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'''Paris Giselle Bennett'''(born ], ]{{Fact|date=April 2007}}) is an ] ]. She came to national recognition as a contestant on the ] of the reality television talent show, '']'', and was eliminated from the competition on ], ], finishing in fifth place. '''Paris Ana'is Bennett''' (born August 21, 1988) is an American singer who finished in fifth place on the ] of the ] talent show, '']''.


==Biography== ==Biography==

===Early years=== ===Early years===
Bennett was born in ],{{Fact|date=April 2007}} to Jamecia Venzett Bennett, former ] vocalist of the vocal ensemble ], and current solo artist.<ref></ref> Bennett was raised by her mother and stepfather, downtown developer Nedal "Ned" Abdul,<ref> </ref> in ].<ref> </ref> Paris began performing at the age of six<ref> </ref> and was trained by her mother and grandmother, ],<ref> </ref> the former lead singer of the ].<ref> </ref> Bennett was born in ],{{Citation needed|date=April 2007}} to Jamecia Venzett Bennett, former ] vocalist of the vocal ensemble ], and current solo artist.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.soundsofblackness.org/jamecia-bennett/|title=Jamecia Bennett|website=Sounds of Blackness|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref> Bennett was raised by her mother and Father downtown developer Nedal "Ned" Abdul,<ref name="autogenerated8"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041215180857/http://skywaynews.net/articles/2004/12/14/news/news02.txt|date=December 15, 2004}}</ref> in ].<ref name="autogenerated4"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061206115936/http://www.afronetwireless.com/afronet/articles.asp?i=32|date=December 6, 2006}}</ref> Bennett began performing at the age of six,<ref name="autogenerated5"> in ]; {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060522232319/http://www.austin360.com/tv/content/tv/stories/2006/04/20paris.html|date=May 22, 2006}}</ref> and was trained by her mother and grandmother, ],<ref name=autogenerated2>{{cite web|url=http://www.americanidol.com/contestants/season5/paris_bennett/ |title=Season 5 Contestants: Paris Bennett |publisher=Americanidol.com |access-date=February 12, 2012}}</ref> the former lead singer of the ].<ref>{{Citation|title=Put It on Paper|date=March 19, 2002|asin=B000063COF|publisher=Umvd Labels}}</ref>


Paris has three younger brothers,<ref> </ref> Shakur, Jamez,<ref> </ref> and Dustin. Bennett is also trained in ], modern ] and ] ].<ref> </ref> She has opened for acts such as ].<ref> </ref> Bennett attended Edina High School and played the part of Dorothy in the school production of "The Wiz" in 2003.<ref> </ref><ref name="edina">{{cite web|last= Bennett|first= Paris |authorlink= |coauthors= | date=circa 2003 |url= http://www.startribune.com/1741/v-video/story/260796.html |title= Paris Bennett performs in The Wiz |format= Windows Media Player |work= |pages= |publisher= | language= English |accessdate= 2006-12-23 |}}</ref> Bennett's favorite artists are ], ], ], ] and ].<ref> </ref> In 2004, Bennett shifted to ] to live with her grandparents and began her senior year at ].<ref> </ref> Bennett has three brothers,<ref name="autogenerated2" /> Shakur, Jamez, Orlando.<ref name=autogenerated8 /> Bennett attended Edina High School and played the part of Dorothy in the school production of "The Wiz" in 2003.<ref name=autogenerated5 /><ref name="edina">{{cite web|last=Bennett |first=Paris |date=c. 2003 |url=http://www.startribune.com/1741/v-video/story/260796.html |title=Paris Bennett performs in The Wiz |website=] |format=Windows Media Player |access-date=December 23, 2006 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060804154952/http://www.startribune.com/1741/v-video/story/260796.html |archive-date=August 4, 2006 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Bennett's favorite artists are ], ], ], ] and ].<ref>{{cite web|last=Richenthal |first=Matt |url=http://www.americanidolworship.com/2006/12/an-interview-with-paris-bennett/ |title=An Interview with Paris Bennett |publisher=Americanidolworship.com |date=December 6, 2006 |access-date=February 12, 2012}}</ref> In 2004, Bennett moved to ] to live with her grandparents and began her senior year at ].<ref name=autogenerated4 />


Bennett had decided to pursue ], not wanting to walk in the limelight of her family.<ref> </ref> However, Bennett's grandfather, Tim Lee, saw that the American Idol auditions were being held in ], and Bennett agreed to try out but said she would give up singing if she did not make it, as stated on the show. Bennett had decided to pursue ], not wanting to walk in the limelight of her family.<ref name="autogenerated5"/> However, Bennett's grandfather, Tim Lee, saw that the ''American Idol'' auditions were being held in ], and Bennett agreed to try out but said she would give up singing if she did not make it, as stated on the show.


