The Titular Title (of this episode)

You know the Pinoy’s predilection for titles?

First it was the “of the Philippines” variety: the Elvis Presley of the Philippines, the Karen Carpenter of the Philippines, the Philippines’ answer to The BeeGees. Then there was the “star” era: Superstar, Megastar, Diamond Star, Star For All Seasons, Star of the New Millennium (that is, until the millennium celebrations came and went.) After them were the “divas”: the Concert Diva, the Divine Diva, the Soul Diva. Then there’s the royalty route: the Comedy King, the Concert King and Queen, Comedy-Concert Queen, Prince of R&B, Emperor of Pop. Now they’ve become more creative: Idol, the Edge of R&B, the Soul Siren.

But let’s go back to one diva: the Inspirational Diva, a.k.a. Gospel Diva, a.k.a. Jaime Rivera. From being a run-of-the-mill pop singer, she shifted to inspirational songs and found her fifteen minutes of fame at the height of EDSA 2. Since then she concentrated solely on singing spiritually uplifting songs. (Apparently these albums sell extremely well, according to an industry insider. An inspirational album is an easy, anytime-and-any-occasion gift.)

Now she has a new album out: The Purpose-Driven Life, inspired by the bestselling book. (*roll my eyes*) And to further enhance her USP, her new moniker is Spiritual Minstrel with an Attitude. What a mouthful!

Hmmm! Now I’m thinking of making my own moniker. What will it be? The Cyber Jester? The On-line Comedy Upstart? The McMinion with an attitude... and a camera?

And what will your title be?