Top 10 Successful American Idol Contestants Who Didn't Win

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You don't have to win to be successful! For this list, we’ll be looking at the most notable contestants who lost “American Idol” but ultimately proved their star power outside the show. Our countdown includes contestants Katie Stevens, Lauren Alaina, Chris Daughtry and more! Which of these superstars do you think should’ve won their season? Let us know in the comments!
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@emilovescatsxo 11 месяцев назад

I’d say Chris Daughtry, Jennifer Hudson, and Adam Lambert have proved you don’t need to win to be successful.

@RyanSchilling-fg9qn 11 месяцев назад

Chris also proved you can be the most generic thing to ever live and still be successful

@emilovescatsxo 11 месяцев назад

@@RyanSchilling-fg9qn Yep!

@DannyAndrewsjudematic 9 месяцев назад

indeed

@azzz7279 3 месяца назад

Lauren Alaina & Gabby Barrett were also pretty successful as well

@Pamtorres2003 11 месяцев назад

If I remember right, the band Daughtry was a band before the lead singer, Chris, took a temporary leave to participate in American Idol. Right after he was voted off, he went back to the band and was signed. I think this was a very smart move, as it gave Daughtry exposure they would've never received otherwise, and it was free.

@kaylashrader232 11 месяцев назад

Not quite - he had bands, but didn't work with any of the band members prior to working on American Idol, though he did have a couple bands prior to American Idol.

@VeteranCapybara 11 месяцев назад

I think Daughtry was formed after Idol. If I recall correctly, the band Fuel offered him the lead singer gig and he declined to do his own thing

@trassaya 11 месяцев назад

He was also offered a job as the new lead singer of Fuel; but he turned it down in order to form his own band. He wanted to sing his own songs and earn success based on his own talent, not on someone else's built-in fan base. Which also turned out to be a very smart move

@erinhawks6602 5 месяцев назад

So I personally know Chris. Both my husband and I used to work with him at Crown, the car dealership where he was a Service Advisor prior to going on American Idol. Yes, he had a band that he played with for several years at several local bars in Greensboro, NC but especially the Clubhouse every Friday night. One of the band members became one of the band members of Daughtry. The other members of his original group weren't able to uproot their lives, which is why they didn't go on to join Daughtry. And Yes...Chris took a leave of absence to be on American Idol. In fact, there are several dealerships under the Crown name but when American Idol was on all the TV's in all the buildings were turned on to the show so that the moment everyone could immediately start calling in and vote for Chris we could. Everyone on all lots stopped what they were doing to immediately to vote for Chris and support him.

@Ms_me914 11 месяцев назад

Adam lambert and Chris daughtry should have won their seasons. Their both amazing

@GaryWalshDublin 11 месяцев назад

Agreed

@Htx.lunatic 11 месяцев назад

But it's a preference contest. Not necessarily a talent contest. This is why Britney Spears outsells Christina Aguilera

@TheLambertLover 11 месяцев назад

@@Htx.lunatic Actually Adam lost due to cheating.

@paigedambro 11 месяцев назад

I quit watching when Chris daughtry lost cuz in my opinion it showed me it was rigged. Gave it a second chance with Adam lambert and after he lost I stopped watching and never looked back

@kathrynhutchinson4838 11 месяцев назад

I’m glad they didn’t win, I think they’ve done better on their own

@marilynpackham3914 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert is not only a fantastic vocalist but a truly amazing all round entertainer and showman!

@PANIC_aka_PinD 3 месяца назад

BWAHAHA! ... no.

@celticpoet21 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert is phenomenal! His chemistry with Queen is priceless! I'm still amazed at how fast the next American branch of the Rhapsody tour sold out! I love how much Dr. Sir Brian May and Roger Taylor absolutely adore him! It's with excellent reason that Dr. Sir Brian himself calls Adam "The gift From God"! Also, it's not just anybody who can bring such legends as Cher to tears with a heartbreaking rendition of Believe!

