| Name |
Views and Comments | Date |
| Susan |
Goodnight Michael, nice talking to you too. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
Thanks susan, it was nice talking to u, i see where u come from and understand what ur trying to say, Goodnight |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Ok, so you have some idea of where we are coming from. That's good. As for the band members, that's the price you pay when you let someone in your band say those things. The band isn't exactly unfamiliar with problems from others in the band. They can do something about it if they don't want to suffer because of her mouth. I mean, if you allow someone to speak out like that, and don't say that she isn't speaking for all of them, or something to that effect, if you you can understand what I am saying, then you have to deal with the consequences. Every action has a consequence. Every time you allow someone to speak out like that, you take the risk of having to suffer the same set of consequences they do unless you do something about it. I mean, they can certainly distance themselves from the problem if they don't like the response to the situation they get. Does that make any sense? Right now I am just trying to state my opinion on the matter and of course there will people who will disagree but what can I say? It's not like the others don't have voices of their own. To that end, I need to end this for tonight. Everyone is free to have their own opinions, I just ask that you think about it, and be respectful. You don't have to agree with me, but don't make it out to be that my family is "only following orders" as has been said. If we didn't believe in the administration of our country, we wouldn't be risking our families for it. As the Bible says, "let he who is without sin, cast the first stone". Just remember all those who are fighting to protect us, and be supportive. Don't patronize or minimalize the situation. Think of how you would feel if we hadn't acted when we did and then the weapons that may or may not exist were turned on us? That thought scare the crap out of me. I would rather act against the possible danger than sit by and do nothing and then be hit by the weapons no one could prove weren't there. Intel may now say that there was a possible mistake, but I for one, am glad we didn't take that chance. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
the other band members careers are in the ruins now, so i dont think they should be blamed also, and there music banned |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
Well i guess when she said it i was upset a little too, but i took it as her saying that shes mad he put the troops lives in danger. And i also think its not fair for the other band members who didnt have any part. So i guess thats really why im taking up for them |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
I saw the same special. I think the thing that upset the people the most is that she said she was ashamed of the President. Like I said, a lot of us think that is just a way of saying she is ashamed of all the people out there fighting too. And even more disturbing was how she came out and said she didn't remember what she said, and also said that it stood for "Freedom, Understanding, Truth, and Knowledge" when it was easily understood to be a dig at TK. Ok, the poster was in bad taste too, but it was kind of funny. I mean, here she said she was ashamed of our National Leader, and he put up a poster. Which is worse? Poster? Statement and then shirt? I go with the statement and then shirt. Toby is out there trying to show his respect for the troops, she is out there saying she is ashamed. I go for supporting the troops, not bad mouthing our president on foreign soil. You see the point we are all trying to make? It's what she said, and how she said it. Not the fact that she voiced her opinion. I don't think anyone is saying she doesn't have that right, she has the right to her own opinion. But as an icon for America, she shouldn't have said it the way she did. You gotta support your country, you gotta support our leaders, not just throw them to the wolves because you disagree with it. The man is doing his best to protect the rights and freedoms of a hell of a lot of people, don't bad mouth him for that. And for petesake, don't go around disrespecting the people out there shedding blood to protect you. That's all anyone here that is against her is trying to say. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
so after i stated my opinion, thats when fan started, so i figured i would start back |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
Well the only reason I came on this board is because the other day i was watching a dixie chicks vs toby keith special on cmt. I heard before what she did and everything, and i knew it was wrong of her, but when i was watching the cmt special it was showing step by step what natalie did to toby with the shirt, and everything, then it showed how toby keith put up a poster of natalie and saddamn hussein hugging, so i was thinking to my self, it was bad what she did and all but its not fair that everyone is banning her music for what she did, and everyone just laughed with toby about the poster. |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Michael, I see that Fan attacked you.... that too was not right. You did and do have the right to your opinions as does everyone. Fan sometimes gets carried away with the comments but just remember to respect other people. No, I am not in charge of this board and I don't think I am. I just hate it when people get into the "childish" parts of this issue. We are all entitled to our opinions, I obviously have my opinion. I just get really heated up about this because I have family out there fighting for these people and they say that they are "just following orders" and that the President was wrong for committing us to the fight. Many people out there have family fighting. Yes, new intel suggests that the weapons aren't there, but at the time, President Bush did what he thought was best and for Natalie to say she is ashamed he is from Texas is really a way of saying she is ashamed of all the men and women out there fighting. At least that is my opinion. It is just really sad that she had to handle it the way she did, and to set the record straight, Toby Keith couldn't honor his father as a military hero a long time ago in this way, because he didn't die until last year. I feel that even though you may not agree with the President, he is doing all that he can to make sure we are safe and the intel at the time said that we were in danger so he had to send out the troops. It just isn't right that he isn't supported by everyone when it is everyone he is trying to protect. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
