Today I Met Jason Castro (dreadlock guy from American Idol) *Updated
I’m not a person to get starstruck. I do enjoy meeting famous people, I just don’t don’t become like a giddy school girl when it happens. Jason Castro from American Idol grew up with a friend of mine. Today I ran into them while they were having lunch at BJ’s Pizza. I thought it would be fun to see what reaction I got by posting it on Facebook. See below for the response.
I had my friend Kyle take this picture of me and Josh with Jason Castro in the background
The reaction I got wasn’t what I expected, but it was a pretty funny surprise:
I expected a lot of fan response. What I got instead was a friend who said her mom went crazy over the fact that I met Jason Castro. What’s funny about that is her mom is pretty conservative and has to be in her 60′s. She’s joined his fan club. The user name she chose for herself is dreadhead #2006.
I guess it just goes to show that we should never judge a book by it’s cover just as we should not ask a person to help with our youth ministry just because they don’t fit the stereotype. (Like how I made a stretch to relate this post to youth ministry?)
***Update***
Immediately after posting this blog entry, a few people posted the picture above on fan sites for Jason Castro and also on the site VoteForTheWorst.com (a site for those not fans of American Idol – warning: crude language is on the site). Since that happened, my web traffic has been about 10X higher than normal. I expect that to taper off, but it was kind of cool to see the traffic caused by that photo.
If you’re a fan of Jason Castro, please leave a comment on this post about why you love him.
New poll added 3/16/09
Click here for a sweet video of Jason Castro talking about his love for music and God
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I am a fan of Jason. I love his original cool style, such a great mellow voice, easy to listen to but not in a “Barry Manilow” easy way. ha!
I love his personality too, he seems like a really nice guy!
Love Jason. Love his talent, his singing. He is one of the most genuine and caring people I have met. Have you listened to his I AM Second testimony? It is lovely.
I’m also a very big fan of Jason Castro. His voice just grabs you and makes you listen. He’s got a great heart and big things are in his future. Can’t wait to buy his album when it comes out.
Because his music is “soothing to the soul” and his spirit remarkable. No other artist has ever moved me as much as this “Storytelling, Singer, Songwriter”.
I’m a huge Jason Castro fan because he is amazing…i’ve had the pleasure of meeting him about 4 times now and he is just the sweetest person i have met…and it doesn’t hurt that he’s a really good looking guy with a voice that touches your soul!!<3
Jason Castro epitomizes what a true artist is.. He sings from the heart and, every song touches the soul,
I am a Jason Castro fan because of his beautiful voice; his amazing talent for singing, songwriting and playing musical instruments; his love for music; his kindness; his humanitarian spirit; his adventurous spirit; his inner light which shines through; his patience; the look of pure joy on his face when he’s happy; and his way of making others feel special. I also love that he knows who he is and who he is not.
Jason is the most genuine human being I have ever met. He is a wonderful living example of a Christ filled life. He has been blessed with a wonderful talent and that is the ability to touch peoples soul with music.
Wow I had not read the other comments until I posted. ALOT of us feel like Jason has touched or soul!! Jason just has an inner light radiating from him.
I’m not sure I can explain why I love Jason. Maybe because what you see is what you get. He’s unassuming, sweet, talented, takes his career and music seriously, and has a fun side that makes us smile. He’s beautiful inside and out, and amazingly mature for a 21 year old.
Dreadhead #1744
Jason is an original. Love his style and music. Can’t wait to hear more from him.
Love his music…love the easy listening, acoustic sound. I can listen to his music over and over and over again.
Thanks for posting your brief encounter with Jason Castro. You should check out his “I am second” video. It’s truly inspiration and a look into the soul of this young man. After the video, there are links for more videos of Jason’s interview;
http://iamsecond.com/#/seconds/Jason_Castro/
I first saw your comment on Twitter and then it came into my google alerts so I thought I would check out your page.
Why I like Jason Castro is because of HIM. He “shines his light” and his voice is comforting. He beams with the joy of the Lord.
So, actually, it is not a stretch from your topic on youth ministry to post about Jason Castro as he has always been active in his church and has a “heart of a servant”. He loves the Lord and like the poster before me said, check out his video on the I Am Second website.
I believe God has plans for Jason and he just used him to draw attention to your ministry as well. God is so good!
Cathy Anne
http://heart-throscopy.blogspot.com
Oh and I hate when I hit reply too fast LOL
but.. I made a correction and it did not show.
Jason’s voice is not only comforting, but he sings with his commitment from his heart. He is not a phoney and that is endearing. He grabs your heart.
I am also a fan of Jason Castro since first saw him on AI. He is very talented – beautiful voice, charming, original and humble. I am also anxiously waiting for his cd!
Jason just has an inner light in his that shines. His music always makes me smile. But mostly, he’s a very talented,good and humble person.
I like Jason Castro and his music because I find myself smiling whenever I see/hear him sing. It’s kind of hard to describe why. Being a Christian, I’d say it’s Christ shining through him that draws people, but musically, I put him in the same category with John Denver. He’s peaceful, calming, original, and unique. He definitely has a gift.
Jason first caught my attention when he sang Daydream on American Idol. I loved his easy going folk style singing – that he was also a musician added to his appeal. Then I saw how he conducted himself on the show – he showed a quiet confidence tempered with respect and humility toward those around him.
I knew there was something special about him besides the soothing voice. When I saw the I Am Second videos, I finally realized what it was.
I do hope people will investigate that series as there are testimonies from many individuals: http://www.iamsecond.com
Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant.. Can’t wait for the next seasons auditions to start!
I loved the top 5 American idol group song last night. It was a pity to see Aaron Kelly got rid of however I do think the others were better singers hence he had to go!