@nicolelylewis 11 месяцев назад

they should have picked Marc Martel...but he has done stuff with them since

@tonicutrone8640 11 месяцев назад

Yes they adore Adam

@lilyz2156 11 месяцев назад

@@nicolelylewis No, they shouldn't have. Adam has the total package, atmospheric vocals, charismatic personality, humility and outstanding frontman. Queen made the right decision, and there is chemistry within the band.

@laurenirby3782 10 месяцев назад

ADAM certainly is a true gift from GOD! LOVE you Adam!

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul 5 месяцев назад

@@nicolelylewisinsignificant Marc the mimic "hasn't done " anything with Queen. He was hired by Roger Taylor as one of the singers in his tribute band which ended years ago when Marc and his team decided to abandon his job with Roger Taylor and started his own tribute band. Marc was never considered, was never a choice to front Queen. He's merely 1 of 70 worldwide Freddie Mercury mimics. I don't think Marc even realizes what the QUEEN music he's singing is all about. You'll never see Marc sing GET DOWN MAKE LOVE or Tutti Fruity live on stage.

@shell150675 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert was the best thing to happen to American Idol. He is a fabulous singer, entertainer and an all round decent and good person ❤

@laurenirby3782 10 месяцев назад

ADAM is the ABSOLUTE BEST EVER! LOVE YOU so very MUCH!

@bjoerndippon4915 10 месяцев назад

Adam Lamberts voice is simply a killer... And not enough: he is a great entertainer and brings in some Glam-Rock-Drama! ❤

@terricunningham6810 11 месяцев назад

I have 99% of all of Daughtry's cd's....love them!!! And Adam Lambert being the front man for Queen is so cool...love him. His wheel of musical impressions of Cher was most EXCELLENT!!!!

@ma53jg 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert is my favorite. What a voice!

@art.of.verser 11 месяцев назад

J-Hud has the goods!!! Sure she didn't win AI, but motivation for her is part of her success!!! I couldn't be happier!! ❤️🌟

@shandrabrooks6431 11 месяцев назад

It makes her success even sweeter as Simon blasted her over her weight. She should have won that season. I still believe the producers took her out and not the votes.

@lovisaborgstrom6882 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert!! He is totally outstanding! And he are just being better and better for every year! ❤ and togheter with queen is magic!!! 🎉❤

@emilovescatsxo 11 месяцев назад

Adam may not have won the title, but he won an amazing career. He’s fantastic and I love being a fan of his ❤

@gregmeyer9595 11 месяцев назад

I remember when I saw Daughtry audition, I said out to everyone that he’s gonna be huge in music. There’s so much more beyond talent, there’s a gravitas (an X factor) that he has.

@Salicat99 2 месяца назад

I told my husband, upon finishing watching Daughtry's audition, that I am buying his album!

@amandafeinner474 10 месяцев назад

Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert should've won their respective seasons. They're both phenomenal and amazing singers. It shocked me and a lot of others when Daughtry finished 4th place and Adam became the runner-up. At least there were a few actual winners in the past seasons that became successful singers and household names.

@ddjr6673 10 месяцев назад

From a UK perspective this is fascinating - Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson are true global superstars with undeniable talent and charisma and love the rest will definitely check out some of their music ❤❤❤

@jenniferburns2530 11 месяцев назад

I stopped watching after Adam Lambert came in second, as he was so clearly a star whenever he performed. In the end, I suspect he was better off since he had more creative control on his first album than he would have under and Idol contract.

@julieta8683 11 месяцев назад

I feel that both Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson should've won 1st place 💕

@maryellenyarusso7029 11 месяцев назад

Didn't hurt either one of them both have become more successful than the winners

@youtubejay2330 10 месяцев назад

Adam i agree. Jennifer no, she had very strong competition during her season. Fantasia deserved the win

@Kylelongwest 11 месяцев назад

Listening to you describing Jennifer's success give me chill. She's amazing

@kefinkamed 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert was simply too big for AI. The minute he stepped on that stage, it was obvious he was a full-fledged singer and all he needed was a platform to bounce off of. He may not have won the contest, but the fact that Brian May and Roger Taylor handpicked him is the ultimate trophy.

