Michael’s definition of SOUL began like this:

“THE BLACK TRADITION IS A TRADITION OF SOUL WHICH IS A GIFT OF LOVE AND JOY.  SOUL IS THE MOST PRECIOUS THING YOU CAN SHARE BECAUSE YOU’RE SHARING YOURSELF AND THE WORLD NEEDS THAT GIFT NOW MORE THAN EVER.  THE CHILD WITH AIDS IN THE GHETTO IS WAITING FOR YOU ALONG WITH THE STARVING PEOPLE IN AFRICA…AND EVERYONE ELSE WHO NEEDS HEALING.  MAKE THE WORLD A MORE BEAUTIFUL PLACE BY SHARING WITH ME THE WONDERFUL FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOUR SOUL IS LIFTED UP TO BECOME PURE LOVE.” 

       With his long, deep, vulnerable, humbling bows, hands clasped, head bowed, often down on one or both knees, arms outstretched, Michael offered himself to his FANS.  He offered his very soul to all who were fortunate to cross his unique path.  He was PATHOS INCARNATE:  possessing the quality of power in his music, storytelling, dance…all forms of his creative expression which evoked feelings of compassion and sympathy in others.

HEAVEN IS HERE

You and I were never separate

It’s just an illusion

Wrought by the magical lens of

Perception

There is only one Wholeness

Only one Mind

We are like ripples

In the vast Ocean of Consciousness

The birds, the bees

The infinite galaxies

Rivers, Mountains

Clouds and Valleys

Are all a pulsating pattern

Alive with cosmic energy

Full of Life, of Joy

This Universe of Mine

Don’t be afraid

To know who you are

You are much more

Than you ever imagined

You are the Sun

You are the Moon

You are the wildflower in bloom

You are the Life-throb

That pulsates, dances

From a speck of dust

To the most distant star

And you and I

Were never separate

It’s just an illusion

Wrought by the magical lens of

Perception

Let us celebrate

The Joy of Life

Let us dance

The Dance of Creation

Michael Jackson  DANCING THE DREAM

Yes, Michael evoked feelings of compassion.  But, it doesn’t end there, for Michael was a teacher.  He used the tools he had been given.  HE WAS CHOSEN.  Lessons came in many forms and were delivered to masses of people on every corner of the planet.  His art taught us how to live.  He believed in our power to make change.  Michael’s entire life was an art form.  Much was stunningly beautiful; his songs, his dance, his films, his performances, HE himself, his astounding good looks and sensuality and sexuality.  And, there was pathos evoked by great tragedy.

THE SUFFERING SERVANT

God uses the Suffering Servant to do what we cannot do.  The Suffering Servant remains silent and follows his destiny.  The Suffering Servant takes all the consequences in his single purpose which will not stop in his pursuit and willingly chooses to do what God wants.  (“What is it you want me to do next, God?”  Michael Jackson.)  We thought his punishment was for his sins, but he was bruised and wounded for our sins.  He was oppressed, yet he never said a word.  It was the Lord’s plan to bruise him and fill him with grief.  This righteous servant will make many to be righteous  before God.  He has poured out his soul unto death…ISAIAH 53 (This is the passage Michael was reading on his way to court in 2005 to hear the verdict.) 

The totality of Michael’s soul and pathos has brought about massive creativity from every possible corridor of life.  Music, art, speeches, dance, film, tributes, articles, books, poetry, blogs, activist groups….all inspired by THE ORIGINAL.  In my lifetime, I have never before witnessed such a prolonged, vibrant, authentic and passionate outpouring of LOVE ART.  People from all over the world continue to be connected because of MICHAEL JACKSON.  It now reaches FIVE AND A HALF decades of work.  And, there are no indications that it is slowing down.  On the contrary, it is a speeding train.  The energy is boundless.  Speaking from my little corner of the world, I have seen a surge of interest in MICHAELJACKSONCHOSENVOICES.COM.  I am surprised daily by the spirituality and limitless love.

Michael provides me each day with THERAPY FOR MY SOUL.  When I get stuck, when I am discouraged, when I feel defeated, Michael feeds my creative spirit and gives me the strength I need with his artistry and his inexhaustible humanitarian role model. He inspires me to be better.  He excites me with his visionary talents.  HE IS MY INSTANT ANTI-DEPRESSANT.  With Michael, I discover MAGIC AND MYSTERY AND WONDER all over again.  I return to the fantastical world of my childhood.  And, at the same time, feel the passion of a woman.  I find a sense of purpose for my writing, and for my attempts to give what I can to a world that needs it badly.

Let me give you a glimpse into the creative works of others who move in the world of Michael Jackson.  Each of these women have been given great talent in writing and art and I have been blessed to be allowed to share in their respective worlds.  Heaven, Michelle, Siren, Brenda, Mimi, and Liz  have all been hugely generous in sharing their art with me and with you.  Each of these women have inspired, just as all of us are inspired by Michael.

Elizabeth Michelle Billeaudeaux  AN ANGEL AMONG US…We Called Him Michael Jackson and MICHAEL IN MY LIFE

DEAR MICHAEL Messenger of Love  Elizabeth Johnson

ART AND SOUL

A Spiritual Tribute

by Siren

This book is a personal tribute to an incredible inspiration, spiritual teacher, and the greatest example of Universal Love of our time.

I’ll never let You part,

For You’re always in my heart…

FOREVER LOVED

Brenda Jenkyns and Kathy O’Garren

Michael Jackson’s message of Love, peace, and tolerance changed our lives forever.  We hope that FOREVER LOVED, and our previous book, EVER AFTER, will contribute in a small way to help his legacy continue to change the lives of future generations.

MICHAELUNA

A Magical Romance

Story by Heaven Leigh

Illustrations by Mimi O’Garren

MICHAELUNA is a beautifully illustrated Fairy Tale that asks: What if Michael’s muse was a real being, watching over and inspiring him, as she had done for great musicians down through the ages?  But, something unexpected happened when she began her musical relationship with him.  Magical and confusing feelings disrupted the realm of this heavenly goddess of song.  She fell hopelessly and impossibly in love.  Wouldn’t you?

No one can explain Michael Jackson better than MICHAEL JACKSON.  And so, My Dear, DEAR Friends…I always ask myself when I am writing to you…WHAT WOULD MICHAEL SAY…WHAT WOULD MICHAEL DO?

“Thank you very, very much, Prince Albert.  I am incredibly honored to be chosen to receive his award.  I’d like to thank the World Music Awards and, especially, THE FANS!  You are the reason that I continue to do what I do.  I’ve been performing since I was five years old, so I haven’t had what you’d call an ordinary life.  But, I’ve been blessed with so many extraordinary opportunities and so many wonderful friends all over the world, that I wouldn’t change a minute of it.  Really!  I love you more!  I’m so proud.  I thank God.  I’m so proud that God gave me the gift of song and the world gave me the opportunity to be heard through music.  And, it’s because of moments like this, I can say with all my heart that I’m proud to be an entertainer.  And, YOU AIN’T SEEN NOTHIN YET!  I LOVE YOU.”  Michael Jackson Artist of the Millennium Award 2000 World Music Awardshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znKQtBCAlqQ

I love you, My Dear Friends.  Thank you for all YOU do to PAY MICHAEL FORWARD, being an activist in protecting Michael’s life and legacy.

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YOURstory  Please take a moment to read the amazing, profound and loving comments you have shared…I am always so very grateful when I can read YOURstories and learn from them.  YOU INSPIRE ME.  I LOVE YOU!  Jude

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