Okay, I have to address this. You may think it's silly, but it has to be done.
As everyone knows by now, Whitney Houston passed away. Before I get to the real point of this post, I'd like to take a moment to acknowledge her amazing talent. An angelic voice that few could match. Record sales that the majority of artists dare not even dream of glimpsing, forget surpassing. It's a shame that all the good in her life was not enough to see her through the bad.
With her death, have come comparisons to Barbra. I understand people have the right to express opinions. Hell, that's what I'm doing right now. It's when they're stated in a hurtful, unfair manner that bothers me. It may take a few extra seconds to mull over, but sometimes wording can make all the difference. I've read quotes from several supposedly intelligent people saying that Barbra was talentless in comparison to Houston. There was even a certain celebrity who called Streisand useless.
It's unrealistic and ridiculous to think that everyone should/would hold Barbra as near and dear as I. That said, there's absolutely no need to tear one person down in order to build up another. Ms. Streisand may not hit all the right notes for you, but to diminish her unparalleled accomplishments is to dismiss a legend. Please, in any situation, think before you speak.
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