#bigtimerush

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9 year old me is cooler than 22 year old me fml

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found this gem on Youtube, Big Time Rush before Big Time Rush (basically when it was still the unnamed boyband project) ft. James Maslow and Logan Henderson.

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I learned that Dear Daniel has his own Boy Band, which is Pretty Neat...

(and funny...)

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James Maslow Blingees ✽

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a post about why I personally can’t stand kendall from later seasons and how nick ruined the best character

first of all, even tho kendall had an obvious character regression in the show, I still love him a lot. so if you think anything I’m about to say is wrong - don’t come at me.

in the first season we got to know one of the most amazing characters of all time. kendall, having this perfect harmony between fun and seriousness inside of him, had an incredible personality. he was a good friend, a good boyfriend and a lovely person in general. he was a calm, brave, protective, generous, smart leader and always found a way out. of course his calling card was to give a good inspirational pep-talk in tough situations and make a great plan, but throughout the show producers made it his one and only thing that became a cliche after some time.

kendall in s1&2 liked the taste of a danger sometimes. he was looking in the eyes of fear and protected anyone who was scared. he was not afraid to reach his goals and always found a way to make the things happen. perfect example - he always argued with gustavo when he felt like he was treated unfairly. also when jo arrived he didn’t give up after 1 day, he found a way and got it all done. kendall in s3&4 is scared. scared a lot. in “big time surprise” he literally runs away and hides from his problems, in “big time lies” he is too afraid to tell the truth or push lucy away and in “big time break out” he gives up when other three decide to leave the band. I remember his words from “big time rides” - “if you scratch it, gustavo is gonna kill me!” since when do you care, huh?

“but maybe he just grew up and became more mature?” well, not exactly. of course, kendall became more calm and his “anger issues” weren’t a big problem in later seasons. his behavior changed to some weird way of goofy and dumb and at some point it felt like when he got his hair cut, he got a piece of his brain chunked off too. all four of them have this problem too - writers turned the show into a mess and a whole s4 is basically a big filler episode.

along with everything I said before, kendall just wasn’t a leader anymore. yeah, he was making up plans and giving those pep-talks but it wasn’t inspirational or anything interesting at all. it was all a comedic move to make viewers think that “it’s still the same old kendall” but it’s not. if I’m being honest, kendall didn’t even have this power in his hands anymore. he was the glue of the band before, he was the one who made everyone calm down, he was everything. however in later seasons, if I didn’t watch the show and someone told me that kendall was originally a leader - I wouldn’t believe them. he became too soft, too scared of circumstances, too affected by life.

old kendall would’ve never ran away from his problems. old kendall would’ve never hid the truth from his loved ones. old kendall would’ve never let the band break out.

we can see his old-self appearing in “big time cameo” when he stands up for carlos or “big time double date” when he protects lucy but other than that - we completely lost his original character as seasons went on and it’s devastating.

also would like to say that it’s not just kendall, it’s all of them. james was never that arrogant, logan was never this ignorant and carlos was never this naive. writers ruined all of their characters and for what? for turning the show into a big joke with the weirdest and dumbest last episode ever.

I said what I said.

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CHAPTER EIGHT, big time love song

Andi had noticed a new girl had moved to the Palm Woods and decided to introduce herself to her. She seemed nice so she hoped they'd become friends. She had been walking in the lobby when she spotted the blonde sitting at one of the chairs, reading over what looked like a script. She figured the blonde must be an actress. "Hi," She greets after getting the courage to walk over to her. "I'm Andi Wainwright."

The blonde-haired girl looks up from her script and smiles at her. "I'm Jo. Jo Taylor."

"Nice to meet you." Andi replies with a friendly smile. "I just noticed you were new here so I wanted to come over and say hi."

Jo nods, tucking her script under her arm. "Yeah, I just moved in. It's all a bit overwhelming, to be honest."

Andi nods sympathetically. "Yeah, it can be a lot at first, but you'll get used to it. The Palm Woods is full of interesting people." She added with a small smile.

Jo chuckles. "That's what I've heard. So, what do you do around here, Andi?"

Andi smiles, feeling a bit proud to talk about her role in Big Time Rush. "Well, I'm a songwriter, and I'm part of a band called Big Time Rush. We're working on making it big in the music industry."

Jo's eyes light up with interest. "Wow, that sounds amazing! I'm actually an actress. I'm hoping to find some work while I'm staying at the Palm Woods." She gestures to the script she held. "And I'm hoping I'll get this role I'm looking over."

"Well, I'm sure you will." Andi said reassuringly. "LA has a lot of opportunities for those in the entertainment industry. I'm sure you'll find something." She hoped so anyway. "Oh, and if you need any help or just someone to talk to, feel free to come and find me. Like, if you want a tour of the place I'd be happy to show you around." She offered. She didn't have many friends her age who were girls so she was hoping that Jo and her would be able to be friends.