lol ok, im sorry that i offended u in anyway, i was just trying to get back at fan |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Michael, thank goodness. I really wouldn't want to be arguing with my nephew on this board. Not that I am attacking you or anything, it's just that he is my favorite nephew and you startled me, see I got him into country music and I really was praying you weren't him. I wouldn't want to hurt him for all the money in the world. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
Well susan, im from Tallahassee Florida |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Michael, where are you from please? I have a 16 year old nephew named Michael and I certainly hope you aren't him. And just to make a small correction, it's lashes out and unfortunately, I taught that to my nephew... |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
susan im 16, when i first started on this board, i stated my opinion and fan was the first one to attack me, so i fought back, u might think i dont have respect but i do, but i was taught if someones leashes out at u, leash back, that was the only thing im trying to prove |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Michael, ok fine, you are younger than me, you must not have been taught to respect other people. I certainly hope someone teaches you respect for others. You know, the golden rule and all. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
well susan, i see ur point, but im really younger than u. do u thing someone over 30 would have comments like me |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
and another thing susan, im younger than u so dont give me that bull |
7/8/2003 |
| Susan |
Brandon,
You are RIGHT on the money. In case you didn't notice, I have personal knowledge. YOU must know her family too.
Michael, age doesn't really matter when it comes to opinion. Tact is what matters. Tact and respect. Don't go picking a fight with someone just because you don't think they are OLD enough. Last time I checked, knowledge isn't based on age, neither is respect. YOU may be older but I don't think you are wiser. If your wondering, I'm in my 30's. Care to read any of my comments and say that I am ignorant?
Fan, don't stoop to the level that Michael has. Apparently, Michael doesn't know too much for an older person if he doesn't know that respect is ageless and so is knowledge and intelligence which don't always go hand in hand. As for your opinions about the Dixie Chix, well you and I obviously care enough and feel the same way about how they treated the whole issue. We both agree that everyone has their own right to speak their own minds but some just say it better than others. Keep up the good work.
Angela, thanks for taking the time to read my postings and thanks for the awesome, it is really appreciated. |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
alright, well people bring on any new opinions! |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
well i guess i will have to argue with u later, bye, and go chicks |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
ahh..yea arguing is quite fun..and yea i am currently scouring the net for a job, so i can stop wasting my time here! |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
lol ur alright, i like to argue with u, you make it fun. I thought u came from university of florida or something, u remind me of my cousin u graduated there |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
just a small kinda unknown one from Ohio. Bowling Green State University |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
what university |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
no teacher here..graduate yes |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
did u graduate from college or something? Or u talk like ur a teacher or something |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
No I said, your words were one of a 3rd grader. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
well u said i acted like a 3 year old |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
I mentioned your comments were childish. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
well u always said i was childish i was gonna let u make a run for the money |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
why would that matter? Your opinions are what count, I don't care about your age. |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
lol if u only knew how old i was u wouldnt waste ur time on me |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
what does this matter? |
7/8/2003 |
| Michael |
fan how old are u |
7/8/2003 |
| fan |
nevermind Michael. you just don't understand |
7/7/2003 |
| Michael |
fan, how did I dodge the issue, I still think the dixie chicks are better. Thank You |
7/7/2003 |
| fan |
Michael,
It's nice how you dodge the issue when people prove you wrong. Hope you are feeling well. Goodnight. |
7/7/2003 |
| Brandon |
I think Natalie is basically jealous because Toby Keith is a gifted songwriter who worked hard to get to the top, when Natalie had to join an already-made group to get attention. Toby's songs are very catchy and his band is incredible, and I think Natalie is just taking a swipe at him because he's in the spotlight.
