10 unforgettable Michael Jackson collaborations

Last time we looked at Michael Jordan, and today we’ll look at the other MJ, Michael Jackson.

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Michael Jackson was one of the greatest artist/entertainers of all time and he happened to have lived during our lifetimes. We were lucky to have been affected and influenced by his music. No matter what else happened in his life, the music he gave to the world was one of the greatest gifts of all. It’s strange to be writing about him in the past tense since he had always been such a big part of our lives. But we must accept the realities of life, and try to remember him for what he has given us.

Will there ever be anyone like Michael? Will there ever be anyone greater than Michael? It’s difficult to imagine. No matter what the answer to that is, there will never be anyone who will make us feel like Michael did.

Michael’s influence in music goes far and wide. An entire generation of artists grew up with his music, including Usher, Justin Timberlake, Boyz II Men, and artists of all different genres. Michael also led many humanitarian efforts, championing causes and marshaling other artists to his aid. Through his many projects he has gained many friends.

Here today we present a few videos of Michael and his friends. Some are immediately recognizable while others might have been forgotten. Either way this is Michael at his best, and how we should always remember him.

#10 Michael Jackson with 3T

3T are the 3 sons of Tito Jackson who formed a R&B group. The song is pleasant, but the boys wear way too much makeup in the video. What’s the deal with their eyebrows?

#9 Michael Jackson with Boyz II Men

Boyz II Men perform two of Michael’s songs “Heal the world” and “We are the world”, with Michael himself joining the act towards the end.

#8 Michael Jackson with N’SYNC

Michael was no doubt a big influence on Justin Timberlake, especially his dancing. Here we have a short Michael Jackson dance with N’SYNC

#7 Michael Jackson with Usher and Chris Tucker

Michael performs “You rock my world”, joined by Usher and Chris Tucker towards the end. Next to Michael, Usher’s moves don’t look so smooth anymore.

#6 Michael Jackson with Slash

A combined performance of “Black or white”. Slash definitely holds his own in this show.

#5 Michael Jackson with Britney Spears

Britney Spears should be honored to appear on the same stage with an artist of Michael’s Caliber. Pretty interesting duet of “The way you make me feel” Britney does a decent job of it.

#4 Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney

Michael and Paul are the Robin hoods in this funny music video. The only music video made from their three collaborations together.

#3 Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson

Still the most expensive music video ever made at $7,000,000. It was made in retaliation against the child molestation accusations against Michael. One of the few collaborations of the two siblings.

#2Michael Jackson and friends

This is the “What more can we give” performance. It was meant to raise money for charities in response to the 9/11 attacks. This song featured artists such as Carlos Santana, Beyonce, Celion Dion, Usher, Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, and many others. The full cast can be seen here.

#1 Michael Jackson and friends

This is the “We are the world” video. This shows how great Michael was in terms of gaining support for his causes. This video featured Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, Willie Nelson, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ray Charles among many others. The full cast can be seen here.

Bonus clips

Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney

Another great collaboration but no music video, just the song.

Janet Jackson and Michael?

Believe it or not, the voice is Janet, but slowed down to sound exactly like Michael’s. Weird but true. So I guess we’ll be hearing many more songs from “Michael” in the near future.

RIP Michael Jackson

The best 10 of Michael Jordan’s lessons for young athletes

Michael Jordan. Basketball player. Leader. Role model. World champion. Hero.

Many titles have been given to him. Many titles he has earned. But what he is now more than anything else is a business man. His Air Jordan line of basketball shoes are among the most coveted possessions for young basketball players. Typical of how he was during his playing career, he will always be outstanding, even as a businessman.

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The best aspect of his Air Jordan brand are the messages delivered through its advertising and marketing. He has managed to pull together big time sports stars such as Ray Allen, Carmelo Anthony, Rip Hamilton, Derek Jeter, and Chris Paul to support his brand. However, these sports stars are not just promoting the clothing or the shoes, they are promoting the philosophy behind the clothing, which is the philosophy behind Michael Jordan.

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Each of the commercials has a distinct message, narrated by Jordan himself. He uses nuggets of wisdom learned during his career as positive and motivating messages for the current generation of athletes. We no longer become like Mike simply by buying a pair of shoes, now we must look beyond the superficial, and dig deep within ourselves to discover the inner strength that drove Michael Jordan to the top of the basketball world.

These clips are much more than commercials, they together create a set of ideas we all should live by. Therefore I have compiled them into a list for easy referencing. Please leave any comments or feedback in the comments box, would love to hear back from other MJ fans. And subscribe to this blog to get the latest MJ posts!

