The Story of A True Pop Genius | Michael Jackson: Thank you For The Music | Amplified 

Just imagine if there were no allegations brought against him in 1993, his career would have been on another level

Scream was absolutely reasonable considering the catalyzing events. I was impressed by his restraint.

By the time the Thriller album and the Billie Jean performance came out, Michael Jackson was no longer a disco star nor even just a member of the Jackson 5, he was a musical genius in his own right who changed pop music forever. Breaking away from the corporate hands of Motown, defying expectations of naysayers, overcoming dry spells in his music, and refusing to become old news in the eyes of the world, MJ persevered through all the obstacles to become a music god.

About thirty minutes in one of the people commenting mentioned Michael's "paranoia" showing through his music when he wrote Billie Jean and then mentioned later songs like "They Don't Care About Us" and "Scream ". I feel compelled to say this wasn't paranoia but him being vocal about his feelings in the public eye and under scrutiny (Scream) and making social commentary on racial injustice in "They don't care about us". Paranoia wasn't the right word and they should have never said it. MJ was deliberate and thoughtful in his musical messages.

This man changed music, broke time, broke racial and many other barriers... hell his death broke the internet! Nobody has ever done that.

Not only Great entertainer but also great humanitarian and a very good man.

Say what you want about all his controversy but no one can deny that Michael Jackson is a music legend

Every time I think of Michael, my heart breaks. He gave his all to the world, and the world put him in deep trouble where he wasn't able to bounce back. I miss him so much and still can hardly believe that he is not here with us in this world.

These music critics are nothing but sadly very myopic and mono- dimensional. MJ was brilliant, he was a hugely creative and sensitive artist who could express a 360' range of human emotions...thus his appeal to millions of people the world over. His legacy proves his genius ...he spoke TRUTH to the HEART of humanity for those who are honest and courageous enough to hear. God bless you Michael...millions of us appreciate what you have to share and express!!!

Michael Jackson is the greatest musical artist of all the time 👑

I choose not to believe the tabloids and salacious gossip about Michael. I just loved his music and what I can see to be a very kind and tender heart. We were born the same year. He died on my birthday...so can never forget his contribution. I hope he is at peace now.

It always breaks my heart when I hear Michael Jackson stories. He was innocent and so kind. It is sad to know that the world can ruin someone just like that ! Rest in peace legend 🙏

Definitely should’ve interviewed more people who knew more about the latter years. History and invincible were both great.

😒. How can something that a person truly experienced be called paranoia? Love you Michael.

"HIStory" is the crown of Michael Jackson, the style, the music and everything denounced in that album is totally mature and extraordinary, these guys have no idea what they are talking about.TABLOID

Michael was a child at heart and loved to have lots of fun, but when it came to the music he was "Damn" serious and an absolute beast 😇👊🏾🎤🔥👑✨️

I think some of these people were scared of Michael's power That's all it is A black man is powerful like that Common sense is all in the video

More than a pop music genius...

This is damn true! He was one of the few artists that truly love his fans. I can’t name perhaps two artist who loves their fans , Gaga & Rosalia but NEVER at the level MJ loved & cared for his fans, all the children of the world & our planet. No artist of this era ever talks about the condition of our planet , about the future , our children. Michael really really did. & I have to say very little fans to NONE care about the things Michael genuinely cared & Loved That’s the real legacy that he left us!

Michael was way before his time....The GOAT! His music is timeless

is it really? The main problem he spent 7 million on a video (and what a video! a masterpiece) - and why he didn't spend it on charities??? He spent over 300 million to charities. And you give that much time to that stupid argument??? And why should have MJ complain?? He was painted guilty without one iota of evidence. Johnny Depp had no right to complain in court ... by this logic. And really? it's just "he surrounded himself with yes-men"? OR he experienced he was betrayed even by the closest people around him. The maid, who stole from him and sold personal issues for a few hundred to the press... or his bodyguards... What if he experienced serious lack of trust for such a long time he found it difficult to trust anyone? He literally spent his whole life in a quarantene. People suffered ptsd after 2 years of quarantene. MJ lived in that for decades... Why do people keep interviewing the same boring judgemental people, who have zero empathy about the unparalelled circumstances he lived in? GHOSTS anyone?

