Cheering for an American Idol

I must admit that before this season, I was never interested in American Idol. It seemed too pop culture; the kids could sing someone else’s lyrics, big deal. But this season I got into it early – having 2 channels narrows down what you can watch on a Tuesday night, and American Idol seemed as good as anything. I’d get some good conversations at work at the very least.

In the top 24 I noticed Jordin Sparks, a young kid with a big voice. I was immediately impressed, but it seemed like the masses tended to forget her, preferring early favorites Melinda and LaKisha. It wasn’t until the British Invasion week that people started giving her credit.

It’s great that they did, too! She’s got such a talent, and she’s so young – she has her whole career ahead of her and there’s no doubt she’ll be a success. I’m cheering her to make it to the finals, and even though Miss Doolittle will likely take the win, Jordin’s music career is going to be a great one.