Dear Comrade

Dear Comrade Leader, Episode 159

-The king of pop, the lawsuit has been won, but the suspicion still remains… … .

-Damaged honor, suspicious gaze, pro-Republican conservative Christian pastors, ‘He’s a bad influence on the youth of our generation!’

-Is Michael Jackson really a pedophile? The dark secret of Neverland!

“I don’t know why everyone is doing this. Did I do anything bad to them? Why is everyone so anxious because they can’t eat me?”

The owner of the seriously hurt voice threw one of the colorful tabloids he was holding on the floor.

Reporters No, it seemed that the mean laughter that those people who wrote reporters and read hyenas would have had while writing this article seemed to be drawn before their eyes.

By the way, now that the recording of the album is coming to an end, the stress is soaring to the top of my head… … .

Why is it that since childhood, there are only humans around who want to use him and torment him?

He sincerely hoped that through his music and dance, everyone else could find peace, stability, and feelings of love.

“… … I should have known earlier that there are a lot of people who rejoice when they see me in pain as much as people who rejoice when they hear my song.”

Although his hometown, he really hated America at times like this.

All kinds of tabloids, self-proclaimed ‘informers’ who are aiming for money, malicious rumors… … And above all, the public who pretends not to be and wants to watch the stars fall.

Freedom of the press guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution? It would be correct to call it the freedom to hurt others by spreading rumors or the freedom to bury other people’s lives in print.

“I have to go somewhere far away where no one knows me.”

But for others, it was not an easy task for him.

Because he’s the most successful entertainer of all time, the best musician on the planet, the most famous person in the world, and above all, the ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson.

Even if he fell in the middle of the Sahara Desert or the Amazon, someone would surely recognize him, but it was almost impossible to disappear like that.

Besides, even if it’s not… … .

“I don’t have to release an album. How the hell am I supposed to announce that I don’t care at all about these allegations? Can you let me know that you can never take me down?”

His new song work is almost finished.

It is scheduled to be released in June, but Michael wanted to send a message to the media who want to hurt and suffer from all the conspiracy that harms him through this album.

The King of Pop Michael Jackson is invincible.

That he only cares about all the underprivileged children in the world and world peace.

How can we effectively communicate that message?

how should… … .

piri rik.

Then the phone rang, and it was his manager.

“Michael? I know it’s hard these days, but there are people in the company who want to meet you.”

“who? I don’t know that when I’m working on an album, I usually don’t meet people. Especially if you’re a journalist… … .”

“That’s not right. She’s an Asian woman, and she said she’s the minister of North Korea. It’s hard to believe, but you want me to perform in your own country?”

* * *

Hyun Young-suk, head of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s propaganda and agitation department, was actually a little nervous to meet Michael Jackson.

I’ve met a lot of artists at her job title, but they’re all ‘licensed’ artists from North Korea, that is, state-run artists like the Joseon National Symphony Orchestra and the Mansudae Art Troupe.

Until now in North Korea, art, especially music, had to exist for the sake of propaganda and the state.

There was no room for individual creativity or individuality.

As a key official of the Workers’ Party of Korea, she too was aware of the international influence of the King of Pop, but

I only understood it with my head, but I could not understand why the music that ran around the stage, shouting and shaking the body like that was so good.

In that sense, Michael Jackson was a whole new kind of humanoid for her.

“… … It’s a performance in North Korea, Pyongyang, so it’s a very unexpected offer. It’s a place I’ve never been to in Asia. I’ve been to Japan a few times, but I haven’t been to China yet… … .”

Hyun Young-sook’s impression of seeing Michael Jackson, the King of Pop for the first time was ‘Like a clown’.

Michael Jackson with curly hair, a black face, and wearing sunglasses and a white fedora hat.

His first impression was a shock to her, who lived in the most rigid system in the world.

But after some time passed and after a few conversations, she came to think of Michael Jackson as a boy.

A boy trapped inside an adult’s body.

“Our general secretary said that he would like Mr. Jackson to visit Korea for the sake of peace in Asia and, above all, the children of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.”

‘Never talk about money. I don’t feel bad about money, and I’m not a person who works with money in the first place. Above all, say that children are important. If you come to Pyongyang and perform, it will be a good memory that will last a lifetime for the children of the Republic who are growing up.’

Hyun Young-sook was fluent in English, but deep down, I was worried about what kind of cowardice I should give to a person named Michael Jackson.

In fact, until a few years ago, if you listened to pop music, you would come to a country where you went to a labor camp and perform.

