Jason Castro: I've Never Been High, Man
As you debate which American Idol finalist will be voted off tonight - David Cook, David Archuleta or Syesha Mercado - contemplate the following question:
Has last week's eliminated contestant, Jason Castro, ever been on drugs?
The dreadlocked singer says no, he's never been high. Seems kinda hard to believe, doesn't it?
"I think that, especially with things like [Idol], people like to stereotype so easily. Just because a guy is really easy going... People have always said that [about me]," Castro said.
"When I was younger I was real hyper and they'd think I was always drunk and I had never had a drink of alcohol until, like, last year. But the fact is I've never been high in my life."
Do you believe Jason Castro?
May 14th, 2008 12:36 PM
Are you kidding me? I get high just by looking at him.
May 14th, 2008 12:58 PM
I totally believe Jason has never been high. He is a very laid back guy and not the usual uptight Idol hopeful. I agree with his comments about stereotyping also. Rock on Jason! He will end up the biggest star of this season is my prediction.
May 14th, 2008 2:00 PM
He is a movie star - get him a contract !!
May 14th, 2008 5:14 PM
Ok, listen, just because you're laid back and calm doesn't mean you're a stoner. that was bad timing and seriously, how many times have you ever had a picture taken of you at a bad time, or that caught you off guard?
May 14th, 2008 5:19 PM
He's just feelin irie all the time....
May 14th, 2008 6:48 PM
i believe him. but even if he was a huge pothead....that doesnt make him a bad person or anything...who cares???
May 14th, 2008 9:47 PM
Jason said it and he is not one to lie. If this were a lie someone he went to college with would have said so by now! I only hear good things about Jason from people who know him. I wish him the best with his music career-we need more people like him in music today-genuine, caring and humble-thats Jason Castro.
May 15th, 2008 1:38 PM
There's no reason to doubt him. If he says it, I believe it.
May 15th, 2008 9:55 PM
I was watching one of the many Idol re-cap shows and Justin Guarilini, (sp?) the Season 2 runner-up, was commenting on this issue. His claim is, is he has very reliable resources who say Jason is NOT "a stoner". Based on the direction of the conversation, this was not something he necessarily needed to volunteer - ie: it didn't seem like it was mentioned just for media's sake. So to me, I'd like to think Jason is just one of those guys who is truly at peace with who he is, not having to put on airs and needing to tune out reality by relying on substances. Love his spirit!
May 16th, 2008 8:08 PM
I resent the stereotype that because Jason has dreadlocks, he is automatically someone who is always high.
May 17th, 2008 12:28 AM
When I saw him few times I thought, this is the deal that AI need this year, marketing, marketing, marketing! I think the judge were frustrate because of this, can't get him go through top 3 which I was predicted to my son that this year going to be DA,DC&JC, they need for the market and JC is 1000% perpect for this! His semifinal made me sad, and final made me sick and confuse after judged, when result show it was reliefe and I keep laughing on his last perform till now. unbelievable fun kid.
May 17th, 2008 8:02 PM
PLEASE COME UP WITH SOMETHING BETTER TO TALK ABOUT. THE GUY IS NOT ON DRUGS OF ANY KIND. YOU'D THINK ALL YOU HOLLYWOOD TYPES WOULD RECOGNIZE YOUR OWN KIND. WHETHER YOU KNOW IT OR NOT- THE PUBLIC IS READY FOR JASON. ALL YOU TV PEOPLE SEEM TO THINK YOU KNOW WHAT PEOPLE WANT. NOT SO. OUR CHOICES CAN ONLY BE BASED ON WHAT IS OFFERED. IF I'M READING THE BOARDS RIGHT, WE'RE TRYING TO TELL YOU THAT WE ARE READY FOR WHAT THIS GUY (JASON) HAS TO OFFER. HONESTY, INTEGRITY, A LOOK AT THE LIGHTER SIDE OF LIFE. AND MAYBE, PERHAPS A SPIRITUALITY TOO.
May 18th, 2008 4:40 AM
I believe jason. I have been watching replay marathon of AI's season 7 and i think he is really charming. MTV should do a reality show of him doing an album or something. he looks good on t.v..
May 18th, 2008 5:15 AM
At least he doesn't have tatoo's! GAG ME!
May 18th, 2008 7:31 AM
If he had ever been high, he would have said so. Carly vouched for him in her interviews a few weeks ago. She asked Jason point-blank if he had ever even tried marijuana and he said no. People assume because he is so chill and happy that he is a stoner. Jason is a actually a devout Christian and a scholarship winner (1340 on the SAT's) to Texas A & M, bu I gess people don't find those facts very interestng.
May 18th, 2008 3:37 PM
i think that jason has been high before. I mean, there is a pic on my fan site of him with smoke bellowing out of his mouth so...yea. :) lol. and like, that one night on american idol he was so stoned you could tell. But i love him to death and i don't care if hs a stoner or not. Lol. The good thing is is that hes a Christian tho, thats the only thing.
May 27th, 2008 3:14 AM
you should be ashamed. jason castro has done so much at such young age, charity and singing career wise. so stop producing these kinds of issues. I'm forever a Jason fan no matter what
May 27th, 2008 12:37 PM
Why would he even bother lying about it? He's in the music business and from all appearances you can you can get away with just about anything. So no reason to lie. He seems like a really nice guy, a little shy maybe. And always in need of a nap, but thats about it. Personally I love Jason. I especially love his singing, his studio versions of the song from idol are amazing.
May 27th, 2008 12:38 PM
I meant his SONGS plural not song.
May 29th, 2008 10:31 AM
I believe Him he is a all together good person and people should respect him for what he is. Shame on all of you who started this rumor. Jason I get hight just looking and hearing you your the best good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 1st, 2008 3:21 PM
Please... How did it ever get a subject for discussion? Of course he is not on drugs! He is just a down to earth kind of guy, that is enjoying the moment. You know, some people just are that cool! Wish I was! Love his style and music! Go Jason!
July 13th, 2008 1:26 PM
It still amuses me how goofy and laid back translates to 'druggie' for some. Some people are beyond brainwashed. It's so obvious he's never been high. AI's editing was hilarious.
July 13th, 2008 10:07 PM
Jason is simply the most genuine, talented and charismatic contestant ever to grace (and I do mean GRACE) the American Idol stage. Saw him perform on the tour in San Jose, CA, July 8. He is truly gifted. Jason is just a NATURALLY high spirit!