Around 2,000 children and teenagers auditioned for the show; from these twenty were chosen as contestants. Throughout the season, this number was narrowed down to five through several rounds of voting. Like American Idol, voting was done by the show's viewers via telephone. Unlike Idol, to prevent hurt feelings, the contestants were voted into the group, as opposed to being voted off the show. Idol host Ryan Seacrest repeated this duty for most of the shows. Idol judges did not appear (other than one satellite hookup with Simon Cowell from the second season of Pop Idol); the principal Juniors judges were Gladys Knight (who also hosted when Seacrest was absent), Deborah Gibson, and Justin Guarini (American Idol (Season 1) runner-up). A number of Idol alumni, such as Ruben Studdard and Christina Christian, made guest performances.
The five contestants who remained at the end of the season were formed into a group also named the American Juniors. They were Lucy Hale, Tori Thompson, Taylor Thompson, Chauncey Matthews, and Danielle White.
American Juniors became one of the highest rated televison shows of the summer season, with approximately 11.9 million viewers on June 3, though the numbers dropped 40% toward the end of July. Nonetheless, the producers were satisfied of the strong teen demographic. A second edition had been planned for fall 2003, later postponed to the summer after American Idol (Season 3), then called off. [1]
Seeing children and young adolescents competing gave some viewers a sour taste as the show had many "stage parents" in the wings. [2]
The American Juniors made a brief appearance on the December 2003 American Idol Christmas special, An American Idol Christmas. Their debut album American Juniors was released on October 26, 2004 after a year's delay from its original scheduled date.
The American Juniors group disbanded in 2005. The members seem to be pursuing individual efforts and there is little publicity about them as a group. The show website became inactive in April 2005, but the music website remains intact as an archive. In May 2005 the Thompson sisters' website announced they were now out on their own. [3]
Radio stations that play children's music (e.g, Disney, or digital radio) still occasionally play the music of American Juniors.
True Colors
American Juniors Lyrics
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Oh I realize it's hard to find courage
In a world full of people you can lose sight of it all
And the darkness inside you makes you feel so small
But I see your true colors shining through
I see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show your true colors
Yeah
Show me your smile and don't be unhappy
Can't remember when I, I last saw you laughin'
If this world makes you crazy and you've taken all you can bear
You call me up because you know I'll be there
And I'll see your true colors shining through
I see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show your true colors
True colors are beautiful like a rainbow
Yeah
You know, I can't remember the last time I saw you laugh
Me neither
If this world makes you crazy
And you've taken all you can bear
You call me up, because you know I'll be there
And I'll see your true colors shining through
I see your true colors, and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show your true colors
True colors, true colors are shinning through
I see your true colors and that's why I love you
So don't be afraid to let them show your true colors
True colors are beautiful like a rainbow
The song "True Colors" by American Juniors is all about empowerment, self-confidence and acceptance. The lyrics express understanding and empathy for those who are struggling to find their place in the world and to be themselves in the face of societal pressure. The first verse starts with a message of encouragement for those who feel lost and small in a world full of people, telling them that their true colors are shining through, and that they should not be afraid to show them. The second verse goes on to say that the world can be crazy and overwhelming, but that the singer is always there for them, and that they will always see their true colors shining through.
The chorus of the song repeats the message of acceptance and empowerment, telling the listener that their true colors are beautiful like a rainbow, and that they should not be afraid to let them show. The song is an anthem of self-love and acceptance, and a reminder to always stay true to yourself.
Overall, "True Colors" is a song that celebrates individuality, encourages self-expression, and inspires listeners to embrace their true selves no matter what. It is a reminder that everyone has their own unique qualities and that these should be celebrated and appreciated.
Line by Line Meaning
You with the sad eyes, don't be discouraged
Hey, I see you're feeling down, but don't give up
Oh I realize it's hard to find courage
I understand that it can be tough to feel brave
In a world full of people you can lose sight of it all
Sometimes it's easy to get lost in a sea of faces
And the darkness inside you makes you feel so small
That feeling of sadness can make you feel tiny and insignificant
But I see your true colors shining through
But I see that good part of you that's always there underneath it all
I see your true colors, and that's why I love you
I love you because I see the real you shining through
So don't be afraid to let them show your true colors
Don't hide who you really are, let the world see the real you
True colors are beautiful like a rainbow
Your true self is just as beautiful and vibrant as a rainbow
Show me your smile and don't be unhappy
I want to see you happy again, let me see that smile
Can't remember when I, I last saw you laughin'
I can't even remember the last time I saw you truly happy and laughing
If this world makes you crazy and you've taken all you can bear
If everything in the world is overwhelming you and you feel like you can't handle it anymore
You call me up because you know I'll be there
Know that I'll always be there to support you and help you through tough times
True colors, true colors are shinin' through
Your true self is starting to show through more and more
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly
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