American Idol: The Shortcut to fame

下面为大家整理一篇 的essay代写范文 -- American Idol: The Shortcut to fame，文章讲述《美国偶像》是由西蒙·富勒（Simon Fuller）制作，由19 Entertainment制作的美国歌唱比赛系列，由北美洲FremantleMedia发行。自2002年6月11日起在美国福克斯电视台播出，自美国偶像首映以来，它在美国尼尔森收视率排名中名列 。西蒙·考威尔（Simon Cowell），兰迪·杰克逊（Randy Jackson）（II）和宝拉·阿卜杜勒（Paula Abdul）以及美国各地的主持人瑞安·西克雷斯特（Ryan Seacrest）都在寻找美国偶像-皇帝出世之后的日子。

 

American Idol: The Shortcut to fame

l Introduction of the show

American Idol is an American singing competition series created by Simon Fuller and produced by 19 Entertainment, and is distributed by FremantleMedia North America. It began airing on Fox on June 11, 2002.Since the premiere of American idol, it rates first in Neilson ratings ranking in the United States. The judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, (II) & Paula Abdul and the host Ryan Seacrest across the United States is looking for American idol - pop/days after the emperor. And the following aspects are worth watching. Firstly, all of the songs choose by contestants are extremely famous, and many of them are of great classic, we can absorb more about American pop music in this way .Secondly there are a lot of stories about why contestants intend to be "American idol" and how hardest prepared the show in order to be successful. Thirdly every time announced the voting results are breathtaking for us and the most important aspect is that the American idol is a stage for those who want to become a star to show itself to the audience.

Once the votes are locked in, the judges of America decide who has the most and the least amount of votes, and the contestant with the least amount of votes is eliminated, and it goes on each week's show until the winner is crowned as "American Idol" where he/she wins a recording contract worth up to $1,000,000. The rest of the other finalists to whom they have been voted off before (the runner-up) also get recording contracts, too. Compounding the impact of growing attention, more and more people are eager to participate in it especially for most of the TV station. It’s a trend to watching and talking the reality show anywhere with anyone closed to us. And the consensus among audiences is exciting .why there are so many contestants and audiences crazy about it? Why would so many televisions likely to imitation? All above these reflect the reality to some extends.

Firstly, why it becomes so popular among the people? This reflects their burning desire of becoming famous. And the show is also a shortcut to get success. On the one hand, there are many celebrities from all walks of life all around the world. On the other hand, they appreciate the success of being famous after the hardest practice. But success is not for everyone to those who intent to be famous despite how hard they are. For American Idol, as long as you are qualified, then you can feel free to come. Contestants go through at least three sets of cuts. Those selected by the judges are sent to Hollywood. About 10–60 people in each city may be send to Hollywood. So the show is the big chance for them to achieve their dream. And the success of American Idol has been described as "unparalleled in broadcasting history".[1] The series was also said by a rival TV executive to be "the most impactful show in the history of television".[2] It has become a recognized springboard for launching the career of many artists as bona fide stars. On the other hand, at the beginning of the show, every contestant proved to be qualified, the wonderful acting makes the climax of the show. And it is the fair stage to achieve their dream of being famous behind the hard practice and persistence. So everyone is enjoying in this show. Judges are pleased to hear, contestants are giving Confident performance and the audiences are excited during the process of watching it. But American Idol is gradually seen to be a fast track to success for its contestants has been a cause of resentment for some in the industry. LeAnn Rimes, commenting on Carrie Underwood winning Best Female Artist in Country Music Awards over Faith Hill in 2006, said that "Carrie has not paid her dues long enough to fully deserve that award".[3]

