Posted July 28, 200915 yr AFTER JACKSON DEATH KANYE WEST DECLARES HIMSELF NEW KING OF POP June 29 2009 Los Angeles, CA – With tributes continuing to pour in for Michael Jackson questions about his life, his death, and his legacy also continue to mount. It is unlikely that the first two topics will ever be covered to full satisfaction but the latter is a different story entirely. Though Jackson hadn’t produced much music in the last fifteen years, and his most influential for more than twenty, his influence and standing in the musical and cultural world are unmatched. With his death now sinking in as a reality fans and the music industry are looking for a successor to his throne, and one man feels he has found it. Since he first burst onto the scene in 2004 Kanye West has been one of the most influential and best-selling music artists in the world. With such smashes as ‘Jesus Walks’, ‘Gold Digger’, and ‘Flashing Lights’, West’s impact on the music scene has been enormous. Though hugely popular, few would compare his success to the success Michael Jackson enjoyed in his early days. Amongst those few is West himself who has declared himself the successor to Jackson’s legacy and the new ‘King of Pop’. “You know everyone loves and respects Michael but times change. It’s so sad to see Michael gone but it makes a path for a new King of Pop and I’m willing to take that on. There’s nobody who can match me in sales and in kanye west respect so it only makes sense for me to take over Michael’s crown and become the new King,” said West. “First there was Elvis, then there was Michael, now in the 21st century its Kanye’s time to rule. I have nothing but respect for Michael but someone needs to pick up where he left off and there’s nobody better than me to do that. I am the new King of Pop.” Jackson earned the nickname ‘King of Pop’ after a comment from Elizabeth Taylor. Officially there is no monarchy for music of any kind and hence no line of succession. “Monarchies can pass to non-blood relatives but only in very rare circumstances. In the case of musical monarchies it is really just a marketing title and has nothing to do with a ruling class or managing people or organizational structures. There really isn’t a need to declare anyone else the new King because it isn’t a real position but I guess if West wants to claim the title then all power to him,” said Scrape TV Entertainment analyst Tracey Temple. “It is a little soon to claim that title and that may irritate a few people. It’s not like the people will revolt and the kingdom will collapse if someone isn’t right there to pick up the sceptre and continue the rule. I’m sure the Jackson family won’t be too happy with the news.” West has reportedly tried to make contact with members of the Jackson clan to obtain official permission to use the title but has thus far received no response. It is believed the family is mourning the death of their loved one and have given little thought to the line of succession. “We’ll have to wait and see what Jackson’s will shows about who he felt should take kanye west over for him but that of course may not be legally binding. In traditional monarchies if someone other than the first born is to take over then the King or Queen has to make that clear and have it written out. In the case of these kinds of informal ruling classes there aren’t any hard and fast rules and that may become one of the many legal issues that will have to be worked out,” continued Temple. “Of course the question then becomes whether or not Kanye West is deserving of the title and what kind of ruler he will be. It’s unlikely that he will follow Jackson’s type of career path but he is well on his way to his own form of eccentricity which accompanies many monarchs. In that respect he may follow Jackson, though musically that is a different question entirely.” West made his declaration in an all caps statement issued to all major media outlets.Source: http://scrapetv.com/News/News%20Pages/Ente...-your-side.html So do you agree that Kanye West is the right man to take the "King of Pop" crown? Who do you think will be crowned next "King of Pop"?
July 28, 200915 yr I don't see why he shouldn't tbh. I don't think there's anyone else around at the moment who could be called that really and there's no denying that he's had a massive impact on the current music scene. In my eyes he can do no wrong. :wub:
July 28, 200915 yr He's Got A Big Ego, Such A Huge Ego. But I Love His Big Ego! Doesn't the "King" title go to the prince? Justin Timberlake?
July 28, 200915 yr I wouldn't really class Kanye West as Pop music, but since he's started using the vocoder effects his music has definitely become a lot more of a crossover between pop and hip-hop. But yes, if someone is going to step into MJ's shoes then it's him or Justin Timberlake...
July 28, 200915 yr There isn't really anyone worth being called the 'King Of Pop' at the moment, there isn't a big male popstar around. Kanye isn't really a Pop artist either. However, he probably is my favourite male artist out there at the moment. He's managed to feature on my fave song of 2008 (American Boy) and my current favourite of 2009 (Knock You Down) so he must be doing something right. (for me at least) :wub:
July 28, 200915 yr I wouldn't class his music under the 'Pop' genre so for me it isn't right to label him the new 'King of Pop'. As Theo said it's R&B/Hip-Hop... I can't think of a current male POP artist who deserves such a great title. :huh: Edited July 28, 200915 yr by Jamieed
July 28, 200915 yr He's not suited to be the next King of Pop, as he's not exactly pop artist. Justin Timberlake will be the next one, I predict.
July 28, 200915 yr There's no male pop artist at the moment good enough to be called the King Of Pop. Just no-one. Justin is probably the closest, but he hasn't had a deacent song for years (off his own back, anyway), he's all smoke and mirrors as far as I'm concerned. Don't think he has a huge amount to him.
July 29, 200915 yr I seriously think Kanye's a Hip-POP artist. I don't think he deserves it, even though I absolutely adore the man and he's my favourite male artist (alive, obviously Michael was and always will be my all time favourite artist), and he's had a great impact on music, he hasn't had any where near the impact Michael had. We're all forgetting, popular music has *really* only just started out, not even 100 years ago, we've got thousands to go. We may not find another 'Michael' or 'Frank' or 'Elvis' for thousands of years. It may just be the way the cookie crumbles.
July 29, 200915 yr What an absolute PRICK this guy is... And the fact that he's actually referring to himself in the THIRD PERSON as well.... Jesus, what a total fukkin' egomaniac..... This guy's ego would make Bono blush.... Someone, PLEASE, thump some sense into this guy..... <_<
July 29, 200915 yr I really dislike him, he's got no right to be "King of Pop" either. He doesn't have the chart success in this country to be labelled King of Pop. Michael Jackson had consistent worldwide success whereas Kanye's had what? Two number ones, a smattering of top tens and quite afew dodgy tracks missing the top20. He does't have the chart history for this claim and should get lost. Edited July 29, 200915 yr by seejayjee
July 29, 200915 yr I love Yeezy, but he's delusional. LOL. He's a huge star, no doubt, but I don't think any recent pop star has had an impact similar to that of Michael Jackson. Justin may end up taking the crown, but he's not interested in making another album for a while so he may not exactly have the body of work. Anyway, I don't take him seriously, and I don't think anyone should. He always gets ripped on his ego, and I think he uses it to further publicity. His records are crazy (in a good way), though.
July 29, 200915 yr I love Kanye lots, he keeps getting better and better really :wub: And how could Justin be the new King of pop after only one very good album (the first one wasn't great at all by MJ standards)?
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