I really appreciate your dedication and effort in openly reflecting and sharing David’s journey. I also appreciate your post today, as you remind all his fans of the facts you point out (delicately, I may add!). Not one of us truly knows the depths of David. It could possibly throw us over the edge for sure! As many concerts or meet and greets we may have attended, we only scratched the surface. I think David does reveal much of himself, though. So for that, we are honored and blessed. I look forward to the journey ahead for David and for all us fans. I feel we have a front row seat and a new family in which to view the show!

Thanks again Rascal, your writings have blessed me – not to mention the wonderful pictures!

I love you Rascal!

I think that is hard to separate David’s artistry from his person. We hard-core fans want to know and have more and more. I think that our love of David and our desire for more could be seen as invasive but I don’t think it is intended that way. But your description is so very true, and we will never really “know” David. It pains me that he will never truly have a “normal” life, but he seems happy and seems to accept his new life. I just want the best for him, now and always. I’ll watch and listen and absorb all I can. Go rock the world David!

Well said Rascal. His behavior while performing, speaking or interacting with his fans is always impecable, emotional and somehow, shall I say, correct, the right thing. He portrays such innocence, humor and grace that it is hard for us to think of him any differently or not perfect. After all, that such behavior is what has drawn us all to him in the first place.

I’m sure, however that he is totally human and as passionate and ambitious in others areas of his life as he is in his music. We don’t need to know, have no right to know…..but OHHH how fun it is to Imagine!

Rascal, your artistry in writing is comparable with David’s artistry in music.
David makes me feel and connect with him when he sings and you convey very clearly to me through your writing. I understand every word you say and how you feel about David. You are a very remarkable person. I am thankful that I found your site and I am very proud to be in this community of David’s supporters who truly care about David developments in a natural way. I am not as eloquent as many of the friends here but I am sure you understand the sincerity I expressed.

Love and peace to everyone here.

As a regular lurker and once in a while poster, I am constantly awed by the articulate intellect that is displayed here. Rascal, you do such a wonderful service for all of us David fans, leading thoughtful and insightful discussions about an artist we all love and respect. Thank you for keeping us on track, and reminding us that as much as we’d like to know David, we really don’t. It’s just that he presents himself in such an open and honest way…he never appears to pose, not for the cameras, not for his fans during his meet and greets, and certainly never when he performs. He seems to lay out his soul when he sings, and it touches me in a way that no other artist has ever done. When he sings, I believe that I feel whatever it is that he’s feeling… laughter, love, angst, pain. He’s truly remarkable.

Archu_adorable, I have had the exact same thought about the experience of being a “fan.” I am amazed by the behaviors that I’ve seen, as you said, some of it is wonderful, and some of it leaves me shaking my head in dismay. I was thinking that it would be fascinating to research the phenomenon…what drives the passion that we feel? I still don’t really understand how a teen-aged boy has influenced me so strongly. But, here I am, and enjoying every minute.

Thanks again Rascal, and to all of you frequent posters… I don’t watch TV anymore, I just come here!

Wow, Rascal now I know why you started this blog. The accallades! I gotta get me one of these. So kidding. You know I luvya! Just made my daily 10:00 break/what new DA videos got posted on youtube.(the 2D version). Kinda slim pickins today,, but this one was kinda cute. He explains what he was doing under the table during that J.Castro interview. Castroleta! What really makes it ‘classic Archie’ is his use of the endearing word/words that we all para-phrase so often – “Dangit.” I laugh everytime I hear him say that. BTW- Nice post-chuleta Archu #3 aka: 75% of todays total posts. HA! You know I luvya too!!

Everyone, You all have expressed thoughts that I have had, do have and thoughts I speculate about.

Kait, I too wonder at his patience with “shaking and stuttering” fans. It continues to amaze me when I see the videos of the fan lines.

But in the end, its all about his voice.

Good points, Rascal and friends. And, timely, as David begins his long and storied career.

