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She may have won with her version of American Idol's 2004 single "I Believe", but it was her passionate take on George Gershwin's "Summertime" that had everyone talking weeks after she had performed. That she delivers teen-pop and classics from the American songbook with equal conviction is a testament to the versatility of singer Fantasia Barrino. Confident to the degree you could consider her brash, Barrino seemed an unlikely candidate to take the teen-oriented show's title at first glance, but with her dynamic gospel-tinged voice that never failed her, she not only became the Idol judges' obvious favorite, but the American public's too. Born and raised in High Point, North Carolina, Barrino fell in love with music through the recordings of Monica, Brandy, Aretha Franklin, Pink, and - in keeping with her diverseness- Aerosmith. Being a 19-year-old single mother and an Idol finalist had some of the media mumbling and sneering but the always-certain Barrino paid no mind. Becoming a mother at the age of 17 had focused Barrino and gave her the strength and drive to audition for the show in Atlanta. Out of 70,000 hopefuls, Barrino earned her way to the top by adjusting her style to whatever genre was thrown at her. Upon beating runner-up Diana DeGarmo, Barrino's first words as American Idol 2004 were "I broke my shoe!" Numerous appearances on talk shows and a cameo on the television show American Dreams - playing the role of her beloved Aretha Franklin - followed. Barrino made history when she became the first artist in history to debut at 1 with their first single, "I Believe" - written by Idol alum Tamyra Gray. J-Records released her full-length debut, Free Yourself, in November of 2004. David Jeffries, All Music Guide

INTERVIEW Q&A

When did you first start to sing?
When I was about 5 years old.

Do you have any formal singing training?
No. It all came from the man, God.

What other talents do you have?
None.

If you don’t make it on AMERICAN IDOL, what will you do?
I’m gonna keep on fighting for my dreams.

What are your personal goals in life?
To be a star before I die.

What album would your friends be surprised you own?
Aerosmith.

What is the first CD you ever bought?
Monica/Brandy.

What is in your CD player right now?
Fantasia Barrino. Ha!

Who is your AMERICAN IDOL?
Nobody.

What is your favorite type of music?
I like it all.

What is your favorite song to sing?
“Change Gonna Come.”

Favorite male pop artist?
Nobody.

Favorite female pop artist?
Pink.

Favorite album of all time?
Aretha Franklin.

Who in the music world do you think your style is most like?
No one. I try to be Fantasia.

Most embarrassing moment?
When I was going up to sing, I fell down and people started laughing.

If you couldn’t sing, which talent would you most like to have?
I would like to act some.

What has been your proudest moment in life so far?
Having my child.

What is your definition of an AMERICAN IDOL?
First of all, an Idol is someone that you can look up to, someone who carries themself in a way that people will look up to them.

Why do you want to be an AMERICAN IDOL?
I feel like it’s my time and I’m ready for America.

Who is your favorite judge and why?
Simon. He is real.

Who is your least favorite judge and why?
I like them all.

What advice do you have for other hopefuls?
Be yourself.

What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I am crazy.

Source: Fox

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