Some history about this man.... taken from wikipedia.... Born on July 10, 1961 in Hong Kong, Cheung is regarded by many as one of the finest male singers to have come out of Hong Kong, known for his rich baritone voice, wide range and exceptional interpretative powers. Since the early 1990s, he is arguably the world's most respected Chinese pop singer.
Cheung is sometimes dubbed the God of Songs (歌神), a title which was once given to another Cantopop singer Sam Hui.
Cheung is sometimes dubbed the God of Songs (歌神), a title which was once given to another Cantopop singer Sam Hui.
His successful music and acting career has led him to be recognised as one of Hong Kong's icons. Cheung was elected by the Time Magazine as one of the 25 most influential persons in the new Hong Kong in 1997. In 1999, he was named one of the 10 Outstanding Young Persons of the World by the Junior Chamber International, a worldwide federation of young professionals and entrepreneurs.
He mentioned in his concert that he started singing in 1985 and have never looked back ever since. However, even for this God of Songs, he also had his humble beginnings. From his first album to the rest of his additions, there were lots of critisms for his work. Some inital critics commented that he doesn't have the looks although he has got the voice, that there isn't much feelings in his love songs, that he can't dance etc etc etc.
However, he define his success as a result of being adaptive and willingness to learn and improve. Whenever he is faced with negativity, rather than being affected such critics, he would reflect on himself and improve on that particular area. After lots of adaptation, learning and improving, He is now one of the most widely known singers in the Chinese industry.
I admire his kind of determination and willingness to learn and improve. It will be easy for him, given his current status and wealth to be proud and arrogant, instead, he remains humble.
I will take note of this critical success factor.... and hopefully, make it mine as well.
A nice note to end this entry :
Embracing Destiny by Julie A. Bushong
To become the person You are truly meant to be,You must be subjected toLife's trials and tribulations. Stumbling along the way,Experiencing love and heartache, To appreciate all that you had ...And that of which you have yet to attain, Never allowing life's lessonsTo shatter your dreams ...Embracing Destiny
When fate throws you a curve,And it's not within your master plan ...
Heave it back. It is within each of us,To determine what is desirable for us individually.
Life and love is meant to be cherished,Sharing with all those you adore
Whether you choose to forge your path alone Or hand in hand with person of choice. Doing it with enthusiasm Is truly paramount.
Live your life to the fullest, As if it were your last day of mortality. For each day is truly a precious gift. Fear not the unknown.
Embrace Destiny and make it your own.
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