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Valentine's Day Mini-Mix: Goes Out to Whitney Houston

This post is dedicated to Whitney Houston:

What says more about Valentine’s Day than this song?

Lady Gaga: Paparazzi

I become a bigger Lady Gaga fan more and more every day. This song “Paparazzi” earns a spot for the attractive and also attractively dark lyrics such as “I’m your biggest fan/ I’ll follow you until you love me.” So fun. So Good.


Although, I confess I am not as crazy about the super length full version of the music video…only because there are so many moments without music, and that makes me think about Michael Jackson. “Black and White anyone?”

On that note…

There is one song from Jackson that has to weasel its way into the Valentine’s mix, and that is none other than this one below.

Michael Jackson: They Don’t Care About Us

Not crazy about the video, but the title sounds so true on Valentine’s Day. “They Don’t Care About Us.” Emo-tastic much?

To Conclude:
Because one must conclude with at least one number that is not something downputting, there is no other song to represent Valentine’s Day than “Sentimental Generation” by Tokito Ami.


This is a song not about Romance, and it is not about being dramatic. Instead, it focuses on the unity of a generation and the unity of the youth spirit. It is lively, upbeat, and positive. It is also less cheesy than spreading the message of “We are one.” However, it is a reminder that you are not alone.

QATFYG:
Do you miss Whitney?
Such a powerful voice. Such a great talent.

Comments

  1. of course I'll miss Whitney! I mean I wasn't really a huge fan, but let's face it: if you were alive in the early 90s, you kind of had to be a fan by default. really talented woman.

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  2. Holy stuff, you got Ragazzi on here twice.

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