Paint store worker, Lee DeWyze, captured the “American Idol” Season 9 title over longtime season front-runner Crystal Bowersox, the cool, dreadlocked single mother with the raspy folk-rock voice.Lee, 24, looked like he was about to burst into tears after Idol host Ryan Seacrest revealed he won the contest.
He wins the coveted title as well as a recording contract after millions of Americans placed their votes for the bluesy guitarist despite what “Idol” judges had deemed a better showing by Bowersox in her performance finale.
“He’s a fantastic singer. Throwing in the fact that he has an appealing humble and unassuming persona, it’s no wonder he won the hearts of millions,” said Maria S., a die-hard fan of Lee.
Added Kelvin Lian, who watched the finale live on TV this morning, “I’m disappointed Crystal lost out because she certainly has stronger vocals than Lee.”
DeWyze’s cover version of U2′s hit “Beautiful Day” will be released as his first single.
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