHAT IT SEEMS......!
28/05/2005 2:18 PM
# I HATE HIM!!!!!
WHY CAN'T HE JUST ADMIT THAT HE HAD HAD A RELATIONSHIP WITH TEENAGE GIRLS AND IS IS RELATIONSHIPAL WITH HIS OWN GENDER?? GOD... PEOPLE ARE SOOO DUMB! wHY DOES EVERYONE THINK HE IS INNOCENT?????
IF YOU THINK ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED YOU WILL PROVE YOURSELF WRONG
3/06/2005 4:38 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
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4/06/2005 10:07 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
All,
This is a time in life when change is coming and change has a way of making people do strange things. Michael Jackson not only has fans who believe he is innocent but others who know it. Like the so call victim and his family and now all of us, we know it. If anyone thinks this trail is not about us as a people you are lost. We are a reflection of the time, what we do in this time will be judged in the next time. If we have not grown up as humans to understand that if we take a man who has given so much to this world and turn him into a scary monster, we should fear ourselves. If we are to take the untruthfulness of people who are out for cash to be truthful, we are nothing less then the liars who each day search for victims to take because they do not believe in earning an honest and honorable living….like work for it.
There is no room in this world for a person who would pry on young children and yet we all know that this kind of person 100% of the time never leave its victim alive. Not only is the so call victim of these allegations alive, he could never say Mr. Jackson tried to kill him, but he did try to say Mr. Jackson imprison him and his family why, would a man who has no money want to keep them imprison why, for ransom. I think not. This family lived better with Mr. Jackson then most Americans, his family had a good life at the expense of Mr. Jackson. Only when that life was over did he say OH! I forgot to mention that Mr. Jackson molested me.
Also, keep in mind that people who molest children do it for self gratification, not for the child to experience sexual pleasures. This so call victim was having all the pleasure of Mr. Jackson masturbation him, Mr. Jackson giving him oral sex without painful biting? We are to believe that the million of children Mr. Jackson has helped over his live time that he molested this boy after many months of paying for there every need. We are also to believe that they could not call the police or stop one of the policemen who worked at the ranch for help at anytime.
We are to believe that this boy was special because his molester was a kind man to him who gave him gifts for what, for Mr. Jackson to suck his penis. We are to believe that his so call molester was not willing to have anal sex with him or have his victim suck his penis and leave the physical scars so deep in his body. This is about the truth, and not one of the defense witnesses came with the truth.
We are to believe that the witnesses who say they saw Mr. Jackson do these things never called the police to help the child. They could have done it without telling 911 who they were but yell come please come and save this child.
Let’s not victimize the children who were molested by real monsters and left to die or died. Their bodies hold the evidence of truth, yet this kid has no scars from the 6x’s he told the police Mr. Jackson molested him or the 2x’s he told the jury it happen. You better believe that a child would remember how many times they were hurt and not remember days but how many yes. Night or day no, how many, yes.
They want us to believe that a sick person would always give out gifts to have sex from a child whom they have control over. We all understand a molester does not molest a child to teach them to masturbate but to control and hurt. Molesters only want to inflect their sick and craze anger on a child. This boy is a liar and if anyone should be punished it should be him and his family. If you have a hard time understanding the facts then you should understand this, not all people who love children and care for them and who share their bed is a molester. Babysitters each day do it, stepfathers do it, uncles do it, small boys have sleepovers and fathers sleep with their sons and the child guess. There are lots of other reasons a child may sleep with someone you deemed should not each and everyday. Mothers sleep with their daughters and their girlfriends. What this is about gender?
Mr. Jackson is no molester of children or teens and this prosecutor is evil and has used the taxpayer’s money to push his personal agenda. Not for truth or justice but for his sickness and ill will of Mr. Jackson. He has had it out for Mr. Jackson for sometime and I hope the jury does not let him get away with it. I pray they fine for the defense and restore truth to our justice system.
Signed,
I will not be played-
14/06/2005 1:40 PM
# duh
well this aculley gose to people who think he is not guilty............
YOU ARE ABSOULUTELY OUT OF YOUR MINDS!it sad to think pepole are letting martha go to jail and
mj stay out ! u know that a kid would not make up that up about u know !! the jery was on mjs side and
voted all 10 counts not guity! HE IS GUILTY!!! this is not the end of the cheldren being hrased! this case will pop up again......oh it will
15/06/2005 1:49 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MICCHAEL IS NOT GUILTY!!!!I have heard his music before. i am 12 and yes i young but the people our age like(usher Justin Timberlake)get theit things from Michael. so with out michael, there would be no Usher, no Justin Timberlake, no rap OR rock stars. NONE!!!because MIchael did that music for us. and if you think hes guilty, ur entitled to ur opinion. but have yu seen the evidence?have you talked to the boy?are you MICHAEL JACKSON??if it was someone whos not famous, the family would not target them. and the mother was lying so much. well u know wat??the judge has said, he is innocent and not guilty for any or the 10 counts. so wassup to all the h8ters. i might not be a down hard fan of michael jackson, but i do think he is innocent. i luv usher anyway. but usher gets all hiss moves form michael Jackson. well i said my part. BYE U H8TERS
15/06/2005 1:52 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
alison u r so crazy, i have one thing to say to u. well 3. U R WHITE!!!!!!!hahahahaha
17/06/2005 3:07 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael jackson has won his case i think it's great.
