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.
sundown
American Juniors Lyrics
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Friday twilight in the big town
Party people getting ready now
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
The city's in a heatwave
Praying for the sun shade
And I'm a little hot too
'Cause I can only think of you
Hoping that tonight you'll find out what I like
Sundown
Friday twilight in the big town
Party people getting ready now
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
Sundown
Air gets cooler but my heart pounds
Loud and fast, I'm getting ready now
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
I don't know if you see me
Don't know if you are dreaming
Hoping for someone who can show you who you are
Tonight I'm going to find you
(Find you)
Flying on a breeze and blind you
(Blind you)
Take you from this club land and send us to the stars
Sundown
Friday twilight in the big town
Party people getting ready now
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
Sundown
(Sundown)
Air gets cooler but my heart pounds
(Yeah)
Loud and fast, I'm getting ready now
(Ready now)
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
Bring back, back and forth, uh yeah, yeah
Time don't need to rush, we can make it right
'Cause we are meant to be, you and I
It's in the air we breathe all around, all around
Say you're longing too, 'cause I will look for you at
Sundown
(Sundown)
Friday twilight in the big town
(Friday)
Party people getting ready now
(Gettin' ready now)
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
(Sundown)
Sundown
Air gets cooler but my heart pounds
(Yeah, you know, you know)
Loud and fast, I'm getting ready now
(I'm getting ready now)
Somewhere, baby
(Baby, baby)
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
(City's vibrating)
Sundown
Friday twilight in the big town
(Sundown)
Party people getting ready now
(Ooh yeah)
Somewhere, baby
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
The lyrics of "Sundown" by American Juniors narrate the story of a young couple in love. The song is set on a Friday evening in the city, and the atmosphere is lively, as people prepare to party. The singer is anticipating a night out with their significant other and is aware that their lover is also waiting for them. The lyrics are upbeat and energetic, reflecting the excitement of the night ahead.
The singer is surrounded by the energy of the city but is consumed by thoughts of their beloved. They hope that their lover will find out what they like and understand them better. When they meet, they will take off together and leave the party scene to find their own adventure. The song's message is about the power of love and how it can take us away, just like the night sky.
Line by Line Meaning
Friday twilight in the big town
It's Friday evening in the bustling metropolis
Party people getting ready now
People are preparing to enjoy the nightlife
Somewhere, baby
There is someone special out there
I know your waiting, the city's vibrating
I can feel the excitement surrounding us
The city's in a heatwave
The city is very hot
Praying for the sun shade
Hoping for relief from the sun's heat
Hoping that the evening will chill down the streets
Hoping that the night will cool things off
And I'm a little hot too
I'm feeling the heat as well
'Cause I can only think of you
You're the only thing on my mind
Sundown
The sun is setting
Air gets cooler but my heart pounds
Even though it's getting cooler, I'm still nervous and excited
Loud and fast, I'm getting ready now
I'm getting pumped up for the night ahead
I don't know if you see me
I'm not sure if you've noticed me
Don't know if you are dreaming
I'm not sure if you're thinking about me too
Hoping for someone who can show you who you are
Hoping to meet someone who will help you discover your true self
Tonight I'm going to find you (Find you)
I'll make sure to meet you tonight
Flying on a breeze and blind you (Blind you)
I'll sweep you off your feet and surprise you
Take you from this club land and send us to the stars
Let's get out of this crowded place and go somewhere romantic
Bring back, back and forth, uh yeah, yeah
Let's groove and dance together
Time don't need to rush, we can make it right
We have all the time we need to make things work
'Cause we are meant to be, you and I
We are destined to be together
It's in the air we breathe all around, all around
Love is all around us
Say you're longing too, 'cause I will look for you at
Let me know if you feel the same way, because I'll come find you
Sundown
When the sun sets
Ooh yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDREAS MATTSSON, PAR OLOF ANKARBERG, JOACIM BO PERSSON, NICLAS AAKE MOLINDER
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