Some thoughts on the VMA’s…

**For one of the categories, Rock Song maybe, they started listing the nominees. First up is Hoobastank (emphasis on the “stank”) with The Reason. I find myself yelling at the TV “Geesh! I hate this song! Could it get any worse?” I had to ask. Next thing I know Evanescence is whining on my television. Ugh! People, I am begging you, please do not buy records by every no-talent flash-in-the-pan that pops up on TRL. PLLLEEAASSSEE!!!

**On the topic of Amy Lee, could someone please forward her stylist the memo that tank tops, minis, and Ugg Boots, which was a hideous look to begin with (Are you hot or cold? Make up your mind!), was soooo last season. Amy, please place this black bar over your eyes. Thank you.

**I realize that this is an election year and we are in a very politically charged time right now. I also realize the importance of voting and getting the word out there. I think that MTV is smart because they will reach a demographic that CNN may not. However, I just did not appreciate having the whole voting thing in my face for half the show (amen to your “vote or die” comment, D-Nice). I know the point they were trying to make by having the Bush and Kerry girls there, but they were really not who I turned in to see on the VMA’s. Maybe it’s just me.

**One of my favorite moments: Andre 3000 saying: “And again, for the millionth time, Hey Ya!” Classic. I never get sick of that song.

**Is it just me or is Usher smokin’ hot? Mmmm…Usher singing in the rain…Oh yeah, you take that wet shirt off and dance around. Slight problem with the day-glo floral suit, but when Usher dances, he dances just for me!

**Was he dissin’ JT or trying to make peace? I guess I didn’t get that. Either way, I am happy to volunteer to be the mediator between them (and when I say between, I mean between…Usher-JT sandwich anyone?).

**Perhaps I stand alone on this, but shut up, Gwen. And go away No Talent, I mean No Doubt. Please just stay home and have babies with Bush-whacked Gavin.

**Big Willie! Are you through your “Jada Pinkett” stage yet? I’m still waiting.

**Shaq standing on the stage next to No Doubt? F-ing funny! They looked like the Lollipop Kids standing next to him! Hee!

**Dave Chappelle? Rules, Bitches!

**I really enjoyed most of the performances, but thought that overall the show was a little drawn out and boring. Can someone please arrange a Rage Against the Machine reunion for next year? At least they brought controversy and excitement to the show!