Meet Professional Singer Daisy Dance (Interview)

The path to success in the music world is never a straight line. It’s shaped by soaring performances and life’s toughest challenges alike. Today’s guest, professional singer Daisy Dance, inspires millions with her voice and shares a story of passion, persistence, and real-life struggles that we can all learn from.

Starting her artistic journey at a young age, Daisy opens up about her experiences in the industry, the challenges she’s faced, her unique work discipline, and what keeps her motivated.

Get ready to dive into the life and art of Daisy Dance.

1. Hi Daisy, can you introduce yourself and tell us what you do?

Hi, my name is Daisy Dance and I’m a professional singer.

2. How did your journey in this field begin?

At the age of 8, I discovered my passion for singing and immersed myself in Mariah Carey’s music, diligently practicing her vocal techniques despite being far from her level. Fast forward to when I was 14, my talent was noticed at a family barbecue by my first music manager. This led me to record my first album and embark on a journey of honing my skills in the recording studio.

3. What inspired you to choose this profession or path?

From an early age, I’ve craved a life defined by freedom, creativity, and passion, all of which I found through music and singing. Listening to my mum and older sister sing all the time really inspired me, and I knew I wanted to take that journey further.

4. How would you describe your creative process?

I would describe my creative process in one word: persistence. We’re all born with different talents, skills, wants, and needs, but what l’ve learned over the years is that it’s persistence that gets you to the finish line. Not talent, not skill, and not luck. It’s that tenacious ability to keep going, no matter what.

5. What does a typical day look like for you?

I’m a fairly disciplined person, I say fairly because I still love to go out and enjoy myself now and then! Most days involve some form of exercise, whether that’s at home or in the gym, and vocal exercises are non-negotiable. I try to hit 10,000 steps a day, and I’m often listening to or learning lyrics for upcoming gigs. A lot of time goes into prepping for those performances. I also make sure to carve out time for my family and, of course, my fiancé. I love talking to him about all my plans for the future. I’m always thinking about, and coming up with ideas about my next goal or step in life.

6. What are the biggest challenges you’ve faced so far?

I’ve faced so many challenges over the years, I’ve honestly lost count, but haven’t we all? Life throws things at you, sometimes more at some than others.

One of the hardest times for me was back in 2011. Just six months after being dropped from my record label, I lost my dad to cancer. At the time, I was living my dream, performing at huge venues like Wembley Arena and Glastonbury, appearing on TV and in magazines, constantly travelling and doing what I loved, with my family always there cheering me on. Then, suddenly, I was unemployed and grieving the loss of my biggest supporter. It completely floored me. I decided to quit music altogether.

I ended up in temp jobs for a few years and, truthfully, I drank too much during that time. I felt lost, disconnected and deeply unhappy. But one rainy morning, on my way to yet another soulless office job, I felt my dad’s presence so strongly in the car with me. It was like he was telling me to stop wasting time, to get back to music. The next day, without a backup plan or safety net, I quit temping and found my way back.

I rebuilt my career and was doing well until the pandemic hit. During that time, I also lost my sister, but that’s a story for another time.

Today, I’m back to succeeding as a singer. And as I mentioned before, persistence truly is the key to getting to where you want to be.

7. How do you stay motivated during difficult times?

Motivation can be hard to find, and even harder to keep. We’re human beings with a full spectrum of emotions and thoughts, and those can shift daily, even hourly, depending on what’s going on around us, the news, family, friends, social media… all of it.

For me, motivation doesn’t come from thought, it comes from force. Thinking too much actually kills my motivation. So I don’t sit around debating whether I feel like going to the gym, doing vocal exercises, or learning lyrics, I just make myself do it. Eventually, it becomes a habit. And habits, I believe, are the true key to success. But habits only form if you commit to them regardless of how you feel in the moment.

I’ve also learned to block out the noise. These days, everyone on social media is some kind of life coach or expert. They’re not. We’re all just as lost as each other trying to figure it out as we go along, and one size definitely doesn’t fit all. I stay focused on my own path, and my goals are for me, not for anyone else.

8. What advice would you give to someone just starting out?

My advice to anyone starting out in this industry? Buckle up, you’re in for one hell of a ride!

The truth is, everyone’s journey is different. Yours might be easier than mine, or it might be harder, there’s no set path in this business. But one thing I can say for sure is: if you’re putting your art out there, be ready for feedback, the good, the bad, and the downright rude.

Over the years, I’ve had both helpful, constructive criticism and unnecessary, hurtful comments. I’ve also had a lot of praise. And honestly? All of it matters. All of it has the power to shape you, but don’t let it break you.

None of us are so special that we’re above praise or criticism. Take it in, sit with it, cry if you need to, get angry in private if you must, but then move on. Because the only guarantee in this industry is that you can’t avoid it.

9. Is collaboration important in your work? If yes, how?

Collaboration is incredibly important to me, I’m a team player at heart. The people I work with in this industry play a huge role in my happiness. Even those I see as more talented and yes, that can be a tough pill to swallow in such a competitive space, are often the ones I learn the most from. I’ve learned to channel envy or competitiveness into motivation. Let it push you to raise your game rather than bring you down.

It’s not just fellow artists, agents, or bands that matter to me, it’s also the audience. I see every performance as a collaboration with them, too. I pay close attention to what they need in the moment to have a great night, and I adapt to give them that.

So for me, collaboration isn’t just part of the job, it’s everything.

10. Any last words or message you’d like to share with our readers?

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that life and this industry will test you, over and over again. But if you stay persistent, stay connected to who you are, and keep showing up even when it’s hard, you’ll find your way. Don’t wait for permission, don’t compare your journey to anyone else’s, and don’t let setbacks define you. Keep going. Your voice, your story, and your presence matter, and someone out there needs exactly what you have to offer.