If there’s one thing the entire world loves, it’s a televised singing competition. There’s been so many different ones from the 80s to today. From Star Search to American Idol and its numerous spin-offs. The shows have grown into a lovable reality show, where you come to know and love certain contestants while cheering them on and rooting for their success. American Idol is the standard, they set the bar for these types of shows. Winners from Idol-like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Fantasia Barrino and finalists like Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson have each been able to capitalize on the success of their performances on these shows as well.