I’d say Chris Daughtry, Jennifer Hudson, and Adam Lambert have proved you don’t need to win to be successful.

@RyanSchilling-fg9qn

Жыл бұрын

Chris also proved you can be the most generic thing to ever live and still be successful

@emilovescatsxo

Жыл бұрын

@@RyanSchilling-fg9qn Yep!

@DannyAndrewsjudematic

11 ай бұрын

indeed

@azzz7279

5 ай бұрын

Lauren Alaina & Gabby Barrett were also pretty successful as well

@Alfernandez4045

Ай бұрын

True

Adam Lambert is not only a fantastic vocalist but a truly amazing all round entertainer and showman!

@PANIC_aka_PinD

5 ай бұрын

BWAHAHA! ... no.

@WonHakWoon

Ай бұрын

Agreed

If I remember right, the band Daughtry was a band before the lead singer, Chris, took a temporary leave to participate in American Idol. Right after he was voted off, he went back to the band and was signed. I think this was a very smart move, as it gave Daughtry exposure they would've never received otherwise, and it was free.

@kaylashrader232

Жыл бұрын

Not quite - he had bands, but didn't work with any of the band members prior to working on American Idol, though he did have a couple bands prior to American Idol.

@VeteranCapybara

Жыл бұрын

I think Daughtry was formed after Idol. If I recall correctly, the band Fuel offered him the lead singer gig and he declined to do his own thing

@trassaya

Жыл бұрын

He was also offered a job as the new lead singer of Fuel; but he turned it down in order to form his own band. He wanted to sing his own songs and earn success based on his own talent, not on someone else's built-in fan base. Which also turned out to be a very smart move

@erinhawks6602

7 ай бұрын

So I personally know Chris. Both my husband and I used to work with him at Crown, the car dealership where he was a Service Advisor prior to going on American Idol. Yes, he had a band that he played with for several years at several local bars in Greensboro, NC but especially the Clubhouse every Friday night. One of the band members became one of the band members of Daughtry. The other members of his original group weren't able to uproot their lives, which is why they didn't go on to join Daughtry. And Yes...Chris took a leave of absence to be on American Idol. In fact, there are several dealerships under the Crown name but when American Idol was on all the TV's in all the buildings were turned on to the show so that the moment everyone could immediately start calling in and vote for Chris we could. Everyone on all lots stopped what they were doing to immediately to vote for Chris and support him.

Adam lambert and Chris daughtry should have won their seasons. Their both amazing

@GaryWalshDublin

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@Htx.lunatic

Жыл бұрын

But it's a preference contest. Not necessarily a talent contest. This is why Britney Spears outsells Christina Aguilera

@TheLambertLover

Жыл бұрын

@@Htx.lunatic Actually Adam lost due to cheating.

@paigedambro

Жыл бұрын

I quit watching when Chris daughtry lost cuz in my opinion it showed me it was rigged. Gave it a second chance with Adam lambert and after he lost I stopped watching and never looked back

@kathrynhutchinson4838

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad they didn’t win, I think they’ve done better on their own

Adam Lambert is phenomenal! His chemistry with Queen is priceless! I'm still amazed at how fast the next American branch of the Rhapsody tour sold out! I love how much Dr. Sir Brian May and Roger Taylor absolutely adore him! It's with excellent reason that Dr. Sir Brian himself calls Adam "The gift From God"! Also, it's not just anybody who can bring such legends as Cher to tears with a heartbreaking rendition of Believe!

@nicolelylewis

Жыл бұрын

they should have picked Marc Martel...but he has done stuff with them since

@tonicutrone8640

Жыл бұрын

Yes they adore Adam

@lilyz2156

Жыл бұрын

@@nicolelylewis No, they shouldn't have. Adam has the total package, atmospheric vocals, charismatic personality, humility and outstanding frontman. Queen made the right decision, and there is chemistry within the band.

