Lecture Notes on Kidz Bop and the Presenter’s Attempt to Join

Introduction

• Presenter recently turned 26.
• Plans to join Kidz Bop despite disliking it.
• Kidz Bop is now a global phenomenon.
  • Originally thought only children or their moms listened to it.
  • Now features international versions in Spanish, German, and even K-Pop.

Purpose and Plan

• Objective: To take down Kidz Bop from the inside.
• Steps:
  1. Pose as a child prodigy appearing older than 12.
  2. Get promoted within the organization to eventually become president.
  3. Fire all the kids: "No kids, No bop."

History of Kidz Bop

• Debut in 2001, considered not very good.
• Early albums featured adult singers with children.
  • Example: Blink-182’s "All the Small Things" sung by an old man.
• Original sales model: Sold via phone orders through TV commercials.

Changes in Kidz Bop

• Kidz Bop 18: Transition to using only kid singers.
• Notable unnecessary cover: Justin Bieber’s "Baby."

Personal Preparation for Joining

• Attempts to disguise and audition as a kid.
  • Created a kid-like persona and name.
  • Audition involved singing, dancing, and playing guitar.
• Sent audition to Stuart Stone Casting.
  • Skeptical about the legitimacy of the casting director.

Visiting Kidz Bop Live

• Visited Kidz Bop Live in Kissimmee, Florida.
• Initially confident but impressed by actual talent of Kidz Bop kids.
• Realization:
  • Change of heart about Kidz Bop.
  • Finds himself enjoying the concert.

Conclusion

• Reflects on the unexpected enjoyment and admiration for Kidz Bop.
• Ends with a humorous note: heading to Gatorland.

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• These notes summarize the presenter’s humorous critique and personal journey with Kidz Bop, highlighting his initial intentions and eventual change in perspective.