My Body Gone, My Soul Remains With You

A farewell note from Michael Jackson aka Jay Nagbe Sloh

My dearest fans worldwide:

After an exciting and memorable stint with this troublesome world, I write to inform you that yesterday was my last day at work. I have left my position as King of Pop Music at Hollywood International, a "company" you and I formed and faiuthfully served over the past 45 years. I bid adieu to you - my children, my brothers, my sisters, other relatives, and - above all - my esteemed fans accross the world. But, before leaving, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know what a great and distinct pleasure it has been to sing and dance for you throughout my life. For nearly as long as I have worked here, I knew I would leave this company one day, somehow. And, now that this dream has become a reality, please know that I could not have reached this goal without your unending support. No amount of words can express my gratitude for the support expressed in many ways.

Why now?
My body needed rest, and so it is gone to where there is no more sweat, no more tears, no more painful medical drugs, no more suffering. I wanted to do my best in completing my existing responsibilities and then ensuring a smooth transition, but when the Heavenly Father calls, we must answer. He has called, and I must abandon everyone and everything to respond. This decision was not an easy one, and it took a lot of consideration. I really wanted to continue working with this wonderful "company" of ours, including a planned trip to Europe next week. However, He knows best, and I must obey His orders. I think His decision is in the best interest of all of us. Yes, my body is gone from you, but my soul and spirit remain. I have enjoyed the wonderful opportunity of working with you all. During the last 45 years, you all have provided me unflinching support and, through your encouragement and guidance, I have been able to excel easily. With many of you, I have shared a unique camaraderie which I hope will continue in the years to come, eventhough I will not be here with you anymore. I thank God for giving me such a wonderful army of supporters.

Prior notice
I could not give you prior notice of my departure because I, too, did not know His call was coming. But that's how our Father designed it. I am sure He planned it this way because He did not want all of us to suffer cardiac arrest and go together. I believe He wants to meet and greet each of us at different intervals and different times set by Him.

Place for you
I am going to prepare a place where you and I will sing and dance together again sooner than you can imagine. As I move on, I would like to take a moment to remember and cherish our times together. It has been great interacting with each of you in so many ways.

New career
Even though I will miss you all, I beg that you worry not, for I am going to start a new phase of my career - the new challenge of singing and dancing before a bigger and happier audience, which includes our Father who is in Heaven. My new assignment brings forth new challenges and adds more diverse experience to my career.

I am sorry
I admit I was not perfect as a mortal being. As such, I did somethings that anger some people. It was difficult for me to please all. Even Christ, our Savior, could not. But now that I am out of the way, I ask those who held things against me to forgive me and let go their anger. For you, too, I am going to work for a reunion that knows no anger.

Gates of Heaven
I love you all, but I must go now for our Father awaits me at the Gates of Heaven. Please don't bother responding as, at this very moment, I am in my shuttle doing a million miles per hour with the windows down.

See you, not good-bye
Remember, this is not a goodbye. It is only "hasta luego" or "see you later."




BIOGRAPHY of Michael Jackson
Culled from http://www.allmichaeljackson.com/biography.html

