uncnooptrooper
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"never give up - stay strong to the finish"
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Post by uncnooptrooper on Sept 16, 2009 18:30:44 GMT -5
Anoop, You've had quite an eventful year! It was so much fun to cheer you on every step of the way.....watching your beautiful talent develop into the amazing performer you are today. Take the time off at home to re-energize and to renew your spirit, spend time with friends, soak in all that Chapel Hill has to offer, then you'll be ready to start the next adventure! I have no doubt that you will have an amazing future and will continue to blow people away with that voice that has captivated so many. Looking forward to seeing your first solo concert in Raleigh!
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Post by meljq21 on Sept 16, 2009 19:49:50 GMT -5
MR. Anoop Desai,
I will forever be grateful for my farther asking us, the family, to watch American Idol with him... and I will never forget me being a benchy brat and not wanting to! It was the first time I'd ever seen an episode of American Idol, much less vote for anything on TV. It was when you sang Always on My Mind.... and holy shit you had me mesmerized! I remember my dad saying he liked you, then I quickly got my phone and got your "voting number" ready!
Since then, I have been an ANOOP FAN and will continue to be one until... well actually, forever! It has been an amazing ride thus far and I can't wait to see where your amazing talent takes you! I won't be surprised if it's to a recording studio! You deserve it and so much more! I know all your fans will be by your side the entire way! Because of you, I got to meet several people from all around the world and share amazing memories with them! We have laughed, squee'ed, cried, and UNF'ed UNF'ed to your music together! haha It has been a great experience and I will cherish it forever!
Thank you for sharing your amazing gift with us and being a great entertainer. I am so excited for your first solo concert! I will be there, front row yelling my butt off!
Enjoy your time at home, get some R&R, and enjoy moving to L.A.! I can't wait to hear your grumpy ass tweeting about the JOY of packing and moving haha!
With lots of love from TEXAS,
Melissa Joy Q.
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Post by anoopcastxsarah on Sept 16, 2009 23:56:07 GMT -5
Dear Anoop,
So here I sit typing this out on September 16th...one hour left of my birthday. What better way to spend the end of my birthday, but writing a message to the one who changed my life so much for the better. Oh by the way, this is probably going to be novel length.
It has been an incredible ride with you this American Idol season. I have been watching since season two, and I have never invested myself so much in a contestant before you! To be honest, I have never voted for anyone until you came on the show.
I can't tell you how much you have changed my life and made it better.
Okay this is where I dig deep and reveal the personal stuff. Well personal in the sense that I am brushing on stuff I don't normally talk about.
So I have a chronic panic disorder. I've had it since I was a little kid. I stress out way too much and I feel pressure a lot of the time. Being an only child, I would get a lot of that pressure at home. Now when I was eight I started seeing psychologists and psychiatrists. Now this went on for about four years, going to therapy and taking Zoloft off and on. Okay let's just say that it didn't do much for me.
Fast forward to high school. Now once I had entered high school, everything was a lot better. I think being in honors and AP classes was helpful because I was with people with a bit more maturity, which wasn't so much the case in Jr. High.
Everything was fine and then senior year hit me and it hit me pretty hard. I was taking three AP classes, one of them being AP Calc. That class gave me so much trouble and I was getting so stressed.
I felt myself slipping into a depression and I wasn't sure what to do.
Well here comes January when you came into the picture. Now I wasn't a huge fan at first. Well I did love you, but not more than the usual guys that I like.
You definitely grew on me as the weeks went on. You were my favorite going into the Idols mansion.
I was excited to hear you sing Angel of Mine, a song that I really do love. I was so annoyed when you didn't get in for the first time. I almost had a heart attack when Simon announced you last for the Wild Card show. I almost cried when I thought you weren't making the top 12 for those brief few moments of time.
By this time I had discovered the Clef videos. I started watching them. Kiss Kiss was my first one...and then I discovered I'll Make Love to You. It rocked my world.
Well this is where my therapy of a different kind started. I was an intern for the head of the history department. So while I did stuff, I would play the videos and rock it out. Yeah having dance parties to clef videos are so great.
Anyway, I realized one day that I had become dependent on your voice and those videos for happiness and stress relief. I mean before I would get so stressed, and because I tend to keep things bottled, I would eventually snap and it was not pretty...
