Happy Birthday King of Pop

On August 29th we celebrate the birthday of a pop star who has influenced and been influenced by other royalty in the music industry. We remember Michael Jackson as the little lead vocalist with his brothers in the group The Jackson Five. In the nineteen seventies this group of five brothers rose to fame. When the boys decided to go solo to showcase their individual talents Michael Jackson's songs and dance moves touched many elevating him to the heights of pop icon.

Michael Jackson became the biggest success out of the group because he influenced generations. His music can be heard on many radio stations all over the world. His videos are still enjoyed on music television and the internet. Even children today enjoy listening to and singing along with him to bubblegum songs like, "I Want to Be Where You Are, Ben, and Candy Girl just to name a few. During the Christmas holidays children rock to his song, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Clause. Yes. This musician has left his imprint on pop culture earning him the name the King of Pop.

As an adult entertainer the next generation grew up listening to his early music with his brothers and the new solo hits. As a solo artist the King of Pop tackled some of the social issues of the time. The hit song Beat It was about gang violence while Billy Jean touched on the issue of teen pregnancy. Thriller was the first short movie type videos. You can check out the video on YouTube.

There is a lot of talk about the impression he left on the art of dance. As a powerful entertainer the King of Pop popularized his famous dance called the moonwalk. Barely touching the floor as he glided across the stage backwards ending with a double twist like an ice skater he sent screaming fans into fits of panic causing many to faint.

His genius on stage translated to his business savvy in the boardroom. To reach more fans with his music he paired with other artists and started his own production company called MJJ Productions. The King of Pop also earned actor status when he starred in the movie The Wiz with Diana Ross.

This year, Hard Rock Café is celebrating its 40th anniversary by displaying some of the most iconic music memorabilia on a mobile tour. The tour is scheduled to stop in different cities in the United States. Among the items displayed is Michael Jackson's iconic red leather jacket he wore in the music video Beat It. Unknown too many of his fans on the inside of the jacket is a backstage pass sticker from a 1983 Liza Minnelli Show.

The moonwalking King of Pop has left a memorable impression on fans around the world. He is cherished in many countries because of his remarkable talent, business savvy and childlike manner. Through his immense talent fans have enjoyed seeing him perform his many hits as the lead singer in a group and as a solo artist. Even though his life was short the work he left is still making an impression that is felt throughout the world.