INTERVEW #25: SAVANNAH OUTEN (Singer)
I don’t know how to even introduce this amazing teen pop sensation! Savannah Outen is an amazing singer and Radio Disney artist. Savannah is such a kind, sweet, down to Earth, funny, and talented girl who is living out her dream doing what she loves singing! I am so honored and blessed to have had this opportunity to interview Savannah. She is just one teen who won’t stop achieving her dreams!
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Q #1: At what age did you start singing?
Savannah’s Answer: “I started singing when I was 2 years old. It is a pretty common answer for all artists out there, but I have been singing ever since I could talk. It has been something I loved. I love making people smile and perform. It was always a fun thing for me, and always kept me occupied.
Q #2: At what age did you start learning guitar?
Savannah’s Answer: “I started playing guitar when I was 13. My 13th Christmas, my parents bought me this red electric guitar, and it was pretty cool. I mean, I didn’t ask for a guitar for Christmas. It was kind of really came out of nowhere, and I had no idea I was getting one. It was a huge surprise. Ever since then, I have been teaching myself, and I try and learn something new everyday whether it is learning a new chord or Googling something. The internet has been very helpful for me kinda to figure out different tuning patterns and stuff.
Q #3: How did you get discovered?
Savannah’s Answer: “I have been going to these singing competitions. My parents always put me in singing competitions and nothing really was happening. There was one point in time where I was like oh my gosh something is going to happen, and it went down the drain. So, I know not to get my hopes up. I didn’t think anything was going to happen. So, my parents told me to put some videos up on Youtube. Then, a girl on Myspace sent me Keith’s information, and I sent him a demo. He contacted me back and he signed me to his manager deal at Levosia Entertainment. It has been awesome. I have gotten on Radio Disney, gone on tour, and having such a blast.
Q #4: What was your first cover on YouTube?
Savannah’s Answer: “My first cover on Youtube was “Listen” by Beyonce. I decided to sing that because we just got home from seeing Dream Girls, and I felt inspired to sing my heart out like Beyonce.”
Q #5: What has been your favorite cover you have done so far?
Savannah’s Answer: “I really liked doing “I Hate This Part” by the Pussy Cat Dolls because you really don’t expect a cover of that kind of song. I liked doing my newest one Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” is my favorite song, and it is fun doing that one.”
Q #6: Who are your inspirations?
Savannah’s Answer: “I love Celine Dion. I mean her voice and music is amazing. I like the way she carries herself. She is so classy. Everyone respects her in the music business, so I really look up to her. I also really like Christina Aguilera, and the Beatles are a huge inspiration. I also like Lady Gaga. She takes huge risks with crazy costumes and cool concepts for songs.”
Q #7: Where do you get inspiration for your songs?
Savannah’s Answer: “You know, I get a lot of my inspiration from my own experiences with guys and life, but I get at lot of inspiration from my best friend’s experiences as well. She will be telling me all her experiences with a guy, and I am like hmm that would be a good idea for a song. When I watch a movie or read a book; I spark some ideas.”
Q #8: What was your first red carpet event?
Savannah’s Answer: “Oh, I don’t even know! I think it was a foundation event. It was my first time meeting Aly and AJ, and I kind of freaked out a little. I had to perform in front of them; I sang “Goodbyes” at the event. It was fun! It was really cool! I was kind of late to the event, so I just got thrown onto the red carpet. My publicist Laura was like “smile, pose!” and I am like “ok, ok!” There were lots of photographers, and it was kind of crazy, but it was cool. I love going to events and meeting people and meeting new friends. It is fun. It is definitely a different experience. You are like in front of all these photographers, on this huge red carpet, but it’s cool. It always is fun to get dressed up, glammed up, and wear fun dresses.”
Q #9: If you could perform anywhere, in the world, where would it have to be?
Savannah’s Answer: “Oo, if I could perform anywhere in the world where would it be? I always wanted to perform in front of the Eiffel Tower at night time and like fireworks going off. Hey I can dream. I think that would be so amazing. I have a weird fascination with the Eiffel Tower. I love everything about it. I would love love to perform in front of that. I would also like to perform at our arena in Oregan; it is called a Rose Garden. I would love to perform there because so many artists have performed there. I think it would be really cool to say ya know this is where I saw Christna Aguilera, Justin Timberlake, and all my favorite artists. Yeah, and of course Madisen Square Garden in New York City. It is legendary.”
