New topic
Printable| Author | Message |
|
MJ on Good Morning America tomorrow http://abcnews.go.com/GMA...id=5680705
Michael Jackson: 'I Feel ... Very Young' at 50 Speaks Exclusively to 'GMA' About His Past, His Future, His Dreams for His Children By CHRIS CONNOLLY and MICHAEL S. JAMES Aug. 28, 2008 He first became a star as a young boy, then endured superstardom, scandals and a legal prosecution, but as he turns 50, Michael Jackson told "Good Morning America" in an exclusive interview, he is "having a wonderful time, just relaxing." Speaking by phone from his home in California, at times so softly he was barely audible, Jackson said he was listening to James Brown and preparing for his 50th birthday Friday, when he will "just have a little cake with my children and we'll probably watch some cartoons" -- before he gets right back to work. Watch "Good Morning America" Friday at 7 a.m. ET for more on this exclusive interview. Does turning 50 mean he now has an AARP card? "Not that I know of!" Jackson said, laughing. "You never know. They can find you wherever you are." He said he still can do all his famous dance moves and "more." "I feel very wise and sage, but at the same time very young," he said. Reflecting back, Jackson said the happiest time in his life was probably when he was recording his hit solo albums "Thriller," released in 1982, and "Off the Wall," released in 1979. Those albums -- which were accompanied by a string of hit singles and videos and corresponded with the 1983 debut of his signature dance, the "moonwalk" -- propelled him to the height of his stardom. "That meant very much to me and seemed to be received so beautifully by the public and the world," he said. "I enjoyed it very much." Asked to pick a single song as his greatest achievement, Jackson went back to the same period. "Oh boy, that's a hard one," he said, before singling out "We Are the World," "Billie Jean" and "Thriller." But Jackson was not content to rest on his laurels, saying, "I am still looking forward to doing a lot of great things." He hopes to release new music and tour, though he doesn't have dates set. "I am writing all the time," he said. "I love composing and the whole thing. But I am also raising my children and enjoying it and teaching them to ride bicycles and how to read. I love it." He said he hopes to "be myself" in his future work, but also that he is "inspired by many great artists," noting he wished he could have worked with Brown or Fred Astaire. He sees his influence in some of today's artists, specifically mentioning Chris Brown. He said he sacrificed his childhood with "a lot of hard work," and that he remembers "giving up your life for the medium." But he'd do it all again. "I think I would," he said. "It is very much worth it. I have always loved show business and have always enjoyed making people happy through that medium. I love the celebration of music and dance and art. I just love it." Asked if he'd like his two sons and daughter to have the same sort of upbringing as him, he said he'd prefer to let them "enjoy their childhood as much as possible." "I let them go to the arcade and go to the movies and do things," he said. "I want them to get to do the kind of things I didn't get to do. So, I fill them with a lot of enjoyment that way -- a lot of amusement. You know? "I get pretty emotional when I see them having a wonderful time," he added, "when they are on a ride and they are screaming and they are happy. ... It makes me emotional, 'cause I see they are having a real good time." Jackson said his kids "love music ... they are very much into the arts," but that, "I don't push them." If he could go back and give himself some advice at age 9 or 10, the approximate age of his oldest children, he would advise himself, "if you are going to do it, commit yourself, know your craft and be really involved." He'd say to be strong and to have "rhinoceros skin" when it comes to dealing with the pressures of fame. Perhaps Jackson learned to have a thick skin after enduring years of controversies. Born Aug. 29, 1958, in gritty Gary, Ind., Jackson rose to fame as the youngest member of the brother act, The Jackson 5. The group released its first single on the Motown label in 1969, when Jackson was 11 years old, and enjoyed a string of hits in the early 1970s. The group eventually became known as The Jacksons, and Jackson also had hits as a child solo artist and actor. Jackson's adult musical career took off with "Off the Wall," and eventually, he became such a superstar that he adopted the moniker, "the king of pop." But Jackson also developed a reputation for eccentricity. He often was seen wearing a surgical mask in public, and his appearance changed and his skin complexion seemed to grow lighter through the years. He had a pair of brief marriages, including one to Elvis Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie Presley. In 2002, Jackson drew criticism for dangling his youngest son, Prince Michael II, then a toddler, from a German hotel balcony as fans looked on. He later apologized. In 1993, Jackson was accused of molesting a 13-year-old boy who visited his "Neverland" ranch, but settled the case out of court. Jackson was criminally charged with child molestation in 2003, but was acquitted in 2005. "We may deify or demonize them but not ignore them. And we call them genius, because they are the people who change the world." |
- E-mail - orgNote -  Report post to moderator |
Any youtube videos yet? I wanna see how he looks. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Hey,
wearing his pajama pants will fit in really well with the title of the program. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Glad to see a news story that doesn't attempt to trash on MJ. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
bboy87 said: http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/MichaelJackson/story?id=5680705
