A post like this should begin with a confession: I used to be the biggest Aaron Carter fan. I specifically remember playing “That’s How I Beat Shaq” on repeat over and over again while I listened to my single CD. But, just as he was at the height of pre-teen pop culture by guest starring on the incredibly popular Disney TV Show Lizzie Mcguire, he fell into obscurity slowly and the rest of the boys and girls my age forgot about his existence.
(Before I continue, I just wanted to leave *this* here, because Aaron was just recently back in pop culture news for something other a little more positive than drug usage and bankruptcy.)
Needless to say, I was anxious to see Aaron Carter when he came to UD. It embodies what my fear was with this blog — Would seeing and revisiting Aaron Carter ruin the memories I had of him in the past? Should I keep those memories pure?
The performance itself was spectacular, and there was a great crowd (see Aaron’s Instagram post from his UD performance here). His voice was stronger than I thought it would be, and he did a great job showcasing his dancing skills as well. Aaron Carter is back, and I say that not as a fan but as a musician. He has real potential to make something of himself, and 10-year-old me can not be happier.
All this music has already happened so why are you bringing it up again? This music is old and only one generation actually enjoyed it. Don’t reflect on the past, move on.
I like Vicky’s funny comment.
This is a good post, Dan. I stumbled over a few sentences. Read aloud to hear them. Make the writing good!