Early life
Beckham was born in Nashville, Tennessee, but grew up in White House, Tennessee. He is an only child. He graduated from Lee University with a degree in history. Clark got most of his musical experience playing in church and on street corners. In a ''Christian Post'' interview Beckham noted that he originally wanted to audition for ''American Idol'' at 18 years old, when it came to Nashville, but said that it was not in line with God's will at the time.Career
''American Idol''
Beckham auditioned for ''American Idol'' singing "It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World" by James Brown. He was the first contestant at the first city, Nashville, Tennessee, to sing in front of the judges. He passed the audition by a split decision: approved by Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban, disapproved by Harry Connick Jr. During Hollywood week, he sang "Let's Get It On" and "Try a Little Tenderness". In the House of Blues showcase, he sang "Georgia on My Mind", earning his spot in the Top 24. When asked what one moment stands out for him, Beckham said the time Connick Jr. said, "I don't think you could have done that any better"—after Beckham's performance of Stevie Wonder's "Superstition (song), Superstition". "Harry's typically been tough on me," said Beckham. "He's like a coach trying to get the best out of me. And I really appreciate that."Performances on ''American Idol''
Post-''Idol''
Beckham has been using his post-Idol expertise in the creation of a YouTube video channel about ''American Idol''. In May 2021, he appeared on the Talent Recap show to discuss the American Idol (season 19), nineteenth season finale. Beckham will also appear in the upcoming film ''An Old Song.''Discography
Albums
* 2013: ''Clark Beckham'' (Extended play, EP) * 2014: ''Songs About Her'' (EP) * 2015: ''Champion'' * 2015: ''American Idol Season 14: Best of Clark Beckham'' *2018: Year One (EP) *2020: Light YearAccolades
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