As the world approaches the 16th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s passing on June 25, 2009, his daughter Paris Jackson has offered a heartfelt glimpse into how she honors her father’s enduring legacy each year.

Speaking candidly amid her role as a supporting act on the Incubus and Manchester Orchestra’s Morning View + The Hits tour, Paris revealed the Michael Jackson song that resonates most deeply with her on this solemn day: Earth Song.

A Song Charged with Emotion and Purpose

“It’s not just any song,” Paris explained. “It’s one of the few that he used to perform with this raw, emotional spirit—about healing the world, saving the planet, and loving each other.”

Earth Song, released in 1995 on the HIStory album, stands apart in Michael’s catalog for its ambitious fusion of blues, gospel, and operatic influences.

Over seven years in the making, it became a powerful meditation on environmental devastation, human suffering, and the urgent need for compassion.

The track topped charts across Europe, spending six weeks at No. 1 in the U.K. during the 1995 holiday season, and earned Michael critical acclaim and Grammy recognition for its potent message.

Carrying Forward a Legacy

For Paris, June 25 is a day heavy with both sorrow and pride. Addressing recent scrutiny over performing on her father’s death anniversary, she clarified that her tour schedule is beyond her control.

“That day always feels heavy—but this year, after naming Earth Song as the one that means the most, it feels like… I’m carrying something forward, honoring him and his message.”

Music remains a vital channel for Paris’s healing and connection to her father. Her own songwriting often delves into themes of emotion, loss, and longing—echoing the spirit of Earth Song and making the track especially meaningful in her journey.

Why Earth Song Still Matters Today

More than two decades after its release, Earth Song remains a poignant anthem for environmental and humanitarian awareness.

Its call to action on issues like climate change, animal welfare, and empathy is as urgent now as ever, reflecting the humanitarian vision Michael Jackson championed throughout his career.

For Paris Jackson, the song encapsulates a personal transformation on June 25—from grief to hope. “That transformation, from sorrow to something that can help heal the world—that’s what my dad was all about,” she shared.

On a day of remembrance, Earth Song becomes both a source of comfort and a rallying cry, uniting Paris and millions of fans worldwide in honoring Michael Jackson’s enduring impact.