That's a bit harsh, Crow Sister.

Of course one can't really tell for certain from the various news reports, but the impression I get is that Susan Boyle was more than just a bit overwhelmed by her sudden burst of fame, and even more so by the totally uncalled for nastiness that some small-souled people felt impelled to exhibit (as bodad said, the "Tall Poppy Syndrome").

I have the feeling that hauling her off and locking her in a padded cell might just be a bit premature. Lacking definitive information (as I believe we all are), I would suggest that probably all she really needs to do is back off from other peoples' hype and hysteria and go home for awhile (being careful to raise the draw bridge), then think the matter over and decide what, if anything, she wants to do from here on.

I hope she doesn't just decide to become a recluse. I believe that, with good advice from those who have her best interests at heart, she could have a very productive and satisfying (not to mention lucrative) career ahead of her. I made a few suggestions up-thread that might be worth evaluating, such as concentrating on recording, "ghost" singing, and performing in smaller, more comfortable venues.

I think I'd at least get a bit of medical advice before I'd have her packed off in a straitjacket.

Don Firth