Age: 21
Hometown: Manassas, VA
Audition City: Washington D.C.
What's in your CD player right now? Jackson 5.
What's your favorite type of music? Hip-Hop/R&B.
When did you first start to sing?
Before I can remember.
Do you have any formal singing training?
No.
What other talents do you have?
Beatboxing and break dancing, sports.
If you don’t make it on AMERICAN IDOL, what will you do?
Go back to school.
What are your personal goals in life?
Marry, raise a family, serve as a positive role model for youth.
What album would your friends be surprised you own?
N'Sync.
Who is your AMERICAN IDOL?
My dad.
Do you have any rituals or things you do each time before you perform?
Pray. Practice.
Favorite male pop artist?
Usher.
Favorite female pop artist?
Alicia Keys.
Most embarrassing moment?
Had my fly open during a middle school talent show.
What has been your proudest moment in life so far?
The concert of the a cappella group I founded at University of VA.
If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?
Magic.
What is your definition of an AMERICAN IDOL?
Captivating performer and person.
Who is your favorite judge and why?
Simon, a compliment from him is like 10 from the others.
What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I love board games.
How has this changed your life?
No more college. More attention.
Do you have any lucky charms?
No.
Who are your heroes in life?
Father.
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Founding the a cappella group at University of VA.
Do you think the audition process was fair?
As fair as can be.
If you win, who will you thank first?
God.