The text describes the life of Michael Jackson, from his early days as a member of the Jackson 5 to his rise as the "King of Pop." It touches on his abusive childhood, his struggles with fame and identity, and his use of plastic surgery and other means to change his appearance. The text also highlights his creative process, including his work on the albums "Off the Wall" and "Thriller," and his innovative use of music videos.
The documentary-style text also explores Jackson's personal struggles, including his addiction to painkillers and his increasingly eccentric behavior. It notes that despite his immense fame and success, Jackson's life was marked by pain, anxiety, and a sense of disconnection from reality.
Some of the key events and milestones mentioned in the text include:
* Jackson's announcement of his comeback tour in 2009, which was met with skepticism and concern from those close to him.
* His early days as a member of the Jackson 5, during which he was subjected to physical and emotional abuse by his father.
* The creation of his iconic album "Thriller," which was produced by Quincy Jones and featured the hit single "Billie Jean."
* Jackson's use of music videos as a way to showcase his creativity and tell stories, including the groundbreaking video for "Thriller."
* His struggles with pain and addiction, which began after he suffered burns during a Pepsi commercial shoot in 1984.
* His increasingly eccentric behavior, including his decision to bring a chimpanzee to a press conference and his use of a cream to depigment his skin.
Overall, the text provides a nuanced and multifaceted portrait of Michael Jackson, highlighting both his creative genius and his personal struggles.
Here are the extracted facts:
1. The event in the O2 arena took place in London, March 2009.
2. Michael Jackson announced a series of concerts at the event.
3. Michael Jackson's breakthrough occurred in the early 1970s with the Jackson 5.
4. Michael Jackson's first solo album, published in 1976, was a failure compared to the Jackson 5's successes.
5. The album "Off the Wall" was produced by Quincy Jones and featured Michael Jackson's own composition "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."
6. Michael Jackson did not know how to play any musical instruments.
7. He would record musical notes with his voice.
8. The song "Billie Jean" is Michael Jackson's own composition.
9. The album "Thriller" broke MTV rules by being the first black artist to be broadcasted constantly.
10. The "Thriller" music video was directed by John Landis and added a separate story to the song.
11. The "Thriller" album is the best-selling album of all time.
12. Michael Jackson's hair caught fire during a Pepsi commercial recording in 1984.
13. He suffered second- and third-degree burns and permanently lost parts of his hair.
14. Michael Jackson began taking Demerol to alleviate his pain after the accident.
15. Demerol is a dupe for heroin and can cause anxiety, sleep disturbance, and sudden behavior changes.
16. Michael Jackson's goal was to sell 100 million records.
17. The album "Bad" did not repeat the success of "Thriller," but most songs hit the top of the charts.
18. The "Bad" tour brought in 125 million dollars in profit.
19. Michael Jackson signed a contract with Sony Records in 1991, expected to reach a billion dollars in benefits.
20. He ended his cooperation with Quincy Jones, who persuaded him to work with rappers.
21. Michael Jackson's album "Dangerous" was advertised by a high-budget clip featuring modern technology.
22. He changed his looks again, and everyone noticed his completely pale skin.
23. The album "Dangerous" featured the hit single "Black or White," which landed on number 1 on the Billboard charts.
24. Michael Jackson became a symbol of America, like Coca-Cola or Mickey Mouse.
25. He spoke at Bill Clinton's presidency inauguration, a unique event in history.
26. Michael Jackson's first interview in years was watched live by 60 million Americans.
27. His autopsy confirmed he had vitiligo, a disease that causes depigmentation of skin.
28. He used Benoquin, a cream that depigments skin, to even out his skin tone.
29. 133 million people watched his live performance on Super Bowl in 1993.