American Idol: What Brooke White Has Been Up To Since Season 7
Over the years, American Idol has introduced audiences to a number of memorable contestants, including season 7 standout, Brooke White. She first made an impression in her season 7 audition, singing Corinne Bailey Rae's "Like a Star" and earning an AI ticket to Hollywood from judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Brooke stood out as a likable and positive personality in the season. Despite being in her mid-twenties during her time on the show, Brooke memorably declared that she had never seen an R-rated movie, and her wholesome demeanor, coupled with her singing talent and strong song choices, charmed the judges and the viewing audience.
Most of Brooke's performances on American Idol were well-received renditions of folk and classic rock tunes, and she often accompanied herself on piano and guitar. Some of her most notable covers on the show included a spirited version of Carly Simon's "You're So Vain" and stellar covers of Beatles classics "Let it Be" and "Here Comes the Sun." Though popular with fans, Brooke faced stiff competition and was ultimately eliminated in fifth place, while rocker David Cook went on to win the season against runner-up David Archuleta.
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Since competing on American Idol in 2008, Brooke White has continued making music, and has dipped her toe into other creative endeavors along the way. So far, Brooke has released four post-Idol solo albums: 2009's High Hopes & Heartbreak, 2012's White Christmas, 2014's Never Grow Up, and 2019's Calico. She has collaborated with industry heavyweights like producer Dave Cobb and her Idol mentor, Randy Jackson. Additionally, Brooke has released several EPs as part of the
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