Personally, I think David provokes such intense feelings in many of us, that we’re drawn to him like moths to a flame. We crave that warmth he exudes, and it’s understandable. His music and his endearing personality are just luminous, magnetic. But, in our eagerness to be close to him, we don’t want to inadvertently overrun him, to consume and destroy the lad. He does deserve a private life like everyone else. We, of all folks, should be most thoughtful and respectful towards him, and resist like heck the impulse to objectify him.

So, the bottom line is–I think that Rascal’s counsel is wise–critique his work, and for the most part, leave his private life alone.

Hopefully, I’ve explained myself well. If not, please forgive my fumbling. No centure intended. How can I say this? Hmm… I just think we, of all people, should love David enough not to tear him to bits in our eagerness to understand who he is and what HIT us. We should care deeply enough for him to give him a little breathing space, room for a life to call his own. Knowing him, he will give us a GREAT deal of himself. I just don’t want to unwittingly drain him dry. He gives me such joy, I want to return the favor as much as I can. I hope you understand where I’m coming from and aren’t offended, friends.

Actually, I am absolutely convinced that he will be unbelievably successful in the music business. The one fear that has flitted past on occasion is that David may lose so much of his privacy that he could choose to walk away from the business in order to have a normal life. That’s why I hope he keeps his home base in Utah. There would be less liklihood it would happen there as he would reside so far from the media centers. I hope to high heaven that he won’t get burnt out and will stay in because he SO loves to share his music and we enjoy it and him so much. But the thought that he might walk away has been disconcerting, even frightening to entertain. So, you see another important reason in my mind to give him space to breathe.

I can’t believe the depth of affection that I’ve developed for this young guy who I’ve barely met. I just don’t want to see him hurt, even inadvertently. Sniff, sniff, dab, dab. I’m a big softy when it comes to David.

JEEPERS CREEPERS! I try to stay away and “get a life” for one weekend and it appears that all “H-E-double hockey sticks” broke loose!

I can’t leave you guys alone for one minute can I!

By the way….LOVE his new video. I’ve liked the song since the first time I heard it, but seeing it accompanied with a visual element is way cool!

SOAR David…..SOAR!! (Preferably in FIRST CLASS where there is a little more *ahem* PRIVACY!)

Once a again Rascal a wonderful beginning to what I’m sure will be an interesting thread. My favorite line “I’t is not our right as his public to expect to know these things”. YES. How we love his work/music, but let him have his life!

After the yesterday’s HURRICANE of emotions, rascal gives us calm after the storm! I said it before…what David does with his VOICE, and soon his words & melodies, rascal does with his words!

This “fan” phenomenon is not new or unusual…ie, Elvis..still has his rabid fans even now. It will be the same with David. Difference is, David is starting out with fans of all ages and gender. We are here to stay!

Regarding yesterday’s storm, I dare say it was not the first and it probably won’t be the last ( you know how hurricane’s are, they come & go ) because as David continues his rise in the profession of HIS choosing, he will lose some of the privacy he previously had…only one price of fame, and unfortunately, he will be fodder for every bit of news, good & bad. We, his fans will “have his back” as he says, and that’s where we may have more intense “hurricanes of emotions”. We will celebrate the good and raise our fists to the heavens in protest of any and all bad!! But then rascal will calm the stormy seas once again with soothing words as only he can do and we will all say, “that’s exactly how I feel, just couldn’t find the words!” like we always do! hahaha!
David will continue to bring out the best & worst in his fans. Bottom line…
we all think we know what’s best for David, but it’s funny cause I heard him say on a recent radio interview something like “some people say do this or do that…but I’m gonna do THIS” then laughed that unique laugh of his! I would have to say, and I’m smiling big right now…David Archuleta knows
what he wnts and what he’s doing. I don’t see him “walking away” from his passion, his dream, his DESTINY any time soon! He is stronger than we think. He and his Maker have command of his life. Not his fans or anyone else. David, THE VOICE…I love the sound of that!

