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Filipino Prisoners Pay Michael Jackson Tribute

Filipino Prisoners Pay Michael Jackson Tribute

The Filipino prisoners, most famous for their YouTube video of “Thriller”, paid tribute to their idol, Michael Jackson, on Saturday.

The 1,500 dancing inmates at the Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC) practiced for nine consecutive hours Friday night/Saturday morning and only took breaks only to eat or when it rained. What dedication!!!

Check out the MJ tribute vid below!


Filipino Prison Pay Michael Jackson Tribute

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# 1

Probably no dedication, they have to do it.

# 2

lol, that’s messed up.

# 3

who cares about their dedication…this made me cry…michael has got prisoners in the philipines dancing to the music he made when he was just a child even after his death. rip michael!!!! one of the last great musical child prodigies. RIP RIP

who cares how michael died, i’m just sad we lost a musical genius. 143

# 4

Michael is the greatest I hope it will more tribute to come for him. he is the legend no one like him

# 5

i’m filipino, and i’ve been to the CPDRC (it’s become pretty much a tourist spot here)… and to comment#1, they do it, NOT because they HAVE to, but because they really enjoy it… it’s their pastime, a way to temporarily forget their worries and just have fun… they have livelihood projects, where inmates get to earn a living… save up if you will for after their stay in prison… so please don’t be so negative about the whole thing…. the place isn’t like most prisons in the US… it’s a great place for them…

# 6

I have cried to watch this. Thanks.

# 7

Are some of the prisoners dressed up as nuns?? or are those real nuns? I’m confused.

# 8

that was awesome! i shed a tears

# 9

SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!! It brought tears to my eyes. He really impacted the entire world!! NOBODY else can ever do that. He is truly loved by Millions and Millions of people! R.I.P. King M.J.

well, they’d really be enjoying life if they hadnt committed, you know, CRIMES. people do make mistakes. but still, i mean.. i doubt these are petty crimes criminals, right? i mean what are we talking here, are these murderers, rapists and armed robberers? yikes.
it’s a nice gesture. but yah, i dont get the nuns either.. and i dont get why michael has a sword.. kinda creepy.

Great video. RIP Michael

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnk7lh9M3o

They did “Thriller” fools. Aww, what a tribute. They made me cry. Michael would have been so pleased. Thanks for posting it.

you people are crying over a the death of a pedophile. nice.

omg! how beautiful, this made my cry

comment #1nine hours of practice no d-d cation?u probably from MARS. IDIOT… thank u kapwo kong pinoy, 4 ur awesome heartly,tribute to MJ,i was crying to.im sure MJ, will be performing lots of tour at the other end. REST IN PEACE.i cannot believe that ur gone….

Fabric Princess @ 06/27/2009 at 3:40 pm

@ JJ: I personally believe they CHOOSE to do this, rather than are forced to do it. Haven’t seen their “Thriller” video yet, but I rather doubt they’re forced to create music videos. If they are pushed into this type of ’service,’ I can only say that I have been moved by this particular video and am touched by their efforts.

@Claire #7: The video essentially has two musical themes running: Michael Jackson’s songs from childhood are played at the beginning while a visual salute is paid to the videos “Thriller” and “Black or White” (symbolized by the nuns outfits - black and white).

Those who have seen his music videos will recognize the dance moves from them while “Ben” and other songs are being played.

Thank you Sami, #5, for offering some insight and clarification about this prison and its policies regarding reform.

I’ll miss you, Michael Jackson, and my heart aches with your passing.

@Sami didn’t they dance before on music from MJ? I have seen something like this before, but can’t remember where it was from.
I find it impressing.

That was very touching. RIP Michael. Your music will live on. Best wishes to your children and family.

Fabric Princess @ 06/27/2009 at 3:46 pm

@ Ah #13: It’s tragic that Michael didn’t get the mental and emotional help and support he may have needed many years ago. He did not have a childhood, did not live a ‘normal’ life and paid a price for being extraordinarily talented and gifted. His conduct with children may have been inappropriate at times, but without a professional therapist or psychologist to evaluate him and understand him, it’s all too easy to make assumptions about his intentions. Keep in mind this “pedophile” created a large movie theater on his Neverland Ranch for terminally ill children, or children too sick to fully sit up, and installed special ’seats’ that were actually adjustable hospital beds so the children could watch movies while hooked up to IVs and getting their medicines or medical treatments.

I do think Michael was mentally not well for several years, but I don’t personally believe he fully intended or meant to hurt anyone. That’s just my personal opinion, since I never met him or knew him.

Thanks E, just watched Thriller also.
I like what they bring.

a realist @ 06/27/2009 at 3:51 pm

Beautiful! This is wonderful what these inmates did. God Bless Them All!

RIP Michael.

I think that’s pretty damn awesome even if they’re forced. I would rather be forced to dance than forced to do other things. LoL

Respect to these people! I bet now Michael is doing moonwalk somewhere on the moon. Rest In Piecce.

zanessa4life @ 06/27/2009 at 3:54 pm

One word: AMAZING

@Fabric Princess:

Well said! I love this video. I’ve watched it over and over and believe that MJ is smiling down from the heavens that so many people really did care about him. I was and always remained a fan.

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