Arthur Gunn Bails on Sheryl Crow in the MIDDLE of the Idol Finale & Graham DeFranco Saves the Day!

[@John_May.]

Graham must be a helluva guy to hang with. For someone who finished, what, in the top 16 (?) it looks like he has connected well with everybody, from the producers on down the line. Good for him.

[@troygoranson2415]

🎃🎃😎😎😅 Young people don't listen to Arthur Gunn anyway. Way too much compliments for this average singer from Nepal.

[@John_May.]

Hey, how 'bout that Graham, right?

[@hillarymcdonald389]

@@John_May. You need to take some English classes.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Graham couldn’t get enough votes to stay

[@chandalsaitan]

Before judging him, everyone need to make sure that they know all the facts. Maybe you don´t know the whole story, you don’t know his problems and worries. People are different, and yes they have different morals and values. I agree that it was unprofessional from him not to perform at the last minute but there should be a reason. It is easy to judge others, criticise and say bad things but just think how would that make you feel if it happened to you or your loved ones. Let the kid have some break. All he got was hate from the audience, criticism from judges and even the fellow contestants didn't seem happy with his presence. People say he is a DIVA etc. I for one haven't seen any narcissistic trait. He has always been courteous and polite towards others. He hasn't called any names. He appears socially awkward at times but I think that's where he heavily misunderstood. I feel his shyness, demeanour and cultural background all comes in to play. He seems like a guy who would rather take our support and better understanding of him over fame or money. Let us show empathy.

[@dn9418]

He needs to give his side with no bullshit if he doesn't want people to make judgements based on just one side. It's not anyone's fault but his that he doesn't want to make his case and you aren't going to stop people from making a judgement if he isn't willing to defend himself

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

Absolutely right!!

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

He may have signed an agreement with Idol that he can't speak on experience with them, we don't know the whole truth and it's wrong to try and throw him under the buss for this, it couldn't have been a last minute discission because DeFranco learned the songs to fast, it was preplanned in my opinion.

[@shawnmabey9806]

@Chandal totally agree, very well put!

[@maniacfanofnfl8475]

I always thought Arthur was nuts. His behavior was totally unacceptable, and he should be permanently banned from social media and music industry. Not in a million years he will be accepted as a singer in this country.

[@trishbenavidez5672]

Fuck that!! Arthur Gunn has a big fan base.. he doesnt need AI.. & he doesnt need autotune like katy perry!! Do wat you want Arthur Gunn!!! 🙏❤️❤️

[@dianeohara3900]

Kelly, Troll-you can print that all you want-not true-can u see his single has a million views in a week since the incident? Millions of loyal fans back him & want only more of his unique vibrato voice-if u don’t, quite fine-go to someone whose singing you actually like-you thinking you’re an expert-should be a good one!

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@dianeohara3900 You sound like a loser! Arthur doesn't have any fan. It's all one person's opinion to help him to get a record deal. It's not gonna happen. fake comments!

[@pamelaharrison3196]

I love Arthur Gunn and if they were doing that to him I would have left to

[@seank.cunningham3841]

@@pamelaharrison3196 Who said they were force feeding him autotune?

[@meggie6319]

This is just speculation. But my gut is telling me that the "unpleasant environmental experiences" is a reference to how he may have felt outcasted by the current season contestants for coming back from the past season... perhaps he is referencing a hostile environment that he did not feel safe in as a person that clearly seems to struggle with some form of social anxiety.

[@snowstorm0914]

Still, bailing out 5 minutes before performance is idiotic.

[@meggie6319]

@@snowstorm0914 I agree! I guess Im hoping it wasnt just his stubbornness that made him do that, but something serious going on with him emotionally that made him unable to do it. I just dont think we should assume he has a big ego when it may have been anxiety related.

[@snowstorm0914]

@@meggie6319 If he has a lot of anxiety, then I suggest he should change his career path, maybe he should apply for an office clerk. That job will not throw anxiety at him.

[@meggie6319]

@@snowstorm0914 Agree to disagree :)

[@dianeohara3900]

He’s always been gutsy-doubt it’s anxiety-although the show used him this year for ratings

[@WildRemedies]

It figures that you would go around giving Arthur a bad rap… He is an artist and American idol treated him like shit so if he doesn't want to perform on their stage I don't blame him… Don't go around making him look like he did something wrong… I would look and find out why he didn't want to go on because there is probably a good reason

[@NovafyT]

This man is trying to make a couple bucks by selling someone else reputation. If he has big shot music producer friends he should ask for a proper job and close down this gossip channel.

[@campingintheforest_]

@@NovafyT who is he anyhow? Graham's new fanboy.

[@ckjordan3620]

They are using Arthur as much as they want to and who knows what happened behind the scenes. There is always two sides of a story and perhaps AI had clause in their contract not to disclose anything outside.

[@cnault3244]

"It figures that you would go around giving Arthur a bad rap… He is an artist and American idol treated him like shit so if he doesn't want to perform on their stage I don't blame him… " Pretty sure he hadn't decided not to perform only minutes before he was scheduled to perform. He probably considered it for a while. He should have made his decision earlier to avoid the frantic patch-up that was required. Not doing so was a dick move. Being an alleged artist doesn't excuse childish behaviour.

[@hillarymcdonald389]

This is called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@barbaranaidoo3586]

Arthur is definitely no diva and we have never seen him behave like one .... but if he didn't sing (5 min or whatever the time)before going on stage ...something must have been seriously wrong. Stop bashing Arthur we don't know what happened to him personally... 🙏 lots of success to him in his career. Anyway De Franco was ready and I'm sure he was happy to get a chance to sing (maybe this could have been the issue...people wanting De Franco instead of Arthur

[@NovafyT]

If idol thinks a creative artist as someone too hard to work with (according to clark) I think their time is up.

[@samanthab6642]

What is a good excuse to bail like that. Did anyone die?

[@sauravbhandari3273]

@@samanthab6642 why do u want someone to die, full of negativity u are

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Preston=Troll

[@elenapatrick8116]

Do you think all the controversy and people hating on him for coming back to the show even though he was invited and all the negativity just made Arthur have anxiety. Maybe he suffers from that and we don’t know.. I’ve read all the nasty things people on line were saying about him. He has to learn to ignore the haterrs. But then again your mental Heath comes first.

[@samanthab6642]

Musicians deal with a lot of shit. I am one. You cannot make excuses like that...maybe in SJW 2021.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Samantha-We really don’t know story to surmise things-I know it didn’t look good tho

[@marymagdalene3004]

AI reacted to the cry that his season was denied the chance to sing on a live stage and that's what started the whole thing. Maybe you get some maturity - starting with his family, and say, no, he had his chance and that's how the chips fell and let that just be as it was. Life goes like that - sometimes you have a windfall of luck and sometimes you get a little shade. Covid was rough on so many and you just be grateful for what you had - the chance to be a contestant on AI. But, to think it was ok to just step into a new season where you were not even a legitimate part of that, and that would be be ok, was just very egotistical and tone deaf.

[@bee7062]

Oh so u mean Graham already had an idea that Arthur will quit and he might be performing , so he was quite ready for that, doesnt it sound something fishy?

[@jeanneimmel6089]

Very fishy!

