Maui No Ka Oi
Some people describe life as being a journey rather than a destination. To the extent that is true, I think American Idol contestant Camile Velasco has had an interesting journey. The gentle soul from Maui made it past the tens of thousands of people who thought they had talent but didn't and made it down to the final nine.
In my heart, I knew she would not make it much farther because she didn't (yet) have the confidence in her self that is needed to be a good performer. From what I've read in the local papers, last week was the 10th time in her life that she had performed before an audience. It is no wonder then that her nerves betrayed her.
Having said that, I don't think a pop idol is where her path lays. She appears to be most comfortable in singing hip hop and perhaps if she concentrates on recording rather than singing live she can grow into herself and find the confidence she needs. Whichever path she takes, she has made Hawaii proud of her and I wish her the best in her future endeavors.
As to the others who remain in the show, I have to wonder how some of them are still around. Could it be, as two of the three judges said last night that voting is based on personality, or something as simple as where you are from rather than how well you sang the night before?
Given some of the remaining people I would say yes.
In any case, tomorrow is a state holiday (Good Friday) so I will be off. Have a Great Weekend Everyone and I'll see you, God willing and the 'crick don't rise, back here on Monday - Aloha!