My top ten most shameful musical likes

What are you going to do? You like what you like. I tend to make very sharp distinctions between a person’s art and their personal lives—something I’ve found very few people do—so some of the guilt here comes from liking less than fully reputable people. But you know, one’s tastes are what they are. Whattayagonna do? I like these artists. So sue me.

Now I should clarify that they aren’t my favorite artists. But I like them enough to not automatically think “Must turn off!!” when I hear them.

10. REO Speedwagon
9. Billy Idol
8. Andy Williams (That voice. I love this guy. Love him!)
7. Michael Jackson (Even child molesters can sing, you know.)
6. George Michael (“Freedom” is one of my favorite songs.)
5. Bee Gees (As is “Stayin’ Alive.” And “How Deep is You love” makes me cry.)
4. Enya
3. Yanni (Yes, I feel shame. Burning deep shame. Yes, I do.)
2. Sarah Brightman
1. Britney Spears



Yes, her loneliness is killing her. And if only I could help her not kill herself. You know. For the sake of the music. Is all. For all of us.