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Trees of Wisdom · 04-17-2004, 03:16 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by SmilinSkullRing) You feel bad for that?

Tell me who's the gullible one. The millions paying to hear and see him because they "like" him, or the one riding the wave and becoming rich?

I think someone stated that he's worthless, and of course he's not, but I don't even understand why people watch American Idol to began with.

Now, even if Hung only gets 15 minutes of fame he's still going to make a good enough amount of money while there are bands out there who write their own songs, play their own instruments, etc. and are toiling in bars and clubs. It's quite ridiculous don't ya think?

Haha, good point!

SmilinSkullRing · 04-17-2004, 03:42 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Trees of Wisdom) Haha, good point!

I try.

RMadd · 04-17-2004, 03:23 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by SmilinSkullRing) You feel bad for that?

Tell me who's the gullible one. The millions paying to hear and see him because they "like" him, or the one riding the wave and becoming rich?

I think someone stated that he's worthless, and of course he's not, but I don't even understand why people watch American Idol to began with.

Now, even if Hung only gets 15 minutes of fame he's still going to make a good enough amount of money while there are bands out there who write their own songs, play their own instruments, etc. and are toiling in bars and clubs. It's quite ridiculous don't ya think?

but i sincerely doubt he was the one who pitched the idea to whomever. my guess is, some moron in the recording industry thought 'we could make millions off this guy!' i'm still standing by my belief that he's not quite aware of the fact that he's sorta being used, that people aren't quite being sincere to him.

RMadd · 04-17-2004, 03:24 PM

I will agree that American Idol is crap, though. I don't even like the kind of music they sing on there... it's all stupid shit. Now, if they had a similar show for real bands, that'd be pretty cool.

Higher_Desire · 04-17-2004, 05:31 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Trees of Wisdom) Simon says everyone is the worst singer in the world. Last year he said that to the dude that sang "Like a Virgin".

LOL. I remember that.

During the first season it was Tamika and one other guy Derek. He was so bad. I don't even know what he sang, but he swore he was going to make it big. He then went out and sang for people on the street, and they laughed at him and told him how much he sucked.

H-D

SmilinSkullRing · 04-17-2004, 07:57 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by BearFan) but i sincerely doubt he was the one who pitched the idea to whomever. my guess is, some moron in the recording industry thought 'we could make millions off this guy!' i'm still standing by my belief that he's not quite aware of the fact that he's sorta being used, that people aren't quite being sincere to him.

Oh, I agree. He definitely didn't pitch the idea that they could make millions off of his singing. I just think by now, even if he didn't understand in the beginning, he understands what it's all about.

Higher_Desire · 04-17-2004, 09:53 PM

In a recent Rolling Stone interview with him (shortly after recieving his contract), he said "OK, so I'm not famous for the right reasons, I'm infamous, a joke. It doesn't make me feel good, because I'm a gunuine person, but I don't let it get to be because I am who I am. I'm always going to be just me."
(Rolling Stone, April 1, 2004)

H-D

RMadd · 04-17-2004, 10:16 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Higher_Desire) In a recent Rolling Stone interview with him (shortly after recieving his contract), he said "OK, so I'm not famous for the right reasons, I'm infamous, a joke. It doesn't make me feel good, because I'm a gunuine person, but I don't let it get to be because I am who I am. I'm always going to be just me."
(Rolling Stone, April 1, 2004)

well, it's good to know he doesn't let it get to him. that'd be terrible if he had all this sadness, etc. deep down inside and he was suicidal and all... happy on the outside but torn up on the inside

Shadow · 04-19-2004, 08:09 PM

If you have seen him in interviews, he acts like he is taking it all very seriously. (All the more power to him) The scary thing is - is that people actually went out and bought his album. I just don't get it

American Idol is awful this year. I don't think any of the finalist are that good. They all destroyed Elton John's songs a few weeks ago. This week is Barry Manilow week.

RMadd · 04-20-2004, 04:53 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) They all destroyed Elton John's songs a few weeks ago.

wow! i didn't even think that was possible!

Shadow · 04-20-2004, 08:38 PM

You are tooo funny BearFan.

Now the finalists are destroying Barry Manilow songs......

Lechium · 04-20-2004, 09:44 PM

Hung > stapp, as singing ability goes lol

Higher_Desire · 04-21-2004, 12:49 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Lechium) Hung > stapp, as singing ability goes lol

Why are you here, again?

H-D

Lechium · 04-21-2004, 02:32 AM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Higher_Desire) Why are you here, again?

H-D

I am the bringer of thruth, the messenger of reason and the emmisary of hope.

RMadd · 04-21-2004, 02:59 PM

Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) You are tooo funny BearFan.

I aim to please.

Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) Now the finalists are destroying Barry Manilow songs......

I'm thinking the same thing about Barry Manilow as I was about Elton John.

