These kids were multi-talented! Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down child TV, theater and movie stars who transitioned into successful musical careers.
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00:00Welcome to MsMojo, and today we're counting down child TV, theatre and movie stars who
00:10transitioned into successful musical careers.
00:20Number 10.
00:21Hilary Duff Best known for her role as the titular character
00:24in Lizzie McGuire, Duff became an idol for a generation.
00:29Mostly capturing the trials and tribulations of teenage life, the show's success led
00:37to the Lizzie McGuire movie, which solidified Duff's status as a teen icon and served
00:42as a bridge to her music career.
00:51Duff's foray into music saw immediate success with her debut album Metamorphosis in 2003,
00:58which included hits like So Yesterday and Come Clean.
01:06These songs resonated with her young audience, speaking to themes of independence and self-discovery
01:11and showcased Duff's ability to connect with fans beyond her acting roles.
01:16Her subsequent albums, such as 2007's Dignity, explored more mature themes and experimented
01:22with electronic and dance-pop sounds.
01:30Number 9.
01:31Zendaya The ascent of Zendaya from Disney Channel
01:34starlet to global superstar encapsulates a journey of immense talent and strategic career
01:40choices.
01:46Beginning her career on Disney Channel's Shake It Up, Zendaya portrayed Rocky Blue,
01:51a role that showcased not only her acting skills, but also her dancing talents.
01:56This initial exposure laid the groundwork for a multifaceted career that spans acting,
02:02music, fashion, and activism.
02:08Musically, Zendaya's self-titled album in 2013, featuring the hit single Replay, displayed
02:19her versatility as an artist, blending pop and R&B with an urban edge.
02:30While her musical endeavors have been more selective compared to her acting career, each
02:34project has demonstrated her ability to connect with audiences through a genuine expression
02:40of her artistic voice.
02:49Number 8.
02:50Christina Aguilera The prodigiously talented Aguilera started
02:54off as a young contestant on Star Search and a cast member of the Mickey Mouse Club, and
02:59proceeded to become one of the most powerful voices in pop music.
03:09Aguilera's rise to fame was meteoric following the release of her self-titled debut album
03:14in 1999, which included hits like Genie in a Bottle and What a Girl Wants.
03:26These songs amply showcased her stunning vocal range.
03:30Aguilera's subsequent albums, such as Stripped and Back to Basics, marked significant artistic
03:36growth, exploring more mature themes and incorporating elements of soul, jazz and blues.
03:50Stripped in particular featured the anthem Beautiful, which became a powerful message
03:55of self-acceptance and empowerment.
04:05Number 7.
04:06Britney Spears Yet another child star on the Mickey Mouse
04:10Club became a global pop icon in a remarkable tale of talent and transformation.
04:21Spears burst onto the music scene in the late 1990s with her debut single Baby One More
04:27Time, a cultural landmark that catapulted her to international fame.
04:33The song, with its catchy chorus and memorable music video, defined the teen pop genre and
04:38made Spears a household name.
04:44Her subsequent albums, such as Oops I Did It Again, solidified her status as a pop music
04:50trailblazer.
04:56Despite facing personal and professional challenges, Spears' resilience in the face of adversity
05:02has endeared her to fans worldwide, and her comeback albums Circus and Femme Fatale reasserted
05:08her place at the top of the pop pantheon.
05:18Number 6.
05:19Nick Jonas Before the Jonas Brothers became a household
05:22name, Nick Jonas had already carved a path for himself in the entertainment industry.
05:34Roles in Broadway productions like Les Miserables showcased his formidable talent at a young
05:39age.
05:40His transition to music, alongside his brothers Kevin and Joe, led to the formation of the
05:45Jonas Brothers, a band that would become synonymous with the mid-2000s teen pop explosion.
05:55The band's mix of pop, rock, and infectious melodies, combined with their wholesome image,
06:00captured the hearts of millions worldwide, leading to multi-platinum albums and sold-out
06:06tours.
