michael jackson, one of pop music's most acclaimed and enigmatic stars for nearly 40 decades, passed away on thursday leaving behind a legacy of startling musical talent and a colorful public life mired in constant controversy. however, what i remember most is the incessant criticism and ridicule that was heaped upon him over his appearance and behavior. he was a laughing stock the world over as tales of his "strange" and "bizarre" exploits made the news again and again.
yet, everyone has a story to tell; i just wonder if he ever had the chance to tell it fully and truthfully? and even if he did, would there have been sympathy and understanding shown, or would he have been further mocked into his famed reclusive hideout?
yes, the teary condolences are now pouring in alongside acknowledgments of his genius, but when he was alive, it was almost as if everyone preferred him dead.
2 comments:
Yea... you know, i feel the same as you do, especially the last sentence. i have watched a series of documentary on his life and his neverland a few years back. then i was totally bought over! used to have a bad impression , guess it's media influence. isn't it scary that the media is so convincing? haha
yeah, the media is one of the most powerful forces on the planet today because it can influence the beliefs of masses in very short time.
that's why i try to develop a discerning mind about what i read; especially when it's about the lives of other ppl. truth can always be manipulated to make it sensational - that's "good" media but not always good journalism.
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