@laurenirby3782

Жыл бұрын

ADAM certainly is a true gift from GOD! LOVE you Adam!

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul

7 ай бұрын

​@@nicolelylewisinsignificant Marc the mimic "hasn't done " anything with Queen. He was hired by Roger Taylor as one of the singers in his tribute band which ended years ago when Marc and his team decided to abandon his job with Roger Taylor and started his own tribute band. Marc was never considered, was never a choice to front Queen. He's merely 1 of 70 worldwide Freddie Mercury mimics. I don't think Marc even realizes what the QUEEN music he's singing is all about. You'll never see Marc sing GET DOWN MAKE LOVE or Tutti Fruity live on stage.

Adam Lamberts voice is simply a killer... And not enough: he is a great entertainer and brings in some Glam-Rock-Drama! ❤

I have 99% of all of Daughtry's cd's....love them!!! And Adam Lambert being the front man for Queen is so cool...love him. His wheel of musical impressions of Cher was most EXCELLENT!!!!

I stopped watching after Adam Lambert came in second, as he was so clearly a star whenever he performed. In the end, I suspect he was better off since he had more creative control on his first album than he would have under and Idol contract.

I think Adam Lambert is otherworldly. He is probably the best singer ever on any of these shows. Thing is though, from what I understand, it’s actually better to NOT win as you don’t get tied into a contract. But when he performed with Queen it was hilarious because you could tell that Brian May was thinking, “We just found our singer.”

@ariennelibbrecht784

10 күн бұрын

They already knew they wanted him, but they couldn't ask just him to perform on the show. Also, he did have a year contract, hence why he didn't go out immediately with them. Idr where I heard this, but it was from Brian May.

Adam Lambert was the best thing to happen to American Idol. He is a fabulous singer, entertainer and an all round decent and good person ❤

@laurenirby3782

Жыл бұрын

ADAM is the ABSOLUTE BEST EVER! LOVE YOU so very MUCH!

When Adam Lambert lost, I never watched the show again. Enough said.

@imager24chase49

17 күн бұрын

Well that is just stupid.

Adam may not have won the title, but he won an amazing career. He’s fantastic and I love being a fan of his ❤

Adam Lambert is my favorite. What a voice!

J-Hud has the goods!!! Sure she didn't win AI, but motivation for her is part of her success!!! I couldn't be happier!! ❤️🌟

@shandrabrooks6431

Жыл бұрын

It makes her success even sweeter as Simon blasted her over her weight. She should have won that season. I still believe the producers took her out and not the votes.

I remember when I saw Daughtry audition, I said out to everyone that he’s gonna be huge in music. There’s so much more beyond talent, there’s a gravitas (an X factor) that he has.

@Salicat99

4 ай бұрын

I told my husband, upon finishing watching Daughtry's audition, that I am buying his album!

Adam Lambert was simply too big for AI. The minute he stepped on that stage, it was obvious he was a full-fledged singer and all he needed was a platform to bounce off of. He may not have won the contest, but the fact that Brian May and Roger Taylor handpicked him is the ultimate trophy.

@babakpersian

10 ай бұрын

Yes, and what makes me mad is Simon's reactions to his performances. Simon reacted as if he was an ordinary contestant. He was jealous of him.

From a UK perspective this is fascinating - Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson are true global superstars with undeniable talent and charisma and love the rest will definitely check out some of their music ❤❤❤

Adam Lambert!! He is totally outstanding! And he are just being better and better for every year! ❤ and togheter with queen is magic!!! 🎉❤

Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert should've won their respective seasons. They're both phenomenal and amazing singers. It shocked me and a lot of others when Daughtry finished 4th place and Adam became the runner-up. At least there were a few actual winners in the past seasons that became successful singers and household names.

@Mystress1980

Ай бұрын

Little did we know that not winning was the true win. A lot of winners HATED their debut albums and had zero control over them. Apparently, it was misery. I think they both used the platform as the launching pad it's meant to be for the real talent that walks on that stage. Kelly and Carrie got lucky, being able to establish themselves in spite of the constraints.

