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Clayadam from Washington sez....
Where is the love here? Clay blog it on his fan site and those who hated him took a chance to paste it around media. The lesson here is for Clay to be careful to what he says and keep the negative comment to himself. It is just an opinion folks and don't take it personally. Let us focus on what the two can give us with there respective future projects. Adam is talented and so as Clay. I think even though they have different styles if you just focus on the "voice" they both have the "gift". I love both of them. "People deal too much with the negative, with what is wrong...Why not try and see positive things, to just touch those things that make them bloom?"- Thich Nhat Hanh
5/25/2009 10:24:39 PM

DH from California sez....
Clay has ALWAYS been "sassy," haha. Interesting guy and the quintessential entertainer (which fans know, the weird tabloid-media not so much.) (Think Spamalot as a performance choice...) Anyway, not surprised he'd express an opinion, and not surprised he'd apologize if that opinion was taken out of context and misconstrued. He's a good guy (just ask Mike Nichols, Eric Idle, or anyone who actually knows Clay or has worked with him in a professional capacity. Not to mention UNICEF and other organizations he's worked with and for.)
5/25/2009 10:01:56 PM

Jake from Washington sez....
"To be honest, I rather enjoy this new, sassier Aiken. Shows that the AI machine can crank out more than just the usual bland popstar." Yeah, he's a lot more interesting to me now.
5/25/2009 8:17:08 PM

liz from usa sez....
to the editors: thank for posting this in a much more impartial way than the rest of the media. I already marked this site as a favorite.
5/25/2009 8:06:06 PM

hannah from salt lake city sez....
Sorry, Suz, Clay's been with a gorgeous dancer/model who's way hotter than Adam for the past year. In fact, Clay wrote his blog from France where his boyfriend is touring right now. Every gay person isn't attracted to every other gay person, just like every straight person isn't attracted to every other straight person. I understand why Adam's fans would be miffed at someone posting a criticism of their favorite, but I don't understand the over-the-top hatred directed at Clay that I've seen over the weekend, calling into question his character, insulting his child, vowing to destroy his career... just because he posted his opinion on ONE performance of Adam's in answer to a fan question. A performance, I might add, that overwhelmingly from the public & judges, was deemed his worst. The Adam fans better watch out because they're quickly developing a horrible reputation on the internet for attacking anyone who doesn't worship their goth Idol. Kinda scary.
5/25/2009 8:05:03 PM

Dolly from NJ sez....
In order to survive in the field, Adam has to develop a thick skin..just ask Clay!
5/25/2009 8:04:06 PM

Pat from Seattle sez....
I think the whole thing has been blown way out of proportion. Clay anwered a question on his fansite, it was taken out of context, and all hell broke loose. He's entitled to an opinion, and I just happen to think his opinion was right on both of his points. When all is said and done........Clay Aiken seems like a nice guy, great performer. Adam Lambert seems like a nice guy, great performer. There are more important things in the world to think about. 'Nuff said.
5/25/2009 7:00:12 PM

Suz from Singapore sez....
I think Clay just wanna get Adam's attention. Its confirmed Clay is also gay.
5/25/2009 6:22:20 PM

carole from east coast sez....
Seems to me this has all been blown way out of proportion. The meat of the whole thing was actually about how AI has changed over the past few years. No longer are the contestants the guys and gals working as waiters or teachers or students trying to do something with their music as best they can - and AI gave them a break. The last couple of years (especially sinced they raised the age to 29) has been filled with many fairly professional people as contestants. And I include Adam, and Carly from last year, in that group. Yes, they are talented. But no way would I vote for either of them. I liked AI the way it was originally premised to be. This year, for the first time, I actually did not watch or tape each show. The bias of the judges toward Adam was nauseating; and it sure seems close to "illegal" to have let Adam have a solo cover on a major entertainment magazine DURING the competition. I wish both men well and good careers. But as to AI, if they do not go back to the way it was in the early years, they've lost me as a viewer. Though I may not have agreed with Clay's evaluation of Adam, I do agree with his comments about AI 100 percent!
5/25/2009 5:31:07 PM

