A True Genius...

Despite all the bad things Michael did in life, HE WAS A TRUE GENIUS, and those who aren't feeling a bit affected or whatever you wanna call it, by his death, apparently knows NOTHING about music! Michael IS and will ALWAYS be THE KING!!! He is the reason why most of ur favorite artists even picked up a pen for the first time and started writing lyrics or stepped on the floor for the first time to start dancing!!

Here is my true post:

Every major R&B and "pop" star has taken something from the Michael Jackson playbook.
Usher, Ne-Yo, Ciara, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears etc. The whole boy band craze started with Michael and The Jackson Five. The Osmonds, New Edtion,Boyz II Men, Backstreet boys, New Kids on the Block, N'Sync etc
On top of that videos... There is distinct difference in videos before M.J. and after M.J.

He basically reinvented the whole music video genre with his creativity and innovation.

Michael has influenced so many artists, some of whom are picking up on the grandeur and showmanship of his live performances. You can see his influence in his sister Janet, in Justin Timberlake, Usher, Britney Spears, and in Jennifer Lopez and Mariah Carey. You can see his influence in the dance moves -- the syncopated choreography -- that a lot of young artists use. And a lot of them have picked up his work ethic. When you look at a Britney Spears production or a Justin Timberlake production, or if you look at an Usher production, you really see that they took a page out of Michael's book; they went to rehearsal, and they must've worked eight hours a day, because their shows are flawless, as Michael's shows were flawless.

Thriller is still one of the greatest albums of all time and the top seller worldwide. Michael revolutionized music videos and took them to a level that nobody was even thinking about. Music videos became mini-movies and opportunities to tell stories--and not just to stand around singing--because of Michael's vision. The expensive music video and special effects are part of his legacy

There are many, many people who think of Michael as a spectacle, and it's sad. All of it has taken away from our ability to see him for the artist he really is. A world without Michael Jackson would be a very, very different world. And I think we should all feel very blessed that an artist of that caliber came into our lives, because he has enriched our lives.

Thanks for the music, the videos, and the performances. We'll always remember the moonwalk, the sequin glove, the shades, the hat, the crotch grabs, the military jackets, the infamous red jacket, the white socks--with high water pants--and the black loafers! We will never forget your Jeri Curl either!! One of the best.

I am now waiting for the tribute concert (cause there is no doubt that there has to be one) period.