The Bio History of Michael Joseph Jackson began when he was born on the 29th of August 1958 in Gary, Indiana. He was the 7th of nine children. (brothers: Sigmund "Jackie", Toriano "Tito", Jermaine, Marlon, Steven "Randy", and sisters Rebbie, Janet and La-Toya JacksonMichael began his musical career at the age of 5 as the lead singer of the Jackson 5 who formed in 1964. In these early years the Jackson 5, Jackie, Jermaine,Tito,Marlon and lead singer Michael played local clubs and bars in Gary Indiana and moving further afield as there talents grew and they could compete in bigger competitions. From these early days Michael would be at the same clubs as big talented stars of there days, such as Jackie Wilson and would be learning from them even back then. In 1968 the Bobby Taylor and The Vancouvers discovered the Jackson five and from there they got an audition for Berry Gordy of Motown Records. The Jackson 5 signed for Motown and moved to California. Their first 4 singles, "I Want You Back", "ABC", "The Love You Save", and "I'll Be There" all made US No1 hits. The Jackson 5 recorded 14 albums and Michael recorded 4 solo albums with Motown. The Jackson 5 stayed with Motown until 1976, wanting more artistic freedom they felt they had to move on and signed up with Epic. The group name Jackson 5 had to be changed as it was owned by Motown, so they reverted to The Jacksons as they had be known in the early days. Brother Jermaine married Berry Gordy's daughter and stayed with Motown. Youngest brother Randy joined in his place. The Jacksons had a number of hit recordsand in total made 6 albums between the years of 1976 and 1984. In 1977 Michael made his first film debut when he starred in the musical 'The Wiz' playing Scarecrow with Diana Ross in the lead role of Dorothy. It was at this time Michael met Quincy Jones who was doing the score for the film. Michael teamed up with Quincey Jones as his producer for his first solo album with Epic Records. The album titled "Off The Wall" was a big success around the world and the first ever album to release a record breaking 4 No1 singles in the US. In 1982 Michael Jackson released the world's largest selling album of all time, 'Thriller'. This album produced 7 hit singles, breaking yet again more records, and went on to sell over 50 million copies worldwide. Michael was keen to use music video or short films as he called them to promote his singles from the album. He worked with the best directors and producers, using the latest technology and special effects.for the hit song 'Billie Jean' The short film 'Thriller' used the latest make-up artists technolgy combined with fantastic dancing and cherography, to produce a 14 minute video, with a start, a middle and an ending. So successful was this video that 'The Making Of Michael Jackson's Thriller' became the world's largest selling home video combined with soaring album sales. In 1983 Michael performed the now legendary moonwalk for the first time on the 'Motown 25 years' anniversary show. This performance alone set Michael undoubtable into the realm of a superstar.
In 1984 Michael won a record breaking 8 Grammy awards in one night. The awards were for his work on the 'Thriller' album and his work on the narrative for the 'ET Storybook'.
On December 9th 1984 at the last concert of the Jackson's Victory Tour, Michael announced he was splitting from the group and going solo.
In 1987 Michael released his much awaited third solo album, titled 'Bad', and lauched his record breaking first solo world tour. 1988, Michael wrote his first autobiography talking for the first time on his childhood and his career. At the end of the 1980s Michael was named 'Artist Of The Decade' for his success off of his 'Thriller' and 'Bad' albums. In 1991 Michael signed with Sony Music the largest ever recording contract and released his fourth solo album, 'Dangerous'. He toured world again in 1992, taking his concerts to countries that had never before been visited by a pop/rock artist. Also Michael founded the 'Heal the World Foundation' to help improve the lives of children across the world. In 1994 Michael married Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of rock legend Elvis Presley. The marriage only lasted for 19 months, as they divorced in 1996. 1995 saw Michael release a fifth solo album, 'HIStory', which was a double album, first half new material and second half half greatest hits. Michael toured again over a legs covering a 2 year period. In between legs of the tour on November 14th 1996, Michael married for his second time to Debbie Rowe who was a nurse that Michael had met in the treatment of his skin pigment disorder. Together they had their first child Prince Michael Joseph Jackson jr born on February 13 1997 and a daughter Paris Michael Katherine Jackson born on April 3rd 1998. In 1997 Michael released the remix album 'Blood On The Dance Floor' which also contained 5 new song linked with a 38min film "Ghosts". This film Michael played 5 roles using the latest special effects and make-up artistry, combined with his dance and music.In September, 2001 Michael celebrated his 30th anniversary as a solo artist with two concerts to be held in New York, USA. Many artists such as Whitney Houston, Usher, Destinys Child, Shaggy and many more performed there own and Michael Jacksons past songs. Michael then reunited with all of his brothers performed there biggest hits. Michael then went onto perform solo some of his biggest hits. In October 2001 Michael released the album 'Invincible' so far releasing only 2 singles including the big hit "You Rock My World". Since the release of this first single the album has been surrounded by rumours of a rift with Sony Music and a clear lack of promotion of the album.