Category: TV Author : Duncan Riley Posted: April 7, 2009
Tags : adam lambert, adam lambert april 7, adam lambert mad world, adam lambert mad world video, american idol, american idol april 7 2009
Our favorite American Idol contestant Adam Lambert managed to pull of a very rare thing this evening: a standing ovation led by Simon Cowell.
It was 80′s night on Idol, and Lambert performed an arrangement of the Tears for Fears classic Mad World. Lovers of the original might question the changes he made, but you can’t question the pure signing talent. Lambert was controlled, measured, and despite large slabs of falsetto, pitch perfect.
The show was running overtime to the break so only Cowell got to speak. “Adam, the bad news is we’re running out of time. The good news is that I’ll be the only one talking. I think words are unnecessary, because I want to give you a standing ovation.” said Cowell, who then stood, clapping.
Here’s Adam Lambert signing Mad World on American Idol April 7. Oh, because everyone keeps asking, see Is Adam Lambert Gay? and more proof that Adam Lambert is Gay.
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Apr 7, 2009
Adam Lambert = the next American Idol, hands down.
Apr 7, 2009
OMG–this guy is IT!!! Adam Lambert is my American Idol!!
Please vote–he wants this so much!!!
The best!
Apr 7, 2009
I don't care if he's gay…That guy can SING!!!! He truly deserves to win. He really is an artist.
Apr 7, 2009
spell sing(ing) ONE more time- we know you can spell gay!- “signing” is for the DEAF
Apr 7, 2009
not my favorite song of his. Don't get me wrong he has an amazing voice and everything.
Apr 8, 2009
Who cares if he is gay or not. He is the best on Idol this season and should win the competion hands down!
Apr 8, 2009
Incredible….I had to look to find his performance as my DVR cut it off. He is worth worth looking for. WHO CARES if he is gay-the man is extremely talented, and is already a huge star!!
Apr 8, 2009
DID ANYBODY CARE THAT FREDDY MERCURY WAS GAY????? HELLO! Stupid bigots.
Apr 8, 2009
DID ANYBODY CARE THAT FREDDY MERCURY WAS GAY???? HELLO! Ignorant bigots.
Apr 8, 2009
Adam Lambert is the BEST!!!!! Gives me goosebumps….
Apr 8, 2009
He sounds like the gay old man who chases Chris on Family Guy. “Get over here fat ass!”
Apr 8, 2009
HE IS AMAZING, AND EXACTLY WHAT THIS SHOW IS SUPPOSED TO BE ABOUT, FINDING SOMEONE THAT NATURALLY JUST HAS A GIFT FOR THIS, HE IS IN A DIFFERENT LEAGE THAN ALL THE OTHER CONTESTANTS, FROM SKILLS, ORGINIALITY, PERSONALITY, HE IS THE WHOLE PACKAGE. AND HE KNOWS HOW TO PICK SONGS THAT SUIT HIM PERFECTLY, WHICH IS SOMETHING THE OTHER CONTESTANTS REALLY SUCK AT FOR THE MOST PART.
HE WILL BE A BIG STAR WETHER HE WINS OR NOT.
WHAT DOES BEING GAY HAVE TO DO WITH ANY OF THAT??
Apr 8, 2009
''spell sing(ing) ONE more time- we know you can spell gay!- “signing” is for the DEAF'' who cares
Apr 8, 2009
In a way I wish he doesn't win Idol because very few winners have had much success, with the exception of Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood. On the other hand, there's no doubt that he'll be a big music star, I'm thinking Freddy Mercury kind of quality. He's gay or not gay, doesn't matter, the guy is talented without a doubt.
Apr 8, 2009
If it helps for people to accept talented individuals who are free spirited and driven to entertain by labeling them, whatever. All I know is that I can not wait to buy his first CD. I have yet to purchase anything from the past seven seasons.
Apr 8, 2009
just because someone doesnt agree with being gay, doesnt mean thr a bigot, you moron!!!!!
Apr 8, 2009
Half the time he sings I feel like im at a gay disco!!! Hes talented, but wont appeal to everyone with his screaming! And thats a fact!!
Apr 8, 2009
The guy has major talent no matter who he chases around in own time. Give praise to a talented person regardless of race or which side of the fence your on – jc
Apr 8, 2009
James is probably a self loathing gay like Ted Haggard, since he has posted 3 comments bashing Adam Lambert, and has the nerve to call people who don't care one way or the other morons. I pity you James, because you live in a tiny world and have a tiny heart and tiny mind. You probably have a tiny James, too.
Apr 8, 2009
He is not as good as everyone says. Come on there are so many people better, with more talent and less screaming (shrieking).
Apr 9, 2009
Just FYI – That arrangement was the one by Gary Jules from the Donnie Darko soundtrack. Lambert is singing in falsetto, but that's pretty much the only difference.
He's great though
Apr 9, 2009
omg adam is the best idol ever….he's wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!
Apr 9, 2009
Yeah well when you get proof then we can talk gay. Gene Simmons wasn't gay and he was into dressing up in costumes…Theater doesn't equal gay or everyone in Hollywood would be.
Apr 9, 2009
Gay or not gay he is the best in this competition!!! GO ADAM!!
Apr 9, 2009
Yes, it does. Get over it.
Apr 9, 2009
I absolutely LOVE Adam…he is unique and has amazing vocal talent. Doesn't matter if he's gay, wins idol…he will go far in the business. I can't wait to buy his first cd. Simply…the best!!!
Apr 9, 2009
No…dislike does not necessarily mean unreasonable…it's objective depending on the person. To you Fhjern, and to me, it would be bigotry.
Apr 9, 2009
You're ridiculous… he is amazing, incredibly talented. I sang with him in Wicked in LA… phenomenal
Apr 9, 2009
True – Gay should not be a factor. Best this season? We'll have to see if he can keep it up.
Best so far? Yep!
Jun 4, 2010
the song was written by Roland Orzabal. Think Roland should get proper credit.