GRENADIAN fans of hit US talent show, American Idol, will have an extra special reason to tune in this season, as one of their own is in the competition.
Jeverson Ramirez performed Otis Redding’s soul hit “Try A Little Tenderness” on night two of the auditions last Sunday, which saw international acts from countries such as South Africa and Peru compete for a golden ticket to the next stage of the competition in Hollywood, California.
Jeverson is the first Grenadian to compete on American Idol.
For those who may be new to the 28-year-old, he has a repertoire of music that includes songs which are a mixture of soul, funk and pop.
His songs such as “Pray For Your Son” and “Something in the Water” have received thousands of hits on streaming platforms.
Meanwhile, there has been a large outpouring of support for Jeverson from Grenadians following his appearance on the talent show.
Jeverson auditioned last year and received a golden ticket for the second round of auditions in Hollywood, California.
The 28-year-old funk, soul and pop artiste is the first Grenadian to appear on the show in its 21-year history.
Following the airing of his performance, Grenadians took to social media to express their joy and to offer words of encouragement.
“You’ve made Grenada so proud,” one person wrote. “The Spice Isle has a lot of talent and the world needs to know.”
Another person wrote: “Congratulations on making it through. Continue to Rep 473”
Fellow entertainers are also showing Jeverson love.
Soca star V’ghn commented: “Just the beginning of your Great journey bro! You’re a star make yourself and your loved ones proud. God is great”
Grenadian-American actress and media personality, Amanda Seales, described Jeverson as “incredible” adding “I don’t find anybody on American Idol can even come close”.
She continued: “I have seen this man keep an entire party going for hours…his voice never gets tired. He keeps singing and singing and singing and it gets better and better. We have to wish Jeverson the best of luck at American Idol. I just hope they don’t miss an opportunity to elevate this individual to the level of star he already is.”
Win, lose or draw, Seales said now is Jeverson’s time to take the world by storm. (Loop News)