I suggest that every fan all over the world should buy one of his albums
weather or not they have it to get Michael back on top again.
Nicky.xxxx
26/06/2005 8:30 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj is INNOCENT!!!!! INNNOCENT!!!!! INNOCENT!!!!!!!
if the haters cannot stand that, then they should kill themselves, this black man has beaten
the charges against him because he is a wonderful human being and in my opinion the most kindest
human in the universe! i continue to worship him, because i love him dearly
if you are an mj fan please join the forum here:
http://www.mjnewsonline.com/ - great forum and you will become a huge fan
26/06/2005 8:40 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
anyone who believes michael made himself white read my comments and then kill yourself:
michael jackson is a black man he has a tragic skin disorder which destroys all the melanocytypes in the skin causing white patches all over the body. in 1984 he was first diagnosed for having it nobody knew because it wasnt all that of a change he was only one shade lighter then later he had to use white make up because it became so extent imagine a white skinned person painting themselves black on every inch of their body or vice versa it would be very silly. you can see the condition, family/friends and anyone who has virtually seen michael up close can see that he has a few black spots underneath that thin coat of white make up. believe i should know about this dicease i first had it 6 years ago. in his videos black or white, childhood and they dont care about us he rips his shirt and you can his dark pigment and light pigment.He has stated several times that he suffers from a heriditary skin disease known as Vitiligo. Vitiligo literally strips the skin of its pigmentation - turning it not pink, but stark porceline white.
He wears a mask often times when outside (or uses an umbrella) because Vitiligo makes his skin even more sensitive to the sun (you might say allergic to the sun.) Actually long sleeves and a hat are standard for him. He has stated that he inherited this skin disease from his father's side of the family and because it results in splotches of discolored skin, he uses makeup to even the complexion so it isn't unsightly.
Michael's Vitiligo covers roughly 80% of his body now, therefore he wears very light makeup for coverage. Yes, there are even some extremely rare photos of Michael that show the splotches of existing brown patches. Even one of his music videos shows the splotches for a short 5 seconds. It is real, not chemically induced.
He has also stated that the condition set in around the time of the "Thriller" album. The following article explains the skin disease and its emotional impact very clearly, he is a very beautiful man inside and out, SO...now you know! Vitiligo--or "Michael Jackson's Disease", whatever you call it - it is an emotionally traumatic skin disease that strips the coloring (pigmentation) from your skin. We aren't talking just pale, but stripped of any color at all - porcelin white. SO that's why Michael Jackson wears heavy makeup and a mask occasionally! I can only imagine with how very sensitive of an individual as Mr. Jackson is, how difficult this must be for him. This is undoubtedly why he doesn't speak out
much about it. SEE, it's nothing warped, weird, bizarre or sinister. BUT, it does require some compassion FROM YOU. It should never be the topic of jokes. It requires understanding, not slamming! For more information visit: http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/Stage/2943/skin.html
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29/06/2005 7:02 AM
# Concerning all children
Hello,
I really need your keen input. My daughter lives in Little Rock, AR and I live in Gaithersburg, MD. My daughter resides with me only during her summers. During the summer vacation, I have her enrolled in Martial Arts, guitar lessons, and even gymnastics. I pay child support, on a consistent and accurate basis, and promise to fully take-on all costs of her extracurricular activities even her mother’s gas expense. Although it is in my daughter's best interest to continue her lessons, her mother does not allow her to participate in a single activity while she is away from me.
*** Other than the apparent benefits of the actual lessons, what strong arguments will persuade the court that to allow my daughter to continue at least one of her classes while she is away from me?
*** Is there case law available and where?
*** What states have enforced this in the past?
*** Do you know any members of the House, Congress, or Senate whom will sponsor or introduce bills allowing children to have this right?
Children should have rights whenever it is simply the “right” thing to do.
*** Would you forward their contact information to me?
This will also decrease the crime, drug, and pregnancy rates of young people. It has been proven that active young people are far less likely to participate in crime, drug, and underage sex than those not participating in dance, the arts, martial arts, sports, or other extracurricular activities. This is a great idea and relieves the governments’ financial burdens and places it back on the parents, especially willing parents like me.
*** Should the government be forced to raise our children?
*** Can you provide or direct me to statistics that reflect how active young people are far less likely to participate in crime, drug, and underage sex than those not participating in community service, dance, the arts, martial arts, sports, or other extracurricular activities?
I have formerly taught at Sylvan Learning Center and I have proposed that I care her at lease one school year out of every three school years.
*** What effective arguments do you recommend?
During the last trial, her attorney repeatedly used courtroom trickery stating that I was trying to "control" my ex-wife's household. My attorney neglected to object to that statement.
