Stefanie Sun took a step that shocked the public two
years ago by choosing to take a break from her career at a time
when many thought she was at her peak. Making a comeback after the
long deserved break, Sun still holds onto her faith and love for
singing to step into showbiz again.
Stefanie Sun started her singing career in 2000. With her short
hair, unique vocals and charisma, she managed to make a name for
herself within just a short span of time and emerged as the queen
of local pop with her rising popularity. But just as the path to
greater heights presented itself before her, Sun chose to slow
down, twice.
"I did talk to my parents at that time, that I want to remain
where I am, and not sign any contract. There was a period of time
when some records company tried to approach me, but I declined it
all. I decided to take a rest that year was due to too much work
piling up. I was also feeling a little depressed and empty, so I
had to take a break.
As for the past year, I admit that it is due to my lack of own
opinions; I have no idea what is the next step. I don't know if I
should move on or stay the same. Besides other personal work, I did
attend trade shows, became a spokesperson and handled some projects
during my break. The rest of my time would have been spent dining,
watching television programmes and reading. I'm either at my home
or my parents' place," Sun said.
It may take a lot of courage to leave the industry but it takes
even more for the artist to decide to return to it. As Sun
reappears in the limelight, the media praised her for her courage
and bravery.
"I think they are right. There was a period of time when I felt
incompetent, finding difficulty in whatever I do. But now, I begin
to see things in a different light, I would think nothing is
impossible, it is just a matter of whether you want it or not. If
you want something to happen, it will happen. This is the
experience and confidence that I've accumulated during the past two
years," Sun said.
Returning to the stage after two years, Sun sets to challenge
herself with a concert tour. Although already been through much in
the industry, faced with a concert that means a lot to her
comeback, Sun reveals that she feels the jitters.
"My heart beat so fast that it felt like it was going to drop
out of my mouth during the first concert (in Taipei). When I get
too nervous, I will start to break down and cry at a certain point,
because you will feel the fear. During my first concert, I shed a
tear before I stepped out to the stage," Sun revealed.
Besides her career, Sun's relationship with her rumored Holland
boyfriend is also stealing quite a bit of media attention. When
asked by fans if her boyfriend would attend the concert as a show
of support, Sun toned down immediately.
"At that time, I skipped the question when my fans started
probing about my relationship. I know there are a lot of people out
there who are concerned about my love life, but I don't wish to
share too much about my private life," Sun said.
Although Sun did not reveal when her next album will be out, she
promised her fans that she will be presenting her new songs on
stage during her 11 July concert at the Singapore Indoor
stadium.
--Xin.sg