Sorry my post seems out in left field. I started it early this morning and then got waylaid. Since I couldn’t copy it out (the one thing I am not fond of at this site-hint hint), I couldn’t remove it, refresh, and make sure I was relevant. So it was lose it or post it, and it was already fairly long and was at one time pertinent, so I posted it. Yipes. Oh, well.

Gotta go. The one kid in my life that really does remind me of David is leaving tomorrow on his mission. I’ve got to run our gifts by and say goodbye. Matthew was my son’s best friend from 1st to 10th grade when my son went inactive and pushed his friends from church away. Matthew has a heart like David’s, if ya can believe it. He even comes from a musical family and sings and plays piano. (David has him hands down with the singing, but Matthew plays extremely well.)

I have missed him so much over the past few years. It was interesting coz Matthew’s not shy, but he’s a bit reserved like David. Over the years, I rarely hugged him and never told him I loved him. (I just cooked everything good I could think of for him, like Chantel’s mom did for David.) Anyway, I decided it was pretty odd that I could tell David I loved him and ask for a hug but not Matthew who had been here and stayed in my home a million times and who I also love to distraction. When Matthew went through the temple like you do prior to going on a mission, he called and invited me to come along with his family and family friends. (I was thriled and honored that he would ask me.) He also gave me a couple of the sweetest hugs I’ve ever received in my entire life…and I told him I loved him and how much I’d missed him. Davi’s influence is really widespread, huh? It was just one more good thing that’s come to me coz of the Archulator.

Babble, babble. Some things never change (my wordiness). Sorry! Haha as David would say. Adios for now.

Rascal’s message above made me emotional, and now #16 Bookaholic, your touching comments made me cry. We are all so full of love and emotion when we talk seriously about David.

Now, #22, Silverfoxe, you are ridiculously funny, you made me laugh! We do need balance, don’t we?

We each need David to be something for us, and we don’t agree what that something is. The good news is that we really don’t have authority or ability to make David anything but what he is. His artistry is what provides what we need. From my experience and observation it is the nature of human beings, especially parental types, to stamp children with our expectations or dreams. As a child matures we see potentials that make our hearts swell with pride. The problem with that is that it doesn’t allow the agency and soul of the child to express itself. We want our children to be what we envision for them and what they are isn’t necessarily expressed in what they do but we judge them by their actions and allow the actions to disappoint or encourage our daydreams. A mother learns from the moment she gives birth that her job is to let the child go; to separate herself from her offspring and allow the child his own identity. Each of David’s fans has an idea of who David is and that is different for each of us because our experience and needs are different. It is interesting and fun to discuss the possibilities. We must, however, take care never to superimpose our needs onto David’s person. We can’t expect that David will even be aware of our discussions or if he is will want to peruse them. I personally feel that he should not. I am afraid that it would influence his choices and spoil his purity, nevertheless, I sort of hope he will because so many excellent observations have been expressed here.

Oh yeaaah rascal, so beautifully written and appreciated. I’ve been trying to figure out how to articulate that divide between David, the performance artist–which is more of an objective entity, and David the human being, which is a personal domain. But by the former, I don’t mean to “objectivize” him either, it’s just that I think that component is inevitably going to generate opinions and comments, that’s the nature of celebrity. And I don’t think David would have a problem with that, I think he exhibits much more maturity than some would give him credit for. That’s why I found HG’s dream in the last thread so interesting! Especially the last part about the fight breaking out and you two–HG and David–just looking on. That’s exactly how I think David would react if he were to read these threads. It’s another reality show, and he’d be looking on. Probably rotfl, but not offended. But as others have commented… what do I know about how he might react? Nothing! Indeed, “the rest is all talk”!

and archu_adorable (3) and momofteens(10) I, too, am fascinated by the phenomenon of fandom. There’s an intriguing book called “The Uses of Enchantment” which is a historical reference book on this very subject, you might want to take a look at it. (It’s the book upon which the play, “Into the Woods”, is based.)