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7/7/2003 |
| Michael |
Thanks Anonymous One, your the only one that can pretty much see it like I do. Im sorry u feel that way about the chicks, but its America, and ur freedom, but I think they should be forgiven, I understand they shouldnt have done what they did, but everyone should have a second chance. Maybe in the future they will be forgiven. |
7/7/2003 |
| Michael |
Thanks fan for the nice compliment. I appreciated it very much. As for you, if you don't like what I say, you don't have to comment, or read it. I thought i made that very clear earlier??? Maybe its just me but you sound like a self centered little brat. But maybe its just me, naw, its everyone... So dont ever say anything with my name in it again... Appreciate it very much!!! Thanks |
7/7/2003 |
| fan |
Well put Michael, that insult makes your ignorance even more noticeable. Get your 3rd grade garbage mouth out of here. Stop writing about things that you dream about.
As for your thoughts: Toby's father died last year.Therefore he couldn't have written the song "a long time ago". Oh and funny, I thought all artists sang for other things than money. It is a career, obviously they are trying to make money. Seriously you came into this conversation way too late. Please go home |
7/7/2003 |
| Anonymous One |
Michael, after writing my comment, I noticed your new comment, and I respect what you had to say- At least you took into account both sides of the account. However, what the Chicks did was something so disgusting that I will never have any respect for any beliefs or thoughts they may have |
7/7/2003 |
| Anonymous One |
Michael, after writing my comment, I noticed your new comment, and I respect what you had to say- At least you took into account both sides of the account. However, what the Chicks did was something so disgusting that I will never have any respect for any beliefs or thoughts they may have |
7/7/2003 |
| Anonymous One |
Michael- you are just a complete p.u.d. - Pathetic Unintelligent and Dim-witted. You have the right to be a dixie chicks fan and as hard as it is for me to comprehend that fact, it is your right. You however do not have a choice of being what you have become- which is a P.U.D.
The Dixie Chicks have every right to say what they want to say about their beliefs- go ahead, this is America. However, there are two problems with the way they went about it.
1. -Never, ever go to a foreign country and use your fame your country has given you to undermine your government at a time of war. That is unprofessional, unethical and simply an unbelievable course of action to take. Screw them, forever.......
2. After doing the unthinkable, they cry like little babies about how their remarks should not affect their careers, endorsements and images. That is simply the most ridiculous thought I can imagine. Imagine yourself, walking around trash talking your boss, wait sorry, bad example- I can't imagine anyone hiring a P.U.D. like you. I'll try this again- Imagine an actor or actress who comes out an says something derogatory about Southerners, Northerners, Westerners, gays, minorities, the rich, or the poor and then turns around and cries- Oh why don't they come see me in my movie, that whole "Me, Me, Me approach." I don't give a damn if it's politics or if it's preferential biases, they are one in the same and if you want to take that path and vocalize your opinions as the Chicks have done, there is going to be prices to be paid- just check the poll. If you have problems understanding the poll, let me know and I will explain it in a simpler fashion.
Patriot Goddess or Town Who^e- Please do not and I repeat do not ever write another message on this comments page. Your earlier message talked about others ignorance and you are the one who spelled ignorance like this- ignorent and ignorence. You should keep your opinions to yourself, because you are the one who is in fact IGNORANT. Also, in the same message, you actually spelled terrorist this way- TERREST?????? -Are you serious? HAHA- that is one of the saddest things I have ever read. I really don't like to do this, but well, you’re a P.U.D. as well....
Just to prove my point, people's opinions carry repercussions, so after reading this you probably will not like me, but well, I'm an adult and can deal with it, whereas the Whiner Girls.........
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7/7/2003 |
| fan |
Michael, get a clue, your not welcome here. |
7/7/2003 |
| Michael |
angela why dont u mind ur own buisness???? :) |
7/7/2003 |
| Michael |
Go chicks! |
7/7/2003 |
| Bark87 |
Anne your pissing me off! You come this bored and write crap about how much you hate your life and nobody loves you! And making everyone feeling sorry for you. And we don't now why! Your not telling us. You are changing the subject here! We discussing how much the dixie chicks suck and they should all go to hell. You now what? I was on the same road as you. I looked down the barral of a rifel before. Then I relize that there was more to life. You will find it. You are going to have to except who you are. Everyone is here for a reason. Find it. Things will get better. In time anyway. |
7/7/2003 |
| angela |
Michael.. why don't you find a new board! |
7/7/2003 |
| angela |
Anne.... stay strong... God does not hate one thing about you... you shouldn't either.. you will make it through whatever you are going through. Your problem might be like a tall mountain and you might get a few bumps and bruises but.. wounds heal. You can make it.. just don't give up.