===''American Idol''=== ===''American Idol''===
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In her audition, Bennett first performed the ]' Cowboy Take Me Away, and was complimented by ] on her voice. Bennett then chose to sing ] which she mistakenly attributed to ]. In fact, there is no known recording of Billie singing this song.<ref> </ref> ] said that she has the lineage (referring to Nesby), Abdul called Bennett incredible, and ] asked where she had been hiding. Bennett was given a unanimous vote to go to Hollywood.
In her audition, Bennett first performed the ]' "]", and was complimented by ] on her voice. Bennett then chose to sing "]" which she mistakenly attributed to ] (the song was composed by ], with the lyrics penned by his wife).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://forums.allaboutjazz.com/showthread.php?t=12913|title="Take Five" performed by Billie Holiday?|website=forums.allaboutjazz.com|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref> ] said that she has the lineage (referring to Nesby), Abdul called Bennett incredible, and ] asked where she had been hiding. Bennett was given a unanimous vote to go to Hollywood.


In the first Hollywood round, Bennett sang ] and was put through to the next round. She then performed a group performance of ] with Hannah Freeman and ], which was said by Cowell to be pitiful overall. Bennett was put through. For her third performance, Bennett sang ]. She was then put through to the Top 24. In the first Hollywood round, Bennett sang "]" and was put through to the next round. She then performed a group performance of "]" with Hannah Freeman and ], which was said by Cowell to be pitiful overall. Bennett was put through. For her third performance, Bennett sang "]". She was then put through to the Top 24.


On ], Bennett performed ] by ]. The judges enjoyed the performance. On ], Bennett performed ]'s ], and was told that it was a good vocal performance, and to avoid performing older songs. On ], Bennett performed ]'s Conga. The judges liked the decision to sing an uptempo song, although the vocals were average. Bennett was put through to the Top 12 on ]. On February 21, Bennett performed "]" by ]. The judges enjoyed the performance. On February 28, Bennett performed ]'s "]", and was told that it was a good vocal performance, and to avoid performing older songs. On March 7, Bennett performed ]'s "]". The judges liked the decision to sing an uptempo song, although the vocals were average. Bennett was put through to the Top 12 on March 9.


On ], the ] theme night, Bennett performed All I Do. Stevie Wonder, guest coach, said that hearing Paris reminded him of the excitement of ]. Jackson said that she had returned to greatness, Abdul called her a seasoned veteran, and Cowell added that she was very confident on the stage. Bennett was safe. On March 14, the ] theme night, Bennett performed "All I Do". Stevie Wonder, guest coach, said that hearing her reminded him of the excitement of ]. Jackson said that she had returned to greatness, Abdul called her a seasoned veteran, and Cowell added that she was very confident on the stage.


On ], the ] theme night, Bennett performed the song she had performed in the Hollywood round, ]'s ]. ] praised the depth and power in her vocals. Jackson said that she displayed experience beyond her years, Abdul called her vocals impeccable, and Cowell said it was great. Bennett was safe. On March 21, the 1950s theme night, Bennett performed the song she had performed in the Hollywood round, ]'s "]". ] praised the depth and power in her vocals. Jackson said that she displayed experience beyond her years, Abdul called her vocals impeccable, and Cowell said it was great.


Bennett performed ]' ] on the ] show, in which the theme was of songs from the past six years. Jackson thought it was the best of the night; Abdul called it awesome. Cowell found it overly precocious. Bennett was safe. Bennett performed ]' "]" on the March 28 show, in which the theme was of songs from the past six years. Jackson thought it was the best of the night; Abdul called it awesome. Cowell found it overly precocious.


