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The Downey Legend

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The Downey Legend

Five Questions with Derek Smith (D-reck)

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Q1: What sparked your interest in the music industry?

A1: Well, literally my whole family is in to music: my mom, dad, cousins, everyone, so it was hard not to become interested in it.

 

Q2: Where has your music career taken you?

A2: Definitely it’s taking me places. I have come out in music videos, and a movie, as well as my own music videos. My music has also led me to meet several famous people like Nick Cannon, YG, Tyga, and New Boys.

 

Q3: When the going gets tough, who do you look to for support?

A3: I definitely go to my family for support, especially my older sister. They put a lot of time and money into me and always keep my head up no matter what goes on.

 

Q4: Why did you choose to compose a song about Jabari Ruffin?

A4: Our age group does some impressive things, like Jabari Ruffin for example. After Mr. Harris asked me to write a song for him, I accepted and began composing. Growing up with him, I realized he was not a friend—he was family, so the song became even that much more important for me to compose.

Q5: What are some of the obstacles you have had to overcome?

A5: The biggest obstacle I’ve had to overcome with my music was breaking up my group and having to start over by myself. Another obstacle would be threats. I’ve had anywhere from very serious threats to minor ones simply saying they want to beat me up. I feel like these won’t keep me from composing my music. I want to be famous and have my music heard.

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Kimberly Dominguez
Kimberly Dominguez, News Editor
Seventeen-year-old Kimberly Dominguez is an avid writer and the News Editor at The Downey Legend. Although Dominguez has always enjoyed writing, it wasn’t until her teachers recommended her to expand on her writing skills that she decided to join the Online Newspaper. It is her first year on staff but she is enthusiastic about her position and she states, “I want to put my very best effort in my work.” Aside from writing, Dominguez also enjoys playing softball and drawing. Friendly and optimistic, she believes that no dream is too difficult for anyone, and therefore is intolerant of low self-esteem in others. The News Editor values and cherishes family and lives by the advice her parents have given her: “Keep moving on. Clocks keep ticking and time will never stop for you.” After high school, Dominguez plans on going to a state college in California and then hopes to transfer to a UC college after a couple of years. She aims to work in the Behavioral Analyst Unit for the FBI, where she can question criminals and learn more about their thoughts. She is preparing for this by studying Psychology, and she is also taking Sociology and Philosophy. Another dream of hers is to open a humane animal shelter with plenty of play areas and no metal cages. In the meantime, Dominguez hopes to express her writing skills through The Downey Legend and enjoy her last year at Downey High.    

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