So, apparently, there's some "scandal" surrounding top 24 finalist Carly Smithson (otherwise known as The Irish Girl Whose Husband's Face is Covered in Tattoos). The deal is, Ms. Smithson has already had a failed record deal with label MCA, under the name Carly Hennessey (her maiden name). Message boards for AI fans are going crazy bashing Carly and demanding she be replaced with fake British-accented whiner Josiah (which, hello? Carly's a GIRL. Although the way Josiah cried all over everyone, I wouldn't be surprised to find out he's a girl too.)
Does this taint the show's premise of finding the best "undiscovered" talent in America?Is it not fair that Carly was allowed in while another girl who didn't have a previous contract was passed over? I have to say, I don't really get what all the fuss is about. Carly is certainly not the first person to be put in the top 24 with previous recording experience, and that includes first-ever winner Kelly Clarkson. Anyone who is a fan of this show knows it's not about finding the best singer. It's about putting on a good show. American Idol exists solely to create revenue. It's not about the American Dream, it's about damn good television It's not MEANT to be fair. It's meant to be entertaining.
Will we vote for Carly? It's too early to tell. Do we think she'll win? She could have a shot, but personally, it's looking like a guy's year. What do you all think? Were there girls who got passed over that you think should have been given Carly's spot? Or is this much ado about nothing? We want to know!
2 comments:
I saw all this "scandal" and was keeping my fingers crossed that they don't take her out. When it comes to the girls, she is one of my favorites! Get over it people... and to suggest SC British kid to replace her?!? They must be on crack. We all know crack is whack!
Wow, this just goes to show that I only watch AI for the show. I probably would have never known about this scandal without you girls. I am definitely going to use your blog to keep up to date with the show. I say keep Carly on. I liked the SC British kid to begin with, but he really does cry to much and your right; he is a GUY.
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