Shayla from Austin, TX sez....
How sad that Clay Aiken has been the media whipping boy for so many years making it perfectly acceptable to bash him for anything & everything he does & says, including by other music stars, some from Idol. (When did any of them ever apologize to him, btw?) But whoa, let Clay give an opinion about someone else's performance & stop the presses! How dare he think he can criticize anyone when the law of America is you can only criticize Clay Aiken & not vice versa. What a sick society this is.
5/25/2009 5:26:25 PM

Chris from NH sez....
Will, FYI, Clay has a whole boardful of male internet fans - get a clue. Men like good singing, too, idiot. I happen to be one of them. Don't give a crap about Adam or American Idol, so Clay's opinion is nothing to me except his opinion. We all have one and have a right to express it. That's what Adam fans don't get, apparently.
5/25/2009 5:12:53 PM

Monica from California sez....
That story about Clay stopping by the Idol studios to try to meet Adam is a lie. It did not happen. Clay made that clear when he said they have different styles. Clay didn't need to apologize, but he is classy and did so. Clay has been bashed and slammed by people all over the Internet for years and has taken it without complaint. Well, I'm sick of it. I like it when Clay expresses his opinion and lets the chips fall where they may. Say it, Clay.
5/25/2009 5:09:13 PM

Sharon from NC sez....
Clay's blog was in answer to a fan question on his private fan club. It was not meant for public viewing. He has a right to his opinion. I prefer the "colorful" language he used. He called it like he sees it. He didn't say anything many haven't been thinking. If Adam fans are this upset already over this, they are in for a rough ride when the honeymoon is over with the media.
5/25/2009 4:59:35 PM

danica from garden city sez....
I like the sassy Clay Aiken too . Thanks for your take on this .
5/25/2009 4:40:49 PM

will from real world sez....
All the Clay crazies posting as guys? WTH is with that? making it look like a guy gives a hoot about Clay..come on now.
5/25/2009 4:17:24 PM

Anne from Down South sez....
I read on Clay's fan board that there almost 6,000 articles concerning his blog/answer and his opinion about one song by another AI contestant. Where are those same articles when Clay is visiting dangerous countries and blogging for UNICEF? Can you just imagiane that if UNICEF had only $1.00 for each of those articles how many mosquito bed nets they could buy, or how many vaccines they could buy to save one child, or how much food to save one child from starving? I find it a very sad commentary on what peoples' priorities are in this country. And to take it one step further, what if EVERY one who posts a hateful comment about Clay Aiken in these 6,000 articles, took the time to send THEIR $1.00 to either UNICEF or a charity of their choice. Think how much good could be accomplished because of this one man - Clay Aiken. I am proud of this man and I am proud to call myself his fan.
5/25/2009 3:57:10 PM

Grant from Burlington sez....
What's the big deal...Clay gave an honest opinion...and he gets slammed for it... I say good for you Clay..nice to see someone tell it like it is...without being nasty..just giving an opinion of a song...Geez...you'd think he committed a crime??? The other thing I find more weird, is that some of his fans are saying that they are leaving him now, because he voiced 1 opinion???? Nice fans... Wow...I'd say he'd be better without those kind of fans anyways... Clay I really respect that you took the time to say what you really felt...I think that is cool!!! Good for you...
5/25/2009 3:52:50 PM

Lillian from Baltimore sez....
Why is it that when Clay Aiken speaks, everyone needs to pick it apart? Clay is an intelligent man and voiced his opinion of one of Adam's songs. His comment was not any different than the "glorious" judges on Idol. Give the man a break for goodness sake. Let him be!!!!!
5/25/2009 3:52:13 PM

Judy from Ontario sez....
This whole ordeal is blown out of proportion. Clay was answering a question on his private board...He waited until AI8 was over, before he said anything or made a comment...Right there..that shows class to me!!!!! He was referring to 1 song that Adam sang...Ring of Fire... My opinion of that performance was exactly the same as Clay's.. Awful.... Clay is a classy guy, and he really didn't need to give an apology to Adam....He has every right to his opinion...God knows, people sure don't mind giving their opinion about Clay... You know what they say about opinions...Everyone's got one....
5/25/2009 3:41:30 PM

