bubblegum, lemonade, and... something for mama - Cass Elliot

cass elliot im sorry for what they did to you. you might expect me to get into body stuff here but I dont want to. but what they did to her we all know was so fucked up. she didnt even choke on a sandwich, even in death they mocked her. the voice of an angel a genius a cool girl and thats all they’d talk about. they’d mock mock mock her. no matter what you do if you dont fit into society they will mock you. you could be one of the greatest musicians alive, if you’re a woman and you’re not conventional they will mock you. they still will. I see it all the time. part of the reason I despise social media and everything in it. if you’re a parent take away the fucking iPads, get your kids some books and put them outside, its on you now if thats what they see. who the fuck would mock someone. hello peace and love right? this album brings me back to being 21 and in my tiny room. I bought this vinyl at the thrift store across from my work at the time, id never had listened to her solo stuff. I put this on my record player thank you Nadia and was brought to heaven. every time id get ready to go out this album was on, had a bad day at work this album was on, fought with Eric this album was on. I fucking love with album. I love its getting better I love it so much. genuinely make me feel like guess what? its getting better!!!! with Eric having died I played that song on repeat trying to convince myself that it will get better. has it? I dont know probably not but that song is so fucking good. the whole album is. it makes me feel happy. she’s a genius. and I love the cover, it’s on display in my home. I dont like bubblegum but I love lemonade. this is my ranking.

1. its getting better

2. I can dream can’t i

3. blow me a kiss

4. lady love

5. move in a little closer

6. sour grapes

7. welcome to the world

8. easy come easy go

9. hes a runner

10. who’s to blame

11. when I just wear my smile