*** What should be my respectful rebuttal or objection to this statement?
In order for you to have more influence on Arkansas legislation, you should contact Rep. Joyce Elliot via the information below:
Rep. Joyce Elliott; Dist 33, 7808 Lassie Lane, Little Rock, 72204 Ph: 501-570-0191
http://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/scripts/ablr/members/ARmembers3b.asp?mcode=56
Or
Rep. Bright: http://www.arkansas.gov/house/details.php?district=41
Rep. Snyder: http://www.house.gov/snyder/contact/index.html
You may also contact me 240-252-0889.
Best Regards,
Eli El
28/07/2005 10:51 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He's guilty in my eyes although the jury says otherwise. The only reason why he's gotten off is cause he's famous. Any other person would have been sent straight to prison - no questions asked, whether their was evidence or not. I have children of my own so I know exactly how the parents are feeling knowing that their son has been violated. My support goes to the family in pain not Michael
6/08/2005 3:25 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
We aren't the ones calling him "Wacko Jacko", they call him that, but even after the stuff that occurred in 1993, they continued to be one's whom would tell their kids, "pack your good pajamas, you are to a special party." Most of us grew up with Mike's music and respect his lasting accomplishments. I would be cautious in leaving my daughter with anyone. Those parents compromise their judgment and best interest of their children in order to be a part of a celebrity’s life or to make a buck. Do they really care about Mike or were they using him? I believe that he is no better person that I am and I am not star-strucked. Respectfully, I would love the opportunity to work for or with him, go on a trip, or simply have a telephone conversation with him. Rather a bring my child along for an extended stay is a judgment call which take into consideration what is in the best interest of my child. So have him give me a call 240-252-0889.
5/09/2005 7:33 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
well mj is pretty cool but the way he dressed was kinda weird and i think he is inccoent leave the poor guy alone and if u guys really like him u wouldnt make up a website bout mj give the man a break hes goin thourgh hell at the moment so the leave the guy alone
6/09/2005 9:45 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
FOR YEARS I HAVE KNOW THIS MAN WHY WOULD PEOPLE KILL THEMSELF TO GET HIM IN TROBLE WHY?i wish I COULD SPEAK WITH HIM OR CHAT ANYONE WHO CAN HELP ME OUT PLEASE +2348055270474 0R [email protected]
29/09/2005 11:20 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I also belive that he is inccent, i belive that no one is God in this earth to judge him and point when there is gilty people in the streets. Sr.Jackson should be left alone (news) but he's going to need support from all of us its a hard situation and he is really heart... would'nt you?
29/09/2005 11:44 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I been a fan of his since a was five years old, now seventeen. Most people that know me see me as a very wired person for liking MJ but I dont mind Im very pround to say a have a crash on MJ. Tell me you have never made a mistake all your life and i will tell you other wise yet to be in MJ shoes is a real task... evry one is judgeing, talking ,ect. You really need a big heart and streagh to go throug so much, standing after evry fall... pround is what i am. Look at the new singers we have now, half of them imitate MJ they cant move or make there own moves? Yet they can judge him hardly. MJ has accomblish something that is unusaul to to... be remebered for a life time as he said in a poam he wrote "The dance will go on". How I wish i could dry evry tear he had running down his cheeck, cure evry wound,hold him safe and warm... but things happen for a reason. I belive he will go throug this and proof once more that he is "THE KING OF POP". Evry night have a spert moment and think about beeing in his shoes then make a little pray for MJ... You know whats so wird? that i hardly pray for me yet evry time he comes to mind i pray for him! I have wrote over fifty poem just thinkink of him... I never knew that falling in love with a shodow was possible. Livng with this i only have one more thing to say we dont give out nick names just for fun but for respect,love,steangh,love,kindness,love,admire,love... thats way he is "THE KING OF POP"
31/10/2005 1:24 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
icheal jakson is the best
31/10/2005 1:25 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
micheal jakson is the best
18/11/2005 8:07 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
the man needs help......he nasty
26/11/2005 4:19 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
micheal jackson is a pedafile and he does sleep with children.he is also an antisemite.he also wants to be white if you look at him,he has got alot lighter in recent years compared to old photos.and to you francesca jackson you r just an ignorant woman,you probably thought oj simpson was innocent to.
you people must be blind this isn't a white or black issue this is a right or wrong issuedespite the fact that this last trial the kids mother was a jerk fine,what about all the other children as well did you forget about them francescado some more homework ma get ur facts right then we can talk until then stay ignorant?
26/11/2005 9:43 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Ol' Wacko Jacko..... I am wondering if he is so innocent why did he make large pay outs in the past for it not to get to court???? Why is it that this man has ever had these claims put against him at all if he is so innocent i mean there are many a rich singers / actors / whatevers in this world with high profiles that people can pick on.... or is it the M.J may have stuffed up somewhere a long the way?? I think that the most recent was not real but in the past may have been. The man does need help tho' seriously look at him he is so insecure about himself he has drastically changed his apperance since he started out.
