There is an emerging trend among many teenagers to refer to Miley Cyrus as a Tennessee hillbilly, raspy-voiced tramp. Regardless of what other people may think about her, as a die-hard fan of Cyrus, I continue to be motivated by her personality, her music, and her impressive career.

I first caught a glimpse of Cyrus from her Disney production of Hannah Montana. Immediately, Cyrus’s bubbly, fun-filled personality on the show caught my attention and I became a fan. Over the years, as Cyrus’s career has blossomed with new hit songs and a clothing line, I have become a dedicated supporter. Soon enough, my personal items have all become Hannah Montana paraphernalia.

Over the years, without even meeting her, I discovered that Cyrus is an amazing person. She not only acts in her hit television series Hannah Montana and sings in live concerts, but she has also written her own autobiography and with the help of her producers is an entrepreneur with her own clothing line at Walmart. She has accomplished all of this at a mere age of 16. That is only a year younger than I am, and her accomplishments have completely overshadowed the activities I have accomplished.

Many people detest her, though.Some people find Cyrus’s fame and career undeserved because her dad, Billie Ray Cyrus, is also a country singer. It is true that she probably had an edge in the entertainment area given the numerous connections Billie Ray Cyrus might have had. Sure, Cyrus’s career might have started off from the right direction because of her dad, but in order for her career to develop and grow, Cyrus had to showcase her talent and determination. Only Cyrus herself can sing a variety of songs, have her own hit television show, write a book, and be an entrepreneur.

As for the “immoral” Internet pictures of Cyrus where she is revealing more skin than usual, I understand that these pictures are strongly frowned upon because Cyrus is supposed to be a role model for young girls. On the other hand, Cyrus is also a teenager herself and this is just her own way of self expression.

As I learned more about Cyrus, I unconsciously became highly motivated and inspired by her. As a young woman, I knew I wanted a career I would enjoy ¬— something that would connect me to people, and fufill my life. On top of that, something that would teach me the workings of the business industry. Boom. It hit me. I wanted a career path that is similar to Miley Cyrus’s. She has everything I want: fame, fortune, and fun.

In the beginning it was just an idea I would throw around. Whether from my parents or friends, the reactions were always the same, “What is wrong with you?” “You’re never going to make it.” “Are you stupid?” Still, the idea of being an actress, singer, author and entrepreneur as in my future job never left me. Whether it was being in the school’s play or taking singing classes, I had to start somewhere before I was to be anywhere.

But, I never pushed myself to audition for the school play or take the singing classes. I decided I would pursue my dream career of being an actress, singer, author and entrepreneur after my homework and studies were completed. But whenever I was tired or wanted to give up, I would pop in my Miley Cyrus CD where the songs “Who said” and “Life’s what you make it” are played. Instantly these songs rejuvenated me and I was determined not to give up. Nonetheless, I still ended up finishing my homework at around midnight and did not have any time or energy to audition or google a good singing teacher.

Now at the peak of my teenage years, I really want to start pursuing my dream goal. To do this, I have decided to state my major in college as business with a minor in theatre arts.

Just as Miley Cyrus juggles between a life of a rock star and teenage girl in her series Hannah Montana, I too want to be juggling between different careers.

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