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Top 20, American Idol Season10, includes Pinay: Thia Megia

by yenjam, on Sat, Jan 29 2011 | No Comments

Another great talent from the Philippines excelled of her talent, and was among the top 20 in American Idol Season 10. Thailorei Lising, “Thai” Megia is a 15-year-old pinay who was one of the lucky contenders of the famous FOX talent show, American Idol. She showed confidence as she sings and astounded the three jurors, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson with her version of “Chasing Pavements” by Adele.
 
However, when she heard of the age reduction, from 16, down to 15 years old, she decided to auditioned, instead of planning to audition next year. Instantly, the young student from Mountain House, California high School booked a flight and a hotel and flew directly to try out in Wisconsin. She could not wait any longer, she was so enthusiastic to join American Idol, although there was a schedule in California, she cannot take the patience to wait.
 
When it was her turn to show her prowess in singing, she just walked straight inside with eagerness and introduced herself, Lopez commented that she had a name of a movie star, Megia. After her performance, Lopez said, “I love you, you are the total package.” Tyler, on the other hand, remarked that she thought that Megia’s voice has character and she loves her voice. The 15-year-old Pinay, achieved three votes from the judges will be heading for Hollywood. This amazing girl has been one of the semi-finalists in America’s Got Talent in 2009. This is a famous talent show also on NBC.
 
Nothing can stop the young girl’s dream to fulfill, with such determination and great talent she would certainly go a long way. “ThaiMegia” as her fans called her, posted a message on her MySpace page: “…I do believe that every person has its special purpose in life that is why we ambitioned to seek for it. The possibilities of tomorrow go beyond measure, but come what may: this doubtful absolution keeps me well unprepared. Still aspires because possibilities are endless. Belief in turning the impossible possible and is done so by the fuel in our hearts that I believe is comprised of magic. So believe in it, every way that you can, because it is right here in your heart♥, I also want to thank my parents and grandparents because your love, care and inspiration, and on me reflecting upon those actions. That has brought me more happiness and joy that either of you can ever fathom. I love you all the edges of the universe.♥”

 

Fil-Am Thia Megia Wowed The America’s Got Talent Judges

by admin, on Fri, Jul 24 2009 | No Comments

America’s Got Talent Thia Megia Performance

America’s Got Talent Season 4 got a new favorite that is in the person of the Thia Megia.  14-year-old Thia was born in Redwood City, California. She is of Filipino descent.  The Fil-Am talent had impressed the judges of America’s Got Talent during the show’s audition episode in Chicago.  On her rendition of Jennifer Holliday’s “I Am Changing”, Thia had impressed the both the crowds and the judges.  During her performance Piers Morgan mouthed a “wow” several times.

The 8th grader Thia Megia received 3 yeses from the judges and a standing ovation from the crowd.  While listening to positive comments from the judges, Thia’s Pinay mother is beaming with pride at the sidelight.   The 3 yes she received from the 3 judges means Thia advanced to the Las Vegas round, where she would be competing with all other acts that made it through the audition round.

With Thia’s talent and stage appeal, she got a good chance in taking a shot at the finals.  Here’s the comment from the three judges during Thia’s audition performance.

David Hasselhoff said: “You just sang ‘I Am Changing’ and nothing’s going to stop me now, you know what, nothing’s going to stop you now. You’ve got a beautiful God-given talent. Terrific, terrific, terrific job. Congratulations,”

Sharon Osbourne said: “You sing, I mean, not only are you a great singer but you sing with emotion and that’s very hard to do. And great little package here with a huge voice. Well done.”

Morgan Piers said: ‚ÄúRight now you are the best I‚Äôve seen in the competition‚ĶI tell you what‚Äôs coming your way – Las Vegas!‚Äù

Way to go Thia!

Click here to view full video of Thia Megia performance.