Sign up here for The Tea to read exclusive celebrity interviews with stars like Normani Kordei, Maddie Ziegler and Willow Shields!Jacob Sartorius has been called the new Justin Bieber,and we have to say, the comparison holds up. The 14-year-old singer got his start on Vine, then achieved viral fame on Musical.ly. Sartoriusturned his social media stardom into mainstream success in 2016, releasing his debut single Sweatshirt and selling out his first headline tour.Now, hes taking 2017 by storm. He released his EP The Last Text in January, and is currently on the road with The Last Text World Tour.In an exclusive interview with The Huffington Post, Sartorius chattedabout his new music, his undeniable crush on Selena Gomezand his dream to get a tattoo of Bill Nye on his back. (Yes, really).What made you get involved with music'I started musical theater at the age of 7, and from there I fell in love with just being able to connect with people. Just a couple simple words, add a couple notes in there and it becomes a song. To be able to sing and connect with people is pretty cool. I think the thing that attracted me most to music was that you can always spread a positive message through it.How has social media played a role in your career'I think its a great way to connect with my fans. Its great to check what people are saying on Twitter. I can share with them certain things that are going on throughout my day, whether Im in the studio or Im writing new songs on a notepad. I think that social media will be something that I always use throughout my career because thats where I started. You cant just forget about where you came from.What was it like going from lip-syncing on Musical.ly to releasing a single of your own'Ever since I started, I had some songs I had recorded and I played the guitar all along. So I built all the social media stuff as a platform for my music. If anybody wants to get to know me better, they can go on my social media. I think thats where I connect with my fans the strongest. Everything that I do, I try to connect with people. Thats always been the main focus.Which show has been your favorite on The Last Text World Tour'I promise 2017 is not ready because I know that weve got some big things planned. I dont think anybodys ever done what Im about to do. Manchester was crazy, London was crazy. Everywhere I go, its a completely different crowd, and I can connect with those people in different ways. So, in a way, every show is my favorite, because every night I go out there and give it what I got.According to Google, you were the ninth most-searched musical artist of 2016. How does that make you feel'I think I owe it all to my fans. I just try to stay as humble as I can about everything because I know 2017 is going to be pretty crazy. Being the ninth most-searched music artist in the world is really something I take pride in, and I think next year I could be No. 1 if my fans keep going at the rate theyre going.I think this is building so fast, its pretty overwhelming.How has your life changed since your rise to fame'There are a lot of upsides to it. I can make an impact on peoples lives.Its crazy because you see it from a spectators perspective and now Im in the perspective of the actual artist. I grew up watching The Kids Choice Awards and now Ive performed at the Kids Choice Awards. Little stuff like that just messes with my reality. Its really crazy.Youve experienced your share of bullying. What advice do you have for other kids who deal with haters'My No. 1 thing that I always say is just try to realize where those people are coming from.I think those people are coming from a state where they are insecure about themselves and unsure about what they want to do, so they try to bring you down to that level. Thats what my mom had to tell me, especially as my social media and music stuff started.I would go to school and people wouldnt be a fan of what I do. I think it really got to me at first, but I had to realize a lot of other people go through bullying too. My first Vine ever was actually an anti-bullying Vine. Its hard, but if you just keep your head up and stay positive, you can power through. If youre at that low point, it only goes higher from there.Since social media played a key role in your career, what is the best app for upcoming singers right now'Snapchat and Instagram.On Instagram, you can show pictures and little moments of your life. Its a great way to connect with the people who are supporting your music. Twitter is cool, you can respond to tweets. Musical.lys cool because you can post covers on there, or lip-sync to your own music. Every app is different in some way and great to communicate with people.What social media app are you most addicted to'Twitter.You sing and you rap.Which is your favorite'I think both, especially with my upcoming music, we have a little bit of rap and a little bit of singing. I think its all grown from pop music. Its more pop-rap if I do rap. I love both of them. Its a whole new style of music.Do you get nervous when you perform'Not really. I kind of just get the mic and just vibe with it from there. Before I go on, Im like, Oh gosh ... whats going on right now' But once Im onstage it all goes away.Who is your favorite social media star'Uhtheres this kid Ive heard ofhis name is Jacob Sartorius. Hes pretty cool, I like his Musical.lys.Whats your favorite song to lip-sync to'Theres this song called Jordans by Jacob Sartorius But I think Ed Sheerans Shape Of You.Do you have any pets'I have two cats at home, and I had a bird but it flew away.Name one musical artist you would LOVE to see in concert.Well, I just saw Drake in concert and I think that made my life complete. I think that was one of the best things Ive ever seen. Hes one of the best performers. I saw Prince when I was 8 years old at Madison Square Garden. Ive seen a lot of the people I loved growing up.The next person I would probably see is Ed Sheeran, because I love his new album.If you could collaborate with any rapper who would it be'Desiigner, Migos or Drake. Or Kyle! Probably Kyle. The rap industry is really blowing up, lots of good artists.Whats one thing youre afraid of'Swimming in the ocean with sharks under me.Whats your favorite food of all time'Hamburger sliders. Or mac and cheese.Who is your celebrity crush' We saw your tweet that you need a girlfriend, so we might as well publicize this for you! 'Selena Gomez. 100 percent, no doubt. I think Selena might be perfect for me, but I have to talk to The Weeknd and make sure its cool with him.When you turn 18, will you get a tattoo'Ill get a lot. Ive always wanted to get a Bill Nye the Science Guy tattoo on my back because I grew up watching him in school. I want my tattoos to be quirky and funny. Maybe one of a squirrel. Just random little things.Whats your favorite part about being famous'Just being able to make a difference.Who would win in a rap battle: Biggie or Tupac'Biggie.What picture is your phone lock screen right now'Its the default one that my iPhone came with. I never changed it.Whats your favorite color'Blue.Whats one movie youll never get sick of watching'The Truman Show.Whats your go-to movie theater snack'Skittles.Whats your least favorite thing about social media'Haters.Where do you see yourself in five years'Arenas, stadiums. Hopefully. Thats the goal. Five years from now Ill be 19 ... what the heck'Do you have any upcoming projects your fans can look forward to'I have a lot of singles coming out. Its really cool, I cant give too much away. Were working on it right now.This isnt our first time at the tea party. Check out our interviews withLauren Jauregui,Skai Jackson,Keke Palmer,Noah Cyrusand Justin Prentice! -- This feed and its contents are the property of The Huffington Post, and use is subject to our terms. It may be used for personal consumption, but may not be distributed on a website.
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