She looks pretty damn good in a suit.

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"From error to error, one discovers the entire truth."

- Sigmund Freud

Love Kelly Clarkson and have ever since she was on the 'American Idol'.  Her music is great, too, and I look forward to buying her new album.  Not to mention, she sounds really cool and isn't afraid to say what's on her mind.  I love that!

I have been a huge fan of Kelly since her audition on American Idol. If you've paid attention to her comments and interviews you'd know that Kelly isn't about her ego. Kelly is not going to sell out her artistry to be a money making puppet for Clive Davis. They don't tell painters to only paint landscape scenes of beaches because it's what people want to buy. So I don't think they shouldn't tell artists what to sing. Song writers aren't writing for you, they write for themselves. I love that Kelly isn't trying to sell records, she's just trying to be listened- not just heard. There is a difference.

Oh and I'll be attending my 3rd Kelly concert in August. She sounds better live than she does on her cd's. Rock on Kelly!

:) And I'm sure it's not the best choice for her bank account either. But I get your point about the record company. I just hope she proves them wrong.

We don't really know the trials she's had with the album so maybe behind the scenes she is being bullied about the album because she is a young female singer/song writer. It's how she feels so you have to give her the benefit of the doubt that there is some validity to how she feels.

You've got to check her out in concert if you get the opportunity.

because ever since she's become the first american idol winner, she has handled herself in a beautiful way. if you look at her first album to the newcoming 'my december' they are completely different. i believe kelly has been battling head to head with her label execs since day one. ive been a clarkson fan since idol and have seen and heard her talking about it since. kelly is a rocking chick, and when she won idol they wanted a pop-y chick. she's struggled with them since day one, and i think she is finally coming into her own now and its awesome to see.

rock on, kelly. rock on!

kelly clarkson is definitely smokin'!!!! for sure!! i am really loving "never again" -- it has really good lyrics & i like the song style.

we could only hope that kelly comes out as a lesbot :)

 that would be SWEET!!! oh god, that suit....  drooools!

That draws me to them, it's their deeds - this paragraph alone had me reconsidering upgrading my admiration for Kelly -

"My label wanted me to sing 'Never Again.' And I was like, to promote yourself on a charity event is beyond crass. People are starving and dying and I'm up there singing some bitter pop song? And believe me, everyone wanted me to sing it. Because they are jaded and they have no soul. Imagine sitting in a room full of people totally against you. Can't they hear themselves speaking? Capitalize on AIDS? Are you kidding? Insulting an entire nation of people? I just refused." 

NOW THAT'S BEING REAL. Other singers usually do sing their own songs at charity events, but obviously not Clarkson.

And I'm tired of this whole 'Wish she was a lesbian thing' because to me, and this is just my opinion, it reinforces the whole 'lesbians aren't happy with what they've got'. Hey, lesbian or not, she's a fantastic singer and writer, let's be content with that and also be thankful that we're in the day and age where we can appreciate this kind of music, and have the things we've got. To sound like my Grandmother, back in the days of old, we had nothing but a ham radio and a can of peas to amuse us - be thankful for what you've got today!

Disclaimer - If anyone disagrees with me, that's fine, I'm not going to argue, nor return to this thread to see if anyone's had a go at me, each to their own and I'm just sharing some thoughts. *grin* Peace, y'all.  

When she calls my name, I turn and in that instant I lose my heart. This is the love of my life.

- Kate Mulgrew

I love her as well, I like her style, her voice, her looks. And kudos to her for not promoting Never Again on Idol Gives Back, that's an amazing and strong statement she made. As for the new album: I'll reserve judgment till I've actually had a chance to listen to My December, but her frustration with not being taken seriously as a young woman songwriter seems to stem from experience, so there's probably some truth to it. (Not that this really surprises me.) I like how she's says: It only drives me more. I'll just work harder. You go, Kelly! :)

On a sidenote: My gaydar's been pinging as well, but maybe that's just wishful thinking. ;) But I can totally see why the lesbian and bi community would embrace such a strong, unconventional woman, no matter what her preferences are.