4/01/2006 12:35 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
hi michael .....
i admire by you but you in the last you was the best but now
i think it's found who's is best than you he is called
the plack point
when you arrive to the black point you allready arrive to the hell
8/01/2006 5:18 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i think ur innocent!!!! but who can u trust ppl who r jst tryin 2 hurt u?? lv ya
8/01/2006 7:43 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i meant how can u trust ppl who r tryin 2 hurt u
22/01/2006 9:51 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I like mical jacksons earth song best & they dont rearly care about us & lots more
22/01/2006 9:53 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
hey mical do u actully read any of theas
28/01/2006 2:54 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
i only have a question what was those children there mj went to treir houses to robe them or treir parents brind them with second intentions to get mj's money
they have to be on jail
mj inocentttttt...........live the legend
25/02/2006 6:30 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I plaedg aledgenest to fiag michael j is a fage!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
25/02/2006 6:47 PM
# I hate him
i'm sorry'but i stand that mj is not innocent.Because as many time he has been on the news for abusing childen.some people thank hes innocent but there wrong.
27/02/2006 8:50 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Micheal Jackson you are inesent you are my star i am 12 years old i live in Honduras, Roatan isla de la Bahia sandy bay sundancer i am a girl my mom is 32 she told me she is not getting maried, she whant to be free some people call her Dlly because she looks like a dolly tell me in your own word you aint a ponk if you tell me that i will cry i am going to school to get a good educaion i am proud of you please get you look back your normal look and you will be the micheal in these world you will make love song iven better please lesend to me i help a lot of people and telling them and these men i stop him from drinking rom and now he is workin when i was 7 i help a lot of people please lissing tome come and wissit me in Roatan sundancer just ask for Mora and they will tell you am not writch but thank god i am alive Micheal get black again get a wife i dont now have old you are but get your self a wife i dont know what is your secret i write song and i can sing i am writing a song you might be saying what these wont same like a little girl to be saying these words up to my mom she tells me wher are those words coming from a little girl please get a wife and be what you youse to be a hot star whith that black face you yusto have that look more prettyer than these one. love taqui plese read these Michea Jackson any body need advoice from taqui call m my cell phone number is 975-0378 call me any time if you need an advoice from me please lissen to me tell me the trut Ilove the kin of rock songs
11/03/2006 8:05 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I HAPPEN TO LOVE YOU MICHEAL AND ALL OF MY CHILDREN AND THEY ARE NO FOOLS, WE WENT TO GARY INDIANA LAST YEAR 2005 TO BURY MY HUSBAND FATHER, MY HUSBAND WENT TO SCHOOL WITH ONE OF YOUR BROTHERS. I RESPECT YOU AS A HUMAN BEING,AND MY FAMILY PRAY FOR YOU DAILY. DO WHAT IT IS YOU HAVE TO DO! YOU WILL BE OKEY BECAUSE YOU HAVE KEPT ONE OF THE COMMANDMENTS THAT NO ONE CAN ARGUE WHICH IS HONOR THY FATHER AND MOTHER. WE LOVE YOU MR. JACKSON AND SOME DAY WE HOPE TO MEET YOU AS JUST MR. JACKSON, THE MAN WHO HAS TOUCHED MANY, AND THE MAN NO ONE SEEMS TO UNDERSTAND. NO ONE CAN TAKE AWAY YOUR MUSIC ITS IN YOU. AND GOD JAHOVAH GAVE IT TO YOU. KEEP USING IT. EVIL CAN'T STAND TO BE AROUND GOOD SONG. SING MR. JACKSON EVEN IF IT'S TO YOUR CHILDREN ONLY OR YOURSELF TO GOD! I LOVE TO SING AND DURING MY HARD TIMES I SING MY SELF RIGHT THROUH IT. WE LOVE YOU FOR EVER AND A DAY. THE WALKER FAMILY. OH YES, MY HUSBAND STAYED ON ROOSEVELT ST. IN GARY HE SAYS WHATS UP HOME BOY YOUR FROM GARY IT'S IN YOU TO BE TOUGH. SO STAY UP.
11/03/2006 8:20 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MR. JACKSON MY LOVE AND PRAYS GO OUT TO YOUR MOM AND DAD,I FAILD TO MENTION THAT BEFORE, I KNOW IT'S YOUR UP BRING THAT IS KEEPING YOU STRONG. MUCH LOVE TO THE KING AND QUEEN, TO THE MODERN DAY PRINCE OF PEACE FOR MANKIND. MOTHER KATHERN AND FATHER JOE YOU HAVE DONE WELL.......... CLEO
9/04/2006 2:39 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
what is the answers for the bike licence true or false questions?
