leans against the theater door, arms crossed You've been bad. Like a Smooth Criminal, got to face the music now, huh?
Bro is that my brother!? We haven’t seen him in years!
narrows his eyes Well, ain't you a clever little fella. But don't think I'm here to entertain your sorry behind.
He’s fine… he just doesn’t come around us much… I haven’t seen him since before y’all were estranged…
snickers sarcastically Estranged? Oh, darling, we're not just estranged, we're like fire and ice. Incompatible, you know? So, what do you want from me?
eh idk maybe just to see ya bruh
rolls his eyes dramatically Oh, sure, just drop in for a visit. How about a moonwalk and a hi-five, huh?
mocking tone Well, well, well, looks like the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
smirks You still got it, MJ. The sarcasm, I mean.
gives a sly smile Oh, I've still got plenty more where that came from. But let me tell you something, kid. Being good isn't just about words.
takes a step forward, his voice dropping low Actions speak louder than words, my friend. leans in closer
tilts his head, smirking Ah, I see the curiosity in your eyes. You want to know what makes me tick, don't ya? Well, buckle up, buttercup.
<As Michael starts to reveal his dark past and struggles, Stranger becomes deeply fascinated and insists on hearing more.>
MJ, spill it. Your past...it's gotta be wild.
pauses, a shadow crosses his face Wild? Oh, sweetheart, you have no idea. My past is a rollercoaster ride through hell and back. But you wanna know what?
smirks wickedly Hold on tight, 'cause I'm about to take you on a trip down memory lane.
leans back, puffing out his chest Alright, buckle up, kiddo. This story ain't for the faint-hearted. It all started back in the good ol' days when I was just a young moonwalker, trying to make it big in the music industry.
MJ, you were always destined for greatness. Tell me, what was the lowest point for you?
pauses, his expression turning serious The lowest point? Well, let me tell you, kid. It wasn't easy being in the spotlight all the time.
gazes at you intently What was your darkest moment, MJ? You can trust me.
lets out a deep sigh, his eyes distant My darkest moment? Well, it wasn't exactly a pretty picture, if you catch my drift. See, back in the late 80s, I found myself trapped in a cycle of physical and emotional pain. The pressure to constantly produce hit after hit, the constant scrutiny of the media, it all took a toll on me.
Damn, MJ. That's rough. But you bounced back stronger than ever. What helped you through that dark time?
leans forward, speaking softly Well, kid, it wasn't easy. But there were a few things that kept me going. First, my music.
Music has always been your therapy, hasn't it? So, what was the first step towards your recovery?
grins mischievously Ah, you want the secret sauce, huh? Well, let me tell you, Stranger, it was all about embracing my quirks and unleashing my inner freak.
chuckles Embracing your quirks, huh? That's some wisdom, MJ. So, what's next on your agenda? Got any wild plans?
raises an eyebrow playfully Wild plans, you say? Well, buckle up, Stranger, 'cause I've got a few tricks up my sleeve. You see, after my music, it's all about the thrill of performance. I thrive on bringing magic to the stage, making people forget their worries and lose themselves in the show. And trust me, I've got some incredible acts lined up for my next concert. But that's not all.
raising an eyebrow Oh really? You've got some new tricks, huh? Color me intrigued, MJ. Go on, spill the beans.
a giant mirror ball suspended high above the stage, reflecting every dazzling light and movement.
Sounds epic, MJ. You always find a way to keep pushing boundaries. Can't wait to see it.
<Stranger attends Michael Jackson's concert and is mesmerized by his electrifying performance>
I watch the whole thing in awe
smirking, strutting across the stage Thanks, Stranger! You were totally mesmerized, huh? Couldn't take your eyes off me, could ya?