981.
981
Screenshot taken from iTunes
This is the number of times I’ve played my top five Beyoncé songs in my iTunes. Nearly two years after adding these songs to my music library, “Best Thing I Never Had,” “1 + 1,” “Love on Top,” “I Was Here,” and “Start Over,” remain my most played songs. When my family and friends tell me I’m obsessed with Beyoncé I respond, “No I’m not. I’m just a die hard fan.”
Beyoncé is my favorite artist for two reasons: her music and stage presence. Her ability to relate to listeners proves why she is one of the best at her craft. She empowers women in her songs “If I Were a Boy” and “Who Run the World.” She lets us know that our imperfections are what mold us in “Flaws and All,” and most importantly she inspires us to enjoy the greatest moments of life in “Party” and “Schoolin’ life.”
17 and Counting
Photo Courtesy: http://www.beyoncediva.com.br/beyonce/
Many artists can say they’ve sold out concerts. Very few artists can say they’ve won 17 Grammy Awards, sold out world tours as both a solo and group artist, and been nominated for an Oscar. When my sister and I attended her “I Am…Sasha Fierce” concert we were amazed! Not only did one person bring together 20,000 people, she connected with the entire audience. Whether it was pointing out fans in the crowd, allowing the audience to sing with her, or flipping above the crowd as she was hoisted hundreds of feet in the air, she did it all!
“Leave my mark so everyone will know I was here.”
Photo Courtesy: Myself
One of the first things you see when walking into my dorm is an 11 by 17 poster of Beyoncé. Besides the fact that the poster is extremely large, it inspires me everyday to do exactly what Beyoncé says in “I was Here,” which is to “leave my mark so everyone will know I was here.”