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What if?

What if there was no fame and fortune? What if all the fans and media were gone? What if all Michael Jordan ever became was a regular basketball player. Would he still do what he did? There’s no doubt.

When young children are asked why they want to become sports stars, often they will mention money and fame. What they don’t understand about someone like Michael Jordan is that he was always focused on one thing, becoming a better basketball player. The fame and fortune only followed his successes on the court.

Tell me

Tell me I can’t do it. I want you to. Because then I can prove you wrong.

Despite all the loving fans, the people Michael Jordan listened to the most were his biggest critics. When they said he couldn’t play defense, he won the defensive player of the year. When they said he couldn’t win a championship, he won three in a row. Again and again he shut his critics by proving to them he could do what he wanted to do by putting his heart into it. That is a valuable lesson for any kid to learn.

Heart

Heart is what truly drives you to get to where  you want to go. It’s what gets you through the tough days, and it’s what will bring you to the top.

They say it’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog. And that is true, especially in sports. Michael has proven time and time again that heart can triumph over physical limitations. He played with the flu, he played when hurt, he even played after his father’s murder. But all those difficulties never changed his passion for competition and his heart for the game.

Let your game speak

Everyone has critics. You can either argue with them, or let your game speak louder than you ever can.

Instead of letting critics tear you down, use them as a force to motivate you to go further.

Maybe

Maybe he made things seem too easy. Maybe his accomplishments are too great to ever surpass. Maybe there will never be anyone better. Or maybe you are just making excuses.

Look me in the eye

Don’t be scared of what you will become, be scared of what you won’t become. Know who you are inside, and don’t let anyone stop you from being who you truly are.

Clocktower

No one gets to the top the easy way. Everyone has to put in the hours and the hard work. Fairy tales only happen in movies.

Break to build

To get to the next level, you have to push your body to the limit. Push until you can’t push no more, and then you will get there.

What is love?

What does it mean to truly love the game? It means not being to live without it, and appreciating every moment of it, even the difficult ones.

Failure

He has failed at every point in his life. Yet those failures never stopped him from trying again and again. It is through his failures that he has succeeded beyond imagination.

Bonus clips

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Frozen moment

This is a beautifully made commercial. Captures the beauty of those truly special moments in sports.

Michael Jordan has taught the world many things. He has taught the world how basketball should be played. He has taught the world how to be a great athlete and a good role model. But most importantly, he has taught us how to become better than we are.

More than mere entertainment, sports and the athletes who play them, offer us great lessons on life, if we choose to receive them.

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The best 10 funniest TV news Freudian slips

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It’s a very hard job being a TV news anchor. You have to sit all nice and straight behind a big desk while shuffling what looks like blank papers and reading words off a screen in front of you. How do they do it all? It boggles the mind…

The toughest part of the job may not reading all the words, but rather being aware of  all the naughty and fun words you can’t say. It’s like trying to not think of the pink elephant, sometimes it’s just not possible. Which leads to a perfect opportunity for the Freudian slip.

What is a Freudian slip?

The idea of the Freudian slip comes from the Austrian neurologist Sigmund Freud. Freud developed a field in neurology called psychoanalysis.  The theory behind it is that these unconscious slips of the tongue are caused by the thoughts in your unconscious bubbling to the surface and showing its presence. And what better time for such a slip is there then on live national news?

At least we found out that those news anchors aren’t so different from you and me. Our minds are all in the gutters from time to time.

Now the best 10 TV news Freudian slips online!

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#10 Cunt

It’s a terrible for a man to call a woman the C word. But how bad is it when a woman does it to another woman, and TWICE!

#9 Male cunt

Hmm… maybe calling a guy a cunt on TV is okay. At least he takes responsibility for it.

#8 Ass cream

You scream, I scream, everyone screams for ass cream?

#7 Indian condoms

This was just a mine field waiting to blow up in his face.

#6 Gay climber

Gay or blind, it’s all the same to her!

#5 Detroit hater

Comon, at least don’t diss them on live tv.

#4 Black fags

This woman is very specific when it comes to the types of fags she chooses.

#3 Jacking off

She hasn’t gotten some lately, so she’s thinking about doing it herself.

#2 He’s got gas

He’s very honest about it. I think we all should be.

#2 Top cocks

She doesn’t go for the regular cocks, she needs the top cock.

#1 Blowjobs

I’ve always wondered what kind of blow jobs J Lo would get.

Bonus clip

Getting head on live tv, from an old guy.

Ewwwww…..