Andi's friendly demeanor and offer to help immediately put Jo at ease. She smiles warmly at Andi's offer and nods appreciatively. "Thanks, Andi, that's really kind of you," Jo says, genuinely touched by the gesture. "I would love it if you could show me around sometime 'cause this is way different than from where I'm from. But I actually have a bit of unpacking left to do…Maybe you can help with that?" She tilts her head to the side, rubbing the back of her neck nervously. "I mean, we could get to know each other and maybe even become friends?"

Andi's face lights up with a smile at Jo's suggestion. "Of course! I'd love to help you unpack and get settled in. It'll be a great chance for us to get to know each other better." She genuinely felt excited about the prospect of making a new friend, especially since Jo was a girl and around her age. Don't get her wrong, she loves hanging out with the boys, but it would be nice to have a friend her age that's a girl. The only one she had was Camille and she was busy most of the time which was understandable considering she was also an actress.

"Awesome, thank you! If you're not busy now, I could really use the help." Jo replied happily, thrilled that her and Andi are already hitting it off. She's always loved making new friends and Andi seems like a really cool person, so she's excited to get to know her better. She had been worried about moving to LA and not knowing anyone, so having a potential new friend in Andi already put her at ease.

"No, I'm not busy. I was just heading back to my apartment anyway." Andi admitted as she smiled at her. Jo nodded with a smile and got up, holding her script and they began to walk over to the elevators.

As they head towards Jo's room to assist with the unpacking, Andi continues the conversation. "So, where are you from originally? It must be quite a change coming to LA from there." She was genuinely curious about Jo's background and wanted to make her feel comfortable opening up.

Jo nods as they walk. "Yeah, it's definitely a big change. I'm from North Carolina and it's pretty different from LA, that's for sure. But I've always dreamed of pursuing a career in acting, so I knew I had to make the move eventually. What about you, Andi? Are you from LA?" She asked curiously.

"Yeah, born and raised." Andi smiles, nodding in response. "Los Angeles has always been home for me. I've been around the entertainment industry for as long as I can remember. My mom works as a talent agent, so I've grown up seeing the ins and outs of the business." She shrugs. "It's definitely a unique lifestyle, but I wouldn't have it any other way."

Jo listens intently, nodding along with Andi's words. "Wow, that's really cool. It must be exciting to have such a close connection to the industry. I bet you've got some interesting stories to tell." She grinned, feeling even more excited about potentially becoming friends with Andi.

Andi chuckles. "Yeah, there have definitely been some interesting experiences along the way. But enough about me, I'm really curious to learn more about you. What's it like growing up in North Carolina?" She asked curiously while she had pressed the button for the elevator. The two girls continue to learn more about each other as they got into the elevator and waited to head to the floor Jo lived on.

The elevator doors closed as Andi and Jo continued their conversation. Jo began to share stories about her hometown in North Carolina, describing the slower pace of life, the close-knit community, and the beautiful scenery. Andi listened intently, finding Jo's stories fascinating and feeling grateful for the chance to learn more about her new friend.

As they arrived on Jo's floor, they stepped out of the elevator and made their way to Jo's apartment. Jo unlocked the door and led Andi inside, where boxes were scattered around the living room and bedroom.

"Sorry for the mess," Jo said sheepishly, gesturing to the boxes. "I haven't had much time to unpack since I arrived."

"No worries," Andi replies with a smile. "Let's get started, shall we?"

Together, they began unpacking Jo's belongings, chatting and laughing as they worked. Andi couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement about the budding friendship between them. She was grateful for the opportunity to make a new friend in Jo and looked forward to getting to know her better. As they worked, Andi knew that this was just the beginning of a beautiful friendship, and she couldn't wait to see where it would take them.

"Today we are gonna sing a love song." Gustavo tells the boys while Kelly hands each of them a lyric sheet. "It's a slow song, about love."

The boys stare at each other with confusion and a bit of intimidation when they each notice the tall buff guy standing in the back of the room. "The record company wants one of your demo songs to be a ballad." Kelly said, now standing beside her daughter and Gustavo again.

"Okay, does anybody else notice the huge guy in the corner?" Kendall asked, pointing to Freight Train and the other three boys nod.

Gustavo points at Freight Train. "That's Freight Train, my new executive in charge of making people do what I say."

The boys flinch and Logan even hides behind James when Freight Train punches a hole in the wall. "Hi, Freight Train." Andi smiled at the intimidating man, waving at him as well. Freight Train returned the smile and waved back at her, much to the shock of the boys.

"Andi, why are you acting so friendly with the scary big man?" Carlos gasped, looking at her with wide eyes. Andi couldn't help but laugh at his reaction.

She rolls her eyes, playfully nudging his shoulder. "He's not scary, Carlos." She pauses before adding, "Well, sometimes. But he and I are friends. Right, Freight Train?" She asked, smiling at the dark-skinned man, reaching out a fist to fist bump him. He nodded, smiling slightly in response and fist bumped her back which caused her to grin.

