I am writing this blog on the train, and I notice that more than half of the people riding have headphones in their ears. I understand the affect that music can have on a person. Its one of those things in life that can make your day so much better, and all you have to do is press play on your ipod. Though this is true, I believe the expression "dance like nobody is watching" should not be applicable while riding the subway.
I was once on the A train on my way to school when I noticed a young man utilizing this expression. He wore jeans that revealed half of his boxers, a white beater, and a black du-rag. He stood by the door at the far end, with his headphones in ear and his t-shirt resting on his shoulder. He stared at his reflection of the windows of the door, singing to Usher's "I wanna make love in this club", while dancing as if he was performing it in concert. He would lift his arms, opening and closing his hands just as an R&B singer would. Though his singing ability was not up to par as the average singer, I found it extremely entertaining and was actually disappointed when he exited on the 125th street station.
I love when this happens. Seeing people perform on the train like they're in their own home is the essence of NYC. We get free entertainment almost every day, this being one of them.
ReplyDeleteThis reminds me of that video that went viral on youtube a couple months ago with the man rapping and dancing to that kanye west & jay-z song. Hilarious!
Sometimes the best part of riding the train is people watching.
I completely agree with you. It is fine to listen to your own music on the train. Sometimes people do take it way too far. New York City is definitely unique and you can see many things on the train.
ReplyDeleteI often see random things on the train. I really don't like hearing people singing on the train while i am trying to get to my destination in peace but on occasion i run into someone who can actually sing on the train.
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