Yesterday, while I was at work,  I got a text asking me if it were true that Michael Jackson died. My friends and family always know that I am usually on top of all things music/movies so it was assumed that I already knew about the king of pops unfortunate passing. However, I had not been near the computer/tv/radio/any media all day. I honestly thought it was some kind of joke. How could Michael Jackson be gone so…suddenly?

I asked some customers and they confirmed its truth. I was stunned. This really came out of no where, and was really saddening. Michael was a music icon, a living legend. Although I grew up knowing him as a bit of a basket case, his art is what really defines him in my mind. He really contributed so much to the music industry, there is no one else like him.

I am not a huge MJ fan by any means. I really know only his hits. Which always delighted me throughout my life. Although I didn’t own any of his music, whenever his classics came on I always found them irresistible to listen to.

I love music enough to know that this guy is never going to be replaced, and is truly one of a kind. People around the globe are in mourning, and this is rightfully so. This truly is a big deal, and a sad day.

I have begun listening to his albums, and made a promise to myself to get familar with his catalogue. If you haven’t yet, don’t waste anymore time!

RIP Michael. You won’t soon be forgotten!

[mp3] : Michael Jackson – Thriller

[mp3] : Michael Jackson – Beat It

[mp3] : Michael Jackson -  Billie Jean