Michael Sends Message To NRJ Awards

Saturday, January 26th 2008

Michael was rumoured to be attending the NRJ Music Awards show in Cannes, France, this weekend to receive a lifetime achievement award. However, the host announced that unfortunately he could not attend, but that he had sent a video message to his fans in France, and around the world.

In the message Michael spoke of his ‘Thriller 25’ project, and his continuing work in music, promising great things.

Watch Michael’s message:

Below is a transcript of his message:

“Hello to all my friends in France. Though I couldn’t be there in person tonight to accept this prestigious award, I’m so happy to have the chance to send this message to let all my French fans know how much your support has meant throughout the years.

It’s hard to believe that 25 years ago, Quincy Jones and I embarked on an album named ‘Thriller’. To be able to say that ‘Thriller’ still holds the record as the biggest selling album of all time is just mind blowing. I have you my fans throughout the world to thank for this achievement.

Though this award tonight honours me for my lifetime achievements, there is still much more to come from Michael Jackson. My passion for music has never stopped. And for those who don’t know, I’ve been in the studio recording Thriller 25th Anniversary album with a lot of surprise guests. It’s my hope that ‘Thriller’ continues to live on for each new generation to discover.

So thank you TF1 and NRJ for this very special award. It means so much to me to be honoured by you. And thank you, the fans. I love you from the bottom of my heart and I hope to see you very soon. I love you. God bless you.”

Source: MJWN, with special thanks to Diane Koani