Gifted and talented but remain humble and kind through out his life,I always love you MJ❤️❤️❤️

The greatest entertainer ever the greatest dancer ever the greatest videos ever the greatest ablum ever the greatest fashion influence ever the greatest humanitarian ever the greatest icon ever how much more iconic can one man be how much more can one man give his legacy will never die dispiite so many people trying to kill it he earned the title king of pop r..i.p Michael you will be forever missed for all you gave to the world in so many ways

The one and only greatest singer, dancer and entertainer of all time. He is the king of music and dance. Rip King we miss you.😭

There never has been and never will be again a legend as big as that of The Jacksons and particularly of Michael Jackson. If ever one entertainer knew how to hype a crowd, it was Michael Jackson, but then they were hyped up for very good reasons. His shows were truly out of this world, in terms of all the amazing effects and tricks that were involved. I will always regret that I was unfortunate enough to attend his Dangerous Tour when he was at Wembley, but the show when he was too ill to perform. If ever there was a performer I wish I could have witnessed performing live in person in front of my eyes, it was Michael Jackson, but that was not his fault that the show I was at, he was too ill to perform. His songwriting about current events and the state of the world were incredible. I think it is no wonder he was chased by large crowds. I had never before or since seen any one entertainer have the effect on their audiences that Michael Jackson had. RIP Michael, and I, for one fan, cannot thank you enough for the incredible entertainment you gave the world. I just want to mention that it has been proved, since his passing, that Michael DID have the disease vitiligo, which changes the pigment of a persons skin. Perhaps the lady who made the comment about changing his skin colour was unaware of that at the time of making her comment, but we have become aware he did have the disease vitiligo.

You are sadly missed. Rip Michael Jackson 1958-2009.

Don't stop til you get enough was the best roller skating song ever. Still remember in the 70s everytime they played it at the rink everyone got out on the rink and went crazy. Brings back so many great memories. Thank you for the music Michael.

Those photos taken for the singles during the thriller era look so cool he’d never looked so confident and his style was so complete... he’d never looked better

One of a kind talent, RIP!

25 june is always a sombre day. Michael took a piece of me away with him, a piece of my childhood, he raised me musically. Being a child of the 80s and 90s i feel really lucky and privilged to have been alive for Thriller, Bad, Dangerous, History. Michael stayed setting the industry on fire. His only competition were Madonna, Whitney and Mariah 🥰 What a time. I still miss him so much..

The greatest entertainer of this life time...there will never be another...such a person with a beautiful soul...Thank you Michael for your music, entertaining in concerts, and donating to so many charities...you are so missed...Rest in Heaven/Peace...I will always love you!!!

The agenda was to keep him down and he felt it. And he sang it. And us fans know it was lies against him. He was Soaring to high and some haters didn't want that. Everything MJ did was a masterpiece. He loved kids and peace to all ppl. But the agenda was to stop that. The 🌎 loved MJ. The agenda was to keep him down. MJ you was found innocent in court. And then someone took your life. May you rest in peace ✌😎💖

I still cry when I hear the announcement come over the air. I was headed out of my house to join friends for dinner and I was listening to the music and the announcement came over the air and I turned right around shut the door and started to cry so emotionally. I can't even tell you why this caught me so off guard. Dreaming of the day I could still see This Is It with Michael. Michael a few yrs older than me and posters in my room and can relate my lifetime events around him and his career. I reached some of my dreams as he showed me perseverance & more. Everytime I hear the announcement I try to hold in the tears, sadness rains over me and I sniffle uncontrollably from holding back the tears. I think that Dr Murray should be in jail for life for killing - Michael Jackson. Ex Dr. Conrad Murray is a murderer. I'm not quite sure why he did it but I'm sure money was in the scheme of things to gain from murdering Michael Jackson I'm sure he was paid dearly for it. 😳🙏🌹✝️😇🌻😭😭😇🤨🧐🙄

His presence in the music is soooo much needed nowadays

we truly loved Michael Jackson and will never forget him...

Michael was on another level. He is the greatest entertainer of all time. Nothing will EVER take away his amazing legacy. He was a star since he was a child!! The first half of this video was great. Towards the end they begin bashing Michael too much for me. Blood on the dance floor is an amazing song! Along with his many other amazing classic hits. He will forever be The King of Song, Dance, and Video!!💯💯💯😍🥰💞We miss MJ!!

