Beyoncé Posts Michael Jackson Tribute On Fifth Anniversary Of King Of Pop's Death
Beyoncé Shares Michael Jackson's Tribute
The Huffington Post UK
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Beyoncé has posted a moving tribute to Michael Jackson on her official website, on the fifth anniversary of the King of Pop’s death, ahead of the beginning of her ‘On The Run’ tour.
The pop diva shares her thoughts on Michael, who died back in 2009, revealing that, in the early stages of her career, she used to take inspiration from him, particularly an early performance of his song ‘Who’s Loving You’.
“Michael taught me that sometimes you have to forget technique, forget what you have on. If you feel silly, you have to go from the gut just let it go.
“Michael Jackson changed me, and helped me to become the artist I am thank you Michael.”
During the first date of her ‘On The Run’ tour in Miami - which she co-headlined with her rapper husband Jay Z - Beyoncé paid tribute to the iconic pop star once again, performing his Jackson 5 hit ‘I Want You Back’ in a mash-up with her signature tune ‘Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)’.
In an age when whole albums go up onto iTunes without any fanfare, it's hard to imagine a time when Michael Jackson announcing a new record would make the 6 o'clock news - but his star power meant that every step he took in his career became an event, and his fans all over the globe loved him for it. (credit:Press Association)
2. His Live Shows(02 of05)
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Being a performer since he was just a child meant that Michael was pretty much untouchable when it came to live performances. Whether it be at his tours or his iconic awards show appearances, he will always be remembered as a heavyweight of the pop world when it comes to performing live. (credit:RICK RYCROFT/AP/Press Association Images)
3. His Unique Sense Of Style(03 of05)
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True, not everything Michael Jackson wore was loved by everyone - that face-mask trend never did catch on, did it? - his unusual fashion choices were what helped propel him to pop icon status. (credit:ALIK KEPLICZ/AP/Press Association Images)
4. His Eccentricities(04 of05)
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Indubitably one of the most talked about men in the world, whether he was dangling a baby over a balcony or just hanging out with his pet monkey, Bubbles, there was always something to discuss when it came to Michael Jackson. (credit:ABACA ABACA PRESS/ABACA/Press Association Images)
5. His Extravagance(05 of05)
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Because, really, which other popstar in the world would have a full-blown theme park - complete with a ferris wheel and petting zoo - in their back gardens? Olly Murs? Ellie Goulding? Ed Sheeran? We don't think so... (credit:C3396/DPA/Press Association Images)
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