The recent season of the popular singing talent search now in its 23rd season, American Idol included many talented singers one of which included a self-proclaimed East L.A. Chicano named MKY (Mikey).
Michael ‘MKY’ Jimenz a handsome 25-year-old young man born within a musically talented family performing and boasting a Smokey Robinson type voice. MKY also sang a first-ever performed Spanish song on America Idol, a unique rendition of Miguel’s Sabor a Mi, which wowed the audience, supporters, the American Idol judges (Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Brian) and more. MKY also performed Smokey Robinson’s top hit of yesteryear, Ooo Baby, Baby during his audition.
Born and raised in L.A., MKY’s birth name is Michael ‘MKY’ Jimenez. MKY comes from a long line of talented singers, like his father Nez Jimenez who was part of an L.A. band in the 1960’s. MKY begin singing at an early age and members of his family dating back to his grandfather, also named Michael, have been chasing a musical career among other famed artists.
As the great look, bilingual voice and charm of MKY returned each week and advanced to the next level, MKY, family and supporters held the highest of expectations for the first Chicano American Idol.
High on great looks, talent and charm, MKY seemed a shoo-in to the top spot as his parents, other family and friends returned each week anticipating their reigning Idol in the midst of American Idol confetti.
Leading to the finale, MKY did not even make it to the top 20. MKY, an audience pleaser drew incredible support, but unfortunately, MKY didn’t garnish enough of America’s votes, to push him through the next level, instead eliminating his chance as the next American Idol.
His unique voice and weekly advancement contradicted the outcome his hopes and dreams seemed to evaporate on the American Idol stage.
MKY later delivered an optimistic message of hopefulness and gratefulness to his supporters.
Congratulations to Idol’s finale contestant Thunderstorm Artis, (Christian genre) named American Idol. Many strong talented performers have passed through the American Idol stage, names like Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and more. This American Idol venue has provided a launching pad for the careers of many. Not everyone can be an American Idol winner, but it can be a steppingstone for future fame.
As fate would have it, East L.A.’s Chicano singing wonder, MKY, has signed a contact with Big Loud Records/Mercury.
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