As I grew up, I was interested in other areas, too, especially literature. It became a major love of mine. Later, it became a difficult choice for me as to whether to major in music or literature. It wasn't until my 30s that I began a profession in music.
It never dawned on me at any particular time of my life that people are paid tremendous money to sing.
Do not expect the world to look bright, if you habitually wear gray-brown glasses.

