How To Start A Music Career With No Support | Family, Friends, & Coworkers
We dream of one day being able to do music as a career and be successful doing what we love to do. We have a vision and deep down we know what we're capable of, but when the people we care most about don't support our dreams it sucks. I know what it feels like to be told that you're wasting your time by someone you look up to. Feeling discouraged and filling your head with doubt is the fastest way to watch your dreams go down the drain. So what can you do to change their mind and make them believe in you? Well you might not be ready to hear the answer to that question...
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Mark my words, one day I will have a successful music career.
How's it going one month later?
Hope you go good you have my support
@@jeonJungkookgirlfriend simps
Best of luck!! I sincerely believe that every artist deserves for their dreams to come true. Many of us here would be genuinely happy for you.
@@avs1109 how is anyone here being a simp lol
You have to believe in yourself as much as you believe in your favorite artist...that's serious. Never thought about that. Great post!
Thank you! So many people have deep rooted passions for people and interested, but if that passion can extend to self that would open up so many more doors for a lot of talented individuals.
I agree Lisa. Another way to look at is this: Visualize clearly, precisely, and frequently about your dreams and it will manifest itself into reality.
Lisa Clark what if overall i don’t have a favourite artist?
@@murkzyt6649 then become your own artist you will only favor yourself and you will not try to be like another artist to slow you down or make the public dislike you. Unique is best no one likes a wanna be or a imatator. You mise well buy a pairot to repeat you you'll understand what I mean after a week of owning the bird.
YEAH
i’m gonna do it. i’m gonna write songs, make the music, produce it, sing it. i’m going to gain fame and have people who support and appreciate me i’m going to be heard and seen. the world will know my art and appreciative. thank you universe for letting me have all this. when it comes i’ll really appreciate it.
How is it working 2 months later?
Love the confidence! I signed up for a music school
LETS DO THIS
Yasssss imma support u mam✨️🔥🔥🔥
@Bethbeachyamean but if they don’t believe in God they’re not gonna thank God, don’t u think?
I recently decided as a 27 year old to drop everything and give it my all at music. Here is why. The past few years I have let myself become warped by societal and familial expectations. I put writing and playing shows on the back burner because of this. Denying myself all this time has ultimately come to a head just this year. I finished my prerequisites and nearly applied to nursing school finally but didn’t, I realized I needed to leave my marriage and got divorced, and I packed up and moved back to my hometown. I’ve spent the past 5 months trying SO hard to find a new path, all the while neglecting music, the one thing I love. I imagined being 65 and what I would have wanted in my memory. And all I could think about is singing my songs to people who want to hear them. I have NOTHING to lose by choosing music and I would rather fail super hard than never try super hard. Nursing school can wait. Your video has bolstered my resolve man.
Like I’m a woman and going for this too at 25! I’m really scared! Recently I feel music is calling me and I want to dive into it but I’ve no idea how the hell to start!!!
@@MB-xv7er Networking is gonna be your best friend! I just started making music a couple months ago and I don’t have any songs out nor have I ever performed but I’ve been offered multiple gigs just because I know some people who make music and I didn’t even know I did. When I first started I had no clue where to start so I asked everyone on my Snapchat story “I’m trying to get into music. Do any of you produce?” And this one guy that I met while visiting my friend’s school back in like 5th grade (I’m 21 now) hit me up and from knowing just him I’ve found so many opportunities. Knowing the right people can skyrocket your career
@@Thesoga0820 thats great advice man appreciate
@@MB-xv7er same 25
@@MB-xv7er i am 24 and my whole life has changed. Left the things I'd been doing, left the life, people, circle everything and i am nurturing the inner child in me who wants to perform and sing at the top of his lungs, bc that's whats makes him whole. I have been practicing in my aunt's empty apartment and trying to mix music and vocals. Idk how it'll all turn out but i believe in the vision i see in my mind's eye. You're not alone in this. I hope your dreams come true and you get all that you desire :)
"If you dont believe, you'll never succeed." 💚☯️🕉
Very true
I hate these lines. They put you even more down and put you more under pressure. There are good reasons why people don’t believe in themselves sometimes. It’s not that easy to overcome past struggles and to move on. Think about that before saying these very cheap and cheesy lines.
Thunder Clash Gaming Not only that sometimes there is a medical condition that puts a mental bar in front of everything you do
me: I'm gonna be famous My parents: You mean a famous family doctor.
Ouch
😂😂😂😏
Relatable 👍🏼
It hurted to read it.
rightt
I am still so young, with a massive music dream. I know nothing yet about making music, but I am willing to push myself to the limits to learn and succeed. This video truly inspired me!
You can do it!
