Rufus Wainwright
Want
Talk about it.
Want
Message in a bottle.
Dear Rufus. I'm writing this because I really need to say a few things to you. I'm a straight guy but it makes no difference, I just want to tell you that I'm a bit worried about what you said on your "Want" double album insert, quote, "let's take it for granted that these albums are flawed".
In a very short space of time Rufus I have bought all your albums and your DVD. That should tell you something Rufus.
I've trawled the internet and I've seen some of the critics comments and quite frankly it is actually they who are flawed Rufus not your heart's work. You should not just hear from so called knowledgable critics Rufus, you need to hear from average people like me. You see, in a way I reckon that I am better off than you Rufus because I know nothing about how music is constructed, absolutely no idea. I only know how I feel when I listen.
The first I heard of your amazing musical vision, was Agnus Dei and two and a half weeks later Rufus I've purchased everything, I mean everything. Why? Because your music, Agnus Dei touched my emotions, the words I did not understand, I only responded to the feeling it gave to me.
Is that not the truest of responses Rufus? Since then you've given me a tough time because you and I have become inseperable, truly. You've changed me Rufus and I'm not sure that you know just how powerful you are and how influential your music is. Don't get me wrong, I'm not fawning over you like some love struck puppy but I think you are a really amazing and great guy. When I was younger I always thought being a man was about being tough, I know what it's like to have my arm raised in the boxing ring Rufus, I've stayed with boxing for a good few years and very soon I'll be involved at ringside again. But you have given me something, a gift of true understanding I never knew I had. They put me on a Diversity course at work Rufus, and even brought in two transexual people to talk to us. I got an outstanding course report Rufus so you would guess from that I understand these types of issues, right. Wrong Rufus, I just new what answers they wanted to hear. Only now, after listening to you Rufus, do I feel that now I understand, empathise with and cherish gay people. I love you Rufus but not in that way. It's just that you have given me some more dimension to my life. I cupped my fathers head in my hands the other day, kissed him on the cheek and said "love you mate" . I need to thankyou Rufus for "Dinner at eight"!
I happen to love all of your work, each track. Sometimes it takes a third playing but always I end up loving your musical talent, your work, your children because that's how precious your music is Rufus. You launched your work into the world Rufus, you placed it in the ocean of life and it found me and many like me. I call them Rufus-people and they too are all lovely, each and every one. Why? Because you Rufus, me and all of these wonderful people share an emotional, irresistable bond that gives us weird feelings, wonderful feelings, all,about your life's music.
"Flawed"!!!!!! please please please no Rufus, not flawed. I need you to see the gift of genius you have. I need to reach out to you. Beg, borrow or steal your way into this wonderful forum of Rufus people and judge for yourself the depth of love and warmth your music generates. You are truly gifted, you change lives. You are not a Messiah, just an extraordinary lovely guy with a remarkable gift. Keep it pure Rufus, keep being yourself for that is what we love and simply no more than that.
I have to put this message in the bottle now Rufus and I am pushing it out into the ocean right now. I hope that any posts upon it will be waves carrying it ever closer to your shore. God speed to it. I remember that Terry Waite the hostage once recieved a single post card in the midst of all his doubt which gave him hope. Perhaps, just perhaps this message in a bottle will give you hope Rufus. That your work, your truly amazing music, your astonishing lyrics,will indeed,be judged kindly by history. If this bottle finds it's way Rufus, please, if you can find it in your heart, give us a sign that we have given you back just a tiny something of the feelings you so freely give to us.
Neili...just thought I'd share this.
Dear Rufus. I'm writing this because I really need to say a few things to you. I'm a straight guy but it makes no difference, I just want to tell you that I'm a bit worried about what you said on your "Want" double album insert, quote, "let's take it for granted that these albums are flawed".
In a very short space of time Rufus I have bought all your albums and your DVD. That should tell you something Rufus.
I've trawled the internet and I've seen some of the critics comments and quite frankly it is actually they who are flawed Rufus not your heart's work. You should not just hear from so called knowledgable critics Rufus, you need to hear from average people like me. You see, in a way I reckon that I am better off than you Rufus because I know nothing about how music is constructed, absolutely no idea. I only know how I feel when I listen.
