03-21-2013, 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by thedivahrrrself
I was really taken aback by this. First, because I thought she was a lesbian. If not, though, she certainly knew much of her fan base was. Do you think this was deliberate career suicide? Shows have already been cancelled in 4 states, with more to follow.
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I am not sure what is going on but it was a very upsetting event for many who were in the audience.
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Originally Posted by Nat
It just seems so out of character with her lyrics. I'm sad about this one.
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Originally Posted by Nat
Okay so she was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in the 80s and received electroshock treatment which led to her stage name. I'm not going to worry too much what she thinks of gay people - just hope she gets some help.
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A medical diagnosis from the 80's may have little or nothing to do with her political statement and outburst. She was able to book events, negotiate the contracts (no small task), show up, perform. This may just be who she is now.
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