A good start is to find others with your same goal and become acquainted, pooling your talents and abilities. Having others to encourage and be encouraged by is important. Check out local music stores and make inquiries. Good luck.
same man,18 years old
YOU DID IT
GOOD JOB MAN!
This video really clicked something inside me, I've always wanted to become a christian music artist but my family hasn't been so supportive on this.... they keep telling me like you said "get a real career" and "keep it as a hobby" but NO! I'm done! This is what i want to do and i promise myself that one day ill get there, to everyone out there who is sharing the same dream, GOD bless and good luck brothers and sisters in christ! Keep going!
It's heartbreaking to me when I see people say things like: "I always wanted to be a singer since I was young... and my parents laughed at that dream... so now I work at Wendy's full-time." Even though I'm someone who's speaking out against that... I struggle with it myself. I'm at a fork in the road right now... and I hope to take the right turn. And I really want to see everyone here succeed... I want to hear your beautiful music. Please don't give up.
Its not beautiful but check out a band called NAVRIN.
Luke Chiacco thst happened to me. I told my dad at age 7 that I wanted to sing. I remember like it was yesterday he said” honey that’s too hard” and changed the subject. 33 years later and 5 careers later.. I’m now doing what I was supposed to do. Sing. I’m not letting up. My goal is to have my single finished by the end of Summer. And my ultimate goal is to sing at funerals.
In that case, I'mma just self promote real quickly. I'm a very obviously small artist and I just released a new song on both my KZhead and Soundcloud (it being on this channel that I'm commenting with). The song is called Forever and I know the song is very simple but it is something I'm extremely proud in so I want the song to be the most viewed (and most liked hopefully) song I've released so far
@@hellsdeathmachine 🤔
Yes !! I so understand .. Wish you the best !
Some day I will make music that will help you to heal your soul, I promise.
All the best dear...
Where u based out of. I'd love 2 work with u
May
Maybe we can work together
That's the spirit
I'm 24 and stuck in a job that I don't like and I can't resign yet due to pandemic. I've always wanted a music career since I was in my teens but people kept on telling me that it's not a stable career, and I'll just waste my time and energy. Thank you for inspiring me once again to try and shoot my shot. :')
I've always wanted to write my own songs, produce it, sing it, etc. But nobody is supportive, not my family, friends. So this video helped a lot. Thank you.
All the the best
I’m a 16yr old girl and I love drums and singing nobody believes in me either we’re in this together we’re both gonna make it
I believe in myself. We only have one life. How could you not chase your dreams?? Thanks for the awesome video dude. Just subbed:)
Do you do music x
I 100% agree with what you said⚡️
That’s one of my fear
You couldn't be anymore right, took the words out of my mouth. Good luck with your dreams!
I literally been dreaming to be a famous singer but I don't know how
I’m 17 and I’ve always told my family and friends that I’ve wanted to be a professional musician and no one ever believed in me. Thanks for giving me inspiration and hope!
Same here man😢
Same
my mom wants to be a teacher but when I go to college im going to study music business because thats what makes me happy
same here man but we will never give up
Same here with me too
since i was younger, i knew i was meant to do something awesome with my life. i've always been a creative person but i never wanted to chase fame. i always would sing and people would tell me that im not good enough, but it never silenced me. I knew that i would need practice to challenge my vocal abilities and i always taught myself how to grow vocally. its gotten to the point now that i can hit amazing highs and amazing lows without even thinking twice about it. I always wanted to do music, im an artist (visual arts) and have always done it my whole life as well, but i never find it as enjoyable as expressing myself vocally. One day, recently, my boyfriend and i were singing and playing around and he had me practice a song "sandcastles" by beyonce (one of my favorite songs ever) and as i was singing the song it slipped out and he called me a natural. that was the first time in my whole life - im 27 this month - that i have ever felt confident in my singing abilities, to the point that i want to possibly make a career out of it. I am currently learning how to make music and create compositions that are unique to my message. mark this day as the beginning of me finally living out my dreams. it's the beginning of a new age for L!
Am a singer with a dream...but was afraid and full of self doubt that I couldn't start yet at 29 years..Now I know I have to believe in myself and stop seeking approval.. Thank you so much for this video
I'm 16 now, I've written so many songs and worked so hard all of my life singing in choirs and performing on stage with over 1000 people and since my voice dropped i thought i lost my dream everything i wanted to be. But i built myself up wrote songs learnt guitar and many people has congratulated me over the years. But now that i want to take my dream to the next level. People keep doubting me again and again even my school's guidance counselor because i was suicidal for a year. Music helpes me cope and was there for me when my even my parents and so called friends couldn't. I'm the only one who believes in me. It's hard! But i won't give up now. Amd you shouldn't either! Stop dreaming and do it!
Your life just started :) Keep going!