[@dianeohara3900]

Yes-show called him to be ready to fill in in case Arthur bails-wasn’t last minute

[@NovafyT]

Clark says the AI producers are lovely people 😀

[@dianeohara3900]

Arthur didn’t accuse the producers

[@NovafyT]

@@dianeohara3900 he didn’t accuse the label American Idol. It is the people in it. People come and go

[@sunainashrestha5687]

I don't think you should speak without hearing both side story. You never know what someone is going through without hearing other side story. Stop hate and stop Judging people

[@christinelynn8407]

It's the music industry. It's not a cake walk & if you put yourself out there into the limelight as Arthur did by TWICE being a part of American Idol by his own choice, then perhaps he's just not cut out for it, period.

[@catfergie4361]

Personally I think it's crappy how they treated him.

[@spikeymugen5742]

@@hillarymcdonald389 well fuck to your “freedom of speech”

[@shortycakes2007]

How was he treated badly?

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@spikeymugen5742 Loser! Arthur doesn't have any career. His life is over! What the hell are you talking about?

[@spikeymugen5742]

@@prestonfranco9594 he has better carrer than you “Looser”

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@spikeymugen5742 oh really? what a loser! LOL

[@javierav8930]

Can we all agree this season was just all over dramatic and Controversial. Still really good but maaan the drama

[@NovafyT]

It is sad that they pushed Arthur to a point that this happened.

[@skater3333ful]

Very fitting for the year 2021

[@trulysurprised-bk7cy]

@@NovafyT I don't think they pushed him.

[@NovafyT]

@@trulysurprised-bk7cy they changed the arrangement last minute

[@trulysurprised-bk7cy]

@@NovafyT and Graham filled in unrehurst....👍

[@alisoncox8756]

I did think it was very obvious (once they brought the previous season contestants back) that it changed the environment. Arthur, being a huge fan favorite, received pretty harsh comments on social media about his return. If you go back and watch (once Arthur made the cut), most of the other contestants never stood for him after a performance like they did for each other. It was super awkward to watch and very obvious that something was going on. I’m not sure what or who’s to blame here (nor do I pick any side) but just stating the obvious... when Arthur tweeted that, it was no surprise if you’ve paid attention this season that something was up.

[@alisoncox8756]

And, of course, I’m always THRILLED to see Graham on my TV! Favorite for sure!

[@janeljeremiah6150]

I love how you were paying attention

[@skinnyfatnomore]

Arthur also never stood for them (caught on top 7 announcement) Seems mutual, unfortunately.

[@kevind5841]

Toxic environment or not, Arthur should have declined the invitation to perform at the finale if he sense that it’s not going to benefit his music career or he’s not comfortable with the environment. All contestants are there to compete, it’s fair game that they exploit his insecurities. But he needs to keep his words and finished the gig that he agreed to. Leaving Sheryl Crow hanging last minute is not what a professional should do. That’s just my 2 cents.

[@jeanneimmel6089]

@@skinnyfatnomore wow really?? He showed his appreciation by clapping for them. Oh but let me guess.... you didn't pay any attention to that cause your one of the many that put him down! How rude!

[@elenapatrick8116]

I have anxiety and it can be debilitating. You’d never know on the outside I seem like the most calm and collected individual but on the inside I’m screaming. He may have been having anxiety that he locked himself in his room and refused to come out because he knew he wasn’t able to perform. All the negativity sirrounding his return to the show. All the negative posts and posts about people celebrating when he went home. It could have been too much. So before you talk negative about Arthur try to think of all the possibilities.of what could have happened and why he refused to come out. It sounds like anxiety to me. I’m no doctor but it’s how I get when my anxiety gets bad. I just shut down. You get in your head then you shut down and are unable to do anything at that time.

[@sandrakersey3737]

These things could trigger it. Absolutely.

[@dljwriter]

Not to mention that he comes from a very different culture than we do. Don't judge a man until you've walked a mile in his shoes.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@hillarymcdonald389]

@Lilac 098 Are you deaf? Read my lips: I was born and raised in Seattle Washington loser. This is my country get it? LOL

[@UandMeGod]

I agree with you 100%. I thought I knew what "anxiety" was until my daughter started experiencing it at around age 12. It can be debilitating and even become physically ill with sensations of having a heart attack. I believe Arthur has spoke about his anxiety before too. I am glad the show was able to pull Graham on to sing last minute. By the way to all those saying he should just get over it if he wants to be "in the business".... There are plenty of extremely talented singer's and performers who struggle with anxiety. Arthur is just a dude who comes from humble beginnings and I am sure doesn't have access to Hollywood therapists to help him through these stressful times.

[@amritchhetri100]

Let's just say if you don't know what EXACTLY happened behind the scene for Arthur to post that statement, you're not likeable to make any comments on this matter. How his reputation is going to play out depends on how people take this, not upto how you want the people to take. I personally respect the fact that it was his personal decision if he absolutely felt that way, nothing is greater, not even Sheryl more than his values. Sometime, it's better to stay true to yourselves than for someone else's sake. How about we actually respect and give him some space rather than make irrational judgement.

[@marymagdalene3004]

But...it took him until showtime to "stay true to himself?" Doesn't add up.

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@hillarymcdonald389 Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again this year. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! This guy has no future! 😂😂

[@PositiveChi100]

"...you're not likeable to make any comments on this matter." What?

[@hillarymcdonald389]

@@PositiveChi100 What?

[@HeatherFaraMS]

Nah. Arthur was stressed out because of stuff like this...blame him and create drama when they are using these kids for profit forcing them to sing crap and not be an artist...unpleasant environment = bullied and unable to cope with anxiety. They brought him in late and America was bullying him too. Had he won? People would have been pissed. They were going to tank him.

[@christinelynn8407]

Wow. You "know" more about this than you possibly could. I don't get how they're using kids or forcing them to do things. If you find it so revolting, why have you even watched?

[@elijoyner9774]

Graham was off WAYYY to early but he made the most of it and will be just as known as a the finalist

[@annfashaw9270]

I need to know what happened. It’s so unlike Arthur. He’s a great guy. He was my favorite contestant last yr. something major had to of happened and he doesn’t want to say.

[@amritchhetri100]

Exactly, not until we know what happened behind the scene, it's worthless to make all this assumption.

[@NovafyT]

The contestants sign agreements, they have no freedom of speech

[@amritchhetri100]

@@NovafyT Agreements on violating someone's morale and values? What kind of agreements is that?

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Preston=Troll

[@sebastianvelasco5457]

Man, Arthur Gunn has been treated like crap for the comeback twist and now for not showing up at the Idol finale to perform. They’re really painting him as this villain, when he’s really not. People have been giving him so much crap that he is now going through all of the negativity that thrown at him. I’m sure he’s got other stuff that he’s needs to get done.

[@anastasiapaine6346]

And yet Arthur Gunn’s fan base is increasing!!!!

[@Mizukihoraaa]

And clark beckham will get massive hate after thus video as he shows perspective from only one person

[@dianeohara3900]

Also, Arthur’s single (audio & video) has a million views in a week, since incident-talent wins-fans love his unique,vibrato voice & want hearing it more-has millions of loyal fans worldwide

[@catoercb]

Say what had got to be said. I believe there were something serious that preventing him from coming out of the trailer. If I don't know what happened I won't make presumption like if I Were if they were. And why jumped to a judgement that no one would like to work with him in the future. Arthur is Arthur, being in music industry doesn't mean ones have to completely change personalites into what is commonly demanded. Many musicians live in their genuine personality. Some people like, others don't. That is it. Hope Arthur will find his own way to exist in music world.

