31. This is a little hard to believe. This statement surely couldn't have come from Taylor himself. He's always had good things to say about the song, and the way he sings the song bears this out. His arrangements are just spectacular. We are all waiting for his CD , and then and only then ,will we have the opportunity to hear the song writing talents from this gifted musician. Shame on anyone who tries to capitilize on his hard-earned fame. Especially those who didn't have time for him years ago!!!

Posted at 8:32PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Sammi

32. It seems to me that you are putting words in Taylor's mouth based on hearsay by someone who is no longer his manager...and this was taken from online rag magazines akin to the Star. While Taylor MAY actually feel that way (who knows), HE has not publicly said that. In fact, he has mentioned that he appreciates the words of the song. It isn't the best song (and yes, The Fall IS a much better song), but it is far better than My Destiny AND most of the crap that is out there on the radio right now.

Posted at 8:38PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Mellie

33. I do not believe one word of this article. I have read and listened to almost every interview and article that has been written about Taylor and he does not think or talk that way. He is very humble and appreciative of the opportunity that he has been given by his soul patrolers and the American Idol people. His song has reached number one and he is looking forward to performing on the tour and recording his album. He is constantly thanking everyone. Who ever wrote this article needs to get their facts straight I agree with everyone above me - I will buy anything that he records. I am looking forward to having many years of his music. to buy and listen to. .We are proud of Taylor and his Song. He did a fantastic job.

Posted at 8:39PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Kathy

34. I beg to differ….. Taylor has said nothing but WONDERFUL things about his first single, “Do I Make You Proud”. He has even been quoted as saying how this song “felt RIGHT for him”.

How SHAMEFUL this is!!!!! The SOUL PATROL can see right through this and recognize it for what it really is. A truly PATHETIC attempt for Taylor’s so called “FORMER PRODUCERS” to make easy $$$$ off of him and his fans.

I ‘m not that naive and you can’t pull the wool over my eyes that easily Mr. Smith. I for one want “The Fall” out there….. but NOT until Taylor himself benefits from this. I will wait patiently for that to happen and be OVERJOYED when your SCAM is shut down.

Taylor, keep doing what you do…because you do it so well. (WE LOVE and APPRECIATE IT!!!!!)

MKinder (Kentucky)

Posted at 9:38PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Missy

35. This story is fabricated by Tyler Music Group. They are not working with Taylor, and there is no actual comment from Taylor saying he wants to abandon his current single.

This group claims to be helping Taylor, but they are only hurting his reputation with American Idol fans.

Posted at 10:05PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Sherry

36. "Will Smith of Baldwin Entertainment in Nashville, Tennessee, tells "
Says Smith, "He wants to be known as a songwriter, not a karaoke singer."

The quotes above are Not from Taylor. They are from a slimy opportunist that passed up the goose that laid the golden egg. In 2001, this so-called producer didn't give Taylor the time of day in 2001 and now wants to capitalize on Taylor's success. This same quote-un-quote producer was so professional that he sought out posting messages on the American Idol Message board to sell Taylor's copies of the original CD and post notice of his plans to auction the original copy on E-bay.
You ask us now to believe the garbage this man is spewing now? I think NOT!

Before you report stories like this, please check out the source and prove to me, the reader, Taylor said these things.

Posted at 10:43PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Jenny

37. Taylors fans love what Taylor does..we've purchased his cd and will stand by him, however, I must mention 'Do I make you proud'. Please go to GoFish.com, look under 'military videos' and look for Taylors name with the name of his cd. Two military men made a video with Taylors CD playing in the background. People who have viewed this are brought to tears - the words in that song, along with Taylors voice and the pictures of our military are so very touching. Families who have members in the military love it. If you listen carefully to the wording - these men matched the words with the pictures and it is something that should be shown on national tv. It gives a lot of pride and praise to our military - it certainly makes the families and americans who care about our country proud. These people do not get the praise they deserve - they should be in our thoughts and prayers everyday. I have noone in the military, but it touched my heart and soul...the same as Taylor does. I've contacted many celebrities to get them to show this video. I would like your opinions, please email me at max123@wowway.com with your feelings after you view it. Thank you.

