What was the first CD you bought?

The First CD I Ever Bought: Britney Spears

The very first CD I ever bought was a Britney Spears album. I still remember holding it in my hands, excited to pop it into the stereo and hear her voice fill the room. From that moment on, Britney became more than just a pop icon to me—she became someone I deeply connected with, someone who’s remained my idol ever since.

As I grew older, I began to understand more about her life beyond the spotlight. Her struggles with mental health, the intense public scrutiny, and the legal battles she faced all hit close to home. I saw parts of myself in her—in the chaos, the vulnerability, and the fight to reclaim autonomy over her own life and body. Britney’s journey, though messy and painfully public at times, has been incredibly human. She’s not just a performer to me; she’s a mirror of resilience.

What I love most is how Britney now lives unapologetically. Whether she’s dancing in her living room, posting spontaneous videos, or just doing things that others might find “odd,” she radiates a kind of freedom that’s both endearing and powerful. It’s like watching someone finally breathe after holding it in for too long.

Britney is an inspiration—her battle to regain control of her mental health and her own medication was not just a personal fight, but a loud message for anyone who has ever felt powerless in their own body. She showed that healing doesn’t always look tidy, and that’s okay.

To this day, whenever I hear one of her songs, I think about everything she’s survived and how she continues to express herself in her own way. That first CD was the start of more than just musical admiration—it was the beginning of a lifelong connection to someone who reminded me it's okay to be different, and it's more than okay to take your life back.