Street performances are quite common in prominent cities around the world. Aspiring musicians often start their careers by singing on the streets for free or for a small donation. Did you know there’s actually a name for this centuries-old activity?
The History of Busking.
‘Busking’ is the common term for performing on the street. It’s a rich tradition wherein entertainers like singers, musicians, dancers, and other artists put on a show in public areas. Busking was initially a way to attract pedestrians to stores or restaurants. Today, performers do it mainly to share their talent or earn a few bucks from passersby.
A 13-Year-Old Girl Performs On The Streets Of Dublin.
Mia Black has been inclined towards music since she was a baby. According to her dad, she would be found humming along to the speakerphone dial tone!
She’s Been Singing Solo Since Age 7.
Mia has been active in the music scene since she was 7 years old. She has done various solo performances in concerts and theatre musicals and was sometimes hired to sing at weddings. At 11 years old, she started the art of busking in Galway, a city in western Ireland. Today’s video is from an especially powerful performance on the streets of Dublin.
Her Street Performance Was A Cover Of John Legend’s All Of Me.
Her strong, captivating voice brought a unique effect to the famous song. There’s no denying that Mia has real talent.
People Were Enchanted By Her Voice.
The streets of Dublin were quite busy that day. Even though most people were in a hurry to get somewhere, Mia’s voice made them stop in their tracks. Some took photos and videos of Mia’s street performance, and a few of them were generous enough to tip her.
How Busking Has Helped Mia.
After busking for quite some time, Mia has become comfortable performing on the streets. It has helped her build the confidence to match her powerful voice. It has also given her the necessary exposure to begin her musical career. She records all of her performances and uploads them on her YouTube channel.
Her Voice Has Reached Millions On The Internet.
Ever since her street performance video was uploaded on YouTube, it has gained more than 4 million views. Mia has received many positive comments from people around the world. A lot of them believe that she’s going to be famous one day.
From Humble Beginnings To Success.
Mia’s passion for music has taken her from performing on the streets to recording four demos and eventually collaborating with other musicians. With passion, hard work, and support from the many people who believe in her talent, she will surely make her way to the top of the music industry.
To watch Mia’s performance of John Legend’s All Of Me, click on the video below.
