Michael Jackson (a tribute)

M ichael

I  never followed your career.

C an't say I was a true fan but I listened to your music now and then.

H ow do I write a fitting tribute to the king of pop?

A  sad day it was when you died so suddenly, so tragically.

E verywhere around the world, people mourned for you.

L it candles in memory of an icon.

 

J ust a little kid when you started out.

A beautiful voice you gave to the world.

C horeography that only you could teach.

K eep singing and dancing Michael, on your journey to the stars.

S oft spoken gentle creature that you were.

O h, what a friend we had in you.

N ow may we let you rest in peace.

Reviews

[Rick Puetter]

Dear debileah,

Michael Jackson was a super-talent, but a deeply troubled individual. I fear he didn't have the strength of character to weather his fame and the unlimited possibilities that this brought. It was rather a tragic life. I'm sure he knew happiness through some of this life and successes, but for the most part I think he was a deeply sad individual.

I did not follow the funeral at all. I was not surprised to have heard of his death. Such a tragic end, however, at such a relatively young age.

The end of an era and dynasty.

Best regards,

Rick

[Katherine Hall]

Again, your acrostic style is very well used. You're clearly very familiar with it.
One typo I found, on the A line of Michael: "tragically" I think is the word you were looking for there (unless you spelled it the other way for a reason, in which case just ignore me :))
I am curious as to what other types of poems you write! Are there any other styles of which you are fond?
I look forward to reading more of your work!
~Katherine

[deeps]

he was awesome, and had an awesome career
You wrote a remarkable write here
wonderful tribute

[James Paulin]

The messsage is kind and true. You have this form of poetry well in hand. Great work!

[Lizanne]

A tribute to Michael Jackson. I am sure he would appreciate the kind words you speak of him. A contoversial, yet talented individual, who became a legend in his own time. The world fueled his fame and he continued to feed their frenzied hunger for his music.

[Su' Nacnetaf]

He must've been a great person to receive a tribute, I'm afraid I've only heard the name ocassionally. I don't know much about pop music, and I seldomly listen to the radio to know ^^
Nevertheless you speak dearly in this poem, good work.

[Michael X]

This is the first tribute to the "king of pop" Michael Jackson that I read by anyone.
An what a fitting style-ode to contribute as a beautiful sentiment that flows really well, and brings to
heart the legacy as expressed through your talented pem, Deb.