He is another entertainment figure ready to support. Nene Royal or Praew Rattikan Amloy a 16-year-old female youth artist from Phuket, one of the contestants on America’s Got Talent on NBC America. For the famous folk singer Add Carabao, who recently donated 1 million baht to Nene to help cover travel costs to compete in America, but was criticized by netizens for supposedly riding the wave.
Recently, Add Carabao attended the CONCERT FOR GUITARKING LAM MORRISON 2026 to send support to the legendary rock master “Laem Morrison” at the Tawandang German Restaurant. He opened up about his feelings toward Nene.
How do you feel about young Nene?
“Actually, earlier I swore because there were rude people calling me a jerk for riding Nene’s wave, saying I’m old and shameless. So I slipped up, but it’s okay. Nene is truly a genius kid. What I really admire is the faith her parents have, especially her father, Narong, who has helped her develop her musical talent to this day. I also have to praise Nene for her own efforts in practicing.”
“I talked with Nene’s teacher and many people who know her. They said she is very hardworking. At first, she didn’t even think about playing guitar, but once she started, her father fully supported her. When she first performed on stage and hardly anyone watched, her father stood there cheering and dancing. That was during the COVID period and it was very touching.”
“I want the nation’s youth and all parents to follow the example of Narong and the Amloy family, who have helped their daughter become a representative of Thailand, like Lisa. But Lisa might have been produced or trained in Korea.
But Nene was produced by her father, a true Thai from the South, “Hoi Jang Hoo.” She’s been able to become a leading figure. Today, Nene has already won; America’s Got Talent is too small for her. She has won the hearts of the world and the Thai people. She represents Thai people who will bring fame back to Thailand and help the world know Thailand better.”
You wrote a song for her too. Did it take long to compose?
“I wrote it quickly, but it took longer to produce because the other artists are busy. Pan had to fly back from Australia, Ted flew in from Japan. I had to wait, but in the end, it was completed and I’m happy to have done it.”
You gave her 1 million baht for travel expenses?
“Yes. I’ve traveled to America before and know it’s difficult—over 20 hours of travel. I wanted her to fly first class, with tickets so she and her parents could sleep. One million baht isn’t enough, but many others helped, especially the CP Group chairman who is sponsoring her education and album production. I’m happy for Nene. The chairman is amazing.”
Was there drama accusing you of riding her wave?
“I don’t know about that. But whenever I post about Nene on Facebook, there are comments saying I’m old and still riding a kid’s wave (laughs).”
Does it ever get you down, doing good but facing criticism?
“I just let it go. It passes.”
Were the insults harsh?
“I don’t care. Enough about that. Tonight at 11 p.m., watch for the MV release. I’ll sing live first, then the MV will have two parts: the first with me and Pan singing, and the second with rock artists playing guitars and singing. All the artists are involved.”
This was made for Narong and Nene (pointing to his shirt), but it didn’t arrive in time. I thought Nene would fly from Bangkok, but she flew from Phuket, so I couldn’t send it on time. I told them it’s okay, she can wear it tonight and we’ll auction it to raise funds.”
Finally, any words of encouragement for Nene?
“Nene is already talented. I want her to believe in herself and in all the Thai people sending their support. The spirit of the Thai people is the power that will let Nene shred her guitar without fear. She’s a superhero for the Thai people today.”
Given how successful Nene is, do you want to see more young talents like her?
“I want the lesson from her family to be one for all families with children: use time productively. Music is one path. If parents support their kids, they can be like Nene.”},{
“Eventually, this kid could make more money than Carabao because she’s growing up abroad. I encouraged her to go to America and want her to work and produce music there. Her English is excellent, and her guitar skills don’t need coaching. She’s like the god Arjun or Lee Gim Huang, never missing a target (smiles). Nene never misses a note or a target on guitar.”
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