ruben studdard		carrie underwood		jordin sparks
kelly clarkson		fantasia barrino		taylor hicks		david cook

Kelly Clarkson

Being on a stage in front of millions is the biggest rush for me. It's like I'm kind of nervous at first, but once I get out there I never want to leave the stage.
I like every judge, but if I had to pick a favorite, it would probably be Paula simply because I am more familiar with her.
Age: 20
Hometown: Burleson, TX

Ruben Studdard

I want to be someone who represents the people of America. I also would like to show off my talents as an idol in many eyes.
Randy is my favorite judge because he tells it like it is without being rude. Simon is my least favorite just because.
Age: 25
From: Birmingham, AL

Fantasia Barrino

First of all, an Idol is someone that you can look up to, someone who carries them self in a way that people will look up to them.
I feel like it's my time and I'm ready for America.
Simon is my favorite judge because he tells it like it is.
Age: 19
Hometown: High Point, NC

Carrie Underwood

I am someone who is nice, talented, and deserves being an American Idol.
Randy is my favorite judge because he called me "dawg".
Age: 21
Hometown: Checotah, OK

Taylor hicks

I am very talented and humble and I think I should be the American Idol.
Randy is my favorite judge because he plays an instrument.
Age: 29
Hometown: Birmingham, AL

Jordin sparks
I want to be someone people of all ages can look up to.
Simon is my favorite judge because he’s brutally honest and thinks I’m “sweet.”
Age: 17
Hometown: Glendale, AZ

David cook
My brothers are my inspiration.
Anyone out there trying to be an Idol take the time to enjoy it, not just experience it.
Nobody can say they've worked harder for this or have wanted it more than me.
Age: 25
Hometown: Blue Springs, MO