7 months late but its fuck what other think about you. You cant live life going off what other people think you should but it you who knows what makes you happy and motivate you to do bigger things. Continue with it man. I believe in you. Im finna self promote but I have faith in my music as well, i’d appreciate any reviews. Good luck to everyone chasing this dream.
its a lonely road but it will be worth it
I’m 13 and i want to make music like Michael Jackson, my biggest dream is to make big hits and make people to enjoy my music!!
Listen to his old stuff then use the weekend style beats
Colleen Finefrock thanks, i appreciate your help man!❤️
go for it dude
GOODLUCK THO 🙆🏻♀️✨
me too, I'm 13 want to be a artist soccer player or chef no one supports me, my friends and family love my cooking and I am a gr8 writer and yeah but I got some resources that I can use
1) I have to believe in myself as much as I believe in my favorite artists. Because if I don't think I'm good, how do I expect from other people to think I'm good? 2) I need to do things. I cannot wait for a sign. If I won't push myself, I won't get pushed 3) My self-believing should come from myself. And I shouldn't be sad because someone said some shit about me. I cannot be afraid to start. If I'll be like "oh they said I'm bad so I should quit" I'll Never achieve my dream of being known for my singing-songwriting. I can't be afraid to start. I can't be afraid of what people say. 4) I don't ask the world for their opinion. I come and do what I love and that's it. None of my favorite artists is asking what I think of their stuff 5) I don't ask for any opinion / permission. I do what I do because I know I'm capable of and I want to show it. 6) I have to love myself as much as I love my favorite artists. Because if I don't love myself. How am I expecting for people to love me?
“What separates you from your favorite artist?” money, a label, a fan base of any size even if it’s 10 people, the right instruments, etc.
I can't believe how many people out there underestimate positivity and optimism and why they do it. I try my best not to get influenced by negative people around me, instead make them think positively. Optimism directly affects self confidence, and self confidence is the key to the game.
Absolutely!
Ever since i was a little girl, i always sang. I knew i wanted to sing my heart out to the world and help change it for the better. I dont know who will read this but its my purest truth. I wasted so much time but im ready to work hard now, i felt like sometimes i needed to wait for the right time but it never came, time was all around me and in my doubts and negativity i just couldnt open my mouth to let out my voice. I wanted to quit, i tried to forget about this dream i had... but i know i cant. This is what my soul wants and thank you for this video. Best of Luck. God bless💙
Natasha Vallerani keeping going girl and shine. This is exactly what I have been through. I’m just starting now 💪🏽
Natasha Vallerani keep on producing hun
Natasha Vallerani I’m dealing with this same situation I now feel like I have to push it so this dream can become reality and put all the negativity away
I'm in the same situation I have tried to forget about having a music career because I thought it was unrealistic and no one will like me anyway so what's the point? But since watching Adam it's been a huge confidence boost and like you, I've always wanted to sing but have been too afraid of putting myself out there. what he said it so true: what is the difference between you and your favourite artist? Such an eye opener and Good Luck!!! I hope it all works out for you!!
me too. i feel ya. lets do it.
The key is to just keep releasing and grow a fanbase. Stay consistent and create music on your downtime!
It's not just one thing I got out of this. WE are not alone, that's more than I believed. We will catch our dream. No matter what. Thank you man
You’re 100% important for young people who wanna start in the music industry. thank you for being a blessing
I’m glad this popped up in my recommendations my parents gave up on me for actually chasing my dream and this just gave me more motivation.
Dude u can make it ik you can don't give up on urself bro I bet u CAN make it
Keep it up bro hustle is the key💪🏽
Same
Keep you’re head up soldier and keep going!
U still out here regularly releasing music bro that’s how u get famous practice and dedication, whatever u do don’t ever stop doing what u doing bro ☝🏽
Me:I love singing, I wanna write songs that will heal somebody 😍 Family, friends:She thinks she will make, you're terrible, you have no chance, leave singing for the singers Me:Mark my words I will be known for my singing 🥺💔
Whenever I'm feeling down, I come back to these videos and they keep making me push myself. I'm so thankful for your words and how you push us to drive ourselves. ❤️
when ppl talk down on your dreams they're projecting their own limitations in my opinion. People who are secure about themselves will support others (friends/family and others)
I always say that those who discourage you are the ones that KNOW you can make it otherwise ... why would they make a fuss?
That's a nice theory but if the person is really close , And knows you just as you know yourself... Maybe they are correct ! Sometimes people get delusional about their dreams
Probably because they are worrying about your future...
Im worried about being bullied if i start making music
@@svdsvtvn2767 how is this fear even possible
Those people who try to discourage you from the beginning fuck them
This is very inspirational! Hoping someday I can get an audience as a singer.