As for Susan.... WOW! That was awesome what you said! |
7/6/2003 |
| ann coulter |
what's the point? |
7/6/2003 |
| Susan |
Truth, Actually, it is about a guy getting out of a prison, which if you check into the writer you will find, is not about a prison such as jail, it is about a guy getting out of a p.o.w. camp. Perhaps you may disagree with me on that song but that is your right as an American. The point is, there are songs out that that are patriotic and they were written long before the Iraqi movement. Anyway, while I do not want to get into a "pissing" contest over one song, you may want to look around and see all the yellow ribbons. You know, the ribbons are for remembering those who are not able to be with us at the moment. It is a song about remembering your loved ones and the loved ones around you. Do you think that someone just thought of putting yellow ribbons up for no reason? NO, they do it to remember,which was the point of my comment. I should also note, if you have read any of my comments at all, people just need to remember what is going on and if there are songs about remembering, well, then, in my book, they are patriotic. As long as they invoke the emotion of remembering your loved ones. People are caught up in the moment of now, but now is not what we need to think about. We need to think about the past and the future. Do not mistake me for saying that we should live in the past, but as a wise man once said, "Those who do not remember the past are destined to relive it." I personally do not want to relive a time when we did not have the freedoms we do now. I do not want to relive a time when we were afraid of even going outside for fear of an attack on our home land. Likewise, I do not care to think about the possibility of my children having to grow up fearing that at any moment, some jerk like Saddam Hussein or Osama Bin Laden can do something like the attack on the Twin Towers. I want my children to grow up feeling proud to be an American, in the land of the the free, knowing that there are a great deal of people who died to make sure they have the right to think for themselves and feel that they are not from an "unworthy" race or religion. My view is that if you are ashamed of someone who is doing everything he can to make sure you are safe and free then maybe your values are not all they should be. I have family members that have gone overseas to make sure that EVERYONE has the right to free thought and speech and even though I pray they come home safely, I am proud of the fact that they are serving their country and their President. You see, they are not just following orders, they are protecting your rights as well as mine. For someone to go to foreing soil and say they are ashamed of the President is saying they are ashamed of their country as far as I am concerned and that just isn't cool. If you aren't happy where you are, then leave. Don't go running your mouth off to people you shouldn't and then come home and expect people who have family trying to preserve your rights, and even shedding blood for you, to be happy about it. Like I said, I am only stating my opinion but from the looks of this board, there are more than enough people who feel the same way I do. You have your opinion, and it is your right to have it, and say it. Just say it in a way that is respectful, and appropriate. Too many men, women, and children have died to do it any other way. As for me, when I go to D.C. and see the war memorials and all the names of those who died for my freedom, well, I certainly am not ashamed or embarrassed and will NOT forget them. You are more than welcome to go to D.C. and see the memorials yourself and then you tell me if you are ashamed of your President for trying to make sure that it does not repeat itself. For that matter, turn on the television, or the radio, or even read the newspaper and then come back here and tell everyone who has someone over there fighting, that you are ashamed of them. Tell Jessica Linch you are ashamed of her. Tell the people in New York you are ashamed of them. Go to your local VFW and tell all those people you are ashamed of them. And then remember that if it wasn't for them, who can guarantee that you would be here and be free to sit at your computer and type your feelings on this board. I sure as hell am not about to say that. Maybe your interpretation of someof the songs I mentioned are different then mine, but at least I have the right to my own interpretation and to my own feelings. I have the right to have as many children as I want. I have the right to vote. I have the right to free speech. How many other countries deny their people those rights? How many people have to die for people to see that one person's way thinking is not the only way it is? How many people have to die in concentration camps, P.O.W. camps and on the battle field for people to see that freedom is the best way? Do you enjoy your freedom? I certainly enjoy mine. I enjoy watching my children playing in the streets without worrying that some psycho is going to send more psychos to make them suffer for thinking freely. I enjoy watching kids play without worry at playgrounds. I am really glad that my kids aren't forced into some army by the time they are 10. My kids have the freedom to choose their jobs, their spouses, their meals, and their religion. So do all American kids. Do you want someone to come along and take away that right? Not me! If I have to fight for my kids to have the right to be free... then so be it. I am not ashamed of that. Are you? |
7/6/2003 |
| Squidward |
I hate the Dixie Chicks because they made fun of my clarinet playing. |
7/6/2003 |
| ann coulter |
i hate everything about myself. |
7/6/2003 |
| The Truth |
Susan: Tie a Yellow Ribbon was not written to be a patriotic song. It's about a guy who is getting out of prison. Listen to the lyrics. |
7/6/2003 |
| tk4ever |
Does anybody know where I can find shirtless pics of Toby? |
7/6/2003 |
| Michael |
ann, whats wrong? maybe u should seek medical attention. Maybe they can help u |
7/6/2003 |
| ann coulter |
i am so lonely. no one likes me. |
7/6/2003 |
| Michael |
Out of all the comments that I have read, I believe that Patriot Goddess put it right. |
7/6/2003 |
| Patriot Goddess |
Not that I agree the t-shirt was in good tast on behalf of Dixie Chicks singer, but it was in much poorer tast that Toby Keith chose to retaliate in the same childish way. His song has heart and for that it is a great song. In terms of it's information and truth it is in "fact" ignorent. Many people have different opinions that is what makes our country great the ability to be an individual. Does Toby Kieth really want to be known as the guy pissing on the Dixie Chicks on a bumber sticker, if so he needs to grow up. Personally I have more faith in him than that. To both of them, sing on believe in what you beleive but be adults.
