Sunday, September 07, 2008

The Return of Britney

In the archives of this blog you will find at least 3 posts that pertain to Britney Spears. But this post will be the first one in which I actually have something positive to say. We have all watched Britney fall to pieces over the last few years and slowly destroy her career and family (and nearly her life). Finally, at the beginning of this year, she was diagnosed with a psychological disorder and began a proper treatment. The past several months have been filled with rumors of her progress. I don't consider myself a Britney fanatic, though I do enjoy her music if if happens to be on. But I have been anxiously waiting for the MTV Video Music Awards to see if she's really better. For her sake and for her children's sake, I was hoping she could overcome her illness.

Tonight was the night of the award show. MTV had been airing teaser commercials featuring the show's host, Russell Brand, and Britney. Then rumors started flying that Brit would open the show. And she did. The show opened with a skit featuring Britney and Jonah Hill (from Superbad) and even though the skit wasn't that funny - those MTV writers aren't always as clever as they think they are - I was immediately thrilled to see that Brit appears to be doing great. She not only looked hot and has gotten back in shape, but there was a clearness in her eyes that I hadn't seen there in at least 4 years. She seemed genuinely amused with being there, she had an air of elegance about her. I don't know how to explain it, can't quite find the words, but there was just something about seeing her tonight which makes me believe that she has completely turned her life back around. She apparently has a new song out called "Pieces of Me" that was released a couple of months ago. Strangely I don't think I've heard it yet, not sure it's getting any airtime at the moment on the local stations here in Springfield. But the video won 3 awards and Britney accepted each award with grace and sincerity. I was glad to see it.

I'm proud of you Britney for surviving the bad times. I hope your health continues to improve and you can regain your relationship with your children and family.

3 comments:

Scott said...

I always felt bad for Britney. I think her main problem was that she was a child living an adults life. Maybe she finally caught up.

Roseykrh said...

I'm the same way. She got instant sex symbol status at the age of 16. I've always been intrigued by her, but not necessarily a fan. Just interested in how her life has played out and I'm actually glad to see that she appears to be overcoming her issues.

Anonymous said...

I agree with both of you guys. I am a Britney fan (I know, I know) but there for a while I was concerned. I actually bought the newest blackout album and thought it was great. She has a newer album coming out and you can hear a piece of the song and see the dance moves on perezhilton.com. It sounds good. Glad to see Brit Brit is back and looking good. Now if someone would only speak to Amy Whinehouse before we lose her.