Posted on 05/20/2009 8:54:44 PM PDT by CMoran325
Newsweek speculated that there was a Christian voting bloc that would affect the outcome of the American Idol finale -- and others pondered that there might be an anti-gay backlash against Adam. (Although no one but he knows for sure what his true inclinations are...)
I'm not going to suggest that there wasn't a whole bunch of conservative folks voting for Kris -- I'm certain there were, considering that Idol is one of the few shows that (for the most part) is family friendly and appeals to all ages. But honestly that would be a "Pro-Kris" vote, not an "Anti-Adam" vote.
Adam obviously was the more talented singer, with much greater range, and was more of a flamboyant showman. We know there is a contingent out there that likes that sort of performance -- David Cook was the more edgy performer and he prevailed. (Although that, arguably, may have been Revenge of the Rockers, inspired by the early exit of Chris Daughtry the previous season.)
But Kris was more universally appealing, and he also performed on both guitar and piano. When he was done with a song, everyone in the room could at least say -- well, that was nice, and often even more. With Adam, as much as I admired his vocal talents, I often fast-forwarded through the last minute of his performances. It was all too much, and I'm sure there were many others who felt that same way. And many were probably baffled by some of his performances. ("Ring of Fire" anyone?!)
But I truly believe that the tipping point for this contest had to be the female tweenage fans of the show. They were heart-broken last season when David Archuleta lost to the more talented edgy guy, and they were NOT going to let it happen this time! What else did they have to do last night? I would venture that many dialed, got through, hit flash, hit redial, got through, flash, redial, got through, flash, redial... For four... straight... hours.
In one way that bothered me this season -- that more talented singers were losing out to a teen heart-throb. But if that's what it took for the underdog -- the wholesome, came-out-of-nowhere boy next door -- to defeat the affectatious darling of the entertainment crowd and the media... Well, so be it. And maybe today's youth isn't as dumb as I thought.
Adam will still be huge. He didn't need to win. Plus, he can console himself: He never has to sing that "No Boundaries" song ever again!
Congratulations, Kris! May your career shine as brightly as your smile, and your life be filled with even more of the joy that is apparent with your wife and family.
Are you 100% sure that they were chicks?
No. It was Arkansas voters that propelled him to the title. According to local Fox affiliate, 38m of those 100m came from AR alone. Their local AT&T confirmed this.
If anyone suggests that it is unfair to let one state dominate the vote, reply to them that AI should just adopt the electoral college model...that would make a liberal AI fan's head explode.
BTW, I thought Adam had more talent but Kris won fair and square by the rules in place.
ha ha — funny idea Cooter!
Guess I have to admit my “theory” was wrong — the great state of Arkansas made the difference.
Have they said what the margin of victory was?
Yeah , did you see the look on Cowell's face?
Cowell, who just sat there while everyone else gave Allen a standing ovation, is probably the biggest loser in all this, but then he can console himself with Susan Boyle...LOL
You are very correct that Adam did not expose his seemy side in his appearance on AI.
HOWEVER, pictures of his seemy side are posted all over the internet. Including public performances in metalic minis and 6’ platform high heels. Also some “over-exposure.” Various body paint and wild outfits that would fit right in at an SF Pride Parade.
The folks watching AI doing the voting are very internet savvy. No way a great number of them were not aware of this pics.
What does any of that have to do with his singing ability?
That's the beauty of Kris....he's not looking for greatness...he'll enjoy his time in the spot-light, and when it's over, he'll be just as happy and content to return home to the love of family and friends, and chalk it all up to a very nice experience....then move on to a fulfilling life of peace, love, happiness, and contentment with his beautiful young wife, probably starting their family, etc. He'll do just fine.
What audacity to pretend you know who he is...what makes him tick..and what he will or will not be happy with. Unless you are a friend or relative, you just posted the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever read on FR.
And in case you need to be reminded..this is a SINGING CONTEST...Not Mr. America...
Hildy you are dead on. It was a show. All are actors. All should remember that. I watched fifteen minutes of the whole season — just the last of it. I was amazed at the force and depth of Adam’s voice. He could be great, if he got some humility. Kris? Very nice story line, and an appealing voice. All so well-marketed!
Adam will sell more to his market as the loser, and Kris more as the winner. Very shrewd. I’m impressed.
Hey! Go take a chill pill for crimany's sake!
Don’t listen to Hildy — I think you are dead-spot-on.
You don’t have to be a close friend to be able to make an educated guess like that.
I think he will indeed be happy with whatever happens - this whole experience has been icing on a great cake.
Thank you! Thank you very much!
Sorry. But what you wrote was ridiculous.
Then why are you sorry?
I’m not...
You may not be sorry, and I could care less as to whether or not you were, but you most assuredly Madam...are shallow!
There you go again..you sure think you know a lot about people...I bet you’re not very popular.
What audacity to pretend you know anything about me! I’ll have you know I’m have all the popularity I can handle...and THEN some! LOL!
Here’s the difference, Mary Jean...You stated with arrogant surety that you knew these things...and you stated I am shallow. I said that I BET you aren’t too popular...and I stand by it. People just don’t like people like you.
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