On ], the ] theme night, Bennett performed ] by ]. ] felt that it was a good choice to display Bennett's strengths. Jackson found the beginning weak, but felt she improved somewhat by the end. Abdul did not feel a connection with the song, and thought it seemed a struggle for Bennett. Cowell called the performance very good and an excellent choice of song. On the results night, Bennett was placed in the bottom three with ] and ], but was not eliminated. On April 4, the ] theme night, Bennett performed "]" by ]. ] felt that it was a good choice to display Bennett's strengths. Jackson found the beginning weak, but felt she improved somewhat by the end. Abdul did not feel a connection with the song, and thought it seemed a struggle for Bennett. Cowell called the performance very good and an excellent choice of song. On the results night, Bennett was placed in the bottom three with ] and ], but was not eliminated.


On ], the ] theme night, Bennett sang ]. ] said that he loved everything about Bennett. Jackson told her that it was a little rough in the beginning and middle, but she worked it out in the end. Abdul told Bennett to keep on rocking. Cowell found it a little weird. Bennett was safe. Cowell revealed on ] that Bennett was his personal favorite.<ref> </ref> On April 11, the ] theme night, Bennett sang "]". ] said that he loved everything about Bennett. Jackson told her that it was a little rough in the beginning and middle, but she worked it out in the end. Abdul told Bennett to keep on rocking. Cowell found it a little weird. Bennett was safe. Cowell revealed on April 14 that Bennett was his personal favorite.<ref>{{cite web|author=Warner Bros. Online |url=http://telepixtvcgi.warnerbros.com/v2/news/0406/14/3/text.html |title=Why Simon Cowell Says Ryan Seacrest Owes Him |publisher=Telepixtvcgi.warnerbros.com |date=April 14, 2006 |access-date=February 12, 2012}}</ref>


] was the ] theme night, and Bennett performed ]. ] commented that "for seventeen, Paris is amazing." Jackson said that it was her best performance. Abdul said that Bennett could have a hit album of these songs. Cowell found it stylish and classy. Bennett was placed in the bottom three with ] and ], but was not eliminated. April 18 was the ] theme night, and Bennett performed "]". ] commented that "for seventeen, Paris is amazing." Jackson said that it was her best performance. Abdul said that Bennett could have a hit album of these songs. Cowell found it stylish and classy. Bennett was placed in the bottom three with ] and ], but was not eliminated.


The theme of the ] show was love songs. Bennett performed ]'s ]. ] called her rehearsal performance "very nice", and ] called her voice spectacular. Jackson said that he liked it although he was not blown away. Abdul thought Bennett oversang in parts, but overall it was the best female vocal of the night. Cowell called it a very good vocal, but old-fashioned. Bennett was in the bottom two with Kellie Pickler, and Pickler was eliminated. The theme of the April 25 show was love songs. Bennett performed ]'s "]". ] called her rehearsal performance "very nice", and ] called her voice spectacular. Jackson said that he liked it although he was not blown away. Abdul thought Bennett oversang in parts, but overall it was the best female vocal of the night. Cowell called it a very good vocal, but old-fashioned. Bennett was in the bottom two with Kellie Pickler, but was not eliminated.


The first theme on ] was songs from the contestants' year of birth. Bennett chose ] by ], although the version released in 1988 was by ], featuring ]. Jackson liked the performance. Abdul stated that she loves Paris singing songs from the past eras. Cowell found it screechy and annoying. The second theme was songs on the current ] charts. Bennett performed ] by ]. Jackson thought that Bennett rocked it. Abdul thought that she loved Bennett's voice on the song, but was wishing for an individual flip on it. Cowell thought that Bennett did rather well with the song. On ], Bennett was placed in the bottom two with Yamin and eliminated from the competition. The first theme on May 2 was songs from the contestants' year of birth. Bennett chose "]" by ], although the version released in 1988 was by ], featuring ]. Jackson liked the performance. Abdul stated that she loves Bennett singing songs from the past eras. Cowell found it screechy and annoying. The second theme was songs on the current '']'' charts. Bennett performed "]" by ]. Jackson thought that Bennett rocked it. Abdul thought that she loved Bennett's voice on the song, but was wishing for an individual flip on it. Cowell thought that Bennett did rather well with the song. On May 3, Bennett was placed in the bottom two with Yamin and eliminated from the competition.


