Why are Western singers incorporating their names as part of their songs' lyrics? I'm not sure if they're running out of words or if they're trying to remind us who's song it is. I find it quite disturbing either way. It shows either lack of creativity in the former scenario and insecurity in the latter. Akon, Sean Paul, Beyonce, Shakira, Enrique, Ciara and Lady Gaga have all mentioned their names as part of their songs. Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against them. It's just that it somewhat annoys me, especially when I know that these people can and have done better. I think Lady Gaga was the first to notice it. In her hit, "Monster", she even says "don't call me Gaga..." A really clever act by mademoiselle Gaga I must say, she gets the satisfaction of mentioning her name yet avoids accusation of being obsessed with her name like her peers. You don't see Om Kalthoum shouting out her name as Al Simbati's hand dances with the cords of his oud. I might be a bit old fashioned but that's who I am; call me Xinki ;-)
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