His music videos show his creativity and dedication, and his live performances shared his energy with audiences. Michael Jackson’s passion was evident in everything he did.
He recognized that some things – including paparazzi – came along with his success, and did his best to preserve himself without harming anyone in the process. In This Is It, he gave instructions during rehearsal without aggression and punctuated by “with love.” He showed understanding to fan who followed him, almost to the point of torment. Though his goals were high, he valued people. He was determined to deliver beyond anyone’s expectation. Video footage of his rehearsals reveal his involvement in every area of production. Rather than burdening others with abstract ideas of perfection, he participated in every aspect of his performance and career, from choreography to lighting.
Is it realistic? Is it a fair bar? Michael Jackson always aimed for perfection, both from himself and from his team. There are a variety of opinions on perfection. When your brand is strong, it becomes synonymous with you and cannot be stolen. This allowed him to stand on a stage and make a 90 degree turn of the head in exchange for the cheers a last second 3-pointer from half court to tie the game would get in any basketball stadium. Even performed by others, they were – and still are – easily and quickly recognized as his own. His tricks were so unique to him that he could do them over and over again, and elicit the same response. Michael Jackson had a distinct style, signature moves, and an unchanging demeanor. To be the king or queen of anything, you need a strong brand. The popularity of these songs and their use – from social campaigns to graduation ceremonies – prove the power of collaboration, and what we can achieve by pooling our resources and talent. Heal the World and We Are the World showed his willingness, even as a powerhouse in his own right – to work as a part of a team, and bring others together to envision and work toward a better world.
He took his social responsibility seriously, and used his platform to share messages of positivity and hope. It’s easy to look at the world and point out the injustices and deficiencies, but more challenging to sit down, soul search, and find ways to be better versions of ourselves. Man in the Mirror is introspective, and seems to tell of a personal experience Michael had, and encourages us to start with ourselves. Through his entertainment and the way he lived, Michael Jackson spread the message of peace of love, and taught the world many lessons applicable to our personal lives and careers. Many credit him with revolutionizing the music video, combining drama and dance to create a theater experience. Singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, and innovator, Michael Jackson became a pop cultural icon, and maintained the “King of Pop” title throughout and beyond his life.
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