While, yes, it’s about the voice–I don’t think it’s ALL about the voice. David is a huge, complex, endlessly fascinating phenomenon all on his own, even if none of us ever said a word about him—such an inspiration to so many, and not *just* for his voice, I don’t believe. It’s his total persona. How could you not be curious about the how and whys of this whole fandango?

One last… as in life in general, I think comments reveal more about the speaker than the spoken about. That’s why I’m hopeful that there would be no offence taken by David himself with regard to the OTT gushing and goofiness that appears through this miraculous blog. Love it–such fun! Thanks to all for revealing so much of YOURselves. Is that inspired by David too? PUH-ROBA-BUH-LEEEE.

sondra…see #23, juliebug….no worries about what David thinks about OUR expectations, ( and hopes & dreams ) for him. I still am at a loss as to why some people still don’t give David credit to do what he needs to do to achieve his goals. Do you really think he’s going to read some of our sometimes OTT dreams & hopes and yes, expectations we express here, and he’s going to say “Oh MY GOSH!..I can’t do it, I can’t meet all of these high expectations!” It’s laughable, cause he is already is!! He is climbing that mountain and will continue with or without the high expectations we may have..He’ll do it because that is what HE wants, this is HIS dream. And spoil his “purity”, fat chance of that happening…but again it depends on what you mean…have you not seen some of the recent videos we all are having seizures over?
If you’re talking about a different kind of “purity” well, that is very much a private thing that does belong to David & David alone.

JesseQ…yeah I felt the same was after viewing that video…now I’ll just go and watch a couple of really sensible and…eek! shhhh! sexy David videos.

just saw this…speaking of CRA-ZEH ODD’ers! Very nice video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QzRhut8LPk

Oh my gosh!# 32 highervibe..I have been revealing my true self? I never thought about it…that’s just CRA-ZEH!
But did your hear??? Someone stole my blog name and uses it now & then. That person even “edits” the posts to draw any suspicion away from her/him…that freak!

#33 rena, Off Topic: I too have a mac, and I downloaded the full version of David Archuleta – Journey from the second site (badongo) and then, just as you, I had problems playing the parts or joining them together. Finally, I discovered that Badongo Buddy is available for the Mac at this address (FREE registration is required):

http://www.badongo.com/application/mac

Then I tried my best to follow their instructions and somehow magically the parts did merge, and now the video plays beautifully. I wish I could remember more details. Anyway, good luck – the video is worth the hassle!

#37 davidfanLIZ…hope to run into you at the Evansville concert. I just listened to the Providence videos and David was amazing!

And about the ridiculous requests by fans…you all have to admit…David had a VERY good time during the chapstick video. He didn’t HAVE to try on the chapstick and the fans there I think, would not have rioted or had a tizzy fit, but David was playing around with them and he REWARDED them AND all his other fans who found the video “charming” and yes…very sexy. And I love him for showing us he can be spontaneous and fun and doesn’t take himself too seriously all the time. Some of us just have to “chill out”, and enjoy the times when David feels comfortable enough to have fun with his fans. That video jesseQ was talking about WAS NOT one of them.

Dear olemr2001. It worked. I am grateful for your response. I have posted questions on other sites with no luck, since most fans seem to want to write not read. I would have paid for this video tribute. I am running to buy a video ipod and trashing my old one.

archu, silverfoxe, ….et al.
I was going to comment after rewatching that vid about how dang annoying, and actually pretty selfish those fans were, but I was just trying ton post a nice, vanilla, benign, fan vid. Even the vanilla can spark debate I guess. I did have him sign my program (it costs $25.00, it bettah get signed), but really I was more interested in talking with him and (on a note), I definitely wanted a picture with him too. I do totally get the perspective of trying to get as much from a celebrity as possible, seeing as you’e probably not going to have frequent meetings with them. Ok..I’m rambling..’Reigning it in.’ (summary): I’ll stick to being scandalous from now on!

olemr2001 #38, I thank you too for the tip. I couldn’t do it either and was going to deal with it later whenever. Now I know, I’ll try it when I get home.

