| deleted user 15.01.2006 17:35 |
Being such an amazing fighter against AIDs. He worked till he physically couldn't, and not with flu or something but with a illness that was killing him. We feel sorry for ourselves if we've had a hard day at work but Freddie didn't.If I ever feel sorry for myself I think of Freddie. He was so brave and his death sparked awareness for other people. He was amazing and we should never forget the pain he went through yet still made us beautiful music. |
| magicalfreddiemercury 15.01.2006 19:17 |
Well said. I couldn't agree more. |
| KillerQueen1429 15.01.2006 21:41 |
Well said couldnt agree more! |
| Zander05 15.01.2006 22:23 |
Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars? |
| Smitty 15.01.2006 22:55 |
<font color=darkorange>LilySavage wrote: We should remember Freddie for......falling down the stairs at Hannover... BRILLIANT!! |
| KensingtonLove (Dharankanawala) 16.01.2006 01:51 |
<font color=darkorange>LilySavage wrote: Being such an amazing fighter against AIDs. He worked till he physically couldn't, and not with flu or something but with a illness that was killing him. We feel sorry for ourselves if we've had a hard day at work but Freddie didn't.If I ever feel sorry for myself I think of Freddie. He was so brave and his death sparked awareness for other people. He was amazing and we should never forget the pain he went through yet still made us beautiful music.Very well said,dear;) Hello from Rai;) |
| The prophet's song 16.01.2006 04:56 |
quite true, it is certainly what I remember him for. He is quoted that he will keep on singing untill he "fucking well dies", and he did, so this proves he is also a man of his word. When I become rich and famous *wishful thinking* I will donate HEAPS of money to the mercury phoenix trust... |
| FriedChicken 16.01.2006 05:05 |
I thought he stopped taking his medicines? |
| chefman5150 16.01.2006 06:43 |
Yes, he had and fought against AIDS, but what he truly SHOULD be remembered for is the awesome voice he had, and sang with for nearly 20 years, the songs, the performances, and the charisma. THAT my friends, is what Freddie should be remembered for. That IS what he lived for...though he fought against AIDS, he shouldn't be remembered for that. That's kind of a tacky way to look at it, but it's just my opinion?? I don't think that's the way he would care to be remembered...but again, that's just my view on it |
| john bodega 16.01.2006 08:21 |
"Yes, he had and fought against AIDS, but what he truly SHOULD be remembered for is the awesome voice he had" Can't say I agree with you here. He wasn't born with his amazing ability to sing, he got that through perseverance and not-giving-up. Which is a quality that he displayed in working even while in big-time pain from the AIDS. It all depends on how you want to remember a person, and if you're willing to confront some unpleasant things while remembering them. If you're more comfortable not thinking about that part of his life, then I suppose that's fair. But it's not really right to discount it, some of his best music was made while he was dying from AIDS, he must've suffered a lot. Can't just... *not remember* him that way, when that's what he became later on. |
| Munchsack 16.01.2006 12:28 |
Absolutely. Well put. Although the stairs thing is not one of my favourite Freddie moments, Smitty. |
| deleted user 16.01.2006 12:44 |
In a way Freddie is a role model for staying positive when life is going down. He still made music even though he knew he was dying. Freddie is a role model for not giving up |
| Winter Land Man 16.01.2006 13:59 |
Zander05 wrote: Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars?They didn't dedicate the rest of their life singing and performing in music videos. Freddie did it even though the money he got, he knew he wouldn't have fun spending it as he was to die, and he knew he was going to die. But he lived for music and fans, and did so until he died. If he didn't live for the fans, there wouldn't be videos from '89 or '91... just audio, for himself. |
| That guy who digs energy domes 16.01.2006 14:05 |
yeah, coach calls us tough but he spat in the face of a terminal illness |
| sandssavvy 16.01.2006 14:11 |
I think it was amazing how hard he worked on those videos and the music before he died. He was amazing for many reasons. This is just another thing I admire him for. |
| All I Hear Is Radio Gaga 16.01.2006 15:37 |
Well said... |
| deleted user 16.01.2006 16:21 |
Aww, I'm so sorry. My Grandad died in October form lung cancer. It was so awful. |
| LadyMoonshineDown 16.01.2006 17:59 |
Zander05 wrote: Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars?I agree. Cheers |
| magicalfreddiemercury 16.01.2006 18:24 |
LadyMoonshineDown wrote:There was no question Freddie was going to die. Rather than roll over and allow it to happen, he continued to live his life. "better to burn out than fade away" That's what we admire about him.Zander05 wrote: Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars?I agree. Cheers Does that mean, as you asked, if others are to be overlooked because they weren't famous rock stars? Absolutely not. But don't you see? For us, for the people who loved Freddie, the other victims now have a face - Freddie's face. He helped give that disgusting disease a spot at the dinner table. People started talking about it, learning about it. Not everyone, but more than before. It's still taboo in many homes, but mention Freddie Mercury and people remember that he died of Aids years ago AND that science has STILL not found a cure - which means others are still suffering the way Freddie suffered. Some will even donate in memory of Freddie - that's what I do. And honestly, if not for him, I might not donate at all - I usually only donate to animal related charities. So, because we 'knew' him, Freddie's fight made a difference. That's why we (I) remember, respect, and love Freddie Mercury. |
| john bodega 17.01.2006 06:26 |
Zander05 wrote: Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars?Your attitude bites. Because, instead of using Freddie's predicament to ignore the horrible luck of many other people, you're holding up their example in an attempt to extinguish the significance of his problems. Is it not enough to just say that both parties suffered terribly, rather than do the fashionable thing and say 'hah, rock stars don't suffer, they have their fortunes'. |
| LadyMoonshineDown 17.01.2006 23:54 |
Zebonka12 wrote:He isn't trying to say that Freddie didn't suffer. He is merely trying to point out the other side that is often overlooked. Freddie DID suffer, and it was horrible. He should still be alive, but you have to understand as well...Zander05 wrote: Though Freddie fought bravely against the AIDS virus, there are millions who have had cancer and beat it successfully (ex: Melissa Etheridge, ...I would say Joe Armstrong but I don't know if he beat cancer). There are people in horrifying accidents and are told that they'll forever be confined to a wheelchair and do manage to walk again through intensive therapy. And anyway, Freddie at least had meds to help him somewhat. Most people with AIDS in the early '80's probably didn't have a damn thing. Are they to be overlooked just because they weren't famous rock stars?Your attitude bites. Because, instead of using Freddie's predicament to ignore the horrible luck of many other people, you're holding up their example in an attempt to extinguish the significance of his problems. Is it not enough to just say that both parties suffered terribly, rather than do the fashionable thing and say 'hah, rock stars don't suffer, they have their fortunes'. ...when stuff happens to the famous (any famous person for that matter), then the issue is brought up more prominently, as opposed to everyday people who suffer just as much. You can't bash him for "bashing" the subject; He's just playing devils advocate, and just expressing his opinion. Cheers |