Matthew Scott Giraud, born May 11, 1985, is a former contestant on American… Read Full Bio ↴Matthew Scott Giraud, born May 11, 1985, is a former contestant on American Idol 2009 from Kalamazoo, MI, US. Prior to Idol, Giraud worked as a dueling pianist, having taught himself the piano at age 19. He also plays the drums.
He auditioned in Louisville, KY, singing Gavin DeGraw's "I Don't Wanna Be." During Hollywood Week, Giraud sang "Georgia On My Mind" and received a standing ovation from the judges. He was chosen by the judges to advance to the finals as a Wildcard.
Giraud performed "Human Nature" in the top 13; "So Small" in the top 11; "Let's Get It On" in the top 10; "You Found Me" in the top 9; "Part-Time Lover" in the top 8 and "Have You Really Ever Loved A Woman" in the top 7. He received the fewest votes in top 7 week, but was saved by the judges by using the one and only save in the competition. In second top 7 week he sang "Stayin' Alive" and advanced to the top 5, where he sang "My Funny Valentine." Giraud was finally eliminated on April 29 and left in good spirit, calling himself "the cat with nine lives."
Most recently, Matt moved to L.A.
He auditioned in Louisville, KY, singing Gavin DeGraw's "I Don't Wanna Be." During Hollywood Week, Giraud sang "Georgia On My Mind" and received a standing ovation from the judges. He was chosen by the judges to advance to the finals as a Wildcard.
Giraud performed "Human Nature" in the top 13; "So Small" in the top 11; "Let's Get It On" in the top 10; "You Found Me" in the top 9; "Part-Time Lover" in the top 8 and "Have You Really Ever Loved A Woman" in the top 7. He received the fewest votes in top 7 week, but was saved by the judges by using the one and only save in the competition. In second top 7 week he sang "Stayin' Alive" and advanced to the top 5, where he sang "My Funny Valentine." Giraud was finally eliminated on April 29 and left in good spirit, calling himself "the cat with nine lives."
Most recently, Matt moved to L.A.
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Matt Giraud Lyrics
We have lyrics for these tracks by Matt Giraud:
Baby Girl Baby girl, you've got me wrapped Around your finger, baby g…
Baby Girl (Live) Baby girl, you've got me wrapped Around your finger, baby gi…
Brand New Day Well, I brushed the hair across your face As gently as…
Brand New Day (Live) Well, I brushed the hair across your face As gently as…
Human Nature Looking out across the night-time The city winks a sleepless…
Let's Get It On I?ve been really tryin baby Tryin to hold back this feeling…
My Funny Valentine My funny valentine Sweet comic valentine You make me smile w…
So Small Originally By Carrie Underwood…
So You Hmm, yeah... Sitting in the corner, Going over and over…
Too Many Nights Uuh, uh, yes, Yeah, hmm, yes... Can you imagine A littl…
You Found Me You give your hand to me And then you you…
You Saved Me Days come 'round and it's come and gone And I'm stuck…
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FTL14HT
Still to this day...this song is amazing! Can re-listen to this & all the songs from Cornerstone. #ThankYou Matt! :) What a beautiful day, almost a year ago!
Mary Hall
The piano part was so beautiful and so moving.
TheAnita99
Please yes! Matt needs to be signed ASAP. Why is it taking so long! TOns of potential. I pray for you every day Matty G! You really deserve a shot.
MizFairyPrincess
He has soo much talent!! He needs to be signed ASAP
crazyjoce
He play his heart out on those keys
cmtjunkie
Matt does need a record deal! #signmattgiraud
zaaraz
So beautiful performance! And a great video. #signmattgiraud SIGN HIM NOW!