by tha_farfetch » Fri Jun 26, 2009 4:51 pm
I don't think it is correct to say that Michael Jackson was the "King of Pop". I think his music fits more into the Rhythm & Blues genre. But he mixed R&B with styles like Disco, Funk, Soul, Blues and a bit of rock with the beauty that only genius performers can do. His worldwide popularity goes beyond other pioneers like Ray Charles and James Brown who were also his influences. His worldwide popularity is unimaginable, much bigger than Elvis, only comparable with Lennon.
Even though the 80s was his peak, I prefer his 70s era. One Day In Your Life, Rock With You, Ben, Off The Wall, We're Almost There, You've Got a Friend, etc are my favorites.
His 80s era was pure magic, full of unique dancing and music videos that resembled movies. This helped him become the #01 superstar that we will never have again in centuries.