The Secret Singer

    By Jacob Goffey

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    01 Apr, 2024

    a boy with green hair standing in front of a crowd of people at a concert with a dj's headphones on, underground comix, a manga drawing, Asaf Hanuka, rossdraws global illumination

    Jacob Shae, only 10, had been chosen for an unimaginable task. He was standing in the backstage, nervously eyeing the crowd.

    a boy with green hair standing in front of a crowd of people at a concert with his hands up, rayonism, a manga drawing, Adam Manyoki, official art

    Earlier that day, he had been approached by the famous singer Shae Jacob. The singer was sick and asked Jacob to replace him.

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    Jacob was dressed up as Sally Green, the girl persona of Shae Jacob. He was nervous but excited about the opportunity.

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    Shae Jacob encouraged Jacob, assuring him that his voice, eerily similar to a girl's, would be perfect for the performance.

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    The crowd roared as Jacob stepped onto the stage. He took a deep breath, gripped the microphone and started singing.

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    Jacob's voice echoed throughout the venue. The audience was captivated. He was doing it, he was actually pulling it off.

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    As Jacob hit the high notes, the crowd erupted in cheers. He was filled with confidence and sang even more passionately.

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    Song after song, Jacob kept the crowd on their feet. He was no longer nervous, instead, he was enjoying every moment.

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    As the last note faded, Jacob took a bow. The crowd cheered wildly, chanting 'Sally Green!' He had done it!

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    Backstage, Shae Jacob hugged Jacob, thanking him for saving the day. Jacob beamed, proud of his accomplishment.

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    Back at home, Jacob couldn't stop smiling. He had not only met his idol but also replaced him on stage.

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    He went to bed that night, knowing he had done something incredible. He was Jacob Shae, the boy who became Sally Green for a night.