06:13Nick Jonas, however, did not rest on his laurels with the band's success, and has had a stellar
06:18solo career.
06:24Number 5.
06:25Demi Lovato Demi Lovato's career is a compelling narrative
06:29of triumph over adversity, marked by her transition from a Disney Channel star to a powerful voice
06:35in the music industry.
06:40Lovato first came into the spotlight through her roles in Camp Rock and the series Sunny
06:44with a Chance on Disney Channel, where she showcased not only her acting abilities, but
06:49also her singing talent.
06:57This dual exposure paved the way for her musical career, beginning with her debut album, Don't
07:03Forget, which leaned heavily into pop rock.
07:12As Lovato's career progressed, her musical style evolved to include more mature themes
07:17and a broader range of genres.
07:19Beyond her music, Lovato has been open about her personal challenges, using her platform
07:24to advocate for mental health awareness and support various social causes.
07:35Number 4.
07:36Ariana Grande Beginning her career on the Nickelodeon show
07:39Victorious, Grande played the red-headed role of Cat Valentine.
07:47While she gained a significant fan base through her acting, it was her musical career that
07:51catapulted her to international fame.
08:00Grande's debut album, 2013's Yours Truly, revealed a mature, soulful voice that belied
08:06her young age, blending contemporary R&B with pop.
08:10Hits like The Way showcased her incredible vocal range and set the stage for her future
08:15success.
08:21With subsequent albums like My Everything and Thank U, Next, Grande continued to evolve
08:27both musically and personally, exploring themes of love, grief, and empowerment.
08:32Grande's music often features complex vocal arrangements and whistle notes, a testament
08:38to her astonishing musical skill.
08:46Number 3.
08:47Justin Timberlake JT's journey from child star to global music
08:50icon is a testament to his versatile talent.
08:58Beginning his career on the Mickey Mouse Club, alongside future stars like the aforementioned
09:03Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, Timberlake quickly transitioned to music as the lead
09:08singer of the boy band NSYNC.
09:17This band became one of the defining pop acts of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
09:23After the group went on hiatus, he launched a solo career that took the music world by
09:27storm.
09:33His debut solo album, Justified, included hits like Cry Me a River and Rock Your Body.
09:39His subsequent albums such as Future Sex, Love Sounds, and The 2020 Experience cemented
09:45his status as a pop powerhouse, earning him numerous awards, including Grammys.
09:57Number 2.
09:58Selena Gomez Here's yet another Disney alumnus, rising
10:02to fame through her role as Alex Russo on Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place,
10:07Gomez quickly became a household name, endearing herself to millions with her charismatic performance
10:13and relatable personality.
10:28Venturing into music, she formed Selena Gomez and The Scene in 2009, releasing catchy pop
10:34hits that resonated with a young audience, including songs like Naturally.
10:45As a solo artist, Gomez continued to mature musically.
10:49Her solo career has been marked by her willingness to explore different genres, from pop to electric
10:55and Latin influences, demonstrating her versatility as an artist.
11:04Hits like Come and Get It, The Heart Wants What It Wants, and Lose You to Love Me have
11:09earned both critical and commercial success.
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11:33Number 1.
11:35Miley Cyrus The transformation of Miley Cyrus from wholesome
11:39Disney character to an international music sensation is one of the most talked about
11:44evolutions in pop culture.
11:56Cyrus captured hearts worldwide as the lead in Hannah Montana, where she played a teenager
12:01leading a double life as a schoolgirl and a pop star.
12:04This role not only catapulted her into stardom, but also seamlessly launched her music career.
12:16Her early music, including the Hannah Montana soundtrack, was pop-oriented with a youthful
12:22appeal.
12:23As she matured, Miley sought to shed her Disney image.
12:26Her third album, Can't Be Tamed, marked a departure towards a more edgy persona.
12:38Miley's ability to reinvent herself, coupled with her powerful vocals and dynamic performances,
12:43has made her a figure of endless fascination.
12:54Who else should be on this list?
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