@babakpersian 9 месяцев назад

Yes, and what makes me mad is Simon's reactions to his performances. Simon reacted as if he was an ordinary contestant. He was jealous of him.

@hectorsmommy1717 11 месяцев назад

These types of talent shows are great because you don't have to win in order to "win". Getting seen or heard by the right people who can further your career is more important than the top prize . . . and in some cases can be better because the artist has more freedom to choose.

@andrewshaughnessy5828 11 месяцев назад

True, look at Lindsey Stirling. She went out at the quarter-final stage of America's Got Talent, but still became a star.

@hectorsmommy1717 11 месяцев назад

@@andrewshaughnessy5828 Probably the most well known "loser" who won big is Susan Boyle.

@susanwahl6322 11 месяцев назад

I really hated the way Simon treated Linsey Stirling. I was yelling at my screen, Shut up you fool! Just listen! I’m glad she had the success that she had.

@butterlagmay5168 10 месяцев назад

right. Melanie Martinez and Morgan Wallen from The Voice was by far the most successful singers from The Voice and they didn't even win that competition ❤

@tonicutrone8640 11 месяцев назад

Love this one! Such amazing talent! And Adam Lambert? Delish !!!!

@RetrotikaYT 11 месяцев назад

i was like - Daughtry MUST be on this list - and I was greeted with his beautiful music. XD

@EnterTheAttic 9 месяцев назад

Chris Daughtry and Adam Lambert are two of my all time favorite artists! True vocalists!

@anniek4919 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson. Both icons. Shocking they didn’t win

@Salicat99 2 месяца назад

Especially when I can't even remember the name of the person who actually won!

@susanfleming6872 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert ❤️ Should Have Won!! We All Know Who The RealWinner Was❤❤❤❤❤

@laurenirby3782 10 месяцев назад

YES, INDEED! YEAH! ADAM! BEST EVER!

@user-ul8pu2ej3i 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert and Chris Daughtry - cool vocalists

@albertohurtado9233 11 месяцев назад

When I auditioned for idol season 7 I made it before the judges. During filming day I stood in line with David Archuleta. It was amazing to see his career blossom.

@Trinirockkstar 11 месяцев назад

Jennifer is so inspirational ❤

@jamiemcdowell1109 11 месяцев назад

I haven’t watched American Idol, because I don’t live in the US. But it is the crime of the CENTURY that Todrick Hall and Adam Lambert didn’t win their respective seasons. I mean, they’re probably both better off for it but STILL! Adam Lambert is one of the most talented and underrated vocalists alive! And Todrick is also UNBELIEVABLY talented! Ugh!🙄😒😤

@lilyz2156 10 месяцев назад

it's been 14yrs since AI for Adam, it's a non issue. I had no idea Todrick was on AI I've seen him on Broadway and Pentatonix video with Lindsey Stirling. Very talented guy.

@jamiemcdowell1109 10 месяцев назад

@@lilyz2156 Wdym “it’s a non issue”???

@lilyz2156 10 месяцев назад

@@jamiemcdowell1109 Adam not winning AI season 8 is not relevant anymore it's been 14yrs. He has achieved more than a majority of winners, He has an astounding voice, multiplatinum sales, 5 albums and a 6th on the way along with a forthcoming broadway show, incoming tour in October as Queens frontman, and many solo tours. Not winning doesn't matter, it's what u do with the experience and exposure that matters.

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul 5 месяцев назад

It's always relevant because it's always mentioned 99% of the time when anything about Adam Lambert is discussed live on TV worldwide since 2009 up to date..2023 and gives failed kris free advertisements. Even on the 2019 NETFLIX MOVIE The Show Must Go On.