Sorry one last note: as I read through the posts I had to ask myself are we adults who can debate in a probper forum or children who can only say swear because we don't know how to get our point across with intellegence? Just food for thought.
It is still our country weather we like DC or TK or Both and remember United we stand Divided we Fall...
Our most valid position of strength and nobility is the one where we know when to stop. Just because we have the power doesnt' mean we should use it all that is what a weak country or a terrest would do. Hopefully our president is strong enough and knows we are powerful enough to be Powerful and Noble in the face of terror. |
7/6/2003 |
| Michael |
angela find a new board please!!!! |
7/5/2003 |
| Disabled Vet. |
Dixie Chicks, pitiful, just plain pitiful. Im sorry they have lost touch with everyday America. You can't listen when your talking.... |
7/5/2003 |
| angela |
Man a lot has gone on on this board!
Ann~ Stick in there, people love you!
Fan~ You speak the truth, we think a lot a like... but I guess TK fans think alike. Way to show Andrea the other songs, I bet ya she is speechless!
Micheal~ Shut up!!! Please!
J.R.~ Good one!
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7/5/2003 |
| Michael |
lol allan jackson... good one |
7/5/2003 |
| Alan Jackson |
If you liked my "Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning" you will love my "Where Were You When They Built the Ladder to Heaven" that was featured on SOUTH PARK in 2002. I donated all of the proceeds from the song to, uh, myself. |
7/5/2003 |
| Brian Radcliff |
Natalie should sing, not talk! |
7/5/2003 |
| Bark87 |
Fan you forgot
Alan Jackson "where were you when the world stop turning" a song totaly about 9/11. And there was another song called "have you forgotten". So take that you bitch Andrea!! |
7/5/2003 |
| J.R. |
Michael- you are a tree-hugging wussy boy who needs a boot shoved up your vagina. Buy a vowel, get a clue and don't bother me anymore. Your entity is not worth your existence. Go to France and have a shot of reality. |
7/5/2003 |
| Michael |
fan, you need to go back home and get the news paper off your mama's table, and look under the classifieds and get a job, instead of staying on this board and judging other peoples comments. Just because your obsessed with toby keith doesnt mean you have to get an attitude towards people who take up for the dixie chicks. |
7/4/2003 |
| fan |
Michael, Are president?........go back to school before you post here again. Obviously you are not intelligent enough to post here. |
7/4/2003 |
| Susan |
Ann, as I look further through the board I see that your question of late is not meant for the discussion. As for a reason to go on, there are more than one reason. There is the fact that you were put here for a reason. It may not seem like it now, but if you weren't meant to be, then you wouldn't be. Someone must have cared enough about you to bring you into the world. And, even though I do not know you, I believe there is no problem that cannot be handled so if you need someone to talk to, then please do so here. Not everyone may answer you but I do know that there are people who care about you and if you are having personal problems in your life, someone can help. I am certainly willing to hear whatever you want to put in print. Maybe together we can talk things out and see how things can be changed or improved or bettered for you. Obviously, something is really upsetting you and you need to talk about it with someone, if you feel that this is not the appropriate place to talk it out then maybe you will consider seeking the advice of a friend, (or possibly you feel that you might not have a close enough friend, which I hope is NOT the case) or I am sure someone in your community can help. Please do not take the steps that it seems the tone of your comments are leading to. |
7/4/2003 |
| Susan |
Ann, I am not sure your question is easily understood. Do you mean a reason to keep going with this discussion? Or what? AS for a reason to continue this discussion, that would be a personal choice. As for anything else, well, there are a lot of reasons I can think of. Open ended statements like yours can leave room for many interpretations and I certainly hope you mean a reason to continue the discussion. |
7/4/2003 |
