"... Phillip can sing the phone book and make it interesting..."

That's the ticket. HIS ticket. He entertains. He takes other's songs and makes them his own in interpretation and delivery.

Sorry for this, but, she "lip sincs". She's an amazing singer but the showmanship just ain't there.

But, like Bobert says, if she can find the right songs and ignite a passion in the audience... we'll see.

In any case, for the detractors of such shows, I like these shows because they give everyday folks a chance who otherwise would never get a shot. Yes, they are akin to a "reality" "survival" shows but at least these talent shows showcase artistic qualities and do not use the baser side of humans for "entertainment" (which I find sickening and cannot bear to watch). Rant over.