The first I heard of your amazing musical vision, was Agnus Dei and two and a half weeks later Rufus I've purchased everything, I mean everything. Why? Because your music, Agnus Dei touched my emotions, the words I did not understand, I only responded to the feeling it gave to me.
Is that not the truest of responses Rufus? Since then you've given me a tough time because you and I have become inseperable, truly. You've changed me Rufus and I'm not sure that you know just how powerful you are and how influential your music is. Don't get me wrong, I'm not fawning over you like some love struck puppy but I think you are a really amazing and great guy. When I was younger I always thought being a man was about being tough, I know what it's like to have my arm raised in the boxing ring Rufus, I've stayed with boxing for a good few years and very soon I'll be involved at ringside again. But you have given me something, a gift of true understanding I never knew I had. They put me on a Diversity course at work Rufus, and even brought in two transexual people to talk to us. I got an outstanding course report Rufus so you would guess from that I understand these types of issues, right. Wrong Rufus, I just new what answers they wanted to hear. Only now, after listening to you Rufus, do I feel that now I understand, empathise with and cherish gay people. I love you Rufus but not in that way. It's just that you have given me some more dimension to my life. I cupped my fathers head in my hands the other day, kissed him on the cheek and said "love you mate" . I need to thankyou Rufus for "Dinner at eight"!
I happen to love all of your work, each track. Sometimes it takes a third playing but always I end up loving your musical talent, your work, your children because that's how precious your music is Rufus. You launched your work into the world Rufus, you placed it in the ocean of life and it found me and many like me. I call them Rufus-people and they too are all lovely, each and every one. Why? Because you Rufus, me and all of these wonderful people share an emotional, irresistable bond that gives us weird feelings, wonderful feelings, all,about your life's music.
"Flawed"!!!!!! please please please no Rufus, not flawed. I need you to see the gift of genius you have. I need to reach out to you. Beg, borrow or steal your way into this wonderful forum of Rufus people and judge for yourself the depth of love and warmth your music generates. You are truly gifted, you change lives. You are not a Messiah, just an extraordinary lovely guy with a remarkable gift. Keep it pure Rufus, keep being yourself for that is what we love and simply no more than that.
I have to put this message in the bottle now Rufus and I am pushing it out into the ocean right now. I hope that any posts upon it will be waves carrying it ever closer to your shore. God speed to it. I remember that Terry Waite the hostage once recieved a single post card in the midst of all his doubt which gave him hope. Perhaps, just perhaps this message in a bottle will give you hope Rufus. That your work, your truly amazing music, your astonishing lyrics,will indeed,be judged kindly by history. If this bottle finds it's way Rufus, please, if you can find it in your heart, give us a sign that we have given you back just a tiny something of the feelings you so freely give to us.
Neili...just thought I'd share this.
I hope this is read!
Your post really moved me. I do hope Rufus reads this Forum sometimes. He would be in no doubt whatsoever of the deep love and affection he is held in here. I am so fond of him for his gentleness, and the way he is not afraid to express deep emotion in his music. He has shown us that being a man is not all about being macho and tough, but being in tune with one's feelings, and sensitive to the feelings of others. I wish there were more men like him!
Diana.
Diana.
Want
It's interesting that the two albums are named after this song... because the bottom line is that want is what life is all about...Neilli shares about himself in this section and hints about his wants and how Mr W's music has helped him get those... (at least that's how i understood what you wrote Neilli)
Kinda cool.
Kinda cool.
two albums named after the song "want"
Thank you for sharing your message in a bottle. Very well said.
Many of us have had our lives deeply affected by RW and his music. It has been bothering me that in a very short time Rufus has taken up residence in my soul. Why isn't he like other entertainers who I enjoy and then go about my life?
It is because his music is honest and heartfelt..It reveals truths and makes us feel strong emotions. The last time I heard music that moved me to this extent, it was from John Lennon. The working class hero who loved NYC.
