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Self-expression holds the highest in the world of music. From the flashy attire to the shocking act, musicians have never failed to use their image to enhance their art. Behind the sequins and soundboards, however, is a lesser passion--a passion to shimmer with inlaid antiqueness and new-fangled sparkle: gemstones.
Gemstones have risen to become part of the wardrobe of music royalty either as a symbol of their beauty, spirituality or as an emblem of their strength. We will today enter the sparkling world of the popular artists and the jewels they wear in their hearts.
The King of Rock and Roll was not only famous due to his dancing steps and smooth voice, he was also the king of posing with glittering jewelry. The famous TCB (Taking Care of Business) iconic ring designed by Elvis Presley was made of 14-karat gold and close to 10 carats of diamonds. This was not a mere fashion statement; it was a mark of loyalty and heritage. The enduring influence of Elvis on music and culture was reflected in diamonds, which are always brilliant.
Madonna is a reinventionist, but there is one thing that has never changed, and that is her obsession with diamonds. In 1991, she shocked the world with a diamond outfit that cost her an excess of 20 million dollars and was wearing a Bob Mackie dress that screamed old Hollywood glamour at the 1991 Oscars. In the case of Madonna, diamonds are not accessories; they are statements of authority, womanhood and revolution.
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The single-sequined glove popularized by Michael Jackson might not have been a stone traditional glove, but its sparkling nature made it a cultural object. The glove, which was designed by Bill Whitten, was synonymous with the stage persona Jackson had and sold at auction for more than one hundred thousand dollars. Although Jackson did not wear gemstones and jewelry very often, his use of sparkle was calculated as a part of his mystique and magnetism.
A.R. Rahman is a musical genius in India whose spiritual richness and soulfulness of musical pieces are well known. He is wearing a Blue Sapphire (Neelam), which is a gemstone that is linked with Saturn (Shani) in Vedic astrology. It is believed that the Neelam stone is instrumental in the meteoric rise of Rahman as it improves concentration, discipline and professional achievement. To Rahman, the jewel is not merely a decoration; it is a charm that brings change.
Amitabh Bachchan is not a musician but the deep tones of his baritone voice have appeared on numerous soundtrack Bollywood albums and make him a musical personality in his own way.
In his low point of career, Bachchan resorted to astrology and started wearing a Blue Sapphire, which many people believe made him come out of his lows. The stone continues to be the inseparable companion even today as a symbol of strength and renewal.
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Renowned playback singer Sonu Nigam, too, is wearing a Blue Sapphire, which goes by the belief that it helps in increasing mental sharpness and vocal capabilities. To a singer whose voice has made generations feel something with every song, the gemstone is a spiritual anchor, but also a style statement.
Taylor Swift is a pop star who is vulnerable in her lyrics and constantly changing as an artist in her space. She is commonly connected to Amethyst stone, a crystal that is associated with insight, clarity of emotions and calmness of mind. Fans and crystal lovers associate the reflective albums by Swift, in particular, Folklore, Evermore, and Midnights, with the relaxing and restorative power of amethyst. Being used either as a piece of jewelry or taken as an accessory, the stone is a reflective representation of how Swift passed through heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery.
What attracts musicians to gemstones? It’s more than just sparkle. Here are a few reasons:
Symbolism: Gemstones tend to have qualities that artists hope to possess; they want to gain the positive energies through the gem to up their game, such as creativity (opal), passion ( ruby stone ), clarity (sapphire) and grounding (turquoise).
Spiritual Belief: Gemstones have been shown to align energies, prevent negativity and improve performance, and many artists are very spiritual.
Personal Branding: The way a musician has a signature sound, the same way a musician has a signature look. They incorporate gemstones in their visual identity.
Legacy and Memorabilia: Classic artefacts such as the TCB ring of Elvis or the glove of Jackson become part of music history and are now owned by everyone, be it a fan or collector.
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