Saying Our Goodbyes

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This gives Fish 'n Co a run for their money!

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On a more somber mood, Michael Jackson left us on the 25th of June 2009. I won't say i'm one of his super crazy fan, not like those that scream till they faint during his concerts... I've never actually see him in real life before too. But i've always like his music and enjoy all his music videos and performances.

I still remember when i was in primary and all the way till secondary school, i dread waking up in the morning for school at those ungodly hours... My dad would then play something on the TV for me to watch while eating breakfast. And this was like a ritual, everyday every morning without fail. My dad is a big MJ fan by the way. He keeps recording of almost all his concerts and bought his HISTORY and THRILLER laser disc (yes, those tyre look-alike...) and also the MOONWALKER vcd. So my daily morning dose of TV was a healthy mix of Pinocchio, Mickey Mouse, Beauty & the Beast, Power Rangers, Doraemon, and MICHAEL JACKSON among others...Having a dad like mine, growing up listening to MJ was quite inevitable.

Not long into my teenage years, and im already a fan. But sadly, it was during those years too that he stopped producing smash hits and mind-blowing music videos. Instead, he was constantly being put in the limelight for all the wrong reasons. I've always wanted to see him sing and dance again and when i got to know about his concerts in London, i know i'll definitely buy his concert DVD when it's out. Even if i don't, my Dad will.

It's such a pity that we can't see him in his full glory for one last time...

So when a tribute to MJ was being held in Singapore, i told myself to be there to say bye bye...

It was held at Hong Lim Park (Clark Quay MRT), more famously known as the Speaker's Corner.

People only starts crawling in when it gets dark.

A moment of silence, with candle in hand.

On a projector screen, they showed all of MJ's chart topping music videos that some say has revolutionized the pop music and dance of our generation... Black and White, The Way You Make Me Feel, Bad, Earth Song, Thriller, Smooth Criminal,... just to name a few. Me and Jac stayed and watched till the end.

It was a great way of saying my goodbye, celebrating his work and reminding myself of how amazing an entertainer he was. Thank you Michael Jackson! and may you rest in peace!!