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Metaphors of a Second-Hand Lion: The Legend of Michael Jackson
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Metaphors of a Second-Hand Lion: The Legend of Michael Jackson The Legend of Michael Jackson In the days of rock and roll, legends walked the earth. The stars formed from music and dance, and the greatest men and women to grace the stage were born, struggling their way through the muck and mire of preconception and tradition. It was a time of change and upheaval; the gods of rock stood side-by-side with the gods of soul to create the new sound called pop music. It is into this time that the greatest legend of pop music was born. The eighth of ten, this man began his journey side by side with his brothers and sisters. It did not take long, however, for him to step forth on his own to claim his destiny. Thus began the legend of Michael Jackson. With feet flashing and limber moves that astounded all that beheld this hero, Michael Jackson was a powerhouse of song and rhythm. His music captivated all who heard it, and his dancing was so profound and enticing that all who viewed his performances became hypnotized by his amazing skill and musical prowess. He carried two magical artifacts of incredible power. Upon his head rested the Fedora of Wonder that he would fling into the air with panache and style, causing everyone nearby to begin dancing along with this pop legend. Adorning a single hand was the Sparkling Glove, which when combined with Michael Jackson’s dancing and singing would pour powerful beams of light into his enemies, causing them to change drastically and turn them into allies. His feet were imbued with the power of rhythm; capable of performing magical dances that captured the hearts and minds of all who performed them, and investing all who watched with the need to join his dance. The combination of these powers granted Michael Jackson with enough influence and charisma to earn him the title of King of Pop. He went forth to spread the good influence of pop music and positivity throughout the world. But his rise to power would not go uncontested, for there were dark powers and evil creatures that loathed and envied pop music. Led by The Supreme Leader, a horrible monster that hated pop music and dance, these dark powers sent forth a terrible army of powerful alien creatures to destroy the Earth and enslave its people with a different form of music known as Heavy Metal, a rhythm of negativity and harm. This Heavy Metal army conquered many realms, and sent out a challenge to Michael Jackson to meet them on a field of battle to determine which brand of music would reign. Without hesitation, Michael Jackson donned his magical artifacts and went to war. Knowing he would need an army to fight the Heavy Metal aliens, but unwilling to harm those whom he defended, Michael Jackson took on the military title of Captain EO and strode into the graveyards. Calling upon his supreme rhythmic powers, he performed a powerful dance called The Thriller, animating the dead from their graves and creating an army of dancing zombies. Upon the fields of Neverland, the aliens met the zombies in battle, and the Supreme Leader struck down many zombie dancers in his fury. But Michael Jackson used his Sparkling Glove and transformed dozens of aliens into beautiful creatures of goodness and light, adding them to his army of dancing zombies. Furious, the Supreme Leader lashed out with tentacles and mighty whips made of dark energy, flailing at Michael Jackson. The King of Pop quickly used his mighty dance moves, performing a dance known as The Moonwalk, and smoothly retreated away from the vicious blows. Unable to harm Michael Jackson, the Supreme Leader smashed his musical instruments against the ground and flung the pieces into the crowds of aliens, magically empowering them. The zombies lost ground, and the battle seemed lost. Michael Jackson challenged the Supreme Leader to a one-on-one battle of music, hoping to end the fight. The Supreme Leader accepted, and his screaming instruments of death blasted the area with deafening music, so loud no mortal could understand the lyrics being sung. Realizing his singing was being drowned out, Michael flung his Fedora of Wonder at the Supreme Leader, causing the guitar-wailing creature to join in with Michael’s dance. Unable to play his music and dance at the same time, the Supreme Leader conceded defeat. Peace was achieved in the music world, and everyone was happy. Michael Jackson ruled as the King of Pop, and the rhythmic balance was restored. Over the many years of his reign, his rule was challenged by many genres of music, and many more genres were created from Michael’s special brand of song and dance. But no one ever took his crown, and Michael Jackson continued to be the greatest musical entertainer of all time until the end of his days. . I wrote this story in an attempt to create a modern legend based on the Greek and Roman mythological genre. The funny thing is... I actually like heavy metal, too.  Oh yes, it's Thriller! Thriller night... . Your Friendly Neighborhood King of the Jungle, The Lion. READ THIS! ------>>>lionthatroared I DARE you to read my blog and attempt to be unchanged by sheer, utter AWESOMENESS!!! It's like Kung-Fu Panda fighting Super Models with heavy metal music pumping in the background... hyped up on Rockstar energy drinks! And... whipped cream with chocolate sprinkles! And... laser-guided sex toys are probably involved! And... and... oh, I know... I'm pretty sure Chuck Norris roundhouse-kicked it at some point! |
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