King Moore is an entertainer and recording artist who has accomplished quite a bit in his career thus far. The 10-year-old has released several records, a mixtape, has appeared on shows like, “America’s Got Talent”, a film, and is also involved in meaningful philanthropic work, all while remaining a kid and participating in regular activities children enjoy.
He is very talented, well spoken, and is in tune with everything he has going on, which can be credited to his parents, who are actively involved in helping him become a well-rounded individual.
During our discussion, King and I spoke about how he got started in entertainment and the importance of keeping one’s word, overcoming jitters during season 20 of “America’s Got Talent”, his single “Ayesha” and Another Bad Creation, his “Kicks 2 Grow” foundation, and more. The future is looking bright for King.
Tell me a little about yourself. What grade are you in and how is school going for you?
I am in fourth grade right now and I am homeschooled. I love homeschool because I can be a kid. I can go to the trampoline park at whatever time after I have finished my work. I can also go to parkour class, go ride my skateboard, ride my bike, or go to the pool. It’s super fun. I can even go to Universal Studios! We are in Los Angeles.
Break down how you got started in the business.
So, let me take you way back. When I was three years old, my mom and dad bought me a smart TV and a tablet. My favorite app was YouTube, of course. I loved to watch music videos from people like Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, Drake, Bruno Mars, Justin Bieber, and Soulja Boy. I wanted to be just like them, but all of them combined. Then, I went to my dad and asked him if I could be a recording artist. He laughed so hard and said no at first, but he told me to wait two years and come back when I was five with that same energy.
So, on my fifth birthday, he asked me what I wanted to do for my birthday and I was like, “You know! You said you was going to help me!” He was like, “WHAT?!” I said, “You said you were going to help me be a recording artist, actor, and dancer.” He forgot. He told me to wait two years so I could forget. But, he really didn’t forget because my dad has great memory but he act like he never said that so he wasn’t keeping his word. Then, I used his words against him because he had been going on and on and teaching me how a man has to keep his word. So, when you say you’re going to do something, you have to do it! Look at me now!
Awesome, man. How did that process go in regard to making music with your father helping you out? You are involved in quite a few different endeavors.
I take vocal, piano, and acting lessons and I take parkour lessons for stunts. I have this whole whiteboard of things that have to check off. It says media, media questions, dance class, acting, vocal lessons, writing, manifestation, and prayer, etc. Like everything.
Hmm. That is a lot of work! I know you are young and you have a lot of energy but that is still quite a bit to take on. How are you going about balancing everything?
Well, being homeschooled definitely helps because since I get my work done quickly, I can do other things like opening Pokemon cards. I love Pokemon. I can go play football, or ride my bike, or go to the trampoline. I’m still a kid so that is how I am balancing it all out. I am doing what I love and also having fun doing it.
Absolutely! Tell me a little bit about “America’s Got Talent” and your experience working on that show.
As you know, everybody says it is the biggest stage in America, so of course I had the jitters before I went on but when I saw the people saying, “You got this!” and all of the positivity and good energy from everyone, the jitters just flew out of me. When I see my parents being very proud of me and I see that they are happy, I get even more crunk because I’m proud of myself too.
Speaking of your parents and family being your support system, what are some of the things they tell you to keep you encouraged?
They tell me to always follow my dreams and to stay positive. We wrote this song called, “Brand New” and it is about never listening to the naysayers and to just keep going straight and never let people get under your skin.
Got you. One of your songs that caught my attention in particular is “Ayesha”, which samples “Iesha” by Another Bad Creation. When I was a kid, ABC’s version was a big hit. How did that song come about?
All I see is fighting and arguing so I am trying to teach the boys and men to treat a girl or woman nicely and to compliment them. I love ABC’s song “Iesha”! (Sings) “Ieshaaaaaa, you are the girl that I never had….” I love that part.
OK, let’s talk a little bit about your “Brand New World Global Campaign”.
So, my foundation is called “Kicks 2 Grow” and I have created this foundation because I love shoes, I love how shoes give you confidence, and I want other kids around the world to have confidence too. My parents always taught me to give back and the more you give, the more blessings you receive. Then, I started this global initiative called the “Brand New World Global Campaign”, named after my song, “Brand New”. It all got started when I was invited to this international unity project in Moscow, Russia. There were 16 young and talented artists from all around the world and they loved my song so much, they were singing it everywhere!
They were singing it at breakfast time, lunch time, dinner time, on our tour around the city of Moscow, at our vocal lessons, like everywhere! Then, I asked them if I could remake the song in their native language and they said, “Yes”. So now, I have ten different versions of my song with these young and talented artists from all around the world. My goal is to raise enough money, travel to these countries, and meet up with these artists to discuss what organizations and charities they think is important in their countries that we should donate to.
Great. As an actor, you have a film under your belt so far. What was it like working on the film, “Cora Bora” as Langdon?
Ooooooh! That movie was fun because we were on this airplane, like a fake airplane. I was like the life of the party. I was telling jokes and I had my own chair with “King” on it. It was very cool, like super cool! My favorite part about being on set is being in front of the camera and also being behind the camera because I also would like to executive produce, direct, and record my own movies. That is one of my goals too.
What have you learned so far in reference to being on both sides of the camera?
Hmmm. Let me think about that. Let’s say, like all the different angles and all the lighting. They have this little blanket that gives a shadow on your face and you can do the highlighting on your camera, like 4K or like 6K, like all this crazy stuff, but it’s very fun to learn new things.
Right. Tell me a little bit about “N9ne The Collection”.
Oooh, so yeah. My album. “N9ne The Collection” is about when I turned nine. It is a mixtape, you know? I had never done a mixtape before, so I wanted to put one out. I wanted to remake a lot of the songs from all of the greats, you know? You know how back in the days where these people had mixtapes and CDs? I just wanted to bring that back.
And you have turned that into a clothing line as well?
Oh, yes sir! I have merch on that and I have my own book about it that you guys can go to my site and purchase. It is a whole book that you can read and see these new words.
Okay. So, following your dreams, you have accomplished quite a bit so far at the age of ten. What do you want to do next?
I want to have my own TV show, tour around the world and sell out stadiums, star in many movies, and I want to perform the national anthem at all major sports games in one year. Also, I want to executive produce and direct my own movies.
What type of show would you like to have? What would you like it to center around?
I would say comedy and serious. I would like it to be in a school, you know, like “Bel-Air”.
Whether it be music, movies, or being on stage, what has been the most the favorite moment to date?
Probably when I got invited to the White House to speak on gun violence prevention under the Biden and Kamala Harris administration, because in like 2024, there were a lot of school shootings. I made a song called “Safe at School” just to tell adults to lock up their guns so kids can’t reach or steal it from them. Kids just want to get an education and do what they want to do without having to worry about someone shooting up their school.
Awesome, man. Lastly, tell me something about yourself that most people don’t know.
I’m a great stand-up comedy dude. I love comedy, you know?! I love talking about real life stories. That is a secret gift that I have. Stand-up comedy.
To keep up with King Moore, visit him on Instagram and TikTok @kingmoore___ or online at www.kingmooreworld.com. To donate to his “Kicks 2 Grow” foundation, visit www.kicks2grow.com and click the donation link to help and support the Brand New World Global Campaign.
Photo by M.Francke Photography
Words + Interview by Tyrone Davis
