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Appearing on the third season of the hit TV show American Idol, Fantasia Barrino (known these days simply as Fantasia) won America's heart - and the competition - with her soulful singing and deeply affecting performances. Since being crowned an American Idol, the young singer with the captivating, old school-flavored voice has gone on to become a true R&B/pop diva with a string of chart-topping hits to her name - "I Believe," "Truth Is," "Free Yourself" and "Hood Boy," among others. On top of her success in the music world, Fantasia's penned a best-selling autobiography and starred in an original Lifetime movie based on the book. Fantasia recently took time out of her busy schedule to speak with Ticketmaster about her latest self-titled album, her music idols, and the joys of performing live.
Ticketmaster: How do you think your latest album, Fantasia, compares with your first album, Free Yourself? It's been described as having a more consistent R&B sound.
Fantasia Barrino: On my first album, Free Yourself, I had a lot of ballads on there, and I was talking about a lot of different situations that I was going through. With this new album, after doing the book and doing the movie, it's like I let a lot of that stuff go. We self-titled the album Fantasia because I just feel like a brand new person. I feel like a brand new Fantasia. So with this album, I wanted it to be more up-tempo, have more songs for the DJs, wanted to show my young side, ‘cause I'm only 22. When I would say that, a lot of people would say, "Get out of here! You're just 22 years old?" So I guess that's from just dealing with so much at such a young age and sharing that with the people. A lot of people just say, "Wow, you've been through so much. You seem so much older." So I just wanted to show my young side and take it back to good, good music. We have a lot of live instruments being played on the album. To me, it's a lot different from the previous album.
TM: Tell me about some of the people you collaborated with on the album. I know you worked with a lot of great people, including Missy Elliot.null
FB: Yeah, it's Miss. She's my girl. She's a good friend of mine. She gets me and that's one of the reasons I like working with her. You know, I'm a soul singer coming out of the church and you don't really hear a lot of soul singing anymore. You know, a lot of singing singing going on. So you really have to work with the right producers who can give you the right songs, give you the stuff that fits you, and Missy gives me that. Who else? Harold Lilly. Another one that gets me. Worked with him on the last album. Did the song "Baby Mama" with him. And he's another church boy so he gets it. He knows what I need. Worked with Midi Mafia. Did a song with Swizz Beatz. He's amazing. Candice and Bulewa. Dre and Vidal. Gosh, I don't want to foget anybody (laughs). Sean Garrett. Also collaborated with Big Boi on a single, which was an honor to work with him. I'm a big, big fan. Much respect to him. And who else? Diane Warren. I can't forget Diane. I went looking for her. I was like, "I have to do a song with her." There was a reason I was looking for her. She had the song "I Feel Beautiful" for me. And like I said, in the place that I am right now, I feel really beautiful. I feel like a brand new person. All of the producers I worked with were amazing. They all got me and they were asking, "What do you want? What are you looking for?" And that was a blessing. So I enjoyed myself on this album, working with everybody.
TM: The song "Hood Boy" has been doing really well. Do you have a favorite track from the album or do you like them all equally?
FB: Let's see. It changes every day. So today, I'll have to say "Bore Me," which is a song that I did with my brother. That's my older brother on there with me. And when we do it live, it's just a very good song, everyone enjoys it, so I'll have to say "Bore Me."
TM: You started out performing live to millions of people on American Idol. Since then you've spent a lot of time writing and recording new songs. So, at this point, which do you prefer: performing live on stage or recording in the studio? 
FB: On stage. I love performing live. I love performing for people. That's my peaceful place, being on stage. If I could go on stage right now, I would go (laughs). As an artist, we go through things every day and every day is a challenge, so when I get on stage I just let it all out. So I would have to say that performing live is my favorite.
TM: Do you have a favorite venue where you like to perform?
FB: No, I would perform out on the street in the cold (laughs). On the corner. All I need is a band and a mic and I'm good to go.
TM: You worked with Aretha Franklin on a song ("Let Me Put You Up On Game") for her new album A Woman Falling Out Of Love. What was that experience like?
FB: She's my idol. I grew up studying Aretha Franklin. I knew everything about her. She's my favorite. So working with her was an honor. She's an amazing woman, when she sings, when she speaks, everything about her is amazing. So it was an honor working with her. The first time I met her was when they did the celebration for her (the 28th annual An Evening of Stars®Tribute to Aretha Franklin). I had so much to say and I didn't say any of it (laughs). I didn't say anything. Believe it or not, the whole time I just sat there and cried. And she was like, "What are you crying for?" She is such an inspiration to me and she is such an amazing woman. For me to be able to be on her album is an honor.
TM: Who would you like to collaborate with in the future? Any other dream collaborations?
FB: Too many people. I'm serious. I could tell you names for days. But I'm on this rock star thing right now. I've been saying it and hopefully she'll hear it and we'll be able to get together, but I would love to get together and do a song with Avril Lavigne.
TM: Who else are you listening to these days?
FB: Listening to a lot of different types of music right now. I'm really feeling Panic! At the Disco. My Chemical Romance. John Legend of course. Nelly Furtado. My ears now are just looking for something different. And these rock stars, these boys, are really giving me different, and that's what I'm on right now...Oh, I have to give a shout out to Timbaland, because he's really doing his thing this year. He gave Nelly Furtado her album. It's amazing. Justin Timberlake's album. It's amazing. And it's just different, a breath of fresh air. So I'm really feeling those albums and these rock stars right now.
TM: You're a multi-talented artist. You've acted in a movie and in television shows. You've written an autobiography. Is this something you'd like to do more of?  Do you consider yourself first and foremost a music artist?
FB: Music, of course, will always be my first love. But after doing my movie, I think I want to do some more acting. I want to do something very challenging. A role that's very, very challenging. You know, whatever door opens, that's a blessed door. I always say I'm going to ride the train until the wheels fall off. So I'd love to do some more acting and maybe even some Broadway. I don't know. That would be a challenge. We could get into some Broadway stuff. So I could sing, which is my first love, and I could do some acting.

