One of my guilty pleasures this summer was watching America's Got Talent. The show is better than American Idol because it allows for a wide range of talent. Plus there is no age limitation. They had as young as 5 to those in their real senior years. The talent ranged from magicians, stunt cyclist , dancers and of course singers of every genre.
The winner gets a million dollars , a show in Vegas . It is life changing. By in large , the people featured are everyday people who have perhaps performed in small scale stuff , but are not noticed in the bigger picture. It was fun also to watch those who thought they had talent and did not. But the hunger to have a shot at a dream , brings out the good,bad and ugly.
This season overall , I would say was the best. From the singers to the magicians . They entertained at a level that would rival even the most seasoned performers. But the final tonight was rewarding to watch because the person I wanted to win did.
Michael Grimm , a soulful singer from Mississippi area , raised by his grandparents and trying to forge a career but facing a lack of exposure , won the contest. He had a humble , all american appeal but the bottom line , the man can sing. His dream has come true . He has huge exposure thanks to the show and a million dollars in the bank . Hopefully he will be smart and it will set his life on a road that dreams were made of.
We all have dreams and sometimes they do come true .
2 comments:
You tube has it's faults. But, when you want to go to bed early, you can still watch what happened. Sometimes technology is great.
I am so glad Michael Grimm won. What a nice man and what incredible talent. That's who I wanted to win, too. I have to say, though, that the little girl had an amazing voice. Those two, who were the final two, were the right picks.
Dreams do come true, you know. At least for me, anyway. I'm married to you, aren't I? Love you, Mrs Reg
PS: I want his CD, when it comes out.
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