And in fact, Michael Jackson’s first reaction to Hyun Young-sook’s invitation to perform in Pyongyang was awkward.

If Jeong-hwan, who sent her a letter, had not given her some prior advice, no matter how much she would have been able to accomplish the task that depended on the security of this republic.

Fortunately, Michael Jackson responded by shaking his head as if saddened by the advice of comrade the leader, who didn’t know anything and there is no way to go wrong.

“They are children… … It is the children who always fall victim to the greed of adults.”

“As you may know, until a few years ago, the children of our republic had no opportunity to experience music from other countries. So Michael Jackson will be the first American pop artist ever to perform in our republic. Isn’t that cool?”

‘Let’s make it clear that an American singer performing in our republic is the first in history. Because artists are sensitive to honor or title. Especially if it’s a Michael Jackson-class artist.’

As the general secretary advised, when he heard the word ‘first in history’, Michael Jackson’s eyebrows moved slightly, showing a small gap.

There seemed to be a small gap in the solid wall.

But then he shook his head.

“Honestly, thank you, but this is a difficult request. First of all, I don’t know how many people I have in North Korea, North Korea. Isn’t that a neighborhood where McDonald’s was established a few years ago?”

“It was the same in Moscow. I’ll tell you. The people of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea are Michael Jackson Dong… … I like Michael Jackson’s music.”

Hyungsik’s words were true.

To tell the truth, right after the reform and opening up began, Hollywood movies and American pop music have been pouring into North Korea like a tide, led by the children of the party cadres (which they had been secretly enjoying from the beginning).

Of course, you had to get permission from the Central Censorship Committee before the official sale, and even after that, the ‘dissident’ lyrics and content were cut to a large extent.

In the first place, blocking these cultural contents was not blocked by either China or North Korea.

And it was Hyun Young-sook, the head of the propaganda and agitation department, who knew the current state of the republic better than anyone, while overseeing the prior permission and censorship work.

“As far as I know, I have heard that this is not the first time you have performed in a former communist country, but if you perform in Pyongyang this time, you are taking the lead in promoting international reconciliation between the first world and the second world. Jackson becomes an apostle of peace.”

“Apostle of peace? That’s… … Is there something I am not aware of?”

“Our republic… … So, how much do you know about North Korea, Mr. Jackson?”

“After undergoing a civil war due to ideological differences with South Korea a long time ago, they were divided and opposed for a long time, except that they recently opened the door to the outside world… … .”

“Actually, it wasn’t an ideological difference, but rather a victim of a fight between great powers. But now it is about to happen again.”

‘Don’t try to hide why we’re inviting him. Honesty is the best persuasion strategy. Just be honest with us that we just want peace and don’t want to fall victim to a great power. Any Michael Jackson I know would definitely be interested.’

As Michael Jackson opened his eyes and showed interest, Hyun Young-sook spent several minutes talking about the current state of the Republic and the series of political situations surrounding Team Spirit training.

Then, Michael, who had expressed his displeasure at first, immediately opened his eyes and listened to everything she had to say.

In particular, when the words ‘military training’, ‘broken family’ and ‘republican party’ came up, Michael seemed to be noticeably agitated.

However, at the same time, the expression of the producer of the agency, who was watching Michael Jackson and Hyun Young-sook from the side, grew more and more frown.

“… … So the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea wants peace with the United States and South Korea. Especially the person who sent this letter to the general secretary.”

“Yes, as you may know, our general secretary deeply felt some of the mistakes of the previous leaders and made the decision to reform and open up to correct them. However, he said that he wanted to appeal directly to the American people through Michael’s international influence, as ‘some’ politicians in the United States seem to be unaware of his sincerity. We want peace, not force.”

“… … .”

Michael Jackson seemed to ponder deeply for a moment.

I don’t know everything that woman said, but didn’t she confirm that most of it was true in newspapers and news (not tabloids, properly).

Besides, let’s be honest, Grosser, who was upset by last year’s malicious rumors, and Michael Jackson, who has always looked down on the Republican Party and the white-centric values they represent, took this opportunity to leave the United States for a while and sabotage their intentions. seemed to be fine too.

Finally, after a moment of silence, he opened his mouth.

“… … If a few conditions are guaranteed, it would not be bad to review the performance positively.”

“for a moment! for a moment! for awhile… … Excuse me for a moment, Minister Hyung! ah ha ha ha… … ! Hey Michael, are you serious? The release of the 9th album is only two months away! But suddenly, it’s a performance to the other side of the world!”

