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Staying Positive
Taylor Swift
Posted on February 19, 2007 at 7:02 AM
Today's Fan Question: "Was there ever a time when you were writing songs, making demos and trying to get a record deal when it was so difficult that you felt like giving up?" Alyse Dusseault, Burrillville, RI
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Read Taylor's Answer:
Taylor: That's a really good question. I've been writing songs and making demos and trying to do this since I was about 12 years old. There were times when I didn't know if I was going to get a record deal, but never once did I ever think, "I should just give this up, this is just not gonna work."I had people tell me, "Wait — later. We'll sign you to a record deal later." No one ever said to me, "Girl, you cannot do this." I thank God for that. Everybody has feelings and when I read a bad review, you can't help but let it get to you. Thankfully I had a lot of positive people around me. My parents were just so positive and I was able to get though and break through. If you keep a positive attitude, you will have such a better chance of accomplishing things.
Comments
aww thanks for answering my question taylor!! iw as soo excited when i saw it.i couldnt believe it.but youre right you gotta stay positive and have alittle faith. i guess you could say im in the same position you were just a few years ago and here i am playing guitar(4 years now!!)writing songs,and singing my heart out and its hard for people tot ake you seriously.but thanks for giving ym alittle faith!<3you taylor
Posted at February 19, 2007 4:21 PM by alyse
Taylor,
I love your songs so much.You are my role model and music idol.Do you have any tips on getting in the business?
P.S Im voting for you for the top 20 country countdown.Email me soon.
Posted at March 14, 2007 3:43 PM by Allie
wow im also a singer but i dont sing aloud to anyone outside of my house or i sing to me friends and thats how i am and iv always wanted to be a singer and have a record deal and stuff like that but never tried.
Posted at March 24, 2007 4:55 PM by rosie
You have inspired me so much. Me and my twin sister both love you. We write songs, too! Will you ever come to Arkansas? Because if you do, I'll be there, don't worry! So you like Tim Mgraw do you? I'm in 5th grade. I'm so glad you'll read this. Will you talk to me back? Look at my screenname thingy and write. Thanks, Taylor!
Posted at April 1, 2007 3:21 PM by Sagely
I think your music in general is great, it makes me feel like a teenager again when I used to write song too. However, have you ever considered taking voice lessons, I find your live performances lacking vocal stength and clarity, also some intonation problems, I think with some training you could be so great!
Posted at November 8, 2007 10:52 AM by Natalie Olsen
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Thank you, Taylor Swift, for not giving up! By you not giving up songwriting/singing, you have inspired so many people to continue with their dreams! I agree with you 100%. Never give up on anything!
Posted at February 19, 2007 1:32 PM by Tiffany Payton