[INTERVIEW] Adam Whittington Wants to Tour With Britney Spears & Talks About Bullying
Hey guys! It is time for another interview! This time I had the pleasure to ask Adam Whittington some questions so we could all get to know him better. He shared that Michael Jackson was an inspiration while growing up, had a crush on Britney Spears and would love to tour with her. He also talked about his anti-bullying message.
1. I have read you started writing,
recording and producing music at a very young age! What made you want to follow
music? Was it always the #1 thing you wanted to do for a living?
I was
definitely always drawn to music. It seemed like I was doing music related
things constantly without even realizing it. What definitely made me really
want to pursue it was my belief that it can change someone’s life. To have
someone listen to a song and see their whole mood change (for the better) is
something I have always loved and still do. I want my music to affect people in
a good way. From being able to dance and have fun after a long day or inspiring
someone to follow their dreams, it’s something that means a lot to me. I’m
pretty sure music was always in the list of things I wanted to do with my life.
I know when I was real little, becoming an astronaut, fireman, and president
were probably thrown around too. Haha.
2. How did you feel when your debut album,
Adam Whittington To You, was released and gained success in your region?
It
was such an amazing feeling. I was so honored. I was just some small town boy
recording in his room and then suddenly I couldn’t go anywhere without people
asking for pictures or saying they heard my song on the radio. It was really
amazing the first time I got to hear my song on the radio. I freaked out!
3. What song - out of the ones you already
released/written - means the most to you? Why?
Hmm…Well
that’s a really difficult question. I’m really happy with “Make the World Love
Again” and “Dare to Dream” but I’d probably have to narrow it down to “To You”.
It’s the song where it all started and is one that I wrote when I was going
through a pretty difficult time in my life. When I listen back it really helps
me remember why I started writing and doing music.
4. How did your song, Make the World Love
Again, end up on Paris Jackson’s upcoming movie Lundon's Bridge and the Three
Keys? Have you met her yet?
I was so excited when I found out it was
getting placed on the trailer. I got to meet the author of the book (Dennis
Christen) and some other people involved in the movie and they
listened to my song. It fit perfect for the trailer so they decided to use it.
I did have the honor of meeting Paris and her grandmother. They were such
wonderful, kind, down to earth people.
5. From all the places you toured so far
which one was your favourite? Why?
One
of my favorite events that I’ve toured at was probably the 95.9 KISS FM Summer Slam
event. I got to perform with Sammy Adams, Colby O’donis, and Stefano Langone.
The crowds, performances, and overall energy were amazing. It was so great to
meet all of my amazing fans in the area. The staff and people that put on the
event were probably some of the nicest people I have ever met. It was a great
show!
6. Are you planning any
collaborations/duets?
Not
at the moment, but in the future I would love to.
7. What artists influenced you the most to
pursue a music career and to adopt this style of music?
Well
when I was younger I used to see different pop artists on TV and be all like “I
wanna do that”. I loved the performances and how entertaining it was. I would
def. say that Michael Jackson had a big influence on me…and well of course all
pop music in general.
8. With whom would you love to work with
and why?
As
far as singers or groups I would love to work with Britney Spears, Karmin, or
The Wanted.
9. Where would you most like to perform?
I
would love to someday perform at the Grammy’s. I also really want to start
touring out of the country and go to Europe.
10. If you were given the chance to pick
one artist to tour with which one would it be and why?
Well
I’ve had a mini crush on Britney spears ever since I was little so I would love
to tour with her. I love her performances and she def. knows how to put on a
show.
11. I’ve read you have promoted
anti-bullying across the Western USA. What is the main message you want to
convey to all your fans about bullying?
Well
when I was younger I was bullied for my love of music. I want my fans to know
that they are worth it and have purpose. Not to let anyone make you feel like
you aren’t worth something and to never stop being who you are. I know
sometimes it might feel hopeless but there are people that care about you and
so never give up.
12. What advice do you have for people who
want to make it in this business?
My advice
would be work hard and keep moving forward. Don’t be discouraged if things
don’t happen the way you plan…it’s a journey and you got to build your story.
Dare to Dream.
13. What artist are you listening to on
your iPod?
Lately I’ve been listening to Chris
Brown, The Wanted, and David Guetta.
14. If you weren't singing, what would you
be doing?
That’s a great question. Haha. Probably
something still involved in the entertainment industry. Maybe I’d pursue acting
more. I really love video and photo editing as well.
15. If you could only listen to one artist
the rest of your life, who would it be?
Probably Jason Mraz. He has a lot of
great music.
16. What are the five things you can’t live
without?
My Family, Guitar, Piano, Laptop &
iPhone.
17. Now this one is for the girls out
there. Are you single?
Yeah I am…single and looking ladies.
Haha.
18. Would you rather have super strength or
super intelligence? Why?
I think I’d choose super intelligence.
If I had super intelligence, I’m banking on the possibility I could move things
with my mind.
19. If you were stranded on a desert
island, what is the ONE thing you would miss the most?
My family for sure.
20. Ten years from now you will be….
Hopefully still doing music and touring
nationally and internationally on a larger scale!