RIP, George Michael

And now George Michael. Like David Bowie and Prince, WHAM! and George Michael’s music appear on the soundtrack of my life. I remember my aunt bringing the “I Want Your Sex” album – on vinyl! – to my house and her and my mom rocking out to it. I remember dramatic dances to “Careless Whisper,” including at my wedding, when my brother and mom hammed it up to that song (which I love). I went with a friend to see George Michaela… maybe in 2006?… and his voice still sounded strong, even from our nosebleed seats, which we got for free through the station Mike worked for.

Here’s hoping Morrissey can hang on.