Gwen defends herself aginst Madonna's claims

[sofialuv]

But Stefani insists Madonna iconic status means she influenced a whole generation of girls.

She says: "Some people say that I copy her. But show me one girl my age who was not influenced by her."

EXACTLY!!!!

I still love Madonna and find in her a true source of inspiration.

 

[Scott]

Hmmm...where to start? First, Madonna not only immtated individuals, but she mimmics and exploits subcultures, ideas, and emotions, and that is how she remains cutting edge. Her Marylin phase was not the only golden age of Hollywood look. She has copied Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich, Martha Grahm, and many more. The video for "Hollywood" got her sued. Check out the work of Guy Bourdin and you'll see what I'm talking about. People seem to be confused as to what it is that makes Madonna successful; Madonna is a shining example of a Symbolic Analyst at it's best. Do some more reading you guys. It's not magic.

Thanks for reminding us about that. I had completely forgot about the whole Hollywood/Bourdin fiasco. You're right...one look at his images and it was really quite obvious where she and La Chapelle got their idea....and not merely influenced either....just blatantly ripped off.

Regarding her starlet phases....I don't think she did any of those looks that great either. The thing I can quite honestly say about Gwen when she's in her sort of 40's phase,is that she does have a slightly different approach to that style than she did. It's not as literally mimicky as Madge was.

 

[Luna]

I heard them talking about this on the radio and didn't get to hear who Madonna was talking about...

I should've figured it was Gwen... I was thinking Britney or something.. totally off.

I hope Gwen isn't a big fan of Madonna... otherwise it's like her Idol is taking a dump on her.

Eh.. madonna should just shut her yap.

 

[fouroclock]

Madonna was just going through PMS.

 

[Zen]

Madonna copied the gap between her teeth from my Grandma, what a ripp off!