If you take a look back on any normal person's life you'll most likely be
greeted with homemade videos and simple pictures. But notice we said normal.
Michael Jackson was anything but normal and his life perfectly represents that
our goal in this video is to take a look on MJ's crazy life through magazine
covers. There were thousands published over the years so we picked a few of the
ones that stood out to us, that showcase some of the more defining moments in the
King of Pop's career.
From an early age Michael found himself on the front cover
of every magazine. During the time major publications like Life, Ebony and Right-on
went crazy for Jackson family coverage it was all for good reason
these boys were destined for stardom. Despite their big success Michael always
stood out from the rest. As the lead vocalist in the Jackson 5 he always had
a unique style that his brothers simply couldn't match - and so his solo work
began. Most people associate MJ's early solo success to Thriller but it actually
started with his album Off the wall and his hit single Don't stop till you get
enough.
And it didn't stop!
Michael was on top of the world and he showed no signs
of coming down. Thanks to this one album the world got
hits like Thriller, Billie Jean and Beat it, as well as slick dance moves like the
moonwalk. The world was infatuated with Michael as he slid his way to the top
Over the next few years Michael would go on to release hit album after hit album.
Each with their own anthem that the world still sings along to today.
During
this time the world got a wonderful glimpse of MJ's life and many magazines
jumped at any chance they could get to feature him on the front cover.
Michael Jackson didn't like to give personal interviews so when he agreed to an
interview with Oprah in 1993 it was basically a worldwide event.
How nervous are you right now?
I'm not nervous at all
Like not even for your first interview
and it's live around the world I thought you'd feel a little nervous but that's
great because if you're not nervous. I won't be nervous.
Unfortunately MJ's
world came crashing down when he was accused of child abuse in the mid-1990s
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Yes
During this time the media took advantage of a situation and began
attacking him on the front covers of the magazines that used to praise him.
It seemed like overnight the media went from being his best friend to being his
worst nightmare. Eventually the case was resolved and Michael went on with his
work but he would never be the same. It wasn't until a few years later that
Michael would finally get his life together. Shortly after his first child
would be born, Prince Jackson. He was so proud that he even agreed to a
photoshoot with his new family. In light of the allegations Michael's music
was still loved by many worldwide. To those people he was still the king.
Of course we're talking about the King of Pop but did you know that he was
actually crowned king in the village of Sanwi in the Ivory Coast?
Michael was very well known for his charity work and he always used his singing voice to talk
about delicate issues. He spent much of his time in Africa and even dedicated
some of his songs towards the relief of disease and famine.
In 2005 more sexual abuse charges would come up but this time was a little
different instead of a quick resolve Michael would be arrested and eventually
sent to court. After months of legal battles Michael was eventually acquitted.
Much like the first accusation, the media didn't cut him any slack. Unlike the
first accusation this one was all over the news and on the front cover of every
tabloid.
In his final years Michael Jackson was planning on making a massive comeback. Some were even calling it the biggest comeback in history
Unfortunately the press conference in London in 2009 where he announced his
final tour was the last time any of his fans got to see him on stage. Even if the
world thinks badly of Michael Jackson we're still talking about him 10 years
later. Honestly the world will most likely
never stop talking about how he thrilled us all. From a young age Michael had a
raw talent that will never be matched. Between his media coverage and his
powerful music Michael Jackson's legacy still lives on and he will always be
remembered as the kid who never grew up
It was really interesting to explore the life of Michael Jackson and to uncover
the impact he made on the world. Regardless of what you think about him
he won't be forgotten anytime soon!
I love you! This is it and see you in July!