| Michael |
Toby u need a boot up ur ass F.U.T.K!!!! Go chicks |
7/4/2003 |
| Susan |
Andrea, if you feel that Toby Keith took advantage of the situation you are definitely wrong. Toby was writing to honor his father for his bravery and honoring the other soldiers for their bravery. As for how many patriotic songs, well the best songs I can think of are Lee Greenwoods, "God Bless the USA" and "Tie a yellow ribbon 'round the old oak tree" as well as the ever popular National Anthem and "Stuck in Sigon" and if you like for me to continue, I would have to not just simply state them here as there are too many to count. If you truly think that going into another country and saying that you are ashamed of your President is patriotic well then perhaps you should look up the definition of patriotic. Or better yet, join the military. Then we will see who is more patriotic. Furthermore, you might consider checking into Toby Keith's background and then while you are at it, check into Natalie's. You see, I grew up in the same town she did, and I even know her family. For her to say that she is ashamed of President Bush is completely against anything I have ever heard her family say. If anyone is taking advantage of the situation it is her. |
7/4/2003 |
| Tarzan's lady |
george u are totally right. tk all the way. |
7/3/2003 |
| george |
dixie chicks are a disgrace to this country. If they don't appreciate it there are other places that they can live |
7/3/2003 |
| ann coulter |
i'm miserable. can someone please give me a reason to keep going? |
7/3/2003 |
| tk4ever |
Angela where did you see Toby's chest? I would do anything for a shirtless picture of him!!! |
7/3/2003 |
| fan |
why don't you move on? you sure decided to pop your head in and say a few words. |
7/3/2003 |
| Justin |
Why don't you people move on and find something really important to talk about. |
7/3/2003 |
| fan |
Oh here we go Andrea,TRUE it does not make them less talented, but they pissed off some of their loyal fans and did not appologize. I'm not saying she has to apologize for saying what she said, but apologize to her fans or maybe explain more of what she meant. But I mentioned this point earlier, example: You have been watching your favorite TV show for years and recently an episode contained issues or actions that offended you. You may decide that you will no longer watch this show and talk bad about it, right??? They are still talented actors, but they made a comment or action that didn't appeal to you. Just an example showing how actions/words can change an opinion of an individual, of which it has done here with the chicks.
Now, back to the taking advantage garbage.....He wrote the song to honor his father, and yes he included the recent war. I never knew there was something wrong with singing a song about a recent event in history..Oh and to answer your question about how many "Pro-America songs have been written pre 9/11......Here is a list of 8 ALBUMS devoted to "Pro-America"..so whats that about 80-90 songs? Oh and I'm sure there ate plenty more albums out htere as well sweetheart. Here it is::
Our America: 15 Patriotic Songs by Our Children ~ Young American All Stars
Sing America ~ Various Artists
Patriotic Music of America ~ The American Military Band
American Patriot ~ Lee Greenwood
Sousa: Marches Forever ~ John Philip Sousa (Composer)
This Land Is Your Land - Songs Of Freedom ~ Various Artists
United We Stand: Songs for America [Oglio] ~ Various Artists
God Bless the U.S.A. ~ Lee Greenwood
want me to find more for you? Or does this prove your point wrong enough?
The entertainemnt industry is such a powerful part of today's pop culture and many people rely on it to get away from sadness,boredom,depression. With these "Pro-America" songs, it is nice to hear people stand up and fight for their country and defend her honor. Some poeple think we should ignore it and it will go away, well it wont. The inspiration from Toby's song touched many people. If you have seen his video when he is with the troops you would understand. They have been fighting real hard and the faces on these soldiers was undescribable as to the joy and inspiration they got from hearing such a song in the gruesome reality of WAR. They knew what they were fighting for and this gave them hope and a break from fighting a harsh war.
