It’s an open knowledge that Sanjaya Malakar has created an impact in this year’s American Idol, much to the dismay of a whole segment of Idol watchers, and some of the Idol finalist included. Normally, and expectedly, none of this year’s idol finalist would include Sanjaya on their list of favorite singers, but Jordin Sparks is singing a whole new tune this time around…and it’s a good thing. The Associated Press reports:
Until now, when asked her favorite male singers, Jordin Sparks topped the list with John Mayer and Justin Timberlake. But, the effervescent new “American Idol” champ said Wednesday, she’s got another name to add: Sanjaya Malakar.
“He had so much guts,” the 17-year-old “American Idol” winner told The Associated Press. “He had so much strength. He got a lot of criticism, but for him to go out on that stage and hold his head high … I really look up to him for that. He’s just an amazing kid.”
Hahaha Jordin calling Sanjaya a kid. By the way, they’re both 17.
The caricature of Sanjaya Malakar is on a 9×11 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as Sanjaya’s amazing hair and his amazing smile. This is a great item for any Sanjaya fans or VFTW fans to own. You can place on your wall, but it will not sprout new hairstyles every day. Remember, this is the only copy of the caricature, so after this one is sold, there won’t be another opportunity to get it. It’s a great way to remember season 6 of American Idol and makes a great gift. It’s now on eBay. So far, caricature has the highest bid among the other IDOL caricatures. Its current bid is at US$ 330.00. (Wow Sanjaya does shave a lot of fans). To think, the paper where the caricature was drawn on is already wrinkled, still the bidders don’t care. Perhaps Sanjaya is the real American Idol this year.
The caricature of Blake Lewis is on a 7×9 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as Blake’s argyle vests and grandpa pants. This is a great item for any Blake fans or VFTW fans to own. This is the only copy of the caricature, so after this one is sold, there won’t be another opportunity to get it. Currently being auctioned at eBay, end time is on May 30, 2007.
The caricature of LaKisha Jones is on a 7×9 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as LaKisha’s tooth gap and her dress from Latin music night. This is a great item for any LaKisha fans or VFTW fans to own. This piece is auctioned at eBay, current bid is 22US$, auction ends on May 30th.
The caricature of Sundance Head is on a 9×11 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as Sundance’s chest hair and his weird looking beard. This is a great item for any Sundance fans or VFTW fans to own. This is the only copy of the caricature, so after this one is sold, there won’t be another opportunity to get it. Currently auctioned at Ebay, deadline is on May 30, 2007. Current bid is 31US$.
The caricature of Antonella Barba is on a 9×11 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as the shirt Antonella wore for her first semifinal performance. This is a great item for any Antonella fans or VFTW fans to own. It’ s now on Ebay, current bid is 61US$, deadline on May 30, 2007. Get it if you want an Antonella remembrance
The caricature of Phil Stacey is on a 9×11 inch piece of white drawing paper. It was hand sketched with such detail as Phil’s vampire-like physique and his country night outfit. This is a great item for any Phil fans or VFTW fans to own. This is the original caricature, and no copies were made, so you will own the only copy ever drawn. It will also come signed by the artist, the wonderfully talented Laura Hawbaker. Currently auctioned at eBay, current bid is 51US$, deadline is on May 30, 2007
There was a time, I packed my dreams away
Livin’ in a shelf, hidin’ from my self
There was a time, when I was so afraid
Thought I’d reach the end, baby that was then But I am made of more than my yesterdays
Chorus:
This is my now
And I am really in the moment
As I look around
I can’t believe the love I see
My fears behind me
Gone are the shadows and doubts
That was then
This is my now
And I have a courage like never beforeyeah
I settled for less, now I’m ready for more
Ready for more
Jordin! Jordin! Jordin! Okay okay, i was very much rooting for Blake Lewis, I’m still a Blaker Girl all the way…but i should be happy for the 17-year old from Glendale, Arizona. Afterall, she had the better vocals. Let’s give her the title.
This year’s finale episode was not that good compared to the finale’s of previous years. I call this year’s finale “dry”. Of course it’s relative. But really, the numbers weren’t that so great. No offense to the Golden Idols, I think they’re great. It’s just that, the overall presentation was dry and tamed and gloomy and what not. Where have all the sparkling lights gone? And the confetti when Jordin was announced winner? Seriously, I watched all the AI finale episodes, and this one was rather on the average side, as far as impact is concerned. Whatever…
Here were the production numbers (as far as I can remember):
-“I Saw her Standing There” number by Blake and Jordin
-Gwen Stefani song number
-Kelly Clarkson sang “Never Again”
-Best Presentation Awardfor Margaret Fowler (the big old lady known for wearing the yellow suit that makes her similar to BIG BIRD)
-Top 6 boys, song number with Smokey Robinson
Barry B. ,Doug E. Fresh, Blake Lewis beatboxing. (I love Blaaaaaaaaaaake!!!!!!)
-Most Original VocalAward for Sholandric Stallworth
-Top 6 Girls, song number with Ms. Gladys Knight
-(by the way, some known celebs in the audience were: Justin Guarini, Constantine Maroulis, Ace Young, Jennifer Hudson, David Hasslehoff, etc…)
-Tony Bennett song number (For Once In My Life)
-Best BuddiesAward for Jonathan and Kenneth
-Melinda Doolittle sang with BeBe and CeCe Winans
-Carrie Underwood sang “I’ll Stand by You”
-Clive Davis (gave a speech that actually went nowhere)
-The African Children’s Choir
-Comedic tribute to Sanjaya Malakar, and he sang “You Really Got Me” with another appearance of Ashley, the crying girl. ( I loved the airblowin’)
-Green Day performs
-Taylor Hicks performs with the harmonica. Awesome! Yeahhhh!!!
-Song number by Jordin Sparks and Ruben Studdard
-Bette Middler sang “Wind Beneath My Wings”
-Song Medley by Kelly Clarkson, Taylor Hicks, Carrie Underwood, Ruben Studdard
