“You didn’t earn the title, my uncle did”: Michael Jackson’s Family Furious After Rollingstone Disrespects MJ By Calling Harry Styles The New King Of Pop
Michael Jackson’s fanbase is not happy after pop artist and former One Direction member Harry Styles was given the title of ‘The New King of Pop’ in a new Rolling Stone cover story. Even Michael Jackson’s nephew, Taj Jackson, came after Rolling Stone for the cover story. Michael Jackson’s fans claim that he was the only “King of Pop” and no one can replace him. The pop singer passed away on 25 June 2009, leaving millions of fans mourning. The outlet also labeled Justin Timberlake as ‘The New King of Pop’ in 2003 after he went solo from Y2K boy band *NSYNC and released his debut album Justified.
Michael Jackson’s nephew criticized the outlet
Michael Jackson’s nephew, Taj Jackson, criticized the cover story. He cleared that he is a fan of Harry Styles‘ work but he should get his own title as ‘King of Pop’ only rightfully belongs to Michael Jackson. He tweeted,
There is no new King of Pop. You don’t own the title @RollingStone, and you didn’t earn it, my uncle did. Decades of dedication and sacrifice. The title has been retired. No disrespect to @Harry_Styles, he’s mega talented. Give him his own unique title. https://t.co/td6SSSVkfX
— Taj Jackson (@tajjackson3) August 22, 2022
This👇🏾.
Notice how they never crown someone “The new boss” or “the new king” https://t.co/sbx4Mi0Uh8— Taj Jackson (@tajjackson3) August 22, 2022
He also agreed with a tweet that accused the publication of constantly disrespecting Michael Jackson.
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The publication was accused of disrespecting Michael Jackson
The music publication received backlash for disrespecting Michael Jackson’s legacy. The late singer’s fans criticized the outlet.
even if you like Harry’s music, which I admit I do, how do you put them on the same level.
— sk (@kirkxxs) August 22, 2022
It shows their racism and disrespect. They tried the same crap with Timberlake. There is no new King Of Pop! #MJKingOfPopForever pic.twitter.com/U1zi30YiiH
— Carla Martin (@ceci_dezignz06) August 22, 2022
“the new King of Pop,” rolling stone you’re on thin ice. harry styles will never be the king of pop, there’s only one pic.twitter.com/LJtADqLHHD
— Mick🦋//michael day (@dirtydianakemp) August 23, 2022
How much did Harry Styles' team pay @RollingStone? OR did they just get a 15 year old editor with no clue?That's what I want to know because there's no justification for a music magazine to do what they're doing. Global cover star? 'King of Pop'? Why? Nothing backs this up.
— ArcadeMan 🇺🇦 (@RetroArcadeMan) August 23, 2022
Before Harry Styles, they gave the title to Justin Timberlake
In 2003, the outlet also labeled Justin Timberlake as ‘The New King of Pop’ after he left the Y2K boy band *NSYNC and released his debut album Justified. The title rightfully belongs to Michael Jackson as the late singer worked very hard and was a global sensation. He passed away on 25th June 2009 from cardiac arrest caused by a lethal combination of prescription drugs given by his personal physician, Conrad Murray. Michael Jackson’s three children, Prince, Paris, and Prince Michael II do everything to defend their father’s legacy. They actively spoke against the child molestation allegations that were put on the singer. The singer was extremely talented and changed the music industry forever.
Source: Twitter
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