I first saw mention of Susan Boyle on the Yahoo page, one of those videos of the cultural moment Yahoo features. I didn't click, partly as I was at work, and partly because I didn't want to feel manipulated.
A couple days later a friend showed me the video of her appearance April 11th on "Britain's Got Talent" (in case you're one of the four in the world who hasn't now seen it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY). I assumed from the buildup that she'd sing well, but, golly, when she launched into "I Dreamed a Dream" I felt genuinely and deliciously moved. And it wasn't just her voice - something about this woman made me want to join the studio audience in cheers.
In a week, Boyle has become an internet sensation. Cynics say we'll forget about her in a year or two. Perhaps, but right now she's the tonic this recessionary world needs: An unemployed, unkissed, unattractive, and utterly convincing sensation. Thank you Susan.
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