Farewell American Idol

Source: http://www.hulu.com/american-idol

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*Note: There were a number of contestants unable to be involved in the Idol finale. Some of those absences were disappointing, but it must have been a nightmare trying to organize so many different people and schedules into two hours of television. I am squelching my feelings and focusing on the positive in this post.

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Going into the Idol finale, I knew I would be emotional, but I didn’t realize the tears would fall so soon. Familiar faces from past seasons appeared during the opening song, and the floodgates were open. In that moment I buckled my seatbelt and prepared for a two-hour storm of nostalgia. The majority of the show was dedicated to a flow of performances by contestants and judges. I really like that the contestants were mixed rather than organized by season. It was fantastic to hear duets and groups that I would never have dreamed of seeing perform. Even Larry Platt (“Pants on the Ground”), Sanjaya Malakar, and William Hung made an appearance. I died from laughter when I realized Sanjaya was moving around the audience and wearing different wigs. 😂 Of course the original judges had to make an appearance: Paula, Randy, & Simon, the trio that started it all. Judges come and go, but they will always be the most memorable panel. I noticed that the current judges were very emotional throughout the night. It’s hard to say goodbye to the show, but I think it had more to do with the slew of past contestants & winners making an appearance. This show has been on the air for 15 seasons, and the numerous performances proved that more times than not, the judges and voters got it right. Not every contestant made it to the pinnacle of fame, but they are spread out all over the world of music sharing their unique gifts. Last but not least, America found out who the final “American Idol” is. The winner is… Trent Harmon!! Even though I was rooting for La’Porsha, Trent is incredibly talented. I wish both of them nothing but the best. I believe both of them can go very far in the music industry.

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Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4eWXM5CYFU

🎶 Uh oh… here come the waterworks!! 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kkgz31z3IJE

🎶 This song was performed by the original top 2 Justin Guarini and Kelly Clarkson. One boy & one girl. Bookends!! 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jNCX5cgfiY

🎶 “I have won and I have lost. I got it right sometimes, but sometimes I did not. Life’s been a journey. I’ve seen joy, I’ve seen regret. Oh and You have been my God through all of it.” Sing Colton Sing! 🎶

– Kelly Clarkson Medley –

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1PEC1yVCAE

🎶 Chris Daughtry, one of my favorite voices EVER. 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiCz05ZY7Nc

– Country Medley –

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8_BYnpJhAo

🎶 How adorable is she?? Such a beautiful voice! 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQHdMkaJnv8

🎶 I didn’t know I needed a Casey James & Katharine McPhee duet, but I did. One of my favorite parts of the show. 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A42LQdytWdY

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCHJ5Qm8NuY

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txFl3teEUJY

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzNu26Z3JrY&nohtml5=False

🎶 These are my boys!! I’ve always felt that the singer-songwriters from “American Idol” were underrated. 🎶

– Gag Reel –

– Original Judges Reunite –

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWjnS31C_hY&nohtml5=False

🎶 Oh. My. Gosh. 🎶

– Ford Memories –

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfJiBg8r95g&nohtml5=False

🎶 I see you mouthing “Praise the Lord” at the end. Preach girl preach!! 🎶

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4t267JTtalw

🎶 Once again, congratulations Trent!! 🎶

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*Note: The videos that are missing will be posted once I find them on Youtube.

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I didn’t start watching this show until season 6, but it impacted my life long before then and continues to do so. I have owned Chris Daughtry, David Archuleta, David Cook, Kelly Clarkson, and Lee Dewyze CDs. My ipod playlist has included Angie Miller, Carrie Underwood, Colton Dixon, Jason Castro, Jordin Sparks, Kris Allen, and Phillip Phillips. My diary (2006-2014) is full of “American Idol” predictions & celebrations. I still own Kelly Clarkson’s album “Breakaway” on CD. Over the past decade, I have played that thing to death. Watching Kelly’s medley tonight, I was reminded of just how talented and special she is. She was a huge part of my childhood, and I will forever be grateful that she took a chance and auditioned for a brand new reality competition TV show.

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Farewell American Idol!! Your legacy lives on in the careers of the numerous stars you have produced.

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