The ageing emo vocalist known to grace the stage with his angsty anthems and dramatic hair flips has found sanctity on social media. No, it’s not because of his suddenly mature and level-headed tweets but rather due to the unwavering support of his 14-year-old fans.
Yes, you read that right. The same fans who discovered his music during their awkward middle school years and have been holding on to it for dear life are rushing to the defense of their emo icon every time he gets into a Twitter beef. And trust us; he gets into a lot of them.
Whether he’s throwing shade at other musicians for not being “real” enough or complaining about the state of the world in his typical melodramatic fashion, his fans are always there to jump in and defend their hero. It’s like a never-ending game of “let’s defend dad.”
But the real kicker? The vocalist in question is pushing 40. And yet, he is still ranting about the same teenage problems, donning black eyeliner, and clinging to MySpace and LiveJournal glory days. And yet, his fans are still here for him.
It’s a true testament to the power of emo music and the unbreakable bond it creates between artist and fan. Or, it’s just a hilarious reminder of how some people never really grow up. Either way, we’re here for the entertainment, and the vocalist’s Twitter page is always good for a laugh.
So, the next time you see the emo vocalist throwing a tantrum on Twitter, remember that he’s not alone. He’s got an army of 14-year-olds ready to jump to his defense, no matter how ridiculous the argument may be. And that, my friends, is the real tragedy of our time.
