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 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. During his solo career, Jackson recorded and co-produced the best-selling album of all time, Thriller (with worldwide sales over 122 million), received 13 Grammy Awards, and charted 13 #1 singles in the United States. Throughout his four-decade career, Jackson was 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: first in 1997 as a member of The Jackson 5, and again 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, bringing to light numerous social issues, and paving the way for modern pop music.
From 1988 to 2005, Jackson resided 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 which allegedly occurred at Neverland Ranch were levied against Jackson, drawing fierce media coverage. Whilst no charges were filed in relation to the 1993 allegations, in November 2003 Jackson would be indicted on 10 criminal counts. Following this, in 2005, Jackson was placed on trial, eventually being acquitted of all charges. Shortly thereafter, he moved out of the US, later returning to Las Vegas in early 2007.
In the years following his acquittal, Jackson made numerous public appearances, including the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards Japan, where he accepted the Legend Award; the 2006 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 post Camp Zama. In early 2008, Jackson issued Thriller 25th Anniversary, a critical and commercial success which was the second-best selling album of 2008, selling over 2.1 million copies worldwide.
On June 25, 2009, Jackson was found unresponsive inside his rented home in Holmby Hills in Los Angeles, California. His cause of death was later determined to be acute propofol intoxication, and was ruled a homicide. In 2011, for his role in Jackson’s death, Jackson's personal doctor Conrad Murray was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to four years imprisonment. At the time of his death, Jackson was scheduled to perform his This Is It concert series, consisting of 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 announcing This Is It on March 5, 2009, 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, whilst another eight albums made it into the top 40. In the UK, where Jackson was set to perform less than three weeks after his death, 15 of his albums concurrently 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 following 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. Following this, Jackson became the only artist in music history to have Top 10 singles in five different decades on the Billboard Hot 100. On November 18, 2022, Thriller 40, a 40th anniversary reissue of Jackson's seminal 1982 album Thriller was released. In its first week, the album placed number seven on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and sold 37,000 copies in the United States. In May 2024, Thriller placed second on the Apple Music 100 Best Albums list.
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Hold My Hand
Michael Jackson Lyrics
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Oh, alright
Ooh, Akon and MJ
Oh, yeah (yeah)
This life don't last forever (hold my hand)
So tell me what we're waiting for (hold my hand)
We're better off being together (hold my hand)
'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
But together we can be alright (alright, yeah)
'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (ooh, yeah)
So if you just hold my hand
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand)
Things will go better if you just hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold (ooh)
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), my hand (hold my hand)
The nights are gettin' darker (darker, hold my hand, oh)
And there's no peace, inside (inside, hold my hand, yeah)
So why make our lives harder? (Hold my hand, yeah)
By fighting love tonight, baby (so hold)
'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
But together we can be alright (alright)
'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (yeah)
'Cause you could just hold my hand
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (if you just, if you just)
Things will go better if you just hold my hand (yeah)
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), hold my hand (hold my hand)
I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (yeah)
Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (yeah)
Come to me and let me be your one and only (hold my hand)
'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)
I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (hold my hand)
Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (ooh, hold me)
Come to me an let me be your one and only (one and only)
'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)
Hold my hand (yeah)
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand, hold my hand)
Things will go better if you just, hold my hand
Nothing can come between us if you just hold
Hold my (hold), hold my (hold), hold my hand (hold my hand)
Hold my hand (yeah, yeah)
All I can (yeah, yeah)
Hold my hand (woo)
Hold my hand (whoa, ahh)
Nothing can come between us if you just (ooh)
Hold my (ooh), hold my (ooh), hold my hand (ooh)
Hold my hand
Mmh
(Hold my hand)
The song "Hold My Hand" is a collaboration between Michael Jackson and Akon, released in 2010, posthumously after Jackson's death. The song is a powerful ballad that speaks of the importance of companionship and being in someone's company through the highs and lows of life. The lyrics are a reminder that life is transient, and we should make the most of the time we have by being with the ones we love. The song encourages us to join hands with another person and walk the path of life together, as we are better off being together than being alone.
