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Tahj is taking on a new passion in singing . Having released several covers over the past few years of songs from artists including Nick Jonas , Adele , and John Legend , he ’ s been able to build a strong following , and his fans are now eagerly awaiting the release of his own music . Today is epic in the fact that his debut single , Flirt , has released to the masses . In this feature , Mowry talks openly , not just about the single , but the album that he plans to follow with . He also talks with us about the recent renewal of his show , Baby Daddy , for a 5th season , and his desire to do more films in the future . It ’ s definitely a thrill to spotlight all that he has going on . Mowry has the spirit and personalty of someone who truly loves what he ’ s doing , and he definitely helps us to drive the theory of following your passion and dreams . He ’ s a living example of what happens when you follow your heart , and you focus on what it is that you love to do . In this lifetime , nothing is worth comprising your happiness . This is definitely a Q & A worth checking out , and one that you ’ ll surely remember .
Urban Grandstand Digital : First and foremost , I want to extend my gratitude to you for the opportunity in talking today . Even with me bring ten years older , I grew up watching shows like Smart Guy , and now my son watches you on Full House . It ’ s funny that he watched the episodes and thinks they ’ re all brand new , even though that was more than twenty years ago ( laughing )
Tahj Mowry : Oh wow ( laughing ), thank you so much . I appreciate that .
UGD : Now you ’ ve truly come a long way since those shows , and your work on Seventeen Again , and Kim Possible . Many times , it ’ s difficult to make that transition from being a child star to doing more adult roles . You seemingly made a seamless transition in your career . How were you able to do so ?
Check Out Tahj ’ s NEW Single “ Flirt ” on YouTube
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TM : I think it ’ s about having time to take a break from it . I went to college , high school , and to my prom . I gave myself time to do that , because i realize that it is a job . I wanted to have that sort of “ normal lifestyle ” towards the end of high school . It gave people time to miss me in a sense , and living you life is so important . Then I came back , and I was ready to take it on as a job . I love to do this , and to be able to have done it for so long is truly a blessing .
UGD : How weird for you was it to step away for a little bit , and then come back to it ?
TM : I mean , I always had a good balance , even when I was younger and working heavily . I would take breaks and go to school , or go to football practice , or track practice . I was always in those real life experiences anyway , so it was just like taking a break . Obviously , for others , it was a little crazy going to school with me .
UGD : How exciting is it for Baby Daddy to be coming back at the top of June for a new season ?
TM : Oh my god , well the June 3rd premiere is the summer premier of season 4 . It ’ s the second half of season 4 , and then we start shooting season 5 around August or September . It ’ s a blessing to even get picked up from the pilot stage , so to be on for 4 seasons , and get picked up for a 5th , it ’ s really amazing .
UGD : I think it ’ s so awesome to see this happening for you because so many shows never make it this far , let alone even lasting for 1 full season .
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TM : Exactly , and it ’ s a fun show . I ’ m friends with the cast and crew on and off set . They are like my second family .
UGD : That ’ s what makes it even better , is when there ’ s a genuine chemistry .
TM : Right …
UGD : What was it in the beginning that really attracted you to the role ?
TM : It ’ s a very well-rounded show . It has familial aspects to it , and real life situations . It has adult situations as well , and I think it ’ s cool to see a show where a guy isvvv bucking down and taking care of a baby . Normally , you see the female side , but to see a male perspective is cool . I think guys are liking the show as well . It ’ s just that whole family aspect of the show that I love . It has potential to last a long time . I can have fun with the character . It ’ s been fun to run with it and create something new .
UGD : I think it was put together very well , and you can tell that everyone has a true chemistry .
TM : Exactly , and then we talk about real life issue , but just in a funny way . I ’ ve been doing sitcoms my whole life , and being able to come back as an adult is really good for me . It ’ s like doing a stage play every week .
UGD : I believe there ’ s a lot for you to be commended for in the fact that you ’ ve been in this business your entire life , but you ’ re extremely grounded . You ’ re easy to talk to , and you don ’ t come off as being a snob .
TM : Oh thanks man , there ’ s no need to be that way . I appreciate that .
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UGD : So I definitely want to touch on your music because I know you have an album , but in terms of acting , are there any other roles approaching ?
TM : I ’ ve been wanting to get more involved in film , so you ’ ll definitely see me in more features and movies . Baby Daddy takes a lot of time , and I ’ m so focused on music . My single dropped today . People are listening to it , and it ’ s crazy to me .
UGD : It ’ s funny the way you say that people are listening to it , almost as if you ’ re shocked ( laughing ). You sing really good man .
TM : Thank you so much ...
UGD : Well obviously , you have your YouTube channel , and you ’ ve done a number of cover songs over the years , but you really have a true talent . Do you ever hear back from the artists you ’ ve covered ?
TM : I thought it was cool that I did a cover of Nick Jonas ’ “ Jealous ”, and he
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tweeted it out . It ’ s such a great song and I wanted to do my own version . I haven ’ t heard from Adele or anything , but that would be awesome .
UGD : Right , but you also covered John legend ’ s “ Ordinary People ”
TM : Yes , I saw him in his car once , and we totally spotted each other ( laughing ). It was like the coolest moment in my life .
UGD : So stepping backwards a little and talking again about transitioning to new things , it ’ s also difficult for actors to transition to music sometimes . Sometimes it ’ s not necessarily believable . How do you feel things have gone for you ? Do you feel like your fans are accepting your decision to do music ?
TM : I think they are , and it ’ s one of the reasons I wanted to do it myself , or independently . That ’ s how I wanted it because the i get artistic freedom and I can do it the way I want .
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