Michael Jackson: 'I Feel ... Very Young' at 50 Speaks Exclusively to 'GMA' About His Past, His Future, His Dreams for His Children By CHRIS CONNOLLY and MICHAEL S. JAMES Aug. 28, 2008 He first became a star as a young boy, then endured superstardom, scandals and a legal prosecution, but as he turns 50, Michael Jackson told "Good Morning America" in an exclusive interview, he is "having a wonderful time, just relaxing." Speaking by phone from his home in California, at times so softly he was barely audible, Jackson said he was listening to James Brown and preparing for his 50th birthday Friday, when he will "just have a little cake with my children and we'll probably watch some cartoons" -- before he gets right back to work. Watch "Good Morning America" Friday at 7 a.m. ET for more on this exclusive interview. Does turning 50 mean he now has an AARP card? "Not that I know of!" Jackson said, laughing. "You never know. They can find you wherever you are." He said he still can do all his famous dance moves and "more." "I feel very wise and sage, but at the same time very young," he said. Reflecting back, Jackson said the happiest time in his life was probably when he was recording his hit solo albums "Thriller," released in 1982, and "Off the Wall," released in 1979. Those albums -- which were accompanied by a string of hit singles and videos and corresponded with the 1983 debut of his signature dance, the "moonwalk" -- propelled him to the height of his stardom. "That meant very much to me and seemed to be received so beautifully by the public and the world," he said. "I enjoyed it very much." Asked to pick a single song as his greatest achievement, Jackson went back to the same period. "Oh boy, that's a hard one," he said, before singling out "We Are the World," "Billie Jean" and "Thriller." But Jackson was not content to rest on his laurels, saying, "I am still looking forward to doing a lot of great things." He hopes to release new music and tour, though he doesn't have dates set. "I am writing all the time," he said. "I love composing and the whole thing. But I am also raising my children and enjoying it and teaching them to ride bicycles and how to read. I love it." He said he hopes to "be myself" in his future work, but also that he is "inspired by many great artists," noting he wished he could have worked with Brown or Fred Astaire. He sees his influence in some of today's artists, specifically mentioning Chris Brown. He said he sacrificed his childhood with "a lot of hard work," and that he remembers "giving up your life for the medium." But he'd do it all again. "I think I would," he said. "It is very much worth it. I have always loved show business and have always enjoyed making people happy through that medium. I love the celebration of music and dance and art. I just love it." Asked if he'd like his two sons and daughter to have the same sort of upbringing as him, he said he'd prefer to let them "enjoy their childhood as much as possible." "I let them go to the arcade and go to the movies and do things," he said. "I want them to get to do the kind of things I didn't get to do. So, I fill them with a lot of enjoyment that way -- a lot of amusement. You know? "I get pretty emotional when I see them having a wonderful time," he added, "when they are on a ride and they are screaming and they are happy. ... It makes me emotional, 'cause I see they are having a real good time." Jackson said his kids "love music ... they are very much into the arts," but that, "I don't push them." If he could go back and give himself some advice at age 9 or 10, the approximate age of his oldest children, he would advise himself, "if you are going to do it, commit yourself, know your craft and be really involved." He'd say to be strong and to have "rhinoceros skin" when it comes to dealing with the pressures of fame. Perhaps Jackson learned to have a thick skin after enduring years of controversies. Born Aug. 29, 1958, in gritty Gary, Ind., Jackson rose to fame as the youngest member of the brother act, The Jackson 5. The group released its first single on the Motown label in 1969, when Jackson was 11 years old, and enjoyed a string of hits in the early 1970s. The group eventually became known as The Jacksons, and Jackson also had hits as a child solo artist and actor. Jackson's adult musical career took off with "Off the Wall," and eventually, he became such a superstar that he adopted the moniker, "the king of pop." But Jackson also developed a reputation for eccentricity. He often was seen wearing a surgical mask in public, and his appearance changed and his skin complexion seemed to grow lighter through the years. He had a pair of brief marriages, including one to Elvis Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie Presley. In 2002, Jackson drew criticism for dangling his youngest son, Prince Michael II, then a toddler, from a German hotel balcony as fans looked on. He later apologized. In 1993, Jackson was accused of molesting a 13-year-old boy who visited his "Neverland" ranch, but settled the case out of court. Jackson was criminally charged with child molestation in 2003, but was acquitted in 2005. How sweet! Thanks so much Bboy for the interview. Loved it! can´t wait to hear his material. "When Michael Jackson is just singing and dancing, you just think this is an astonishing talent. And he has had this astounding talent all his life, but we want him to be floored as well. We really don´t like the idea that he could have it all." | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Great! Can't wait to see this. He interviews so well.  | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
That was nice phone interview! It's cool that he mentioned that recording Thriller and Off The Wall were among the happiest days of his life. Check me out and add me on:
www.last.fm/user/brandosoul "Truth is, everybody is going to hurt you; you just gotta find the ones worth suffering for." -Bob Marley | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
BTW what is AARP card? "When Michael Jackson is just singing and dancing, you just think this is an astonishing talent. And he has had this astounding talent all his life, but we want him to be floored as well. We really don´t like the idea that he could have it all." | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Here you can hear the interview!
