Who Is the 17-Year-Old Singing Imagine on American Idol?

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The discussion centers around a 17-year-old singer's performance of "Imagine" on American Idol, with participants sharing their reactions, opinions, and experiences related to the performance and the show itself. The scope includes personal impressions, emotional responses, and critiques of the singing style, as well as broader reflections on the nature of talent competitions.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express admiration for the singer's emotional delivery, stating it moved them to tears.
  • Others critique the performance as overly dramatic or lacking in technical skill, suggesting it does not meet professional standards.
  • Several participants share their personal connections to music and how the performance affected them, including comparisons to other artists from different talent shows.
  • There are discussions about the nature of American Idol, with some questioning the talent level of contestants and the show's format.
  • Some participants express a dislike for the song itself, which affects their ability to appreciate the performance.
  • There are humorous exchanges regarding the emotional impact of the performance and the idea of needing alcohol to enhance the listening experience.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally do not reach a consensus, as there are multiple competing views regarding the quality of the performance and the overall talent level of contestants on American Idol. Some express strong positive feelings, while others are critical and dismissive.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying levels of experience with music and performance, which may influence their opinions. There are also references to the rules of the competition regarding amateur status, but some uncertainty exists regarding the authenticity of all contestants.

Who May Find This Useful

Fans of American Idol, those interested in music performance critiques, and individuals who enjoy discussions about talent competitions may find this thread engaging.

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I don't know this kid's name, but last night on American Idol I heard the most amazing version of "Imagine" I've ever heard. This little kid is only 17 years old and he almost made me cry last night.
 
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tribdog said:
I don't know this kid's name, but last night on American Idol I heard the most amazing version of "Imagine" I've ever heard. This little kid is only 17 years old and he almost made me cry last night.

David Archuleta. He was amazing! He did make me cry.
Here is a link to his http://www.americanidol.com/videos/?vid=966&pcs=499"
 
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I work with a bunch of guys who don't watch american idol and I think they think I'm a wuss for bringing it up, but I couldn't stop thinking about that performance. It really blew me away.
Simon Cowell's found a few other people that had that effect on me. check out a couple of people from Britain's Got Talent. Paul Potts and Connie Talbot. They were awesome too.
 
tribdog said:
I work with a bunch of guys who don't watch american idol and I think they think I'm a wuss for bringing it up, but I couldn't stop thinking about that performance. It really blew me away.
Simon Cowell's found a few other people that had that effect on me. check out a couple of people from Britain's Got Talent. Paul Potts and Connie Talbot. They were awesome too.
The first few years American Idol was on I wouldn't watch it thinking it just a fad. The first year I watched was season 3 and I now am hooked. Everyone I work with watches it and that is what we talk about first thing the next morning.
 
Yeah, that was a great performance. He even added his own style to the song and it worked. He has talent, but I can't say it made me cry.

I don't watch the first half of the season of American Idol anymore because some of those performances make me cry. http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x209ez_william-hung-she-bangs-american-ido_fun" that I'm sure many people are already familiar with. Some are much much worse than this. It's heartbreaking.
 
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larkspur said:
David Archuleta. He was amazing! He did make me cry.
Here is a link to his http://www.americanidol.com/videos/?vid=966&pcs=499"

What a POS website. It just says "Loading" and nothing happens.
 
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Great link trib, it works.

Don't like that song at all, so it's hard to really get into it.
 
I love that young man! I want to adopt him and make him my own..
 
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Where is he from? I didn't see it (don't watch AI) but it sounds good. John Lennon is one of my heros/idols. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo that is a half and half of his and Kurt Cobain's faces.
 
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binzing said:
Where is he from? I didn't see it (don't watch AI) but it sounds good. John Lennon is one of my heros/idols. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo that is a half and half of his and Kurt Cobain's faces.

Actually didn't Kurt Cobain only have half a face? Eventually.
 
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He was only found with a small amount of blood coming out of his ear, and was believed to be sleeping at first glance, so no, he never had half a face.
 
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This kid is so heavily over-emoting "Imagine" that I find it sickening. Sorry, fans. I have played and sung music for decades (and have been paid for doing so) and this kid wouldn't have earned more than a a cursory set at the blues/rock jams that I've hosted, nor would I have entertained incorporating him into any band. This is really BAD.

What is Idol about anyway? Collecting a bunch of wannabe's and eventually selecting the candidate that appears to suck less than the others?
 
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The only semi-talent to have come from AI is Chris Daughtry (IMO)
 
  • #15
Ugh...I don't like his performance at all! If he's "the one to beat" then the rest of the competition must be absolutely dreadful. His range seems limited (seemed to flatten out some parts of the song rather than reach for the notes that would have made it interesting to listen to), his voice is overly breathy, and why can't he pronounce any Ds or Ls at the end of words? He dropped every one of them it seemed, like he has some sort of speech impediment...really annoying trait for a singer. If he keeps taking voice lessons, he might have some potential, but he's really not at a professional level at all right now.
 
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For the most part all of the participants are amateurs. They may have been paid to sing at some point, such as in a small band etc. Yet the rules of the show do not allow anyone who has ever signed and performed under a contract to enter the competition.

I like it because it is one of the few programs left on prime time television that is truly suitable for the entire family.

The average viewing audience is about 30,000,000
 
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edward said:
For the most part all of the participants are amateurs.
Still, they're competing for a record contract, aren't they? So, they need to compete at a professional level, and not like a bunch of kids who couldn't even win a high school variety show competition.

They may have been paid to sing at some point, such as in a small band etc. Yet the rules of the show do not allow anyone who has ever signed and performed under a contract to enter the competition.
I think there was some rumors recently that they weren't actually all amateurs. But, I don't remember where I heard them. Maybe contestants were kicked out or something...this isn't high on my list of things to pay close attention to, just recall hearing some glimpse of something probably while flipping channels.

I like it because it is one of the few programs left on prime time television that is truly suitable for the entire family.
On that account, I agree. It's unfortunate, but I guess no worse than The Gong Show or Star Search when I was a kid/teen.
 
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You people are nuts. That is an amazing performance. Keep listening to it, it gets better after about the thirtieth or fortieth time. You people have no souls
 
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I'm so with you on that one tribdog! I have played and sung for many years too, but there is a giant difference when you do it in front of a camera, and a group of people who are very critical of you.
 
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tribdog said:
You people are nuts. That is an amazing performance. Keep listening to it, it gets better after about the thirtieth or fortieth time.
Will it get better faster if I have a beer each time I listen to it? I also agree with Turbo that he made it overly melodramatic...I don't even think the guy "gets" the point of the song. He's so focused on a technical performance and is missing feeling what the song is really about...he makes it sound sad, and it's supposed to be hopeful.

You people have no souls

Well, that was a given. :wink: I don't think John Lennon worried about having one either, given the lyrics of the song. :biggrin:
 
  • #22
I have never, ever been able to watch American Idol. I would rather gouge out my eyes than listen to pop music.
 

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