Great to listen to the sublime music of Michael Jackson alongside these iconic videos. A beautiful man with a beautiful soul, he escaped the rat race to find peace; Why do videos of Michael always stoop to making untruthful comments? The lady at 56 minutes states ' he changed his skin colour' , this is not the case, such statements perpetuate myths about someone who gave his all since the age of 5. At 1hr 3 mins, the same lady states that MJ lost direction; he did not lose direction, he went in different directions, so that his music was ahead of the times, what did she expect, the same every time? Gifted artists always experiment with different mediums. Videographers forget that billions of MJ fans know the facts and would love these videos to simply show love to honour the man, reflecting the facts, not skirting around the false allegations, editing the real issue of the 'trial by media and the targeted extortion', imagine if these falsehoods were targeted at you? Paul Gambaccini at 59 minutes states 'heal the world' is not healthy, what is healthy then? MJ was ahead of his time with regard to messages in his music, the world needs more musical messages, especially today. Mr Gambaccini also states that someone who has been around a long time would be uncomfortable with this? I have been around a long time, I am not uncomfortable with relevant messages in any of MJ's music and I am certain most of his 'older' 70's era fans are not uncomfortable either. In my opinion Invincible has messages that only his true fans know are within that particular album. Paul sounds like another white man knocking a black man and questions MJ's right to make Scream, MJ was telling the media he had had enough and still they persisted and helped destroy a human being who gave everything, you could see the decline in MJ's eyes. As a music expert, Mr Gambaccini, should show more respect for the musical genius that is Michael Joe Jackson, because this level of innovation will not come again in his, or my lifetime.

Legendary artist, really defined the 80s in a way no other artist did before OR after, meaby the Beatles in the 60s or Elvis in the 50s but that's about it.

Every artist light goes dim but Michael had been a mega-star since he was a little boy what more did they want his legacy will go on forever that's for sure as a music genius and humanitarian

His death seriously felt like a family member died to me. He is the ONLY celebrity death that has ever affected like that. I was honestly upset for a few weeks. 😭

Michael Jackson WILL ALWAYS LIVE WITH IN OUR HEARTS 👑 🌏😇

Man I had the biggest crush on him when I was a kid, and I'm embarrassed to date myself like this, but I was 12 when MTV came out, and I used to sit and wait all day long sometimes just to see his videos. When Thriller came out, it was like a HIGHLY anticipated treat (they never overplayed that song, which was genius actually, but frustrating as a kid, lol). It literally meant you HAD to sit there and wait for that song. My generation played outside from sun up, till sun down, even in the snow, so that was a big deal to do that. There wasn't a single MJ video that I didn't like, but Thriller was epic.

Michael was the most non problematic celebrity ever! The people in this world brought ALL THE PROBLEMS to him! He IS an absolute legend. ❤

MJ is still at top level..and he will stay there forever we will never stop loving this dude MJ ❤️👑❤️ he is forever & eternity 🌎💞

Absolutely a natural master of everything he did and an amazing natural exciting and extremely thoughtful performer. All done with love and in the name of love…❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Michael Jackson is very real whether he's alive or passed away he's still an idol the King of Pop Forever; he is a Legend. People need to respect him for accomplishing his dreams and reaching for his stars and helping others reach their dreams by being so devoted to his career and a leader in the Art. The Number #1--- Michael J Jackson is A Gorgeous Handsome Artist, Best Song Writing In History, Humanitarian, Giving Enormously More Than Giving Philanthropist, Awesome Producer Of Music, Brilliant Beat Boxer, Best Vocals In The World starting from his Youth to Adult singing songs i.e. Ben, Rocking Robin & Lady in My Life & Beyond With Billy Jean & More A Beautiful Voice, Choreographer, Composer, Fabulous & L♥️ving Father, Fantastic Dancer & Musician, Incredible Voice & Vocals, Genius, Terrific Dresser, Unbelievable Costumes, Great Designer, Phenomenal & Amazing Songwriter, Perfecto & Imaginative Publisher. Honest Faithful Loyal Friend, Father, Brother, Uncle, Son & Husband Forever, Knock Out Music & Stage Performance, Master Of Illusion & so much more. We miss & L❤️ve you more than you know, Michael Jackson. ✌️🌹♥️😉😁😇⭐King Of Pop & More Forever.⭐ The Greatest Best Performer Who Has Lived Forever With His Music & Dance starting in his youth with such Tremendous Dedication & Professionalism for reaching his Goals & Dreams and Inspiring so many other Artists & Friends who he Dearly Loves Genuinely with putting his Heart on their sleeve to remind them to always Keep Learning & Keep Reaching for the Stars to Achieve Our Dreams. A Truely L♥️ved LEGEND Loved so Many. 🕴️🌻🖤🤍 Forever.🦋 🎶❤️More💜Than 🖤Beautiful🤎 💛 Amazing💚 Fabulous 💙 🧡Perfecto🖤🤍 Dance, ✝️ 🖤Friends & Family💙& Music.♥️🎶🌹Ⓜ️🦋✌️🕴️💃🕺👑 Enjoy Be Thankful...❤️🙏❤️✝️☮️✌️🐞🍀💕🦋

