Michael Jackson is inextricably the most loved artist around the world. He was much bigger than an entertainer. He did more than entertain. His creative work proceeded time and extended beyond popular. The title "Pop star" is too small for his ingenious and lacks the true creative depths and honor. Michael Jackson was a true artist in every sense of the word. He carried a burden for humanity. (Not just because he is the world's biggest celebrity philanthropist sometimes donating entire proceeds from his concerts to a particular cause.) His creative goal was larger than to amuse, beguile, or entertain his audience. He went into artistic depths to sensitize and stimulate compassion among a world of people. His music touched souls of millions of people around the world. Why? He sang of Human Condition, Human Psyche, Human Nature, Human Struggles, and Human Behavior. His compassion for life was evident. (Even in how he sang about a rat called Ben.) His art made a connection and resonated with the human spirit all around the world. Michael Jackson improved the world through art and left the world better than how he found it.
In the documentary of what was to be his final concert tour "This Is It," we are able to see into the mind of a true artist, not just an entertainer. The comments below are dedicated to remembering lyrics, performances, or moments revealed in the documentary that testify to his true artistry and resonated with individuals on personal levels.
Michael Jackson philanthropy:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_contributions_did_Michael_Jackson_make_to_society
Madonna's speech about the artist Michael Jackson
http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2009/09/13/read-madonnas-vmas-speech-dedicated-to-michael-jackson/
Michael Jackson Image by Neal Preston 1987: www.morrisonhotelgallery.com/ photographer/def..
