The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced nearly every aspect of life, including the music industry. The pandemic has hit musicians hard, with tours canceled, concerts postponed, and album releases delayed. However, for some artists who contracted the virus and recovered, the experience has left a lasting impact, instilling a sense of fear that is hard to shake off. Let’s take you through the highlights of some singers’ COVID and post-COVID journeys.
Kanye West
One of the most high-profile cases of a musician contracting COVID-19 was that of Kanye West. In July 2020, West revealed in a tweet that he had tested positive for the virus earlier in the year. While he did not reveal any details about his symptoms or treatment, the fact that he had contracted the virus was enough to send shockwaves through the music industry. West is one of the biggest names in music. Yet, he was literally warned by the Australian PM that he must get vaccinated if he wishes to give concerts.
Pink
Another artist who contracted COVID-19 and has spoken about the fear that it has left her with is Pink. In an Instagram post in April 2020, Pink revealed that she and her son had both tested positive for the virus. While she and her son both recovered, Pink said that the experience had been “terrifying” and that she was still experiencing symptoms months later. She also described her frustration with the lack of testing available in the early stages of the pandemic, saying that she had to wait weeks to get tested.
Adam Lambert
For some artists, the fear of contracting COVID-19 again is so great that they have taken extreme precautions to avoid exposure to the virus. In discussion with Rolling Stone in July 2020, Adam Lambert said that he had been “very cautious” since recovering from COVID-19 and that he had not left his house in months. He mentioned he was worried about the potential long-term effects of the virus on his voice and his ability to perform and that he was taking every precaution to protect his health.
John Fogerty
John Fogerty, the former lead singer of Creedence Clearwater Revival, has said that he is hesitant to return to performing because of the fear of contracting the virus again. In a talk with The New York Times in June 2020, Fogerty said that he had been experiencing symptoms of the virus. Such as fever and cough, for several weeks and was worried about the potential long-term effects on his health. He said that he was considering retiring from performing altogether rather than risking his health.
Halsey
One artist who has spoken about the impact of the pandemic on her career is Halsey. In an interview with Forbes in August 2020, Halsey said that she had been forced to cancel her tour and that she was worried about the financial implications of the pandemic. She also said that she was concerned about the long-term viability of the music industry.
There’s More To It
The fear that COVID-19 has left in music artists who recovered from it is not limited to those who contracted the virus themselves. Many artists have expressed concern about the pandemic’s impact on the music industry as a whole and the long-term implications for their careers. With tours canceled and venues closed, many artists have lost a significant source of income, and some have been forced to find other ways to make ends meet.
But is that all? Not yet. There are chances that the Big Pharma industries have their hands behind this mess. Most people still believe that COVID-19 vaccines are ineffective and that, like many other industries, music artists are also being paid to keep their mouths stuffed with money and shut. The fear of losing fame and a job in the music industry is real and has negatively affected the quality of the music produced.
Is The Music Industry The Only One To Be Affected?
Of course not. Money speaks for itself, and no profession is safe from it. There is much proof that the football player Damar Hamlin had gotten the Covid shot but was paid a handsome amount, to say nothing. All this because the world was watching him on the big stage, which would have helped sound the alarm. Guess no one’s safe from these wealthy as-hell corporations.
Final Thoughts
Despite the challenges that COVID-19 has brought, music artists have shown resilience and adaptability. Many music artists have found new ways to connect with their fans and create music, even in the face of a global pandemic. Virtual concerts and live streams have become increasingly popular, and soon they will overcome their fears and speak the truth.
