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Melin
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How can I convince my parents to let me be a kpop idol ?
Im obsessed with k-pop and im planning to audition on J.Y.P entertainment for dance and rap maybe visuals.But the problem is my parents.They kinda want me to be a doctor instead because that was my dream job 2 years ago,I wouldnt have said that i was only 8 and i didnt even know k-pop that time.By the way my name is Merryn and im 10 right now.My mom those like the song cupid a little and my dad doesnt like k-pop they dont listen to that music,pls help.
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Michelle M.
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Hello, Jordyn-Merryn !
Allow me to share some American advice with you about becoming a performer at the age of ten. It is possible to perform but at ten, you must start at the beginning and have very supportive parents who enable you to be a singer, actor or dancer or any type of performer.
How about one of my experiences as a ten year old who could think of nothing but show business. When I was in the fifth grade at a private school, a classmate and I produced a show at our school. Sophie was a professional ballet dancer at that point and we produced a variety show in which our classmates did skits and some sang, danced and Sophie did a solo. My classmate Sharon and I did a stand up comedy bit. My parents were very supportive and bought me certain props I needed and mom provided me with makeup for the stage. It was so rewarding and came off well and I am so glad Sophie and I had put our minds together to do this, all supported from all the adults involved.
So, you see, you can do your singing now, but in order to start a professional career for jobs you audition for, you are going to need your parents and some professional adults in full support of you. Your parents will need to drive you to auditions and venues. Your parents will need to buy costumes and various needed things that singers need. Your parents will have to sign the contracts for your singing career and agree with all the terms in those contracts. Your parents will even need to sit in on rehearsals for your safety and general oversight considering they have the time to do so. Is this possible right now for you to have ? It doesn't sound like it is.
Take a suggestion from me, produce your own K-Pop performance starting at your school. Ask your principal if you can put together a show (you must know how to do this first) using the auditorium at your school. It could be a concert or a variety show or a band contest show or anything. Once you get the okay, go for it. I have searched for this exact topic on line with details and there is no information about it. If you want exact pertinent information on how to develop and produce a show at school, advisors at Career Village would be happy if you request that in a separate post.
Also look into opportunities for a start at Winnipeg's YMCA-YWCA Recreational Opportunities for Children Program. I have left a link to their website below. There's also a good article with a link below about singing as a child. It has a special section discussing the importance of parents being involved.
There really is so much more advice I can give, but lets just say, take things slow, start from the beginning and even if you do that, bigger opportunities may come your way. When you are 18 and on your own, you can pursue a professional career. If your parents are still not supportive by than, you will have to invest your own time and money for things you'll need to go into K-Pop professionally. Learn how to break barriers and do what is doable for right now.
I hope that this was helpful and I wish you all the best ! Never give up.
RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN IN WINNIPEG https://www.ywinnipeg.ca/newcomer-services/roc
SINGING AS A CHILD https://howtobeabettersinger.net/how-to-become-a-famous-singer/how-to-become-a-famous-kid-singer-from-ages-10-until-17/
Allow me to share some American advice with you about becoming a performer at the age of ten. It is possible to perform but at ten, you must start at the beginning and have very supportive parents who enable you to be a singer, actor or dancer or any type of performer.
How about one of my experiences as a ten year old who could think of nothing but show business. When I was in the fifth grade at a private school, a classmate and I produced a show at our school. Sophie was a professional ballet dancer at that point and we produced a variety show in which our classmates did skits and some sang, danced and Sophie did a solo. My classmate Sharon and I did a stand up comedy bit. My parents were very supportive and bought me certain props I needed and mom provided me with makeup for the stage. It was so rewarding and came off well and I am so glad Sophie and I had put our minds together to do this, all supported from all the adults involved.
So, you see, you can do your singing now, but in order to start a professional career for jobs you audition for, you are going to need your parents and some professional adults in full support of you. Your parents will need to drive you to auditions and venues. Your parents will need to buy costumes and various needed things that singers need. Your parents will have to sign the contracts for your singing career and agree with all the terms in those contracts. Your parents will even need to sit in on rehearsals for your safety and general oversight considering they have the time to do so. Is this possible right now for you to have ? It doesn't sound like it is.
Take a suggestion from me, produce your own K-Pop performance starting at your school. Ask your principal if you can put together a show (you must know how to do this first) using the auditorium at your school. It could be a concert or a variety show or a band contest show or anything. Once you get the okay, go for it. I have searched for this exact topic on line with details and there is no information about it. If you want exact pertinent information on how to develop and produce a show at school, advisors at Career Village would be happy if you request that in a separate post.
Also look into opportunities for a start at Winnipeg's YMCA-YWCA Recreational Opportunities for Children Program. I have left a link to their website below. There's also a good article with a link below about singing as a child. It has a special section discussing the importance of parents being involved.
There really is so much more advice I can give, but lets just say, take things slow, start from the beginning and even if you do that, bigger opportunities may come your way. When you are 18 and on your own, you can pursue a professional career. If your parents are still not supportive by than, you will have to invest your own time and money for things you'll need to go into K-Pop professionally. Learn how to break barriers and do what is doable for right now.
I hope that this was helpful and I wish you all the best ! Never give up.
Michelle recommends the following next steps:
Thank you so much!so i didnt answer you for lots of hours.ill take the advice to start little im getting swimming lessons at YMCA actually so i can probably talk my mom into letting me have singing and dancing (kpop) lessons thank you!
Melin
That sounds wonderful, Jordyn ! I am very happy to give advice !
Michelle M.
Deborah R. Brandt, PT, DPT
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I was going to answer your question but the answer you already have is so good I'm just going to support it. You have lots of time to become whatever you want to be. Putting on a show at school is a great idea. You can also put on a show in your backyard, or a neighbor's backyard. You can make costumes out of the clothing you already have, or can borrow from a friend or from someone who will be in the show with you. You can invite friends in the neighborhood to be in the show, or be in the audience. You might talk to your classroom teacher about putting on a show for the class, or doing a project where the whole class does a show. Start small so you can learn how to do it. Don't give up on your dream. Who knows what you might want to be tomorrow, or in a year? You will find out when you get there. You can try to be a K-pop star and study and learn and maybe become a doctor too! You will only find out by doing it. So, do it. It is easier if your parents help, that is always true. But you may be able to find other people to help you - your teacher, your classmates, your neighborhood friends, a spiritual or religious leader. Does your school have a music teacher? If so, that person may be able to be very helpful. Good luck.
If there is a school music teacher, tell the music teacher about what you want to do and ask for help.
Tell your classroom teacher what you want to do and ask for help.
Put on a show in your or a neighbor's backyard. Do a variety show with your friends - singing, dancing, reciting poetry, doing a head stand, or anything else someone wants to do.
Deborah R. recommends the following next steps:
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
Melin