Watching
Michael Jackson’s Memorial Service
live on CNN.
Update :// The memorial service was truly one that was heartfelt and emotional. An outpouring of emotion, I believe, was felt during the service (even I couldn't hold back my tears), as Michael's closest friends and family members took the stage to perform and deliver their eulogies.
My favourite part was when Lionel Richie sang "Jesus Is Love" and Jermaine Jackson (MJ's brother) sang Michael's favourite song, "Smile", from the Charlie Chaplin movie "Modern Times".
Sheila Jackson Lee reminded the people that even though Michael Jackson had to deal with many allegations of child abuse and what not, but, "we understand the Constitution, and we understand laws, and we know that people are innocent until proven otherwise. That is what the Constitution stands for". The sad thing is, the media loves to focus on all the allegations and always fail to remember that MJ was acquitted of all charges.
Paris, MJ's daughter sealed the deal when she gave a short but heart-breaking statement. While choking back tears, Paris told the world that, "ever since I was born, daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine. I just want to say I love him so much".
The service ended with a final meaningful prayer said by Pastor Lucius Smith.
After so many years of scrutinizing and judging Michael Jackson, and now that he has passed on, it really is time the media stop spreading propaganda and rumors about him, lay their hands off his family, and allow them to grieve privately.
So sad.
4 comments:
i stayed up to watch it too. yea totally worth it. i like the final prayer when he said "the King of pop must now bow down to the King of Kings". The media here was saying that mj is muslim n stuff like tht. aihzzz
oh ya, i was glad that the tour performers were able to participate as well. there was so much of love and respect:-)
Yeah, totally worth it. In fact, I watched a repeat of it the following day. I loved it when the pastor said that too.
The singer, Judith Hill who sang Heal The World, was one of his backup singers. She's really good, and famous now. Thanks to MJ.
Sigh, I am so sad. I love his music! I love Michael. :(
And Paris broke my heart.
hey christine..
happen to drop by ur blog..
and suprisingly i m like you too.
wasnt a big fan of MJ but the whole media surrounding his death made me see the whole brilliance of this man..
and the prayer was just very appropriate..
eric - hello there! yeah, same here. my biggest regret is not appreciating his music before his passing. he is an absolute genius, when it comes to music and performing. :)
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