I was born the same year as Michael,Experienced everything he did,He was always there,I adore him.

You're wrong about one thing: he actually did keep on making music in between the 2005 criminal charges and his 2009 This Is It concerts. He recorded in Bahrain and Ireland. With Will.I.Am as a producer. On an album titled Resurrection. But those recordings would never see the light of day ever.

They will never tarnish His image they tried to break him they did not succeed Michael Legacy lives on his fans and moonwalkers continue to support him defend him their loyalty is with him they continue to love him surround him with support a true legend Never Dies the fans continue to spread the truth and they stand firm and together with Michael

MICHAEL JACKSON is always and Forever the KING OF POP

Off the wall is still fire doesn't even matter how old you are...im sure 40 years in the future kids will still be dancing to it But thriller....until life ends...enough said💥

Michael Jackson was the greatest musical talent and entertainer of all times. We were so devastated that day, his concert in London O2 Arena was cancelled due his untimely death, in June 25 2009. We miss Michael Jackson.

What a day...... What a legend :(

the thing about michael's performances is he makes you think "i wanna join him" "I wanna do that too" "I wanna be like him" so it just commands admiration he really knows how to engage an audience and everything

His music is full of messages if they can follow! The US media tried to ruin their own national treasure by calling him names! I love this man, he was the humble one despite of success! Your music & creative dance moves lives! You are indeed a gifted creation! King of Music! True Philanthropist! From 5-50 years old you’ve been performing to people! He gave it all! People abuse your money, talent & kindness! Those who tried to ruin you using your LOVE for children never succeeded! I will never judge you MJ coz I'm a human being, too! Blessed your soul! I thank God in Heaven for creating such a masterpiece Michael Jackson! Rest in Peace MJ!

_"For future generation , they will just have the Records and the videos and the work will speak for itself"_ ❤️ damn yes ! I was only 20 and I became a MJ fan during Quarantine period, I just listen to his songs and MV first before tackling all the bizarre news and Media scrutiny against him. GenZ and Millennials have more access to Facts and accusations against him so we can finally see and prove his Innocence but compared to Old generation they just purely based his Persona and allegations based on tabloids and News against him.

His story towards the end is so much like Elvis. Elvis was not feeling well and the colonel said no matter what he's going to go on so his doctor gave him something. In a video I saw Michael Jackson was rehearsing for his last show and then someone said they fear he maybe wouldn't be able to go on so his doctor gave Michael something then Michael died. Regarding Elvis and Michael the doctors will also charged and so many people around them who said cared for them could have said to the doctors enough is enough it's time for us to help these guys get clean. I'm sure an addiction is hard to kick and that's why they needed to have somebody to help them. As for them the saying goes The show must go on. It's because of the money that's all they care about such a shame. They both were so young Michael was 50 Elvis was 42. Michael was a king of Pop Elvis was was a king of rock and roll. Michael married Lisa Marie so there's all the similarities. I'm thinking that Michael started wearing his glove because that was around the time his skin started changing due to his rare skin condition and maybe his hand is where it started. It was so sad when he passed away I followed him since the Jackson 5.