The boys watched the exchange with wide eyes, still not fully comprehending how Andi was able to act so calm around Freight Train. They knew he was Gustavo's bodyguard and could be pretty intimidating, so they weren't sure how Andi had gotten close to him.

Logan moves back to his spot as Gustavo looks at him and the others. "Now, this is a song about when you see a girl for the first time and you know she's the one. Do you guys know what I'm talking about?"

The boys stare off into space, each one day dreaming about a certain girl. While Carlos, James, and Logan were daydreaming about the new girl, Kendall was daydreaming about Andi.

Andi and her mother glance at each other, confused when they notice the boys all staring off into space with smiles on their faces. "Have they officially gone crazy?" Her mother whispered to her, earning a small giggle from Andi.

"Maybe?" She whispered back, shrugging her shoulders.

In the boy's daydream, Jo was walking out to the pool area wearing a 'I heart hockey' jersey, carrying a hockey stick, and she even blew them a kiss. In Kendall's daydream, Andi was walking out of the Palm Woods dressed in her 'I heart hockey' jersey, carrying a hockey stick and she looked at him with a smile that made his heart skip a beat. He had walked over to her and took her hand in his and they leaned in to kiss. He wasn't even snapped out of his daze when his friends started wrestling with each other, shouting 'she's mine' repeatedly. He continued staring off into space with a dreamy smile on his face, thinking about how amazing his life would be if he and Andi were together.

Andi was surprised when the three boys started fighting over a girl and Kendall just stood there, staring off into space. "Guys," She calls, trying to break up the fight but the three boys didn't seem to hear her. "Kendall?" She tries to get the blonde's attention, but Kendall didn't respond either. She walks over to stand in front of him, waving her hand in front of his face. "Hello? Earth to Kendall, are you in there?"

Kendall's dream was broken when Andi stepped into his line of sight, waving her hand in front of his face. He blinks rapidly, snapping out of his daze and realizing where he was. "Huh? Oh, um, sorry, Andi," He stammers, feeling a flush of embarrassment color his cheeks. "I, uh, got lost in thought for a moment there."

Andi chuckles, giving him a playful nudge. "Clearly. What were you daydreaming about? You had this goofy smile plastered on your face."

Kendall's blush deepens, his mind racing for an excuse. He couldn't tell her the truth, that he had been fantasizing about her. "Uh, it was nothing," He finally says, avoiding eye contact. "Just, um, thinking about hockey." He wasn't fully lying. His daydream had involved his favorite sport.

Andi didn't buy it, but she decided not to push him any further. "Okay, if you say so." She replied with a shrug. She moved to stand by her mom again, glancing back at Kendall once more. He was still blushing and avoided her gaze, keeping his eyes focused on the floor. She couldn't help but feel a little confused and hopeful that she was the one who caused him to look so flustered.

"Freight Train!" Gustavo gestured to Freight Train to stop the boys. Freight Train walked over to the three boys wrestling and picks up James and Carlos by their shoulders. The two boys let out a surprised yelp before they land on their feet as Freight Train then pulled Logan away from them so they stood by each other.

"Woah!" Carlos smiles brightly. "That was kind of fun."

Gustavo furrows his eyebrows at suddenly smelling something weird. "What is that smell?" Andi then realized what he meant and was confused about it as well.

James pulls out a small bottle from his pocket. "It's Barracuda Man Spray."

Andi rolls her eyes. "Why do you have that?" She knew that James was obsessed with it and was always carrying a small bottle around with him, but she never understood why.

"Because it's awesome." James grins. "We're in love with a girl at the Palm Woods," James points to the Barracuda Man Spray in his hand. "And this is my edge."

Kendall scoffs. "You need an edge?" He didn't understand how a spray could help him get the girl of his dreams.

Carlos turns to James with annoyance and exclaims, "You always get the girl!"

"Yeah," Logan chimes in, looking annoyed as well. "Give us a chance for once."

James raises a finger up as he dramatically says, "She will be mine."

Andi grimaced while Carlos, Logan, and James began arguing with each other again. She loved her friends, but sometimes they were a bit too much. She couldn't understand why they were so obsessed with this girl and what made her so special. She couldn't help but feel a hint of jealousy towards her. She hoped Kendall wasn't interested in her, it seemed like he wasn't interested in the same girl his friends were so maybe he was thinking of someone else? She hoped it was her, but she wasn't sure.

Freight Train pushes the boys who were still yelling and fighting over to the isolation booth. "He is really good." Gustavo commented and Andi nodded in agreement.

Once the boys were in the isolation booth they start singing the song called 'Any kind of guy you want'. In Andi's opinion, she thinks the song is too slow. If she wrote it she would've made it more upbeat. She couldn't help but glance over at Kendall every so often and notice how he kept sneaking glances at her. She wondered why he kept doing that, was it possible he liked her the same way she liked him? Every time she caught him stealing glances at her, her heart fluttered and her face grew warm. She hoped that it wasn't just a silly crush and that it was something more.

