The news is official. Michael Jackson is no longer with us. I'm shocked, anxious and shocked. I actually need the night to absorb the news and have something clear to say. However, I will leave you with this: Off the Wall is my all-time favorite Jackson single. Off the Wall completely opened my door to Michael and I will love him forever for that song. It was honest, melancholy, wise, accesible, haunting and a bit upbeat. No matter how turbulent and complicated Michael's life became his talent, particularly his early talent, remains unmatched and deserves the highest praise.
Until tomorrow…
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Keith Josef Adkins is an award-winning playwright, screenwriter and social commentator.
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