HELLO, DOES ANYONE REMEMBER
DAVID ARCHULETA?
I NEVER FORGOT!
On a scorching April 12th afternoon, I rubbed shoulders with screaming teeny boppers. It was an unforgettable goosebumps, hair-raising experience. 
With the Sunway Lagoon amphitheatre bursting with "I
love David" fans, I felt like I was in an alternate Universe.
David
Archuleta, the American Idol runner-up for 2008, had arrived in town.
We heard about nothing
else but David A for months from my daughter, Savvy K. If there had
been an examination on "The History of David Archuleta," she would have scored a High Distinction.
DA was Savvy K's
first pop concert. She was only 12, and being the responsible mother, I accompanied her.
DA was then a Mormon teen with a charming personality.
The
concert scheduled to start at 3pm, had DA storming the stage only at 4.30pm. By
then, the crowd was impatient and sweaty. YIKES! Their screams could have caused
another tsunami. They waved their posters, "Janice loves David, Mrs
Archuleta is here, This Girl crushes on David."
These boppers knew every
song. He played the key board, they screamed along. He asked questions, they
screamed again! ALL they did was SCREAM!
But, it was pure magic. An eighteen-year old American from Utah united 6000 Malaysians of different races and religions
including some very harassed perplexed MUMS and DADS. 
The things we do for our children. Yet I find I am still at constant loggerheads with Savvy K over dressing ("Are you going out IN that?"), makeup ("Are you going out LIKE that?") and friends ("Are you going out WITH them?"). Ahh, maybe the above does explain it all.
I have never heard of David Archuleta, and I have a feeling that I didn't miss much!
ReplyDeleteHO HO David, you missed the experience of a life time!! Screaming sweaty teeny boppers!!
DeleteI am with David. As for that final statement, sometimes I wonder what my parents would say about our current world. I am pretty sure that they would NOT be complimentary...
ReplyDeleteWell said, I think my parents would not be able to handle this current world. They already were aghast during my time with mini skirts and bell bottoms.
DeleteIt seem some people adjust to change and other struggle with it.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe
Life can be so unpredictable Dora, we are top of the world one day and wake up to being yukky the next morning. we have to survive.
Deletewow, totally remember him - i liked his songs - such a talented guy. I enjoyed reading about the teens and their screaming and love for him. How fun - and nice u accompanied your little girl at the time. Wow he's grown up.. I was raised in the 50 and 60's...my kids were raised very different than I was. It feels as if my kids generation was the last generation to play outside until dark or even after dark, get dirty, and just use plain soap - not the antibacterial kind. They did have computers but no cellphones and of course they had nintendo but nothing like now.
ReplyDeleteTQ Sandy, I am glad some one does remember DA. Those days of good outdoor fun will never return. Playing outdoors on their own even in daylight is a big No NO now, what abt predators and traffic. Ya, we never had antibacterial soaps and wipes, one soap for body, legs and face!
DeleteI remember him. I liked his voice.
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TQ, another that remembers. When I posted this, I wondered how many would remember DA. I liked his personality, how the Westerners would say "boy next door" look, not the heavy metal type! He also did have a melodious voice
DeleteCompletely agree on the final quote, Kestrel!
ReplyDeleteI was interested in your post, although I have never heard of David Archuleta.
Have a great week ahead of you ☀️
My parents thought my generation was too different from theirs. But, I think the generation of the Gen Y and beyond has catapulted time. I am still grappling with much of their behaviour and culture (?).
Delete... I am afraid many millennials give many things for granted.
DeleteHahahahaha, honestly I don't know who this guy is :p, but your descriptions about 'the crazyness' of those fans, remind me when i was at that young 🤣.
ReplyDeleteMungkin nanti saat anak-anak saya sudah sedikit lebih besar, mulai suka dengan Idols, baru akan merasakan semua kekuatiran dengan pakaian , make up dll nya :D
Ya, bila anank-anak anda menjadi remaja, anda akan menghadapi masalah yang memang berbeza. But, semua ini adalah pengalaman baru yang mengegarkan? Satu hari, anda akan melihat kembali masa itu, dan ketawa atau menangis, atau kedua-duanya 😂 🤣 😪 😫
ReplyDeleteI have no idea about him until I read your blog, and it's a wonder to see so many teens being crazy about him. Your photos represent their celebration and sound quite noisily! I agree with the last statement, and today's parents are very friendly with children and understand the importance of accompanying safely to such concerts instead of denying completely.
ReplyDeleteSuch wise words Jeevan. My parents would have NEVER allowed me to attend such a concert. They would have probably grounded me for even bringing such a subject up. But, what worked for our parents ain't never gonna work for today's generations. So we have to evolve too.
Deletei know him from american idol or singing talent..his song that i like have a title 'crush'...i think his voice realy amazing beside he can play piano on his video clip ^^
ReplyDeleteAh, it is good to know some do remember him. Yes, he had a song called "Crush," you are indeed a fan then. I also think his voice is amazing not powerful or loud but soothing.
DeleteBoa tarde. Confesso que nunca ouvi falar dele também.
ReplyDeleteHaha, Archulatta was not a really huge pop star Luiz. He made it to second place in American Idol but he did appeal to the young gals aged 12 - 15 years
DeleteI haven't heard of this singer before but it's great that you were able to enjoy this concert with your daughter and all the kids enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a good week :) It's a rainy one here!
Away From The Blue
It is so hot and sizzling here. Haven't had rain for over 2 weeks. Send the rains over Mica!
DeleteThis statement is so true. The world changed so much that it's hard to believe sometimes. The concert looks like a lot of fun :)
ReplyDeleteConcert was loud and it was an experience watching the young fans getting so excited. It made me glad that these young girls were just so really happy at this stage of their lives.
DeleteOh very interesting event darling
ReplyDeleteTQ, Archuletta has been quite quiet for some time. Hope he makes a "come-back."
Deletewah archuletta ini idola saya
ReplyDeletesuka banget sama karakter suaranya
semoga bisa nonton konsernya langsung
Wah bagus, satu "fan Archuletta" lagi. Saya fikir orang dah lupa dia. Suara dia memang merdu dan rasa tenang mendengar dia menyanyi.
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