[@dianeohara3900]

He has millions of loyal fans who love his unique voice-& his single (audio & video) has a million views in a week! ((Since incident) tells something

[@calebgallo1746]

Arthur doesn't have any fan. All those good comments you see in his videos are written by one person with her thousand google accounts. She's been trying to get a record deal for Arthur since last year, but he doesn't have what it takes to be a singer in this country. He ran away from music producers? Well what does he want? 😋😋😋

[@dianeohara3900]

Do more research-cause you sound crazy stating that!

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@dianeohara3900 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🤲🤲���������������� Good bye Arthur. Your songs suck.

[@calebgallo1746]

@@dianeohara3900 his music is trash. I heard it before. 😄😄😄😄😄😄😄

[@rembo183]

Sadly, only one side is argued here (against Arthur). and he readily admits he doesn’t know WHY Arthur refused to sing. I’ll give Arthur the benefit of the doubt here. After all he will suffer most from this UTube review and other criticism. Arthur has talent and is very popular that’s why he was brought back by the fans! Jealousy and anger by other contestants apparently affected Arthur and he wasn’t inspired or enthusiastic to sing. This petty negativity is mean spirited and lacking substance. It’s just all gossip and negativity. Move on!

[@samanthab6642]

Really? The truth is unless something absolutely tragic happened you never cancel on a gig. It is a bad look to stand up Cheryl Crow and a missed opportunity. He hurt himself no one else. In real life shit happens all the time at work and etc. Not everyone will like you. No excuse to cancel 5 minutes before.

[@rembo183]

@@samanthab6642 - True... but he’s not ready for “prime time” and sadly he did hurt himself more than anyone else. American Idol and Cheryl Crow could care less about his career. He is the only victim here! Hopefully he learns from this.

[@dianeohara3900]

He has millions of loyal fans worldwide-single has a million views in a week-since incident-& rising-doubt losing some will matter anyway-people love his unique voice-don’t think he planned to fill stadiums anyway

[@rembo183]

@@dianeohara3900 - Yep I totally agree with you, he is the real deal. I’m glad he has millions of loyal fans who love his unique style. He is different and has the courage to stay true to himself. I hope he has a great career.

[@saugat1nonly488]

Congrats dude! you successfully made some money for yourself from this video at Arthur’s expense. One artist demeaning the other: That’s what all you can and will ever do.

[@STRRene]

Well said. Badmouthing arthur might have made you some money but you also exposed your envy of arthur 😁

[@dianeohara3900]

Yeah sure “Kelly troll” that’s why his single has a million views in a week! Has millions of loyal fans worldwide who love his unique voice-you’re lame as hell

[@sethiaramseripal2968]

@@dianeohara3900 :well said Diane.shd have said more about this silly Kelly who knows nuts about music n singing, performance and Authur Gunn's humble showmanship.

[@hillarymcdonald389]

@@dianeohara3900 What voice? What single? Once again you make things up as you go along....He sings like an old man with some weird vibe!

[@theshadowarrow6817]

@@hillarymcdonald389 So during season 18 Lionel cried because Arthur was a bad singer? Luke Bryan invited him to open for him because he was so bad? You know that American Idol is not a measurement for success. Just because American Idol has been shitting on him doesn't mean he isn't successful. 400k views in one week isn't mediocrity, yeah he is not Jay-Z but that's proof he is "presentable in America". There are always two sides to the story. Why are you shitting on the guy if you don't know the whole truth? Is that what is presentable in American? Shitting on people because you heard that someone did something and instead of understanding it just shitting on them. The man has been through a lot, and most of it you will never understand. He has sacrificed so much to just come to American, and on top of that earn a living as a Nepali man by playing music is unheard of. But express your freedom of speech because clearly, that's more important to you than understanding a person's emotions. Edit: This comment is a response to a since-deleted comment, badmouthing Arthur Gunn.

[@charleneyazzie8761]

Kudos to Graham, but I think Arthur Gunn is telling the truth. I respect him because no one should have to feel negativity. He has the morals to be true to who he is!

[@dianeohara3900]

I totally agree-show used him for ratings this year-when he knocked a couple girls off, he felt uncomfortable-these negative people so quick to be negative, really.

[@dianeohara3900]

They must be so perfect

[@kumarrshrestha7517]

There is a saying: An elephant marches on and dogs keep on barking! When you believe in yourself, uncharted lands are better than glittering but toxic cages. Time to move on, Arthur!

[@dianeohara3900]

He’ll be fine-his single (between audio & video) has a million views since the incident-tell me that many want more of his unique, vibrato voice-talent wins out!

[@nurwardah2836]

people always referring him to some sort of lab rat used for the show’s ratings. Poor guy, must’ve got to him at that point.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again this year. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! This guy has no future! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Preston=Troll

[@theisaiah_james]

@@prestonfranco9594 true. I’ve never really liked Arthur.

[@folkythings5414]

Is Clark Beckham looking for a full-time job at American Idol because he can't make money making music? The best work ethic in the music industry is making good music. Taking shits is not in the job description.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

Preston=Troll-ignore him

[@johnchettri8967]

Epic comment 😂😂👏👏

[@SJ23og]

While I appreciate your insight on the show, I think one factor missed and what a lot of people seem to forget is Arthur isn’t American and holds a different set of values. While this isn’t a good look for him, his experience is completely different from the average contestant based on the fact that he doesn’t have the same background. I support Arthur on his decision, even though it could’ve been handled better. I think we should seek to understand rather than write him off as a diva. But major props to Graham!

[@jeanneimmel6089]

No major props to Graham... Arthur is much better now

[@SJ23og]

@@jeanneimmel6089 no props? I thought it was great of him to fill in last minute.

[@dianeohara3900]

Graham is very personable,likable but I wouldn’t pay to see him-I would Arthur-Why do you think Graham got eliminated? Not enough votes!

[@NovafyT]

@@SJ23og it doesn’t sound like last minute if he knew for days?

[@SJ23og]

@@NovafyT fair, but it was never finalized.

[@pursuingpurposewithrashida2179]

If consistently being in the right place at the right time had a face... it'd be Graham LOL Graham you did GREAT!

[@STRRene]

I liked your channel but i like arthur more and i dont think it is fair that arthur are assumed the bad guy

[@noahethanrhodes]

Honestly we don’t know the true story but what I do know is I witnessed first hand him being mistreated by American Idol, Kelly Clarkson herself has said negative things about the production of American Idol, and Arthur is a true musician the way he plays, and writes, and changes arrangements and chords, but everyone is entitled to their own voice and opinion much love to all and God bless!

[@NovafyT]

How did you see? Where?

[@noahethanrhodes]

@@NovafyT Just different footage from the show where contestants would act like he wasn’t there and they would only criticize him as judges

[@heatherfear8500]

I’d like to hear about the collaborations. Plus Graham, Hunter, Chayce, and Wyatt moving in together. I am a huge fan of both Hunter and Graham but really all those guys. Wish they would start a band and bring Cassandra in.

[@snowstorm0914]

Yes! However, Chayce is better doing solo act... but Grahan, Wyatt, Hunter, Cassandra in a band that would be awesome.

[@flangrimm]

Wait they moved in together?

