Wednesday, July 8, 2009

R.I.P. Michael Jackson


Almost a week now since the end of the "King of Pop" and I cant get over the shock of his tragic demise. I still remember the first time I heard "Thriller", I rushed to the nearest music store and got myself the cassette. It was the only thing playing in my dad's stereo, after Boney M and ABBA. All through school I grew up listening to his albums and was fascinated by his ability to sing in different genres of music. His philanthropic contributions only made me respect him more and actually buy his music, contrary to the rising piracy of music with mp3s. I still remember saving money to pay 1000 rupees for the History CD pack, which had a booklet with all his pics over the years.
Although now my taste in music has shifted to rock/alternative, I do go back to listening to his CDs sometimes. I still reminisce to the good old days when I see his videos on VH1 Classic. Will we ever have another legend like him?