Jerry Reid Interview
Picture Credit: Jerry's offical site
For the new fans reading this, why don't you tell us a little about yourself. How long have you been performing?
Music has always been part of my life, I cant remember anytime in my life when I wasnt singing or playing an Instrument.
How would you describe your music?
Its something that kids my age can listen to. Something we can understand and relate to.Its good stuff :)
What can fans expect to find/experience at your shows?
Its full of energy and its guaranteed fun. My show is like something new to the eyes.
What are your goals/hopes to accomplish with your music?
Reach people with it. The best part of being a singer is performing and seeing audiences react and get into the music.Its the best feeling.
If you could do a duet with any artist out there right now, who would it be and why?
Jewel. She is just so different and diverse and i really really enjoy that in a performer. I would love to do a duet with her. ( and shes pretty hot to )
If you could open up for any artist out there right now, who would it be? If you could perform anywhere, where would you pick and why?
If I could open up for anyone out there right now it would probably be Usher, I just really think he is a great role model and puts on a great show. As far as where I would love to perform is to probably open up for the Olympics, That would just be an amazing honor.
Do you have a favorite song to perform? What song and why?
"Man in the mirror"By Michael Jackson Its not just one of my favorite songs to sing, but its just overall my favorite song. Everyone in the world is caught up in How they look,How they dress and how much money they have. And this song just talks about How you just need to look at yourself and realize that everyones the same.
If you weren't singing, is there something else you could see yourself doing for a career?
SING,SING,SING. I would never want to not sing. Even if I lost my voice tomorrow. I would still pretend I could sing good :)
What message would you like to send to your fans?
I know alot of people say this but its true...Follow your dreams. Your drive and dedication is what gets you far in life. Dont let anything get in the way of your dreams, Do what you love to do, and that will get you far in life.
Jerry's Official Site
Interview done on August 15, 2003