This category contains song quotes that make egotistical statements, that may or may not be a reflection of the performer them selves.
A question that could be asked is why do some music fans tolerate and support the behavior of some of the most egotistical selfish people on the entire planet. Are some of these individuals really worth the adulation and money they deserve?
Some believe that society should separate the music from the musician because they probably do not personally approve of some of their behavior and life styles. Others say that the music is an extension of the musician and that one cannot separate the two. They claim that by supporting the music with record/CD purchases and concerts, one is also supporting their behavior and life style. In addition, sometimes a performer's life style seeps into their material, consciously or subconsciously.
Also, it appears that there is some consensus that society should not pry into celebrities’ personal lives. However, sometimes their private behavior becomes public knowledge. Should society still support them if they disagree with their behavior after it becomes public record? Because of this high public visibility, are celebrities role models, either by appointment or by default?
One may laugh at this last prospect, but one only has to look at a teenager’s bed room walls, imitative dress, and their attitudes to measure the influence of some rock and roll stars (or entertainers). John Lennon once created a national controversy by basically saying that some fans are more obsessed with celebrity icons than they are with religion. Was he really that far off?
Sometimes, it is hard to comprehend our adulation, obsession, and devotion to our favorite entertainers, particular those who may be embarrassments to the human race. Some fans are content to live life through someone else rather than living their own. Even sadder is that some fans are so disenchanted with their own life and self-worth, or are hateful and sadistic that they find personal identity, solace, admiration, and inspiration from these individuals. Is this really the standard that one should aim for in life? Do people have much more potential than this?
The reality of the situation is that some of the idols we worship have severe personal problems stemming from: drug abuse and addiction, difficult or abused childhoods, mental health problems, personality disorders, and substandard education. Still others may just may be motivated by greed, power, self indulgence, fame, hate, cruelty, insecurity, jealousy, immaturity, inflated egos, and arrogance. Then there are those that just do not care for anyone at all, including themselves.
There may be a fear among some fans and record company executives that the music industry could not replace or survive without some of these icons. Putting their fears aside, no individual is greater than rock and roll, and that rock and roll will survive and thrive without many of these so called superstars.
What are the dangers of pride, egotism, and narcissism upon individuals, family, friends, community, and society?