A felon offered a musical apology, apparently inspired by singer Adele’s “Hello,” before being sentenced to up to 17 years in prison in Michigan for unlawful imprisonment and carrying a concealed weapon.
The Ann Arbor News reports 21-year-old Brian Earl Taylor on March 10 sang the refrain to Washtenaw County Trial Court Judge Darlene O’Brien that sounded like it was based on the hit song. It was recorded on courtroom video.
“Hello there, your honor,” Taylor sang. He continued: “I want to say I’m sorry for the things I’ve done and I’ll try and be stronger in this life I chose, but I want you to know — that door, I closed. And your honor I’m sorry, sorry, sorry, sorry.”
O’Brien said Taylor was “obviously a talented young man.”
The Associated Press contributed to this article.
The man still got a prison sentence. He should be popular on talent night in the prison. I’m glad the judge didn’t allow this antic to spare the convict from prison.
Don’t know the details but 17 years seems stiff. Murderers often get less with no show (pun intended) of remorse.
Well, Brian, if you’re a songwriter you’ll have some quiet time to work on your skill. In your favor there have been numerous singers/songwriters who have had a quality career after prison. At least it will give you something to pass the time constructively. Good luck.