Becky looney from Sutter,ca sez....
Clay chose to answer a question that was asked him over and over on his own official messageboard.. gave one comment over a song.. a song people..He didn't diss the mans character but you wouldn't know that the way he's being sliced and diced..Clay has a right to his opinion!! why aren't others out there getting the rough treatment like Clay they also voiced their opinions about AI8 and the finale.. It's unfair!!!
5/25/2009 2:57:08 PM

Renni from Montana sez....
Clay gives an opinion how he didn't like Adam's rendition of ROF, saying about the same thing as Simon and Randy did. Over the past years Clay has been called every negative, demeaning word the media, haters, and griefers could come up with. Where was the outrage? As Clay said Adam may be a very likeable guy and he's talented no doubt, but this has been made into a firestorm that is ridiculous. A word to the Adam fans, be careful and don't let the haters and stalkers take over on the net. It's he** out there.
5/25/2009 2:42:01 PM

joann from arizona sez....
Following Clay for six years now. No-one is more gracious and kind; also MAD talented. He did not diss adam; just gave his opinion when asked over and over again, on his private fan site. I have not watched AI since season 3. Have heard people who liked Adam and voted for him say that was a AWFUL performance (ROF).
5/25/2009 2:39:41 PM

me from somewhereoutthere sez....
So Adam & Kris are wonderful people because they are still friends? Guess what - Clay & Ruben are still the closest friends 6 years later. So Adam was gracious in defeat? Guess what - so was Clay in a major way. He pimped Ruben & Kimberley Locke to his fans for years. If you bother to do any research on Clay, you'd see that he's a good person with a huge heart for children. He uses his fame for all kinds of charitable causes, often to the detriment of his own career & even was doing it way before he became a star. When Adam does that, let's talk. In the meantime, stop with all the drama because someone you never liked to begin with doesn't care for ONE PERFORMANCE (universally accepted as his WORST performance) from your Idol. Get over it, children.
5/25/2009 2:30:37 PM

Anna from New York sez....
How does giving your opinion when asked in a private sector make Clay Aiken "a horrible person". He's horrible because he did not like ROF??? Is Adam or you "A horrible person" because you don't like the way Clay sang a song? Clay is a very nice guy, I know.
5/25/2009 2:14:16 PM

allisonuk from london sez....
Here's an interesting Clay story from a board that has nothing to do with him: "Late this afternoon I fell into an enormous pothole while making a turn off one of the local highways. Unfortunately it blew out my front tire. As I slowly inched the car onto the shoulder with my emergency signals on, another car was following me slowly. It pulled in front of me once I stopped, then got back on the road, drove to a spot it could turn around and came back. We didn't pay much attention and just got on the phone to AAA. To my surprise the car drove up next to us and down came it's window. The driver asked if we were okay and if we needed help. I told him what happened, saying we were already on the phone with AAA, and thanked him for stopping. He looked and sounded familiar and when I took off my sunglasses to get a better look I was pretty sure who I was talking to. I said, "Aren't you Clay?" He replied "yes" with a bit of a sigh in his voice. I thanked him again, telling him how nice it was of him to stop to see if we needed help. Yep, it was Clay Aiken folks! When the tow truck guy came we were telling him the story and at first he thought we were pulling his leg, but then got really excited and said how cool it was. I'm still bummed about the tire and what the repair is going to cost, especially if I find out there's any damage to the rim or axle, but refreshed by the kindness of this local celebrity! Pretty nice of Clay to offer his help when most ordinary people would just drive on by, wouldn't you say? Thanks, Clay, for being such a good guy!" There are hundreds of stories exactly like this over the years about Clay's good heart, helping people when he didn't need to, advocating for children all over the world. The media only enjoys the ones they can twist to make him look bad. I don't know how such a sweet person became a national whipping boy, but it is wrong on all levels. Leave Clay alone & let him have his right to an opinion on any topic. Adam & Clay's longtime boyfriend Reed are friends from their days in WICKED, so it's ridiculous to think that Clay would bash Adam personally. Give him & me a break!
5/25/2009 2:13:41 PM

