To be honest, this is probably going to be one of my most difficult blogs. Why? I don't watch tv shows. Really the only time I turn my television on... is for background noise, you know just so these dorm rooms don't feel entirely creepy and lonesome.
Why did I choose American Idol? Well, my parents are big fans and frankly I don't get it. According to most surveys, such as the Nielson Ratings and USA Today, the show is not only in the top slot but the top two (one for each day it airs.) Also, if you look at the USA Today's rating list, you'll also see something interesting in the side bar. Under the TV section, you'll find a link entitled "Idol Chatter." From there, you can not only read blogs about Idol, you can find links to practically anything American Idol related.
So why all the hype? American Idol has it's highest ratings in the 18-49 Category, which is a huge chunk of the population. It also has a prime time slot, when most people are at home relaxing. I've also heard, several times, that the show has more voters, than a typical presidential election.
But I still don't understand it. Think about it, only two of the American Idol winners have gone on to be truly successful. For example, Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood have both gone on to be a success in the music industry and we're starting to see bits from last year's runner up. What about those other "Idols." Why is it that they were able to win and yet since have practically disappeared from the spot light? There is absolutely no limit on how many times a person can vote! So really, there aren't a ton of people voting. There are just people out there voting until their fingers fall off from dialing the phone!
So, to finish my rant. I don't get it, why is it number one... and apparently number two.