[@heatherfear8500]

@@flangrimm heck yeah !! They formed really close friendships, evident with Graham driving all over creation in support of those guys

[@flangrimm]

@@heatherfear8500 aww that’s so sweet! how’d do u find out they moved in together? did they post a pic?

[@emmanuelvillaran]

Really? Those four are my favourites..

[@beacamborda]

I have a theory! How about Arthur found out about this producer that went to Graham saying he is difficult to work with - he hears backstage people talking shit of him, he feels pretty bad.. also people have been very mean in the comments, he gets pissed of and decides not to perform... overall not cool and he ended up fitting the “hard to work with” label, but we don’t know how these things affected him emotionally, maybe he was just feeling very bad and knew he could not perform well live and fake it if he was feeling very mistreat. Indeed not professional, but maybe it was the right thing... as he knew Grahan also was prepared on the songs he rather give it to him than perform and break down live.. i hope he can carry on and get better, grown thicker skin for the industry

[@barbaranaidoo3586]

I agree 👍

[@johnnythunder196]

Thats probably what happened.

[@dianeohara3900]

No one last year said he’s difficult-only praised him!

[@christopherram8948]

Buddy please don't talk about the situation as if you know it. You don't know the situation and it's best advised that you don't talk on something you don't know. You here for gossip and that's pretty pathetic.

[@selene7726]

Pathetic indeed. Shame on Clark.

[@selene7726]

@@christopherram8948 My apologies...I did Not mean shame on you. I agree with you completely. Thanks for calling me out. I corrected my comment.

[@christopherram8948]

@@selene7726 oh my. I'm sorry. This is why I hate social media. It brings the worst out of people. I apologize for my comment towards you.

[@selene7726]

@@christopherram8948 It's ok. It took me a minute but when I realized what I wrote, I was horrified!! Don't like how social media can bring out our worst either, but I feel awful about people rushing to judgement with such harsh, hurtful words. I was relieved to see your comment. Don't worry about what you wrote to me. If I really meant it the way I wrote it, I'd say that would be pretty hateful. I didn't and I'm relieved to clarify. 👋

[@christopherram8948]

@@selene7726 thank you for your graceful response. It is frustrating to see such a kind hearted person like Arthur, get dragged down by individuals who don't have a clue as to what the real issues is. People like to jump to conclusions before even investigating or even have a heart to be senstive and empathetic to the situation and people involved. Reason is simple. Alot of misguided hatred from people who are miserable and have nothing to accomplish in their lives.

[@coalakida]

Arthur is not comfortable singing with other peoples songs, as his rythym is kind of his own , he also took a lot of flack for changing a song to much and I think that weighed on him. I think he made the right choice.

[@marymagdalene3004]

Umm, how can you even consider a professional singing career when you cannot sing? He makes up his own melodies - probably can't repeat them ever again, and can't sing a new melody? This is crazy. Guy had no business being even on the season where he was legitimately a contestant on.

[@padua16]

Arthur still was better than “just Sam” and better than the top 10 this season. Just facts.

[@walidreact1430]

hahaha are you serious this year's top 10 was way better than all last year finalists it is the best season

[@seekerecstacy7076]

@@prestonfranco9594 Screeshot this comment. ...you're gonna embarras yourself.

[@NovafyT]

@@walidreact1430 🤪🤣

[@nickyb12345]

Graham is so professional what a dude I’ve never seen someone so likable and able to get along with everyone wow...

[@dianeohara3900]

Well must be a talented singer & he didn’t get the votes to stay

[@troygoranson2415]

🎃🎃😎😎😅 Young people don't listen to Arthur Gunn anyway. Way too much compliments for this average singer from Nepal.

[@salvadoryeager8393]

@@troygoranson2415u must love him then for being a average singer from Nepal cuz u keep commenting

[@shraddha6530]

You really think people are stupid to listen to your one sided story ?!!!!!!!! Stop this negativity.....something must have happened there .......you seem to be soooooooooooo worried about Arthur's reputation, then go find out what happened....Stop being BIASED!!!!!

[@lynnzeno771]

So IA lied??? They said nobody knew where he was!! Give it up dude and get a real job! Stick to your guns Arthur! Love from VT!

[@janeljeremiah6150]

Now this video had me on pause and for the first time I was in shock with your reaction regarding Arthur Gunn. I am reminded of how our society is always ready to cut down someone to the character of one personal bad judgment, mistake or simply something they did that the masses did not agree with. This is the same Arthur we were praising days ago. Maybe it points to areas he has to grow. Maybe he has a strong moral background and found himself in a place of conflict that made him very uncomfortable. You do not know the details but yet you are ready to pronounce that his future is seriously at stake because of this. Man, people come back from worse and win in life. Arthur posted a message explaining how he felt. My word, don't think the worse of it. No one is perfect and we should not be seeking to sell negativity because we disagree with someone's actions.. I hope Sheryl Crow accepts the invite and surprise everyone. Was he personality rejecting her. Come on! Give him some space to be human as we are human. Arthur's success is not dependent on those who disagrees with his decisions.

[@gdouglas999]

Thank you! I refer all to the case of Dimash on "World's Best."

[@dianeohara3900]

Remember he is quite young & learning the brutal music industry-give him some slack all you perfect people with your negativity

[@jeanneimmel6089]

Great words Janel... Way to much hate in this world!

[@dianeohara3900]

Oscar Wilde said “it’s far better to be talked about than not to be talked about” (there’s no such thing as bad press) won’t affect his career-has millions of very loyal fans around world-he’s young & still learning the brutal music industry

[@riffism]

Aaaaand this is the reason why so few artists find actual success in the business. This is a job...and sometimes the circumstances aren't perfectly rosy, but if you are a professional, you act like one. Go out, do the show, keep your damn mouth shut, smile, kill it with your performance, and then charge A LOT more when they want you back again.

[@dianeohara3900]

Arthur is young & learning the brutal music industry-give him some slack all you perfect people so quick to be negative

[@riffism]

@@dianeohara3900 I was signed to a major when I was younger than Arthur...so I have a unique perspective on the business. Please stop acting as though he is 12. He is a grown man...capable of entering into a binding contract. He isnt entitled to a career in music...it is earned....just like any career. If you burn a bridge, it is likely to handicap you for many years. If you cop a primadona attitude, you better be as big as Whitney or Mariah in their prime. He isn't. And he is about to find out what a small community the music production world resides within.

[@dianeohara3900]

Well guess we’ll have to see-I think he’ll be ok-has so many loyal fans around worl-& he has worked hard past year-still learning I’m sure

[@dianeohara3900]

I heard he chose not to take a record deal-remain independent-all other top 10 did except Louis Knight-I’m sure he was approached

[@riffism]

@@dianeohara3900 I have zero heartburn with the guy deciding to remain independent. What I have a problem with is him acting like a spoiled little child at the last moment because his feelings got hurt by someone. The entertainment business isnt for everyone. If he cant maintain his composure for a national TV engagement, then he deserves to play dive bars at $80 per night for the rest of his career. There are WAY more talented artists than him out there...trust me on that. He got a lucky break and is squandering it. Seems like a spoiled, ungrateful little douche bag to me.