Kendall couldn't help but steal glances at Andi throughout the recording session. He knew it was wrong to check her out while she wasn't looking, but he couldn't help it. He was completely mesmerized by her and couldn't keep his eyes off her. He also noticed that she kept sneaking glances at him, and his heart skipped a beat every time their eyes met. He could feel a warm feeling in his chest, a feeling he hadn't felt before. Could this be the beginning of a new romance?

Andi thought that the boys started out singing good, but then James suddenly started sneezing throughout the song and she began to get worried for him. Gustavo finally had enough of James sneezing in the middle of the song and gets the boys to stop singing. He takes the headphones he had on off and presses the button that allows the boys to hear him while he leans towards the microphone in front of him. He put emphasis on the words 'love' and 'not sneezing'. "This is a song about love, not sneezing!"

The boys jump back whenever the microphone feedbacks after Gustavo yelled into the microphone. Kelly leans forward, putting an arm on Gustavo's shoulder. "But the pollen count is really high today."

Kelly stands up as Gustavo turns to her and Andi. "Then get him to a doctor and fix him while I fix the song because it's horrible."

Andi lets out a sing of relief. "I'm so glad I'm not the only one who thinks it's horrible." She mumbled to herself.

Gustavo turns back to the boys, pressing the button allowing them to hear him. "Freight Train, take the boys home."

Freight Train nods and walks over to the boys. James shakes his head when he saw Kelly walking over to him. "No, I don't want to go to the doctor. I'm in love." He sneezed just as he said that. Kelly grabbed his arm, pulling him out of the isolation booth.

"See you layer, James!" Carlos grins. "We gotta go back to the Palm Woods now!"

Andi takes a step back when James rushes over to the microphone in front of Gustavo, pressing the button as he speaks to the boys. "You are not allowed to talk to her until I'm back." Kelly grabs his shoulder, trying to pull him away. "I mean it!" James shouted. He sneezed again and reluctantly left with Kelly.

While Carlos and Logan got the courage to speak to Jo, Andi and Kendall decided to hang out with each other and get to know each other a little better. As Andi and Kendall wandered around LA together, they found themselves chatting about various topics, from music to their favorite movies. As they walked, Andi couldn't help but notice how easy it was to talk to Kendall, and she found herself opening up to him more than she had with anyone else.

"So, what's your favorite thing about living here in LA?" Kendall asked, flashing her a smile as they strolled through the streets of LA. Their arms kept brushing up against each other when they walked, their hearts raced every time they touched.

"Definitely the weather." Andi said, returning his smile. "I'm definitely not a fan of the cold. Give me sunny days and warm weather any day." She chuckled, running a hand through her hair.

Kendall nods in agreement, his eyes sparkling as he looks at Andi. "Yeah, I totally get that. The weather here is pretty great. And there's always something exciting happening in LA, you know? It's like the city never sleeps."

Andi smiles, feeling a rush of excitement as she realizes how much she enjoys spending time with Kendall. "Yeah, there's always something new to discover and explore. It's never boring, that's for sure."

"So, tell me more about your songwriting," Kendall says, turning to Andi with genuine interest. "What inspires you to write music?"

Andi's eyes light up as she talks about her passion for songwriting. "Well, it's a mix of things, really. Sometimes it's personal experiences or emotions I want to express. Other times, it's just random ideas that pop into my head. I find inspiration everywhere, from everyday life to the people I meet." She pauses, glancing at Kendall and noticing how intently he's listening to her. It made her heart swell with happiness knowing that he genuinely cared about what she had to say. "I guess it's just a way for me to share my thoughts and feelings with the world, you know? Music has the power to connect us all, and I'm lucky enough to be able to create something that can make people feel something."

Kendall listens intently, hanging on her every word. He finds himself drawn to Andi's enthusiasm and creativity, feeling inspired by her love for music. "That's really cool," He says, genuinely impressed. "I've always admired songwriters and their ability to capture emotions and tell stories through music."

Andi blushed slightly at his compliment, feeling a warm glow of happiness spread through her. She's grateful for Kendall's support and encouragement, feeling a connection with him that she hadn't felt with anyone else before. She feels like she can be herself around him and she knows he feels the same way. Kendall can't help but notice the faint blush coloring Andi's cheeks and it makes his heart flutter. It makes him happy to know she's flustered because of him and he hopes he can make her feel that way more often. He loves spending time with her and getting to know her better, and he can't help but feel a growing attraction towards her. He knows he needs to be careful though, as he doesn't want to ruin their friendship by rushing into anything too soon. But he can't deny the butterflies he feels whenever he's around her, and he hopes that maybe, just maybe, there could be something more between them in the future.