Bennett returned to perform on the finale. As did the other top five contestants, Bennett performed a duet with an artist, in this case ], on "We're In This Love Together". Bennett has since stated that she would love to have a duet with Jarreau on her debut album<ref> </ref>. She also performed Close To You by ], and in the girls' medley sang ], ], ], and "Trouble". Prince, who was appearing for a surprise performance, met and thanked Paris for singing his song, and fulfilled her request for a kiss on the cheek.<ref> </ref> Bennett returned to perform on the finale. As did the other top five contestants, Bennett performed a duet with an artist, in this case ], on "We're in This Love Together". She also performed Close To You by ], and in the girls' medley sang "]", "]", "]", and "Trouble". Prince, who was appearing for a surprise performance, met and thanked Bennett for singing his song.<ref>{{cite web |last=Ho |first=Rodney |url=http://www.accessatlanta.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/accessatlanta/idol/entries/2006/06/07/67_paris_met_pr.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070930185027/http://www.accessatlanta.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/accessatlanta/idol/entries/2006/06/07/67_paris_met_pr.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=September 30, 2007 |title=Paris met Prince finale night |publisher=Access Atlanta |date=June 7, 2006 |access-date=February 12, 2012 }}</ref>


Bennett recorded Midnight Train to Georgia for the ] compilation album. The track has sold 9,100 legal downloads as of ], ].{{Fact|date=April 2007}} Bennett recorded Midnight Train to Georgia for the ] compilation album. The track has sold 9,100 legal downloads as of August 10, 2006.{{Citation needed|date=April 2007}}


===Post-''Idol''=== ===Post-''Idol''===
Bennett appeared on ] on Thursday, ], ]. She got to spin the ''Wheel of Consolation''. She won a ], only to have someone come out dressed as ] wearing aviator glasses. Bennett also appeared on ],<ref> </ref> ], ], ], ],<ref></ref> ] (on The Steve & Vikki Morning Show),<ref></ref> and the ], among others. After "American Idol", Bennett at age 18 began recording and preparing for the release of her debut album, "Princess P" (a nickname given to her by Ryan Seacrest). Bennett appeared on '']'' on Thursday, May 4, 2006. She got to spin the ''Wheel of Consolation''. She won a ], only to have someone come out dressed as ] wearing aviator glasses. Bennett also appeared on '']'',<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mtv.com/ontv/dyn/trl/interviews.jhtml?interviewId=1532031|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071001005353/http://www.mtv.com/ontv/dyn/trl/interviews.jhtml?interviewId=1532031|url-status=dead|archive-date=October 1, 2007|title=MTV Original TV Shows, Reality TV Shows {{!}} MTV|website=MTV|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref> '']'', '']'', '']'', '']'',<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ryan.kiisfm.com/timages/page/media/PARISWITH_RYAN.mp3|title=iHeartRadio interview|website=ryan.kiisfm.com|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref> ] (on ''The Steve & Vikki Morning Show''),<ref>; {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061113064259/http://www.star94.com/shows/index.cfm?show=sv&cid=4|date=November 13, 2006}}
</ref> and the ], among others.


In ] on May 30, 2006, Paris sang the ] at a conference finals ] game between the ] and the ]. On ], ], Bennett visited her younger brother Jamez's classroom to perform "Fever" in the 3 year old's music class.<ref></ref> Bennett also held a homecoming concert in Rockford, Illinois. Bennett recorded a duet with ] on the official soundtrack of the movie ]. They sang a song called "The Tigers".<ref>"</ref> In ] on May 30, 2006, Bennett sang the ] at a conference finals ] game between the ] and the ]. Bennett also held a homecoming concert in Rockford, Illinois. Bennett recorded a duet with ] on the official soundtrack of the movie ]. They sang a song called "The Tigers".<ref>{{Citation|title=Everyone's Hero Music From The Motion Picture|date=September 12, 2006|publisher=ColumbiaSony Music Soundtrax|asin=B000H5TUG8}}</ref>