#41 archu_adorable – I apologize for using the word “repel” when I referred to your earlier post. You were, as you say, very careful to describe behavior rather than judge. Thanks for clarifying.

Please don’t apologize davidfan! All is good! I don’t offend easily.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVDcB_g7Pj0

David’s new vlog. LOL! Special appearance by David Cook.

Also, someone reported that the ABC family show “Lincoln Heights” used Crush in their commercial for the season premiere next week.

I never thought I would hear David say, “It’s pretty trippy!” LOL

Whew! I haven’t been here since this morning, but so glad to see a new post up. Especially one on this topic. Talk about bringing back, as silverfoxe said, some “calm after the storm.” Great metaphor!

highervibe#32, how awesome are you to even take a stab at interpreting my convoluted dream. Thanks! And, yes, the fight/brawl does seem to mirror what goes on here sometimes.

Silverfoxe, I have older students in my classes some times, so I certainly would love to have you as a student!

juliebug#52, thanks so much for sharing the link to David’s new vlog. So cute! Where did you hear Lincoln Heights is using “Crush”? Jive is definitely working overtime for our David, aren’t they?

Obviously, I now have a change of heart about his label.

davidfanLIZ, you used the word “unbearably” which is exactly what I was thinking about while working away here at work towards a deadline, totally resisting to go online for some Archufix for my ODD. David is unbearably adorable and it feels unbearable sometimes to have to wait. It’s “pretty trippy” to be this addicted. juliebug, thanks for the vlog link. I really appreciate the fact that David keeps us posted on his activities here and there. I can only imagine what all the idols must be feeling now that there are only 3 more shows. The pending separation after such intense months together. Bittersweet indeed. Sigh.

#57 TOfan…

Loved your post.

David is a LEADER. But he leads by example.

The websites are awash with stories of fan encounters with David. And what an impression he leaves….even on non-fans. Sites for the other idols are full of stories of how they came away from the concerts and signings and meet and greets, etc., a new fan of David….not only for his music…but for him.

Just today, someone posted on David’s MySpace the following:

“Hi, David. I just want to thank you for being such a great guy and lifting the spirits of us Word Nerds this weekend who were feeling down. You are warm and thoughtful and amazing to your fans and a great role model. After 9 shows, no more AI tour dates for me, but you have won me over with your personality this summer and I look forward to buying your album.”

That didn’t take long. LOL!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGUTXHcerwY

Quite a lot happening tonight as the tour winds down … “Crush” on an ABC Family TV ad, a new vlog from David, & of course all the conversation about David, the artist vs David, the person.

May I backtrack to the technical support offered to rena by olemr2001 (#33, 38, 42, 46). I’ve been trying to get the tribute video to play on my MacBook as well. I’ve downloaded the four files and the free badongo application for the mac. I tried to follow the directions for merging the files, but to no avail. Any further assistance would be appreciated.

After commenting on the previous blog, I felt as if I had dissapointed my little brother on this site. I responded to an observation about the “lake” scene. My little brother(rascal) responded with, ” no need to get debate team” or anything! oops, I wasn’t sure if I should come back, but, I love it here! I never meant to sound as if I was giving fact, it’s just how I saw it. Soooo very happy to see the response from little bro’. I am once again, amazed on your timing to “reel” the conversation back to what is right and first. We initially reacted to David’s musicality, then his endearing personality. I can’t write it as well as most, but I am extremely excited to follow David and his music.

Oops cut and paste got out of control here.

I meant….I will let ya’ll know all about my “out of this world” blah, blah, blah!
Ya’ll is Kentucky talk for “you all” for you New Englanders. Adios!

I have never met Jeff so I don’t know how to interpret his comments. I kind of feel that there’s a lot I don’t know about Jeff, and I see only what he presents publicly, or the image he wants us to have. As I mentioned, I’ve never even met him. Maybe Jeff will be at Ford Day.