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 888 reviews
  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Good although shady circumstances

    by CT82 on 10/8/12Music Hall - Dallas

    Had 1.5 hours of amateur singers - which wasn't that great. Then had a 1.5 hour intermission. Apparently there was a big deal of controversy but Silk never showed up. When Fantasia finally came out I had to adjust my attitude because we had already wasted 3 hours. I think because time ran out Fantasia cut out many of her songs. What we did hear was pretty good.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    fantasia was mesmarising

    by nookey on 9/24/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    The event was really God up to when sill was to perform The wait was too long there should have been some type of Explanation for the long wait.but when Fantasia appeard Everything.g was wonderful

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    total waste of $-thanks red elite productions

    by unmetEXPECTATIONS on 9/24/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    Had tickets for the show in Harker heights 8/4 and was told by email that it was cancelled on 8/2. Bought tickets for the rescheduled show 9/21 in Dallas. The show was for silk and fantasia.....silk never performed.....there was an hour break between the opening acts and fantasia coming out informing us that she was doing the concert even though she didnt get paid. She did an ok show and abruptly left the stage and the venue when she was done. Oh and the best part - we paid to meet and greet her and silk and never did. Since the venue was practically empty we could have paid for general admission tickets and rushed the stage like everyone else. #sorry your birthday present was ruined mom!

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Fantasia was great. The event, not so much.

    by bdog52 on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    Fantasia gave a good show but there was some sort of mess back stage. The opening band just never game out (Silk) and Fantasia mentioned 5 times she wasn't getting paid tonight (though she still did a good show). The promoter dropped the ball as the venue was only 1/3 full. That caused another issue. The people in the $30 seats came down and sat next time my $130 seats. frustrating!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    by Milliner3 on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    Fantasia was awesome!!!! Pissed off at silk for not performing and for having us wait over a hour for intermission!!!!!

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    Guess it wasn't much more Fantasia could do, but she did sang her heart out and you can tell she was very hurt that Silk didn't perform. We sat in the audience for an hour doing absolutely nothing, the DJ could have at least played line dancing songs. Very disappointed

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    DISASTER!!

    by Anonymous on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    This was a major fiasco to say it nicely. The show was scheduled to start at 8:30. Luckily we purposely went about 45 minutes late after my boyfriend read a review on the event from another city saying how late the artists were. At 10:30 we were still sitting there and neither Silk or Fantasia had come on stage (nor sent a rep to address the audience). The audience was very annoyed and began leaving the venue even though the lights came on as if the show was about to start. About 10:45, we left. This event was extremely disappointing. As we left the venue, along with other fans, we overheard some guys who apparantely were with the stage crew telling the ushers that there was a disagreement over the payment to the artists. Everyone was very disappointed and the ushers seemed embarassed as many patrons asked questions. At some point, someone needs to take responsibility. Hardworking people pay good money to support these artists and to enjoy an evening out. The way this was handled was a big mess and extremely unprofessional. We left annoyed, tired, frustrated, didn't get to see either artist, and we wasted our money. It was not a good night, and I would not recommend this show to anyone!!

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    High hopes but sadly disappointed!!!

    by shortyJazzy546 on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    I must say that I am a fan of Fantasia. I have saw her in previous concerts and it was awesome, however this was the worst. The show was supposed to start at 8:30. The show did not start until 10:35. There were local acts, but they could have stayed at home. All of the local acts were done performing at 8:45 or 9:00. We just sat in the audience and waited for a hour and a half for the show to start!!!! There were no entertainment for intermission at all!!! This event was not organized at all!!!!! It was just ridiculous!!! The people did not really support. You could sit where you wanted to because the building was half empty!!!! Silk did not show up!!!!!

