Fuzz Posted January 5, 2014 Posted January 5, 2014 Yeah, this isn't a proper article - it's just in the blogs section.
R_Z-Log Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 I thought it was a nice read, and it was a great reminder to all the morons who were so critical about Billie doing Foreverly. Where do you think rock music came from? It's not a bad thing for artists to branch out and embrace the origins of the music that we all know and love. As he stated in his article, the Everly Brothers influenced some of the greatest musicians in the world, and it's silly to assume that bands like Green Day weren't influenced by them as well. Also, I'm tired and not sure if that made sense. I hope you get what I'm saying! And whoever mentioned a tribute at the Grammys, I bet you're right!! Sad circumstances, but it would be amazing!
Mar Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 My point still stands WSJ.com is still kind of stuff-shirty, but online does make more sense.
Slave To The Network Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 Nice shot at it, Billie! As a person who works at a my university's Writing Center, I had to try my hardest to ignore all of the writing issues that could have been improved upon. If he came to us with this, we would probably say it's a great start and suggest ways to make it better. Still, this is actually better writing than a lot of the college students' who come to us, which makes me kind of embarrassed for my generation... But seriously, I really respect him for stepping up and writing something like this about a persona and topic that is so important to him. That's really great and you can tell he spoke from his heart. I'm really glad he wrote it!
Hermione Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 What Kay said is basically what I'm saying too. Anyone who is seriously annoyed by us commenting about the technicalities of the article in a joking manner, while still addressing that it's a very heartfelt, cute gesture, needs to seriously get over it. If anything, the fact that it ISN'T written well from an organizational and technicality standpoint shows it's honest and genuine, and it's a tone that speaks true to Billie. He's obviously not a professional writer and he's not expected to be. I was surprised a publication of the WSJ's caliber allowed it to happen. I'm glad they did. It's not like we're just trolling; we're also adding things to the discussion about Billie getting published in the WSJ. (Even saying it just blows my mind, but in a good way.) The lack of organization is extremely evident. Not that it matters in this instance, but it's there. And anyone who says it isn't is lying to themselves. I'm not annoyed, and the comments on the technicalities are legitimate. It's just that the importance of the technicalities pales into insignificance when compared to the importance of the sentiment of the article, so to see it as the main focus of many of the comments in the thread seems pretty off balance. I also just don't think it's particularly surprising to see an article from a celebrity that isn't written to a professional standard published, especially in a blog section.
Tubbie Head Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 I can't believe how many people are putting down the article because it isn't written as well as a professional writer would... I liked it, it was nice to read it. I'm a bit sad they didn't have a chance to meet, I thought they had for some reason!
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 I can't believe how many people are putting down the article because it isn't written as well as a professional writer would... I liked it, it was nice to read it. I'm a bit sad they didn't have a chance to meet, I thought they had for some reason! That's the thing though... we're not "putting it down" at all.
Heather. Posted January 6, 2014 Posted January 6, 2014 I can't believe how many people are putting down the article because it isn't written as well as a professional writer would... I think the criticism is that it's not written as well as most GDC posts Forget about professional writers. But like Hermione said, it doesn't really matter. But it's still one of those "Oh Billie!" moments.
Mykee Mexx Posted January 8, 2014 Posted January 8, 2014 OT: As English is not my mother tongue - what´s poor about his writing? Punctuation? Grammar? Expression? Maybe PM will do, just some hints as example, ´cause I´d like to brush up my English (GDC has an educational mandate ). Don´t want to disturb this thread with some English lessons.
astoria Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 He may not have the most organized writing but he has good intentions and I actually kind of love it. I think it is super emotional. The part where he discusses how many people were influenced by The Everly Brother's really got to me. Phil Everly will be missed. I think this article is evidence enough that finishing High School is a good idea Also, the comment section is fucking hilarious Yes the comments! LMAO!!!
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 OT: As English is not my mother tongue - what´s poor about his writing? Punctuation? Grammar? Expression? Maybe PM will do, just some hints as example, ´cause I´d like to brush up my English (GDC has an educational mandate ). Don´t want to disturb this thread with some English lessons. It's basically just the organization of the article. Technicality-wise, the punctuation and grammar are fine. But he doesn't group related thoughts together very well, so it comes off as rambling a bit. He'll describe a thought, go to another, come back to the first thought, etc. So basically, the transitioning is the problem. Disclaimer: Not posting this to get everyone riled up; just explaining to her what we were talking about.
Mykee Mexx Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 Thank you so much! Yes, I thought it could have been the writing style, because I also noticed some mental leaps, but didn´t find them too disturbing. Was rather looking for grammar and things. So thanks a lot! Also thought this article could rather be a summary or the essence of an interview.
AlissaGoesRAWR Posted January 9, 2014 Posted January 9, 2014 Thank you so much! Yes, I thought it could have been the writing style, because I also noticed some mental leaps, but didn´t find them too disturbing. Was rather looking for grammar and things. So thanks a lot! Also thought this article could rather be a summary or the essence of an interview. No problem! And definitely interview-like. Very human.
Heather. Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 I think grammatically Thank you so much! Yes, I thought it could have been the writing style, because I also noticed some mental leaps, but didn´t find them too disturbing. Was rather looking for grammar and things. So thanks a lot! Also thought this article could rather be a summary or the essence of an interview. Syntax-wise there are some real errors. Like you're not supposed to end a sentence with a preposition (I feel like he did that, but I physically can't reread it ) and his use of the word "basically" in one of the sentences just makes it sound like he's speaking and not writing
burnout_blast Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 I think this article is evidence enough that finishing High School is a good idea Sure, how many millions have you sold again?
Guest Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 Sure, how many millions have you sold again? Just because I haven't sold as many albums as someone doesn't mean I can't point out that their writing isn't great. If that were the case most of the human race would be completely immune to criticism from the rest of it and that's just bullshit.
burnout_blast Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 Just because I haven't sold as many albums as someone doesn't mean I can't point out that their writing isn't great. If that were the case most of the human race would be completely immune to criticism from the rest of it and that's just bullshit. It wouldnt have changed his success if he finished high school tho.. that's what I meant by it.
Mykee Mexx Posted January 10, 2014 Posted January 10, 2014 I think grammatically Syntax-wise there are some real errors. Like you're not supposed to end a sentence with a preposition (I feel like he did that, but I physically can't reread it ) and his use of the word "basically" in one of the sentences just makes it sound like he's speaking and not writing Thank you, too! Should brush up my German grammar knowledge as well...
American Basket Case Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 An altered version of Billie Joe's article appeared online AND in print today from the WSJ. I can try to scan it later if anyone's interested.
Mykee Mexx Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 Oh cool, a grammar thread ! People are just being kind and helpful, so that I can follow this thread, since English is not my mother tongue.
American Basket Case Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 FYI - here's the scan from today's WSJ: (Click on image to enlarge.)
Oxymore Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 People are just being kind and helpful, so that I can follow this thread, since English is not my mother tongue. Oh yeah of course I was kidding Myself I asked a few times the meaning of a sentence or expression, and moreover people always replied to me
Mykee Mexx Posted January 11, 2014 Posted January 11, 2014 Oh yeah of course I was kidding Myself I asked a few times the meaning of a sentence or expression, and moreover people always replied to me You were kidding? Just fucking kiddin´me?! It was a fuckin´joke??!! What a fuck!
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