Sanjaya Malakar has already proven that he is the real American Idol in the competition. The name "American Idol" indicates that the person chosen should be someone who inspires success in others and acts as a positive role model through their actions. Sure, a good voice is a bonus but you don't have to have the vocal chords of Whitney Houston to become an idol in America. Sanjaya has definitely put a new spin on "American Idol" and has stirred up controversy more so than any other contestant in Idol history. So do you think Sanjaya has what it takes to be the real American Idol?

Sanjaya is a 17 year old boy who has grabbed the attention of everyone from Simon Cowell and Jay Leno to Howard Stern and David Lettermen. He definitely has everyone talking. But some dedicated American Idol fans are less than impressed with the mockery of this season and vow to never watch the show again, regardless of whether or not Sanjaya wins. Has one contestant single-handedly ruined the reputation of American Idol? Probably not. After all, it is the viewers that vote and Sanjaya has clearly made a lot of people happy. Some news sources even claim that Sanjaya is the number one highest searched person on the internet right now.
Do Avril Lavigne or Fergie have outstanding vocal abilities? Not really, but that doesn't mean they aren't highly successful in the music industry. They are being sold on their image and it's working for them. Give the kid a break. He's got a huge spirit that moves people. Why can't he be the next American Idol?
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