backpages index July 2009 Think Happy Michael Jackson's Apollo Tribute Was Anything But Morbid The line of fans snaked from the front doors of the Apollo all the way up 125th Street, turned the corner, and traveled another couple of blocks until it turned yet again, this time down 127th. While street vendors blasted MJ's music, there was literal dancing in the streets, impromptu sing-a-longs, and hundreds chanting "Michael! Michael!". Oh yeah, and it poured. Like an mf'er, did it pour. I personally stood in that line for four hours. I danced inside to Michael Jackson songs for a mere forty minutes. And it was worth every second. My Back Pages>>> you've got the look | stop, look, & listen | sharp-dressed men| just drawn that way| isn't it iconic? rock your hobby|| who are you? | my back pages | privacy policy| contact