[@sauri2005]

this is wrong in so many levels. People jumping to conclusion based on speculation from an old idol contestant. What is Clark’s credibility in all of this? He said he would go to AI and participate for free, well good for you but why do you feel the need to bash someone else for a choice that was different than yours? You make a video claiming Arthur was difficult to work with when last year AI was literally the platform that portrayed him as the most humble artist out there. If this isn’t gimmick to garner attention, don’t know what is. Please stop adding fuel to the fire. Only Arthur and AI would know what went down and that’s that.

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I couldn't agree more about this, Perfectly said.

[@dianeohara3900]

No one last year said he was difficult-only praised him-

[@s.bhatta2175]

everyone is different, authur is a person who does music for love not for fame and dealing with bulshit just for fame isnt him.

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

I agree 💯

[@georgefuentes2730]

Bro… that was YOUR experience on idol. Arthur was definitely the special talent on the show. A super unique artist that knew exactly what he wanted and always made songs his own. He may have had a different experience with the production team because he asked more of them unlike most of the (great) karaoke singers on the show. Please do not speak negatively on a situation when you dont know both sides. Do better.

[@gdouglas999]

I hear you but can't help thinking about what happened to Dimash Kudaibergen on "World's Best" when the producers assured him he wouldn't be competing against children and then he ended up having to compete against children. He was well on the way to winning the million dollar prize when he dropped out live on the air without detailing the reason. Competing against children is not culturally acceptable in his country and the fact that the producers lied to him gave him no other option. Of course I can't be sure but it's possible that Arthur was the victim of something similarly evil, if not at the hands of the producers at the hands of others working on or around the show.

[@musaRatt]

1 year later he finally shared his story! I hope people can finally see what truly happened behind the scenes Please hear his story out Being treated like that- That man had true values and fame was the last thing he wanted

[@NovafyT]

Arthur was getting hate from day 1. It was a different experience

[@gregXxo]

Exactly! The producers didn't help matters by calling his name last when he made the top 10 and I'm sure the other contestants didn't act like he was their best friend either

[@NovafyT]

@@gregXxo this was a set up. Graham knew he was performing on Sunday. He was telling everybody before the show. Not sure what they did to Arthur. facebook.com/groups/539107936957728/permalink/839976116870907/

[@NovafyT]

@Shannon W. it can be taken either way now that it is confirmed he knew

[@bonniebrown5102]

Graham has done an excellent job promoting himself after he was off the show. Not to say that his support of other contestants isn't genuine (I think it is), but between visiting you, being in the "Fan crowd" at fellow contestants houses, and now this, he went from the "pleasant guy that made the top 24" to someone that people want to see and hear more from!

[@maniacfanofnfl8475]

👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼👩🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼😖😖😖😖😖 Arthur Gunn is stubborn and many people don't like his Asian vibe.

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@ashishmanandhar4053]

@@hillarymcdonald389 wow.... hilarious...now STFU....

[@bonniebrown5102]

Ya'll I didn't mean to start a thing for people to be mean and ugly towards each other. Please stop.

[@selene7726]

Shame on you for not getting both sides of the stories. Shame on you for pouring gasoline on the fire. No you did not know what happened in Arthur's experience. You just enthusiastically destroyed another human being's career. I think the lack of support and respect that Arthur Gunn was shown by the show to not even explain their reasons for inviting last season's contestants. Once the backlash was obvious, he was thrown under the bus. You disappointed me completely.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dianeohara3900]

He has a million loyal fans-who will back him always

[@prestonfranco9594]

@@dianeohara3900 He has no fan maybe one person with 2 million accounts.

[@dianeohara3900]

Yeah, troll

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@laurenh.1636]

Ya, obv we don’t know Arthur’s side but he should not have bailed 5 minutes before regardless.

[@dianeohara3900]

Show knew ahead of time & called Graham to be ready in case he bails

[@dianeohara3900]

Remember he’s very young and learning the business-should give him some slack all you perfect people

[@evanantonola4935]

Sorry there's no excuse for that. It is not being new, it is a character flaw.

[@selene7726]

You don't know the reason.

[@dianeohara3900]

Evan-Why no complaints last season-only praise

[@davev3559]

Anybody else confused why Clark pleads total ignorance as to what happened to Arthur Gunn but feels the need to trash Arthur anyhow. It was a baseless personal attack "apparently by Clark himself and who truly knows why...You only damaged your own reputation Clark.. Too bad because I really liked Clark and now I don't anymore!

[@Smartkid2387]

I’m sorry isn’t he reading Arthur’s post on social media? If Arthur doesn’t clarify that’s all we have to go by.

[@jackmiles797]

You spoke to Graham but didn't even bother to speak to Arthur Gunn to know the real story. You're either a big lier or a racist. You're judging Arthur's character as if Graham knows everything and told you the exact story between Arthur and AI. Looking at your facial expressions and the words coming out of your mouth, you hate Arthur Gunn. If you can't praise someone, at least don't hatefully judge and criticise then. By the way, your chicken voice is not even close to the Arthur Gunn's roar. Accept the fact mate. Just look at the number of views you've got when mentioned Arthur Gunn. That's enough to tell who Arthur Gunn is....

[@Mohse666]

Dear Clark, I think it's much worse than you might expect....Arthur has been in this country for only 5-6 years...and we all don't know what it's like to be in his shoes...we don't know what "confrontations" he was alluding to nor how intense they were... we don't know the 'remarks' that might have been thrown at decent dude like Arthur that might have contributed to his decision to pull out. Artists are creative sensitive beings that cannot be molded, lied to, or insulted, and if that's what it takes to make it in the music industry to be a sell-out and receive all these unnecessary insults and humiliation for trying to be himself, then fuck the music industry. Arthur will make it on his own... he's so original he cannot be ignored. You, yourself, cannot ignore him, you made a youtube video discussing what happened with him, which means that Arthur talent matters. :) Soon you will see him singing on the Grammy stage not to far from now and you will remember this comment. Don't worry about Arthur, if you really care you should respect his decision and give him the benefit of the doubt and not throw shade at him!----at the end of the day he's supposed to be your colleague in the business. Cheers, bud

[@jeanneimmel6089]

Great words!

[@karmal6675]

Thank you for the kind words for Arthur 😍

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

Absolutely 100% agreed!!! Arthur will be a rising super Star.

[@cherrycordial4180]

You say there might be something deeper as you, a white guy, say you had nothing but a positive experience and a non-white guy saying he didn't. You might look more in that direction.

[@NovafyT]

Clarke B. didn’t have a dream experience in Ai. He was criticized for sticking on to his artistry. He was embarrassed on the show and articles were written. Clarky, knows what happens up there.

[@imanindeen]

You: I wasn't there. I don't know what he experienced. Also You: Let me mouth off about what I don't know. You claim he's known for being hard to work with...proof? So you’re claiming, basically, that his entire persona is fake? Because that's nothing like the way he carries himelf or interacts with people. Now, he is firm about how he wants to do His music. And if some people call that difficult to work with, then it sounds like they're not used to real artists that don't compromise their art form. This video is nothing more than someone trying to get views and letting out their jealousy in the process. Anyone that's followed Arthur knows he's dedicated and loves music. I fully believe that if he didn't go on stage to perform for moral reasons, then he made the absolute right decision. You only live for a short time, don't sacrifice your values and mental health for other people that, in the end, do not care about you.

[@dianeohara3900]

Very true-not suffering when single (audio & video) has a million views in a week (since incident) Loyal fans worldwide who absolutely love his unique voice-can’t get enough of it-people forget incident so fast anyway

[@prakashthapa2165]

Arthur is THE BEST ❤

[@user-k96.]