@abc440070 11 месяцев назад

Pickler, Daughtry, Hudson and Lambert were my bets for their respective (had 2 for Season 5, because that season really had a good pool of artists), but yeah, they didn't win. Happy they're thriving.

@leighlofgren 10 месяцев назад

Adam Lamberty and Chris Doughty for sure should have fun - both were and are brilliant

@proteus9126 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert should have been number one on the list

@GjpgrD 10 месяцев назад

Baloney... Jennifer is far more accomplished in multiple fields. EGOT, baby!!!!

@TheLambertLover 3 месяца назад

@@GjpgrD Yet Adam's net worth is higher. Hmmm.

@S.E.C-R 11 месяцев назад

I forgot about some of them over the years. I like them all but LOVVVE Chris Daughtry, I saw him in concert and if course Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert!!

@lesareek5376 9 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert was the best hands down!!

@bubblez7226 11 месяцев назад

I love Daughtry. I loved when I first seen him on AI, and have followed him since.

@ginnyisley3329 11 месяцев назад

Don't get me wrong they're all very talented. My favorites are Chris Daughtry David archuleta Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson.

@annafowdy 11 месяцев назад

Thought Michael J Woodard would be here. Last year, he was nominated for an Annie Award.

@victoriagrove5344 9 месяцев назад

Nobody better than Adam, winners or just in the competition. Adam Lambert is the most talented of them all!

@KylieLF1 10 месяцев назад

Chris Daughtry is my favorite. Still listen to his amazing songs in 2023

@rc7016 10 месяцев назад

the correct answer is always Adam Lambert. Try to name the guy that won his season over him.... good luck. No disrespect to Hudson but she spends her time as hosts on various singing competitions while Lambert is out touring with Queen. Not to mention Lambert's covers of Believe at the Kennedy Center and his cover of Bowie's Starman and probably two of the best covers ever.

@mariehernandez5878 3 дня назад

Kris Allen. I believe it is because he had broader appeal and snagged Danny Gokey's fans once he was eliminated.

@karinaflores28 10 месяцев назад

My Fav, Adam Lambert !! solo and with Queen !

@westonunderwood4563 11 месяцев назад

Gabby, Adam, and Jennifer were my favs that i thought i wanted them to win.

@sandraashton868 10 месяцев назад

Adam should have been in first place on American Idol and this list!!

@MarcNkengue 4 дня назад

Not at all😂😂😂 j hud has won every award under the sun

@sarasmith9539 10 месяцев назад

Love love Adam Lambert. He's amazing. Chris Daughtry is great too.

@Kpopk1ng 11 месяцев назад

I had no idea Todrick Hall was on American idol

@w1ll0wee15 10 месяцев назад

My fav Adam! I love Gabby, Daughtry, J Hudson, Kelly pickler, Colton D, Clay, Tori K.. so many great singers that didn't win! My fav of winners are Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, David Cook, Fantasia.. Don't remember most of the winners.. My favorite of Judges were the 3 originals, later J Lopez and the 2 men with her.. I am so tired of Katy P and other 2 men currently judging American Idol.

@ladykoiwolfe 11 месяцев назад

I don't watch talent shows so I had never seen any of these people on the show. I was invited to a Daughtry concert by an aunt and said sure, I love live music and she has good taste. After the show I learned he had been on the show and was surprised he hadn't won.

@stevegallo8483 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert and Gabby Barrett both should have won their seasons, and not surprisingly there was controversy and rumors of rigging the results both of those seasons. In Gabby's season during the final round of competition, Katy Perry openly campaigned for Maddie Poppe and actually pulled out her cell phone ON THE AIR to vote for Maddie, who won. There is no way Katy's actions didn't influence the results. In Adam's season, he was easily the best but was also openly and flamboyantly gay. Yet somehow Kris Allen, the "safe" pick, won. By the way, you missed that Gabby won multiple CMA and ACM awards for her debut album, and she has a second album in the works.