As they continue to walk and talk, Andi and Kendall find themselves lost in conversation, enjoying each other's company more and more with each passing moment. Andi can't help but feel grateful for the chance to get to know Kendall better, and she finds herself growing more and more fond of him as they spend time together. Kendall feels the same way, feeling lucky to have met someone like Andi and hoping they can continue to grow closer as time goes on.

After a few hours of wandering around LA and chatting, Andi had gotten a text from her mom, saying they needed to come back to the studio so they headed that way. When they got there, they had noticed Kendall's little sister, Katie was there. When Andi asked her what she was doing there, Katie explained she was writing a report about someone she admired and that she chose Gustavo for it. Andi thought that was sweet of her.

Gustavo then had ordered Freight Train to go get the boys - Carlos, James, and Logan, who were still back at the Palm Woods, trying to get Jo's attention. Eventually Freight Train came back with the trio and along with Kendall they were put in the recording booth to sing. As they sang, Andi noticed some kind of mask on James' face and how his singing was muffled because of it. She furrowed her eyebrows, confused about why James was wearing a mask.

Gustavo stops playing piano, getting up to face the boys. "What was that? What was that?"

Kelly points at him. "You told me to get him to stop sneezing, and I did."

"But he can't sing!" Gustavo shouts. "And we have to sing this love song because the record company wants a love song, and I still hate this song!"

"Well, he refuses to take an allergy shot, and I'm not a nurse!" Kelly yelled, waving her arms around dramatically. Andi's eyes widen slightly, surprised and impressed by her mom's yell. Her mother rarely yelled, but when she did, it was a sight to see.

Gustavo raises his eyebrows. "Your yelling has improved. But more like this:," He raises his voice. "Get him an allergy shot!"

"It's my fault, Gustavo." James speaks up, taking off the mask he wore. He sneezes. "I need to do this. I'll go get the shot."

Kelly points at him, gesturing him to follow her as she leaves the room. James followed her, but then turns around doing a small dance while showing his Barracuda Man Spray. Carlos, Kendall, and Logan looked at him with wide eyes and looked at Gustavo. They each make up some excuse as to why they aren't feeling well and try to leave the room, getting stopped by Freight Train.

Freight Train looks at Gustavo. "It's not that bad of a song." He looks at Carlos, Kendall, and Logan. "In fact, if I was a girl and someone sang it to me, I'd be really touched."

Kendall raises an eyebrow at him. "How touched?"

"Like go out with you touched?" Logan questioned.

"If we sang this song to you-If you were a girl." Carlos said to Freight Train.

Freight Train nods. "Yeah."

That was all it took for Carlos and Logan to begin arguing with each other as Kendall started daydreaming again. Andi sighed and shook her head at the boys' antics, but she was still amused by their argument. She glanced at Kendall and noticed he was staring at her with a dazed expression on his face, a soft smile playing on his lips. Andi felt her cheeks flush as she realized he was staring at her, and she couldn't help but think that maybe, just maybe, Kendall was starting to develop feelings for her too.

Andi was now helping Jo unpack and Camille even joined them. Camille had met Jo earlier and the two quickly became friends like how Andi and Jo had. Camille had offered to help unpack and the three girls have been busy with unpacking and talking. They were getting along quite well and Andi was happy that Jo was fitting in so well.

Andi raises her eyebrows when she heard the faint voice of Logan singing and the sound of a guitar. She then was quick to realize he was singing the song 'Any kind of guy you want'. Jo went out to her balcony to see what was going on, smiling at seeing Logan was singing to her.

Andi shares a shocked and worried expression with Camille when they hear a crash. Then they heard Carlos sing the next part of the song. Another crash is heard and then they hear Kendall singing. Andi steps out on the balcony with Camille to see what the commotion was about, her heart fluttering when she saw Kendall's eyes lit up at seeing her as he kept singing. The way he sang made it seem like he was singing directly to her, it made butterflies swarm in her stomach and she felt her heart beat faster.

Kendall was suddenly pushed to the side by Logan, who now held a flower and tried throwing it up to Jo, but was quickly pushed to the side by Carlos. The boys continue to try to sing the song, Carlos and Logan trying to get Jo's attention while Kendall was trying to get Andi's attention. Andi couldn't stop her heart from racing and the way her face kept growing warm. She didn't want to misread the signals, but she was sure Kendall was singing to her. She could be wrong, but deep down she hoped she wasn't. The song started to get faster as the boys continued to fight and sing more upbeat. Andi honestly thought this was much better than the slower version Gustavo had them sing.

The boys start fighting with each other until Jo stops them. "Hey! Guys! Great song." The three of them look up at her with a hopeful expression. "But you should probably know that I have a boyfriend back home."

"What?!" Carlos and Logan shouted with disbelief. Kendall looked surprised as well, but he didn't seem to care much since he was too focused on Andi.

"But we can still be friends, right?" Jo asked, sending the boys an apologetic look.

"Yeah." The trio spoke in unison and both Carlos and Logan had an upset expression on their face.

