American Idol February 21st  “Of The Dozen, Whom Do You Remember”  2/22/06

By Marcus

Twelve women wanted to “wow us” in tonight’s competition. Did they “wow” you? Let's do a quick recap.

             Tennessee Mandisa has the voice but does she have the figure? Yeah, I know that the voice and the talent are really supposed to count, but what about the looks? Is the youth market ready for a full-figured idol? If so, then Mandisa could be the winner.

            Wholesome and “ah shucks” Kellie’s voice is just too soft. Her struggle to achieve something special in her life makes her very appealing. But it was her misfortune to follow the Mandisa’s performance and in doing so, she was just overwhelmed in comparison.

            Gorgeous twin Becky excites us with her dangerous vamp heat. She has all the right moves but her voice is tepid. If she could just somehow allow herself to really sing, she could have a real chance.. But right now tonight, she is like a beautifully wrapped Christmas  gift with nothing inside.

            Ayla the hoop player has learned from the judge’s comments and suggestions, but she needs to find her stride quickly. Or, she will be quickly off the court.

            Seventeen year old Paris is a juicy Georgia peach. Blessed by the gods with singing talent and natural stage presence, she had the audience clapping, dancing, and wanting more. What more could be asked?

            Opera diva Stevie has a trained professional sounding voice, but no electricity.

            With enough ego to raise the Titanic, snarling and always posing Brenda tried to show us a more gentle side. She failed. We want the attitude. Come on, girl, slash us.

            Blonde Heather’s inviting smile could not save her from playing it too safe. She didn’t keep our interest and may have earned herself a ticket home.

            Beauty pageant contestant Melissa sang well, but she just stood there like a popsicle stick. It was as if the stage was so frightening, that she hid within herself. She needs to find that inner self-confidence or she will be gone.

            They tell us that Lisa Tucker is only sixteen years old. Like we believe that!

Lisa has the voice, the looks, and the confidence. That girl owned the stage and the audience alike. From the first time she sang, you knew she had the “it” factor. And she does not disappoint. You know, maybe she is hosting the spirits of past singers? Those incredible stars whose lives and songs made us feel special. Yeah, that’s it. That is what makes her so incredibly talented. Otherwise, it would be impossible to think of her as being just sixteen years old.

            Kinnik’s voice was good but I can’t remember what she sang.

            San Francisco Katherine sang to my heart. She belonged on stage.

            So, that is the twelve who wanted to entertain and excite us. But did they?

Who do you remember of the twelve? For me, only a few have left an impression that made me to hear more. Those are: Mandisa, Paris, and Lisa.

And you?

see also:

2/2/06 American Idol February 1st “Where is the Talent In Austin?”

2/1/06 American Idol, January 31, 2006 "Gambling for the Big Jackpot in Las Vegas

1/25/06 American Idol January 24th “Getting Lucky in Greensboro”

1/19/06 American Idol January 18th “Singing for high stakes in Denver”

1/18/06 American Idol January 17th Part 1 “So many big dreamers and so little talent”