They are already there waiting for you, you just need to get prepared~~
I have never believed in myself more after last night having a conversation about art with my #1 idol and favorite artist of all time. The whole time he was talking about his struggles and success, I can literally see myself in him. We’re almost exactly the same person. The humbleness this man had, despite essentially taking over the scene in very few years really showed how passionate he is about his craft. It wasn’t until recently that believe in myself more than ever before. I will make it one day. If not I’m better off dead.
Who's the artist??
You’re a good person. I want to be a musician since I was 10. I’m 16 now, and in a few months I’ll be going to college to start music performance. This is the beginning of my story and I will continue doing what makes me happy. Thanks for the supportive talk!
Are you a musician now?😅
@@tarcin5yearsago600 Umm it's been 3 months dude
Same, after school im trying hard to do music in collegeeee
All the very best
It's nearly been a year, how is your carrier going?
I’m a DIY musician, I love it. I do it for myself; my own sanity.
Me too man..love ur comment
Me too mann.....
Same. It's worth it to me to see the progress I make and how much I've grown as a musician and video creator. ❤
who asked
@@lushmia2793 that's the same thing I'm asking you, who asked?
I’ve been doing music for a decade. Started at 15 and it’s always been a hobby. I always scoff when someone just starts out and complains about slow progress
You have shed such a miraculous new light on the capabilities any single person with strong passions possesses internally. Adam, you‘ve sparked something internally I had been wondering if anyone else pondered the existence of, and I am more thankful than you could ever know. This reminder, collectively between all of the struggling, exhausted dreamers out there, has put the spring into the step of so many people. These are career driving words of the highest degree of authenticity. Thank you fervently for this uplifting message! 💯
Even though I don’t do music, you have motivated me to GO and do my gaming career. I won’t give a f*** about what anyone says and do what I love doing. Thank you.
You go man!!!
"I always loved super fast rap... I'm white anyways, that's what we do 😂" bro i'm dead
Eminem vibes
So many comments on here of people saying "I'll be successful in a couple years" and this is the only person I found with music videos on their channel...
Haha ikr 😆
I really love music, but writing music on my own is my greatest obstacle now
I’ve been making music for 13 years and I still haven’t been able to figure out how to market myself and grow my fan base but my music sounds insane!! Hopefully I figure it out soon
I want to be a singer i want to make someone happy if I was but to me I’m to young at the moment I still need to work on my voice and I have no confidence what so ever but I hope one day my dream will come true
Im also super young and I have to work on my vioce aswell but atleast we have alot of time to practice and get better☺ I hope one day you suceed
Same
How old are u? I’m 14 and I already feel it’s too late 😞
@@plizshutup8359 you are not late its just starting.
Shin I’m 14 too
Preach!!!! Music isn’t just dream or a hope... it’s a calling. Thank you for this energy and encouragement.
I need that God bless check out my music thanks
That line though🌈
I've been working as hard as I could since I was 13 to get on the music bandwagon. Through that time; I've been demotivated, I've been hospitalized, I've been arrested; but now it's time to nip the frostbite from all that b.s.. You've honestly inspired me, and thank you very much for this message. God bless, brotha 🙏
This definitely opened my eyes even more.. ill complain to myself sometimes and say oh I don't have the right equipment to start or any little thing. but I know I believe in myself and I have to push myself ive legit wanted to be a super star since I was little and I know one day ill be there. can't give up !!
Adam - I'm 52 - I've been trying for 30 Years - I still haven't achieved a thing with Music - but I love the Journey and I love what I do. As a good Friend once said "Anything is Possible". My Wife and Kids hate my Music - but I think I'm Liberace - Loved the Video - Thanks for the Motivation my Friend - I needed it.
Where your stuff
@@thedevilsadvocate5210 same reply
Honey Bear bro I bet Honey Bear hates rapping and is just trying to make people not do music and be scared of not achieving a thing.
Damm 30 years that insane! I’m young but that’s the same thing with me, I don’t care about success, I struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, you name it and music is a place where I can relieve all that and maybe someday I’ll have people singing my thoughts with me telling me they feel the same! That’s all I want! And I will have it one day, I don’t care if it’s 2 people or 2000, I will have people who feel the same and enjoy my creations
@@streaxsyt1717 Well.. imagine these 2000 people would donate 1$ each month, now you can make a living out of making music which takes up your time and energy, eventually more software and music gear for production. With support you get motivation to invest into something.
