When Did Usher Raymond Start Dancing?
they don’t say when he first learned how to dance, but they do tell you when he began singging: Usher joined his local church choir where he discovered his ability to sing. As early as junior high school, Usher successfully entered local talent shows imitating his idol Michael Jackson. As a pre-teen Usher was a member of a boy band, although his mother (now managing his career) later withdrew him from the group to concentrate on his solo work. At the age of 12, Usher and his family moved to Atlanta, Georgia, in the belief that the city would provide greater opportunities for showcasing his talent. While in Atlanta, Usher attended the Performing Arts Magnet North Springs High School, and participated in show choir. Usher also studied karate under professional wrestler Ernest Miller for four years.
