Zhang Zeyu, born on April 30, 2007, a fair-skinned child with dark hair at the age of 10 back then, has now grown into a budding artist filled with quality, abundant talent, and is currently pursuing his dreams. Before his official debut, let's get to know Zhang Zeyu better!
'Zhang Zeyu,' or as everyone calls him, 'Xiao Pao (Little Pao),' 'Master Pao (Teacher Pao),' 'Ta Yu (Brother Yu),' or 'Lao Pao (Elder Pao).' If we rewind to 2017, during the Master Class singing competition, one of the most prominent in China, besides Zhang Zeyu's powerful and distinctive voice, his humility was widely praised. At that time, Zhang Zeyu was invited to bring his beloved grandparents to the show. His actions and demeanour, at just 10 years old, caring for his grandparents above all else, earned him admiration from the audience and online, being hailed as the "best kid" at the time.
Subsequently, Zhang Zeyu was given a life-changing opportunity to become a part of the “Time FengJun Entertainment” or TF Entertainment. With his remarkable abilities, he caught the attention and was brought in as the third trainee, prompting Zhang Zeyu to move from his hometown in Heilongjiang to Chengdu, the location of the music camp. It's worth mentioning that TF Entertainment, founded in 2009, is another renowned music camp that has been developing and nurturing numerous quality artists. Examples include TFBOYS and TNT (Teens in Times), which have become widely accepted and esteemed goals for the new generation of Chinese youths. Throughout Zhang Zeyu's time with TF Entertainment, the backstage and stage experiences of being the third trainee were consistently provided, showing how much effort Zhang Zeyu has put in. Initially, as a trainee, he had to face numerous limitations, including academic challenges, fitting in with his peers, singing or dancing skills, to the point where a certain phrase stuck with him from his fan club, "Others don't see how you practise or what you do. They only see the results." It's evident that Zhang Zeyu's mindset, even at the age of just 11-12 at that time, was one of facing the realities of the world. He chose to accept mistakes and continue forward without stopping his practice.
Eventually, Zhang Zeyu gained recognition from teammates, coaches, and others as the "most talented kid," earning widespread support and acclaim. He was selected as the second participant in the TransForm Project, one of the highly anticipated trainees awaiting debut. Apart from his singing prowess, Zhang Zeyu's passion for music, particularly his exceptional guitar skills, has been evident. His dream, as he once stated, is to become a guitar teacher if he doesn't debut as an artist.
The journey to becoming an artist for Zhang Zeyu has been a driving force for many people, including 'good friends,' a term Zhang Zeyu uses to address his fans. From a 10-year-old boy who relentlessly pursued his dreams, it might not be solely due to his abilities, but also because of Zhang Zeyu's beautiful mindset since childhood until now, at the age of 17. This mindset has been a guiding force that helped him overcome numerous obstacles and stand where he is today. Some may wonder, 'How can one's mindset or thoughts lead to success?' Mindset is the belief or thought that an individual holds. Zhang Zeyu's mindset has been conveyed through his actions throughout his journey.
But what is clear is the transmission through the letter he wrote to himself, intending to debut this year, stating, "In 2024, have you improved the stage for better friends?" This sentence has led Zhang Zeyu to be seen as one of the artists who deeply cares about his fans, along with posing numerous questions to himself about his lifestyle and personal development in 2024. The positive attitude conveyed directly through his mindset makes it evident that Zhang Zeyu is destined to grow into the best artist.
The fact that people have supported Zhang Zeyu for a long time, spanning 7 years, might be because they feel love and understanding towards his personality and thoughts. Whether it's his care, living a fulfilling life, pursuing dreams, loving himself greatly, or even loving his hometown and family, Zhang Zeyu always expresses his desire to return home to his beloved family, especially his mother, whom he loves dearly. Zhang Zeyu is ready to do everything possible to ensure his mother lives comfortably, as he promised, "From now on, I will be the one supporting my mother!" Zhang Zeyu's overwhelming love has undoubtedly been reciprocated by his fans.
Though Zhang Zeyu has yet to debut, the upcoming summer of 2024 marks a crucial time for him as he prepares for the idol season in China under TF Entertainment. His growth, both physically and mentally, filled with love and talent, assures that Zhang Zeyu, as the third trainee, will never give up, no matter how tough the journey. For those who have read up to this point, let's hope to become new "good friends" and get to know Zhang Zeyu even better. You can follow Zhang Zeyu's updates on Twitter at twitter.com/zhangzeyuth. It's believed that soon, apart from the positive energy he radiates, you'll undoubtedly fall in love with Zhang Zeyu.