Apparently, while hunting down more links to the Crush video, lo and behold I discover that it has already generated buzz in the gay community, as well as heated debate, about whether or not the “crush” could either be a guy or a girl.

Didn’t I tell you all it was vague enough to invite such a reading?

That’s what happens when you put buff, shirtless guys in the video (especially when David isn’t among the shirtless and is simply looking on).

Wow! Thanks for the link, juliebug. You’re so good at this!

In reference to my comment #71:
But on the other hand, commenting on Jeff’s remarks probably violates the parameters set out in this post: “What David chooses to put out there is up for discussion; what he chooses to keep private is not. It is really as simple as that.” David didn’t put this out there, his Dad did, plus his Dad was speaking privately with one person.

Back and all is relatively well in the world. Got my multitudinous cookies and gifts with funny card to Matthew B. before he left, got a great hug and some pictures. I am a tad glum because I won’t see him for two solid years, but I am proud of him, for sure. He’s a rock of integrity, sweet, funny, fun-loving, cute, loves and plays piano like nobody’s business. He also, and more importantly, has a strong testimony of diety, and is worthy and eager to serve.

Sorry about touching on religion, but ya gotta salute personal excellence when ya see it. Matthew, like David, seems a rare commodity in this wicked world of ours. I know David wants to serve a mission but his’ll be a different kind coz he’ll be way too famous to do a regular one. He sure has touched a lot of hearts deeply already, though, I’d say. He really inspires me to up my game, to try harder to be a good person.

It is almost otherworldly the number and intensity of tender feelings that David can evoke in me, like he stepped out of heaven yesterday. At least, that’s how it feels to me.

Since I’m yammering on interminably, I might as well throw out a couple of sweet tributes you may not have seen. They touched me enough that I printed them up with that 16 picture combo from David’s myFox DC interview. Here they are for anyone who missed them:

“I don’t know. He infected me with his happy. I want to be him when I grow up. Maybe if they offered classes on how to be kind and good and gracious and steadfast, and smart and talented and particular and forgiving, and happy, if they offered classes in all of that, I could totally be David Archuleta when I’m old.”

“As an atheist, it takes a lot for me to believe in anything. In David, I believe that he is a spirit so rare and a personality so innocent that it leaves me with a sense of passionate helplessness as to what to do with him. If joy is what life should have; if laughter is to be enjoyed; if music a spiritual way of connecting to another soul; if caring for others is a virtue; if absolute beauty and truth lie in a huge heart like his, then I must support and enjoy him in everything that he does.”

The last one may have come off this site, but I felt it was so beautiful, I hope it’s okay that I put it back up again. Sweet and tender sentiments are just as good the second time around.

Hey, I’m actually missing something the FIRST time around coz I haven’t heard the radio interview where David talks about doing the music that HE wants to do. Would some kind soul post a link for me?? I’ll look for it tomorrow with hope in my heart. For now, I’ll toddle off to bed and maybe dreams of David. Have had a couple interesting dreams where he visited me, one memorable. *Sigh* Good night, all!

Good points, rascal, and I’m inclined to believe that discussions about spirituality are like discussions about spirituality. Both come from deeply personal and intimate experiences, which, when made public in a discussion, are bound to create tensions because they mean different things to different people.

It’s not the first time Jeff intuited that David’s music is linked to his spirituality – indeed, one of my favorite Jeff quotes (I believe it was in the Spanish-language People magazine) is when he says, “Someone up there must want him to sing because, medically, he shouldn’t be able to do that.”

I understand his devotion as a father, who, based on his own personal beliefs, I believe sees David’s music as a miracle and one that he’s willing to support 100 percent.

There is something incredibly divine about David’s voice, and especially when you consider such a voice coming out of one vocal chord!

This divinity doesn’t have to simply be linked to Christian doctrine since divinity – like sexuality – can transcend our social expectations and limitations.

In my own spiritual beliefs, I’ve always felt that God was bigger than religion anyway.

And one of the proofs that this is so is when I listen to David singing. I certainly don’t need to be a member of LDS, or a Christian for that matter, to be touched by his spirit.