Posted at 10:44PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Charlotte

38. "Will Smith of Baldwin Entertainment in Nashville, Tennessee, tells "
Says Smith, "He wants to be known as a songwriter, not a karaoke singer."

The quotes above are Not from Taylor! They are from a slimy opportunist that passed up the goose that laid the golden egg. In 2001, this so-called producer didn't give Taylor the time of day and now wants to capitalize on Taylor's success. This same quote-un-quote producer was so professional that he sought out posting messages on the American Idol Message board to sell Taylor's copies of the original CD and to post notice of his plans to auction the original on E-bay.
You ask us now to believe the garbage this man is spewing now? I think NOT!

Before you report stories like this, please check out the source and prove to me the reader that Taylor said these things.

Posted at 11:19PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Jenny

39. "Will Smith of Baldwin Entertainment in Nashville, Tennessee, tells "
Says Smith, "He wants to be known as a songwriter, not a karaoke singer."

The quotes above are Not from Taylor! They are from a slimy opportunist that passed up the goose that laid the golden egg. In 2001, this so-called producer didn't give Taylor the time of day and now wants to capitalize on Taylor's success. This same quote-un-quote producer was so professional that he sought out posting messages on the American Idol Message board to sell Taylor's copies of the original CD and to post notice of his plans to auction the original on E-bay.
You ask us now to believe the garbage this man is spewing now? I think NOT!

Before you report stories like this, please check out the source and prove to me the reader that Taylor said these things.

Posted at 11:20PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Jenny

40. People forget that Taylor Hicks has reached hundreds of thousands of people who voted for him...he has such a huge fan base and we will defend Taylor when people write trashy lies.

Posted at 11:43PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Charlotte

41.
I don't believe a word of this story going around
that Taylor doesn't like DIMYP. Yes, he wants to
record his own music but he personnally pick this
as his single because he didn't like the one that
was picked for him. He said this song can be sung
for many occasions. He is a smart businessman
and worked to hard to say something like that.

Posted at 11:55PM on Jun 28th 2006 by Mary Ann

42. Taylor, if it is true that you hate the song "Do I Make You Proud", well I say, hang in there. As others have said it is a part of the contract with A.M. Then once your off on your own, you'll have tons of time to do all your own work. And besides, the song isn't bad. I like it. But I am waiting "breathlessly" for your album to come out in the fall. And another one after that, and another, and so on and so forth. Call me crazy, but I've been around the block a few times and "sweetie" your one good looking handsome MAN. Go Taylor!!! Love from Canada

Posted at 12:40AM on Jun 29th 2006 by Terri Usher

43. Taylor, if it is true that you hate the song "Do I Make You Proud", well I say, hang in there. As others have said, it is part of your contract with A.I.. Then once your off on your own, you'll have tons of opportunities to do all your own work. And besides, the song is good. Love the performance of it on Jay Leno. But I am waiting "breathlessly" for your fall album. And the one after that and so on and so forth. And Taylor, I've seen a man or two in my time and "sweetie" you are one good looking handsome MAN. Go Taylor!!! Love from Canada.

Posted at 1:00AM on Jun 29th 2006 by Terri Usher

44. The merit of this story is questionable as Taylor has said upon numerous occasions in numerous interviews that he is happy with his first single, as he should be.

I waited until I had purchased Taylor's single before I heard the full version of Do I Make You Proud and happen to like this song very much. It showcased Taylor's vocals and range beautifully, and is proof of his artistry in making a song truly his very own!

Posted at 1:01AM on Jun 29th 2006 by TD

45. Does anyone really believe this story? Will Smith is just trying to pimp the CD he's selling with Taylor's 2001 recordings (the revenues for which Taylor is probably not going to see a penny). This is a pure publicity grab and is 100% utter bulls---. I'm supposed to believe that Taylor Hicks badmouthed his first single to someone who passed on him several years ago and who is willing to blab it to an online gossip rag? Please. Give Taylor credit for more intelligence than that. Will Smith is a loser.

Posted at 3:57AM on Jun 29th 2006 by TaylorDaMan