Taylor Swift: From Karaoke Bars to Stardom
At an early age Taylor Swift seems to have been destined for success. Reportedly, when she got her first guitar, she used to practice “until her fingers bled or her mom called her to dinner.” At 11 years old, Taylor showed drive and determination when she persuaded her mom to vacation in Nashville, the country-music mecca.
On Taylorlivenation.com Taylor Swift states, “I had a demo CD of me singing karaoke music. We rented a car, and we would pull up in front of a label on Music Row and I’d walk in and talk to the receptionist: ‘Hi, I’m Taylor. I’m 11. I really want a record deal.’ It takes guts for an 11 year old to that. Heck, it takes guts for an adult to do that. And what about this? Also at age 11, she also performed the national anthem at a Philadelphia 76ers NBA game in front of thousands of fans. Taylor Swift knew what she wanted.
I've heard every album,
listened to the radio
Waited for something to come along
That was as good as our song…
And indeed Taylor Swift has taken these lines to heart since she embarked upon on a trip bounded for the top of country music charts. And guess what? She took her baby steps towards stardom when on weekends she dragged her parents to karaoke bars and open-mic nights. But Taylor Swift has also been influenced by legendary country music star, Tim McGraw. In fact, on her released album "Taylor Swift" , she dedicated a ballad to McGraw.
The country music princess has her hands full at the moment. Last week, Taylor featured her most recent hit "Change" on national TV during NBC’s Olympic Coverage Tonight." “Change” will appear on Taylor’s upcoming new album Fearless which hits stores November 11. In fact, "Change" is already available for presale on a new website launched last Friday by the country music star. Currently, she has a busy schedule touring nationwide playing with Rascal Flatts through the summer. Recently, Taylor Swift told fans during a concert that she will donate $100,000 to Cedar Rapids for flood relief.
At 18, still a teenager, Taylor Swift's ride has taught her a great deal of things about life. And compassion and care for others do not seem to be missing from her resume. From karaoke bars to stardom, dreams can come true. So keep singing!.