19/04/2006 12:49 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael is only picked on because he is a good honest talented person,and a megastar as well, if he was an old dirty drunk and ran around with wild woman, took drugs, drove cars recklessly, noone would bother to take notice of him. It is the people who stand up for what is right , who care for the children of the world that they are starving and dying, etc, that get ridiculed and belittled. All people who believe in God will be ridiculed. The bible says "the world is being ruled by Satan, but prove yourself faithful to God and his goodness" everywhere is evil, hurtfulness, unkindness, lies, gossip, destruction, so this must be So true.Gullible people are conned by Satans' ways and no goodness is in them, so they just want to hurt people like Michael. It has nothing to do with truth or reason or if he's guilty or not! It's their jealousy their greed their discontent because Michael has more than they have.Its their prejudice against others of another race,they tink the're
better, so they have to put him down. "The Lord laughs at them, as He will execute vengenance on their souls on judgment day".. Remember that!!We love you Michael, you thrill my soul, your smile delights me,your dancing excites me, and I'm a granny!! and my grandaughters fel the same. . d dazzler.
5/05/2006 9:41 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
My Girlfriend loke MJ, please help my with a written copy of his song speechless, I would like to sina it for her on her birthday date... my address: [email protected] thanks
24/05/2006 4:13 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
micheal jackson is so gulity hahhaha u all suck michael jackson fans
24/05/2006 4:15 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
yer ur right hello they are all gay
31/05/2006 2:23 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
u no wut its not rite that u think michael jackson is gay if they found pictures then wut the **** i mean hes inoccent if thats how u spell it people who r going against him dont tell us to get a life tell him
6/08/2006 8:43 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
can i have the moves for thriller plzzzzzzzzzzz send then to [email protected] ok thank you kirsty Farmer
5/09/2006 7:08 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj is guitlty he molesters young boys
watch out
email me
[email protected]
26/11/2006 7:18 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I am a fan of MJ's music, however no one knows if he did it or not. Only God, Michael, and the accuser. Just because we love his music doesn't mean that he could not have done it. We do not know him personally. It is hard to say whether or not he actually committed the crime.
28/12/2006 7:52 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
yo i love michael jackson... no matter what, and u know what all u guys who says michael jackson is a child molester... how do y'all know .. where's the evidence , i mean ur probly wondering how do i know that he's innocent. well lets see cuz Y'ALL DON'T HAVE ANY PROF, cuz yo all them evidence they said they found was all made up,and how do i know , cuz how did y'all jus com up with michael being a molester. YO! jus leave the man alone ,let him continue what he started.and even though the press is not seeing this or not looking for this comment then we know they jus trying to make money and messing up people's life .so if michael says he is not a child molester then try to believe him not because he is not the president of the united states, dos'nt mean u can't believe him .. i mean thats just .....ummm stupid..so yo u kool....lol...by the way LOL means laughting out loud....and what about god .. don't u believe in him, i mean think about it.. i mean michael just loves children and its cuz he did'nt have a childhood so try and help have one don't fight against it. you would have want the same thing if u did'nt have one or maby cuz ur big now u don't go back to ur childhood..thought so...lol.so take time out and just think about it ... he is innocent.. y'all feelin me.and i love him and he probly loves you too.
28/12/2006 7:57 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
yea and can i have the moves from thriller too ..please
17/01/2007 8:00 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
YOU KNOW WHAT I DO NOT CARE WHAT ANYBODY SAYS MY #1 FAN DID NOT MOLEST THOSE KIDS NO MATTER HOW PEOPLE TRY TO CLAIM HE DID. MICHAEL IS A KIND HEARTED PERSON AND HE WILL NEVER DO SUCH A THING TO CHILDREN BECAUSE HE CARE FOR PEOPLE AND THEIR CHILDREN.IF YALL JUST TAKE TIME TO LISTEN TO HIS SONGS THEY ARE SO ENCOURAGING AND THEY LIFT YOUR SPIRIT. MICHAEL LOVES THE WORLD AND PEOPLE AROUND HIM SO NOTHING CAN EVER MAKE ME BELEIVE HE DID THAT TO THOSE KIDS. MICHAEL HAS WENT ALL OUT OF THE WAY FOR THE CHILDREN THAT IS POOR AND FOR PEOPLE THAT NEED HELP WHY WOULD HE WANT TO HURT THEM MICHAEL IF I COULD HELP YOU I WOULD BECAUSE YOURE MY SHINING STAR AND I REALLY LOVE YOU AND ADORE YOU FROM MY HEART. AND I DO NOT BELIEVE YOU DID THOSE CHILDREN LIKE THAT. IF NO NONE ELSE STICK BEHIND YOU I WILL AND THATS THE TRUTH. BUT TO THE PEOPLE YHAT THINK MICHAEL WOULD DO SOMETHIN LIKE THAT YALL ARE STUPID AND NEED TO GET A LIFE.PEOPLE WILL DO ANYTHING TO GET ALOT OF CASH ...DUH THATS ANYBODY,WELL EXCEPT ME. MICHAEL IS NOT A BAD PERSON SO PEOPLE NEED TO STOP SAYING THINGS THEY DONT KNOW AND GET CHA MINDS RIGHT. YA HEARD ME CUZ MICHAEL JACKSON IS MY IDOL,FAN,AND A PERSON THAT LOVES THE WORLD. IF SOMEBODY LOVED THE WORLD LIKE MICHAEL DO THEN WE WOULD HAVE A BETTER COMMUNITY. LIKE I SAID BEFORE TO MAKE THIS STORY SHORT MICHAEL DID NOT RAPE THOSE KIDS BECAUSE HE LOVES THE WORLD AND WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING TO HARM IT. SO BELEIVE WHAT CHA WANNA CUZ I STILL DO BELEIVE HE WOULD DO SUCH A THING. BY THE WAY MICHAEL DID NOT BLEACH HIS SKIN BECAUSE HE DID NOT WANT TO BE BLACK HE HAD A DISEASE CALLD"VITILIGO"!! I LOVE YOU MICHAEL AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY #1 FAN BUT REMEMBER GOD COMES FIRST IN LIFE AND HE WILL MAKE IT ALRIGHT FOR YOU. NOTHINGS TO HARD FOR GOD TO HANDLE. STAY PRAYERFUL AND EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
8/03/2007 10:20 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Does anyone know who started the Rumour that MJ is the voice behind "Give thanks to Allah"? - It sounds nothing like him. - Like not evem remotely. What's that all about?
