It doesn't, but it's a testament to the way in which he's managed to evolve and progress from that boyband without becoming some kitsch nostalgia act (e.g. Brinty)
And Miley managed to progress and evolve from Hannah Montana.
Jay, Queenye and Em are already legends. As for Pharrell, he's had a late revival with some monster hits but he hasn't stood on his own two legs as a brand in himself for long enough yet.
"It's okay. I'm allowed to wear a headdress because I have some Native American in my blood." -- Pharrell Williams.
Pharrell really does deserve a tomahawk to the throat.
Britney is a pop culture legend at the very least. Anyone who remembers her popularity in the early 2000's or any of 2007 understands that the level of media attention she got was unmatched. Everyone, knows about Britney's breakdown. And it's sad but a lot of pop music Legends are remembered for the ****ery that ensued in their lives, with the music as an afterthought.
"Unfortunately, two acts – Volcano Choir and Girl Talk – had to be cancelled due to the weather. But the show did go on. Gates re-opened just in time for the artist everyone had been waiting for: Lorde.
Even as someone who has worked in radio for some years, been to countless concerts, and even met several famous musicians, Lorde gave me chills when she walked out onstage.She brought the music back strong, and her genuine appreciation for her fans stood out above all other acts of the weekend. She repeatedly thanked everyone for sticking around through the rain, saying Boston was her “favorite crowd in America,” “not every group is like this,” and that it “makes me feel so lucky” to be able to come to our city and feel like she belongs."
A PAULA-sized mess
