Joplin’s appeal to sound in the song One Night Stand is very
empowering. It’s bluesy and melodically backboard makes it very easy to listen
to, giving a sense of suave freedom. Joplin’s soulful and powerful voice
throughout the song makes it feel like she is strong and unfazed by the one
night stands she has with no emotional attachment, reminding the audience that
she doesn’t need a relationship to feel whole.
Joplin was also known to sexual her live performances,
creating a whole other way in which she pursued her sexual freedom. She often
told the press that singing for a crowd was like “falling in love twenty times”
and “making a baby”. This further enhanced the meaning in her music by being a
visual channel for the lyrics.
She gave a visual aid to her music in her constant
personality. She was very free with her demeanor and presentation on stage. Her
frizzy hair and unique sense of style also added a sense of rebellion as she
did not care to put on makeup, only further proving that she was perfectly
content with herself and not hiding away in modesty or trying to fit a 50’s man’s
idea of a perfect housewife.
I agree especially with how her powerful voice echoes her self confidence about her experiences. She sang with a purpose and a rebel-like attitude that allowed her to express her freedom.
ReplyDeleteI agree with how you described Janis Joplin's wild, carefree stage presence that reflected her rebellious personality. Her non-"clean-cut" appearance and hippie costumes also connect to her troubled image. It's interesting to note that her Joplin's soulful voice also makes her seem more vulnerable and a fervent supporter of the sexual revolution.
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