in defense of having an opinion, and some thoughts regarding the new album, it's not so serious but felt the need to respond:
- it's perfectly ok to not immediately have a feel for the record when Lana herself hasn't been associated as strongly with the genre.
- no i won't pretend to immediately fall for the new music, just because it's her, since I personally can't find an immediate connection with the overall genre aside from some gems, and that's perfectly understandable.
- I have so many Nikki Lane jokes, and multiple pov arguments regarding the discussion, but will keep it respectful, but I won't be shamed or coaxed into feeling a certain way about something I don't know so much about, which, inadvertently is fair, so I'm keeping respectful, but don't appreciate the subtle judgment since it is something foreign to me.
- it's been a journey of music, and being gay, I'll admit it's harder to appreciate aspects of country music bc of the glorification of certain stereotypes that have prevailed that hasn't ever really been my demographic so can you really blame me? I don't think you should if ever.
- previous line, that being said, it's completely understandable to express some friction or reluctance. it goes both ways.
- I'm sure the music'll be golden bc it is Lana. we trust her, I think it's obvious at this point to say that some don't trust the genre so much. and that's perfectly fine, normal even when you think about it.
- at the end of the day, I do know that the music will shine bc of how she expresses things.
- dont come for me I'll put my debate hat on, something I rarely give af to do, but really I don't feel the need to express anything else about it. typed this in 5 minutes as a thoughtful response, not a reaction.
just felt the need to express these to move more freely with an open mind.
I love Lana, don't appreciate a good amount of the genre, I won't be subtly judged if even, but ultimately, I will be giving this record a chance bc I trust her. I myself, as well as some others expressing reluctance towards the music shift/ change are allowed to feel what they feel and think. it's best to be able to come to our own decisions instead of pretending something isn't bothering them (it can be done in a respectful manner) being able to have space for different opinions is valid and should be common courtesy as long as it's not anything volatile.
no need for pettiness if anything, thanks. to the other guys reluctant about it, this is partially for you as well.
it ain't so serious, wrote this in 5 minutes, after reserving much. but felt the need to, to move forward with less judgment on my part