I feel that both Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson should've won 1st place 💕

@maryellenyarusso7029

Жыл бұрын

Didn't hurt either one of them both have become more successful than the winners

@youtubejay2330

Жыл бұрын

Adam i agree. Jennifer no, she had very strong competition during her season. Fantasia deserved the win

Adam Lambert ❤️ Should Have Won!! We All Know Who The RealWinner Was❤❤❤❤❤

@laurenirby3782

Жыл бұрын

YES, INDEED! YEAH! ADAM! BEST EVER!

Daughtrey and Lambert are national treasures!! Keep on rocking!!!

Adam Lambert was the best hands down!!

Listening to you describing Jennifer's success give me chill. She's amazing

i was like - Daughtry MUST be on this list - and I was greeted with his beautiful music. XD

These types of talent shows are great because you don't have to win in order to "win". Getting seen or heard by the right people who can further your career is more important than the top prize . . . and in some cases can be better because the artist has more freedom to choose.

@andrewshaughnessy5828

Жыл бұрын

True, look at Lindsey Stirling. She went out at the quarter-final stage of America's Got Talent, but still became a star.

@hectorsmommy1717

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewshaughnessy5828 Probably the most well known "loser" who won big is Susan Boyle.

@susanwahl6322

Жыл бұрын

I really hated the way Simon treated Linsey Stirling. I was yelling at my screen, Shut up you fool! Just listen! I’m glad she had the success that she had.

@arinrayscumdump

Жыл бұрын

right. Melanie Martinez and Morgan Wallen from The Voice was by far the most successful singers from The Voice and they didn't even win that competition ❤

Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert are two of my all time favorite artists! True vocalists!

Love this one! Such amazing talent! And Adam Lambert? Delish !!!!

When I auditioned for idol season 7 I made it before the judges. During filming day I stood in line with David Archuleta. It was amazing to see his career blossom.

Adam Lamberty and Chris Doughty for sure should have fun - both were and are brilliant

Adam Lambert and Chris Daughtry - cool vocalists

Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson. Both icons. Shocking they didn’t win

@Salicat99

4 ай бұрын

Especially when I can't even remember the name of the person who actually won!

@WonHakWoon

Ай бұрын

​@@Salicat99 That's Kris Allen, but indeed. Adam is so memorable, just make you forget Kris winning

Chris Daughtry is my favorite. Still listen to his amazing songs in 2023

I haven’t watched American Idol, because I don’t live in the US. But it is the crime of the CENTURY that Todrick Hall and Adam Lambert didn’t win their respective seasons. I mean, they’re probably both better off for it but STILL! Adam Lambert is one of the most talented and underrated vocalists alive! And Todrick is also UNBELIEVABLY talented! Ugh!🙄😒😤

@lilyz2156

Жыл бұрын

it's been 14yrs since AI for Adam, it's a non issue. I had no idea Todrick was on AI I've seen him on Broadway and Pentatonix video with Lindsey Stirling. Very talented guy.

@jamiemcdowell1109

Жыл бұрын

@@lilyz2156 Wdym “it’s a non issue”???

@lilyz2156

Жыл бұрын

@@jamiemcdowell1109 Adam not winning AI season 8 is not relevant anymore it's been 14yrs. He has achieved more than a majority of winners, He has an astounding voice, multiplatinum sales, 5 albums and a 6th on the way along with a forthcoming broadway show, incoming tour in October as Queens frontman, and many solo tours. Not winning doesn't matter, it's what u do with the experience and exposure that matters.

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul

7 ай бұрын

It's always relevant because it's always mentioned 99% of the time when anything about Adam Lambert is discussed live on TV worldwide since 2009 up to date..2023 and gives failed kris free advertisements. Even on the 2019 NETFLIX MOVIE The Show Must Go On.

