<p>When it all comes down to it, it’s all about “IMAGE”. Amy Winehouse brought something new to the table that no one here had actually seen before (or at least recently). And I have to say her looks may have played into her success although they weren’t the main cause. She had a unique look to her, something original. Most American Idol contestants just don’t have that “IT factor”. They could almost be like anyone of us, which is why we don’t really find much interest in them 4 months or so after they’ve won. </p>
<p>I have to also mention that American Idol really doesn’t go “out of the box” when it comes to genre selections. It’s always country, or mainstream pop, or soft rock. I don’t think they’ve ever had a true rock, indie, rap, etc artist win the show. I feel that if they did, that artist may actually have some “staying power in the industry”.</p>
<p>Rest In Peace Amy Winehouse</p>