Age: 23
Hometown: New York, NY
Audition City: NYC
First Concert: Billy Porter
Last Concert: Laiah Hathaway
When did you first start to sing?
Straight from the womb.
Do you have any formal singing training?
No, though I went to a performing arts high school where we had some training.
What other talents do you have?
Acting, dance and ballet/modern.
If you don’t make it on AMERICAN IDOL, what will you do?
Next question : )
What are your personal goals in life?
To live every moment fully.
What album would your friends be surprised you own?
The Darkness.
What is the first CD you ever bought?
Toni Braxton’s debut album.
What is in your CD player right now?
Joe – “…and then.”
Who is your AMERICAN IDOL?
Beyonce.
What is your favorite type of music?
R&B.
What is your favorite song to sing?
“A Song For You” by Donnie Hathaway.
Favorite male pop artist?
Joe.
Favorite female pop artist?
Brandy.
Favorite album of all time?
None.
Who in the music world do you think your style is most like?
No one right now that is really similar to me.
Most embarrassing moment?
When I meet celebrities I say dumb things…to all of them. It sucks.
If you couldn’t sing, which talent would you most like to have?
I’d love to be a fiction writer.
What has been your proudest moment in life so far?
Whenever someone cries when I sing, that’s great. It’s usually my mom.
What is your definition of an AMERICAN IDOL?
Someone who is great but still humble.
Why do you want to be an AMERICAN IDOL?
Because I’m great. Oh, and humble.
Who is your favorite judge and why?
Simon, because he is honest.
Who is your least favorite judge and why?
Simon, because the honesty can be brutal.
What advice do you have for other hopefuls?
Watch out! Seriously, stay focused.
What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I am actually really shy. Or maybe people already know
that.