Obviously, rascal, I’m taking on your challenge!

Oh my gosh, how could I actually THINK I would not peek in here one more time before taking off for Evansville??
Hmmmm…Good thing I don’t have the time to join in on the discussions regarding Jeff’s comments…maybe I shouldn’t have brought it up, but I’m guessing someone else probably would have anyway. I didn’t know what to think about it. Don’t know if it was a good thing or not, mainly because comments like those can be a turnoff to some, even David’s most loyal fans…so I am at a loss here. I have admired David even more for NOT talking about his religious beliefs..everything I know about it is what I’ve heard or read by others who “know” David. When I hear David sing, it touches me and I could listen to that voice sing anything and I can look at him all day (in videos, of course), but I don’t think of it as a “religious” experience…Also, I just can’t connect “the Spirit” being in David when he’s singing songs like “Apologize”, SBM or even CRUSH. sorry, but I can’t. And as far as “Angels” & WYSYLM, two of my very favorites, he takes my breath away…whether it’s spiritual….maybe.
So much for not joining in…And one more thing…I REALLY WANT TO BE
DAVID COOK, not like him…be him!!! Guess why?

LOL, silverfoxe- you crack me up. Sorry, if I wasn’t supposed to laugh but you are hilarious sometimes.

#64-Deb: I don’t know if you have figured out how to play the tribute video yet, but a while ago I downloaded flip4Mac http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/17787
which converts PC files to play on macs. This is how I have been able to view the video. Once it is installed, when you open the file it should make a quick conversion before opening it in quicktime.

I enjoy the ebb and flow of discussion here very much, even when the storms blow in. I am happy to take David as he comes in whatever way he chooses to communicate. I have no doubt that there is a lot more to him than we have seen. It makes it all the more intriguing to watch his story unfold.

>>I have often interpreted David’s devotion to music as erotic redirection.<<

Can I get a witness?!?

I almost fell off my chair, hello gorgeous. And not just because this is a brilliant observation well articulated, but because one of the very first comments I ever posted about David Archuleta, way back in probably February, in response to the first questions about his romantic life, was the following:

“I think music is David’s lover.”

I don’t think I re-posted it here, hello gorgeous, you’d have to look for it at Rickey’s.

And I think you’ve already joined the Church of David. This is it.

Mr. Rascal, sir

Have you at some time already addressed his Mom’s influence vis a’ vis salsa, (and he was probably exposed to merengue) as well as other latin, caribbean music? If so, I’ll definitely need to go back and check the archives.

I wish I had more knowledge about that music (other than dancing it, I have no background in this.)

Another thing I am curious about is how his culture has and will play a part in his singing and maybe the music he writes. Kinda like this is all speculation maybe, but I am very curious.

Wow, hello gorgeous is giving rascal a run for his money with that ‘erotic redirection’ comment. Great stuff! And I agree completely.

Meantime, rascal, I enjoy reading blog comments on my bus commute via my Treo, but unfortunately the bg colors of this blog makes them unreadable. Argghhh! Should I use a different url perhaps?

Ha! At first I didn’t know what you were referring to, Inspired by David, because I’m thinking, “gee, the only thing I’ve ever really said about Crush is that while it’s a perfect little pop tune, David was somehow able to infuse it with that deeper yearning that pulls at the heartstrings that he is so good at…” But then I realized that “writing” doesn’t always have to mean a “statement,” it could mean a “question….” Ha ha. Well, one need only check in to the poll results to see where the majority is on that issue.

hello gorgeous, I was still mulling over your words of “David’s devotion to music as erotic redirection” when rascal reminded us of his“Music is David’s lover” statement which I’ve missed also because I didn’t know about the Rickey’s days prior to discovering notingDavid, then it started to sink in. Erotic seemed like a strange word to me at first, and it’s even stranger that I myself never connected art with erotic when I’ve always called art (painting and drawing as it relates to me) as my HOT LOVER, always have. In fact, once while moving colors on the canvas with my brush, I remember literally saying to myself I am making love to this surface right now. Wow, you and rascal are good! I wasn’t even painting anything remotely erotic. It is just this intense love that you feel at the core and the desire to make it come out.