@castlecorn593

28 күн бұрын

​@@lilyz2156 He has a Broadway show????

Clay Aiken sold more records & made more millions touring than most of the folks on this list. To relegate him to "honorable mention" is completely laughable. Whoever compiled this is obviously very young &/or failed to do their research. I do agree that Jennifer is #1, however.

@rosarioespino7792

4 ай бұрын

I agree with you. Clay Aiken can belt high notes. His vocal range is unbelievable & very powerful. He should have won but votes for Clay were jammed , can't get thru. It became very controversial at that time as there's only one line to call. Even music Industry professionals praised him. I wish young generations would watch AI season 2 finale Clay Aiken's greatest performance.

I forgot about some of them over the years. I like them all but LOVVVE Chris Daughtry, I saw him in concert and if course Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert!!

Don't get me wrong they're all very talented. My favorites are Chris Daughtry David archuleta Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson.

Jennifer is so inspirational ❤

Pickler, Daughtry, Hudson and Lambert were my bets for their respective (had 2 for Season 5, because that season really had a good pool of artists), but yeah, they didn't win. Happy they're thriving.

Adam Lambert should have been number one on the list

@GjpgrD

Жыл бұрын

Baloney... Jennifer is far more accomplished in multiple fields. EGOT, baby!!!!

@TheLambertLover

4 ай бұрын

@@GjpgrD Yet Adam's net worth is higher. Hmmm.

@castlecorn593

28 күн бұрын

Nah out of those that didn't win Jennifer is by far the most successful though Adam Lambert is still and probably will always be my favorite him Daughtry, Kelly Clarkson, and JHud are really the only ones I like from the show

I can't believe you didn't at least mention Lauren Daigle! She tried out for American Idol twice, and got eliminated both times, and still became a huge star with incredibly popular songs. They've even brought her back on the show.

My fav Adam! I love Gabby, Daughtry, J Hudson, Kelly pickler, Colton D, Clay, Tori K.. so many great singers that didn't win! My fav of winners are Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, David Cook, Fantasia.. Don't remember most of the winners.. My favorite of Judges were the 3 originals, later J Lopez and the 2 men with her.. I am so tired of Katy P and other 2 men currently judging American Idol.

Thought Michael J Woodard would be here. Last year, he was nominated for an Annie Award.

Adam Lambert and Gabby Barrett both should have won their seasons, and not surprisingly there was controversy and rumors of rigging the results both of those seasons. In Gabby's season during the final round of competition, Katy Perry openly campaigned for Maddie Poppe and actually pulled out her cell phone ON THE AIR to vote for Maddie, who won. There is no way Katy's actions didn't influence the results. In Adam's season, he was easily the best but was also openly and flamboyantly gay. Yet somehow Kris Allen, the "safe" pick, won. By the way, you missed that Gabby won multiple CMA and ACM awards for her debut album, and she has a second album in the works.

@TheLambertLover

Жыл бұрын

Adam lost because of cheating by Arkansas.

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul

7 ай бұрын

It's laughable how Arkansas' 2.8 population in 2009 managed to accomplish voting 38m during their voting parties which started early on the competition. Winners of wide screen TV'S, Chick-fil-A and other prices didn't even support his Album, no wonder RCA dropped him in 2012, the same year Adam Lambert's 2nd Album debuted #1 on BILLBOARD 200 and insured his voice for 48million. kris knew an AT&T employee distributed free cphones and provided instructions on how to speed dial, block Adam Lambert's voters. kris is a backstabber, pretended to be a friend while participating in those voting parties for him, he deserves his name..kris if you know what that is. That AT&T employee was fired after the finale, moved out of Arkansas, was introduced to me, he averted his eyes and slinked away like a 🐛.