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    HORRIBLE! UM ACCEPTABLE. NOT WORTH $70 FANTASIA FANTASTIC BUT THAT WAS ABOUT IT

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Regretful Experience

    by qmoney731 on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    As a music lover and Fantasia fan I regretfully say I was and am very disappointed with this experience. Let it be known Fantasia brought it and is a true proformer; however, I was overcharged for this event and did not get what I paid for. 1st there was an hour "intermission". 2nd the group SLIK, the "friends" part of this concert, NEVER SHOWED UP. Finally, I purchased meet & greet tickets for $120 bucks and Fantasia did not honor that. Granted there were issues, since Slik did not show; however, as a devoted fan I strongly feel Fantaisa should have honored that commitment because she was there. Moreover, the people who oversaw the event did not relay information to us honestly but let us meet & greet ticket holders sit around for 45 mins after the show while they supposedly checked on the meet & greet status, which was originally scheduled during the HOUR intermission. Unfortunately, we discovered Fantasia had left immediately after the show. SO NO MEET AND GREET!! Thus, this concert was a regretful experience and I doubt I can support any more live Fantaisa events as a result because of the high risk of a unpleasant and wasted experience. Not to mention this event was in Dallas and my friend traveled from Nashville,TN so we could share this experience which turned out to be terrible...

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    What-a-Mess

    by YoYo4218 on 9/23/12Music Hall At Fair Park - Dallas

    I try to find the good in just about everything, but this show was horrific. The MC was wearing improper attire for the stage. She told jokes using acronyms that the audience did not get. We had an hour and a half intermission, after which Fantasia came out and told us, she was not getting paid. She sang, partially 4 of her own songs, 3 of other artists and then went home. Couldn't tell if the tears she cried where from not getting paid or past hurts. We should all be given a refund. By far the worst show I have ever attended. Going to see Bryan McNight in a few weeks. Hope his show redeems this one.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome!!

    by Majocaan on 9/7/12Venue was great with the breeze coming from the water. - Portsmouth

    Its been a long time since i've been to a concert and the artist had me on my feet the whole performace. I had a wonderful time.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    The best part was DruHill and not the Headliner

    by SMHTwice on 9/6/12Wolf Creek Ampitheater - College Park - (Atlanta)

    Where would I begin? Let's start with the $26 would have been better spent on a cheap dinner. The venue was Wolf Creek Ampitheater in College Park, GA. The outside seating would have been acceptable if we hadn't been sitting for 1 1/2 hours with no announcement as to why the concert hadn't begun. Start time - 6PM. Started 7:45PM and that was with local talent. Dru Hill was phenomenal and many concert viewers wished they were the headlining act. Fantasia didn't arive until almost 10 PM. It was almost 11PM when she stepped on stage and half of the venue had cleared. She didn't even apologize for the beyond late arrival. Joe apologized and explained it was due to him not getting paid first. So, the venue can take the blame on this partly but nevertheless, she didn't arrive anywhere near the appointed time. And we had to wait 30 min after Joe's performance for her. Really? So her voice wasn't what I wanted to hear. She may be a phenomenal singer but respect for the concert goers isn't on her list of priorities. The saying - you can take the girl out of the woods but can't take the woods out of the girl and backwards is what she is. I will never attend another concert with her in it nor will I ever attend another event at this ampitheater. I see why Wolf Creek doesn't get the acts, which the host comedian complained about. Just sloppy and messy. Very poor execution.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantasia was Incredible

    by Shaibj on 6/18/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    The best show yet for 2012. No special effects, just singing and more singing. Love it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic Fantasia concert

    by Fats1966 on 6/15/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    Fantasia proformance was great. She cut up and I will see her again, again, and again. The best concert I attended this year. Hat offs to Fantasia!!!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Fantasia and Joe perfect duo!

    by MissFree on 6/15/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    I really enjoyed the show this was my first concert at the Pavillion but it will not be my last.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantasia

    by bayou34 on 6/14/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    Absolutely amazing performance by Fantasia!!! She gave her All!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantsaia

    by Redskngrl on 6/14/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    There are many talented artist out there but I must say today that when Fantasia takes the stage and performs it's like magic. I cried and cheered and danced throughout the entire show she is amazing.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantasia was awesome

    by Smokey819 on 6/14/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    Excellent show. Fantasia blew us away And the addition of Shirley Murdock made it even Better. The show was priced at a very reasonable price. We really enjoyed it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great performers, unforgettable!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    by Mystique20 on 6/13/12nTelos Wireless Pavilion - Portsmouth

    I enjoyed the show and seeing both artist: Joe and Fantasia perform.