Anna Dean from New York sez....
Does Adam like Clay's music? Must he love it, no. Same with Clay he doesn't have to like ROF many did not. I hated it, but liked Mad World. Clay never said anything personal about Adam. They know the same friends.
5/25/2009 2:06:35 PM

NotAnAIFan from Indiana sez....
It didn't take long for the Glambert fans to earn their rabid reputation, did it? How dare Mr. Aiken not bow down to the god that is Glambert! Everything he wrote about that piece of crap hokey show is right on the money... they push who they want to win & this year, America kicked it right back at them in their ass! Go, Kris Allen! HA!
5/25/2009 2:02:23 PM

Judy from NC sez....
Yeah, The AI judges pimped Adam as the winner every week from the get go. That was pretty insulting to the rest of the singers in competition. Adam could do no wrong and his version of Ring of Fire was just not that good. So I would say Clays opinion represents how a lot of the general public feels. I support Clay Aiken in saying it like it is.
5/25/2009 2:00:39 PM

Terry from Michigan sez....
Adam fans, don't get sucked into a fan war. It's not like that. People are making too big of deal out of this. Clay didn't really bash Adam, his opinion was of Ring of Fire and the singing. And Clay is right, Adam has already said he doesn't care what people think of him, he does what he likes.
5/25/2009 1:59:23 PM

Phil from Washington St sez....
I've seen the guy on TV - seems like an upright kind of person. He just said what a lot of us were thinking.
5/25/2009 1:49:37 PM

Ryan from California sez....
I just don't get the big deal. Let the man have his opinion. Last I heard we were still in a free country.
5/25/2009 1:40:54 PM

Llana from Llana@yahoo.com sez....
Clay Aiken is entitled to his opinion!
5/25/2009 1:35:26 PM

Geri from Los Angeles sez....
Clay didn't say anything that a lot of people thought. Give it up. He didn't murder anyone, he didn't to a bank, he just said that he didn't like a particular song. He also said that Adam was talented. But, that doesn't get the hits. Clay.......I stand by you completely.
5/25/2009 1:28:54 PM

Goldie from Arizona sez....
Lourdes, you crack me up. Talk about transparent, LOL. Clay is a nice guy who is entitled to his opinions - an opinion that most of the world could care less about. Interesting that he's such a media magnet after all these years that this blew up into such a big deal. Other idols have been trashing Clay (and each other)for years, do they get in the news? Nope.
5/25/2009 1:23:32 PM

Jack from USA sez....
What is the problem with Aiken giving his opinion? I thought this was the land of the free and the home of the brave. That is what we are supposed to be celebrating today. The men and women who fight for our right to voice an opinion. Good for him for using his rights.
5/25/2009 1:16:51 PM

James from Seattle sez....
This is funny. A guy states an opinion on a private site and it gets all over the news. So what... Clay didn't say anything that a lot of other people thought. From what I have heard, Clay is one of the good guys. The hatred stated is amazingly silly.
5/25/2009 1:15:05 PM

Sally from RI sez....
I have to agree with Clay's assessment of AI this year. Couldn't believe how "newsworthy" his remarks (which were made at his fansite in response to a fan question) became. Guess that man can still creat "buzz!" Wish he got this much attention for his UNICEF efforts and for the work he does through his Bubel Aiken Foundation. He is my idea of what an American Idol should be.
5/25/2009 1:14:53 PM

Funny from New York sez....
Adam and Kris rules!!! I love them!! Don't care what this Clay guy has to say. Ring of Fire is not that bad. I love it as it grows on you. Good Luck to Adam and Kris on their new careers. American Idol Rocks!!!
5/25/2009 1:12:24 PM

Jimmy from Oregon sez....
You go Clay......everything you said was correct. You are a good guy. Don't let the idiots get to you.
5/25/2009 1:11:45 PM

Mark from The heartland sez....
I read lots of comments around the internet about AI jumping the shark this year with the amount of pimping for Adam. Imagine how the other contestants felt when the judges were declaring Adam the next winner every week? I agree completely with Clay. He just said what others thought. As for Adam, nothing against him, the pimping wasnt his fault. But I agree about Ring of Fire. It hurt my ears, too. People often hear a song on the radio and don't like the voice. Happens all the time. Clay has a right to state his opinion however he wants. Even Adam knew it wasn't his best.
5/25/2009 1:10:20 PM