I don't watch talent shows so I had never seen any of these people on the show. I was invited to a Daughtry concert by an aunt and said sure, I love live music and she has good taste. After the show I learned he had been on the show and was surprised he hadn't won.

the correct answer is always Adam Lambert. Try to name the guy that won his season over him.... good luck. No disrespect to Hudson but she spends her time as hosts on various singing competitions while Lambert is out touring with Queen. Not to mention Lambert's covers of Believe at the Kennedy Center and his cover of Bowie's Starman and probably two of the best covers ever.

@mariehernandez5878

Ай бұрын

Kris Allen. I believe it is because he had broader appeal and snagged Danny Gokey's fans once he was eliminated.

You know your a legend when ,1 after loosing American Idol, somebody has to say, "introducing Academy Award winning actress..." I would say she deserves the EGOT.

Maybe do a list of American Idols who were on The Masked Singer. 😂

@LisaBenjamin-jt4mq

Ай бұрын

Oh HELL YEAH!

I love Daughtry. I loved when I first seen him on AI, and have followed him since.

Seriously!?! How could Clay be an honorable mention!? He totally deserves to be on this list!!

@irenewadebelcher5925

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you. He deserved to win far more than his opponent?

@DannyAndrewsjudematic

11 ай бұрын

i think the same, the way he sings wow its very very beautiful.

Adam Lambert, Jennifer Hudson, Daughtry, Kat McPhee, Lauren Daigle. Lots of talent. I think singers from little big town and glee also lost. You sure dont need to win to succeed.

Adam Lambert should be #1.

Gabby, Adam, and Jennifer were my favs that i thought i wanted them to win.

Adam was robbed for sure but I'm so proud of him ❤️

Nobody better than Adam, winners or just in the competition. Adam Lambert is the most talented of them all!

I didn't realize Danny Gokey and Mandisa were both on American Idol!

Adam should have been in first place on American Idol and this list!!

@MarcNkengue

Ай бұрын

Not at all😂😂😂 j hud has won every award under the sun

@WonHakWoon

Ай бұрын

​@@MarcNkengue What a way to share your homophobic dislike towards Adam

@MarcNkengue

Ай бұрын

@@WonHakWoon how is that homophobia? I did not even mention his sexuality. Jennifer is the most talented and awarded contestant in American idol history. We all know Adam is very talented but he doesn't have the type of career that JHud has. She has been in movies,TV shows, on Broadway and now she has her own show. I am not homophobic by any means

Love love Adam Lambert. He's amazing. Chris Daughtry is great too.

Lauren, Adam and Chris should have won. There is a reason Chris's elimination was so shocking. It's because when we called to vote, the recorded message said thank you for voting for Taylor Hicks. He was straight up robbed that night. It's okay though.. Taylor who? He's nowhere to be found.

@PaulCarpenter-qt6bc

2 күн бұрын

I've listened to Adam Lambert and am most impressed by his vocal prowess and I remember watching Chris Daughtry during his season and was just as shocked as he was by his elimination. I like Lauren Alaina and her vocals, but I think the right person won in her season (Scotty McCreery was just one step ahead of her), but that doesn't take away from her own success (I love her song The Road Less Travelled). My belief is that Clay Aiken should have won over Ruben Studdard and it would have changed the trajectory of his career choices. His sexual identity may have played a factor (same with Adam Lambert), but don't get me wrong there; sexual identity to me is nothing because we are all human beings first, but shows like this think (and I stress the word "think") they need to protect their franchise by not allowing a gay winner. Who cares???!! Barry Manilow and Elton John had stellar careers during an era when homosexuality was bashed in every way possible, yet look where they are now?? This is a far different era, so American Idol needs to step up to the plate and embrace performers for their talent, not for who they are behind the scenes (unless, of course, they are egregiously horrible people that will represent the brand name in a negative way).

Diana DeGarmo deserved to be at least an honorable mention. She’s extremely talented and can sang. Hello broadway anyone? 😐

@DannyAndrewsjudematic

11 ай бұрын

wow, I still remember the final with Fantasia singing the song written by Tamyra Gray, wow Diana's version chills my skin nowadays.