Jo gives them a thumbs up and goes back inside. Andi turns to face Jo as she chuckles. "That was interesting to watch."

Jo nods in agreement. "Yeah, I agree."

Jo gives them a thumbs up and goes back inside. Andi turns to face Jo as she chuckles. "That was interesting to watch."

Jo nods in agreement. "Yeah, I agree."

Jo went back to unpacking and Andi walks out onto the balcony when she heard the familiar yelling of Gustavo. She noticed Gustavo, Mrs. Knight, Katie, and Freight Train each had ice cream and Katie was even on Freight Train's shoulders.

Freight Train puts Katie down while Gustavo speaks. "I know what this song is. It's not a slow love song; it's a fast love song."

"Katie." Gustavo points at Katie. "Do not finish that report until I finish this song." Katie nods and Gustavo points at Freight Train. "Freight Train, to the studio." He goes to jump into Freight Train's arms, but falls since Freight Train didn't catch him. Andi winced at the fall, watching Carlos, Kendall, and Logan rush over to help Gustavo up with a small smile on her lips.

Jo and Camille walk onto the balcony, standing on each side of Andi as they look down at the scene happening. Camille laughed at the boys' attempt to try and get Gustavo up.

Camille looks at Jo, gesturing to herself and Andi. "Uh, you told us that you didn't have a boyfriend."

"Uh, I don't, but I can't deal with that every day." Jo said, gesturing to the boys.

"They're actually not that bad when you get to know them." Andi reassures her. She shakes her head. "No, scratch that. They're crazy, but they're also really great guys." She said softly, her gaze landing on the boys, her gaze lingering on Kendall and she couldn't help the smile that tugged on her lips at seeing him stealing glances at her. When they locked eyes, they both blushed and smiled shyly at each other before they had looked away quickly.

Jo smiles a bit, glancing back at the boys. "Yeah, they seem like it."

"Boys are stupid." Camille chuckles. She looks at Jo with a threatening expression. "Remember, Logan's mine."

Jo raises her hands up in defense. "Got it." She looks at Andi. "Anyone else off limits?" She asked jokingly.

Andi didn't hear her since she had looked back at Kendall and her heart did a flip in her chest when she saw the smile he sent her. She didn't even notice Jo's question since she was so lost in Kendall's eyes. It seemed like they were the only two people in the world at the moment and nothing else mattered. Jo nudges her with a smirk, causing Andi to snap out of her daze and look at her. "Huh?"

"I was asking if anyone else was off limits." Jo repeats, smirking more when Andi's cheeks flushed. "And I think I answered my own question. Kendall, right?" She teased, nudging her friend with a chuckle.

Andi's blush grew darker. "N-No! We're just friends!" She denies, looking away from Kendall and clearing her throat. Jo and Camille gave her a look that clearly showed they didn't believe her. Andi laughs nervously, feeling a bit embarrassed by her obvious crush on Kendall. "Okay, maybe I like him a little bit," She admits, rubbing the back of her neck sheepishly. "But it's not like he feels the same way about me."

Camille and Jo share a look, silently communicating before looking back at Andi. "Are you kidding?" Camille asks incredulously. "Have you seen the way he looks at you? That boy is head over heels for you."

"Yeah," Jo agrees, nodding in agreement. "I know I just moved here and I don't really know you guys that well yet, but even I can see that Kendall is crazy about you."

Andi's eyes widen slightly, surprised by her friend's words. She looks back at Kendall and notices the way he's looking at her, his expression full of adoration and affection. It makes her heart flutter and she can't help but smile softly at him. Maybe, just maybe, there was a chance that he liked her too.

Jo and Camille grin at the blushing girl, glad to see she was finally realizing her feelings for Kendall. "We'll let you get back to your staring contest with Kendall." Camille says, winking at her. "Come on, Jo. Let's go back inside."

Jo and Camille both giggle, heading back into the apartment as Andi and Kendall continue to gaze at each other. Neither one of them can deny the sparks that fly between them and it makes their hearts race with anticipation. They can't help but hope that maybe, just maybe, something more could develop between them. Andi couldn't help but feel excited and nervous about what the future may hold for her and Kendall. She knew it was early on in their friendship, but she had a good feeling about him and she couldn't wait to see where things went.

After the boys preform the song 'Any kind of guy you want' to Griffin, Griffin turns around to Andi, Gustavo, and Kelly. He stands up and Andi nervously bites her lower lip. "I tell you I want a slow love song," Griffin said to Gustavo. "And instead you ignore me and give me…A hit."

Andi lets out a sigh of relief at hearing that, happy that Griffin liked the song. Andi high fives her mom and Katie fist bumps the air. Griffin smiles and then grew serious. "But I still want a slow love song, and put the word baby in it. Yeah, that's good." He pats the side of Gustavo's face before he walks over to Freight Train. "And what's your name?"

"Freight Train." Freight Train replied.