A Talent like MJ is a Divinely ordained gift, it will never come again, so many factors has to be in place for this kind of unprecedented standard & level of craft… to cream the cake, MJ had to be more than just a human being, he had to be give more than he received & true to his calling, he gave it all and more than he had, that he literally died for his purpose… thank you Michael …😍

I love Michael Jackson...Always will!! He was everything in music!! I hate what they did to him and how sad his world began afterwards. Thanks MJ, I hope you finally got to rest in peace!!

I truly enjoyed reliving my younger years with the UNDISPUTED KING OF POP!!!! I had a son in ‘83 and before he could walk when MJ’s music videos came on he would stand up and bounce his little butt in perfect timing to the music (I’ve got pics and videos of it) with his left arm extended out and his finger pointing! And this was so known by family and friends that on his Birthdays for years to come they would buy him the latest tapes, records and CD 💿 s for him! Our home was always filled with music and Michael Jackson was ALWAYS at the Center of it. We never bought in to the child abuse allegations and Always choose His Greatness to focus on. I’m so sorry he felt so desperately alone and forever wish I could have talked with him about this. Again, I tremendously enjoyed going down memory lane 💖🥰💝😘😘😘

Whatever he did or not, he was an amazing talanted artist who left a legacy non can match. I believe the world is worse off for losing his talant too early, and its good to see another great piece of work from Amplified...

What a massive talent Michael Jackson was. R.I.P.

He was not paranoid! He had a reason to feel the way he felt and write the way he wrote. If he was paranoid, cruel people in the world created it.

Michael Jackson was the greatest musical artist ever to live! The moment he opened his mouth he had everyone mesmerized on his every move. He knew it and practiced it and knew how to capture the audience. I believe he purposely left his black pants hemmed so high and used white socks against the contrast of black pants so everyone could see his fancy foot work when dancing! What a legend!

Кто мы всё такие, что бы судить гения? О всех нас забудут, его будут помнить. Люблю тебя, МДж!!!

Seriously I loved every music from Michael Jackson

No Mobile Phones, No Internet, No Social Media then also MJ was Famous Worldwide...His Dance moves along with Vocals & Music made him Best Entertainer of all time... A Tribal Community from Africa who doesnt know anything about outside World But when a Video of MJ was shown to them they suddenly answered Yes we know Him He is Michael Jackson...That was Charm of MJ he was Famous all over the Planet...

Michael Jackson is always and forever the KING OF POP

He was a Megastar!!

At my age of 36 I honestly have no favorite bands or what I can say a singer who I really admire and follow. No singer who have caught my interest in music yet. Been telling myself that maybe he/she wasn’t born yet to satisfy my taste in music. I realized couple of days ago that the artist I’ve been seeking and looking for was actually born before me. Can’t believe myself been watching MJ’s concert, interviews, documentaries and music videos for a couple of days now and time to time. Most of his awards was given to him 1984 backward and I was born 1986. When I was in high school I am a fan of A1 and Westlife but only because Ben and Shane are handsome. Not really because of their music or voice. Although they are good. But Michael Jackson is different. He is the KING of Music, King of Fashion, King of originality, King of Dance, and now the KING OF MY HEART! Sounds weird but.. it may look too late for me ‘coz he is dead already. But honestly In my heart and in my mind, HE IS ALIVE and FOREVER WILL BE ALIVE UNTIL I DIE. and I know the next people who will be born in this earth will become his fan too. Michael Jackson Fan counts will never stop. I guarantee you all that. He IS THE WONDER OF NEVERLAND. I hope he knew that. From 1:03:47 I literally cried but I admire him more. He kept on fighting and never give up and he still shows kindness. I never even heard him once to cuss out or say bad words to relieve his anger and sadness.

Then, now and for eternality, the greatest musician of all times. Always loved and forever missed. ❤❤❤Justice For Michael ❤

Michael Jackson was a very peaceful soul and some people used that to their own advantage in a very brutal way to extort money from him. For crying out loud, he was also human and not immortal and sometimes he responded to all the lies that were told about him the only way a human being could. May his soul rest in perfect peace ❤❤❤

MJ gave everything. And yet the critics always demanded more. He was so far above them and needed to ignore them and their envy. MJ lived out his calling and was truly a blessing to the world. ❤❤❤

He didn't lose the wider audience...the American audience lost him

Legend never dies MJ is living in our Hearts ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Michael Jackson's story is heartbreaking and tearful. It's a pity that you've lived a difficult life because you're so famous. May you rest in peace in heaven.. I will not forget you, the eternal king of pop. RIP Michael Jackson