Bunch of fakes In the music business hating on Arthur Gunn. Pretty low trying to destroy a man, and his reputation.

[@kumarrshrestha7517]

Dude, do not expect nor force others to follow the same moral compass that you choose to. Besides only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches. Only Arthur knows what he went through. So stop being a moral judge and let others live. There's no point wasting your time to speculate and engage in such negative gossip, without delving into what forced Arthur to do that. And who would not want to sing with Sheryl Crow? So please learn to respect other's choices, however wild they may seem at the moment. This is what every grown-up people should do.

[@dianeohara3900]

Very true-his unique voice that millions want to hear more of-proof-his single since incident has a million views in a week & rising-not about to hurt his career

[@Swarat1962]

Graham should replace Arthur on the tour.

[@ML-xh6rd]

They don't go on tour anymore.

[@itsjazzyjules]

No more Idol tour. The last one was Season 16 in 2018, and they only had the Top 7.

[@marymagdalene3004]

You mean that Arthur is scheduled to go on tour? OMG! that is crazy! He just doesn't belong there. He is an interloper. For sure, Graham should go on tour!!!

[@tonyrice954]

He dropped big hints about himself with his Stamos and Chris Martin "collaboration" behavior. Even Katie had said he needs to learn to play along sometime.

[@NovafyT]

He is an artist not a karaoke singer. Chris Martin was fine with him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWmll4ikaNykqK8

[@SJ23og]

If anything, it shows how great of an artist he is. If he “played along” his performances may have been awful

[@dianeohara3900]

Judges always praising him for being a stylist & making songs his own-then Katy changed on the Coldplay song-judges say what producers want them to to sway peoples votes-show used him this year for ratings which were low -now they’re all happy announcing they “got another season!”

[@barbaranaidoo3586]

@@NovafyT 🙏so true, he's Arthur Gunn and let him be... there's no one else like him, he's a star and the most humble soul.. Just love him and his music

[@barbaranaidoo3586]

Lionel is the biggest star of all 3 judges and he loves Arthur

[@7abhinaya]

Judges criticized him for his creative skills. Audience and contestants hated him for being there as a strong competition. The show just used him to create buzz and controversy. He is completely misunderstood because of his different culture and language barrier. All of this made Arthur isolated and he feels broken from inside.

[@NovafyT]

They exploited and used the brown kid. American idol should be ashamed. Without addressing the issue they prepared another one to take his place. Thats how you solve it.

[@sandraisaacs2225]

i agree...i think he was broken from all the backlash from being voted back. I think he was treated badly by the contestants who resented him. He had enough.

[@janeljeremiah6150]

Now.....this is someone who cares

[@tseringpaldon1039]

Ummm.. i thought u are a musician. And then it seems u switched over to a pseudo AI youtuber judge. Now a gossip columnists? Be kind. Kindness goes a long way.

[@joanarc7583]

Obvious some of the contestants thought they were on Big Brother and clicked up to bully the kid that AI brought back. Sounds like you need to grow up, Clark.

[@justin-7156]

you literally have no idea what happened lmaoooo.

[@shortycakes2007]

He should have not been brought back if the other contestants didn't bond with him it was because they just met him.

[@joanarc7583]

@@shortycakes2007 If you don't think he should have been brought back then that is on the producers for that. And as far as the other contestants, some have really shown their true blue colors and jumped right in to try and bully. They should be ashamed of themselves. People need to stop with the bullying. Enough with Making America Meaner, show a little respect to this amazingly talented kid.

[@joanarc7583]

@@justin-7156 well why don't you tell us then, since you have life all figured out.

[@redactedname247]

I really hope that things turn out well for Graham. I feel like his voice would sound especially good on records without all the bombast of the Idol production, but I could just as easily see him working in any aspect of the music or entertainment industry. Idol's most valuable semifinal finisher of all time without question.

[@dianeohara3900]

He’s personable but why voted off? Not enough votes-

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 🥰😍🥰😍 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@dianeohara3900]

Hillary, have you ever checked his stats? Millions of views on his songs-one has 11 M alone-so afraid millions disagree with you-and love his vibrato voice-but of course you can have your opinion!

[@DrWho2008t101]

he probably left for good reason.

[@CaptainStottlemeier]

There is no Amer. Idol that ever had a voice like he has. He is one of the best voices I have heard in yrs. I am glad he didn't show up. I sincerly think he was discriminated against because he wasn't considered American. We all know that he is so talented. I like Sheryl Crow but I prefer to hear Gunn sing. Sometimes you come across someone who is way above the others and he is just that. The guy who won has a pretty good voice but he is no Arthur Gunn. Even my friends say the show is rigged or voters discriminated. Sometimes you have to call it out for what it is. As a white American I have to go with the one with real talent.

[@violethill3745]

you should not be glad he didn't show up- he most likely ruined his whole career

[@kevind5841]

Arthur is a good singer, but when you say yes to perform, unless there is a medical emergency, keep your words and finish the gig. Don’t leave people hanging. In my circle, that’s being a professional.

[@kevind5841]

I’m a Canadian of Asian decent, I don’t use or buy the race cards. AI must have valued his singing talent to invite him back for the comeback and finale, so how can you say that they are treating him unfairly?

[@dianeohara3900]

He’ll be fine-has millions of loyal fans-has 11 million views on one song & millions on others-he’s young & learning the music business-almost a million on new single in 5 days

[@dianeohara3900]

Idol used him in comeback for ratings which were dipping low

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

Stop with the gossip, this is not right to do him this way, if you wasn't there you don't know.

[@brandonkruse6412]

He completely tanked his music career. Not a chance he’s going to have a job after blowing it with someone like Crowe. Sounds like a drama queen.

[@pamelaharrison3196]

I happen to think a lot of Arthur Gunn I would buy his music anytime and if people were being ugly to him because he is different is so wrong nobody should judge anybody until you've walked a mile in their own shoes quit being so cruel and trying to destroy someone's life

[@lynnzeno771]

This is bullshit!!! Why did EVERTBODY even the producers didn't know where he was!!! Stick to your guns Arthur! I just read the amount of people going to your concert, and its big!

[@vickiscott2693]

❤ Arthur peaceful and loving soul stay strong stay yourself

[@dianeohara3900]

He’ll be fine-geez, his single between the audio & video has a million views in a week, since incident. Too many loyal fans can’t get enough of his unique vibrato voice- hope he continues for sure

[@LauraR.2066]

What even. Don’t make commitments you won’t keep.

[@user-lx5jf4vi2k]

I can’t understand why Arthur didn’t share his reason for refusing to leave his trailer. I can’t think of a reason that would make him look worse in this situation. As it stands, he just seems to be stubborn and difficult. Props to Graham for saving the day though!

[@gregXxo]

You dont understand? He got tons of hate for being the "comeback contestant", producers didn't help matters by having his name called last when he made the top 10 and I'm sure the other contestants didn't treat him like their best friend

[@dianeohara3900]

But he is unpredictable at times

[@doobeedoo2]

@@NovafyT We do know because he told us why he didn't perform

[@NovafyT]

@@doobeedoo2 what did he tell?

[@Reneaukids04]

Arthur already had a reputation of being hard to work with, so obviously graham knew what production told him. To be prepared to perform. No one connected with Arthur because they had already bonded with each other. Arthur was and still is somewhat of an outsider.