So in that,thanks for reading. |
7/3/2003 |
| angela |
Andrea.... the reason why a lot of people don't listen to their music anymore is mainly because they weren't adults about it... they shouldn't have said what they said in time and place of where they did it. It just wasn't right. We don't care if you listen to the Dixie Chicks. I don't think it is right that people say Toby is using the war to better his career. |
7/3/2003 |
| Andrea |
The Dixie Chicks are as talented as any band can get - just because they happen to have opinions that differ from your average war monger doesn't make them terrible people or any less talented. At least some people aren't afraid that their opinion will affect their career. Toby Keith is just trying to take advantage of all the war-hype anyway. How many pro-America songs have you heard before Sept. 11th? Not that many. He can go back to singing his new age "country" and I for one will stick to The Chicks. |
7/3/2003 |
| angela |
Once again, I agree with fan. As I was reading what this Max wrote, I was recalling that Natalie never regretted what she said.
Jimbo... not all Americans are just white.. they are all kinds of people.. they live in America now, they have the same freedom as we all do.
Sorry tk4ever.. I can't help ya out there.
Sorry you feel that way ann.. what's wrong?
I agree Dusty |
7/3/2003 |
| Dusty |
Eveyone should be held accountable for what they say. If you can't take the heat shut up. If it is petty to choose who you will be a fan of by there actions and words call me petty. Without standards and morals you are nothing and it will show in the end. |
7/3/2003 |
| Richard |
Go Toby!!!!!FUDC |
7/2/2003 |
| ann coulter |
i hate myself. i'm a very unhappy person. |
7/2/2003 |
| fan |
Listen here Max, First of all, natalie has not regretted what she said. She may have regretted how she said it, but not that she said it. So let me ask you this, if someone you like says or does something you disagree with, do you automatically forgive them? Even if they feel as though they did nothing wrong? If so, good for you.
So your basically saying that if someone disagrees with one's actions/opinions, then they are ignorant...that is what your 2nd sentence says. Thanks Max. |
7/2/2003 |
| tk4ever |
I wish someone would let me know how to find some shirtless pics of Toby! |
7/2/2003 |
| Jimbo |
I think the Dixie Chick dessicrate the word Dixie. I am proud of my Southern haritage and I don't care who that upsets. If yall don't agree well stay away from here. It's time the real Americans took the country back from all the emigrants and minrities who take all of our jobs. |
7/2/2003 |
| Max |
if anyone is a true dixie chicks fan, it shouldnt matter what one of them said. and those of you who aren't a fan anymore because of what natalie said, you are ignorant, everyone has said something they regret or want to take back, but you have probably been forgiven for it. so just get over your pettiness. |
7/2/2003 |
| angela |
Way to go fan. That is exactly what I think. Toby Keith all the way! |
7/1/2003 |
| fan |
Linda, what exaclty is your problem? Have you read any of my posts? I have no problems with other opinions. Just upset at the damn chicks for doing what they did and supporting Toby. People can say what they want, they just need to choose the right place to say it. They lost many fans and sales and had death threats from what they did. It just wasn't smart. Please pay attention next time Linda. Thanks. |
7/1/2003 |
| angela |
I agree with brian. tkrever... you are funny. Linda, you are all wrong. I don't think fan is trying to say anything like that. I think it is actually amusing to hear what you and Curt have to say about why you think it was right for what Natalie did. |
7/1/2003 |
| tk4ever |
OMG I always imagined Toby had a hairy chest. Does anyone know where I can find pictures of it??? |
7/1/2003 |
| Bark87 |
curt you need to take off you scurt and get all of the sand out of your Virginia. Please you really need to. You sound like a pricken moron. |
7/1/2003 |
| Tarzan's lady |
i agree w u 2 brian. |
7/1/2003 |
| Tarzan's lady |
any time angela. tk all the way. |
7/1/2003 |
| Linda |
Curt, don't bother with fan. He's an example of the unfortunate state of our country, the idea that "I'm wrapping myself in the flag, and if you disagree with my opinions, you're not patriotic." If you try to have an intelligent exchange with him, he will resort to name calling (like most of the others here) and vote for Toby Keith another 5000 or 6000 times. The anger, hatred, and intolerance on this board is more amusing than it is upsetting. Unlike Natalie Maines, these people are voicing their opinions in complete anonymity. |
7/1/2003 |
| brian |
i think that all of you people who are not backing our country should go live in a country like cuba or russia, then lets hear you degrade this awesome country |
7/1/2003 |
