Simplify the following text for a Grade 7 native English-speaking person.
Original: Despite the setback , Hamasaki stated that she wished to continue singing , and that she would `` not give up '' on her fans and that `` as a professional '' , she wanted to `` deliver the best performance for everyone '' .
Simplified: Hamasaki stated that she wants to continue singing . She said that she would `` not give up '' on her fans and that `` as a professional '' , she wanted to `` deliver the best performance for everyone '' .