Friday Five

“John Mayer is one of the two artists who I will always, no matter what, without review,  buy his next album.” – Me, 5 thing’s I’m looking forward to

Only one person guessed correctly who the other artist is, and it was my sister Melissa.  That’s right, I was actually referring on Monday to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Like many, I grew up on MJ, and I plan on forcing my own children to like him.  I’d say he will be missed, but let’s be honest.  He was already missed.  The man has been sick for a long time, and the Michael Jackson we all love is the one who has been gone for a while.

But, his music, his influence, and his eccentric dance moves will continue to inspire.  His three decades of hits will continue to sell.  And as long as I live, I will continue to hold my belt buckle, and horribly imitate the famous leg-kick on the dance floor at weddings.

That being said, here is today’s “Friday Five”

Best Ever Superbowl Halftime Show – 1993 Superbowl  Part 1 and Part 2

Most underrated MJ songKeep the Faith (warning: this video might make you  a bit sad)

Strangest MJ move – Yelling on top of air vents that were shooting out smoke.  I’m sure it was a rush for him, but I just don’t think it looked to us like it felt to him.

Most attempted, yet poorly imitated dance move – the moonwalk.  I don’t want to toot my own synthesized horn, but I feel like I’m actually pretty good at it.  See for yourself.

Best MJ coverTyler Stanton performing “Will You Be There” at Family Camp (warning, this will make you feel slightly embarassed)

What is your favorite MJ song, music video, and trademark move?  I really want to know, and then I’ll tell you all of mine.

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  • http://intensedebate.com/people/HaleyElise HaleyElise

    Favorite song: The Way You Make Me Feel. Well, because of the way it makes me feel.

    Favorite dance move: Any of his little Gumby leg moves pretty much do it for me everytime.

    Favorite Video: Black or White. It speaks for itself. (On a side note, it seems MJ doesn't look at explosions either. But he does walk through them).

  • http://Tylerstanton.com Tyler

    It’s officially on.

  • http://www.dlake108.posterous.com D.Lake

    Favorite song: "Rock with you" – one of the coolest drum openings of any song. A great "get the crowd dancing song" at weddings.

    Favorite Michael Moment: Just telling my wife tha his Super Bowl Half-time … by far the most spectacular.

    Last night my boys (12/11) and I sat down and YouTubed "Thriller", "Beat it", and "ABC" …. they appreciated it. Me too!

    A friend of mine put it this way. "MJ was our generation's Elvis." True Dat!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/trippcrosby trippcrosby

    I wish I could say I saw MJ perform that song live with Brittany spears. Wait. I can. I'm bragging. Oops.

  • Kevin

    Favorite song: Beat It: because, I can channel my inner MJ on guitar hero and rock out like no other.

    Favorite dance move: anything in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7MmEMrCRfc&fe…

    Favorite Video: is this really even a question? Thriller.