I'm sure it passed no one by that YouTube and the world lost a wonderful singer and person in Christina Grimmie a few weeks ago to a senseless shooting. Christina and Tiffany had been friends ever since they recorded a cover of Break Your Heart, over 6 years ago. They were 16 and 17 years old at the time. In loving memory of Christina, Tiffany wrote this absolutely beautiful song, Forever in our Minds, for us all to remember her by. You can find the lyrics in the end of this post.
I also encourage you to check out Tiffany's and Christina's cover of Break Your Heart by Taio Cruz from back in 2010, and of course the bloopers video for all the laughs!
Christina - rest in peace and til we meet again on the other side.
Here's an original song I wrote in honor of Christina Grimmie. I know we've all been processing this and trying to make sense of what happened. Here's a little bit of how I've been feeling. ❤︎
Me and Christina met 6 years ago, she was one of my first YouTube collabs. We instantly hit it off and our families met and it was such a huge day and moment, getting together, and starting the YouTube journey. She has set such an example and been such a light to so many. This hits so close to home and is really scary because it shouldn't have happened. She will be dearly missed. Since this is a video for Christina, I'd love to hear how she impacted YOUR life. May we remember life is fragile, and hold on to the people we love. We love you Chrstina, til we see you again, may you rest in peace. Love,
-Tiffany
The New York Times
In addition to this song, Tiffany also did an interview with The New York Times about artist safety and moving forward after this.
For Musicians, More Access Means More Vulnerability
For Tiffany Alvord, an independent singer with a YouTube following of 2.8 million people, interacting with fans in person is her favorite part of playing concerts. It is also a business necessity that inspires loyalty by deepening the connections she has made online.
“On YouTube, I perform to a camera, and all I see is numbers and names,” she said. “Meeting fans and seeing faces makes it real.”
But it can come with risks...
Lyrics - Forever in our Minds
My world is shaken
Nothing can make this right
Shocked and speechless
There's no way I'll sleep tonight
So sick and so senseless
Why did this happen
I know we're all askin'
For a reasonEvery tear for you is a goodbye
Til we meet again on the other side
In our hearts, forever in our minds
Cause a girl like you
Deserved to live her lifeWe lost an angel
A smile and a brave soul
A light and an anchor
For everything that was good
We are all praying
For love for all those hearts aching
May her melodies and legacy live onEvery tear for you is a goodbye
Til we meet again on the other side
In our hearts, forever in our minds
Cause a girl like you
Deserved to live her lifeHeart beats stopped
But you're still here with me
Hands are cold
Hold our memories
Eyes are shut
May you rest in peace... peace be with you, my friendEvery tear for you is a goodbye
Til we meet again on the other side
In our hearts forever in our minds
Cause a girl like you
Deserved to live her life
This is the most beautiful blog post ever -Bless you:)
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