I have ALWAYS ALWAYS loved Aaliyah!! I thought she was just gorgeous. I loved anything she did from music to movies. She had such a cool factor that still hasn't gone away. I would always mimic her style. When she changed her hair I changed my hair. She wore baggy pants.. I wanted to wear baggy pants. And that says a lot because I'm really a do me kind of person so for her to catch my eye was amazing. The first time I saw her on t.v. it was like a light bulb went off and I thought to myself thats it I want to do exactly what she's doing. Now I've gotten older and haven't done that great of a job in following 'my dream' but every time I think about, see, or hear anything related to Aaliyah it reminds me of where I really want to be. I'm so disappointed that I never got a chance to meet her and tell her how much I loved her. I was seriously so sad when I heard she died. I will always remember that day she died because it was the day before my birthday. RIP AALIYAH. Below are some of my favorite pictures.
Also here is Drake's letter to Aaliyah:
Dear Dana,
I’ve never lost a parent, a friend, or a lover but I will never forget this day for the rest of my life. I remember getting the news that you had passed and it connected with my heart like a clean shot from Muhammad Ali. I was crushed. Not only was I one of your biggest fans but I was truly in love with you. I loved the way you carried yourself, the way you dressed, the confidence with which you addressed passion and relationships in your music. I said to myself that even if we never met, I wanted a woman in my life just like you. I am pained that we will never get to connect now that music ended up being my career path. But you should know, we all listen to you everyday and we remain inspired and moved by all that you’ve given the world. I hope I make the right life choices so I can end up in heaven where I know you rest your head. I’ll continue to make music in your honor until the day we finally meet. Dinner’s on me!
Love you always and forever,
Drake
SOOO SWEET! Aww
(Rap Radar/TheRundown)