Bennett and her mother performed at the 2006 Divas Simply Singing ] benefit concert.<ref></ref> Bennett performed "Take Five" at "The Gathering Live", a concert to raise awareness of ].<ref> </ref> At the 2006 ], Bennett announced plans for a clothing line, "Tres P" (Three times the Paris), to "help you find your royalty".{{Fact|date=April 2007}} Bennett, Young, Mandisa and ] are all appearing on the ] ] special.<ref></ref> Bennett is performing on the Walt Disney Cruise to ], along with ]. Bennet sang the National Anthem at the Minnesota Twins home opener on April 2, 2007 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Bennett and her mother performed at the 2006 Divas Simply Singing ] benefit concert.<ref>; {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061211193622/http://www.divassimplysinging.com/content/divas.php|date=December 11, 2006}}</ref> Bennett performed "Take Five" at "The Gathering Live", a concert to raise awareness of ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hennepintheatredistrict.org/eventdescription.asp?theshow%3DGATHERING06|title=Hennepin Theatre District: Event Description|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061015015647/http://www.hennepintheatredistrict.org/eventdescription.asp?theshow=GATHERING06|archive-date=October 15, 2006|url-status=dead|access-date=December 25, 2006}}</ref> At the 2006 ], Bennett announced plans for a clothing line, "Tres P" (Three times the Paris), to "help you find your royalty".{{Citation needed|date=April 2007}} Bennett, Young, ] and ] are all appearing on the ] ] special.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.americanidolworship.com/2006/12/american-idol-picture-of-the-day-covais-bennett-young-and-mandisa-get-goofy/|title=American Idol Picture of the Day: Covais, Bennett, Young and Mandisa Get Goofy|date=December 4, 2006|publisher=Americanidolworship.com|access-date=February 12, 2012}}</ref> Bennett is performing on the Walt Disney Cruise to ], along with ]. Bennet sang the National Anthem at the Minnesota Twins home opener on April 2, 2007, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In 2007, Bennett became an official supporter of ] and is a member of their celebrity board, called the Friends of RMHC.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rmhc.com/celebrity-friends/|title=Celebrity Friends of RMHC|publisher=McDonald's Corporation|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080628042918/http://www.rmhc.com/celebrity-friends/|archive-date=June 28, 2008|url-status=dead}}</ref>


===2007: ''Princess P''=== ===2007: ''Princess P''===
Bennett was signed to 306 Entertainment and worked with Jon Jon Traxx, Darren Lighty, and ] on her debut album, titled ''Princess P'' after the nickname given to her by her family and used affectionately for her by ] on ''American Idol''.<ref name=autogenerated6>{{cite news|last=Ho |first=Rodney |url=http://www.ajc.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/accessatlanta/idol/entries/2006/12/08/128_paris_signs.html |title=Paris signs with indie label |newspaper=] |date=December 8, 2006 |access-date=February 12, 2012}}</ref> Bennett co-wrote the album with J. Isaac, and says it is based on her experiences before, on, and after American Idol. The ] and ] album was released on April 24.<ref name=autogenerated6 />
]
Bennett is currently signed to 306 Entertainment,<ref></ref> owned by Paul Jones, her uncle. Bennett's mother Jamecia is also signed to the independent label.<ref></ref> Bennett is working with Jon Jon Traxx, Darren Lighty, and ] on her debut album, titled "''Princess P''" after the nickname given to her by her family and used affectionately for her by ] on American Idol.<ref></ref><ref> </ref> Bennett is co-writing the album with J. Isaac, and says it is based on her experiences before, on, and after American Idol.<ref></ref> The ] and ] album is slated for release on ].<ref></ref><ref></ref>


Four songs from the album, lead single "Ordinary Love", "Burnt Up", "I'm So Hot", and "Dreamin" can currently be heard in full on Bennett's myspace. The song "Burnt Up" was recently removed from Paris's myspace, and replaced with the slow piano ballad "I Will".{{Fact|date=April 2007}} Bennett has also confirmed tracks "B-Bye", "Best Friend" (with Jamecia Bennett, ], and Shirley Bennett), "Let Me Rap" (featuring ]), a track with ], and one or more jazz tracks.<ref></ref><ref></ref> Four songs from the album, lead single "Ordinary Love", "Burnt Up", "I'm So Hot", and "Dreamin" can currently be heard in full on Bennett's Myspace. The song "Burnt Up" was recently removed from Bennett's MySpace, and replaced with the slow piano ballad "I Will".{{Citation needed|date=April 2007}} Bennett has also confirmed tracks "B-Bye", "Best Friend" (with Jamecia Bennett, ], and Shirley Bennett), "Let Me Rap" (featuring ]), and one or more jazz tracks.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1550192/20070118/bennett__paris.jhtml|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070121163755/http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1550192/20070118/bennett__paris.jhtml|url-status=dead|archive-date=January 21, 2007|title=Idols Now: Paris Bennett Debut Includes Rapper ... Kevin Covais?|newspaper=MTV News|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ajc.com/404/XQ0r5JpZQy8oY6ivdh3R8L/|title=AJC Homepage|website=Ajc.com|access-date=December 12, 2016}}</ref>


The video to "Ordinary Love" was released onto Bennett's management site on February 14, and then taken down due to the single being held back. The video to "Ordinary Love" was officially released onto Yahoo's Music Site<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.music.yahoo.com|title=Yahoo Music|website=Music.yahoo.com}}</ref> on April 23, 2007. The album was released on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. It is distributed by TVT (Tee Vee Tunes) Records and 306 Entertainment. The video, also starring ], was shot in January 2007 at Icehouse Studios in ].
The video to "Ordinary Love" was released onto Bennett's management site on February 14th.<ref></ref>

Bennett was featured on ]'s Incubator. After this, "I Will" and "]" were able to be requested.