“Anyway, the recording is almost over, right? No, it would be nice to release a new song on this album for the first time at a Pyongyang concert. I don’t know about anything else, but it will definitely attract the attention of the media, so it will be a good album promotion. Then can I tell you my terms?”

“Anytime. Our general secretary is ready to do anything to bring Michael Jackson back.”

When Hyun Young-sook smiled and shook hands with Michael, who reached out his hand, the producer shook his head as if exasperated.

“The world’s first release of the new album is not in Moscow, but in Pyongyang, oh my… … Michael! This is too sudden!”

“Is there any problem? You know the theme of this album, right? Then, according to the concept, it is not bad to announce it for the first time in a country with a poor ‘History’.”

“Michael! you really… … Are you crazy? Last year, you were no joke, but if you don’t make up for it on this album, you’ll be out of business! The tabloids might say that you’ve completely turned around this time!”

At that time, as soon as the word ‘tabloid’ came out of the producer’s mouth, Michael Jackson’s eyes changed for the first time.

With sparks in his slightly reserved and defensive eyes since the conversation began, Michael Jackson shot a cold word at the producer.

“I don’t care what those hyenas think of me. All I care about is what kids and my fans around the world think of me! Do you know?”

“… … Huh, really, this… … .”

“Then I will tell you the conditions. First of all, don’t censor or interfere with whatever dances or songs I sing at the show. All matters related to the performance, such as performance composition and stage direction, must be 100% accepted. If this topic is omitted or if this topic is a bit difficult, then I can’t perform.”

“It’s unconventional, but I’ll accept it.”

Hyungsik nodded his head coolly.

It was difficult to imagine in North Korea so far, but as she said, in this matter, she was given almost full power to Jeong-hwan.

“Secondly, please don’t stop children from approaching me when I’m on guard.”

“It’s a lot easier than the first one. I will.”

“And finally… … .”

When Michael paused for a moment, Hyun Young-sook instinctively realized that this was the most important condition and listened.

“It’s okay to invite reporters to promote, but the interview will only take place at the place and time I want. And please write only facts about articles or reports about me. Please do not edit my words, add arbitrary interpretations, produce maliciously, or distort in any way. Of course, paparazzi and American journalists don’t even let me come near my dorm.”

“Calm down, Jackson.”

Hyun Young-sook agreed this time without any hesitation.

Then, as if trying to reassure Michael, he added a word.

“All the media in our republic only report the truth, as they are run by responsible party and state institutions, not by corrupt, money-blind capitalist mercenaries!”

As such, the 9th full-length album ‘HIStory’ of Michael Jackson, the king of pop, was the first in the world to have its first live performance at the Neunglado Stadium in Pyongyang.

* * *

The fact that Michael Jackson’s performance in Pyongyang soon spread by word of mouth caused a sensation in countries around the world, including the United States and South Korea, as much as the scandal that Clinton lied about using marijuana.

From the ridicule that the pedophile Michael Jackson was finally crazy because he wanted to get attention, to the rumors that the North Korean leader had sexually assaulted 100 of his fifteen-year-old girlfriends to invite the sex-lover Michael Jackson, all kinds of crazy sounds in tabloids. decorated the sides.

However, a small number of international diplomacy experts who have been quietly watching the progress of this situation pay attention to the fact that the story of the resumption of Team Spirit, which was scheduled for June after Michael Jackson’s visit to North Korea, came out of the mouth of the South Korean government. did.

In any case, two months after the turmoil, Michael Jackson, along with a troupe of back-up dancers and stage directors, set out on the jade at Pyongyang Sunan International Airport.

And Michael Jackson, who was shaking hands with Hyun Young-sook and other North Korean party officials who came out as a welcome group, witnessed a shocking sight that he had never expected and opened his mouth wide.

“I… … What the hell is that?”

“… … What are you talking about?”

“These people get together… … Well… … It’s a group performance. Even if my backup dancers practice for several months, it is very difficult to do it with that precision. It’s also the first time I’ve seen so many people play it.”

“Oh, are you talking about that? That one… … .”

Foreign Minister Kim Yong-geon, who was in charge of Michael Jackson’s guide, thought to himself, answering as if insignificant when he saw the welcoming crowd gathered where he pointed, young men and women holding colorful panels and moving like swords passionately.

‘I thought I wouldn’t be able to see anything like that in the Republic any more since Comrade General Secretary came to power. It’s been a while since I’ve done it, but you’re doing well.’

“This is the mass game ‘Arirang’. It seems that the young people of our republic voluntarily prepared to welcome Mr. Jackson. Anyway, welcome to Korea.”