Usher shared his insightful advice with his 15-year-old son at ASCAP's Celebration of Rhythm and Soul.
During his acceptance speech after receiving the Voice of Culture Award from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, the 45-year-old singer took a moment to give special recognition to his son, according to a report from People magazine.
Usher's teenage son, Naviyd Raymond, who wants to be a singer, was also present at the event.
The singer noted that he wants his son to be prepared for greatness without forgetting the “humble beginnings we had.”
“When we play in an industry where a lot of times genres that have fed a lot of other genres are used… it kind of takes a backseat,” Usher said.
He continued, “So if anything, I’m encouraging you to understand that the right to be able to start on that line, to begin your journey, is one that can potentially come with judgment because there is some comparison, but you know what?”
“I want you to be great, that’s why I give you the best,” the rapper added.
Additionally, Usher said, “I went through hell to make sure you got off to an amazing start.”
“I love you, son, and I just want you to be great. I want you to be like them. “I want you to be like us.” Love in this club concluded the singer.