I am a 16 year old girl who has always dreamed of becoming a singer one day. I had performances at schools but nothing more happened than people telling me I have a good voice. But even singing in front of a few people made me feel like I can conquer the world. I've also been told that I'm a really good writer and considering I've even written a novel, I do believe it. I have like 30 songs in my notes that I'd also like to call hidden gems cause I wrote them back in the time I used to deal with bullying and self-confidence. And I know there are a lot of people like me that just want to SHARE. Share through music. Music has been there for me when no one were, especially with those late nights when I had doubts that I might not make it. So one day I told myself to wait for a sign. I really wanted 2020 to be my year. And I think this sign came yesterday, I got an idea in the middle of the night and I don't know if it's right but I'm watching THIS VIDEO right now, aren't I? Thank you for this, I've never felt more inspirational. And to all the others that are like me out there: I DEEPLY hope we all make it. You don't know me, but maybe you will some day. Same thing goes for me. Let's do what we were born to do 💙 good luck
Good luck. I hope you suceed
Wow I literally read all that and hope you successfully Umm OK I'll subscribe your channel
Also me..Same as u! But I'll never lose my hope
Ayyee, yes!! I believe we can all make it if we believe💪🏽❤️😁
Same story girll 🥺 let's be friends actually 😭
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This man is such an inspiration to me. I have people telling me left and right to not go for it and also little to no support for my music. I decided “fuck it’ and now I’m booking a call with him tomorrow. Now’s the day i start taking this seriously.
Let's go!
God damn man, I'm watching this at 3 am and this video just changed my whole perspective about life in general.
Brenden, same. This was very inspiring.
It’s 3:33 for me, I just realized I’m going to sleep and coming back morning to watch the rest
My dream is to be a drummer in a christian band. It will happen for me because I already play for my church! I believe.
Awesome. Fav Christian drummers are underoath and Emery!
@@slim2874 I want to check them out. Are they on youtube?
Melia Fragapane yeah both bands have plenty music on KZhead
😂
U can be my drummer when I’ll be a singer. u Down? Haha
Man you touched me with this one Adam. Because of your words, I now have hope. Thank you for being you.
Im almost 16 and I've been making music since i was about thirteen. I am lucky to have quite literally all of the support from my friends and family absolutley no one has doubted for a second that i can't get there. so i know i will. and if i remember, i will come back to this video, comment again, and say that i've done it.
I think I grew an extra layer of skin watching this video. THANK YOU SO MUCH, I NEEDED THIS.
LASEA same here
To all the young aspiring musicians taking over this comment section: I'm sixteen and still cry myself to sleep every time I hear another child prodigy. Start early and you too can make experienced musicians cry
Never been this relatable before man
Never quit we will both be famous
@@cyborgcyclone hey! Bro how do I get to explore into music and making my career
a greater talent does not invalidate a lesser talent. if you take other ppl’s talent personally you will not last! use it as motivation to get to the practice room. otherwise youll be like my coworkers-old bitter and talentless so all they know how to do is be a hater on other musicians.
God is my favorite artist, every time I get discouraged he throw another song at me I just needed this extra push 😩😭 I can make a song within 5 mins everyday RNB album y’all !! see y’all at the top family! ❤️🙌🏽
Such a great video. It's so inspiring to see all the amazing people in the comments posting that they're gonna step out and make it happen! It's also so amazing to see everyone spreading encouragement! Videos like this definitely help remind our band to keep focused on whats important!
See my confusion and doubt comes from the fact that I don't know what i want to do! I'm so multiinterested ,if that is a word, that it gives me anxiety.
Talk about me, I have a passion with: photomanipulation, 3d modeling, video editing, photography, programming, and now back to music. I don't know where to fuck to hit the head to.
Hit me up. @Stans
Im late but ive never related to anything more, i cant tell if i really want to do music or something else and it sucks
Not that I know better than anyone else, but in my opinion the solution to this problem and to just pick the interest you think is your favorite and master and dedicate yourself to it and follow the principles in this video. You have your whole life to master all of the things you want but you have to master one at a time so start with your favorite! You can always do things as hobbies, and focus on mastering one thing at a time! - Be well :)
why not just do everything you like? try everything out, eventually you'll find the ones you are best at/most passionate about. D.O.T.S = Don't Over Think Shit
being asian is hard when u want to have a career in the arts/music industry..
have some goddamn faith! like Steve Aoki!
It seems like you’re trying to find an excuse. I bet if you weren’t Asian, you would believe something else about you makes it hard to create an artistic career.
@@cashcherry8754 bro Asian parents exist
nop
It's harder when you're ugly af, but that aint getting me down
I appreciate the “rambling” shows you really have passion for, care about, and mean what you say.
