Post #41856 by Tiki-bot on Sun, Jul 6, 2003 4:32 PM

I was simply referring to the spat of posts concerning "the death of tiki" and how once the general public fully embraces tiki culture it will be suddenly become uncool. I don't think tiki culture will ever be fully embraced by the public beyond what it has already, like plastic rafia, limbo contests, straw hats and Jimmy Buffet songs. Suffice it to say this is not most TC-er's idea of "tiki".

There seems to be a strong belief among many that once something is no longer "underground" that it will become diluted and lose its appeal. It's odd to read things like that here on TC since as many people seem to fear its popularity as much as others try to promote its popularity. Me, I'm pretty indifferent about it - you're either into it or not. And if you are, you make of it what you like. I liken it to trying to explain Burning Man to people. I just gave up because no amount of words can describe the experience, and the event sells out every year so they aren't in need of anyone spreading the gospel.