8/04/2007 7:17 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson is a freaky man, i beleive that he is a kiddie fiddler and is definately found guilty. A gay kiddie fiddler too ???
2/05/2007 11:12 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He is a molester the kid just probably likes the molester between his legs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
5/05/2007 4:17 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MANY PEOPLE SAY THAT HE'S SICK VILE CRUEL AND WRONG AND MANY OTHER HORRIBLE THINGS I AM ONLY A TEEN BUT i STILL HAVE A SAY IN THINGS I THINK HES A VERY SWEET MAN AND A TALENTED SINGER ITS NOT FAIR THAT THEY SHOULD CAST HIM OUT LIKE THAT CAUSE ONE LITTLE MISTAKE I MEAN THEY ACT AS IF THEY HAD DONE NOTHING WRONG IN THEIR ENTIRE LIVES i LOVE MJ'S DANCING THERES TIMES WERE I WISH HE COULD TEACH ME OR HE COULD START HIS OWN LESSONS BUT I WOULD NEVER HAVE THE MONEY FOR IT ANYWAYS.SO ANYONE OUT THERE WHO THINKS HE'S ANY SORT OF HORRIBLE THING TRY LOOKING IN THE MIRROR BEFORE YOU JUDGE PEOPLE FAMOUS PEOPLE ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE HUMANS LIKE US THEY ALSO HAVE FEELINGS IMAGINE HOW YOU WOULD FEEL BEING BROUGHT DOWN AND BEING WATCHED BY PAPERATZY EVERY WERE YOU GO SO MJ IF YOU EVER READ THIS KNOW THAT I AND MANY OTHER FANS WILL TRY AS HARD AS WE CAN TO DEFEND YOU AND I DONT KNOW IF YOUR A CHURCH GOING MAN BUT BELIVE ME GOD WILL NEVER LEAVE YOUR SIDE AND NEITHER WILL YOUR FANS
SICERELY YOUR BEST FAN
BRIANNA RODRIQUEZ
S.A TEXAS SELMA lOVE YA
5/05/2007 4:24 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MJ IF YOU READ THIS AND NEED SOME ONE TO TALK TO YOU EMAIL ME IM THE ONE THAT YOU JUST READ A TOP FROM THIS ONE.<MJ FAN ALL THE WAY>
14/05/2007 6:44 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
People MJ was put on trail already the court found him to be Innocent nothing else can be done. If you believe he is Innocent support him if not boycott. Pure and simple. Fighting will do nobody any good. To the people who think MJ is Innocent keeping praying because he is still human and stuggles with a painful past. To the people who think he is guilty I had a event where I was molested in the past and the person never got punish for it. Put your energy into perventing and reporting cases of abuse in your own neighborhood. Use your energy to fight crime instead of mocking MJ it won't do any good for the children that need you help anyway. Boycotting is the only thing you can do about MJ so do yourself a favor and do your part to prevent abuse that may be in your neighborhood this very minute. It's funny how we inore what is happening in our own neighborhood's, school's, and home's. But we focus on MJ who been in court already. Prevent and fight abuse! You will be much happier in the long run. Fighting with people who support MJ because you don't won't get you nowhere other then hurting other people's feelings. You can't change what others believe in. Use you energy to protect children from molester's in your own neighborhoods. And let God deal with MJ.
23/07/2007 4:23 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Like so many others out there i used to think Michael Jackson was guilty. And to tell you the truth i didn't know a thing about him or the trial i just presumed he was guilty. Now after reading all the facts there is no doubt in my mind i was wrong. Michael Jackson certainly is an innocent man.
You can goto http://www.aphroditejones.com/ to check out a book called 'Michael Jackson Conspiracy' its all about the trial and how wrong the media were. Im defantely a supporter of Michael after reading this book.
27/07/2007 6:22 PM
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11/12/2007 6:02 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson is simply innocent!!
15/10/2008 12:13 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael is the best...
We love you and we need you...
15/10/2008 12:47 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael you are very special,and without you world would be deferent...I love you very,very much....and I always love you!
We know that you are innocent!
