i can give you all the facts abuot everybody's favorate idol, clay aiken. i go to his church and live in his neighborhood. Here are a few facts about clay, have fun!
Do you have a job?
CAP MR/DD worker. I work with a 13-year old young man with autism.
Do you have any formal singing training?
Occasional coaching for auditions.
Where have you performed before?
School functions in high school. Host of the North Carolina Music Connection.
When did you first start to sing?
I've been singing for as long as I can remember. My mother would say I've been singing since 18 months.
What is the last concert you went to?
James Taylor.
What other talents do you have?
I can turn both of my feet around backwards.
If you don't make it on AMERICAN IDOL, what will you do?
Prepare for graduation and a career teaching students with special needs.
What are your goals in life?
Success, happiness, stability. I would love to be known as a generous and selfless person.
What is in your CD player right now?
"This Is Who I Am" by Jody McBrayer.
Who is your AMERICAN IDOL?
My mother is the strongest person I know.
Favorite male pop artist?
Jon Secada or Peter Cetera.
Favorite female pop artist?
Country crossovers like Shania Twain and Faith Hill.
Favorite album?
I LOVE James Taylor's "Hourglass."
Who in the music world do you think your style is most like?
A little Harry Connick, Jr., a little Elton John, a little Jon Secada.
If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?
I wish I could draw like my friend Meredith. Even her handwriting is art!
What is your definition of an AMERICAN IDOL?
Someone with a talent that leaves a mark on American society and inspires people to think, feel, love, act.
Do you think the audition process was fair?
Tough, but fair. I probably would have voted a different way a few times, but the judges' jobs were very tough. VERY.
Who is your favorite judge and why?
Randy. He is probably the best at giving truly constructive criticism.
Who is your least favorite judge and why?
I'm not stupid enough to answer this question.
What advice do you have for other hopefuls?
Believe in yourself and practice, practice, practice.
Who did you think was going to win last season?
Probably Tamyra.