Mike from Arizona sez....
Well, Clay gives an opinion and gets called every horrible name in the world....but look at what is being said here. Which is worse.....certainly not Clay. Some of you haters need to chill. It says more about you than about Clay. You look like a fool.
5/25/2009 1:09:27 PM

Mark from The heartland sez....
I read lots of comments around the internet about AI jumping the shark this year with the amount of pimping for Adam. Imagine how the other contestants felt when the judges were declaring Adam the next winner every week? I agree completely with Clay. He just said what others thought. As for Adam, nothing against him, the pimping wasnt his fault. But I agree about Ring of Fire. It hurt my ears, too. People often hear a song on the radio and don't like the voice. Happens all the time. Clay has a right to state his opinion however he wants. Even Adam knew it wasn't his best.
5/25/2009 1:09:15 PM

Lourdes from Maryland sez....
His opinion has malicious intent. It is out to ruin somebody. And to apologize because majority of america hated him for it, was worst than anything else. It would have been better if didn't apologize as he didn't really mean his apology. What a cad. To think i initially though he has sophistication and manners. I realize that my love for Clay Aiken died with his write-up. Sorry Clay - you lost a fan!!! You guys should also think, this guy is a bitter person. I don't want to listening to his music. Now i am a Kris and Adam fan. Congratulations to both of them. May they have better careers that this wimp.
5/25/2009 1:08:28 PM

from sez....
I read lots of comments around the internet about AI jumping the shark this year with the amount of pimping for Adam. Imagine how the other contestants felt when the judges were declaring Adam the next winner every week? I agree completely with Clay. He just said what others thought. As for Adam, nothing against him, the pimping wasnt his fault. But I agree about Ring of Fire. It hurt my ears, too. People often hear a song on the radio and don't like the voice. Happens all the time. Clay has a right to state his opinion however he wants. Even Adam knew it wasn't his best.
5/25/2009 1:07:28 PM

Donsnana from California sez....
I wonder why people would be so angry that Clay gave his opinion. what's the big deal. I think some people just like to say nasty things because Clay sure didn't say anything nasty. you go, Clay........Don't be afraid to express your opinion.
5/25/2009 1:06:20 PM

Jasmine from Honolulu sez....
I voted for Ruben during Season 2, now I wish I'd voted for Clay!! How refreshing to hear an honest opinion!! You go Clay!!
5/25/2009 1:01:18 PM

Claire from New York sez....
Where is the love Clay? None from a selfish bitch! I hope your career (whatever is left of it) do a nose dive. Duh! Adam and Kris showed great friendship on the show. They are setting examples to the youth that there is unity in diversity. Great Kids.
5/25/2009 1:00:13 PM

Diane from New Jersey sez....
I read several weeks that Clay gave a filler to American Idol that he wanted to be part of the show but was stopped from going. Is this the reason why he is bitching. Sadly, he has to use Adam. Adam is sweet and nice. He will be more famous that this Guy. Good Luck to both Cris and Adam. May they look at clay and say - "thank God, we are so unlike him."
5/25/2009 12:57:00 PM

Carol from Idaho sez....
Insecure bitch is what Clay is. He should just keep her mouth shut! I am a Kradam fan and proud of it. You should learn from them. Be gracious and nice. Dont' be a jerk!
5/25/2009 12:53:27 PM

Karen from Utah sez....
I don't give a rat's ass on what Clay A. thinks. He should just shut the hell up. I really think he wants the news. I voted for both Kris and Adam. Seeing them in the finale made me realized that they are good hearted people. Unlike Clay. Hey Clay, if you have nothing nice to say. Shut UP!
5/25/2009 12:50:50 PM

wicangirl from Japan sez....
Clay who? Who is he again? He is know? Coz in my part of the world we don't know him.
5/25/2009 12:47:47 PM

anima from Texas sez....
I see the "sassier" side of Clay Aiken every time he goes on tour. His hysterical, witty, snarky banter is as entertaining as his singing. Judging from his first blog, Clay didn't need to explain his comments at all. I totally got what he meant the first time. He has a right to his opinion, however he chooses to give it.
5/25/2009 12:43:45 PM

