A King's Spirit Lives On

When I woke up today, I felt as if today was a holiday that I missed or something. As it turned out, it wasn't a holiday, it was the day Michael Jackson had passed away. To some people it is just another celebrity dead, but I look at it much different.

When Michael passed, it felt like losing a very close friend. Yeah, I know some of you are like "really?" Yes, really! Michael's music was a part of my life since I was born in 1985 & up until his death. His music followed me from the young childhood days, up to when I lived on my own as an adult. His music was part of the soundtrack of my life. His music is timeless & reaches to many different age groups & generations. Very few artists can say that their music has done the same or even come close.

On the day he passed, my sister called me from New York to give me the news. I didn't believe her, it was just another nasty rumor in my head. She told me people were crying on the subway as the news passed on. I suddenly thought it was for real. A few friends & I went to the Space Room bar for some beers & there it was on the news. Michael Jackson had passed away. I suddenly felt all kinds of emotions coming to me & wanted to enjoy the moment. Not just for me but for Michael. it wasn't long until radio stations started their tributes along with people in their cars blasting Billie Jean or Thriller. I will never forget where I was when I heard the news of his death.

So when the anniversary of his death rolls around, I try to celebrate the most of his spirit the best way I can. By celebrating his music. Long live Michael.