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Twilight's Robert Pattinson
'Twilight' Actor Robert Pattinson: "Music Is My Backup Plan"
Listen to the vampire heartthrob's song "Never Think."
By Larry Fitzmaurice 01.05.09 9:23 AM
Twilight's Robert Pattinson
In an overlooked interview with the Los Angeles Times from before the release of Twilight, actor Robert Pattinson, who played the fawned-over Edward Cullen in the blockbuster vampire movie, discussed his contribution to the film's chart-topping soundtrack -- and said there may be more music to come.
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"Music is my backup plan if acting fails," said Pattinson, 22. "I don't want to put all my eggs in one basket." The British actor, who contributed two songs to the film, one of which, "Never Think," made it to the official soundtrack, has since revealed a few musical heroes to BBC, claiming Eminem was an idol when he was 12 years old and "really into rap," and mentioned others like Jay Kay from Jamiroquai [via Gigwise.com].
However, Twilight fans don't need to worry about Pattinson pulling double duty, as he doesn't plan to use his Twilight success to launch into music. "That's what I was scared about, it looks like I'm trying to get a music career out of it or something," he said. "I really didn't want it to look like I was trying to cash in. I hope it doesn't come across as that. I'm not going to be doing any music videos or anything."
Listen: Robert Pattinson, "Never Think"
don't try to be so modest Bobby, you are totally using 'Twilight' success to promote your music because who else but the millions of of twilighters would buy this? just admit, you've got gumption and this may never release you from tweenie heartthrob status, but could lead you to a Hasselhof legacy.
how many half-filled baskets of eggs can one person carry? I'd say two at the most, but that's not efficient. It's like driving alone in an Expedition. Our basket resources are only so much - one basket per person please, especially if your one basket is half-filled with low quality eggs.
I think that to many people are just RUDE.. Robert Pattinson seems like a nice REAL guy. Not just an other SUPER STAR with the STAR habits. He seems very down to earth. I hope he does become very successful in both acting and music. He is a great actor and wonderful singer. He did not ask for all the attention. He did not ask for the fans, but I think he should have a chance to do great things in his life without people being so rude to him. I think if you can't say anything nice about people you don't know for real you should not say anything at all.. There are enough RUDE people in this world. We can use some people who like to support other even if we don't know them. I support Robert and I hope he does very well in life and NO I am not a crazzzy fan. But I do wish:  ALL THE BEST TO YOU ROBERT!!!
I don't think that Robert Pattison is a "great actor", I think he is an okay actor that earned a part that millions of people already identified with. Their adoration of Edward Cullen was then foisted onto Robert Pattison since he is the one portraying the character. He may one day be a "great actor", that gives us something to look forward to :) As for his music, I don't think many people could honestly say that if they heard this music somewhere else, not knowing who was doing the singing, that they would honestly think it was something they would want to buy. But then again, to each is own ;)
I would presume that the "Haters" have not taken one moment to even listen to his music... I believe he probably has a pretty extensive musical background even before he got into acting...So what if he is more famous now because of it... His music stands for itself and I personally think his music is Amazing. If you have read any of his interviews you would see that he seems pretty uncomfortable with all his fame and I believe His music is his outlet , in which he has nothing to feel uncomfortable about...I think he would make it in music without the Fame...So what if it's an extra bonus...Keep the music coming...You definatley have made a fan out of me...
Can we call him Bob?
So what if Rob gets to use the film as a venue for his music? What could possibly be wrong with that? The guy's got talent. Leave him alone. My only wish is that I could understand the lyrics better. He makes such interesting comments that I think his lyrics would be worth it. Also, I'd enjoy being able to hear some more of his work to get a better grasp of the style and the different themes. (By the way, what's with all the cynicism in some of these comments? Good grief! To be so very jaded at a young age...)
I think Rob's a brilliant actor. Can't believe how he transformed himself to being Edward Cullen, when he wasn't even into the role at the start. That's great acting. As for his singing...he definitely has talent. He's right to use the movie as a venue for his music. Making music as his back up plan shows he's not just talented and intelligent, but can also manage his own career. He seems a lot more grounded and mature than most young actors. Probably the way he was brought up. Anyway, don't mind the cynics and the "haters". I think he has brilliant career ahead of him. Keep it up, Rob.
Kick azz Rob! You're only young once .. act, sing ... play an instrument ...paint on canvas if it makes you happy ... do it all, as much as you can ... be in the moment, and ENJOY it. Who knows, someday you may be the next Jack Nicholson or Marlon Brando ... only much, much cuter. Love ya!
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