The King of Pop

from his abc's
to that freaky billy jean

came a pop star 
for all to love and see

from the apollo's stage
wondered if you were ready for screaming rage

for you never had a childhood of bliss
only done what was on joseph's list

a studded white glove 
and white socks just because

a star on the hollywood walk of fame
for you sang and danced showing no shame

scandals of twisted truth
did not detour you from your missing youth

neverland was your own safari escape
who would figure your best friend would be a chimp of faith

michael may god cradle you in his arms
and basked in your king of pops worldly charm

will forever miss that porcelain smile
and always think of you on my radio dial

for now your at your heavens trial
may god forgive this lost and lonely child




In Loving Memory Of
Michael Joseph Jackson
Aug 29th 1958 - June 25th 2009

           RIP
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Spence Sr Avatar
June 30, 2009 at 10:25 AM
Hey my sister, this is an awesome tribute to “The King of Pops.” I really like the flow of the words and the message. Michael has really contributed a lot to the world of music and dancing. Great job! ~Joseph
Goodwin Avatar
June 29, 2009 at 4:03 PM
IF M.J COULD READ THIS POEM I'M SURE HE WOULD SMILE, I'M NEW TO THE POETRY SOUP WORLD SO I WAS JUST LOOKING AROUND AND READING POEMS AND IF YOU CAN PLEASE READ SOME OF MY POEMS AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK PLEASE AND THANK YOU
Devonshire Avatar
June 28, 2009 at 3:53 PM
Surely, God forgives this poor, misunderstood singer who chose to live in "neverland" to escape the outside world. You sum up his life very well, Katherine, and "Billie Jean" was absolutely awesome. One of his best! Love, Carolyn
Fraser Avatar
June 28, 2009 at 6:03 AM
Super tribute to Michael, he was a great performer>>James
Strand Avatar
June 28, 2009 at 12:28 AM
Thank for your welcome blog comments today Katherine.Rgds Brian
Wisehart Avatar
June 27, 2009 at 12:31 PM
this is amazing and so true! i love the king of pop! he will be missed! RIP Muchael!
Higgins Avatar
June 27, 2009 at 10:01 AM
He was and will forever be the best entertainer to live.
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