Griffin nods. "Of course it is." He then left with his assistants and Gustavo turned to the boys with a thumbs up which made the boys jump up and cheer.

Gustavo sits down next to Katie. "Well?"

Katie takes her notebook and reads to Gustavo what she wrote. "'So, like all great artists, Gustavo finds his music in life, and that's why I admire Gustavo Rocque'."

Gustavo smiles. "Amazing." He points at her. "You forgot to write, 'I'm amazing'."

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James Maslow is a mean lesbian

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umm did anyone hear that James from BigTimeRush is now a propagandist for isnotreal

[its-lovelyhappycollection]

Has anyone else noticed how much 'this is our someday' completely captures what the show and the band is about?

Allow me to break down the songs lyrics and explain:

'When everyday feels like the other and everywhere looks just the same'

in the show, this highlights what the boys were like in Minnesota, waking up, going to school, making mischief, doing homework and going to work (but that only applies to Kendall).

But in real life, the boys all had a passion for music and entertainment and have done a few cameos in shows and we're waiting for their next job.

When a dream feels like forever and your a face without a name

In the show this line could just relate to James or all the boys in general, James and (seemingly) Kendall wanted to be famous, James with singing and Kendall with hockey while Logan wanted to be a doctor and Carlos wanted to help people, but all of them were just normal boys.

In real life, like I mentioned before, all the boys have a passion for music and entertainment, they've made appearances in shows before, but that was only for a short amount of time and were waiting for their big break.

And maybe now is our best chance, to finally get it right. Just look at the world as an apple and it's time to take a bite

This perfectly symbolizes the opportunity the boys took with BTR, they didn't know how it would turn out, but they still took the opportunity and made the decision of a lifetime.

Someday it will come together, someday we will work it out, I know we can turn it up all the way, (cause this is our someday), someday is what we make it, someday is like here and now, what way what way what way, cause this is our someday

Pretty explanatory these lyrics, we all think 'someday I will achieve my dreams' and to quote James from the show "that someday is today" and that's what this song is about. Embracing that your someday has finally arrived and it's up to you to decide how you do with it.

We all have times, times we wonder will the spotlight shine in me?

With this line, again talking about the show and real life, in the show it was when the boys would get the opportunity to show the world their talents. With Logan it was how good of a doctor he will be, James his singing talent, Kendall with his hockey and Carlos with his desire to help people.

In real life, it was when the boys would finally get the recognition they wanted and finally be able to pursue their passions, both as actors and musicians.

Don't let the waves go and pull us under, we'll miss the opportunity, don't look down or look back.

This comes into play with s4 in the show, and with 1D in real life. In the show, the boys were worried about how with the new rise of boy bands emerging they would be forgotten. But also in the first season were they were dropped by the record company, showing us that yes, there will be obstacles in the way and doubt will be in the way but...

It's not that far to go, cause if we never trap it, we will never really know

The boys continued with their dream, trusting their fans and their fans delivered, even 10+ years later. They didn't know how well they would be received after so long, but they still took the chance and opportunity to come back because like the lyrics said 'we will never really know'

(ignoring chorus as I've done it already)

Oh no, I don't have all the answers, if there is one thing I know for sure, one is good, but four is better

Ok, starting with the show, James originally wanted a solo career, it was all he ever wanted and he got that briefly with Hawk, but he not only realized that Hawk was a jerk, but he also loved singing with his friends, he had more fun singing with his friends.

In real life, all the boys wanted a singing career (yes, I know Kendall had Heffron Drive) but after they joined Big Time Rush, they realized how much fun it was singing together as a group and created a special bond.

As Tanya Chisholm once said in an interview: "in the beginning there was alot of pettiness between them, with who's the star and who's not, now they're like brothers". So yes, this lyric shows the bond between the boys both in the show and the band and what it means to them.

It took some time to get here, but it's better late then never!

Now this lyric shows how far BTR has come, sure, they were well known in 2009-2014, but were overlooked because of 1D, but during their hiatus they all had time to grow individually and find their passions. Now that they've made a come back they've managed to achieve so many things, such as playing at MSG, a true dream come true for them.

So yes, this is our someday' perfectly captures what BTR is all about and it deserves more recognition.

Thank you for joining me in my TED talk of 'this is our someday' where my brain was thinking about this instead of more important things.