[@betha8761]

Maybe he had a severe anxiety attack? It’s not like he murdered anyone or did something that was so horrendous. I’m sure he’s human and we all make or do goofy things in our life. This is an entertainment show, not a life saving event for anyone. Either he’ll continue his career or not. He will be just fine no matter what. Nice that the other guy was there to replace him.

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again this year. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! This guy has no future! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@hillarymcdonald389]

It's called freedom of speech! This is America and I have a right to speak. 😘🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰😘🥰🤩🥰 Although Arthur won 2nd place last year he didn't have any success! He tried again this year but he failed again. This tells me a lot about his mediocrity and his hopeless future. He hasn't accomplished anything and I don't think he will be successful in the future. He simply isn't a good singer. As a mater of fact, he has such a bad singing voice that his voice is not presentable in America! He is a complete and utter mess! I'm simply exercising my first amendment right which is freedom of speech!

[@johnchettri8967]

@Lilac 098 the accounts are not of two people. They are fake accounts of a single mentally jealous sick person

[@chaturmanchitrakar7394]

This channel is going to be more lucrative than the singing career of Clarke thanks to Arthur!

[@LauraR.2066]

🤣 Arthur who remains unsigned.. read the writing on the wall

[@shraddha6530]

And CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! you just got some extra cash using Arthur's name .....enjoy!!!!!!!

[@lizzymoore54]

So happy to hear that you’ll still be on the ole KZbin as a reviewer, Clark! Your knowledge of music, the industry and also your own talent gives you all the credibility we need to tune in every time you are on. Thanks for your in depth perspective on the show and the contestants. Also so very glad to hear that your subscribers are increasing in numbers because “ 🎶your worth it, the way you work it 🎶“. 😉☺️🥰

[@prestonfranco9594]

Arthur is an embarrassment to American Idol contestants. He sucked last year and he sucked again. He's a dead horse so stop the flogging! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tonyrice954]

Graham charmed the entire room, including Sheryl. Amazing!

[@dianeohara3900]

Yes he’s a charmer but why voted off so soon-not enough votes!

[@enhanceyourself7645]

Since last season i know he is not supporting auther gunn he even predicted he does not go along .and now He is throwing spicy .lol how someone be so much jeolous .

[@MustMakeStuff]

The great thing is, Arthur probably doesn't care about what people think of him! It takes a lot of courage to step away from the glitz, glamour and fame of this cut- throat industry. Clark, I have always loved you, however your ignorance and arrogance towards a human being you know nothing about, puts you in the same category as everyone else who gets air time by demeaning and judging others. We are an entitled nation of white- privilege and have no place judging Arthur Gunn the way you just did. Very very disappointing. Humility goes a lot farther than a music career ever will!

[@dianeohara3900]

I solidly agree-to jump on the bandwagon so quick with negativity-he’s 23 & learning then brutal music industry-give him some slack all you perfect people

[@kevind5841]

I don’t think Clark is judging or commenting on his race. A person’s words and professionalism is very important in any industry. I’m Asian and I don’t agree with Arthur’s action of not honouring his agreement to perform at the last minute. 23 or 93, a person’s words shouldn’t be broken. If you say yes, it means yes and you perform.

[@karmal6675]

1000% agree with you... I can see some kind of discrimination on Arthur side. We all know that Arthur is very quiet/timid person, people here in America is very vocal, sometimes they don’t care if they can hurt your feelings or not. Arthur is only 23, grew up in Southern Asia (Nepal), Different values, different culture...So this dude (Clark) you are a judgmental person. All the things you said against Arthur is not right. You are not there to witness everything!!! And put this in your narrow mind, you only heard the other side of the story, He said she said etc etc....You are a racist!!!

[@davidmathews2124]

So some people were rude and some people weren’t glad he was there. And for that he burned his singing partner, all the good people who supported him, the Idol staff who helped get him step by step to top level...and likely violated a contract. My feeling is...GET OVER YOURSELF! Now he looks like a jerk to 95% of the public and the music industry won’t want to work with a guy that just locks himself in his trailer. To those who cheer him for doing that...I don’t know exactly what happened and neither do you...so...

[@kevind5841]

@@davidmathews2124 agree. AI had given season 18, and again in season 19 and finale. For any singers to have that kind of exposure is a opportunity of a lifetime.

[@marilynhigginbotham1429]

Arthur will be a rising star in the near future and I hope you feel pretty bad for telling one side story to try to break a person down, but he will prove you wrong, and remember Karma is a B**ch.

[@tseringpaldon1039]

Peace over prize. Sometimes champions need to step down too for ones own sanity. (In reference to Naomi Osaka and the recent event which fits here quite perfectly)

[@melvinlee5684]

I was sad to see Graham leave in the first place. I was happy to see him return although I didn’t understand why they had him on the finale show. Now I know.

[@carolohde3505]

Who are we to judge...they shouldn’t have a last year’s performance come back. Last year’s been there.. let it go!

[@mweiland88]

Question to dig for: why wasn’t Just Sam there? Of everyone for Idol to support, you’d think their last winner - who similarly didn’t get a chance to sing on the live Idol stage - would be one for them to want to help. Was genuinely surprised she wasn’t there.

[@NovafyT]

Just Sam left idol long ago

[@bellafacefx9535]

@@NovafyT “left idol” ?? She won last season. What do you mean she “left idol.”

[@pattimartin2809]

@@bellafacefx9535 Someone on a facebook thread said Just Sam had a falling out with Idol soon after winning and she has removed them from all her social media 🤷‍♀️

[@NovafyT]

@@bellafacefx9535 she is not with American idol. She didn’t even sign the contract.

[@snowstorm0914]

@@NovafyT From their season, I only know Francisco Martin and a girl idol (don't know her name) was signed. Francisco had EP released and his career is taking off right now.

[@TheFutureofCheer]

I have a theory - and I am wondering if Arthur was pressured to come back on the show as one of the contestants for the "second chance" round.. I think he is not about the thrills.. wants to do his own thing. It also could have been some contestants or surrounding people that made him uncomfortable due to the dislikes of the internet and people who were made he basically beat out other people to have a "second chance"

[@skinnyfatnomore]

Arthur stressed in his post that it's not anyone related to the show who's to blame. So none of the contestants, the judges, the producers, nor any staff for that matter.

[@gregXxo]

I think so too

[@dianeohara3900]

Show sort of used him for ratings

[@NovafyT]

@@skinnyfatnomore He is not allowed call names i guess

[@NovafyT]

@@skinnyfatnomore he didn’t say that

[@marcusdunn3558]

Okay, first, you are hearing this straight from Graham's mouth, so his words will be biased. Second, when was the talk about Arthur being difficult to work with last season? He performed everything and never missed a beat. So you don't think there's some bit of negativity expressed towards Arthur since he arrived? He's basically been labeled the role of the villain since he arrived there, a Freddy Krueger getting ready to steal the dreams from the hearts of other contestants. And I saw absolutely nobody warming up to him, liking his IG posts, supporting him through the process. He's been met with hostility and if you couldn't see it in his last episode where he was called too stubborn or rude for changing the melody and chords of a Coldplay song, then I don't know what you were watching. This whole Comeback situation was a difficult thing for him to take on, so NO, I will not make Arthur the blame for it. I wish he would have performed, but he had to do what was best for him at that moment.

