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.
Official Website: http://www.michaeljackson.com
Rockin' Robin
Michael Jackson Lyrics
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Hoppin' and a-boppin' and singing his song
All the little birdies on Jaybird Street
Love to hear the robin go tweet tweet tweet
Rockin' robin, rock rock
Rockin' robin'
Blow rockin' robin
Every little swallow, every chick-a-dee
Every little bird in the tall oak tree
The wise old owl, the big black crow
Flappin' their wings singing go bird go
Rockin' robin, rock rock
Rockin' robin'
Blow rockin' robin
'Cause we're really gonna rock tonight
Pretty little raven at the bird-band stand
Told them how to do the bob and it was grand
They started going steady and bless my soul
He out-bopped the buzzard and the oriole
He rocks in the tree tops all day long
Hoppin' and a-boppin' and singing his song
All the little birdies on Jaybird Street
Love to hear the robin go tweet tweet tweet
Rockin' robin, rock rock
Rockin' robin'
Blow rockin' robin
'Cause we're really gonna rock tonight
Pretty little raven at the bird-band stand
Told them how to do the bob and it was grand
They started going steady and bless my soul
He out-bopped the buzzard and the oriole
He rocks in the tree tops all day long
Hoppin' and a-boppin' and singing his song
All the little birdies on Jaybird Street
Love to hear the robin go tweet tweet tweet
Rockin' robin, rock rock
Rockin' robin'
Blow rockin' robin
'Cause we're really gonna rock tonight
"Rockin' Robin" is a classic 1950s pop song by Bobby Day, and oft-covered and performed by Michael Jackson. The song tells the story of a robin who rocks in the tree tops all day long, singing his song and hopping around. The little birdies on Jaybird Street love to hear him go "tweet tweet tweet," and all the other birds in the oak tree, including the owl and the crow, flap their wings and sing "go bird go," following his lead.
The song is about the power of music to bring together different kinds of people and creatures, bridging the gaps between species and uniting them in the joy of song and dance. It is a celebration of the simple pleasures of life, and the beauty of being alive in the world. The chorus urges the robin to "blow" and keep on rocking, because they are "really gonna rock tonight."
As a classic 1950s pop song, "Rockin' Robin" has been covered and sampled by many artists over the years, including Michael Jackson, The Jackson 5, Conway Twitty, and The Beatles. The song was a major hit for Bobby Day, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1958, and has since become a staple of retro radio and oldies parties. It has been featured in numerous movies and TV shows, including "Forrest Gump," "Laverne & Shirley," and "American Graffiti."
Overall, "Rockin' Robin" is a catchy, fun, and lighthearted song that celebrates the simple joys of life, the power of music, and the beauty of nature. It is a song that has stood the test of time and continues to be loved and performed by people of all generations.
Line by Line Meaning
He rocks in the tree tops all day long
He spends his days perched in the trees, swaying back and forth and having a good time
Hoppin' and a-boppin' and singing his song
He jumps around and dances along to the beat of his own tune
All the little birdies on Jaybird Street
All the other birds in the neighborhood are aware of him and enjoy his presence
Love to hear the robin go tweet tweet tweet
They appreciate the joyful sounds made by the robin as he sings his song
Rockin' robin, rock rock
Addressing the robin and acknowledging his lively nature and strong presence
Blow rockin' robin
Encouraging the robin to keep up his energetic song and dance
'Cause we're really gonna rock tonight
Indicating a sense of excitement and anticipation for the upcoming festivities
Every little swallow, every chick-a-dee
All the different types of birds around him
Every little bird in the tall oak tree
All the birds in the surrounding area
The wise old owl, the big black crow
Even the more mature and serious birds recognize the robin's talent
Flappin' their wings singing go bird go
Cheering him on in his musical endeavor
Pretty little raven at the bird-band stand
A charismatic and sociable raven who instructs other birds in music and dance
Told them how to do the bob and it was grand
Providing guidance and advice to improve their performances
They started going steady and bless my soul
The birds were impressed by each other's moves and began to cooperate and work together musically
He out-bopped the buzzard and the oriole
Demonstrating superior talent and skill compared to the other birds
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jimmie Thomas
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