I came across this in 2024 and want to remind you that this content will still value 2060 and beyond
Thank you!
finally after a lot of struggle now my family and friends are supporting me 😊
Lucky😌
“Believe in yourself as much as you believe in your favorite rapper” realest shit ever💯
I've been struggling in life and also getting to know and understand my good and bad habits . I feel alone a lot of times in the world and music is by DAT my only way of having fun and enjoying life alone... Your videos help me to stay on track and never give up on my dreams. And to anyone who reads this , you must believe in yourself ... you aren't alone , and I'm happy to work with anybody for free because I love meeting people and making music in general .
I’m not related in this field but watching you really makes me feel that I need to stop seeking for others validation. I’m 28 and still pathing my way to become a Geologist despite my age (in my society it supposed that I’m “old” to get a degree) You are an awesome communicator. ♥️
It's never too late to do what you love! Never give up and make yourself proud.
Much needed! As someone learning everything from the ground up (singing, songwriting, producing, music theory, mixing and mastering) this was super inspiring - especially about not seeking validation and believing in yourself. Cheers
Good luck on your journey! Please let me know if you need help learning anything.
Hi! I want to thank you for this video, for being so honest. I have a passion about music, but I've also had a lot of insecurities and excuses. I have a dream and that dream is to learn how to make my own music and make great music, even if no one cared about it. I don't know why but the other arts like painting, drawing, writing, dancing have always seemed more available and easy to start with, to me at least. With music it's very complicated already at the start, with theory and the correct techniques to play an instrument or how to sing right, it's really a steep hill. There seems to be a lot of judgement and musicians seem to group in their own tight circles, allowing no one in. At least with classical music it's like this. If you haven't been to a music school, then it can be really discouraging. It's truly a lonely journey and you're confused all the time. You need to invest a lot of money and time. I'm still young and now seems to be the time to decide what I want to make with my passion. I want to do something about what my heart's been telling me for all those years, before the time runs out... If there's anyone out there reading this and knows what I'm talking about, then don't feel lonely - we're really in the same boat. Don't listen to the voice in your head that tells you that you can't do it. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other, start small but don't stop. That's all that matters.
Or you could just be a rapper like myself lol
Thanks man you just made my day
I felt this 100%. I’ve wanted to be a singer since I was a kid. I’m in my early 20’s jumping from one major to the next, one job to the next and now I’m in financing of all things. I’m good at so many things, but none of them make me feel how I do when I sing. At first it was “I’ll make money and chase my dream on the side...soon.” Now I fear “soon” will never come. It’s really discouraging when you only ever had the dream and years of self-taught practice but no real progress. I wasn’t in the choir, i wasn’t a band geek, and I’ve never performed at a talent show. I’ve only sung at a small biker bar and they said I was great. Lol But that’s it. And the older I get the more I feel like I don’t deserve my dream, and it’s just a delusion. Yet singing and songwriting are the only thing I’ve ever done that I actually know with certainty I’m meant to be doing. They are my entire identity. I just have no idea where to start.
Wow... It lifted my spirit up... Best part I can relate to you is the need to invest lot of time and money. For me I'm ready to invest 100% of my time but unfortunately don't have money to invest.
@Emix Bro I just listened to your music you're pretty talented don't stop!!
I'm from Jamaica bro and a music producer and in a wheelchair so I needed this to make me see things differently. Thanks man, thanks for giving me perspective, thanks for helping me believe in myself and what I do.
This is one of the most beautiful speeches I have ever listened! 🙏
My favorite artists are 2Pac and J Cole. My dream is to be able to make a living as a music artist and be able to help people who are bullied and don't fit in.
Mine pac and Eminem. Stick to it dreams don't happen by accident. Only by the effort you apply to it.
mines are Avril Lavigne and Billie Eillish. My parents think I need to get a stable job, but I'll prove them I can be a famous singer/guitarist
mines is Iron maiden and Nirvana
Mine are Michael Jackson, XXXtentacion, and Eminem.
@@zachbohemian Maiden and Nirvana are sick \m/
I want to be a singer I'm working up to that and nobody will bring me down I'm going to put a lot of effort into making it real and you really inspired me to work to my greatest and I Thank You 🤩😁👍
one of the most inspirational videos ive found. thank you for making these. self doubt is a constant struggle for me and this changes that drasticly
14:30 My career to music starts from here
💖💖💜
@@KimTaehyung-xj6mh aarmy
@@Angel-jf3dq yes 💜💜💜
I'm watching this in 2019. I'm also about to start my music career and this speech have just boosted my confidence. I'll surely look for you where ever you're on earth when I become a STAR someday....
ayy man GoodLuck and i hope you make it big dude, i'm starting my music career too and i hope we meet when we make it big!!!