[Edited 8/29/08 8:02am] "When Michael Jackson is just singing and dancing, you just think this is an astonishing talent. And he has had this astounding talent all his life, but we want him to be floored as well. We really don´t like the idea that he could have it all." | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
dag said: BTW what is AARP card?
AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons, is a United States-based non-government organization (a special interest group). According to its mission statement,[1] it is "a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over ... dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age," which "provides a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members." AARP operates as a non-profit advocate for its members, one of the most powerful lobbying groups in the United States, and also sells insurance, investment funds and other financial products. AARP claims over 38 million members,[2] making it one of the largest membership organizations for people age 50 and over in the United States. Membership is expected to grow significantly as baby boomers age. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Interesting read. Seems like even Michael thinks his best work was done with Quincy Jones. He didn't name anything past that era. “The man who never looks into a newspaper is better informed than he who reads them, inasmuch as he who knows nothing is nearer to truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors.”
- Thomas Jefferson | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
banks said: dag said: BTW what is AARP card?
AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons, is a United States-based non-government organization (a special interest group). According to its mission statement,[1] it is "a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over ... dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age," which "provides a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members." AARP operates as a non-profit advocate for its members, one of the most powerful lobbying groups in the United States, and also sells insurance, investment funds and other financial products. AARP claims over 38 million members,[2] making it one of the largest membership organizations for people age 50 and over in the United States. Membership is expected to grow significantly as baby boomers age. Thanks. Funny to imagine Mike as a retired person.  "When Michael Jackson is just singing and dancing, you just think this is an astonishing talent. And he has had this astounding talent all his life, but we want him to be floored as well. We really don´t like the idea that he could have it all." | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
dag said: Here you can here the interview!
Thanx 4 the Link! That was great! | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
dag said: Here you can hear the interview!
Thanks for posting that, dag. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Thanks, dag. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
You are more than welcome, guys! It was my pleasure!  "When Michael Jackson is just singing and dancing, you just think this is an astonishing talent. And he has had this astounding talent all his life, but we want him to be floored as well. We really don´t like the idea that he could have it all." | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
|
awww that interview was VERY fun listening to. Thats why i will always love michael jackson |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
I saw the interview! It was great! Very exciting. I'm still in love with Michael Jackson's speaking voice. 
The entire segment was well done, and not disrespectful at all. The reporter asked some good questions. But why did they have to show Chris Brown talking about nothing? I can't stand the way he looks, speaks/slurs speech, and acts, especially regarding Michael Jackson. I can tolerate Usher and Timberlake, and I like Ne-Yo. But I can't stand Chris Brown.  He's the most fake, and most arrogant one of them all in my opinion. Reminds me of Bobby Brown everytime I see him, LOL.
But anyway, I hope Michael enjoys this day. I really wish I could be with him to watch those cartoons. LOL. Can't wait to see/hear his new project!!! "You put water into a cup, it becomes the cup...Now water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend." - Bruce Lee
"Water can nourish me, but water can also carry me. Water has magic laws." - JCVD | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
a veritable wreck of a man.....
kiddy fiddling wreck..... | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
bboy87 said: and his appearance changed and his skin complexion seemed to grow lighter through the years.
. Seemed? | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
|
jonylawson said: a veritable wreck of a man.....
kiddy fiddling wreck.....  "We may deify or demonize them but not ignore them. And we call them genius, because they are the people who change the world." |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
jonylawson said: a veritable wreck of a man.....
kiddy fiddling wreck..... You revived a dead thread just for that?  | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
Annika said: jonylawson said: a veritable wreck of a man.....
kiddy fiddling wreck..... You revived a dead thread just for that? Some people are just pathetic...  | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
aw c'mon-you oot are the most mocked fans in the world
mike after 87 was/is just fucked for many many reasons not to mention his music is uber produced souless soul | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
jonylawson said: kiddy fiddling wreck..... Got some experience yourself?? Nice pic you got in your profile :
 | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
PatrickS77 said: jonylawson said: kiddy fiddling wreck..... Got some experience yourself?? Nice pic you got in your profile :
Lol. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
|
jonylawson said: aw c'mon-you oot are the most mocked fans in the world
mike after 87 was/is just fucked for many many reasons not to mention his music is uber produced souless soul Most mocked? What about Elvis fans "We may deify or demonize them but not ignore them. And we call them genius, because they are the people who change the world." |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
"the best is yet to come in my true humble opinion."
That part just cracks me up. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |
jonylawson said: aw c'mon-you oot are the most mocked fans in the world
mike after 87 was/is just fucked for many many reasons not to mention his music is uber produced souless soul Your comment had no bearing on the subject matter of this thread whatsoever, it was just a nasty, pointless little jibe you apparently couldn't hold in. You could have added it to one of the three ongoing MJ discussions on the front page, rather than digging up this old thread. | |
| - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator |