In our last episode, the ETS Crew discussed the harsh comments made by Usher. So that we’re all on the same page, here is exactly what Usher told the Associated Press:
“The true art form of music is being lost because it seems so easy that everyone can do it, and that it can happen overnight…Television is a lie. It can’t happen overnight. The artist who thinks it can just comes and goes. The reason why great singers cannot exist in this time is maybe because they’re not properly managed, and maybe they don’t understand the full gamut of what being an entertainer is.”
Having read the comment word for word, I tend to agree with Usher. The truth is, it takes years of hard work and determination to do anything in the entertainment industry. Things just don’t happen overnight. You need real talent to make it and have a successful career. Just take a look at some of the major flops and success stories of American Idol. We all know the major ones: Carrie Underwood, Fantasia & Kelly Clarkson. But what happened the Taylor Hicks, Ruben Studdard and Jordin Sparks? Although it might be true what Usher said, I still take exception to it.
I have no complaints about what Usher said, but he is also being fake himself. If he despised the TV Show so much, then why go on? The almighty dollar, that why! Whether you’re a fan or not, no one can deny the power that American Idol has. Even with the numbers spiraling downhill, it is still one of the most watched TV shows in America. Usher, much like many artists, will swallow their pride just to make an extra buck or two. I must admit, that I do watch the show, and lately, it has become a very long commercial for Hollywood. On elimination night, it is one commercial after another. It really sickens me!
The morale of this editorial, if you’re gonna open your mouth, you better say what you mean and follow through. Because if you don’t, then you just look like a millionaire cry baby! Which we already know, but do you have to point it out to everyone?
Very interesting page. I would like to listen to or watch a concert performance.