@TheLambertLover 11 месяцев назад

Adam lost because of cheating by Arkansas.

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul 5 месяцев назад

It's laughable how Arkansas' 2.8 population in 2009 managed to accomplish voting 38m during their voting parties which started early on the competition. Winners of wide screen TV'S, Chick-fil-A and other prices didn't even support his Album, no wonder RCA dropped him in 2012, the same year Adam Lambert's 2nd Album debuted #1 on BILLBOARD 200 and insured his voice for 48million. kris knew an AT&T employee distributed free cphones and provided instructions on how to speed dial, block Adam Lambert's voters. kris is a backstabber, pretended to be a friend while participating in those voting parties for him, he deserves his name..kris if you know what that is. That AT&T employee was fired after the finale, moved out of Arkansas, was introduced to me, he averted his eyes and slinked away like a 🐛.

@nicolelylewis 11 месяцев назад

I didn't realize Danny Gokey and Mandisa were both on American Idol!

@Dpageantbuff 11 месяцев назад

Jennifer Hudson is amazing! Wow lots of successful idols

@TramiNguyen-oi3kp 11 месяцев назад

I love these American Idol stars!

@deborahtorres276 10 месяцев назад

Adams Amazing!!💜😘

@mmc3731 10 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert, David Archuleta, Jennifer Hudson, Clark Beckham, Alejandro Arandq should have all won 1st place

@eliseintheattic9697 11 месяцев назад

Jennifer Hudson was my favorite the year she was on American Idol. Back then we could listen to repeats of the performances on the AI website. I used to play hers over and over. I thought she was so talented and also very warm and down to earth. She put up with a lot of nasty comments from Simon. It has always made me very happy that despite an early elimination, she has had the broadest success of any AI contestant.

@shayhoff7064 Месяц назад

Daughtrey and Lambert are national treasures!! Keep on rocking!!!

@trassaya 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert and Chris Daughtry deserved to win their seasons; NO QUESTION! But so did Clay Aiken, and I am shocked he is not on in the top ten! His first album, "Messure of a Man", went double platinum, and he had two top ten singles; including the number one single of 2003, with "This is the Night/Bridge Over Troubled Water." He also had a very successful Broadway debut in Spamamolot, back in 2007. All of these things make him more successful than the majority of people on this list. Whether like style of music or not. Even if you think he is just too old fashioned. He has easily earned a top five spot in your top ten and not just an honorable mention!

@clavisolemgbe4124 11 месяцев назад

Did know that Adam Lambert was on American Idol🤔?

@Pamela.Schultz 9 месяцев назад

Lauren, Adam and Chris should have won. There is a reason Chris's elimination was so shocking. It's because when we called to vote, the recorded message said thank you for voting for Taylor Hicks. He was straight up robbed that night. It's okay though.. Taylor who? He's nowhere to be found.

@kathyd53 9 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert should have won his season. The was definitely the most talened.

@karenhardie1132 10 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert, Jennifer Hudson, Daughtry, Kat McPhee, Lauren Daigle. Lots of talent. I think singers from little big town and glee also lost. You sure dont need to win to succeed.

@GjpgrD 10 месяцев назад

Clay Aiken sold more records & made more millions touring than most of the folks on this list. To relegate him to "honorable mention" is completely laughable. Whoever compiled this is obviously very young &/or failed to do their research. I do agree that Jennifer is #1, however.

@rosarioespino7792 2 месяца назад

I agree with you. Clay Aiken can belt high notes. His vocal range is unbelievable & very powerful. He should have won but votes for Clay were jammed , can't get thru. It became very controversial at that time as there's only one line to call. Even music Industry professionals praised him. I wish young generations would watch AI season 2 finale Clay Aiken's greatest performance.

