When I was a young sprout, I fondly remember the movie “Free Willy” and Michael Jackson singing that song. Even at such a young age, it was vividly apparent that the he had talent. I think it’s probably undeniable that Michael was (and is) one of the greatest musical talents of all time. At any rate – I forget exactly when it was, but it all of a sudden became cool to make child molestation references in association with Michael Jackson. I guess I (and most of the population) pretty much accepted that he was pretty weird and likely a child molester.
I guess what pains me (and obviously a lot of people) is that now, after his death, it becomes apparent just how much on an impact he had on the world, and what a great person he really was. As far as the allegations – well – who knows. I certainly don’t know – but I’m about 150% sure that the last case in 2003 or whatever was 1000% bullshit, and I do recall feeling sort of sorry for him at the time that went down. In any case, it seems that “early death” was just what the media prescribed for Jackson’s defamation, and the medicine certainly appears to have worked.
Rest in peace MJ – I think we owe you a collective apology.