My Fav, Adam Lambert !! solo and with Queen !

Adam Lambert, David Archuleta, Jennifer Hudson, Clark Beckham, Alejandro Arandq should have all won 1st place

Jennifer Hudson was my favorite the year she was on American Idol. Back then we could listen to repeats of the performances on the AI website. I used to play hers over and over. I thought she was so talented and also very warm and down to earth. She put up with a lot of nasty comments from Simon. It has always made me very happy that despite an early elimination, she has had the broadest success of any AI contestant.

I had no idea Todrick Hall was on American idol

@WonHakWoon

Ай бұрын

Samee 😅😅

Adam was definitely a shock when he didn’t win and Jennifer sure was too! But look at them now, they stay positive and kept working hard and they are reaping the rewards!

Adam lambert should be #1

J-hud should’ve won too! She’s amazing

Adam Lambert and Chris Daughtry deserved to win their seasons; NO QUESTION! But so did Clay Aiken, and I am shocked he is not on in the top ten! His first album, "Messure of a Man", went double platinum, and he had two top ten singles; including the number one single of 2003, with "This is the Night/Bridge Over Troubled Water." He also had a very successful Broadway debut in Spamamolot, back in 2007. All of these things make him more successful than the majority of people on this list. Whether like style of music or not. Even if you think he is just too old fashioned. He has easily earned a top five spot in your top ten and not just an honorable mention!

Jennifer Hudson is amazing! Wow lots of successful idols

Did know that Adam Lambert was on American Idol🤔?

Adam Lambert should have won his season. The was definitely the most talened.

And I can’t believe Tori Kelly didn’t make it further!

Adam is really, really good at what he does. Was stunned when he didn't win. However, I was even more stunned when Clay Aiken came in second in his year. He was hugely successful for years, and I am so sorry he went into politics, as he lost me there.

David Archuleta is one of the best. So many albums ,also runner up on Masked Singer, tv show success in Philippines, and recently won an award. Go David go.

Tori Kelly looks so different with black long hair but still beautiful and talented along with loving Daughtery

How is Colton Dixon NOT on this list? He went on to become a super successful Christian artist after going home way too early on Season 11. Clay Aiken should've been on the actual list- but oddly I forgot about him and I own three of his albums (although his debut was by far the best). Chris Daughtry- omg- definitely a huge success despite not winning the show. The three albums I own of his are amazing :D

@Mattyhull1

Жыл бұрын

YES!!! He should absolutly on this list!!!

Adam Lambert should have won!

Adam Lambert was on whole another level. Way higher quality performance than any Idols. He was already from day one better than many recording artists. what makes me mad is Simon's reactions to his performances. Simon reacted as if he was an ordinary contestant. He was jealous of him. In my opinion Simon wasn't a good judge. People thinks he was good because he was harsh.

Adam Lambert is the real winner. I mean,fronting Queen? No competition.

Missing Constantine, at least an honorable mention. He has had a very successful Broadway career

God I was obsessed with Daughtry at the end of elementary school and throughout middle school. This video hit me with some big memories

It doesn't matter if they didn't win they all got noticed and look where they are now so inspirational just awesome 👏

Adam lambert

I loved Daughtry and went out and bought all the albums after American Idol that year. Still listen to his band.

I love these American Idol stars!

Jennifer Hudson Tori Kelly Those two are amazing singers

Well, I would have put Adam Lambert first with Jennifer Hudson as a close second. To front Queen for 10 years now and have a solo career is just a slice above. He's also been in shows and is currently writing a broadway musical (which I will crawl across the country to see if I have to). Jennifer Hudson is just amazing, so absolutely no disRESPECT. I would have put Daughtry third for sure, and McPhee 4th. Either one of them should have beaten Taylor Hicks. He seems like a great guy, but a terrible Idol winner.

