WHAT IS THE WORLD'S OBSESSION WITH BEYONCE?

What is the World's Obsession with Beyonce?
Few black female entertainers provoke such fascination. But Beyonce Knowles appears to have the world spellbound. Why? Here are a few theories...



There is not a magazine page or television channel that does not feature some aspect of R&B superstar Beyonce Knowles. From the time she could hold a microphone, Beyonce has been in the spotlight---beginning with her stint on Star Search with girl group, Destiny's Child...all the way to her current solo diva status. But in addition to the worldwide coverage she receives for her vocal talent and stage presence, there seems to be a certain fascination---an obsession if you will, with the lovely Ms. Knowles. This obsession goes beyond a passing appreciation for "just another R&B artist." This fixation appears to be deeply ingrained in the grey matter of people across the globe. Blogs and tabloids are constantly ablaze with the singer's name and image. But many people (even those who are fans) are wondering---why? Here are some theories...

Reason #1 : She's Loaded

Let's face it. The major reason why "everyday people" are fascinated with most celebrities is because their bank accounts are literally bulging at the seams. Famous people in general are known for swapping million dollar properties as if they were baseball trading cards. Beyonce Knowles, one of the youngest, richest black women in the entertainment industry rouses the curiosity of many, especially those within the black community. Quite frankly, it's exciting enough to witness the extravagant lifestyles of any celebrity. But for many young African American people, Beyonce Knowles is their very own Paris Hilton (except that Beyonce is actually famous for doing something.)

Reason #2 : Her Looks

Standing at a stately 5'7" tall, with creamy café-au-lait skin and piercing brown eyes, Beyonce Knowles has become a sex symbol of the new millenium. There are very few black female entertainers who are widely embraced by so many groups of society. But it is clear to see, from the hundreds of magazine covers she has graced, that the world perceives this R&B singer as the ultimate beauty.

Traditionally, black singers and actresses are categorized by their physical appeal first, and their talents second. In Knowles' case, both positive traits were brought to the forefront together. To the world it seems that the more popular she becomes as an entertainer, the more beautiful she appears. In fact, as many times as she appears in public, one can count on one hand how often she has ever been seen looking less than stellar. Even her natural candid shots are refreshingly attractive. This in and of itself both fascinates (and irritates) the rest of the world.

Reason #3: Destiny's Child

You cannot have a conversation for longer than 30 minutes without mentioning her start as the "lead" singer of teen R&B group Destiny's Child. For years, fans of this lovely quartet speculated about the rumored rifts amongst the singers. More specifically, people were drawn to the notion that the "most" attractive member of the group (Beyonce) was a tyrannical diva who only sought out to procure fame for herself. Fans watched the changes occur in the group with members dropping in and out like benched basketball players. Ironically, out of all the controversy Beyonce came out of things smelling like a rose.

Reason #4 : Jay-Z

Where there is a "Bee" (Knowles' nickname) there is a "Jay"---Jay-Z, that is. The megastar's infamous five-year romance with rap mogul Jay-Z, also known as Sean Carter, has had tongues wagging since they first stepped out on the scene in 2002. Unfortunately, the press is not always kind to the couple; blogs and tabloids sometimes refer to the pair as "Beauty & the Beast." But that, in and of itself is one major reason why the fascination with Beyonce continues. People see her in all her glamour, and wonder what she sees in Jay-Z. Furthermore, their fairly long romance (especially by Hollywood standards) also contributes to the fascination. When couples stay together as long as "Bee" and "Jay" without getting married or having children, it confuses the public---and they begin to invent rumors. Only the two of them will ever really be privy to their private connection. And this seems only to fuel the ongoing fascination.

Reason #5: She's "Boring"

To say that Beyonce Knowles is boring is not necessarily an insult. To be frank, for many people (especially the parents of her fans), it is a relief not to see Ms. Knowles getting out of cars without underwear, or hanging over toilets in a drugged and/or drunken stupor. Her relatively normal lifestyle outside of being a performer enthralls people who believe that celebrities must always be viewed under wild circumstances.

A southern girl at heart, Beyonce is soft-spoken and seems kind to most everyone who interviews or speaks to her. She is not regarded as the most intelligent of African American entertainers; but the world does not really view her as stupid either. Moreover, her humble demeanor and classy good looks only add fuel to her huge flames of celebrity Diva-dom.

A 2007 ARTICLE THAT BASICALLY SUMS UP OUR OPINIONS ON BEYONCE KNOWLES.