When we first discussed parasocial relationships in this class, I was in denial. I did not believe I could have a parasocial relationship at all--there was no individual in society I felt myself longing over or bringing up in daily conversation.
But then, one day, it hit me: I have the world's biggest crush on Patrik Stump. If you don't know who this is, I'll be happy to fill you in. He's the lead singer of Fall Out Boy. Judge me all you want, but I will forever be a loyal Fall Out Boy fan from their beginning with "Take This To Your Grave" to their most recent release (which someone brought up in a previous blog post).
Patrick Stump had me at hello--and by hello, I mean his angelic voice. I can remember the day we "met." I was in my mom's van, and we were listening to 103.3, a radio station in Indianapolis. A song called, "Chicago Is So Two Years Ago" came on, and I knew it was love. The lyrics and the way his voice filled the car--everything about it.
After that day, I bought their first cd. I shared my love with my friends, but I made sure they knew Patrick was mine. They could have Pete, Joe or Andy, but I jokingly said Patrick was my future husband. I knew everything about him, so it only made sense!
The middle school days passed, but I still love the band. To this day, I still admire Patrick. I follow him on Twitter and act as if I know everything about him. I talk about him as "Patrick" in real life, rather than his full name. I stick up for him if anyone makes fun of him from his chubbier days or if someone makes fun of his musical talents.
So that's that. I am no longer in denial. Patrick is my future boyfriend. And that's final.
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