Six60 - Eli Paewai

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On October 10th 2011, Six60 released their self-titled debut album which went to NO. 1 on the charts and was certified gold in its first week… Youthline caught up with drummer Eli Paewai.

What made you choose your career path?
I was really crap at shearing sheep!

How influential was / is the support of your friends and family?
Our family and friends have been massive for us, there's been so many times along the way where we've needed help with something or a place to stay and they've been there for us right from the start.

What are some of the struggles you have faced getting to where you are today?
There have been a lot of times where we've been at each other’s throats along the way, and the transition from an amateur band to a proper band threw a lot of challenges our way.

How did you overcome them?
We just had to stick together; if you do that then you're able figure out any obstacles that get thrown at you.

Do you have any advice for young people wanting to get into your line of work?
Don't expect it to be easy, and work your arse off!

What has been your career highlight so far? If you were at Homegrown, that was epic.
What are you currently working on? We’re working on our live performance, getting ready for summer trying to take things to another level.

If you go out socializing, what are some of the things you do to make sure you and your mates stay safe?
Stick together, and have a good time, If you’re not in a good mood, then don't go out, nobody like a buzz kill!

What impact do you think drinking underage and/or taking drugs has on youth?
No matter how invincible you think we are when you’re that young, they'll get the better you at some stage.

Growing up, what lessons did you take on board about drinking and drug use?                                         
Don't be that guy that every laughs at because they can't handle their booze….be the guy that gets all the girls!

Any other words of wisdom to share?
Put a smile on your dial!