Anyway, one day I had a horrible time doing something interning and was to the point of almost panic attack and on the verge of tears. All I could think at the moment was "I need to listen to Anoop. Need to listen to Anoop." And the computer was on the fritz at the moment, so it wasn't possible. Worst thing ever.
I realized then that I completely loved you and your music. I realized that I had become dependent on your voice and singing for comfort.
When you left the show, I sobbed so much. It was heartbreaking and I couldn't fathom the reasoning. I had felt depressed for days. It was like someone had died. It was awful. Everyone was feeling the pain of your departure.
Now I had been semi active on the boards and such. After you left, I was active like a mad woman. It was insane.
I'd say about a week after you left is when I first got the idea for the podcast. I thought it would be a great way to promote you, considering I knew how popular podcasts can be.
So I decided recruiting people. Anne Marie was on board from the very beginning. She was the first one to respond to me. Other people wanted to get involved, but they fell off the radar I think.
Eventually we ended up with Anne Marie, Diana, Melissa, and myself as hosts. And then we eventually got Trinz as our publicist and such.
I love my girls. We have so much fun doing that podcast. We love doing it. I love them...and I wouldn't even be talking to them if it weren't for you Anoop! So thank you so much for bringing us together!
Thank you for bringing all of your fans together! They are the most awesome benches and I love them. This summer has been crazy with all the tweets, trending, buscasts, AP epicness. It all ended with the craziness that was Manchester. I do wish I had gone with them...I mean my house back in my town is only 29 miles from Manchester...well now at college I am further away...but only by like 40 miles or so.
Anyway, even though I never got to meet you...or anyone else for that matter, I did enjoy seeing you perform live. I had the unfortunate experience of Boston. I do hope to see you eventually some day. Solo tour! I can't go to the NC State fair due to school and midterms and stuff. We are trying to get a cellcast in the works. It's uncertain who is going to host it...if we are going to do it or if Rickey is going to...that at the moment is up in the air. But we will be there for you in spirit in any case.
Keep doing what you have been doing! Never give up! We will always be here to support you! I know that I will keep the podcast alive. I enjoy doing it too much! I will always love you and support you.
I am eternally grateful for how you have changed my life, and I am so thankful for the friendships I have made because of you.
The ATT is my sisterhood!
You're stuck with my for life! I'll always support you throughout your entire career!
All my love,
Sarah Henrich Isle_Esme12 on twitter
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Post by redappleflo62 on Sept 17, 2009 1:13:16 GMT -5
dear Anoop:
well, just wana say thank you for sharing with us your talents...
I was really mesmerized the first time i saw you and you wer singing "True colors"? WOwww.. i was so touched and emotionally attracted 2 ur voice....ur eyes...you as a whole...complete packaged...
At 47, cant imagined myself to be an avid fan of an artist... Even here in the Philippines, you have inspired me more than anyone else...your soulful voice is very addictive...you will crave for it once u"ve heard it....
My husband and my kids used to tease me evrytime they will see me watching ur videos, reading messages and tweeting wid co-troopers....
"Ohhh, Baby, Baby " how i wish....ur also my son!!! envy your parents to have a great son like you...
But you are also lucky to have fans like us....Anoop Troopers they are great!!! your fans are very supportive of you..and they really love you...
So proud of you..and we love you, Anoop!! be good....no matter what, just keep your feet on the ground, son!
Do/give your best and God will do the rest....
Love lots,
Flori
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Post by dawnie248 on Sept 17, 2009 4:05:28 GMT -5
Dear Anoop~
Just wanted to say THANK YOU for this incredible journey, which btw, I know is far from over. I am normally a casual viewer of AI, but that all changed this year because of you. I'll never forget the day you auditioned, the connection I felt towards you was instant. From that moment on, your voice has never left me.
I never expected to fall in love with a voice so deeply, but I did fall in love with yours. Your voice has shown me what singing should really be all about. It should be able to touch your soul and make you feel all sorts of emotions that you never thought was possible, and your voice does that for me.
I believed in you from the beginning, and that will never change, can't wait to see what the future holds for you. I will be a fan and supporter ALWAYS!
Love,
dawn
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Post by mutiimutii on Sept 18, 2009 7:29:00 GMT -5
Hi Anoop!
i'm so greatful that i decided to watch intensively AI season 8 from the very first. Thankfully God made me sit on my couch and enjoying the gift He gives u, ur magical voice Anoop.
i love the way u smile,u giggle, u talk, u dance,and the way u handle things. it all has power to make me love u more. Please dont get scared of me telling you this. Honestly, ur voice and charm are ur biggest power, ur selling point to move forward into a succes career.
