Jackson's musical career began in 1967 as lead singer of The Jackson 5, when the group made their first recording with a local label before signing up with Motown Records in 1968. He made his first solo recordings in 1971 while still a member of the group. But it was Off the Wall (1979) which marked the start of his full-fledged solo career, and he formally parted with his siblings in 1984. In his solo career, Jackson recorded and co-produced the best-selling album of all time, Thriller (with worldwide sales over 100 million), received thirteen Grammy awards and charted thirteen #1 singles in the U.S. Throughout his four-decade career, Michael Jackson has been awarded numerous honors, including the World Music Awards Best-selling Pop Male Artist of the Millennium. He is also a double-inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1997, and in 2002 as a solo artist. He is also a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In the mid-1980s, TIME magazine described Jackson as "the hottest single phenomenon since Elvis Presley". He has had a notable impact on music and culture throughout the world while also tearing down racial barriers and paving the way for modern pop music.
From 1988 to 2005, Jackson lived on his Neverland Ranch property, on which he built an amusement park and private zoo for the enjoyment of economically disadvantaged and terminally ill children. In 1993 and 2003, separate accusations of child molestation that allegedly occurred in Neverland were made against Jackson, which drew intensely negative media coverage. While he was never charged for the first case, Jackson was tried and vindicated in 2005 of the latter allegation, but moved out of the US shortly thereafter. He later returned to Las Vegas in early 2007.
In the years following his acquittal, (2005-2009) Jackson made numerous public appearances including MTV Japan's VMA awards where he accepted the legends award; the World Music Awards where he accepted the Diamond Award for selling over 100 million records; James Brown's funeral where he paid tribute and delivered a sermon; and a fan appreciation event in Tokyo, Japan, where he greeted troops at US Army base Camp Zama. In early 2008, Jackson issued Thriller 25th Anniversary, a critical and commercial success that was the second-biggest selling album of 2008 with over 2.1 million copies sold worldwide.
On June 25, 2009, Jackson collapsed at a rented home in Holmby Hills in Los Angeles, California. The cause of death is currently believed to be cardiac arrest. At the time of his death, Jackson was scheduled to perform 50 sold-out concerts to over one million people, at London's O2 arena, from July 13, 2009, to March 6, 2010. During a press conference, Jackson made suggestions of possible retirement.
In the hours following Jackson's death, his record sales increased dramatically. His seminal album Thriller climbed to number one on the American iTunes music chart, while another eight made it into the top 40. In the UK, where Jackson would have performed less than three weeks after his death, fifteen of his albums occupied the top 15 spots on the Amazon music chart. Social music network website Last.fm also saw a dramatic increase in Michael Jackson plays per hour after the announcement of his death.
On December 10, 2010, a compilation album of previously unreleased material, simply entitled Michael, was released posthumously. Featuring guest performances by Akon, 50 Cent and Lenny Kravitz, the album was certified Platinum in 18 countries but received mixed reviews from most critics. This was followed in November 2011 by Immortal, a remix album; in September 2012 by Bad 25, a 25th anniversary reissue of Jackson's 1987 hit album Bad; and by Xscape, a second compilation album released in May 2014.
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Elizabeth I love you
Michael Jackson Lyrics
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That's what they told you
A child star in Hollywood
That's what they sold you
Grace with beauty, charme and talent
You would do what you were told
But they robbed you of childhood
Took your youth and sold it for gold
Elizabeth, I love you
You're every star that shines in the world to me
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true
Elizabeth, I love you
You're more than just a star to me
Lovely Elizabeth
You have surpassed them all
My friend Elizabeth
Learned to outlast them all
Many started back when you did
Lost their way and now they're gone
But look at you, a true survivor
Full of life and carrying on
This is your life
You seem to have it all
You reached your peak
They wanted you to fall
It's very sad, this world can be so bad
But though all the heartaches
When they put you down
You know you were the victor
And you earned the crown
It's like walking through the fire
Determinded to win
You were beating life's battles
Again and again
Elizabeth, I love you
You're every star that shines in the world to me
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true
Remember the time I was alone
You stood by my side and said:
"Let's be strong"
You did all these tings
That only a true friend can do
Elizabeth, I love you
The world knows your work now
I pray one day I'll be just like... you.
The lyrics to Michael Jackson's song "Elizabeth I love you" are a tribute to Elizabeth Taylor, the Hollywood actress and philanthropist who was a close friend of Jackson's. The song begins with the line "Welcome to Hollywood, that's what they told you," which refers to how Taylor was pushed into the spotlight at a young age, just like many child stars in Hollywood. The song goes on to describe the way she was exploited by the industry, with her childhood taken away and her youth sold for money. However, despite all this, Jackson sees her as a true survivor who has surpassed all her peers and carries on with such grace, charm, and talent.
Throughout the song, Jackson expresses his deep affection for Taylor, calling her "lovely Elizabeth" and "my friend Elizabeth." He praises her for outlasting many of her contemporaries and being a true survivor in the face of hardship, heartaches, and haters. He also acknowledges the difficulties of her life, including the pressures of fame and the expectations placed on her. Throughout it all, Jackson emphasizes his admiration for her strength, resilience, and generosity as a friend, and as an actress whose work has inspired him.
