The 2008 Top 12
(in alphabetical order by first name)
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Amanda Overmyer
23/Mulberry, IN
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
This. I am learning that to go out of my comfort zone can be beneficial and a growing experience. I am scared to death to quit my job to pursue this. I am not used to not being in control--this is definitely a learning experience.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Open up to people a little quicker. It takes me forever to trust others.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
I don't know if this makes me different, but I plan on listening and learning from the professionals who are experienced and know what they are doing.
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Brooke White
24/Mesa, AZ
Do you think the audition process was fair?
Absolutely, everyone had their moment to sing their lil' hearts out to the judges, everyone - all 100,000 of them.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I wish I wouldn't be such a worrier - I wish I could just let go and relax, yep.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
Just be myself. That sounds cliché, but that's my plan.
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Carly Smithson
24/San Diego, CA
Do you think the audition process was fair?
Yes, but some awesome voices went home and it breaks your heart.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I would like to be tan. For one day. My skin is too fair and I burn easy.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
I'm the only tattooed girl or person. And I don't sing rock so I think it'll help me a lot.
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Chikezie Eze
22/Inglewood, CA
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Constant rejections in musical endeavors.
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six seasons?
Elliott Yamin singing Donny Hathaway's "I Believe To My Soul."
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Nothing... God made me this way for a reason.
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David Archuleta
17/Murray, UT
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Believing that I could really be successful in a singing career.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I wouldn't change anything. Even the minor things or problems are what influence who I am.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
I plan on continuing to be myself. That's what has gotten me this far.
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David Cook
25/Blue Springs, MO
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Being confident enough in myself to chase this whole music thing.
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six seasons?
I've never really watched it a lot, but I do remember loving that "lemur" kid.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I'd buy some washboard abs. :)
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David Hernandez
24/Glendale, AZ
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six years?
When Fantasia won and cried during "Believe".
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
My impatience and insecurities.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
Singing from my soul and having great style!!
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Jason Castro
20/Rockwall, TX
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
A broken heart has been the toughest obstacle. No good. Never again.
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six years?
I remember seeing Jack Black once. I like him a lot. He's funny. Haha.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I wouldn't mind being a little taller...or a straighter nose. Haha.
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Kristy Lee Cook
24/Selma, OR
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Losing my record contract and then trying to prove myself again.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Things I've done in the past, but no regrets. I wouldn't change anything. I love my life.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
Well, I am a humble person. I believe God put me here to be a good example. I also think there should be a real outdoor country girl on the show.
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29/Buckhead, GA
What's been your toughest obstacle in life?
Making it in the music biz.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I can't tan my skin -- sux.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
Not planning, but it might just happen.
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Ramiele Malubay
20/Miramar, FL
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six years?
My favorite Idol moment in the past six seasons was Tamyra Gray singing "A House is not a Home."
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
If I could change one thing about myself, it would be my spending habits.
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
In this competition, I plan on just being myself. It's different enough.
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Syesha Mercado
21/Sarasota, FL
Do you think the audition process was fair?
Yes!
What has been your favorite "Idol" moment in the past six years?
Hmm...Fantasia singing "Summertime".
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I love me!
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