Salluz Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 History Even before Michael Jackson died, fans of other (highly-talented) musicians have used him as a standard of comparison. There may be a select few that can actually compare to MJ, but who, and why? In terms of writing music alone, it's possible to say, perhaps, Quincy Jones or Stevie Wonder compare (Quincy may be better). We could go as far as contrasting MJ to classical composers, who were pioneers in their own respect. Although their music theory may be more skilled or complex, they're incomparable, and to add, MJ could easily follow their talent by ear. Otherwise, I can't think of any MODERN artist who truly outshines or even compares to Michael. Ability Music is the core of MJ's productions, but not the only aspect. Michael Jackson was also esteemed for his amazing dance ability, his mind-blowing videos and his ongoing inspiration. So, in order to compare anyone to MJ, you have to know what he does: Michael's talent: Singer (yes, the voice is an instrument, see below) Songwriter Lyricist Dancer/Choreographer Producer Arranger/Composer Performer Instrumentalist (vocals/beatbox, piano, guitar, drums, keyboard) Director Actor Before there are any comparisons, we first have to consider this: what did Michael Jackson do himself? Yes, at times he did cover and perform songs that others wrote, but that does not discredit him as an artist; he was simply working with others. However, here's a list of songs written by Michael Jackson. Comparison List of people compared to Mike (by media or society): Beethoven (might be better @ composition but he was only a composer) Stevie Wonder (fair) Prince (lol) The Beatles (nah) Elvis (lmao) Justin Timberlake (rofl) Lady Gaga (WTF) Chris Brown, pre-domestic violence (R U kidding?) Justin Bieber (heads will roll) The most common comparisons are MJ vs Elvis Presley and MJ vs Prince Rogers Nelson, known as "Prince" or the androgynous symbol "O(+>" MJ > Prince > Elvis. MJ > Elvis is self-explanatory (owned the man AND married his daughter), but MJ > Prince, though commonly known, involves a bit of knowledge. I could get to the gritty right now, however, a few sources will suffice: Interesting links Why MJ is really, really Bad A BIG boo-boo on Prince's part! Invited musician Prince, who would have had a part in which he and Michael Jackson sang to each other, did not attend the recording session.[11] The reason given for his absence has varied. One newspaper claimed that the singer did not want to record with other acts.[12] Another report, from the time of "We Are the World"'s recording, suggested that the musician did not want to partake in the session because organizer Bob Geldof called him a "creep".[13] Prince did, however, donate an exclusive track, "4 The Tears In Your Eyes", for the We Are the World album Point: maybe someday, but right now, no one touches MJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Strader Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Please click one of the Quick Reply icons in the posts above to activate Quick Reply. ..................what? Prince Hah, I never knew that! That sounds like something Prince would do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollgagh Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 oh ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Coop Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Briggs Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 (might be better @ composition but he was only a composer)(fair) (lol) (nah) (lmao) (rofl) (wtf) (r u kidding?) (heads will roll) so now we're supporting opinions with other opinions eh INARGUABLE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleck Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 I'm goin' bearzerk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EC2151 Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Ok, ok, point taken. However, can we still compare other artists to MJ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Coop Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 As long as you have the proper forms filled out, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salluz Posted September 6, 2010 Author Share Posted September 6, 2010 I knew that this would happen. Lemme think about that chthonic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 The real question is why does it bother you so much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillRock Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Everyones going to compare everyone to MJ, he's one of the musicians thats set the standard for all the music we listen too. The same goes for The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Elvis Presley etc. He's going to be compared with all the most popular musicians of all time and those that are currently headlining all the media and music charts because he's done the same before or after them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deep Thought Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 I can't think of any MODERN artist who truly outshines or even compares to Michael...maybe someday, but right now, no one touches MJ. Bob Dylan. He was a natural at composing popular music. Granted he's not the greatest singer in the world, and even he's had his controversies, but he still counters the fact that (dare I say it) Michael Jackson's not... that... great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 On the contrary of popular belief, having multiple professions doesn't qualify as talent. If the person is good at everything, that is a different matter. Not really his biggest listener, but I'm sure "Jacko" pioneered many things that made him supposedly great. He was a man that truly worked hard in what he did, whether it was his music or his dancing. He was an honest worker who deserved his fame and fortune. Still, claiming he was better or comparing him with artists of older periods is pretty silly and pointless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moseph Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 If Michael Jackson had been a painter, he'd have been better than Rembrandt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceansAndrew Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Salluz > MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Briggs Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 bad tuna > mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcana Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Why do you WTF and Heads will Roll at the idea of someone like Lady Gaga or Justin Beiber being compared to Michael Jackson? They are successful musicians who are young and have a lot of skill in singing, dancing, and putting on a show - isn't that a huge start? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Author Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 And when it comes to comparing, you can compare anything to anything else. Like apples and MJ. The comparison will be obvious, but it is still a valid comparison. Sticking to humans involved in music, the comparison is a lot more interesting. Hell, have fun and compare Mozart and MJ for a bit, you might find it interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollgagh Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Why do you WTF and Heads will Roll at the idea of someone like Lady Gaga or Justin Beiber being compared to Michael Jackson?They are successful musicians who are young and have a lot of skill in singing, dancing, and putting on a show - isn't that a huge start? I think coop's post sums it up nicely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Strader Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 You could compare James Brown to MJ because they both had fabulous woman hair and they're both dead. :3 (too soon?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuketheXjesse Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 stop comparing mj to other artists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Derrit Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 best post 2010 <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 I looked at that first post and I thought "wow, someone's butthurt." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DjMystix Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 MJ > every artist in (or was in) the world, period! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollgagh Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 this thread is goin' places Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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