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That was mediocre at best. No one can deny how beautiful your vocals were. Dude, you can sing. It sounded like it could be on the radio.

Anoop's Q&A

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  • How did you make the final decision to try out for AI?
  • Peer pressure and knowing that this was my chance to honor EvenCarson by doing something big that would have made her proud.
  • What one moment in past AI seasons will you always remember?
  • Elliott Yamin being visibly moved when he met Stevie Wonder. I can relate to his reaction.
  • What song would you LOVE to sing on AI?
  • "You And I" by Stevie Wonder.
  • If you could perform with any person or group, who would it be and why?
  • Boys II Men - 1994. My favorite group ever. They were on top of the world in '94.
  • If you could redo any moment in your life, what would it be and why?
  • Everything bad that's happened to me has made me stronger.
  • What's been the most surprising part of the Idol experience so far?
  • The people! Everone is down to earth and friendly.
  • What's been the scariest part of the Idol experience so far?
  • The waiting.
  • How do you combat stage fright?
  • Remind myself that being nervous only hurts my performance.
  • What makes a great performer?
  • Energy and talent.
  • How has music moved you?
  • It's my emotional outlet and the thing that makes me happiest.
  • What was the first concert you attended?
  • Boys II Men.
  • If you could perform in any venue in the world, where would that be?
  • Kennedy Center.
  • Who's been your favorite Idol thus far?
  • Kelly Clarkson.
  • Who is the person that you would most like to meet?
  • Barack Obama.
  • If you have 24 hours to do anything you wanted, what would you do?
  • Spend a day in DC with my best friends.
  • Who are your musical influences?
  • Stevie, Chris Brown, Boys II Men, Michael Jackson.
  • How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
  • I am who I am and most people appreciate the simplicity of honesty.
  • If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
  • My teeth -- wear your retainer!
  • What's been your favorite moment so far?
  • Peforming "My Perogative" during Hollywood.
  • Do you think the audition process was fair?
  • It is definitely not for the weak of heart, but I think, mostly, yes.
  • Do you have any good luck charms?
  • A button reading "Even" in honor of the late Eve Marie Carson -- I wore it at my graduation.
  • What would people be surprised to learn about you?
  • I'm easily riled up, especially about UNC basketball.
  • Who is your favorite judge and why?
  • Randy has common sense, experience and a good attitude.
  • If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?
  • Play the piano or guitar well.
  • What's your proudest moment?
  • Singing in front of friends and family at the Clef Hangers 30th Anniversary concert.
  • What's your most embarrassing moment?
  • Being shown doing a stupid dance in the preview for the KC audition show.
  • Do you have any rituals or things you do before you perform?
  • Just get pumped up - jump around, etc.
  • What album would your friends be surprised you own?
  • Houses of the Holy by Led Zeppelin.
  • What are your personal goals in life?
  • Be the best at what I do every day.
  • If you don't make it on American Idol, what will you do?
  • Pursue music, some way.
  • What other talents do you have?
  • I'm pretty much a one trick pony.
  • Do you have any formal singing training?
  • No.
  • When did you first start to sing?
  • Age 2. Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.

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