Leaf’s Dream Begins on Dreamland Finale

Published by Michael Arceneaux on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 3:17 am.

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Last night Leaf and Kia battled it out in the Welcome to Dreamland finale to find out who would be crowned the winner.

When Kia hit the stage, she finally showed the level of confidence she was criticized for lacking in previous episodes. As far as dancing goes she looked more Rihanna than Beyonce. That’s OK, though, because at least she sounded strong vocally on stage. Joining her act was Mario, who came out of nowhere and hit the stage to sing-a-long with the Team Phenzel representative.

Where as Kia offered more of what you’ll find on the radio, Leaf presented something more of the coffee shop variety. I might be alone in this, but for a second I couldn’t get past her look long enough to pay attention to the overall performance. With respect to her stylist, she looked like Andre 3000’s confused little sister.

I didn’t get it, but the crowd seemed to enjoy what Black Cyndi Lauper had to offer on stage.

One of the judges wasn’t nearly as moved as the crowd was, however. Kandi of Xscape and “No Scrubs” fame pointed out that vocally Leaf was a bit all over the place. I thought the same thing, but apparently shaky vocals weren’t enough to stop Leaf from taking the title for Team GSU and crowned the Queen of Dreamland.

That means Kia is back to the drawing board while Leaf starts recording her debut album.

Will you be on the look out for it when it drops?

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michele gilbert Said on

I agree that the winner was obviously chosen before the show began. Anyone that has an ear could not even hear the melody of Leaf’s song during her performance. Her style and movements on stage was awkward. Great job at promoting your chosen artist! I hope Kia was awarded a contract as a consolation prize for putting up with the charade



michele gilbert Said on

I agree that the winner was obviously chosen before the show began. Anyone that has an ear could not even hear the melody of Leaf’s song during her performance. Her style and movements on stage was awkward. Great job at promoting your chosen artist! I hope Kia was awarded a contract as a consolation prize for putting up with the charade



kellasia Said on

why did leaf win leaf did not even try kia worked her but off leaf had it easy whatever kia should of won



yungran Said on

I don’t understand why people are hating on LEAF…she is orignial, refreshing,andsomethng that the world needs…she brings what is lacking in the musc someone that can actually speak for herself and not be a puppet to what is the NORM…as a WOMAN, I’m proud that she is not up there showing off her body and shaking her butt on stage just to get the audience going…we have enough ladies doing that and filling the space…her energy speaks for itself and the fact that she was able to perform an original song was great!
no disrespect to Kia she has a great voice but i much rather have someone that is real then fabricated to represent what we are missing to show that we are more than someone that can shake it on stage…
REFRESHING TO SEE A POSITIVE WOMAN STEP UP TO THE $$# AND NOT BE SCARED TO BE HERSELF IN FRONT OF THE WORLD…..

CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THE ALBUM COME OUT!!



asp Said on

LEAF deserved to win because she has the potential of a true star.she has what it takes.she is a beautiful singer and a beautiful person and worked hard and now look where she is.mean comments are not allowed because she won because she DESERVED it.shes a original and i will be one of the millions of people to buy her album when it comes out.



mishaa(: Said on

i reallly wasn’t feeling leafs performance ; her vocals were shaky like kandi said and it didn’t entertain me.but i understand her style and that she is not likee everyone else. but kia was awesome ; she keep me entertained and eveything, jazzy phae did his thing with her and look too hearing her on the radio in the future(:



JJ Said on

HOnestly, are you kidding me… aite.. kia’s performance wasnt over the moon, however, it was far better than leaf’s… Leaf’s vocals were horrible.. yes, there was energy and hats off to dumma boy… good producer… but Kias song was better.. her voice was better and her performance was better.. the only thing she lost was that of production… was looking forward to more from jazze pha…. but Kia, i hpe smething works out for you.. I’m looking for your song that you performed now….



joe francisco Said on

i need leafs record out right now, i think bet or whoever who wrote iabout her on the recap was very rude,and ignorant but knowing bet i am not suprized.if you look at what they promote its usually women with shaking you know what. bet is famous for promoting pure lustand sex,thats what they want black people to buy.i think kia is beautiful,and didnt need to be half naked,i hope her mother tells her better cause she deserves to be treated better than her stylist treate her too by the way.you can actually see kias behind and thats what bet thinks is the best. doesnt surprize me.very very sad.now,somehow someway by the grace of God,Leaf is promotedand given the platform to do something trully beautiful,and you all are so evil about it. with all due respect to kia,and i do want to respect her because she is beautiful and talented,i think the best person actually won when it comes to being a true superstar longlasting,and enduring i know in fact the right person won when you look at it from that angle.Leaf has it all,intelligence,wisdom,talent,beautykindness,skills a beautiful lovely voice like billie holiday,and positive role model for young people listen hers is the type of show and music that the obama girls could come and sit in the front row,and nobody would have to wonder why. she’s clean,and not going around being raunchy.alsoi would like to add,that there are millions of people in the world and leaf is bigger than the coffee shop. that is bets ignorance as usual leaf i see like U2 or john mayer,or madonna. she is beyond your little black r and b pop world–you all dont get it. I give God the praise in this situation,because just like obama winning the presidency i see leaf’s win as a change. now blessings to kia too and i hope she learns not let the people make her naked,cause she is beautiful too with all her clothes on.Kia, i hope youre listening,dont be mad at leaf God is in control tell your people to show love because love rules Now to whoever is going to produce Leaf—you all show her respect,and honour understand who you have–for once understand who you have,and who leaf is and was this show about jazze phae,and drumma boy or was it about making a super star. i talked to a friend of mine in lomalinda,and she stopped watching cause all they talked about was the producers.come on.i hope they treat kia and leaf right.SUCCESS to LEAF.Congratulations–I am proud of her..GO Ms.Leaf. and congrats to Kia,coming in second through out that whole process is something to be very very proud of.Again,celebrate the winner,an and wish her the best.You dont understand Gods ways thats all.I look forward extremely to Leafs music.