Overall, the lyrics to "Elizabeth I love you" are a touching tribute to the iconic actress and humanitarian, reflecting Jackson's heartfelt love and gratitude for his dear friend.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to Hollywood
The start of the journey to the bright lights and big city of Hollywood.
That's what they told you
But what they said was far from the truth.
A child star in Hollywood
They sold you the dream of stardom at a young age.
That's what they sold you
But at what cost?
Grace with beauty, charme and talent
You had the whole package.
You would do what you were told
Following orders was part of the game.
But they robbed you of childhood
You never had a chance to be a kid.
Took your youth and sold it for gold
Your childhood was sacrificed for fame and fortune.
Elizabeth, I love you
A message to his dear friend.
You're every star that shines in the world to me
Elizabeth was Michael's shining light.
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true
Michael wants Elizabeth to know how much he cares.
You're more than just a star to me
Elizabeth meant the world to Michael Jackson.
Lovely Elizabeth
Michael's admiration for Elizabeth shines through.
You have surpassed them all
Elizabeth triumphed against all odds.
My friend Elizabeth
A term of endearment for a beloved friend.
Learned to outlast them all
Elizabeth emerged victorious where others failed.
Many started back when you did
Elizabeth's peers started in the industry at the same time.
Lost their way and now they're gone
Others fell and faded away.
But look at you, a true survivor
Elizabeth survived and thrived.
Full of life and carrying on
Elizabeth refused to let setbacks keep her down.
This is your life
A reflection on Elizabeth's life and career.
You seem to have it all
From the outside looking in, Elizabeth had everything.
You reached your peak
Elizabeth achieved the height of success.
They wanted you to fall
Jealous eyes hoped for her downfall.
It's very sad, this world can be so bad
A somber observation on the harsh realities of the world.
But though all the heartaches
Through all the struggles and hardships.
When they put you down
When detractors tried to bring Elizabeth down.
You know you were the victor
Elizabeth emerged triumphant.
And you earned the crown
Elizabeth's success was hard-earned and deserved.
It's like walking through the fire
Overcoming adversity was like passing through flames.
Determinded to win
Elizabeth was driven to succeed.
You were beating life's battles
Elizabeth emerged victorious against life's challenges.
Again and again
Overcoming challenges time and time again.
Remember the time I was alone
A fond memory between Michael and Elizabeth.
You stood by my side and said:
Elizabeth was there for Michael in his time of need.
"Let's be strong"
Elizabeth's words of encouragement for Michael.
You did all these things
Elizabeth went above and beyond for Michael.
That only a true friend can do
A testament to the strength of their friendship.
The world knows your work now
Elizabeth's legacy lives on.
I pray one day I'll be just like... you.
Michael aspires to be like Elizabeth, a true survivor.
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MechaLovee
Lyrics:
Welcome to Hollywood
That's what they told you.
A child star in Hollywood.
That's what they sold you.
Grace and beauty, charm and talent
You would do what you were told.
But they robbed you of your childhood
Took your youth, and sold it for gold.
Elizabeth I love you
You're every star that shines in the world to me.
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true?
Elizabeth I love you, you're more than just a star to me.
Lovely Elizabeth, you have surpassed them all.
My friend Elizabeth, learned to outlast them all.
Many started, back when you did.
Lost their way and now they're gone.
But look at you, a true survivor, full of life and carrying on.
Elizabeth I love you, You're every star that shines in the world to me.
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true?
Elizabeth I love you, you're more than just a star.
This is your life,
You seem to have it all.
You reached your peak,
They wanted you to fall.
It's very sad that this world can be so bad
But through all the heartaches when they let you down
You know, you were victor and you wore the crown
It's like walking through fire determined to win
You were beating those battles again and again!
Elizabeth I love you,
You're every star that shines in the world to me.
Elizabeth can't you see that it's true?
Remember the time,
when I was alone?
You stood by my side and said let's be strong.
You did all these things that only a true friend can do.
Elizabeth I love you
The world knows your worth now
Of all the things on earth now
I pray one day I'll be just....
Like youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu.
-Love you Mike! <3
Csibi Balázs
This song is a musical perfection. Very complicated and hard to sing and MJ has written and sang it. Absolutely amazing. This isn't a pop song, rather a musical. He is a genius musician.
Csibi Balázs
@CarlYoungII your comnent just shows that you've never learnt music or singing. I have and this 20secs you say is absolutely not hard at all if you're professional and nobody doubts he was professional
Csibi Balázs
@CarlYoungII mate. I am not a professional singer but i can hold my tone for 15 secinds with no practice. Say no more
CarlYoungII
Like the original commenter said, it's a difficult song to perform especially towards the end when he has to spin to add theatrical dramatics to it. Pre-recorded vocals had to be mixed in. And there is no way he held that note for nearly 20 seconds straight at the end while spinning too. He's just a professional performer and makes it look magical with the lights, and wind to add more realism to it. Still a fantastic unforgettable performance!!!
RETRO Szebi. G
@YAN1CK B0V0 yes ik.
YAN1CK B0V0
@RETRO Szebi. G You have oversimplified some things..
Charlotte Dickens
Michael and Elizabeth's friendship was so sweet. This is an example of true friendship. Love you both.
Elizabeth Politis Politis
Yes, I love them too both, so much!!! 🤗❤😇❣
Joudy hossam
Imagine micheal Jackson singing and writing a song for you.
Guli Xusanova
@Hazen_Mazen726 i am also