04-17-2004, 03:16 AM	#16
Trees of Wisdom USER INFO » Status: Wound Up Posts: 1,106 Joined: Mar 2004 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by SmilinSkullRing) You feel bad for that? Tell me who's the gullible one. The millions paying to hear and see him because they "like" him, or the one riding the wave and becoming rich? I think someone stated that he's worthless, and of course he's not, but I don't even understand why people watch American Idol to began with. Now, even if Hung only gets 15 minutes of fame he's still going to make a good enough amount of money while there are bands out there who write their own songs, play their own instruments, etc. and are toiling in bars and clubs. It's quite ridiculous don't ya think? Haha, good point! __________________ "It's all about the super jackpot." -Mark Tremonti

04-17-2004, 03:23 PM	#18
RMadd USER INFO » Status: Found The Real Posts: 10,546 Joined: Aug 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by SmilinSkullRing) You feel bad for that? Tell me who's the gullible one. The millions paying to hear and see him because they "like" him, or the one riding the wave and becoming rich? I think someone stated that he's worthless, and of course he's not, but I don't even understand why people watch American Idol to began with. Now, even if Hung only gets 15 minutes of fame he's still going to make a good enough amount of money while there are bands out there who write their own songs, play their own instruments, etc. and are toiling in bars and clubs. It's quite ridiculous don't ya think? but i sincerely doubt he was the one who pitched the idea to whomever. my guess is, some moron in the recording industry thought 'we could make millions off this guy!' i'm still standing by my belief that he's not quite aware of the fact that he's sorta being used, that people aren't quite being sincere to him. __________________

04-17-2004, 03:24 PM	#19
RMadd USER INFO » Status: Found The Real Posts: 10,546 Joined: Aug 2003 Currently: Offline	I will agree that American Idol is crap, though. I don't even like the kind of music they sing on there... it's all stupid shit. Now, if they had a similar show for real bands, that'd be pretty cool. __________________

04-17-2004, 05:31 PM	#20
Higher_Desire USER INFO » Status: Found Peace Posts: 8,631 Joined: Apr 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Trees of Wisdom) Simon says everyone is the worst singer in the world. Last year he said that to the dude that sang "Like a Virgin". LOL. I remember that. During the first season it was Tamika and one other guy Derek. He was so bad. I don't even know what he sang, but he swore he was going to make it big. He then went out and sang for people on the street, and they laughed at him and told him how much he sucked. H-D __________________ Today I'm gonna try a little harder Gonna make every minute last longer Gonna learn to forgive and forget 'Cause we don't have long Gonna make the most of it Today I'm gonna love my enemies Reach out to somebody who needs me Make a change, make the world a better place 'Cause tomorrow could be one day too late --lyrics from "One Day Too Late" by Skillet from their new album "Awake"

04-17-2004, 09:53 PM	#22
Higher_Desire USER INFO » Status: Found Peace Posts: 8,631 Joined: Apr 2003 Currently: Offline	In a recent Rolling Stone interview with him (shortly after recieving his contract), he said "OK, so I'm not famous for the right reasons, I'm infamous, a joke. It doesn't make me feel good, because I'm a gunuine person, but I don't let it get to be because I am who I am. I'm always going to be just me." (Rolling Stone, April 1, 2004) H-D __________________ Today I'm gonna try a little harder Gonna make every minute last longer Gonna learn to forgive and forget 'Cause we don't have long Gonna make the most of it Today I'm gonna love my enemies Reach out to somebody who needs me Make a change, make the world a better place 'Cause tomorrow could be one day too late --lyrics from "One Day Too Late" by Skillet from their new album "Awake" Last edited by Higher_Desire : 04-17-2004 at 09:56 PM.

04-17-2004, 10:16 PM	#23
RMadd USER INFO » Status: Found The Real Posts: 10,546 Joined: Aug 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Higher_Desire) In a recent Rolling Stone interview with him (shortly after recieving his contract), he said "OK, so I'm not famous for the right reasons, I'm infamous, a joke. It doesn't make me feel good, because I'm a gunuine person, but I don't let it get to be because I am who I am. I'm always going to be just me." (Rolling Stone, April 1, 2004) well, it's good to know he doesn't let it get to him. that'd be terrible if he had all this sadness, etc. deep down inside and he was suicidal and all... happy on the outside but torn up on the inside __________________

04-20-2004, 04:53 PM	#25
RMadd USER INFO » Status: Found The Real Posts: 10,546 Joined: Aug 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) They all destroyed Elton John's songs a few weeks ago. wow! i didn't even think that was possible! __________________

04-20-2004, 09:44 PM	#27
Lechium USER INFO » Status: Bound and Tied Posts: 2,293 Joined: Feb 2003 Currently: Offline	Hung > stapp, as singing ability goes lol __________________ You bet I look good on the dance floor.

04-21-2004, 12:49 AM	#28
Higher_Desire USER INFO » Status: Found Peace Posts: 8,631 Joined: Apr 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Lechium) Hung > stapp, as singing ability goes lol Why are you here, again? H-D __________________ Today I'm gonna try a little harder Gonna make every minute last longer Gonna learn to forgive and forget 'Cause we don't have long Gonna make the most of it Today I'm gonna love my enemies Reach out to somebody who needs me Make a change, make the world a better place 'Cause tomorrow could be one day too late --lyrics from "One Day Too Late" by Skillet from their new album "Awake"

04-21-2004, 02:32 AM	#29
Lechium USER INFO » Status: Bound and Tied Posts: 2,293 Joined: Feb 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Higher_Desire) Why are you here, again? H-D I am the bringer of thruth, the messenger of reason and the emmisary of hope. __________________ You bet I look good on the dance floor.

04-21-2004, 02:59 PM	#30
RMadd USER INFO » Status: Found The Real Posts: 10,546 Joined: Aug 2003 Currently: Offline	Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) You are tooo funny BearFan. I aim to please. Quote: (Originally Posted by Shadow) Now the finalists are destroying Barry Manilow songs...... I'm thinking the same thing about Barry Manilow as I was about Elton John. __________________

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