AZIZ WASIU man where r u from?
good luck dudeeee ✨🙆🏻♀️ idk u but I'll support u
@@vanessa-fk2le I am working my ass off on singing daily but I don't take any singing classes or have any vocal coaches.. I think I can make my voice good without anyone help but can't outstand in this crowd in singing career.. for now I am uploading cover in my channel hoping someone see's potential in me and take risk and promote and manage me
To this day this is a very inspiring video Adam, thank you for keeping it real with us. Bonolo all away from South Africa
Oh my God. This is such a great video. Thank you so soooo much! This is the first I watched your video and this is amazing, now I'm going to stick here.
I have two favorite artists, Freddie Mercury and Elton John
... And Billy joel
Take a little from all them vocally and add a new writing style
Adam, I just want to tell you that this was the most inspirational and realistic video that I have watched that really got me, thank you for sharing this. I needed to hear this, so I greatly appreciate your words of encouragement. You got my fire lit up again :)
Alicia Brieva i would love to listen to your music. Send me your link
Thank you, this is something I really needed to hear. I downloaded the video and will watch it every time I feel any discouragement
This was such an encouraging video. Thank you! I had a rough start this year and felt derailed from my goals. Your words have encouraged me to keep going. Currently writing a few songs I'll drop this year. It's a long time coming but it's going to happen. I will write my best songs this year and they will reach many!!
I've always had this oddly straightforward belief in myself. It's never been "if" I become famous, it's always been "when". Now more than ever I feel inspired to pursue a career in singing, and I'll do whatever I'm able to make that happen.
Yea me too !
Being famous shouldnt be the goal…
@@dvrds good for you! You know what you want in life :)
How's it going brother?
I love Ari with all my heart she’s my idol. I always wanted to sing my mom thought it’s only a phase but I still want to be one. I can also imagine begin a actor or a dancer. Everytime I sing,dance or act I’m more happy. I’m in my own my world.💜🥺my bsf said I have talent I just need some more training she’s the only one who believes in me💜💜
Defently Ariana You should go into musical theatre 🎭. Since you’re quite young, I recommend going to conservatory.
i love her too
this was a while ago, but id love to see an update ! are u still into it ?? cause i completely relate
Omg same l love singing,acting and dancing they are my dreams.l hope that one day l will make one of them real.My parents don't believe in me but again l will not give up because if you don't try then that thing that you want will not come true.This video really motivated me.My favourite singers are Rihanna,Selena Gomez etc💜♥
girl what about a group? you could sing and dance and do some acting for mv’s in the future🥺just a suggestion 💜
Ty Adam. Really needed this today. I love what you’re doing here. Def hadda subscribe !!!
I’m 22 years old, about to be 23 in 2 months. I have a 1 year old and live with my baby and husband. We have a dream of buying our house but I want to make music. I want to be a singer. I want to sing and everyone to finally hear me sing. I will get it. Trust me, this dream I have has been engraved in my heart since I was only 4 years old. My mom never believed in me so I gave up as a teen (a couple of years ago). But my husband told me the other day that I have the most beautiful precious voice 😂 and that I should even apply to sing at a competition show or something like that and that he was certain that I’d win. All I needed was someone to tell me I could do it. I’m starting now. I’m starting tomorrow. From now on, I will be working on my vocal and performance skills. And one day you’ll see me at Americas got talent winning or at some other show. Despite having a husband and baby I won’t give up. Mark my words. ❤
I would love to sing but I have the worst stage fright because as I grew up it was thrown down my throat how I either wasn't good enough or they judged me in other ways. I have self doubt but I try not to let it get to me. Hopefully I can actually get the courage to upload someday! Thank for the motivation!
That's why I listen to God. Not people. ;)
Gooo gurlll chase ur dreamssss✨️
@@destinewithin293 girl for real??
@@destinewithin293 hmu sometime! FB Madesonne Yates!
I honestly wish u were my dad
LiLTaeTae Jessy send me your link,il listen bro
So u wish he was asian? 😂😂
Markar Ori and what's wrong with that?
Na bro you don't wished that, he does have super useful information thou, the man has lived @Adamivy
Wish I had a dad
I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember. I’m really working hard to learn piano right now. I really want to be a role model for people in later years. I want to heal people with my lyrics and I want to be well known:)
After all this time (this video is almost 4 years old), I just found this and I appreciate you for this
Favorite artist: MYSELF 😂
I dont know, i feel that way too like,
Ditto! I sing my song Greedy Elevator all day long!
I needed this, iam 20 and trying to make house music, all i always dreamed of is to become big and make people happy, just seeing the smiles is motivating. This was always hard since i have no one to support me, ever. Iam gonna become known one day, i feel like for the first time in my life i believe in myself. Thank you
We need to work
@@g2sspeedy112 yessir
I am one year late, how's everything going?
the biggest wake up call I ever needed and I cannot thank you enough, I'm ready.
