Ya know, when I first posted this article...I never thought it would turn into this.
I thought it was cute, and funny...and others might get a kick out of it, laugh, roll their eyes, and that would be it.
Boy, was I wrong.
The posts in this thread have pissed me off, frustrated me, hurt me, and made me think. All in all, in must be a good thread, hahah.
I agree that people get a little too hot under the collar when it comes to musical tastes. I am one of those people. I'm not saying it's right or wrong. I think music means different things to different people. Personally, I don't even think I'd be alive today, if it weren't for music. Music is a big part of my life. It's allowed me to escape from my life, when I had nowhere to go. It's helped me work through many feelings and emotions.
But, I know there are some that listen to music, just because. I know there are people out there that it is just entertainment to, and that's cool.
If people shared the same views, and had the same likes and dislikes this world would be so boring.
I honestly don't think this thread should be locked/deleted. I think it's interesting to see how others feel/act/communicate with others. We're able to learn more about one another.
About stereotyping....
My brain tells me that it is a good thing. It's helped us to survive and prosper and all that. My heart on the other hand disagrees. I've been stereotyped many times before, and I know how bad it can hurt.
I don't think anyone should slam or attack anyone over this shit though. It's silly. Opinions are opinions. I'm glad not everyone shares mine. And, it makes me feel good that there are people out in this world strong enough to stand behind what they believe, and not be afraid to state their opinion. It is a fine line though, I guess...opinions, and being hurtful.
I know I've gotten a little upset in this thread....but I want to say, right here and now....I don't hate anyone that has posted in this thread. It would be silly. And, I don't agree with hating on someone just because of their opinions, and I definitely don't agree with trying to oust someone from our "scene" just because they are highly opinionated, and state exactly what they feel. Yes, it may come off as rather abrasive at times....It may not be the way I, or others do things. But, ya know, at least you can say that people that do this aren't fake. It frustrates me to know that someone would be willing to attack anothers character just because they don't agree with them. Sad.
People have always given me a hard time over my musical tastes. It's the story of my life. I absolutely positively adore George Michael. Do you know how much shit I get for that? And, my boyfriend constantly fucks with me because I am a big fan of Bread. Oh well. I try not to take it to heart.
But, I am guilty of doing just that. Of getting all riled up....over music. Sometimes when you post on message boards, you don't really take the time to think before you post....you act rashly. I'm not sorry for anything I've said, don't get me wrong.
I think the biggest thing that has bugged me, is the stereotyping, and how people can just wave someone and their interests off as stupid. Like I've said before...it's cool to be all like, ya know...that just isn't my cup of tea. It's not my thing. I don't like it. I think it's uncool to be like, that music is just stupid, and anyone who listens to it is just stupid. Making comments like that to me is just silly.
And, I wanna say again, it is soooo wrong to take stuff like this personally, and break all violent. And, it is VERY wrong to try and rally people against a person just because you don't like their opinions. Just silly.
I hope at least 10% of this made some sort of sense