@veteranJMacfan 11 месяцев назад

How is Colton Dixon NOT on this list? He went on to become a super successful Christian artist after going home way too early on Season 11. Clay Aiken should've been on the actual list- but oddly I forgot about him and I own three of his albums (although his debut was by far the best). Chris Daughtry- omg- definitely a huge success despite not winning the show. The three albums I own of his are amazing :D

@Mattyhull1 11 месяцев назад

YES!!! He should absolutly on this list!!!

@RajaReign78 11 месяцев назад

Diana DeGarmo deserved to be at least an honorable mention. She’s extremely talented and can sang. Hello broadway anyone? 😐

@DannyAndrewsjudematic 9 месяцев назад

wow, I still remember the final with Fantasia singing the song written by Tamyra Gray, wow Diana's version chills my skin nowadays.

@CarterStreet128 11 месяцев назад

Seriously!?! How could Clay be an honorable mention!? He totally deserves to be on this list!!

@irenewadebelcher5925 10 месяцев назад

I totally agree with you. He deserved to win far more than his opponent?

@DannyAndrewsjudematic 9 месяцев назад

i think the same, the way he sings wow its very very beautiful.

@Ms_me914 11 месяцев назад

J-hud should’ve won too! She’s amazing

@emilovescatsxo 11 месяцев назад

And I can’t believe Tori Kelly didn’t make it further!

@SweetSingAlong 11 месяцев назад

Maybe do a list of American Idols who were on The Masked Singer. 😂

@LisaBenjamin-jt4mq 8 часов назад

Oh HELL YEAH!

@juliegrossman-13 11 месяцев назад

Tori Kelly looks so different with black long hair but still beautiful and talented along with loving Daughtery

@shorty_209 10 месяцев назад

Adam was robbed for sure but I'm so proud of him ❤️

@Mistyvalentine 10 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert's win was stolen from him. Thank God Queen saw his immense talent and signed him on to be the lead singer! In my opinion, Adam Lambert was the most talented of all the contestants that didn't win.

@funhere1 10 месяцев назад

Adam lambert should be #1

@jobydogwhisperer4163 2 месяца назад

Loved this. Adam Lambert best male and Jennifer Hudson best female.

@suephagan2020 9 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert should have won!

@madmartagan100 11 месяцев назад

You know your a legend when ,1 after loosing American Idol, somebody has to say, "introducing Academy Award winning actress..." I would say she deserves the EGOT.

@phoebeockenden7422 11 месяцев назад

Adam lambert

@gingerhammond6446 9 месяцев назад

Definitely Adam Lambert!

@user-iq6cc3df3l Месяц назад

I think Adam Lambert is otherworldly. He is probably the best singer ever on any of these shows. Thing is though, from what I understand, it’s actually better to NOT win as you don’t get tied into a contract. But when he performed with Queen it was hilarious because you could tell that Brian May was thinking, “We just found our singer.”

@amberturner2821 11 месяцев назад

Daughtry has been my favourite band since I saw the video for It's Not Over ❤

@babakpersian 9 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert was on whole another level. Way higher quality performance than any Idols. He was already from day one better than many recording artists. what makes me mad is Simon's reactions to his performances. Simon reacted as if he was an ordinary contestant. He was jealous of him. In my opinion Simon wasn't a good judge. People thinks he was good because he was harsh.

@lorriebarnhill8385 9 месяцев назад

It doesn't matter if they didn't win they all got noticed and look where they are now so inspirational just awesome 👏

@pattiebraymanskelly954 11 месяцев назад

Missing Constantine, at least an honorable mention. He has had a very successful Broadway career

@tvbnine793 11 месяцев назад

God I was obsessed with Daughtry at the end of elementary school and throughout middle school. This video hit me with some big memories

@svetlanaandrasova6086 9 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert is the real winner. I mean,fronting Queen? No competition.

