Are You Done Yet?

I feel like my blog asks me this question each time.

I feel like my blog asks me this question each time I am in the midst of writing a post.

I’m waiting for the latest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta to finish downloading and so I thought why not write a blog post while waiting.

Well before writing this post I was checking out the songs on Piece by Piece which is Kelly Clarkson’s latest album. ‘Second Wind’ and ‘Let Your Tears Fall’ are two of my personal favourites. I haven’t heard every single song but I skimmed through the preview tracks on iTunes and then checked out the lyrics too. So, I think my analysis is pretty reliable.

Also while listening to these new tracks, I decided to revisit Thought Catalog. I used to frequent this site a lot more a few months back. But then as time passed, I could not really relate to the new articles and so I stopped. Going back now, I found an interesting article titled, 10 Things I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self About Life And Growing Up and I would say it was a good read.

Anyway, it’s only been a month since my last post in February but it feels like a lot more time has passed. That is probably because of the heavy workload. Where I last left off, I had a total of 12 assignments left. Now, I only have two left and they are both due this week.

If I had to reflect on the past month, I would sound really cliche when I say that it’s been a roller coaster ride but that’s the truth. I know clearly that there were ups and downs but I don’t really remember what I felt at the different points, much like a roller coaster ride. The people around me helped keep me sane if they weren’t adding to the stress and craziness of it all. So, it’s all good I guess?

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I loved my SIP team.

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My documentary team which I have worked with for three major assignments. Proud of our work.

The holidays start next week and they will last for almost two months. I know that I have one week that will be burnt by workshops and another that will be burnt by a camp. Other than that I’m pretty excited to see how the remainder of the holidays play out. I think a good balance between chilling at home and spending time out with friends and family would be ideal. It would be nice to try out something new and productive like volunteering with friends. Not too sure if they are up for that though. It has also been a really long time since I went bowling, so I really desperately want to bowl during the holidays. But I am fine with the usual activities like karaoke-ing and shopping and eating too.

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Hope to see more of these people during the holidays: Part 1.

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Hope to see more of these people during the holidays: Part 2.

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Hope to see more of these people during the holidays: Part 3.

There are a lot of other people I would hope to see more of during the holidays but I just used the latest pictures on my Twitter above. So, #NoShade. Will probably write a more detailed post about holiday plans in the coming week or the week after.

Until then,

PEACE OUT.

P.S: The #RHOA episode just finished downloading. Yay!

5 Singers I’d pay to see LIVE in concert Pt. 3

So it’s time for the third and final part in this series. Just in case you missed out on the first 2 parts, here are the links below.

Part 1: https://minuteswitharavind.wordpress.com/2013/06/16/5-singers-id-pay-to-see-live-in-concert

Part 2: https://minuteswitharavind.wordpress.com/2013/06/17/5-singers-id-pay-to-see-live-in-concert-pt-2/

Before we see who came in first, let’s take a look at the people who didn’t quite make the list.

Reject #1: Lady Gaga

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I have been a fan from her first album, “The Fame”. All thanks to me buying her album when I only knew about 2 of her songs. #LOL But although her new music might be described by some as “creepy”, “weird” or “annoying”, I think that it’s just different. I like most of her songs. I mean, I’d listen to half her songs on repeat. Totally love, “Edge of Glory” & “Marry the Night”. I feel like as long as I find a way to relate to it or understand the song then I’m fine with it.

Although she has great music, I just don’t think I’m that BIG of a fan to enjoy her performance live. Cause while her die-hard fans will be screaming and shouting, I’ll just be like… Shut up please.  So I’ll focus more on the annoying people(no offence) instead of enjoying the songs and so I’d rather not waste my money. I’m just not that crazy for gaga, I guess.

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The probability of Lady Gaga returning to Singapore is pretty high in my opinion. She was here just last year. So maybe she’ll be back next year or so when she goes on tour to promote her new album. Speaking of new album, I can’t wait to see what new songs she’ll have!(Not that I’ve heard that a new album is in production but just assuming)

Sidenote: She looks great with brown hair! Why didn’t I know about this? #Damn

Reject #2: Olly Murs 

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I’m really not a huge fan of Olly. He has some great, catchy songs but that’s about it. But I can’t be too sure cause there are songs by him that I haven’t heard just yet. So, I might give it a go but no way I’d pay to see him live in concert cause I don’t know enough songs to enjoy the performance! I actually don’t even know why I considered him in the first place when making this list. #Hmmm

The probability of Olly coming to Singapore? Kinda high. He hasn’t been here yet.(I think) So if he doesn’t come here to promote his latest album this year then we’ll just have to wait till his next album.(Same Ol’, Same Ol’)

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My favourite songs by him are basically, “Army of Two”, “Dance With Me Tonight”, “Heart Skips a Beat” & “Oh My Goodness”. I love these 4 songs but that’s about it. Mostly his singles if you noticed. So yeah.

This leads us to the top spot which goes to…

#1: Kelly Clarkson

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Kelly Clarkson, is the complete package when it comes to a singer, in my opinion. She’s beautiful and has a great voice which she uses to sing really meaningful and inspiring songs. Maybe not all her songs are meaningful to you but they are definitely relatable. Everyone will probably be able to relate to at least one of her many songs. And I think that the ability to relate is something that is kinda missing in songs, nowadays.

I’ve liked her since I heard her song, “Breakaway” from her first album. I didn’t even know she had won American Idol back then. But what truely made me a huge fan is her latest album, “Stronger”. I like almost every single song on that album. I couldn’t relate to some of the songs but the beat and tune were just nice to listen to. And then when she released her, “Greatest Hits: Chapter 1” album, I totally loved the two new songs that were part of the album. “Catch My Breath” & “People Like Us” were just #PERFECT.

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The last time, Kelly was in Singapore was three years ago back in April 2010. So, I’d say the odds of her returning are pretty high. Since, she’s been here once, she’ll come back right? Or at least I hope so. Just like the others on this list, hopefully she’ll come back once to promote a new album in the future. And I’ll spend whatever I have to, to get the best tickets. That is if, my friends are coming with me. No way, I’m going to a concert alone.

I love a lot of Kelly Clarkson’s songs and there are just way too many to mention. Basically her first album and her latest album. Love them lots. Here’s one of her latest music videos. Totally love the concept and lyrics. #TotesRelatable

So that’s it! That’s the complete list of 5 Singers, I’d pay to see LIVE in concert. Hope I had some people in there that you would have. But who would be on your list? Remember to leave your comments if you’ve thought about it! Till next time…

PEACE OUT