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Michael Jackson, March 5, 2009
Michael Jackson 'This Is It' Do's and Don'ts
Dear King of Pop,
Jacko, you're coming back! Forgive me if I'm a little cautious. I've been burned before (I'm still waiting on that Katrina benefit song). It's been a long time since you've given me something on which I can hang my '80s King of Pop hopes. Still, I can't wait to see you on the O2 stage in June. I'll be up front with my "Thriller" sun visor and leg warmers.
At 50 years old, you have a lot to overcome: rumored health issues, a cynical public who doubts whether you still have what it takes, and, most of all, your own demons. I know you can be your own worst enemy. Aren't we all? Plus, doing a moonwalk at 50 can't be easy.
Still, despite some questionable behavior, you have made some undeniable badass moves over the years — and not just dance moves. Between Bubbles, Neverland, and the Elephant Man, you have been at the forefront of countless trends. As you prepare for your "This Is It" concert stand, I humbly offer a few do's and dont's from your own HIStory. I hope you look at these pages from your past to remind you what has worked and what you should leave at home.
Good luck with rehearsals. See you in June. I hope. You'll be there, right?
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Comments
katrina varley
May 05, 2009 - 03:21 AM GMT
dear michael jackson ........ your true beuty ia amzing your sparkling eyes and your dreamy smile your curls make me blush nono michael i will never love another i love you michael jackson your inner person is amazing you think for others before your self you are the nicest person iv ever known
i love you michael jackson xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx hehehehehexxxxxxxxxxxxx
i wish i could say i will see you at your concerts but i never got chance to get a ticket xx katrina varley xx and cliona montaut xx
Angelica
March 10, 2009 - 03:07 PM GMT
This is GENIUS! Do you realize how many MJ impersonators there are in the world... he's going to hire the best of the best, press "play" on the playback machine, and watch the money pile up.... for example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8k0GZaPPkf4 do you see MJ's face in any of the dance sequences.... I think I made my point....
HLSII
March 10, 2009 - 01:41 AM GMT
TO MIKE GOD BLESS YOU AND STAND BY YOUR SIDE--HOMER