5 Reasons Why I Love Lana Del Rey

My drawing of Lana Del Rey… A beautiful woman.

Who could hate this person? WHO?

A cookie for anyone who can guess what this post is about! I kid… the cookies are MINE! But seriously, seriously -I love Lana Del Rey. Now, I’m not usually an “obsessive” person; in fact there aren’t actually that many things I actually like. I find a whole load of things ‘cool’ or ‘interesting’, but apart from that… there is no thing or person  that I would stand by through all weathers. Except Lana Del Rey. (and Doctor Who… and Sherlock)   A lot of people I know don’t actually like her. I turn to them with genuine hurt in my eyes, and ask: Why? How? I like her so much that I drew her, and I must say, I’m really proud of it.  But back to the main subject of this post… the five reasons why I like   love Lana Del Rey.

1. She has a beautiful voice. There is something so unique about her voice. It can go from so low and sonorous and harsh, to high and innocent and pure. She is also not afraid to experiment with the texture and tone of the  sounds she produces- my Mum pointed out to me that she uses her voice as an instrument. Oh yeah, and unlike most artists in the UK Top 40, she CAN ACTUALLY sing. Just saying…

2. She has a beautiful face. I just thought I’d put that out there. She is so pretty, and I don’t care what anybody says about her lips- I think they suit her. That is a pet peeve of mine though; when people talk about how ugly certain celebrities are. It makes me think: Sorry not every one is a perfect as you…Especially when you know that if somebody said something half as mean about them, they wouldn’t be able to take it. Alternatively, though, if you are in the public eye, you shouldn’t do stupid things, because people WILL laugh at you. Including me.

3. She can pull off just about any hair colour. Not only is she extremely pretty, but everything suits her- clothes as well. I have seen her ginger, strawberry blonde, nearly black, black, chestnut,  and various shades of dark brown. And they ALL suited her. I really admire that, and all I can do is wonder how its possible for one person to sport so many different looks. I guess I’m just waiting for her to start wearing her hair short… I wonder how that would look?

4. Her songs are original. And they have meaningful lyrics. And interesting videos. I haven’t yet found a song that she’s written or sung that I haven’t liked- they are all such a change from the things that are usually on the radio. I’m not calling all the songs on the radio bad (I COULD, but I’m not), but it is really refreshing to hear a calm, relaxing song once in a while.  Now, most people look at the album name ‘Born to Die’ and just assume that all of the songs on it are depressing. Whilst this might be the case, at least listen to them first, before you judge them. Even so, I personally don’t find her songs depressing- they’re just about  life; mostly about her life. And life isn’t perfect.

5. She has an awesome name. I mean, come on! Lana. Del. Rey. That is THE most original bad-ass name. Ever. AND, it rhymes with a whole load of things. Grey, way, say, they, May… if you wanted to put it in a song lyric, you would have absolutely no problem. How many people have a name THAT cool? Even her real name, Lizzy Grant, sounds awesome when its being associated with her.

If you haven’t heard of Lana Del Rey (I don’t know why you wouldn’t), then I would say you should check her out. I do understand she may not be everybody’s cup of tea… but I’m British, what can I say? We sure do love our tea!