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The Game, Chris Brown, Diddy Record Michael Jackson Tribute Song

Posted Fri 3 Jul 2009 8:01AM NZST by Billy Johnson, Jr. in Hip-Hop Media Training

The Game, Chris Brown, Diddy, Boyz II Men, and Polow Da Don teamed up to record a tribute to Michael Jackson, "Better On The Other Side."

The Game provides the bulk of the lyrics, sharing personal experiences as a kid who grew listening to Michael's music. Chris Brown and Wayna Morris from Boyz II Men also offer lead vocals.

They recorded this song immediately and released it Friday, June 26, the day following Michael's passing to cardiac arrest. It's a good track. You can feel the sincerity in each of the artists' vocals.

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173 Comments

141. Amanda D -
Somebody of 's caliber deserved a better tribute than this hot garbage. The only oes who belonged on that song imo were Usher & BoyzIIMen. The rest was bull----.

142. honesty -
Love, love, love the song. I love the game, and I love chris. I wish he could have did his thing on the BET Awards. He would have been great! I can't believe everyone is still trippin on the rhianna thing. Get over it people! Man people today are so judgemental and its ridiculous! This tribute is to Micheal Jackson and some of you wont enjoy it because you cant get pass chris being on the track! You guys are so sad. I personnally think chris was perfect for the song, thats why he's on it.

But anyways, I LOVE YOU MJ, YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED!

143. Njrod -
what a waste of a good tribute.

144. Dominic -
Micheal Jackson got what he deserved so get over it

145. Wayne Y -
I have a few things to say about the morons attending the MJ funeral.

The Game - Huh, your mom named you the game? How the **** did that get in the California Department of Records? What do we have to call you The or T in order for you to turn your head? Or do we call you loser, because I am assuming that you never won a game that you started - yo yo yo that is why you have a gat? Loser.

Chris Brown - Look, you are a complete moron, YOU BEAT Rhianna and yet you still get away with it. This is something I do not understand. I do not understand the celebrity mentality because if a REAL woman gets beaten she either shoots the one who beats her - Chris you have a real winner - Rhianna because she is too stupid to know any better. LOSER!!!

Diddy - What is your name today? Just curious because you too are idiotic. Changing your name at the drop of a hat because you killed another person and you are not being responsible for the crime. ONCE AGAIN LOSER!!!

Boyz II Men - Still assuming you will soon be men. Good luck!

Polow Da Don - Huh? Who are you trying to be? Stop with trying to be important and go back to your burger flipping job okay.

Yes, it is tragic that MJ died and God rest His soul, but the celebrities that are attending this are just doing it for plublicity and a way to put their face out in public to grab at more fame and more money. Guess what ALL OF YOU BOUGHT INTO IT!!! CONGRATS to losing your time and money. LOL!!!

146. Rockita -
That was a tight ass song.Good job guys.Michael Jackson will live on forever.

147. Anne -
So sweet, so true.

148. Cynthia -
Wonderful Tribute. MJ would of Loved It!

149. Yahoo! Music User -
the thing i dont get is almost everyone was cracking jokes on him and he said it him self he did not feel respected but ounce he passed away they start playing his music every where and blasting it from the car stereo with no hesitation.. but b4 that people were not really showing love like they do now.. im 17 years old and been a fan since 4 cuz of my father.. and it sad that i feel like im the only one who notice to be respected now a days you have to die.. excuse my language but thats F*** up i just feel like i had to get that off my chest.. and b4 you have something negative to say think about it.. cuz im pritty shure im rite.. R.I.P MJ

150. mei-mei -
i think that this song is really nice and will be a big part of the healing of Michael Jacksons fans including me.

151. Rainy -
Wow make me cry why dont you :( RIP mike

152. Clarence -
I like the song but why in the hell is the game in the bath tub wit a 40 of Ole E

153. asu -
i pray for God's blessings and consolation on the Jacksons family especially his children. MJ was a very talented handsome star king of pop i really do miss u we love u so much but i think God loves u more. the only thing i can offer for a dead man is prayers for his soul to rest in peace. u will forever remain in my heart. it is difficult to beleive u are no more.
R.I.P KING OF POP

154. Marshmello -
This is a beautiful tribute!! Thanks to all the contirbutors. I grew up on Michael's music; As a kid I remember hearing his song "Ben" on the radio and freaking out with "Thriller". May his soul find peace!!

155. Terrell -
i like the song i think it'd hot good look puting chris brown on the track

156. Angelina -
MICHAEL I WILL FOREVER MISS YOU BUT I KNOW YOUR WORDS AND WAY OF LIFE WILL ALWAYS STAY REAL AND TRUE IN MY EYES I LOVE YOU.CAN YOU DO ONE THING FOR ME KEEP SHOWING YOUR WAY OF LIFE AND ALWAYS STAY TRUE.I CANT WAIT TO MEET YOU IN HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LONG LIVE THE KING OF POP!

157. Emo -
right now I'm crying he will always be in our hearts he's our legend. Tonight, I read about Descartes'
grand courage to doubt everything
except his own miraculous existence
and I feel so distinct
from the wounded man lying on the concrete
I am ashamed

Let the night sky cover him as he dies.
Let the weaver girl cross the bridge of heaven
and take up his cold hands.

158. jenn -
that song was fire da game and chris brown were definetly on there game and micheal jackson will definetly be missed



R.I.P. MICHEAL SUNRISE 8-29-58
SUNSET 6- 25-09

159. Cailyn -
You know, Michael Jackson was the only pop singer to reach out to his fans over so many years. He rocked his time and ours. I wish people would stop judging him on all the things people say and look at him as a person. May God bless his whole family in this time that they are hurting. This was a big loss and we'll all miss him. This song was nice guys.

160. Chichi -
MUDDO! BIGGEST TUNE EVA! AND WHATS UP WITH SOME OF PPL TALKIN SMACK ABOUT CHRIS BEIN ON THE RECORD...I THINK ITS A GOOD LOOK FOR THE GAME TO HAVE REACHED OUT. CHRIS WAS PROLLY ONE OF THE BIGGEST MIKE FANS EVA! AND NO ONE HAS GIVEN HIM A CHANCE TO BE A PART OF THE TRIBUTES...HE HAS A RITE JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE TO MISS MJ EVEN WITH ALL THE DRAMA...I MEAN REALLY WHO KNEW DRAMA BETTER THAN MICHAEL JACKSON. EVERYONE MAKES MISTAKES..AND CHRIS HAS PAID FOR HIS. DANG PPL LET IT GO!
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