@chelseacanales8763 11 месяцев назад

Jennifer Hudson Tori Kelly Those two are amazing singers

@ChristionGirl45 11 месяцев назад

I love Danny Gokey! I never knew he was on American Idol, also I feel like Colton Dixon should be mentioned as he left in 7th place, and has an amazing career in the Christian music industry! 🎶

@melissagrovijohn4285 11 месяцев назад

I was going to mention Colton Dixon as well! He has some great songs!

@johnwiesner9590 10 месяцев назад

Colton originally wasn't planning on auditioning, like he did in a previous season and getting cut during Hollywood week. That year he went to support his younger sister who was auditioning, but the judges wanted him to audition as well. Both made it to Hollywood, and one thing I'll always remember is Colton breaking down when his sister got cut while he advanced, then him comforting her.

@annhenriques3520 10 месяцев назад

I remember Gokey for butchering Dream On. 😂

@BuzzRanking 11 месяцев назад

Who needs a shiny trophy when you have a chart-topping career? These American Idol contestants may not have claimed the title, but they've certainly claimed a spot in music history with their remarkable achievements

@BeLLE56 11 месяцев назад

Hear hear! Kinda reminds me of one direction coming third on the UK's xfactor. 😎😆

@maryghek 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert and Jennifer Hudson should have won!

@mattbosley3531 9 месяцев назад

I can't believe you didn't at least mention Lauren Daigle! She tried out for American Idol twice, and got eliminated both times, and still became a huge star with incredibly popular songs. They've even brought her back on the show.

@annisafriskimarwadamhuri5088 10 месяцев назад

Happy to see David Archuleta is mentioned too!!

@notyoaveragesouthernmama5734 4 месяца назад

Speaking of season 5 being the most watched, I'm surprised that Carly Smithson of We Are the Fallen didn't get an honorable mention. She has a great voice.

@neaford4093 11 месяцев назад

No Lucky Daye??? He has literally won Grammys and is doing amazing in R & B 😢 🤦🏽‍♀️

@YoSmoked 11 месяцев назад

*Can we take a moment to appreciate how much work he puts into these videos for us 😍*

@kittymommy2614 10 месяцев назад

Great artists in this group❤

@seankelly5223 9 месяцев назад

i think Adam lambert was the best singer ever

@andreasmith6528 10 месяцев назад

Well, I would have put Adam Lambert first with Jennifer Hudson as a close second. To front Queen for 10 years now and have a solo career is just a slice above. He's also been in shows and is currently writing a broadway musical (which I will crawl across the country to see if I have to). Jennifer Hudson is just amazing, so absolutely no disRESPECT. I would have put Daughtry third for sure, and McPhee 4th. Either one of them should have beaten Taylor Hicks. He seems like a great guy, but a terrible Idol winner.

@lisapierce8118 11 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert hands down!!!

@mathewk6026 11 месяцев назад

Haley reinhart deserves to be on this list ❤

@OneOfUsHere 11 месяцев назад

At least she is an honorable mention.

@valogden 11 месяцев назад

I know when it comes to the most successful AI contestants Adam is only behind Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood so he is the most successful financially of the non winners. He has also put out 5 albums and it was a shame his 4th Velvet came out the same week COVID shut everything down. It is his best I believe and the one he had the most creative input. He has been doing very well and appears as a judge on different programs and an actor on TV and recently the movie Fairyland that had it's premier at Sundance. He's also writing a Broadway show and said he's ready to write new music for a future album. He was also the headline act at London Pride and released a remake of the song Mighty Real that was the song of London Pride.

@TheLambertLover 11 месяцев назад

Actually on celebritynetworth, Adam is tied with Kelly Clarkson at $45 million.

@ddjr6673 10 месяцев назад

He was amazing at Pride 🎉🔥❤️

@doloresweatherspoon-bb4ul 5 месяцев назад

Adam Lambert is the only AIdol contestant who performed at Buckingham Palace for QUEEN Elizabeth's Jubilee and invited by Princess Catherine of Wales to perform live at Westminster Abbey.