Lambert Not Sorry for Sexual AMA Performance
Adam Lambert’s risque performance at the American Music Awards on Sunday night has been a top headline in the news since it happened, with people either complaining about it or praising it. The new pop/rock/alternative singer and songwriter’s show included an impromptu simulation of oral sex, kiss with his male keyboardist and middle finger to the audience. Parents with children watching the performance, which wasn’t until about 11pm, have been outraged.
However, Lambert appeared on CBS’s “The Early Show” to talk about the controversy. When he was asked if he had any idea his performance was going to ignite such criticism, he responded that he didn’t have a clue. He did admit, though, that he got a little carried away, but didn’t see anything wrong with his performance, except that he could have sang it better.
Lambert did say that he sees how people are offended, but that wasn’t his intention, as he was only trying to interpret the lyrics of his song and have a good time on stage. The song “For Your Entertainment”, which is also the name of his debut album, is a song that has a sexual edge. He also said that none of the sexual things he did were practiced during rehearsals and were totally in the moment.
The singer isn’t giving any apologies either, saying that he isn’t a babysitter. He believes that parents should filter what their children see, suggesting recording and watching a show before they let their kids see. He also added that there were many other appalling acts that night, with Lady Gaga breaking whiskey bottles on her piano and Janet Jackson grabbing a male dancer’s crotch. Lambert thinks that this is only a problem because he is male and gay - something people aren’t use to seeing.
Due to the outrage, AMA broadcaster ABC pulled Lambert from their morning show “Good Morning America”, which was scheduled for Wednesday. CBS was more than happy to have the opportunity for him to perform twice and interact with fans. Before giving his performances, he assured parents that the songs were appropriate, as it was still early.
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