Anyways, this is just my personal opinion and I've probably put WAY too much thought into it, but I honestly just had to get it out

[jqtsblyth]

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The world of boy bands is a competitive one, filled with soaring harmonies, catchy hooks, and legions of devoted fans. But beneath the glitter and synchronized dance moves, there's also a reality of ambition, pressure, and the ever-shifting tides of pop culture. This is perfectly exemplified by the story of Big Time Rush's 2012 "Better With U" tour and their experiences sharing the stage with a then-unknown One Direction. A Dream Tour Turns Unexpected For Big Time Rush, the "Better With U" tour was a significant milestone. It marked their first major North American tour, following the success of their second studio album, "Elevate." The excitement was palpable, not just for the band members – Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, and Carlos PenaVega – but also for their loyal fanbase. Tickets sold out quickly, promising a whirlwind of electrifying performances and a chance to solidify their place in the pop music landscape. Big Time Rush vs. One Direction The Surprise Act: One Direction Steals the Spotlight However, the tour took an unexpected turn with the addition of a relatively unknown opening act: One Direction. Announced in the fall of 2011, this decision seemed logical at the time. Big Time Rush was a well-established Nickelodeon act with a dedicated following, while One Direction was a fresh-faced group yet to make a significant mark in the US market. A Shift in the Pop Landscape But between the tour announcement and its actual launch, the tide began to turn. One Direction, with their undeniable charm and catchy tunes, experienced a meteoric rise in popularity. Their debut single, "What Makes You Beautiful," released in February 2011, became a global sensation, catapulting them into the international spotlight. A Clash of Egos and Missed Opportunities As Carlos PenaVega later revealed on the "Unplanned" podcast, the sudden shift in fan focus was a bitter pill to swallow for Big Time Rush. "After our show, fans were outside the theater chanting for One Direction," he recalled. "That was hard for us." The initial excitement of a sold-out tour morphed into a reality where the opening act became the main attraction. A Regretful Decision and Lessons Learned PenaVega further admitted that Big Time Rush declined an offer from One Direction to return the favor and become their opening act in the UK. "Our egos got in the way," he confessed. "We were like, 'No. Never.'" Looking back, he acknowledges it might have been a missed opportunity. "We were kids," he said. "It's hard to control your ego at that age." The Aftermath: Diverging Paths The "Better With U" tour ultimately served as a turning point for both bands. Big Time Rush continued to enjoy success for several years, even embarking on a reunion tour and releasing new music in 2023. However, One Direction's trajectory reached unimaginable heights. Their global domination continued until their hiatus in 2016, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry. The Clash of Titans: Big Time Rush and One Direction As Big Time Rush embarked on their Better With U tour in 2012, anticipation ran high. However, the addition of One Direction as their opening act added a layer of complexity to the tour dynamics. Despite both bands enjoying immense popularity, the British quintet quickly emerged as a global phenomenon, garnering fervent fan support wherever they went. The Struggle of Sharing the Spotlight Carlos PenaVega's candid admission of the challenges faced by Big Time Rush underscores the struggle of sharing the spotlight with a band as phenomenally popular as One Direction. While the American pop group had already established a dedicated fan base, the overwhelming adoration for One Direction often overshadowed their presence, leading to feelings of frustration and inadequacy. Egos and Opportunities: A Lesson Learned PenaVega's revelation about the band's refusal to reciprocate One Direction's offer to open for them in the U.K. highlights the delicate balance between ego and opportunity in the entertainment industry. In hindsight, he acknowledges that youthful pride may have clouded their judgment, preventing them from seizing a potentially beneficial collaboration. The Evolution of Big Time Rush and One Direction Following the Better With U tour, both Big Time Rush and One Direction continued their respective journeys in the music industry. While One Direction skyrocketed to unprecedented heights of fame before ultimately going on hiatus, Big Time Rush experienced their resurgence years later with a reunion tour and the release of new music.

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Crown prince Salman: Saudi Arabia and Israel getting 'closer' to normalization

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS) has revealed in a US television interview that his country is moving closer to normalizing relations with Israel. He also expressed concerns about Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon, stating, "If they get one, we have to get one, for security reasons and the balance of power in the Middle East. But we don't want to see that." MbS made these remarks in an interview with Fox News, where he discussed a range of topics, including the potential for diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel. He emphasized the importance of resolving the Palestinian issue as part of any normalization agreement. “For us, the Palestinian issue is very important. We need to solve that part," the Saudi Arabi's de facto leader said. Regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions, MbS expressed worry about the consequences if Iran were to acquire a nuclear bomb and stated that such a scenario would lead to a "big fight with the rest of the world." US officials are actively working on brokering a historic deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel, which would include discussions on US security guarantees, civilian nuclear assistance for Saudi Arabia, and potential Israeli concessions to the Palestinians. While challenges remain, the US sees potential benefits in such a mega-deal, including reducing tensions in the Arab-Israeli conflict, countering Iran, and strengthening alliances in the Gulf. The interview coincided with a meeting between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which they pledged to work toward Israeli-Saudi normalization. Both leaders also expressed concerns about Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon. MbS defended OPEC+'s decision to cut oil output, denying that it was intended to aid Russia in its war in Ukraine. He also discussed the need for reforms in the Saudi security system to prevent incidents like the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the future. While the potential for improved US-Saudi relations and Israeli-Saudi normalization exists, it faces challenges in the US Congress due to concerns over MbS's role in various issues, including the Khashoggi case, Yemen's conflict, and oil prices. (With inputs from agencies) Read the full article

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