No Lucky Daye??? He has literally won Grammys and is doing amazing in R & B 😢 🤦🏽‍♀️

Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson should have won!

I thought Clay Aiken would have been number 1. The only one on this list I have known about for the past 10 years.

@terrib627

Жыл бұрын

Have you been living under a rock? Adam touring with Queen? Jennifer winning every award that exists?

@AndrewSmith-pn2qc

Жыл бұрын

@terrib627 To be honest I never heard of any of these people. I knew about Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood and also Jordin Spark but I never heard of these other folks other than I heard that song "crush" on the radio before. I only knew that Clay Aiken finished 2nd on the 2003 season. I don't even know who won that season. I just know Clay Aiken because has went on Donald Trumps reality show.

@rosarioespino7792

4 ай бұрын

Clay Aekin's vocal range is awesome. He chose a classic song on AI season 2 finale Bridge Over Troubled Water his greatest performance. Votes for Clay were jammed.... I am one those trying to get in but couldn't. He should be #1.

Loved this. Adam Lambert best male and Jennifer Hudson best female.

Clay Aiken should've won season 2 of America idol! He got cheated! He has been the most memorable and has sold over 7 million albums worldwide! He has had more success than the winner Ruben studdard.

@rosarioespino7792

4 ай бұрын

You are right. That's why I stopped watching AI. So funny that I froze to season 2 & Clay is now 45 .

Haley reinhart deserves to be on this list ❤

@OneOfUsHere

Жыл бұрын

At least she is an honorable mention.

Daughtry has been my favourite band since I saw the video for It's Not Over ❤

Adam Lambert should win every season. His range of vocals are amazing 😊😊😊😊

Let's face it--the only reason Adam Lambert lost was because he is gay. Even Kris Allen was surprised. If he competed maybe 5 years later, more enlightened audiences would have voted him the winner. His voice is phenomenal. I think it's kind of a tossup between him and Jennifer Hudson for the top two spots.

I love Danny Gokey! I never knew he was on American Idol, also I feel like Colton Dixon should be mentioned as he left in 7th place, and has an amazing career in the Christian music industry! 🎶

@melissagrovijohn4285

Жыл бұрын

I was going to mention Colton Dixon as well! He has some great songs!

@johnwiesner9590

Жыл бұрын

Colton originally wasn't planning on auditioning, like he did in a previous season and getting cut during Hollywood week. That year he went to support his younger sister who was auditioning, but the judges wanted him to audition as well. Both made it to Hollywood, and one thing I'll always remember is Colton breaking down when his sister got cut while he advanced, then him comforting her.

@annhenriques3520

Жыл бұрын

I remember Gokey for butchering Dream On. 😂

I know when it comes to the most successful AI contestants Adam is only behind Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood so he is the most successful financially of the non winners. He has also put out 5 albums and it was a shame his 4th Velvet came out the same week COVID shut everything down. It is his best I believe and the one he had the most creative input. He has been doing very well and appears as a judge on different programs and an actor on TV and recently the movie Fairyland that had it's premier at Sundance. He's also writing a Broadway show and said he's ready to write new music for a future album. He was also the headline act at London Pride and released a remake of the song Mighty Real that was the song of London Pride.

@TheLambertLover

Жыл бұрын

Actually on celebritynetworth, Adam is tied with Kelly Clarkson at $45 million.

@ddjr6673

Жыл бұрын

He was amazing at Pride 🎉🔥❤️

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul

7 ай бұрын

Adam Lambert is the only AIdol contestant who performed at Buckingham Palace for QUEEN Elizabeth's Jubilee and invited by Princess Catherine of Wales to perform live at Westminster Abbey.

Adams Amazing!!💜😘

Nice list. Haley is the one I've listened to more than any of the others. Adam and Chris are exceptional male singers I've always listened to. Jennifer is so great! Hard to believe she finished 8th, yet got all the awards. Pick Pickler...who could love her.