Eurovision Rants

[Rant] Body-shaming?

(I haven't put the rehearsal one because there might be people which would not want to be spoiled, therefore yeah, this.)
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In our kind, little society, it's not uncommon to appear a lot of drama both physically, verbally or even through social media.
Among the topics that are considered pretty taboo (no pun intended) is pretty much the definition of the "perfect body".

So basically here's this:
Some people claim they know the definition of this "perfect body". Some people would die in order to achieve it through various meanings. While others are plain happy how they are in general.
However, even so, there's always going to be one troll or someone to say an unappropriate comment regarding somebody else's weight. Even if the respective person he/she's shaming is already pretty much close to their definition.

And yeah, you don't feel well while receiving such comments, do you?

A continuation from the "Eurovision... Beauty Contest?" rant, we're going to approach this... really sensitive topic which affects a lot of people as a whole, and of course, you can see it every so often in Eurovision too: Body-shaming.

So, the main thing with body-shaming is the fact that, even if it's a troll or a real statement made, it's still pretty much a shitty move. Because, like I said, Eurovision ain't all about appearance - and hell, that aspect is often overlooked, thankfully.

So, the body-shaming topic in this case is mainly revolving around the acts which seem to be often taken into this aspect without a reason aside their body shape or weight.
Basically, the fat-shaming.

Fairly enough, Eurovision's body standards aren't defined, so anyone is welcomed, no matter the weight. As long as your entry is solid and the artist can deliver it, then hop aboard, dear.

But, the thing that keeps on bugging me is the comments that some people seem to adress to some contestants:

"he looks like he ate his counterpart"
(you know about what act I'm talking about, don't you?)

"she should lose more weight, she looks absolutely horrible"

"I'm surprised on how she didn't break the stage while standing there"

The list of this kind of comments are endless.

And my first impression in general regarding such topics is clearly not one of joy, to be fair and clear. I mean, not everyone have to look anorexic for your liking, you stupid dipshit. Troll or not - who are you to make such statements without looking at yourself first?

On the media is shown Netta - the Israeli contestant this year. And among the big favorites to win before the show.

Apparently some people thought that calling Netta fat and that she should lose more weight to look more appealing and attractive to them was a good way to gain unwanted attention.

Did she care?
Nope. She basically supported herself on these allegations in order to empower girls around the world. So made from a bad situation something that she can use as a message for empowering.

And trolls suck - end of story.
Some of their excuses for trolling a certain person/act/whatever seem to go under the ladder (no pun intended here either) most of the times and even above the limit of normality.

Netta isn't the only case this happened, and it doesn't resume only to female singers. Male singers also seem targeted due to their weight.
And for that, excuse my language, lemme just add this under your good old Kebab's conclusion:

Dear people attemping to troll or hate without a reason,

I see that over the years, most of you started taking the definition of "trolling" to a whole different level when it comes to mentioning several issues.
I understand that you might not like a certain artist or a song - that's absolutely alright - but emphasizing on certain topics such as beauty standards, body-shaming, inventing lies about a certain artist or even blaming them for no particular reason whatsoever, that's NOT alright.

I can bet on my life that if those people would notice your comments and would dare to confront you face to face, the only thing you'd do is either to hide under your bed or call your mommy/daddy to rescue you from your bullshit.

The Internet is a very complex place, where people can pretend that they're other people and would dare to try cyber-bullying others just for the sake of the pleasure.

So is with some Eurovision acts. They might act confident and tough in the interviews - but they're still human beings, they have feelings and yet you don't know their journey. You have absolutely no clue through what they had to overcome in order to arrive in the position they are.

And you, sitting cozy on the chair, with a keyboard and a wasted life behind you, decide to pull such contest. Boo-fucking-hoo.

Once again, I'll mention this:
Beauty is subjective.

Everyone has different preferences, and it's alright.
Everyone have different types of people they're attracted too, and that's absolutely alright.

But if you pull such a stunt towards some acts which basically represent their country with full honour in a major event such as Eurovision (or life in general) - trust me, you ain't any fucking better. It doesn't automatically make you a skinny legend because you insult people over their weight, you stupid dipshit.

If you hate an act, that's fine and alright, we all have different opinions. But please do it in a kind way.

Because you might hate an artist - but that artist might mean the entire world for somebody else. And I'm 150% sure that respective person wouldn't like a really really bitter comment either, some people might find themselves guilty for stanning him/her afterwards.
(Honestly, this last sentence is your little Kebab in a nutshell.)

Stop the trolling with the meaning of insulting somebody, please. It won't make you any better or give you any kind of status online.
If you dislike a song/singer, just kindly move to something else that you particularly enjoy. It's that easy.

But if you are really keen to comment - just do it fair and simple and without any kind of abberations underneath. They'll understand.

Signed,
~ALegitKebab~

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Happy Eurovision month! ♥
Eurovision 2018 is coming super close now, and I just wanted to add 1 or 2 more pages to this book untill the semi-finals begin.

By the way, the dates are 8/10 May (for the semi-finals) while the Grand Final is on 12.

Also the blue carpet (not red, sea theme matching) is on 6th May, so get prepared, the upcoming week will be our week for sure. 😇