There have been many times where I found myself living vicariously through characters I've seen on television. Everyone does it. If you say you don't, you're lying!
If there were one character that I'd drop my entire life to become, it'd be the one and only Tina Belcher from Bob's Burgers. Tina is the epitome of greatness all around. She's quirky, she's a badass, and she rocks those high socks, no matter what anyone else says. So here are just a few of the reasons Tina Belcher is my spirit animal:
- Erotic Friend Fiction.
Tina is the only adolescent I know that is comfortable with her own sexuality, and the sexuality of her peers! She is an amazing writer, reeling us in with her charming words and juicy content. Who doesn’t fantasize about their friends touching other friends butts? Which leads me to my next
point.
2. Tina loves Butts!
We all love butts and we cannot lie. Tina’s fascination with butts only makes me feel that much better about my obsession. There’s something about a strong glute that just gets a girl going.
3. She’s hopelessly devoted, and hopelessly irrelevant to Jimmy Jr.
We’ve all had our very own Jimmy Jr. at some point in our lives. It’s a classic tale, girl loves boy, boy doesn’t know girl exists. As viewers, we can’t help but support and root for our quirky protagonist as she bobs and weaves her way into Jimmy Jr.’s heart.
4. That girl can dance!
Tina’s got all the moves! She shakes her animated hips with such rhythm, it makes me want to get up and shake my butt too!
5. She can't help but grow on us.
You can’t help but be emotionally invested in Tina’s hopes and dreams. We’ve watched her grow from an introverted, shy girl into a butt-shaking, horse-riding, pre teen. It’s like reflecting back onto my own adolescence.
6. Hormoniums!
Tina’s a member of the coolest club in school, the Hormoniums! Who doesn’t want to rave around singing about puberty and mononucleosis in catchy harmonies? You can count me in. If there was a club like that when I was a kid I could’ve avoided mono. Just kidding! But seriously, the Hormoniums could have been the coolest thing. They’re like an adolescent version of SFSU’s Peaches! Minus the weird sex toys and free condoms.
So, there are six reasons why Tina Belcher is my spirit animal.
I know this might make it seem as tho I live under a rock in the himalayas, I must confess that I have never actually seen more than two episodes of Bob's Burgers. However, after reading this I think I have to go pull up netflix and binge watch the first season. Go Tina!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love Tina! You've reignited my obsession with Bob's Burgers and now I've been rewatching episodes every night now. I've always felt that Tina could play a major role in redefining the gender norms for teenage girls. We always hear about horny pre-teen/teenage boys, but not horny pre-teen/teenage girls.
ReplyDeleteThis is greatness you've really captured the essence of Tina in this post. I liked that you kept it short and to the point with your own flare to each reason. I think for someone that doesn't watch or know that much about the show they can really get a gage on who she is just from reading this.
ReplyDeleteI have to say, that even though I'm not female, I have always secretly wanted to be Tina Belcher. Maybe not for all the reasons that you've stated, but maybe more of her confidence in her awkwardness. More so the noises she makes because of her awkwardness. They're the noises we make in our heads, but I just don't have the confidence to make them myself.
ReplyDeleteTina Blecher is who everyone should try to be! Being that I am a fan of Bob's Burgers this blog is short, sweet, and too the point as to why Tina is an inspiration. She represents a strive to just love and be who you are without holding back. Gifs from the show were a nice touch to further convey the awesomeness that is Tina Belcher! Fans and new ones alike can relate to this blog post.
ReplyDeleteTina Blecher is who everyone should try to be! Being that I am a fan of Bob's Burgers this blog is short, sweet, and too the point as to why Tina is an inspiration. She represents a strive to just love and be who you are without holding back. Gifs from the show were a nice touch to further convey the awesomeness that is Tina Belcher! Fans and new ones alike can relate to this blog post.
ReplyDeleteTina, Gene, and Louise are the best part of Bob's Burgers. It is very true that we watch her grow as a character throughout the show one day she will win Jimmy Jr. one day. Also fun fact Tina is voiced by Dan Mintz which is great he does the perfect teenage girl. Tina's nervous moan is the funniest part of her.
ReplyDeleteAs a fan of Bob's Burgers, i'm loving this blog. Tina is definitely the most entertaining character and the fact that she is your spirit animal makes this... well...perfect.
ReplyDeleteAhh Tina! What would the world of Bob's Burgers be without Tina. She is everything, but Dan Mintz, the guy that voices her, he is something too! If you have not already check out his standup.
ReplyDeleteBob's Burgers is my life, so I relate to this blog on a spiritual level, and kudos to you for bring up the fact that Tina is a writer!
ReplyDeleteWith bursts of giggles and laughter of agreement, reading this blog made me want to watch Bob Burger's. I have always considered myself more of a Louis with Tina tendencies and the more I watch this show I am convinced it is based on my family...so I found the blog a refreshing memory that I am still trying to find the true Tina in my family.
ReplyDeleteP.S. I love Tina's socially awkward moans and obsession with horses
You know, at first I didn't understand why the entire fan base of Bob's Burgers loves Tina so much. Then by like the third season I thought she was amazing because she's too great to not enjoy. This blog captures a lot of the essence of Tina Belcher that people can relate to. It makes the blog very enjoyable to scroll through.
ReplyDeleteI haven't watched this show in a while, but you made me want to go and binge-watch the entire series. I love the way you juxtaposed your writing with all of those pictures and gifs, as it really supported your writing. Long live Tina Belcher!
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