Michael Jackson's Passing - Your Thoughts?

[Liz Witham - filmmaker]

Hi friends,
It just so happens that this week haven't had much access to the internet or television, so I haven't seen much of the coverage on Michael Jackson's passing. However, I have been feeling a lot about it, and I wanted to start a discussion here so that others could also share their thoughts. Were you a fan? What Michael Jackson memories do you have? I have been listening to a lot of radio this week, and many stations have been playing a lot of Michael Jackson songs. I've been struck by his talent now in a different way, appreciating him from a different perspective than before. Would love to know what you think.

[Colin Ruel]

What time is bed time on the neverland ranch?....
when the big hand touches the little hand

[Liz Witham - filmmaker]

Oh you couldn't help yourself now, could you :)

[Kelly Ames Smith]

We,too, did a lot of radio-listening. Two thoughts-- first, it is always amazing to hear the comments of kids
-esp in this case. For a long while, many stations did not play MJ so frequently. Kids are hearing many of these songs for the first time. They are downloading like crazy. Second thought- sad to me that the collection is now..finite. What we have is what we have. This leads me to encourage every (Docutunes) artist to record songs, thoughts and images now while you can-- for the rest of us and for later generations. Don't hide your talents under bushels--don't worry if it is perfect or your best work--just keep doing it!

[Liz Witham - filmmaker]

Good advice! The fact that the MJ collection is now complete is really hard for me to wrap my head around. He was such a powerhouse it feels like he could almost rise from the dead.

[Cheray York]

It was overwhelmingly sad the way Michael left this place. He touched many, and had no idea of the magnitude of his impact and influence on the style of other artists. I believe this had to do with him never believing himself fully and being insecure. It continues to amaze me how people, especially great talents become "bigger than life" after death. He will be missed, but that music...awww now that will be around for a very very long time. That is comforting to know. His demons, well may they R.I.P too.