Tour may be ended, but ure just about to start a new beginning, with you on ur own. But not to worry, your loving fans are here to encourage you, to support you. Maybe i never get to know really well other ATT, but im happy u put all us together in this circle of friendship. im happy to be little part of it.
Anoop Desai, u really make me feel alive by loving u, by being ur fans! Loving you has encourage me to be happier and reach a better life. Thank you.
I wish u all the best and i'm sure you will find a way to your dreams somehow. Pursue it and DONT STOP BELIEVING that you will be at that point.
Love,
Mutia
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Post by lyradesor on Sept 18, 2009 9:33:09 GMT -5
Hello Anoop!
You know I did not intend to watch the 8th season of American Idol but my sister was watching it, and so I felt obliged. I'm so glad that I did because it's the best that I've seen! AI8's Top 13 was awesome. When I saw you for the first time I thought you were so charismatic and your voice was amazing!
You always put me in awe when you perform. Even when you were in Clef Hangers, the way you sang those songs made me forget the original versions. I fell in love when I listened to The Only One for Me. In the tour, my favorite is My Prerogative. If you were good at doing songs of other artists, there is no doubt you'd do so much better in your own songs.
I wanna share this though, I auditioned for a local reality-based talent search show. I dreamed of becoming a recording artist too. I thought we had something in common. But of course you are now living that dream. This is funny because I'm female but I wanna sound like you when I sing. I tried copying you but it's not possible and a great artist can't be imitated. I mean that soulful voice and high notes effortlessly hit..amazing!
I'm sad about the end of the tour. I'm like feeling the bond and the fun that you have with the other Idols. It's something to be missed.
However, this is a good beginning for all of you. I'm most excited for you..all the best!
By the way, your Filipino fans are looking forward to your visit..please do. Always remember the Troopers support and love you all the way.
Hugs from the Philippines, Daryl
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Post by dazzleme18 on Sept 18, 2009 11:18:10 GMT -5
Anoop, The tour is finally over! You can kick back, relax and enjoy doing nothing. I am so proud of you and all that you've accomplished. I'm glad you didn't put that restraining order on me afterall. I hope I didn't embarrass you too much in the hotel lobby, and you got a good laugh from an intoxicated, overgiddy fan. Even though you scorn me so hard Anoop, you're like my Ike to Tina Turner. I'll keep coming back for more, the more you scorn me. What can I say? I've been a dedicated fan since the very beginning, voting non-stop every week, and trying to pimp you on a daily basis. I am pretty sure you must've recognized my screen name from the AI boards, and you probably wondered who is this crazy fan with nothing better to do but talk about my vocal cords hitting her ovaries. I only speak the truth, Anoop...I only speak the truth haha.
I honestly hope you're not terrified of me, because I plan to come to North Carolina and take part in the awesomeness that is your first show. Even after getting a lot of love from Matt Giraud, you're still my BF#2, sugarplum. Keep spreading yourself around, and learn some game Anoop. I hope next time Jessi from MTV or a hot girl comes within your line of vision, you do the right thing and show them that "getting girls is really how you live". Take some tips from Matt if you must. I hate that you wouldn't take full advantage of all the women who want to periodically jump you...even Megan Joy (caw caw).
All funniness aside, you really blew me away with your voice, performance and your appreciation for your fans. It's one of things I love about you. You're humble, down-to-earth, totally NOT pc (you smoke the good stuff, eh?), and overall a cool dude. The world has not seen the last of Anoop Desai, and I clearly haven't. Thank you for auditioning for American Idol and making this an unforgettable year for me. Don't doubt the impact you've caused and no matter what happens in life, know you've touched a 4'11 brown girl's heart forever.
P.S. my current ringtone is your live version of Crazy Love with Amos Lee, please sing that song in concert in October...i'll take it as a personal ode to me. "she's got a fine sense of humor..." just saying.
Keep scorning me.
Lots of Love, Dazzleme18, ATT#31
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Post by Dahlia on Sept 20, 2009 19:53:50 GMT -5
Don't wanna be trite so here are a few words:
Fan from the get go and to the future and beyond.
Hoping for the best and I expect an upcoming album within a year.
Stay classy,
x dahlia
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