Adam Lambert Questions & Answers from American Idol:

Q: Who is the person that you would most like to meet?
My grandfather who passed away shortly after I was born.

Q: If you have 24 hours to do anything you wanted, what would you do?
All expenses paid shopping spree.

Q: Who are your musical influences?
My parents for having so many classic records for me to discover.

Q: How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
By being true to myself no matter what. Also, by putting on a show.

Q: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Sometimes my lack of filter gets me into trouble. I have a big mouth.

Q: What's been your favorite moment so far?
Making friends with fellow contestants.

Q: Do you think the audition process was fair?
Yes.

Q: Do you have any good luck charms?
Late grandfather's ring given to me by my mother.

Q: What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I'm obsessed with astrology.

Q: Who is your favorite judge and why?
Paula for her positive energy and support.

Q: If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?
Dancer.

Q: What's your proudest moment?
Falling in love.

Q: What's your most embarrassing moment?
I don't get embarrassed!

Q: Do you have any rituals or things you do before you perform?
I do a handful of deep, slow breaths and take a hot shower.

Q: What album would your friends be surprised you own?
Missy Elliott.

Q: What are your personal goals in life?
To continue performing and support myself and my family while doing so.

Q: If you don't make it on American Idol, what will you do?
Keep writing and recording.

Q: What other talents do you have?
Actor.

Q: Do you have any formal singing training?
Yes.

Q: When did you first start to sing?
When I was 10 years old.

Adam's favorite quote: "When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace" - Jimmi Hendrix.

Adam's Favorite Male Artists: Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, Lenny Kravitz, David Bowie.

Adam's Favorite Female Artists: Katy Perry, Pink, Christina Aguilera, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Goldfrapp, Madonna.

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