I have to say, i was a fan of Kelly's since her Miss Independent days (although then it was more of a 'guilty' pleasure) but i think she is really coming into her own now. I personally love this rockier edge to her, i think she can do the heavier stuff as well if not better than the pop stuff, and I for one am always happy to cheer on additions to the rawk chick group.

I think she is simply beautiful, has a figure to die for, esp with the curves (sigh.....) and an amazing voice, and then, when i read articles like this i simply fall more in love with her. It's so great to see people who can think for themselves and can make a stand for things they believe in, and a better antithesis to the britneys and paris's of the world I can't imagine.

Go Kelly!! (and by the way Em, you have some serious competition on your hands for her - shall we take it outside? ;-)  ) 

Five exlamation marks - the sure sign of an insane mind.  (Terry Pratchett)

...... Kelly in a SUIT....... grrrrrrrrr ;-) i have SUCH a weakness for women in suits.

oh Kelly, while i think you are near perfect anyway, playing for our team would just be the cherry on the cake. my cake.  mmmmm ....cake.

Five exlamation marks - the sure sign of an insane mind.  (Terry Pratchett)

I absolutely adore Kelly Clarkson. She's just fantastic.

Oh and did anyone SEE the hilarious Funny Kelly videos that have been floating around on youtube? This one is my absolute favorite.

Kelly Clarkson's reaction to Britney Spears Shaving her head.

"Are You For Real?"

Because Visibility Matters - The AfterEllen.com Fanlisting - http://aefan.alrightstill.net

Mesmerizing - The Lauren Blitzer Fanlisting - http://lbfan.alrightstill.net

I have ALWAYS loved Kelly.

I saw her in concert about 18 months ago and i cant wait for her to come back to the UK (next year i think)

Kelly is so great because she is so real. You can tell she hasnt bought into all the industry crap. Shaking lose her American Idol image and changing management must have been an incredibly difficult thing to do, and it could have totally backfired but she did it to be true to herself and look how well it's worked.

Kellys success is astounding. Especially as in Britain all the talent to come out of our talent shows quickly disappears or only caters to a niche fanbase.

Kelly will always be strong. This is why she is so great and in my opinion her songs are so believable.

GO KELLY!!!

~I've been watching your world from afar, I've been trying to be where you are, I've been secretly falling apart...~

I know I may get ragged out for this but I feel as if I'm the only one who's gonna post that they're not a Kelly fan.  To me her music was neither here nor there and believe it or not I'm not an Idol fan either, I've never watched even one episode ever.

I do have to add that she has earned my respect and some admiration based on what I've just read.  I wish her all the best.  She does have talent but I'm not into her music I guess.  I do have one of her first singles and it's pretty good "I Wanna Love You Forever".  Very awesome and strong voice on that.  And the funny thing is when I got the song I didn't even know that she was an Idol winner.'

I wish her all the very best especially on this album that she has taken it upon herself to write her own songs.

GOOD LUCK KELLY!!

THE GIRL CAN ROCK A SUIT LIKE VERY FEW CAN.

If homosexuality is a disease, let's all call in gay to work: "Hello. Can't work today...yup...still gay".

on every level. I've seen her live a few times, and I HIGHLY recommend it. The hair is a little big, but the suit is HOT. She's a good, genuine person, and the fact that I just used those words for somebody of her celebrity rank..is amazing. I LOVE KELLY.

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I'm looking forward to seeing Kelly in concert this summer and buying her new Cd  when it comes out later this month.  I've enjoyed her music right along and I'm interested to hear her new stuff,  sounds like it might be a little more rock then her usual stuff.  I like that she speaks up for what she believes in  and it doesn't hurt shes very sexy too.

She canceled her tour! Let my crying and sadness begin. :(

"What the French, Toast?"

I see it now! It's a new, younger Melissa Etheridge - in a suit! *pauses to drool and get sqaure eye*

I love ya Kell

xxx

I'm pretty much in love with this woman.. In my opinion, no one will ever be more perfect for her..

 I hope, for my sake =P, she decides to be gay lol.. As a gay woman, i know being a lesbian isn't a choice, but i hope she chooses haha.