Secondly, the phenomenon of chasing the ratings of American idol reflects the ignorance of the sense of television mission. The more investment such as advertise will be brought because of the high ratings. At the same time, the enormous success of the show and the revenue it generated was transformative for “Fox Broadcasting Company”.[1] The show pushed Fox to become the number one TV network amongst adult 18–49, the key demographic coveted by advertiser[2], Its success also helped lift the ratings of other shows that were scheduled around it such as “House and Bones”. It is wise to seize the audience’s timely needs and adjust the form of television show. And only the rating becomes the signal of television’s success, but there is nothing to left, when the enthusiasm gradually fades. what the final result did televisions got? Disseminating the knowledge of education can only in term of the school education, and now television, with vivid image true reflection, strong appeal, fast communication and wide coverage, strongly influenced the modern people's thoughts, ideas and life. Put another way, the mission of television can be well compassed by the connotation of shows. It’s just a way to aid and attract the needs of audience provisionally; it is not a long-time strategy to inching up the ratings and development. So the real way to get lasting ratings is to create more profound shows, and also the lofty social ambition is included. In essence, determined to find a novel formula is the trick.

l The problem reflected in the show

When the American idol first came into people’s eyes, everyone think it is a good television shows because it is a shortcut to become famous. Everyone has an “American dream” and hope that he/she can realize it although he is just a mediocre man/woman. I want to say American idol’s original concept is excellent but what happen later just make me disappointed.

The judges of the show begin to make fun of others. Besides, some kinds of discrimination exist in the show. The two aspects reflect the problem that unfair treatment exists in our society.

I will elaborate the two aspects in details in the following paragraphs.

Firstly, let’s see how the judges of the show making fun of the competitors. Here are some words from a famous judge. “It sounded like cat jumping off the Empire State Building”. “I’m going to reach out with a hook if you don’t shut up”. “You have just invented a new form of torture”.  And the most insulting comment is “You’re like a little hamster trying to be a tiger.”

What’s the competitors’ response to these insulting words is easy to guess. They may lower their heads. They may laugh with an embarrassing smile. And even some competitors are driven crying by the words.

As far as I’m concerned, not everyone has a good voice or a beautiful figure. It’s not fair to laugh at them or even make fun of them. Maybe the show maker has the pressure to maintain the audience rating, but it’s unethical to realize his goal by insulting others. In my opinion, all people who are brave enough to show themselves on the television should be respected. They are real “American dream “chasers.

Secondly, let’s discuss the second aspect. I think some kinds of discrimination exist in the show. As a report said, 10 competitors of “American idol” instituted legal proceedings against the show maker. They accused the show makers of getting rid of black singers.  In the statement of charges, they said that the show makers will often investigating the black singers’ criminal record. Besides, black singers were often forced to sing specific songs but white singers could choose any song they like. 

In my opinion, we should not have racial discrimination. All kinds of people are born equal. As the United States Bill of Rights tells us, everyone is born with freedom and should be respected. Martin Luther King’s words “I have a dream” should be remembered. It will remind us about kindness to black people.

l Conclusion

Looking beyond the current ratings of American idol, it’s clear that show has actually reflected reality not only the people crazy about participating or watching them, but also what problem existing in our society. Fair should be advocated and discrimination should be criticized seriously. As for audience, it’s not wise to just watch the judges insulting the competitors. If they do so, they are unethical in some way. Our society still needs positive energy. Maybe our economics is the best one in the world but we may not have a great spiritual civilization. This is what we need to consider about. A true American dream is a true equality of everyone and every kind of people. A true American idol is who is brave to show himself and make things that seem impossible come true.

 

References

1. Doris Baltruschat (2010). Global Media Ecologies: Networked Production in Film and Television. Routledge. p. 106. ISBN 978-0415874786.

2. Jump up to: a b c d Carter, Bill (February 20, 2007). "For Fox's Rivals, 'American Idol' Remains a 'Schoolyard Bully'". The New York Times. Archived from the original on April 25, 2008. Retrieved March 13, 2008.

3. "LeAnn Rimes Says Carrie Underwood 'Has Not Paid Her Dues' To Deserve Country Music Award". Starpulse.com. November 14, 2006. Retrieved February 24, 2011.

 

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