Paula Abdul Quotes (60 Quotes)

American Idol. When we had auditions here they were absolutely fantastic, great stories, great characters. We had one 24- or 25-year-old guy who was prematurely gray and sang the standards -- Perry Como, Frank Sinatra -- a total Vegas guy.

I am in Toronto, shooting a movie for NBC.

Breath of fresh air. I don't know if we should give you a record deal or a strait jacket.

He only kisses the mirror.

It is truly an honor to be a part of the American Idol phenomenon. As an artist myself, it is a pleasure to have a connection with each of the contestants and be able to fully support their dreams and aspirations. They truly inspire and amaze me each week. Of course, I also look forward to putting Simon in his place for years to come.

Any types of auditions will be posted in trade magazines.

Simon would not want to audition in front of Simon.

What you're about to see is a reenactment of some events of this week's biggest news story,

Simon drives me crazy. We are still arguing.

Thousands of kids and parents come up to us and say, How do we get better as a singer?

I've never been to MAGIC before. This is a little overwhelming.

Idol has pretty much taken me out of my recording and out of my choreography. I have managed to slip in some choreography jobs. And I've been writing songs for other artists.

All my life, I have been taught to take the high road, and never to dignify salacious or false accusations,

I have been working up until recently with Neil Simon, who has been adapting the character to me.

Your talent is your art. It is not to be taken for granted.

I'm working toward a CD that will have all of you dancing like crazy.

All the facts have been changed to get laughs at my expense. I hope you enjoy it.

I can't wait to be back on the dance floor. I feel really good about it.

I don't see you raising the bar each week. I adore you. America has fallen in love with you. But at this point, it is about greatness and I didn't feel that from you.

I'm happily single.

When you go to meetings or auditions and you fail to prepare, prepare to fail. It is simple but true.

Virgin Records will probably release their own package sometime next year.

There are many talented people.

You moved me. ... You celebrate what this competition is all about, and you are an American Idol.

Great. Just what I needed was a compliment on my wardrobe from someone who's always on the worst-dressed list.

I will never forget my humble beginnings as a Laker Girl. It was probably one of the most fun jobs I ever had.

You're way better than that song choice. It didn't show your range, it didn't show your personality.

My job, I think, is the hardest job out of all the judges because I am the only one that is a performer.

I think casting directors need to take a good look at you because the camera loves you.

The cool part of being an entertainer is getting the opportunity to get your feet wet in all areas.

I signed on with Disney to star and choreograph an original film.

For all of those willing to help me start a family, I am flattered. I will let you know when I need your help.

He's worse than ever. If they say, 'Paula is going crazy,' the reason is Simon is whispering things in my ear, like, 'What's the price of beans' Things that make no sense at all.

I'm the most popular girl around. I've been giving mine away to everyone, and they're going insane over it.

You need these experiences. Just know that sometimes, the director has a specific look in mind.

I got a call to come in and meet Fox, and the rest is history.

If I decide to tour, I definitely would come to Washington, D.C. We'll see.

Can you imagine Simon as a kid? His imaginary friends probably never wanted to play with him.

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 12 (Reuters) - An investigation by the Fox television network has found no evidence to support assertions by a former contestant on the hit television show American Idol, ... grateful this ordeal is over.

American Idol has taken over my whole life.

If they're singing about heartbreak, they've lived it.

I'm not going to beat around the bush. I'd like to pretend to make it difficult for you, but nothing seems to be difficult for you.

You know what time it is in the competition and you took a risk.

All you can do is the best you can do.

Everyone is your best friend when you are successful. Make sure that the people that you surround yourself with are also the people that you are not afraid of failing with.

America fell in love with the innocence of a kid who just was honest, saying, I did the best I could, and I had no formal training.

The more auditions you go on, the more you will learn not to take it personally.

I welcome him like I welcome cold sores. He's from England, he's angry and he's got Mad Power Disease.

When people expect me to go right, I'll go left. I'm unpredictable.

There is love there. And then there's times when I can't even stomach Simon. You don't have to sit next to him. That's all I have to say.