George Michael: the artist, the human, the shy boy from North London…

To an artist who took us with him on his search for his true self. Who showed us not be afraid of who we are, with all of our talents and all of our flaws. Who shared his struggles, his victories and his losses. Who dedicated his life to giving us the soundtrack of ours. Who showed us that we can overcome doubts, losses, boundaries, and that is never too late to reinvent ourselves. Who refused to be put in a box. A true artist, who didn’t depend on a camera to show us who he truly was. A man who understood that the position he had earned in society was a privilege — so he gave back. A human who was flawed, who made mistakes, yet did not run away. A gentle soul with a truly special gift, who was made to shine. And shine he did. A north London boy who gave us the best he had to offer: his music.

George Michael, you will live forever.