Leony: From the victim of bullying to the DSDS juror-her way to success!

Leony: From the victim of bullying to the DSDS juror-her way to success!

Leony is a 27-year-old German singer who is currently on everyone's lips with her participation as a juror at "DSDS" and her hits such as "By Your Side (in my mind)" and "Remedy". In an interview with two young fans from Berlin, Helena and Lilly, she emphasizes the importance of authentically living and pursuing dreams. "It is your life alone, live it, as you like," says the artist and thus draws attention to the importance of self -realization. According to Welt recently has the official song on the football European Championships 2024, "Fire", in cooperation with OnerePublic and Meduza Published.

The singer, who writes 99% of her lyrics herself, plans to spend more time with her family and friends in the near future and would like to travel to other parts of Asia. Her musical career began in childhood when she learned to play the piano at the age of six. She was supported by her piano teacher, who designed the lessons individually. Nevertheless, Leony also carried heavy burdens from her past, in particular experiences of bullying in her school days, which strongly shaped her.

bullying and personal challenges

according to Stern described Leony her schooling as cruel. Rumors about her, like an alleged insurance of her vocal cords for one million euros, accompanied them over the years and her dream fulfillment to become a singer was often mocked. Fortunately, she was able to count on a group of friends who stood by her in this difficult time. Today she sees her experiences as a source of strength and has learned to deal with hate comments, which unfortunately also affects many of her fans.

The importance of social media in today's youth should not be underestimated. A study by the media education research network Southwest shows that 95% of young people between the ages of 12 and 19 use the Internet every day. In this context, Leony notices the effects of bullying and negative comments that can be reinforced by social media. The platforms, in particular TikK and Instagram, offer both a stage and a challenge for many young people who are in constant pressure to perform.

musical visions and dreams

for the future, Leony dreams of its own stadium tour and international success. With her recently released album "Oldschool Love", she would like to address an audience who shares her music and messages. Despite her Bavarian dialect, she sings exclusively in English because she feels more comfortable in this language. Her favorite song, "Your Way", is a tribute to her late grandfather and shows her emotional connection with music.

Leony does not want to be a role model in the classic sense, but encourages their fans to believe in their dreams. She actively devotes herself to the topic of respectful coexistence and shows that you can remain strong despite adversity. Considering this personal message and her experiences on the parent and student side as media-sensitive is more relevant than ever in a world that is increasingly shaped by social media, as the results of the Jim 2022 study illustrate.

Leony, who comes from a supporting family, looks optimistically into the future and wants to continue to give positive impulses with her music. "Live it, as you like," remains her mantra, which she recommends to herself and her fans.