King of pop

I was in office today when I heard the news that Michael Jackson is no more.  Whatever be his ills, his misdemeanors, no one can deny that he was the king of pop.  I remember getting initiated into English music as a young boy through bands like ABBA, Boney M and of course MJ. Can remember the countless times I heard Thriller and Bad.

 Yes, into the nineties he got caught up in many scandals, was described as a weirdo for his peculiar lifestyle and habits and eventually faced bankruptcy.  But one felt sad today when the TV news channels played MJ’s 80s hits over and over again.

 Hopefully history will treat him kindly and he will be remembered more for his performances than for his infamous actions in life. One thing is certain - by dying (relatively) young, Jackson will remain an enigma in the years to come…..