Nikko Smith

Template:Infobox musical artist 2 Nikko Smith (born on April 28, 1982 in San Diego, CA) is a singer/songwriter whose haulting vocals represent an amazing mix of skill, desire, and gift. Nikko is currently working on an album entitled "The Revolution" which is due to be relased sometime next year.

American Idol

Nikko auditioned for American Idol in 2005 with the song "All I Do" by Stevie Wonder. Smith made it to the thrid round of the semi-finals, but was voted off on March 9 along with Travis Tucker.

Days later, Smith got a phone call from the producers asking him to come back in place of Mario Vazquez. American Idol later reported Vazquez left for personal reasons. After returning, Nikko was dubbed "The Comeback Kid" by judge Paula Abdul because of his good performance.

Smith was voted off on April 6 after his performance of "One Hand, One Heart" from West Side Story during musical theater week.

Performances On American Idol

• February 21, 2005 - Part Time Lover [Original Artist: Stevie Wonder]
• February 28, 2005 - Let's Get It On [Original Artist: Marvin Gaye]
• March 7, 2005 - Georgia On My Mind [Original Artist: Ray Charles]
• March 15, 2005 (I Want You Back [Original Artist: The Jackson 5]
• March 22, 2005 Incomplete [Original Artist: Sisqó]
• March 29, 2005) Can We Talk [Original Artist: Tevin Campbell]
• April 5, 2005 One Hand, One Heart [Musical: West Side Story]

External links

• American Idol Official Site Smith's information on show website
• Official website