Sprague from California sez....
Amazing how a comment on a private fanclub blog becomes such big news!!! I liked Adam on the show, but have to admit ROF was a bit of a head scratcher. I literally sat there with my mouth hanging open through the whole thing. Still not sure what I think of it. Clear what Clay thinks and he's certainly entitled to his opinion about the performance!! Don't think he needed to apologize at all, but he's a great guy so of course he did when it blew up into such a huge deal. I like sassy Clay, too!! LOL.
5/25/2009 12:43:37 PM

Sue from PDX sez....
:-0 I won't type what I said about that performance. Aiken voiced is honest opinion, nothing wrong with that. Seems like some people have blown it way out of proportion.
5/25/2009 12:43:21 PM

Lindy from Las Vegas sez....
Even celebrities are allowed an opinion. I actually agreed with what he said on all counts. I don't think he needed to apologize for what he said but in doing so puts him in good graces with those who were offended.
5/25/2009 12:40:38 PM

Marty from California sez....
Clay Aiken is an honorable man and why in the world he got all this press for an opinion is beyond me. You would have thought he committed a murder or was found "high" in the back of his car. Too bad he doesn't get the coverage when he takes the trips for UNICEF or works with his successful foundation. Thanks for this reasonable article.
5/25/2009 12:38:37 PM

Jared from St Louis sez....
You know what I like about Clay Aiken? He has the balls to tell it like it is. AI is exactly how he describes it now days. So he didn't like the rendition of ring of fire, nobody I know did either and they were insulted for Johnny Cash. Clay is an interesting guy and it's cool that he answers questions for his fans.
5/25/2009 12:34:49 PM

Jan from GA sez....
I like this sassier Clay Aiken also. He is entitled to his opinion as well as anyone else. I agree - he is very interesting and quite intelligent. He has opened a question and answer thread on the board and visit often to answer them. This is how that blog came to be.
5/25/2009 12:22:48 PM

matthew from florida sez....
Thanks for giving the first rational commentary on the situation that I've seen. I also appreciate Clay's insightful thoughts on the AI PR machine & how they try to influence the vote with their chosen one. That is what the blog was about, not Adam. But a few words about RING OF FIRE were taken out of context & passed all over the net for Adam's rapid fans to piss on. If you're not in lockstep with them, you're the devil (see Monica below). Also, why is Clay the only one not allowed to have an opinion. Elliott Yamin this week said that Kris Allen is bland, not an artist & didn't deserve to win. Where is the outrage on that one??? Why aren't Adam's fans vowing to destroy his career, hmmm? Lastly, for 6 years people have been bashing Clay's performances, even some former Idols & fellow artists. Not a single one of them have ever apologized to him. Again, where is the outrage?
5/25/2009 12:11:07 PM

jay from jay@yahoo.com sez....
I don't think he needs to "crawl back into his hole". What would this country be if we weren't allowed to express an opinion that is different from another's? I certainly don't wish to stifle someone's rights to express themselves, especially in something so diverse as musical opinion. Sheesh. It's not like he's making law or something, where many are affected and must follow that rule. It's just an opinion. Go on with yer badself, Mr. Aiken.:-)
5/25/2009 12:00:45 PM

Angel from California sez....
Our house was split on the Adam/Kris vote. "Bleeding ears" would have been a compliment compared to what my brothers thought of him each week. Mom and I disagree. Every one is entitled to an opinion. Aiken comes across as a very interesting guy.
5/25/2009 11:50:29 AM

betty from NYC sez....
Clay Aiken is entitled to his opinion and I give him props for apologizing to Adam for a poor choice of words. After reading his statement though, I watched Adam's performance of the song and agree with Clay...would not make me want to hear anything else by Adam. Simon's critique was FAR worse. Clay's opinion was in response to a question posed to him by a fan so it wasn't unsolicited and it was on a private site. Clay has opinions on many topics that he shares with fans. The guy is smart and pulls few punches. An interesting guy.
5/25/2009 11:48:41 AM

Monica from North Carolina sez....
Clay should crawl back in the hole he came out of.
5/25/2009 10:30:48 AM

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