Phonte writes his truth on Micheal Jackson's memory

Obviously we're all aware that Micheal Jackson is no longer with us. I've always had mixed feelings about the guy and his freaky, alien-like, over-modified face -- but Phonte has made me rethink a few of my opinions. This is one of the most succinct and well put thoughts that I've heard since last Thursday. Read on and see if you don't agree:

My Hero Ain't Molest Them Bitch Ass Kids:

Phonte's teary-eyed tribute to The King

I haven't been compelled to blog in a long time.

In an era where everybody is twittering and text-messaging their lives away, a well-thought out essay that extends past 140 characters is quickly becoming a thing of the past.

But when our universe lost its brightest star on June 25, 2009, I felt a deep, overwhelming sadness that I haven't experienced in many years and I felt moved to say....something.

My hero, Michael Joseph Jackson, is dead. read more »