Can we please, finally move on from Adam Lambert's American Music Awards performance and focus on the great songs off the singer's new album?
A week after admitting he got carried away on stage and probably should have toned down his act, Lambert reiterated similar sentiments on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He told the host and the audience:
"It was maybe a little too far... I look back on it and I go, 'OK, maybe that wasn't the best first impression to make again, the first second impression.' I mean, I had fun up there, I had a good time, my dancers had fun and the band had fun.
"I respect people and feel like people walked away from that feeling disrespected. I would never intend to disrespect anybody. So that was not my intention."
While making those admissions, Adam also stuck to his belief that there's a double standard at play for provocative males versus provocative females
We agree wholeheartedly, as did the talk show host and new American Idol judge. Said DeGeneres:
"My whole thing is I feel like if you're offended by a show of sexuality on stage, then you should be offended by all shows of sexuality. It should be all forms."
Following the taping, Lambert Tweeted to fans that he's gonna tone down his act, humbling himself once more in public and writing:
Goin in a new direction now. Focus back on the music... Don't worry friends: I'm still gonna be me. Always. W/o appologies. Just gonna experiment differently w how I present myself...I'm learning. :)
Let's just hope Adam doesn't get too conversavative now. His flamboyance and his pride in who he is has always been a huge part of the singer's appeal.
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December 1st, 2009 9:07 AM
I learned to love Adam, as did millions of others, from American Idol and there were no displays of sexuality on tv. I AM offended by sexuality displays in any performers and Adam does not get a pass. I'm looking forward to how he will gift us with his music in the years to come. I am in awe of his singing talent.
December 1st, 2009 9:32 AM
I hope Adam realizes Bowie, Alice Cooper, etc. did what they did so you didn't notice they couldn't sing! Adam's voice is just the best. I read a posted comment a while back that said - I wish Adam would sing every song there is. I agree.
Adam shouldn't forget who we fell in love with. The voice - the personality and of course that smile. We felt like we got to know him on Idol. He wasn't just a performer, it was like he was a friend. We met his family, went to his high school, let us into his life and his struggles. Those are all things that contributed to the millions of fans wanting the best for him. Those same people wanted to see him bring the house down at the AMAs - which he could have with that voice. At that moment he had the world in the palm of his hands. I'm glad to hear he's going to focus on his vocals (they are so amazing). He can always do some of the rock stuff too. Doing what he's best at is what the "business man" would do. We know he's learning; we love him; when others get a chance to hear that voice (and see that smile) - they will too.
December 1st, 2009 11:05 AM
TO guest: Do you really think there were no displays of sexuality in Adam's performances on Idol.. did you see Ring Of Fire? Of course it was nothing like the AMA performance, but I feel many of Adam's performances on Idol were filled with sexuality. Hiding and stifling Adam's sexuality would be a detriment to the great performer he is. He needs to keep it a little less provocative for a broader audience, but always stay true to himself. Oh and great article THG! Thank you :)
December 1st, 2009 11:25 AM
He lost the respect of the masses...he was never asked to "hide" his sexuality, this is that homophobe card I am sick of seeing and is not helping his cause...ON NETWORK TELEVISION, ON A FAMILY RATED PROGRAM...THIS KIND OF BEHAVIOR IS ALWAYS CONSIDERED INAPPROPRIATE, cable tv would be different, and we all know it. To sit there and say it was just the male kiss that set off the flack, well...no, it was not just the kiss. The oral sex simulation was sick and left everyone's mouth agape in shock...he threw in the fondling and kiss just for icing. All of that, no matter if it was a hetero sequence or homo, was too much for network airing!! You dumbases that demand everyone sit there and tolerate it, simply because it was a homo act was part of the sequence of inappropriate acts, well, that is so hypocritical...you want to force us to accept this because of that!! We would complain about that performance if ANYONE had done it, homo or hetero...THIS IS OUR RIGHT!! Adam is a big boy, he knew what he was doing. Now, he is full of regret....not for the right reasons, though. He regrets people were offended, he has not apologized for his actions...he has not addressed the oral sex and apologized for it.
December 1st, 2009 12:12 PM
What a puss! If you are going to be provocative at least stay in character.
If you are a true artist then you apologize for nothing. This guy is a true dillweed.
December 1st, 2009 12:14 PM
lilyx, yes maybe a little bit but it was acceptable for the whole family to watch. i agree with guest and jamie35. Truly good singers don't need all of the hoopla and drama to sell music. I will admit I wasn't a fan of Adam's singing but I did enjoy his personality and he was a nice guy. I am a bit turned off when someone becomes famous then has to use their agenda to make a statement. He seems to keep calling what he did "entertainment" and that if a woman did it it would be different, or because he's gay, blah blah blah. Why can't singers just sing songs anymore? Why are people's sexual preferences, morals, etc. brought into their performance?? WHy do we always have to be subjected to these styles too? Pushing it in our faces constantly? Even Beyonce is a good singer but she constantly has to dance and act disgustingly sexual when she performs. I guess I miss the old days when it was more about the song than the performance.
December 1st, 2009 7:59 PM
I am so sick of hearing people make remarks about Adam's performance as being no more provocative than other performers....that is BS. It isn't the kissing of the man that people have a problem with but the way he simulated oral sex (a BJ) and the way he acted like he was fingering that girl on the pole....I for one, and everyone else I have talked to thought it was disgusting...and I was a fan up until he did that, it was gross and nasty...he is just seeing how far he can go and trying to push people's buttons, and it did push a lot of buttons. He's gay, and gay's kiss, but it is the other things he did that were so disturbing, he should keep those things private, and not in front of millions of people. No wonder he didn't do it during rehearsal, he knew ABC would not allow it!!!! Whew, now I feel better.
December 1st, 2009 8:27 PM
Sorry, but Ellen is right here. There are so many sexual things on TV and Adam's AMA performance was no different. Why are parents letting their kids watch the AMA's anyway? Do these kids buy Lady GAGA CD's or what? Do kids buy Eminem CD's? The whole thing about kids watching the AMA's is ridiculous and unbelievable. Eminem was so much worse talking about rape--that if America wants to be in an uproar it should be about that and not Adam Lambert.
I'd rather watch Adam Lambert perform any day over Eminem. The bleeping that was going on should be a clue to the disgusting lyrics of his.
Adam's songs on his new CD have NO suggestive lyrics or criminal rape suggestions! They are beautifully done and at least he can sing. Eminem is not talented he is just crude and trashy.
December 1st, 2009 8:47 PM
When it comes to Adam, I can't stop watching or listening. I was shocked by his sexual gestures on AMA but I am really over it. I like what he has had to say about it all and I don't need his apology. I only need his music, his beautiful face and his fun sexy performances. For your entertainment... does it for me!
December 1st, 2009 11:41 PM
Adam Lambert is a model homosexual. Yes, he is flamboyant, but he is not pushing the obnoxious "gay agenda" as so many others are. "To move forward we need to stop segregating ourselves"- Perfectly said, Adam...nowwww please sing better next time...eek.