The song's opening lines set the tone and prepare the listeners for a soul-stirring journey. Michael and Akon's collaboration is commendable, with each of them lending their unique styles and voices to the song. The line "Being miserable alone" captures the essence of the song's message, and the simplicity and repetition of the phrase "Hold my hand" give the listener a sense of comfort and familiarity.
As the song progresses, the lyrics encourage the listener to look beyond the darkness and hold on to hope. The line "We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight" reinforces the idea that companionship and support can help us weather the toughest storms. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Hold my hand" several times, emphasizing the importance of sticking together in difficult times. The song's final lines leave a lasting impression on the listener, as Michael's voice fades away, leaving only the sound of the word "Hold my hand," echoing in the listener's mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
An expression of excitement and anticipation
Oh, alright
An expression of agreement and satisfaction
Ooh, Akon and MJ
Excitement for the collaboration of two iconic artists
Oh, yeah (yeah)
An expression of excitement and encouragement
This life don't last forever (hold my hand)
Life is temporary, so let's make the most of it and stick together
So tell me what we're waiting for (hold my hand)
Let's not waste any more time and start living in the moment together
We're better off being together (hold my hand)
We are stronger and happier together than we are apart
Being miserable alone (hold my hand)
Being alone can be lonely and unpleasant, but we can find happiness and comfort in each other
'Cause I been there before and you've been there before
We have both experienced tough times before
But together we can be alright (alright, yeah)
If we support each other, we can get through anything and be happy again
'Cause when it gets dark and when it gets cold
In difficult or challenging times
We hold each other 'til we see the sunlight (ooh, yeah)
We comfort and support each other until the hardships pass
So if you just hold my hand
If we are together and support each other
Baby, I promise that I'll do all I can (hold my hand)
I am committed to helping you and making things better
Things will go better if you just hold my hand
We can get through anything as long as we are together
Nothing can come between us if you just hold (ooh)
We are stronger together, and nothing can break us apart
The nights are gettin' darker (darker, hold my hand, oh)
Life can be difficult and uncertain
And there's no peace, inside (inside, hold my hand, yeah)
We can find comfort and safety in each other
So why make our lives harder? (Hold my hand, yeah)
Let's make things easier by being there for each other
By fighting love tonight, baby (so hold)
We should not fight against love, but embrace it and hold onto each other
I can tell that you're tired of being lonely (yeah)
I can sense that you are feeling alone and unhappy
Take my hand don't let go, baby, hold me (yeah)
I am offering my support and comfort to you
Come to me and let me be your one and only (hold my hand)
Let's be each other's partner and source of love
'Cause I can make it alright 'til the morning (hold my hand)
I will be there for you through the night and the tough times
All I can (yeah, yeah)
I will do everything in my power to support you and make things better
Hold my hand (woo)
An invitation to hold onto each other and support each other
Nothing can come between us if you just (ooh)
We are stronger together, and nothing can break us apart
Hold my (ooh), hold my (ooh), hold my hand (ooh)
An urging to physically hold onto each other for support and comfort
Mmh
An expression of deep feeling and emotion
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aliaune Thiam, Claude Kelly, Giorgio Tuinfort
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@minis_world
Rest In Peace Michael.
This song is what the world needs.
Thank you for giving us this last beautiful piece of yourself.
We will miss you always.
Akon! thank you for ensuring we got this song.
You are an amazing artist and we love you,
Even more for ensuring that the entire world got to,
listen yours and M.J's last message.
Legend: Gone but never forgotten.
Your music lives on in every one of us,
And so do you.
All my love! !!!
xoxo!
@chicken
It's march 2024, let's see how many legends are listening to this incredible Michael Jackson song😌
@shaunweerasuriya3552
Hooooo!!!
@ГулимсерАлимова
Я обожаю люблю безгранично Майкла Джексона каждый день слушаю его песни и клипы он необыкновенный он любовь навсегда ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😢😢😢😢😢😢
@ГулимсерАлимова
Он будет жить в наших сердцах пока мы живы ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@gil4074
Wsp gang
@gouravsingh2781
Yoooooo!
@tatendabhiri9097
Its October 2024 still vibing with this classic track.
@DonMa17x
Me too
@akinwaleaishat7908
Me tooooooo
@assumisumi2969
Me threee😅