To Christina Grimmie
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To Christina Grimmie

#TeamGrimmie forever and always

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To Christina Grimmie
Zastavki

I woke up on June 11th and checked Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram like every normal morning. That morning was different, though. When I scrolled through FaceBook the first thing that came on my news feed was a picture of you and an article that stated, Christina Grimmie dead at 22.

My first thought was, "oh no this is some kind of sick rumor." I kept scrolling and I saw more articles stating the same thing. I quickly checked Twitter and I saw your name trending and realized that it was true. I was stunned, hurt, and devastated.

You were one of the first YouTube singers that I watched. I followed you when you were zeldaxlover64, had your big scene hair that I was totally obsessed with when I was in middle school, and had your Sonic the Hedgehog poster in your background. Your voice was unlike anything that I have ever heard before. It was so powerful and it made me feel every word that you were singing. I was an instant subscriber and fan.

My most favorite song that you covered was I won't give up by Jason Mraz. I played it all the time and would pretend that it was me who had your amazing voice. I listened to your version more than the original. I would have concerts in my room while listening to all of your songs.

When I found out that you were going to be a contestant on The Voice I felt so proud. It made me happy to know that someone who I have been following since 2009 on Youtube was going to get worldwide recognition on a huge singing show. Your audition singing Wrecking Ball blew me, the judges, and all of America away. It was so amazing seeing the judges reactions to your voice because that was the same exact reaction I had when I first heard you sing. You were getting the recognition that you truly deserved.

I loved your voice but more than that I loved your personality and sense of style. You seemed like such a sweet, kindhearted and chill person. Someone who I could play video games with and watch television. It was so easy to become a part of Team Grimmie.

Today I decided to rewatch some of your old videos and I could not hold back my tears. You were such a beautiful person inside and out. I honestly still cannot believe that you're gone. I did not know you personally but I still feel like I have lost a friend. I wish this was all a horrible nightmare. Though you are not physically here with us, I know that you will forever live on in mine and so many others hearts. You were an inspiration to many and touched all of us. Even though you are gone away, you will never be forgotten. God gave you a beautiful gift, now you can sing with Him.

Rest in paradise queen.

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