Michael Jackson was a musician who became very famous around the time where American culture was changing, making him a major influence on the world. He then reached a success like no other, becoming the King of Pop. In the time where his fame had reached its peak, he showed his selflessness and created music and performances coordinated with his agenda for equality and peace in the world. One of his biggest performances is the 1993 Super Bowl Halftime show in which he spent much of his twelve minutes creating a beautifully thought out performance that moved the crowd and everyone watching around the world, promoting the growth of awareness toward the racism that had developed in the country. He dedicated the rest of his life to helping children become happy and changing the world with his music. Along with his passion for change came influential, original music that many still listen to even after his death. Famous songs such as “Thriller”, “Beat it”, “Smooth Criminal” and “The Way You Make Me Feel” are commonly played and are considered more upbeat. He also created more influential music such as the song “They Don’t Really Care About Us”, which emphasized the growth of commonality of police brutality in the African-American community. His music ranged from fun, upbeat melodies to more influential, serious anthems, which is what distinguished him greatly from other performers in his time. Although an amazing performer, the use of his platform to give voice to the unheard is what caused him to stand out and for others to follow in his footsteps. Today, many artists speak out publicly on their political and social views, using the platform they are given. Not only did Michael Jackson leave this world with tasteful, distinguished music, he created real and physical change toward the American culture leaving a legacy like no other.