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likethesun:

What people fail to realize is that these people, these mainstream ‘artists’ are signed to contracts that basically make them into puppets of fame. Why do you think there’s such a similar pattern in all mainstream songs or artists? Sex, going clubbing, money… colorful and dramatic music videos/clothing. It’s what sells, and of course that’s the main goal of these music businesses. Being an artist is merely being yourself because we’re all naturally unique. That’s why I feel it is so illusory for people to believe that these mainstream people are artists because they act upon what the masses want from them, rather than personally self-expressing themselves, resulting in a mass population of people who do the same thing and feel ashamed if they don’t fit up to those kinds of standards.

Some great points. I think there are some mainstream artists which are truly unique, but I think this touches on the point why I’m uninterested in a lot of mainstream music.

New Years Resolutions (It’s going to be a busy year)

1. Learn to live life procrastination free.

2. Write more letters.

3. Make time for art.

4. Remember to speak kindly.

5. Don’t put off learning.

6. Schedule time to be more productive.

7. Do as much as possible.

8. Learn limits (do not struggle to do more than possible)

9. Write poetry.

10. Continue to work towards organization.

11. Say the things I need to say, regardless of how silly I might think they’ll sound.

12. Learn to juggle and spin poi.

13. Work towards balance in every way.

14. Journal more.

15. Draw some cool (aka Elkamel inspired) SheNANOgans logos.

16. Attend at least one lecture at the Perimeter Institute (PI).

17. Go on night time adventurres.

18. Listen to music, and share the good songs.

19. Just do it.

20. Nurture friendships without getting stretched too thin emotionally too often.

21. Make sacrifices for things that matter.

22. Use time well.

23. Get enough sleep.

24. Remember to order late dinners ahead of time, as needed.

25.  Play badminton at least once per semester (might as well after going through the hassle of transporting my badminton racket to Ontario)