In "want", Rufus says "I don't want to be John Lennon", but to me, he has already become John Lennon. He is filling the big empty space that Lennon's death left in my heart.
Now, it is Rufus who is giving us the kind of honest, insightful, political music which onced caused me (most of us) to love Lennon. Songs that remind us that we are all flawed humans, facing the world together. Lennon wrote songs about his faults and about his family, and about the need for compassion and sanity by our leaders. He couragously stood up against abuse of power and stuck by his principals. Always true to himself...weather anyone liked it or not.
Is this not exactly what Rufus is doing?
Rufus, you don't want to be John Lennon, but you already are. And I love you for that.
(of course you are far better looking than Lennon : } )
Many of us have had our lives deeply affected by RW and his music. It has been bothering me that in a very short time Rufus has taken up residence in my soul. Why isn't he like other entertainers who I enjoy and then go about my life?
It is because his music is honest and heartfelt..It reveals truths and makes us feel strong emotions. The last time I heard music that moved me to this extent, it was from John Lennon. The working class hero who loved NYC.
In "want", Rufus says "I don't want to be John Lennon", but to me, he has already become John Lennon. He is filling the big empty space that Lennon's death left in my heart.
Now, it is Rufus who is giving us the kind of honest, insightful, political music which onced caused me (most of us) to love Lennon. Songs that remind us that we are all flawed humans, facing the world together. Lennon wrote songs about his faults and about his family, and about the need for compassion and sanity by our leaders. He couragously stood up against abuse of power and stuck by his principals. Always true to himself...weather anyone liked it or not.
Is this not exactly what Rufus is doing?
Rufus, you don't want to be John Lennon, but you already are. And I love you for that.
(of course you are far better looking than Lennon : } )
RE Lennon=Wainwright
It's funny you should mention the parallel between the two,it reminds me of when I was at the 'Old Vic' and waiting for Rufus to come out.
Me and my sisters got talking to two American ladies and one of them asked me who the last musician was who'd had an effect on me,and I'd said John Lennon,she said I had good taste.
But I never got to see Lennon in a live concert:(
Thank goodness I can see Rufus:)
Me and my sisters got talking to two American ladies and one of them asked me who the last musician was who'd had an effect on me,and I'd said John Lennon,she said I had good taste.
But I never got to see Lennon in a live concert:(
Thank goodness I can see Rufus:)
Re: RE Lennon=Wainwright
{q a=[[rubeee]]}It's funny you should mention the parallel between the two,it reminds me of when I was at the 'Old Vic' and waiting for Rufus to come out.
Me and my sisters got talking to two American ladies and one of them asked me who the last musician was who'd had an effect on me,and I'd said John Lennon,she said I had good taste.
But I never got to see Lennon in a live concert:(
Thank goodness I can see Rufus:)
{/q}
Oh yes, Thank goodness be sure!
I never saw Lennon in person, but he was part of my life since the early 60s. Guess we just took him for granted, that he would alway be there to speak truth to us and provide the music of our times. So I never really obsessed about him. Truth is, I never obsessed about anyone before! That is why feeling this way now has surprised me and required a lot of pondering. But now that I've realized that Rufus has replaced Lennon in my life, I want to indulge RW will all the admiration and love possible. And I will be seeing him in two weeks! Be still my heart!
Me and my sisters got talking to two American ladies and one of them asked me who the last musician was who'd had an effect on me,and I'd said John Lennon,she said I had good taste.
But I never got to see Lennon in a live concert:(
Thank goodness I can see Rufus:)
{/q}
Oh yes, Thank goodness be sure!
I never saw Lennon in person, but he was part of my life since the early 60s. Guess we just took him for granted, that he would alway be there to speak truth to us and provide the music of our times. So I never really obsessed about him. Truth is, I never obsessed about anyone before! That is why feeling this way now has surprised me and required a lot of pondering. But now that I've realized that Rufus has replaced Lennon in my life, I want to indulge RW will all the admiration and love possible. And I will be seeing him in two weeks! Be still my heart!
