[GoRedBirds]

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I dunno, isn't this giving someone points for NOT singing well? Would people like Melinda more if she sang like she was breathing through an oxygen mask?

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It's like in any sport. People like the favorites because they're exceptionally good at what they do. Other people like the underdogs because they have some connection to them and want to see someone knock down Goliath. I think last year Taylor had that underdog vibe and connected with a lot of people. Sure he sounded pretty good, but he didn't win only because of his voice. I'm 100% in the Melinda camp on this one, but I can see the other side. People connect to voices for many reasons. Some of the most successful vocalists ever aren't very good singers.