I’m sure you are wondering why I would randomly admit to something that most moms would never dear to think, let alone admit…in writing…on a blog read by thousands of people each month. Actually now that I think about it maybe it wasn’t the best idea—of well, shit happens I guess.
So my kids love Eminem—no, no, not his violent, hate-filled, “ My moms a skank and I don’t care who knows it!” early albums, but his newest album and more specifically the song “I’m Not Afraid”. Now I will be the first to admit that I love Eminem, I find his words compelling, sad and often encouraging, I just think he gets a bad rep. Sure he has said and done things that have made me question his sanity (more than once) but as an artist he is one of the best the rap world has ever seen!
So we’re driving in the car yesterday and “I’m Not Afraid” comes on the radio and not one, not two, but all four of my kids start rapping along with Eminem—it was one of those moments when I wasn’t sure if I should smile or be mortified. To be honest the song is amazing and the radio version (aka the version that has all of the good parts bleeped out) isn’t terrible, so why should I feel bad that my kids love this song? To be honest I don’t feel bad that they know this song, but would I admit that to other moms ? I guess I kinda just did.
You may have to go to YouTube to watch it, but it’s worth it! The song is about him getting clean and not being afraid to admit that he did have a problem, got help and now wants to help other people who are in the same situation get their lives together!
I have a couple of sick kiddos and very little time to actually sit down and write a post…sorry! BUT I didn’t want to leave y’all with nothing so I thought well heck it’s Monday…let’s make Monday better with a little music. So here are a few of my favorite songs right now…enjoy!
Love this song!
Love both of these songs but these two doing a cover of them is genius! LOVE it! They have so many more on YouTube so if you like this one check it out…they kick ass! And get this she is only 14!
