I vaguely recall the name Taylor Hicks from American Idol. He bested some talented people on the show that year, including Kellie Pickler, Katharine McPhee, and Chris Daughtry. But being vaguely recalled isn't the hoped-for goal of most of the contestants and certainly not of the winners, which Hicks was in season 5 ().
Blockbuster record sales, household-name stature (think of Kelly and Carrie) and massively sold-out concerts are typically the aim. Hicks, however, seemingly vanished off the grid. Now 48, he has actually been keeping a very hectic schedule and is pretty successful career-wise.
In , he had the dubious distinction of being on a list of Idol winners with fewest record sales. Per of West Palm Beach, Hicks, who is from Birmingham, Alabama, was credited with sales of , That was "[t]otal career reported album sales" at that time for 2 albums.
Fast forward to today. How and what is singer Taylor Hicks doing?
Taylor Hicks Has Been A Busy Guy
He Had Successful Singles, Did A Vegas Residency, And Wrote A Book
Per Alabama News Center, "The debut single on his first album release after the show, "Do I Make You Proud," debuted in the No. 1 spot on the Billboard
Taylor Hicks
Thanks to his high-powered stage performances of classic rock, blues, and R&B music, Taylor Hicks captured the highly coveted title of "American Idol" (Fox, ) during season five of the reality competition series. Taylor Reuben Hicks was born on Oct. 7, in Birmingham, AL. In elementary school, Hicks often performed and played the harmonica during class. By the time he was 14, his hair gradually started to turn gray.
The future "Idol" winner wrote his first song when he was 18, and learned to play the guitar a year later. After graduating from high school, Hicks enrolled in his home state's Auburn University to major in business and journalism, but dropped out after three years to pursue a music career. He first tried his luck in Nashville, TN, but because he was unable to land a recording contract, Hicks returned to Alabama, where he found steady work at various parties and events. By this time, he had already released two albums, In Your Time () and Under the Radar ().
In , Hicks auditioned for the fifth season of "American Idol" in Las Vegas, NV. In spite of judge Simon Cowell's objections, Hicks received a "golden ticket" to advance to the semi-final round in H
Whatever Happened To Taylor Hicks From American Idol?
ByTanvi AkhauriandThe List Staff
"American Idol" fans will likely recall the thrilling moment Taylor Hicks won Season 5 of the iconic reality singing competition (via EW). That was back in — and would you believe the Alabama native beat Katharine McPhee to take home the win (via Popsugar)? His signature single "Do I Make You Proud?" led the year-old to victory. In the process of securing the title and joining the likes of Kelly Clarkson in the winner's circle, he sang past the now more well-known Kellie Pickler and Chris Daughtry, who competed against Hicks during the season and finished in sixth and fourth place respectively, according to Reality TV World.
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AOL credits Hicks' distinctive voice for his win and noted that he went on to sign a record deal after the finale. His single debuted on the Billboard Hot in the top spot, so he made quite the entry into the competitive world of professional singing. Even the infamously tough to please "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell predicted Hicks would run away with the victory so, clearly, scores of fans loved him (via Today). Wit
Taylor Hicks
| The musician made music history as the oldest winner of the American show American Idol Date of Birth: Country: USA |
Content:
- A Journey to Stardom: Taylor Hicks
- Discovering a Musical Talent
- The Path to Success
- American Idol Triumph and Controversy
- Post-Idol Career
A Journey to Stardom: Taylor Hicks
Early Life and Family BackgroundTaylor Reuben Hicks was born on October 7, , in Birmingham, Alabama. His parents' divorce and subsequent remarriages resulted in three guardians, including a stepmother, during his childhood. Hicks's hair began graying at the tender age of 14, leading him to be virtually white-haired by the time he appeared on American Idol.
Discovering a Musical Talent
Despite a challenging childhood, Hicks's younger half-brother inspired him to audition for American Idol. His passion for music stemmed from a deep-seated loneliness. At 16, Hicks purchased a harmonica and taught himself to play it, realizing his rare gift of absolute pitch. He could reproduce melodies and notes without the aid of instruments.
The Path to Success
After enrolling in the University of Alabama to study journalism, Hicks dropped out in his junior
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