Usually when I tell someone that I'm a Backstreet Boys fan the response that I get is...”Are they still together”? “I thought that they broke up”? Or my personal favorite “you still like them”? My answer is always yes, no, they never broke up and yes I do.

I have been a BSB fan for the better part of 20 years. Even if one day they do stop recording (yes they still make NEW music) and touring (something they also continue to do) I will still be a fan.

Being considered a boy band they may not always get the recognition that they deserve. But they are truly great artists who put their all into the work that they do.

I didn't have the best childhood and I feel that the Backstreet Boys helped me get through that dark time in my life. It's also something they continue to do to this day. They have also taught me not to give up and stick through it. You're probably reading this rolling your eyes, but, in all honesty, the Backstreet Boys have been a great support system for many of their fans. We find their music therapeutic, comforting and just good.

Through all the issues that they’ve had with poor management, greedy record labels to Brian's heart surgery, AJ's rehab and Nick's bar brawls (and more I'm sure we have no idea about) they have had each other's backs and their bond grew tighter.

Because of them, I have met some of the most amazing people. They're not only my friends but they are also the sisters and brothers I've never had. We can rely on each other and we support each other. And whenever I need advice or anything under the sun I have my Backstreet buddies who are there to support me and give me the encouragement that I need.