46. I think Taylor is magnificent I get goose pimples when he sings "Try a little tenderness" I love than mans looks and his lovely smily face,dont change anything ,not your grey hair or your weight ,Ive not been so excited about a singer in years cant wait for his next CD,but I do want to hear him do his own stuff in his own way eventually.Shirley (ENGLAND)

Posted at 6:23AM on Jun 29th 2006 by Mrs Shirley Whiting

47. I feel Taylor is an unique talent, and the single - while not what he may have chosen for himself - is lovely. Taylor is highly intelligent and wants to do this for himself. I, for one, support him always and all ways. He will find his spot. I have no doubt of that. Will that be a small one or no? That is up to all of you. If you believe in this man - believe as he does in the song, the soul of the music - he'll never steer us wrong.
~tyg

Posted at 8:33AM on Jun 29th 2006 by tygrlillie

48. The story is false. Taylor has stated in more than one interview that he DOES like the song, DIMYP. Don't always believe what you see on the internet.

Posted at 8:58AM on Jun 29th 2006 by geinmobile

49. I don't believe this story. Taylor said any song that he can feel and make his own is good -- covers, something written for him, whatever. He'll get back to writing when the time is right. I've always hated the final songs (didn't watch first season, so wasn't familiar with Kelly's), but this one will be a standard -- simple, sweet, not "look at me, I made it," but very humble -- perfect for Taylor.

Posted at 9:03AM on Jun 29th 2006 by Karen

50. Taylor has more manners to say something like that, It is a pretty song. He is a southern gentleman. he will go far just like Clay Aiken.. He has what it takes to take him there, No matter what he makes or sings I will buy it .. Wanted him to win from the start.. He has soul Taylor feels the music, no matter what type it is,,
He can entain not just get up there and sing, go all the way Taylor .. Go Soul Patrol

Posted at 11:01AM on Jun 29th 2006 by DEBBIE

51. How could you write such a story without finding out the real truth from Taylor? He has been on numerous interviews saying nothing but great things about his song, "Do I Make You Proud". It is obvious that his old producer wants to make some money off of him now. Such a shame that he would stoop this low.

Posted at 11:20AM on Jun 29th 2006 by TaylorFan

52. Taylor made a lot of people proud when he won the Idol.
Do I make you proud is a very good song and I did buy it and will buy all his cd's
You go Taylor.
Soul patrol fans will support him no matter what he does with his songs.
Love Taylor's music.

Posted at 12:55PM on Jun 29th 2006 by Glynn

53. Taylor has said that he Taylorized "Proud". Dirt has to be thrown now that he's making a name for himself. He's grateful and he's always done his own thing. Go Soul Patrol!

Posted at 2:09PM on Jun 29th 2006 by Jenny

54. I wholeheartedly agree with Elizabeth - Taylor is a breathe of fresh air. I LOVE "DO YOU MAKE ME PROUD" and cannot hear it enough. NO ONE ELSE could sing this song like Taylor. IT HAS BEEN TAYLORIZED AND WILL BE his signature song. I wish him much success and know he will be a "star". He makes me smile and also happy with his music. Cannot imagine Taylor being anthing but kind and appreciative to AI and his fans for helping him launch his long awaited dream. Taylor, you have put music back in our hearts and YOU DO MAKE US PROUD.

Posted at 3:26PM on Jun 29th 2006 by Diane

55. Taylor's grandmother joanie hicks is a wonderful person that followed his AI performances every week from LuLu's in gulf shores. Taylor himself told us down here in south alabama that he has dedicated this song to his grandmother.So for him to come out and say he doesn't like the song sounds pretty far fetched to me. People, we are dealing with a genuine real deal' A1 type of person in Mr Taylor Hicks. I do believe he makes us all proud!

Posted at 5:19PM on Jun 29th 2006 by the mobilian

56. Attention to all Taylor fans: This kind of publicity trying to trash everything Taylor will do is to be expected.The best thing we,as fans, can do is to ignore all these stories. I think we all know Taylor has said many times the song,Do I Make You Proud,has a lot of meaning to him,and he was pleased with it and he had even Taylorized it to suit himself......I love the song and am looking forward to all Taylors music.....let's not give credence to bad press. Taylor is a street smart,wise and astute business man,he will make the right choices where his career is concerned.

Posted at 6:18PM on Jun 29th 2006 by sandra

57. Listen folks - one fundamental thing that a lot of commenters seem to be forgetting is that TAYLOR didn't say anything about the song or hating the song, etc. Som guy who may or may not have been his agent made the comment. My band has an agent - and let me tell you - at no time is he qualified to speak on the band's behalf. Chill out - no hand biting here. Move along.

Posted at 9:57PM on Jun 29th 2006 by RenaRF

58. Taylor Hicks makes this grandma smile, I like that he is not a too young American Idol, I like he has worked hard to get where his has wanted to be. I have bought 3 of his CD's. My kids think I'm crazy , but one of them is taking me to United Center when the Tour hits town. You make me proud to be your fan Taylor Hicks. LP

Posted at 10:07PM on Jun 29th 2006 by Memur

59. I think Taylor's song "Do I make you proud" is great and I am looking forward to his cd in the fall.

Posted at 11:21PM on Jun 29th 2006 by kaye

60. Taylor is the most honest and best song artist I have heard of in years. He is great. I voted for him from the very start of Idol. I do hope and pray the media and any other cut throats don't make him out to be a bad person when American knows he is not.

Posted at 9:05PM on Jun 30th 2006 by Wanda Scott