The *A-List*

The A- Lister, that single individual that stands out from the rest of society, that guy or girl whose spot on the social ladder keeps getting higher the more you reach for it, that individual whose position u secretly envy but can do absolutely nothing about.

According to everyone’s favorite dictionary Wikipedia, “In popular usage outside the movie industry, an "A-list celebrity" simply refers to any person with an admired or desirable social status. In recent times, the term has given rise to any person, regardless of profession, in the limelight”.

They are present in every society, being idolized and worshipped by those on the lower lists. They are easy to spot in a crowd because contrary to what they might want, they will always be surrounded by a crowd. This crowd will most definitely include his or her one closest buddy, but for each one buddy, there are at least 250 well wishers struggling to be seen with the A-lister ,there to mooch off his or her fame and boost their own social standings by being associated with the A-lister.

With clear reference to the college environment, the A-lister is that kid with the mad shades that was born into money. He or she is the kid who goes on four day trips out of town during mid- semester by air, just because he or she needs a change of environment and worst case scenario, He or she could also be the athlete, rapper, cheerleader, stoner guy or girl that is always seen with the aforementioned kid with the shades.

They are a different breed from us on the B-List, C-List, D-List or Z-List. They have their own parties, ideals and views on life that others may find utterly absurd.

Occasionally, you find that one person trying so hard to get into the good graces of the A-lister who pretty much doesn’t give a fuck about your antics. Word of advice:It is best to refrain from such because the A-list mindset is a “what can u do for me for my seal of approval” mindset.

Not to be misunderstood however, A-listers can pretty much fend for themselves and you but the point here is you don’t chose to be the A-lister’s compadre, he or she chooses you. So quit trying so hard, its pathetic.

The public is fascinated by the A-list, everyone wants to know what they are up to next so they can replicate it in another environment where they themselves are regarded as the A-list. It’s funny how the apex of one man’s strength can be the starting point for another’s, the A lister in your area is the B-lister when he or she switches environments.

In essence, the A-list in any society are a fine breed of individuals that are not to be envied or hated on because you really don’t matter to them, they should rather be celebrated and we should hope that we can one day cease to remain on a list and join the ranks of the A-list. :)