Betty Davis Thighs... OR The Little White Girl Who Could (Get Funky)

I'm obsessed with Betty Davis.

No, not the one you're thinking of. I know, I know, when you think Betty Davis you think Bette Davis... as in the eyes. Well, there's another one. Possibly even a better one. Observe:

This Betty Davis is a crazy iconic funk singer from the the 70s, who was married to Miles Davis for a hot minute. And she's fabulous. I mean, just look at what she's wearing. Look at those boots! I want those boots. And that shirt. And to be her. 

My boyfriend is quite a fan of Miles Davis. I've always known who Betty Davis is, but it wasn't until my gentlemanfriend (all one word) started on his MD kick that I was reminded of how much there really is to appreciate about her. She of course has a wonderful voice at the core, but that's only the surface of it. A lot of the time she doesn't even make use of the straightforward vocal skill she's clearly capable of... her whole career seems to be an experiment in funkifying the norm. She was one of the first truly raunchy female singers, and one of the first to take funk to an even further place.

Oh, did I mention she was also Jimi Hendrix's little lady? Yeah. Yeah. 

So, here's my goal ladies and sirs: I honor and admiration of B-Dav, I'm vowing to funkify my life in as many ways as possible. I realize I'll probably never have a voice comparable to hers, so I'll have to search for other places in my life to sprinkle with the spirit of funk. The quest begins bright and early tomorrow morning... er, today morning.

The goal is to get this:

Living more like this:

I have quite the journey ahead. If you see me around sporting a horribly failed attempt at an afro and wearing silver thigh-highs, I apologize. Girl's gotta get funky.

Also, everyone in the world should listen to this as often as your ears can hear:

Wish me luck on my endeavor! May the funk be with you.

- L