When it comes to artists and musicians you have to make separate judgements on their art/music and their merits as a person. And to make things more complicated almost all brilliant artists/musicians find the inspiration and drive for their artistic achievements in their often tortured private lives.

So I have a view on Michael Jackson as a pop star - huge, no denying. Not my thing but I have to admire those great Quincy Jones-produced albums for their innovation and verve. And as a person: a sad figure with below average intelligence and education, with no grasp on reality mostly due to the abnormal exploited upbringing, at the prey of 'advisors' of all kinds, including some family members.

I will be intrigued to hear the autopsy report. His 'personal physician' was with him. Why? We all know the role 'personal physicians' sometimes play in these matters (cf. Elvis).


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