=== ''2008: A Royal Christmas'' ===
The album includes standards and original tracks, such as "The Holla Day Shuffle," written by her mother Jamecia Bennett. Classics receive R&B arrangements that are alternately modernized ("Li'l Drummer Boy," "Deck the Halls") and kept to low-key contemporary tastefulness ("God Rest Ye Merry," "Silent Night"), while one ("12 Days of Christmas") receives an acoustic jazz backdrop. Bennett was also featured at the San Diego Men's Chorus' (SDMC) 24th annual holiday show on December 6, 2008.

Bennett starred as Dorothy in '']'' on Broadway. Bennett released an original holiday song, "All I Need for Christmas."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/all-i-need-for-christmas-single/1441347743 |title=All I Need for Christmas - Single by Paris Bennett on Apple Music |website=Itunes.apple.com |access-date=March 17, 2020}}</ref>

==Personal life==
Bennett gave birth to a daughter in October 2008.<ref>{{cite news| url=https://www.foxnews.com/story/ex-american-idol-finalist-paris-bennett-pregnant | work=Fox News | title=Ex-'American Idol' Finalist Paris Bennett Pregnant | date=July 1, 2008}}</ref>


==Discography== ==Discography==
===Albums===


===Albums===
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===Singles=== ===Singles===
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|"Unapologetically Me"
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American singer (born 1988)This article is about the American singer. For the American murderer, see Murder of Ella Bennett. For the Marvel supervillain, see Exodus (comics).

Paris Bennett
Paris BennettParis Bennett
Background information
Birth nameParis Ana'is Bennett
Also known asParis
Born (1988-08-21) August 21, 1988 (age 36)
Rockford, Illinois, U.S.
OriginFayetteville, Georgia, U.S.
Genres
Years active2006–present
LabelsIndependent
Musical artist

Paris Ana'is Bennett (born August 21, 1988) is an American singer who finished in fifth place on the fifth season of the reality television talent show, American Idol.

Biography

Early years

Bennett was born in Rockford, Illinois, to Jamecia Venzett Bennett, former soprano vocalist of the vocal ensemble Sounds of Blackness, and current solo artist. Bennett was raised by her mother and Father downtown developer Nedal "Ned" Abdul, in Edina, Minnesota. Bennett began performing at the age of six, and was trained by her mother and grandmother, Ann Nesby, the former lead singer of the Sounds of Blackness.

Bennett has three brothers, Shakur, Jamez, Orlando. Bennett attended Edina High School and played the part of Dorothy in the school production of "The Wiz" in 2003. Bennett's favorite artists are Gladys Knight, Etta James, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday and Aretha Franklin. In 2004, Bennett moved to Fayetteville, Georgia to live with her grandparents and began her senior year at Starr's Mill High School.

Bennett had decided to pursue gynaecology, not wanting to walk in the limelight of her family. However, Bennett's grandfather, Tim Lee, saw that the American Idol auditions were being held in Greensboro, and Bennett agreed to try out but said she would give up singing if she did not make it, as stated on the show.

American Idol

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In her audition, Bennett first performed the Dixie Chicks' "Cowboy Take Me Away", and was complimented by Paula Abdul on her voice. Bennett then chose to sing "Take Five" which she mistakenly attributed to Billie Holiday (the song was composed by Paul Desmond, with the lyrics penned by his wife). Randy Jackson said that she has the lineage (referring to Nesby), Abdul called Bennett incredible, and Simon Cowell asked where she had been hiding. Bennett was given a unanimous vote to go to Hollywood.

In the first Hollywood round, Bennett sang "Can't Fight the Moonlight" and was put through to the next round. She then performed a group performance of "Emotion" with Hannah Freeman and Stevie Scott, which was said by Cowell to be pitiful overall. Bennett was put through. For her third performance, Bennett sang "Fever". She was then put through to the Top 24.

