Hold for applause… fade out ….

Despite all the controversies and his eccentric behavior, most people won’t deny that Michael Jackson is one of the most talented musicians in the world. I myself is a fan of his since I watched his “Black and White” video clip on TV back some time ago in the 90’s. I must confess though that I haven’t been following his news for quite some time and so, his death really came as a blow. It was so sudden and so sad, especially because he is in the middle of preparing for his comeback, which is supposed to be ‘the’ show after years of his absence.

I’m trying not to make a fuss about it, but can’t help it after I watched his last rehearsal video. It doesn’t look like it’s going to be as good as his previous concerts, but considering that he’s now 50, I think it would be something definitely worth watching. So, in the video, after the dance an unseen director said, “Hold for applause… hold for applause… slow umbrella, fade out!” and I noticed, before the light was dimmed, Michael smiled… satisfied with the rehearsal, perhaps…. Some people said that it was a grimace, but nevertheles… it’s heartbreaking to realize that the applause he waited might not come in the way that he’d expected…..

God bless you, MJ….