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I also hope that as they actually do those things, they will eventually realize the wisdom of adopting those attitudes and behaviors for the inherent advantages they offer. If they continue to do their best to be their best, I'm sure they will.
How can you say David isn't what we're looking for; too old fashioned for the 21st century. Do you listen to the radio? Did you ever hear of John Mayer, Josh Groban and the myriad of other singers who sing the same kind of music? Is it because it's not rap? I just don't get it. Your comment is so surprising to me. Even rock groups turn out songs along the same lines as the singers mentioned above. Do some research and then rethink your comment. I know you'll feel differently.
Hi Missi. I'm very surprised at your comment that David's music is "old fashioned" for the 21st Century. Did you ever hear of Josh Groban, John Mayer and John Maz? Those are the people that inspired David and his music. If you haven't heard of them or listened to their music, you might want to listen to some songs. Unless you are completely into rock and rap. I don't know what you like. But, I'm 47 and probably a lot older than you. I would not buy a David Cook CD because I am not into rock. Different people - that's all. Nice to talk to you missi.
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So for the typo.
Also, I see nothing wrong with young people wanting to emulate David. I can't think of a better role model. Certainly it's better than following in the footsteps of Britney Spears or Linsdsay Lohan.
I wish I had the ability, upon hearing a person sing to see if they are moral, credit worthy, not just putting on a show for their economic aggrandizement or that they love furry puppies.
Paul Robeson, like Wood Guthrie sang before my time. I didn't need the commonality of place or time to understand their greatest.
David is like a puppy. The question is will you still like him when he grows up and to witness all his wrinkles?
Tell me there is more to this life than American Idol.
Do your show, get on the bus, then get a life.
Ask Ruben, Clay or the grey haired guy.
to soco63 ....I didn't say he didn't write his own stuff I simply said that he has yet to do anything that is HIS. Every one talks about HIS music and I have not heard any of it. When I get a chance to hear HIS music and not someone else's that he sings then I will give him more credit but until then I still question why everyone thinks HIS music is so inspirational when he hasn't done HIS music..yet. I am sure he will soon enough and then we will see how good he really is. Good luck to him. And I think he is a good role model and it is much better than Lindsey and Britney but at the same time I believe that people should do it for themselves and not to copy someone else. You should never say "I want to get a 4.0 because David has one" Who cares? Do it for you and not to be like him. Do it because it makes you feel like a better person but not because someone else did it.
I also agree that kids should never have to say "I want to get a 4.0 because David..." but at that age, few are venturing outside the limits set by peer pressure. To have someone like David inspire them to find out that being a better person makes you feel better--that's good isn't it? Oh and I have stopped swearing because of David--something my mother couldn't get me to do in over 40 years.
It is better have people think you are stupid than to open your mouth and prove them right.
David A will shine for a long time: Hide in the bushes and watch!
You're exactly right! A boy karaokes his way to stardom and people go crazy about him as if he is a hero. Talk about WORSHIPPING ARCHULETA! I heard that he was the only person in the state of Utah that received the loudest screams, cheers and welcome back out of all the worthy people that visit there. Yet, those who risk their lives for our country and the people of this country practically receive no idolation. I heard that hundreds left during the performance of the AI winner. If they only want to see Archuleta then perhaps AI should have only offered one concert in UT to spare the affected idols of the fans' passive aggressive behavior. Archie is karaoke. When he sang Apologize and the other songs, it sounded like a high school boy singing in a HS talent show. Archie is a cute and adorable teen. If Archie didn't look like a cute adorable teen and looked like Chikezie, he would have been voted off a long time ago.
If you really have a 4.0 then you would know the definition of the word "his" and you would know that it is being used incorrectly repeatedly when referring to David A. He is good but as of right now I do not think he deserves the credit and the praise he is getting but I truely wish him the best and I also hope he has a long and wonderful career. And I do have people I look up to and I do have a role model but I do not try to be them or to be like them. I do not do things because they do things. But like I said earlier I wish David the best of luck and hope he does not end up like so many other "Idols" and washes out when he is not being hand fed like he was on the show. I hope he is around for many years to come. Best wishes
BTW, I've seen Josh Groban sing live, twice, and David Archuleta can sing Gorban under the table. Groban also started his career at age 17. . . which is the same age as David.
Whatever makes the Utah people happy. The USA must be really desperate for teen singers like Archuleta. Incredible. Like give Archuleta as the robo-singing machine any song, he sings it and everyone goes crazy no matter what.
I wonder what the REAL music artists are thinking about this insane reaction to this 17 yr old karaoke singer.
No doubt that he will be pampered by Jive to superstardom.
I feel sorry for David. You're expectations are being forced on him and David is merely seventeen.
What if in two years David doesn't want to conform to your mold? Many people seem to have his life planned out for him. He will represent Utah, be a becon for a church and live your idea of a perfect life.
Life is rarly so neat.
First of all, I find Chikezie to be a fine looking brother! Maybe should you have written if David looked like Wonderer (you) he would have been voted off. Also, Chikezie was my #2 favorite.
Secondly, if David is not you cup of tea that's ok. But why do you feel the need to try to discount his talent to those who admire him? There are a few idols that I don't particularly care for their voices or styles, but I never respond to articles to put them down or insult their fans for liking them. How lame is that! And when I attended the shows, I applauded for them all (granted not as loudly as I did for Archie) because they ALL deserve recognition for what they have accomplished so far. And I certainly hope the BEST for each of each whether I like their music or not.
This is a very big world with billions of people with different tastes and perferences and MILLIONS of us LOVE, LOVE, LOVE David Archuleta.
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Besides the incredible voice, unique musicality, endearing personality, and way cute face, David is a rare bird in another fashion. He�s one of the most decent, kind, down-to-earth, and humble people to be found at the top of the heap (which is where he�ll be shortly), period. He�s a great role model for folks of all ages, but especially for young people.
I read everything about him and here are some things I�ve seen. Youth saying that they 1) are going to work on their grades because David is a 4.0 student; 2) have decided that, like David, they aren�t ready to date; 3) have decided to quit cursing because David doesn�t; 4) find his music uplifting and when their lives are in travail, he gives them hope; 5) are trying harder to get along with their families because he loves his so; 6) have decided his advice to be yourself is wise; 7) and are trying to be a better person because of his example.
Just a bit of what I�ve seen. IMPRESSIVE, huh?!!