Given up on Michael? Absolutely not...that never even crosses my mind. If he wants to retire, let him...it's up to him, and after so many years in the business, he deserves it if he wants it. All I can say is "thank you for what you've given us" and make sure he knows that he's appreciated not only as an artist, but as a person. If he chooses to work and make more music, etc...I can only say the same thing. Either way, I'll never give up on Michael. He's a good man, and he has had too many people give up on him, turn on him, use him, betray him, etc. It's only fair, after all he has given to everyone, to always believe in Michael and be loyal to him...always be there for him.
I agree that he has every right to retire, but I'd still like to see at least one more solo album from him before he does. That would make it an even 7.