[@sourensoukatsui]

No matter what, the show must go on. That's how the industry works. But artists literally have mental breakdowns so I can understand if that was what happened with Arthur. Anyway, if last season's contestants are gonna vouch for what Graham said regarding Arthur being hard to work with, then that would be it. I can still see other idols from last season interacting with his IG posts tho.

[@missourikatt]

Completely Agree

[@dianeohara3900]

Show used him for ratings this year-first praise him for changing songs as a true artist, then after Coldplay Chang, criticized him-sick of judges pushing whoever the producers want to win & flouting themselves

[@missourikatt]

@@dianeohara3900 Agree

[@dianeohara3900]

No worry he has millions of loyal fans will always back him & he’s very young & learning the brutal music industry

[@jtbizzle3692]

Wow! What a story for real! We don't really know what was going on in Arthur's head. I wish him the best, but yea this was kind of a bad move and a bad look for him. And Graham? Million dollar man! Way to step in and save the day!

[@NovafyT]

Why do we believe Graham? 🤔

[@jtbizzle3692]

@@NovafyT mostly because he was there. :)

[@NovafyT]

He spilled the tea with talent recap before the show. It was a set up

[@dianeohara3900]

Oscar Wilde said”it’s far better to be talked about than not to be talked about” (No such thing as bad press)

[@dianeohara3900]

Graham is likable & always around but couldn’t get enough votes to stay-so he got his big chance to be seen again nationally-good

[@randipearson4930]

Backing out w 5 minutes !! Unacceptable!! You’re absolutely correct Clark !! Don’t listen to these haters !! You’re just stating the facts ..no one will want to work w someone who’s not dependable period ..

[@cindycampbell6972]

He looked so happy to be there

[@ohifonlyx33]

I mean as unfair as I do believe it really was to bring Arthur Gunn back in the first place, I at least had some sympathy for him for having to face everyone's backlash. Now I don't know WHAT to think. Seems like returning to AI was just a bad move for everyone all around.

[@dianeohara3900]

I can see why he wouldn’t turn down the invite though & he had to beat out the other 9 singers from last year-but knocking off this years kids caused much controversy-& made him uncomfortable you could tell

[@ohifonlyx33]

@@dianeohara3900 do you mean the Caleb Kennedy thing? Because that actually makes me mad too. And I would have probably dropped out of the show after that... but not at the last possible minute.

[@dianeohara3900]

Show called Graham days before to be ready in case Arthur bails-something going on they knew, show used him this year for ratings-he knocked the 2 girls off & controversy began, I think he wanted to leave-messed up the Coldplay song maybe on purpose

[@JohnnyMcNabb63]

Love Graham, Casey, hunter. I wanted Casey to win.

[@julconnor]

that is a crazy situation! Graham really came through- So excited to hear more about it in your interview together!

[@lilianapedrocarrera2665]

For each story there are other perspectives. Instead of blamming only Arthur Gunn, why don't you question on "why do the producers have other candidate semi prepared?" The excuse "just in case" I don't buy it! There are issues that neither you or I know about it.

[@nivshrestha9990]

😂😂😂 Dude stop spreading hate. You sound like villain from the drama.

[@marcsgolf-flyfishing-vantr7089]

Wow the AI shows over, and now you’re a gossip Show. 😂

[@prodltd]

I was a BIG Gunn fan before this and am a big Gunn fan AFTER this. But come on fellow fans, the guy is young and can make mistakes. THIS was a gigantic mistake by Arthur even just on the face of it. Look what he did to Sheryl Crow -- he set her up to look like a fool on live TV in front of a big audience. NO MATTER WHAT Arthur's problems were, you don't do that to a future peer, a big star or to ANYONE for that matter. . Think what the industry would have thought of Arthur if Graham wasn't such a hit. NO ONE would have forgiven him. Arthur should have proven himself bigger and better than whatever the problem was at the time, perform as contracted and as the professional he is supposed to be and now is not (in the Industry's eyes), and THEN attack whatever problem he had. He'd be much better positioned to right the wrong. And doubling down on it with that so-called explanation and presuming inviting Sheryl to a sing with him will make it go away? These are bad signs of character. He can sing, write and play....but can he behave?

[@ckjordan3620]

No one knows what happened. American Idol might have asked contestants sign a contract like a nda not to disclose anything that happens within AI environment. As he is so humble may be he did not wanted to point out names, if someone is an idiot does not mean you need act like an idiot. Kindness goes a long way. Last year AI was praising Arthur to be so humble and easy to work with and now they are saying the opposite. I dont believe anything they say, you dont know what extent they will go to make you look good or bad.

[@anthonygaydotcom]

Something definitely fishy with this story. Especially since no one wil say exactly why it happened.

[@gwenie77able]

The show must go on! I really enjoyed Graham and Sheryl Crow had no idea!

[@당신을사랑합니다-b8h]

Arthur gunn 😘 😘 😘

[@AmandaJYoungs]

I am disappointed with Arthur Gunn. Sure, there *could* be things that we don't know about that made for an unpleasant environment for him - but that is *not* a reason for him to bail on the show, or on Sheryl Crow either. It was live TV, it was national - you are probably not going to get many bigger chances to impress an audience than doing something like this show. The damage he has done to his reputation could be irreparable. As you say, Graham deFranco - on the other hand - will have a sky-high reputation and I couldn't be happier about that because I was very sorry when he left. I wish him all the best. Actually, I wish Arthur all the best, too, because I think he's really going to need it now.

[@gregXxo]

Things we don't know about? All he got was hate for being the comeback contestant and I'm sure the other contestants didn't treat him like their best friend... With that said, he shouldve done his performance as he was supposed to though

[@dianeohara3900]

I wouldn’t pay to see Graham-but would Arthur-he has millions of fans-he has 11 Million views on one song from last yr & millions on others-has over 1/2 M views on single in 5 days! He has his loyal fans-remember he’s young & learning the brutal music industry

[@CNJussyM]

@Amanda I agree! That's not an excuse for unprofessionalism (somehow, he was also disrespectful to the guest artist and the staff). If the environment was tense or toxic for him, he should have declined the invitation to perform in the finale, in the first place🤦🏽‍♀️

[@jeanneimmel6089]

@@dianeohara3900 Amen

[@ckjordan3620]

No one knows what happened. American Idol might have asked contestants sign a contract like a nda not to disclose anything that happens within AI environment. As he is so humble may be he did not wanted to point out names, if someone is an idiot does not mean he needs to act like an idiot. Kindness goes a long way. Last year AI was praising Arthur to be so humble and easy to work with and now they are saying the opposite. I dont believe anything they say, you dont know what extent they will go to make you look good or bad.

[@ramthapa7644]

Stop to criticism man I know very well all reality shows is business real talent is hide always so you don’t know the real fact what it is happening there you are artists and same fields you have to support everyone....Arthur is millions people inside heart....let him to shine....listen his new song save me now....who is better already know the audience....

[@Mohse666]

Clark, A confident artist doesn't need to get jealous of another artist and throws shades at him, because jealousy in this case is a stark admission that the other artist is better and more original. You see what I'm saying, Clark? catching my drift, buddy?

[@LauraR.2066]

Huh? Lol I don’t think anyone gets what you’re saying.

[@Mohse666]

@@LauraR.2066 My comment is directed at the smart ones and I don't think you're among them. Laura.