Youlandia Addison Said on

Way to go Leaf…your music is just refreshing and new..It is something new that we all need to hear and a new flavor that is arising. I love it and I can’t wait for the new album to drop. Be strong and stand for your music, because it is what it is and that is HOT!!!



DKGA Said on

On a recent night, my wife and I were entertained by a gifted entertainer, Leaf. Leaf’s performance was majestic and we were blown away by her gifted hands on the guitar and her beautiful voice. Leaf, listen to your spirit and the world will soon come to realize how truly special you are.



Kimberly Johnson, JOHNSONPR Said on

Considering the current state of the music industry it is refreshing to see an artist who is not trying to succeed by becoming a puppet who jumps through all the proverbial hoops. My definition of a true artist versus a recording artist is in what they are pursuing. Those who pursue the music industry are recording artists and it is incumbent upon them to meet industry expectations by doing whatever the industry demands. However, those who are true artists have more depth and substance. Their first committment is to their artistry-they would do their thing even if nobody’s paying attention. How many of us long to be recognized and even paid to do what we are most passionate about? It takes guts to be yourself in an age where people will do whatever is necessary for the big payoff. The fact that Leaf was rewarded for her uniqueness by being crowned ‘the Queen’ says a lot about her musical courage as well as the judges who recognized her distinct talent and fresh sound. So-called ’shaky vocals’ can be fixed, but it’s difficult to provoke innovation and creativity in someone who only knows how to do what they’re told. Leaf’s production team should make haste in connecting her with her market and giving her fan base something to chew on. Time out for cookie-cutter recording artists. More artists/musicians like Leaf is what the consumer wants and the industry needs.



TY Said on

Leaf is my girl, we went to high school together she has always been really creative and I am really proud of her… She did great on the show!! Congrats Leaf!!!! Can’t wait for the album…. T



Denise Said on

I think that if Bianca was there she would have won. Im sorry but what is leaf? a Rockstar? Yea whens the next time we’ll hear a rocksong on bet?!



Candi Said on

Im so mad leaf won… her notes were horrible but kia on the other hand was great nd the song she sung is now like ma fav song… Kia was the best she actually can sing but leaf cant sing… but if bianca was there she would have won 4sure



Me Said on

Leaf…?! Are you freakin serious…?! She was the LEAST talented out of EVERYONE on the show…! I don’t even know how she made the show to begin with. She can’t sing, she has and extremely weak voice… What in the living hell is wrong with those guys?! No wonder 95% of music today sounds like schit! They’re signing people like leaf…



danyellemarkus Said on

hey everybody,wheres leafs album.ive been trying to find out some information.im really excited she won,i cried actually because its so seldom you get to be a part of something real,and meaningful.i love her music,and her style,her dress everything. i liked the way she looked by the way,why the putdown on her outfit?entertainers do that,you know go overthe top.i liked it infact,i thought it was cute,and fun,and lovely. i love the hair too.love the music.please tell me about the record,welcome to dreamland,when and where can i get it?



danyellemarkus Said on

hey everybody,wheres leafs album.ive been trying to find out some information.im really excited she won,i cried actually because its so seldom you get to be a part of something real,and meaningful.i love her music,and her style,her dress everything. i liked the way she looked by the way,why the putdown on her outfit?entertainers do that,you know go overthe top.i liked it infact,i thought it was cute,and fun,and lovely. i love the hair too.love the music.please tell me about the record,welcome to dreamland,when and where can i get it?



danyellemarkus Said on

hey everybody,wheres leafs album.ive been trying to find out some information.im really excited she won,i cried actually because its so seldom you get to be a part of something real,and meaningful.i love her music,and her style,her dress everything. i liked the way she looked by the way,why the putdown on her outfit?entertainers do that,you know go overthe top.i liked it infact,i thought it was cute,and fun,and lovely. i love the hair too.love the music.please tell me about the record,welcome to dreamland,when and where can i get it?



danyellemarkus Said on

hey everybody,wheres leafs album.ive been trying to find out some information.im really excited she won,i cried actually because its so seldom you get to be a part of something real,and meaningful.i love her music,and her style,her dress everything. i liked the way she looked by the way,why the putdown on her outfit?entertainers do that,you know go overthe top.i liked it infact,i thought it was cute,and fun,and lovely. i love the hair too.love the music.please tell me about the record,welcome to dreamland,when and where can i get it?



Marquita Said on

hey everybody, i thought kia shoulda won cause leaf cant sing
but i wish both the best of luck in da future