Some days are harder than others. I doubt myself saying maybe I’m not cut out for this, but I haven’t even tried looking back at it all. Haven’t TRIED to release my own music. Haven’t TRIED to even put actual work into what I want to do. All I do is say this is what I’m going to do, but starting today I’m going to do something about it. I’m going to making my own music. Produce it, write it, sing it, perfect it. I’m going to actually do something about it than just sitting here saying I’m going to do it. I may need help to achieve this dream of mine, but I will make my dream come true. I’ve always wanted to sing and dance on huge stages. Sell out stadiums. Win a Grammy make myself known. I cant just do a normal 9-5 job. I have to make a difference just like Michael Jackson, Justin bieber, Usher, Prince, Ariana Grande, Doha Cat. The people where if you mention their name, everyone will know who you’re talking about. I want to make a difference with my music. Change peoples lives, save people lives through my music. I’m tired of sitting around. I’m going to do something about it. Some days I might doubt myself, but I’ll never give up my dream. Watching this video really gave me that lift to do something about it. I’m going to get to where I want to be no matter what.
I am 23 and I am planning to Persue a Gospel Music Career, I am broke right now to afford a lot of things but I know I will make it in Jesus Name.Much Love Adam
My dream is to have my own band like Twenty Øne Piløts and get signed to either Eyeball Records or Fulled by Ramen. Nearly every says I won’t make it but I can and I will 😊 💖
I also wanna be in band🙄
You can do it!!
Oh same, I look at bands like Set It Off and I want what they have
Same. I play bass and piano and want to start a band but none of my friends are interested in playing instruments even though they say they want to be a famous musician
We should meet !!! Though am in Kenya
I can't tell you how inspiring this was. Thank you😊
This video sparked a fire in me. I grew up constantly believing I couldn't do it and really making and telling myself excuses of why I can't achieve my dreams. I'm now 29, but I feel like I don't know what I want to do with myself more and more. What do I live for? More and more, I'm being drawn towards music. In the past few months, I'm doing a lot more singing than I have in years since college. I wanna get out and sing in front of people. We can't hold back our greatest passions. Believe me, it's tough to understand your dreams and passions at a young age, and the knowledge and wisdom you gain over the years will shed light onto what works and what doesn't, what is feasible and what is logical or rational. At least now I'm aware of what's feasible and can take care of myself and my finances. While what we do is art, there is an economic side to it. It's good to learn the economic and business side too. However, not taking action and just analyzing how to get there or talking or dreaming about it and not taking the first step or few steps is just going around in circles and beating around the bush. You're not getting anywhere until you start making moves. I now realize that most people on the internet do the normal daily bs and often don't aspire to be much else. Social media can certainly be a trap when we compare ourselves to others. All we're doing is keeping us all down in mediocrity. I want to believe. I want to do it. Maybe not all for nothing. I value the other skills I've acquired at this point and help me sustain a living and do what I want. I'm going to need to find a balance. But perhaps, while doing all the groundwork, it'd be good to hold onto a sustainable day job. At least with what I do, I work remotely. But I'm certainly going to start moving in that direction! Time to learn guitar, sharpen my voice and vocal skills, learn to read and write music (I know some of this from music theory and choir singing), and just get out there and start making moves and having fun with it! I'm going to take my time with it. Idk what making the first few songs will be like lol. Thanks for your video! This was really good. And you hit the nail on the head.
IF YOU KNO U GOT IT KEEP IT PUSHING!! TIME WILL TELL! THEY WILL SEE YOUR RESOLVE!
iiiso on some might dai shit
I want to be a celebrity as an actor or singer I am very confident about my voice anytime I sing or act I smile
Yes me to and its really hard in my family because they want me to become a doctor and I did but I lost interest and I want to do music like Ariana or Melanie and spread a message
Same
@@itskiarahernandez7621OMG,,, this is me... everyone wants to me become a doctor, but I lost interest in that.. Oh God, they won't let me to do my passion. Cause for them being an Engineer, Doctor, Lawyer are great job. Its been three weeks, I haven't attended my Coaching class for Entrance exam(medicine)..... Fed up with this.. I want to be successful, I want to experience my dreams come true...
I'm 32 now but I have always love music ever since I was 13 I discovered my talent, but didn't know how to go about it.when I reach 25 I wanted to start music but I felt discouraged from family friends including myself etc.but I think is not to late 🤞
Where you from do you have any equipment
okay, im like 3 minutes in and in know this is an old video but im already tearing up, this is the most supportive words i've heard, encouraging my dream.
It's important to remember what Elliott Smith said, something like, it helps to relax and not worry about what you think other people want to hear. If you play something and you like it, there's bound to be something good about it- because you like it, right? It stuck with me ever since. That idea, paired with what you're saying, can instill all the confidence someone could need.