I love ❤️ Micheal Jackson. He was a humanitarian, socially conscious, and let's not forget, the greatest entertainer of all time, to this day. 😢 in my opinion, he was murdered and set up. He is missed and loved by billions ❤ all over the world 🌎 a talent unmatched. The first to get an Emmy award for a 4 minute segment for the live performance of billie Jean. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

Let's be honest about all of his music being good and his ability to adapt with the era

Michael Jackson's fan base and following never declined, As has already passed 14 years ago he's still making new fans every single day and what's even more crazy is that more and more King of Pop fans are still being born ,So this documentary and its one sided comments cannot change that . Michael Jackson is the Greatest !!!!!!!

Invincible is one of my favourite albums, I got it in 2001. It's so unfair what the media did to MJ.

Billie Jean was epic! I was in college at that time, we watched daily I’m sure. He was a force to contend with. He was ready, the public was not. God Bless his soul. Hoping he is resting well, bc he worked so so hard and so much to answer to in his life.

Rip MJ there will never be no one close to him

Michael vzpomínat na tebe budu navždy. Ty jsi byl světlo a naděje naší Planety, ale brzy zhaslo . Za to jsi tu zanechal nesmazatelnou stopu a odkaz. Děkuji že jsi tu byl.

I am a MJ fan 4life... those so-called "unpopular" songs are some of my favorites. Invincible has some of my favorite songs... Blood On The Dancefloor is a great listening experience and History was my wake up call. As a 90s baby I love the MJ I came to know.

The Legend lives on...will always ❤ love him no matter what ....his LEGACY will continue 4ever...as long as we live.

I mean he’s literally all your pop stars rock stars favorite icon. He was on a field and level of his own. The way he’s influenced our pop culture is just beyond. There’s a reason why literally millions and millions of people still love him today. He was so unique and extremely talented and genuine ❤ Also even if you were not a fan you can’t help but sing and feel his music

I really just can't believe Michael Jackson is gone...R.I.P.❤️💔🙏🏿🕊️🕊️

Michael Jackson is an amazing artist a great entertainer great singer and dancer he is one of a kind and a legend i will never forget MJ I love you more. I miss you all the time MJ ♥️ xxxxx

Thank you for highlighting the good times. Michael Jackson changed my life! The Greatest Of All Time

Anyone who thinks he's guilty after hes been proven innocent you should be ashamed of yourselves, and those actors who has are already proven to be liars. And they also admitted they were forced to lie., and if you still think hes guilty, then anyone can accuse you of being guilty..hope they do..before a trial. No need for trials,,

Michael Jackson will Always live in our ❤ He is the Greatest ENTERTAINER WHO lived . ....

Wow, what an insight into the music and life of Michael Jackson. Great documentary. Just how much can one man take. If only the press had found something better to do with their time and just left him alone. False allegations and all. Maybe report on the millions of dollars he gave to charity around the world? The world has lost a precious gift never to be replaced. I love you Michael. Always and forever. Remember that.

I personally rate Bad, the album together with the tour as his best.

he was still the BEST until the end, PERIOD!!!!!!!!!

Invicible had the best ballads of Michaels full career.

I truly hope that Michael has finally found comfort and love in the arms of angels. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with the world. You are missed and truly loved. If anyone deserves to have found true peace it was Michael. Bless you and rest peacefully. ✌️🩷🙏🏼🕊

Can’t believe today makes 13 years since he left this earth, I was in the 9th grade at the time of his passing so I only got to experience the Invincible era as a child but the impact Michael made on the music/entertainment industry can never be replicated. I hope somewhere down the line that we get documentaries for Thriller, History, and Invincible like how they did with the Bad 25 anniversary documentary. I would definitely love one for Invincible because I’ve heard that there was so much drama and roadblocks leading up to its release that I’d like to see discussed much more

There is no better than him, Michael Jackson is the Boss, the King. he is irreplaceable today and forever

Michael Jackson was the greatest musician/entertainer/dancer to ever walk the face of the earth period..He was one thousand Light years ahead of the rest, incomparable no one comes close..we were lucky to have witness this genius

MJ was a Genius in Music from a very early age!! King of POP!!❤❤🎤🎼🎼