NotingDavid is truly a place where one can learn and work on inner development, a fourth dimension, beyond the development of mind, body and emotions. Your gift to find the center, the balance, in these discussions is true brilliance. Through your efforts of defining David’s artistry, you have provided a refining tool that enhances how to identify, relate to and interpret David’s artistry. To be able to incorporate a number of the ideas and viewpoints of others, and at the same time, create and assimilate that which is unique about experiencing David’s artistry is a wonderful gift that I take away from here.

I am looking forward to see how you craft your next article and guide the commentary.

There is a strong parallel, Rascal, between the courage that David manifests in being himself and following his purpose and what you do. He had detractors as do you. He has supporters who have his back, as do you (the committed citizens here at NotingDavid).

There are varying levels of truth and awareness is all of us. When someone’s truth is close to ours, we experience connection and joy. When it is disparate, we experience dissonance. Thank you for your leadership and courage. If these were medieval times, I would be one of many warriors protecting your back.

Rascal,

I agree with Kizzi’s eloquently stated remarks. Yes, Courage, with a capital “C”. A true spiritual warrior!

I’ve been loving the discussion here today. So much food for thought!

hello gorgeous, love the “erotic redirection”

rascal, love the “Music is David’s lover.”

vermeer, love the “HOT LOVER,” “…just this intense love that you feel at the core.”

This is powerful stuff!

It is fascinating to contemplate that place where creative energy lies, that synergistic mix of art and sensuality and spirituality. As hello gorgeous said, David goes deep. What a pleasure it is to experience and try to understand that deep place.

rascal, thanks for being our guide.

#102, kizzi, I just read your comments, you sum up my thoughts which I was not able to put into words, thanks a ton!

I am new to this site and it is a refreshing place to be. Count me as one who tries to understand the music coming from David’s soul. The technical aspects of it are fascinating. The artistic choices amaze me. I remember the looks on the faces of Paula, Randy and Simon during “Heaven”. I can’t even describe the looks on their faces…wonder, awe, respect, joy, astonishment, relief, hope, happy disbelief?!? My beautiful daughter is a singer. Her voice affects people in these ways. In our community she was always, The Voice. Why? With her it is a little different. She is able to communicate the sad longings of Jazz better than anyone who has ever heard her has heard before.
I bring this up not to brag, but just to reflect that sometimes a person’s whole soul can be offered up in a song. Someone once said there are two kinds of singers–performing artists and soul-to-soul communicators. This was already a familiar place for me when I heard David.
As a piano teacher, once in a great while you hear someone who transports you into their own soul or reaches into yours with the sounds being made. If you already love music, you would almost mortgage your life to keep on hearing/feeling this soothing connection. David can do this in a very broad way–he IS the song.

Oh Gracefield – that was an amazing explanation of how I feel – you really hit the nail on the head. And I quote, “If you already love music, you would almost mortgage your life to keep hearing/feeling this soothing connection.” That statement expresses how I feel so perfectly in regard to David’s singing. I don’t post much, I usually just love to read what everyone else says, (you’re all so wonderfully eloquent and articulate), however, I had to comment on that.
I’m a very amateur singer myself and music lover. I can listen repeatedly to David all day, every day and never tire of that feeling and connection. Bravo, for putting it so succinctly.

Aw, what a sweet video! Thanks for sharing, Ely!

Just got off the phone with my little jazz singer. She is studying with Dean Kaelin right now and it is air for her. She was crying from happiness because of just the sounds that were made in studio during the lesson. I was trying to explain my thoughts about her singing and David’s and her husbands drop dead piano skills….I don’t care if any of them are famous….I just don’t want the sound to stop. Sometimes when you sing you know you have “come home” . Sometimes when you listen you become family. That is who we are here, I guess…..