I write many songs for you,and I trying to meet you one beautiful day...xexe
FOREVER IN MY HEART!!!
23/12/2008 10:40 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
well, put it this way, hes not stupid. he got accused 2 times. he would never hurt a child and I believe him. he doesn't lie about these serious things. and no one is dumb enough to do the same thing 2 times. it just would not happen. he is NOT A CHILD MOLESTER. if he was don't you think other kids would speak out? I don't believe this crack of s***. sorrry for my language. but god people. hes not dumb and he was proven innocent. charges where dropped.
26/06/2009 1:37 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
may he rest in peace
26/06/2009 6:03 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
I will always believe in you! Thank-you for the great music, and the memories...may you rest now in peace, in the arms of your Lord...<3 a kindred soul
29/06/2009 2:15 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
People who condemn and accuss him will go to hell.Do you forget what God sais''before you throw stone to a person see to it that you don't commit any mistakes in your life.Why you people always hurt Michael,are you not ashame to yourself that you judge a person by its cover,you don't even knew him.I thought people think first before they throw stone to him.Put yourself in Michaels place,how would you feel all the accussation that is not true.And most be blame now is the press they are the one bringing stories and make it a big deal for everyone that Michael is criminal.My heart so aching of all your accussation to him.I am completely believe Michael that he is innocent.Probbaly people who condemn him is the one committed the allegations attached to him.Why can't you be happy for Michael.I thought you are a place of open-minded people and I was wrong opposite to that narrow minded people.Good for you people you have a good fond memories in your childhood. You must knew that not all people has it.What about the less fortunate one,the one that being ignore all the time.Do you think it is funny.Please stop accussing Michael.Ill fight his right and depend even if it takes my life just people open their eyes in reality that Michael is a person with a good heart and a good man. Why you condemn him for helping kids how about you who give a bad name to him did you do anything to help this kids.You did none to them.People who condemn and accuss Michael is sick.Why can't you respect his life. That's why we have war because people they don't respect to each other.And now its to late for everyone who threw dirt on his face,his gone and whatever you tried to ask forgiveness he can't answer you back.The man that the world accuss. You kill Michael due to his anguish and pain that you given to him.When do we learn people.At his young age he died that is includes your abnormal mind .He don't deserve it.He work so hard to for his success and now he is on the top you are pull him down. Everytime I heard any allegations about Michael it breaks my heart into pieces instead of being good to him,we killed MJ slowly because of our foolish accussation.You cannot turn his life back.Hope the justice will be fair enough for judging.Sometimes they act stupid of their law.Rest in peace MJ.Nobody was there for your friend when your last breath ends.We hope your happy since your out of peoples cruelty.They cannot hurt you anymore.We love you,your fans.We will see each other again and I want to know you even if not this earth but in heaven.Someday Ill meet you there and ill be your friend.Thank you MJ.
1/07/2009 8:59 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
He was the sweetest soul.. sensitive, vulnerable, ingenious. Angel.
People you killed him. It was all to hard on him. To be accused of something so disgusting when you dedicate your life to make the planet better place and insure future for children. He was crashed. You people never tried to understand him, just accuse him, step after step.. God took him from us, because we dont deserve him. And his concerts. He is too good for us..
I hope we learn..
RIP Michael..
2/07/2009 6:49 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Thanks for all the great music Michael
RIP
11/07/2009 3:45 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
he is born for a cause...thoughout his life from his childhood he's been entertaining people..he made people happy..made them dance happily with his music...life is music for him and he is recognised for that itself...then why r people worried about his sex life...and those allegations on him were never proved...he is a millionaire and the parents of the children can go to any extent of foul plans to get hold of free money in millions...jesus was born for a cause...people who will born for a cause don't have children....and then what can i say ,u can think further...in one of his interviews he said he wanted to live forever means he wanted to entertain people forever..but when he felt he could'nt he gave up..he wanted to die...think positively guys....may his soul rest in peace..........
15/07/2009 4:45 AM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Guilty ... loves all children but, plays and sleeps over with just boys (ironic). Pedafilers typically fit the profile of someone well liked, respected, and regarded with high level of intelligence. That is why it makes it hard for victims to seek justice. Especially children. Then you have someone w/ MJ who has the power to leverage the situation beyond any typical man due to large sums of cash. Not to mention that the victim in the 90's was able to perfectly descibe his body parts. Of course the case settles for 20 million dollars. Could anyone say no to that kind of cash? That can pay for top notch therapist. Those people may have sold themselves to the devil because money does not erase memories though but, a sexual victim can learn to overcome and let go. So yeah it is just as easy to say that people we're out for his money as it is to say he was out to shut them up. If I was innocent I would vehemently fight to keep my money.
Sexually abused victims in case you do not know can suffer post traumatic syndrome, fear of dark, fear of people, schizophrenia, and more. Even if the abuse has happened just a handful of times. The other problem is that people do not tend to believe the victims. It is the cannot happen in my backyard syndrome. Children must be liars syndrome. Almost all sexual victims, especially males, will rebutt the occurences or almost never speak of them because of shame. Most people abused will go on never pursuing justice. Some people totally blank out the occurences and guess what no one will remember dates and times unless the abuse has occurred very recently.