On February 21, Bennett performed "Midnight Train to Georgia" by Gladys Knight & the Pips. The judges enjoyed the performance. On February 28, Bennett performed Bette Midler's "Wind Beneath My Wings", and was told that it was a good vocal performance, and to avoid performing older songs. On March 7, Bennett performed Gloria Estefan's "Conga". The judges liked the decision to sing an uptempo song, although the vocals were average. Bennett was put through to the Top 12 on March 9.

On March 14, the Stevie Wonder theme night, Bennett performed "All I Do". Stevie Wonder, guest coach, said that hearing her reminded him of the excitement of Fantasia Barrino. Jackson said that she had returned to greatness, Abdul called her a seasoned veteran, and Cowell added that she was very confident on the stage.

On March 21, the 1950s theme night, Bennett performed the song she had performed in the Hollywood round, Peggy Lee's "Fever". Barry Manilow praised the depth and power in her vocals. Jackson said that she displayed experience beyond her years, Abdul called her vocals impeccable, and Cowell said it was great.

Bennett performed Beyoncé Knowles' "Work It Out" on the March 28 show, in which the theme was of songs from the past six years. Jackson thought it was the best of the night; Abdul called it awesome. Cowell found it overly precocious.

On April 4, the country theme night, Bennett performed "How Do I Live" by LeAnn Rimes. Kenny Rogers felt that it was a good choice to display Bennett's strengths. Jackson found the beginning weak, but felt she improved somewhat by the end. Abdul did not feel a connection with the song, and thought it seemed a struggle for Bennett. Cowell called the performance very good and an excellent choice of song. On the results night, Bennett was placed in the bottom three with Mandisa and Elliott Yamin, but was not eliminated.

On April 11, the Queen theme night, Bennett sang "The Show Must Go On". Brian May said that he loved everything about Bennett. Jackson told her that it was a little rough in the beginning and middle, but she worked it out in the end. Abdul told Bennett to keep on rocking. Cowell found it a little weird. Bennett was safe. Cowell revealed on April 14 that Bennett was his personal favorite.

April 18 was the Great American Songbook theme night, and Bennett performed "These Foolish Things". Rod Stewart commented that "for seventeen, Paris is amazing." Jackson said that it was her best performance. Abdul said that Bennett could have a hit album of these songs. Cowell found it stylish and classy. Bennett was placed in the bottom three with Chris Daughtry and Ace Young, but was not eliminated.

The theme of the April 25 show was love songs. Bennett performed Barbra Streisand's "The Way We Were". David Foster called her rehearsal performance "very nice", and Andrea Bocelli called her voice spectacular. Jackson said that he liked it although he was not blown away. Abdul thought Bennett oversang in parts, but overall it was the best female vocal of the night. Cowell called it a very good vocal, but old-fashioned. Bennett was in the bottom two with Kellie Pickler, but was not eliminated.

The first theme on May 2 was songs from the contestants' year of birth. Bennett chose "Kiss" by Prince, although the version released in 1988 was by Art of Noise, featuring Tom Jones. Jackson liked the performance. Abdul stated that she loves Bennett singing songs from the past eras. Cowell found it screechy and annoying. The second theme was songs on the current Billboard charts. Bennett performed "Be Without You" by Mary J. Blige. Jackson thought that Bennett rocked it. Abdul thought that she loved Bennett's voice on the song, but was wishing for an individual flip on it. Cowell thought that Bennett did rather well with the song. On May 3, Bennett was placed in the bottom two with Yamin and eliminated from the competition.

Bennett returned to perform on the finale. As did the other top five contestants, Bennett performed a duet with an artist, in this case Al Jarreau, on "We're in This Love Together". She also performed Close To You by Dionne Warwick, and in the girls' medley sang "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", "Natural Woman", "I'm Every Woman", and "Trouble". Prince, who was appearing for a surprise performance, met and thanked Bennett for singing his song.

Bennett recorded Midnight Train to Georgia for the American Idol Season 5: Encores compilation album. The track has sold 9,100 legal downloads as of August 10, 2006.