Q #10: If you could perform with anyone, in the future, who would it have to be?
Savannah’s Answer: “I don’t know, I mean, I would love to do a show with The Frey. They are one of my favorite bands. I don’t know if that would really match, because our music isn’t quite the same. It would be cool to perform with the Beatles. It would be really cool for like just one day to be like Lady Gaga and open for her with the crazy outfits. I don’t know if I could ever do that.”
Q #11: If you perform on any TV show or talk show which would it have to be?
Savannah’s Answer: “Yeah, Ellen! Duh! I love her. She is so adorable. I just love everything about her. She is just the coolest girl in the world.”
Q #12: What is your favorite song to sing live?
Savannah’s Answer: “My favorite song to sing live probably my song called “Friend.” I love singing to it, because I can really get into it. It is just a fun Rock/Pop song, but there is a new song I have recently been singing at my shows. It is going to be featured on Disney Mania 7 the CD. It is “Little Wonders” by Rob Thomas and I did a cover of it. So, I really like singing that live.”
Q #13: Do you have any events coming up or projects you are working on right now?
Savannah’s Answer: “I don’t think so. I haven’t really gotten shows just yet, but hopefully soon. I want to keep performing. Right now, I am just working on song writing and writing new songs. There is a lot going on behind the scenes, so hopefully in the next couple days.”
Q #14: Do you have any advice for anyone wanting to sing as a career or just advice about careers in general?
Savannah’s Answer: “Yes. You have to make sure it is something you are really passionate about, and you can see yourself doing for the rest of your life. It is a tough business, so you have to have thick skin. Never ever give up. That is pretty much the biggest thing and to just believe in yourself.”
Q #15: What was your favorite past TV show?
Savannah’s Answer: “Well, I am obsessed with “The OC”. I was actually just watching it this morning, but I loved the Amanda Bynes Show on Nickelodeon.”
Q #16: What is your favorite current TV show?
Savannah’s Answer: “My favorite current TV show “Gossip Girl” or “The Office”.
Q #17: If you were stuck in one TV show which would it have to be?
Savannah’s Answer: “If I was stuck in one TV show I would have to say “Gossip Girl”, because I would be surrounded by beautiful men. I would be surrounded by really cute guys. I would love to be best friends with Blake Lively.”
Q #18: What is your favorite past movie?
Savannah’s Answer: “Oh man, I am a huge fan of Amanda Bynes so probably “She’s the Man” or “Napoleon Dynamite.” I love really dumb comedies. I really love movies like that.”
Q #19: What is the last movie you saw in the movie theatre?
Savannah’s Answer: “It was “Leap Year” with Amy Adams. Her dad told her she could propose on a Leap Year to her boyfriend. It is a really good movie. Before that I saw “Its Complicated” that was a hilarious movie. My favorite guy from “The Office” was in it. That was a good surprise, because I had no idea he was in it. It was really funny. You should definitely see it.”
Q #20: What is your favorite Taylor Swift Song?
Savannah’s Answer: “My favorite Taylor Swift song is “Forever and Always.”
Q #21: What is your favorite restaurant/food place in California?
Savannah’s Answer: “I love Indian food so as long as there is good Indian food. We just went to this place in California; It was an Indian restaurant. It was great! It was so good! They had this huge television. It was different, but it was so good.”
Q #22 What charity is closest to your heart?
Savannah’s Answer: “I have to say the Humane Society. I have been supporting them for awhile now. I love animals, and I hate to see animals get hurt.”
Q #23: Do you have a favorite quote or a saying that is always on your mind?
Savannah’s Answer: “My favorite quote is a funny one is from the movie Elf. “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” I love that! It is so hilarious. I have to say that is my favorite funny quote. There is one, “Live at bottom even if you are at the top.” That is a really good quote. I love when people say, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” I like that one.”
Q #24: Would you like to say anything to your fans and anyone who will be reading this interview?
Savannah’s Answer: “Yeah I have a lot to say to them. I just want to thank you guys for supporting me and for buying my music on ITunes, and watching my YouTube videos. You guys are amazing. I can’t wait to see you guys at some shows this year! I cannot wait to see every one of you this year!”
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Copyright: Jaclyn Salamone
