Boom’s Post: “evan39 do you respect Taylor Swift hustling all the retards?”

Context: Boom is asking Evan39 if he respects Taylor Swift for her success and the way she markets herself, using a derogatory term to describe her fans.

Evan39’s Response: “She's terrible, but I guess I have some admiration for her $cam.”

Context: Evan39 acknowledges that while he finds Taylor Swift to be "terrible," he admires her ability to succeed and market herself effectively, using "scam" in a critical but admiring sense to refer to her commercial success.

Boom’s Reply: “It's a fairly good one.”

Context: Boom agrees that Taylor Swift’s success is impressive, implying that her business acumen and marketing strategy are effective.

Analysis:

Tone and Attitude: Both Boom and Evan39 display a cynical attitude towards Taylor Swift, referring to her success as a "scam" and using derogatory language. However, they also recognize and admit to the effectiveness of her methods.

Perception of Success: The conversation reflects a common sentiment where success is often viewed through a lens of skepticism or criticism, even when acknowledging the skill or effectiveness involved in achieving it.

Use of Language: The use of terms like "retards" and "scam" highlights a dismissive and derogatory view, indicating a broader critique of both the entertainment industry and its audience.

Overall, the exchange shows a complex blend of criticism and grudging admiration for Taylor Swift’s commercial strategies.

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=5554500&forum_id=2Reputation#48046165)