Post-Idol

After "American Idol", Bennett at age 18 began recording and preparing for the release of her debut album, "Princess P" (a nickname given to her by Ryan Seacrest). Bennett appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on Thursday, May 4, 2006. She got to spin the Wheel of Consolation. She won a Lincoln Aviator, only to have someone come out dressed as Abraham Lincoln wearing aviator glasses. Bennett also appeared on Total Request Live, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Entertainment Tonight, Live With Regis and Kelly, On Air With Ryan Seacrest, WSTR-FM (on The Steve & Vikki Morning Show), and the Today Show, among others.

In Detroit on May 30, 2006, Bennett sang the National Anthem at a conference finals NBA game between the Detroit Pistons and the Miami Heat. Bennett also held a homecoming concert in Rockford, Illinois. Bennett recorded a duet with John Debney on the official soundtrack of the movie Everyone's Hero. They sang a song called "The Tigers".

Bennett and her mother performed at the 2006 Divas Simply Singing AIDS benefit concert. Bennett performed "Take Five" at "The Gathering Live", a concert to raise awareness of domestic violence. At the 2006 BET Awards, Bennett announced plans for a clothing line, "Tres P" (Three times the Paris), to "help you find your royalty". Bennett, Young, Mandisa and Kevin Covais are all appearing on the Walt Disney World Christmas special. Bennett is performing on the Walt Disney Cruise to St. Lucia, along with Bianca Ryan. Bennet sang the National Anthem at the Minnesota Twins home opener on April 2, 2007, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In 2007, Bennett became an official supporter of Ronald McDonald House Charities and is a member of their celebrity board, called the Friends of RMHC.

2007: Princess P

Bennett was signed to 306 Entertainment and worked with Jon Jon Traxx, Darren Lighty, and Rodney Jerkins on her debut album, titled Princess P after the nickname given to her by her family and used affectionately for her by Ryan Seacrest on American Idol. Bennett co-wrote the album with J. Isaac, and says it is based on her experiences before, on, and after American Idol. The R&B and pop album was released on April 24.

Four songs from the album, lead single "Ordinary Love", "Burnt Up", "I'm So Hot", and "Dreamin" can currently be heard in full on Bennett's Myspace. The song "Burnt Up" was recently removed from Bennett's MySpace, and replaced with the slow piano ballad "I Will". Bennett has also confirmed tracks "B-Bye", "Best Friend" (with Jamecia Bennett, Ann Nesby, and Shirley Bennett), "Let Me Rap" (featuring Kevin Covais), and one or more jazz tracks.

The video to "Ordinary Love" was released onto Bennett's management site on February 14, and then taken down due to the single being held back. The video to "Ordinary Love" was officially released onto Yahoo's Music Site on April 23, 2007. The album was released on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. It is distributed by TVT (Tee Vee Tunes) Records and 306 Entertainment. The video, also starring Dustin Breeding, was shot in January 2007 at Icehouse Studios in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Bennett was featured on Radio Disney's Incubator. After this, "I Will" and "My Boyfriend's Back" were able to be requested.

2008: A Royal Christmas

The album includes standards and original tracks, such as "The Holla Day Shuffle," written by her mother Jamecia Bennett. Classics receive R&B arrangements that are alternately modernized ("Li'l Drummer Boy," "Deck the Halls") and kept to low-key contemporary tastefulness ("God Rest Ye Merry," "Silent Night"), while one ("12 Days of Christmas") receives an acoustic jazz backdrop. Bennett was also featured at the San Diego Men's Chorus' (SDMC) 24th annual holiday show on December 6, 2008.

Bennett starred as Dorothy in The Wiz on Broadway. Bennett released an original holiday song, "All I Need for Christmas."

Personal life

Bennett gave birth to a daughter in October 2008.

Discography

Albums

Year Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
(sales threshold)
US US
R&B 		US
Heat 		US
Indie
2007 Princess P
  • Released: May 8, 2007
  • Label: 306/TVT
  • Format: CD
 133 47 1 15
  • US sales: 22,500
2008 A Royal Christmas
  • Released: October 14, 2008
  • Label: CC Entertainment
  • Format: CD
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Singles

Year Song US Pop Album
2006 "Midnight Train to Georgia" 52 American Idol Season 5: Encores
2007 "Ordinary Love" - Princess P
"Duet" (featuring J. Isaac) -
2008 "My Boyfriend's Back" -
2018 "All I Need For Christmas" -
2019 "Unapologetically Me" -

Soundtrack appearances

Year Song Album
2006 "The Tigers" John Debney Everyone's Hero (Music from the Motion Picture)
2011 "I Will" Mama, I Want to Sing! - The Soundtrack

References

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