Grammy nominated singer Susan Boyle embarks on her first U.S. tour in October 2014. She will go on a 21-date city tour beginning in San Diego, California on Oct. 8, 2014.
Susan Boyle, who shot to international stardom following her performance on Britain’s Got Talent in 2009, embarked on her first U.S. tour this month. She began her 21-date city tour in San Diego, California today and will perform in San Antonio, Texas; Atlanta, Georgia; Durham, North Carolina; Clearwater, Florida, among other cities, until her final concert in Jacksonville, Florida on November 6.
Among her many achievements include selling over 22 million albums, being the first and only person to ever enter the Billboard 200 at number one with a debut album, and being the first and only person over 50 to debut at number one with their first album.
The Christian Post did an interview with Boyle via email prior to her scheduled U.S. tour. The following is an edited transcript of the interview.
The Christian Post: What has life been like since you first appeared on Britain’s Got Talent?
Boyle: Life has been a whirlwind. A very happy whirlwind. I’ve achieved more in the past five years since appearing on Britain’s Got Talent than I did in the first 47 years of my life. I have been so busy but genuinely can say I’ve loved every minute. I can’t believe I’ve recorded 6 albums and traveled the world performing. It’s all just been wonderful and when there are times that I have moments of doubt and think “will I be good enough,” I turn to my faith, which has been the backbone of my career.
CP: What has been the greatest moment in your career so far?
Boyle: There have been so many great moments in my career. They have all got their own significance and make up the rich tapestry of the past five years. Travelling to the USA, Japan, China, Australia. Performing for the Queen three times, the Pope, meeting and performing with my childhood hero Donny Osmond. As a young girl skipping school to go and try and meet the Osmonds, I never thought I’d one day perform with him in Las Vegas. Meeting my fans, performing in my first movie and touring the U.K. One of the greatest moments hasn’t yet happened, touring America, a lifelong dream and it’s now a reality!
CP: What is the most rewarding part of sharing your gift with the world?
Boyle: Now that’s an easy question to answer, making people happy!
CP: How has your faith played a part in your success?
Boyle: My faith is incredibly important to me on every level. It gets me through those moments of self-doubt and also allows me to understand that this gift of my career, later in life, is from a higher power. Religion is very important to me and I still attend church services regularly. As a young child I went with my family to church and sang in the choir. I find that my religion gives me a direction in life and brings great happiness.
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SOURCE: Christian Post – Jeffery Scott
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