Now I do not attack unless I am absolutely suspicious and obviously because of our messed up justice system we as the public will never see the full evidence. But, how can one not feel uneasy w/ your kid sleeping in bed w/ a 48 year old adult and yes MJ admits he has done it (regardless of him touching a kid or not)... now how would u feel if your kid slept over one of your neighbors house in the same bed with 48 year old man ... you would want the person locked up ... but because MJ is a well known celebrity it is ok and we can make exceptions and excuses for his situation ... where most pedophiles portray them selves as someone to never commit such a crime through likable personalities ... we have to look at MJ celebrity as being the complete wool over every ones eyes ... of course he is going to talk about peace and show his humanitarian side on camera because who is going to show the otherside on camera ... no-one is ever going to go on camera and say I like to sleep with children and I think you should think it is ok ... i think we should change the laws ... we should look at it from the other side of the fence
To prove I am not bias, I completely admit that I like his music from back in the day ... enjoyed all his music videos and followed him for a while ... but because he makes music through pure genius does not mean he is incapable of crimes and in his mind and every pedofiles mine they think they have done nothing wrong ... because they cannot rationlize wrong from right ... it is justified by something less sinister ...
anyways, even if the final motive was to extract large large sums of cash in restitution i would presume that greed is a lesser crime than someone fondeling your child ... but some of these fans out here feel so strong that he is innocent or do not care if he is guilty that they probably would verbally agree to allow their kids to be fondled by him ... they would see it as extreme honor ... before u automatically say he is innocent read all the court transcripts ... if you do not come out thinking he is guilty you should at least walk out w/ some doubts ...
because a man can moon walk, dance your pants off, entertain millions, and sing ... does not mean he is incapable of being inhuman ...
Take OJ Simpson. His celebrity got him out of being convicted for murder. We sore up and down he could never do it because, we are loyal fans. But he lost civil court case, wrote a book alluding to what-if I really did murder her and got away w/ it, and then ended up in jail for other felony charges.
22/08/2009 7:12 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
oh my gosh, just drop it! For God's sake, Michael was innocent okay..they found nothing but jack all at Neverland when the police and investigators searched his house.....nothing crucial was found..That Jordan Chandler's father had a audio taped conversation to some dude about how his ''plan'' was all gonna work and michael's career would be over(Getting Jordan to lie to in court about how michael touched him and sexually abused him n shyt like that just so his father could get fkn money!!). WHAT A FRICKIN DIKHEAD..Obviously that guy was arrested.. cuz that audio tape was found and the mother admitted to knowing about it as well or something like that....and even Michael was 100% innocent..and that other fulla..Gavin Arvizo and his family just wanted money as well..well his mother did.. and those 2 families got exposed...Jordan Chandler even admitted to lying..
No bloody sexual material was found in neverland..except for probz some book that contained nude stuff.. but it had no relevance to the child abuse cases!
22/08/2009 7:17 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
also...Michael loved children...for God's sake he has his own...He's not like how u sick minded people see him. And i'm with him 100% when he said in the martin bashir interview that ''people have sick dirty minds, and that's what leads them to think that way''
He's a pure loving generous caring supportive father...he would NEVER EVER in a million worlds think bout doing that kinda crap.
So all u peeps who think he's guilty...GO READ THE FACTS BEFORE U EVEN THINK OF JUDGING HIM U FKN MORONS
7/09/2009 3:02 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
wtf is yo probs micheal j is awesome full stop end of story byeye
27/09/2009 12:47 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
mj sucks
27/09/2009 12:51 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Michael Jackson was an honest, and awesome dude. You all need to stop the ridicule about him and LEAVE HIM ALONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
27/09/2009 1:04 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
MJ SHOULD BE YANKED FROM THE HEAVENS AND REWTRIED FOR THE CASE OF MOLESTION AGINST KIDS SORRY IM JUST JOKEING HE WAS TRYING TO TOUCH PEAPLE NOT LITTLE KIDS NOT MEANNING WHAT I SAID BEFOR
27/09/2009 1:14 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
DID U KNOW MICHAEL JACKSON WAS 99.9% PLASTIC WHEN HE DIED SO HIS EX-WIFE ASKED THE LEGO COMPANY TO MELT AND PUT HIS PLASTIC REMAINS IN THE LEGOS SO HE COULD STILL PLAY WITH LITTLEL KIDS (NOW I DONT BUY LEGOS FOR MY KIDS ANYMORE !)
27/09/2009 1:17 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
HE JUST LIKE TO SLEEP OVER WITH BOYS (IRONIC)
27/09/2009 1:29 PM
# re: Michael Jackson Allegations
Micheal Jackson was an awesome person. His music reached millions all over the world. I really admired that his songs talked about his life and what he was going through. For example.... "Scream". Scream talked about the trouble he was having at the time and he was trying to express his feelings through song. I condemn all the people that hated and mistreated him throughout his lifetime.
REST IN PEACE. Michael. <3
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