Adam Lambert Talks Kiss Controversy on 'Early Show'

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Clad in black from head-to-toe with shiny boots, a high collar jacket, fingerless gloves and his hair swept up, Adam Lambert rocked the "Early Show" on CBS -- after ABC canceled his "Good Morning America" appearance because of his racy American Music Awards performance.

Touching on the controversy, Adam said he didn't mean to offend and yet also finds the backlash a double-standard. "If it had been a female pop performer, there wouldn't be nearly as much of an outrage," he noted. "I had no idea the performance would ignite this firestorm."

However, he added that he could understand why some were upset. "I admit I did get carried away," he said. "I see how people got offended ... In the future, I will make an effort to stay consistent during rehearsal."

But he added: "It's up to the parent to watch the television, maybe TIVO it and watch it before your kids ... I'm not a babysitter, I’m a performer."

Moments later, he performed a very straight-forward version of his song "What Do You Want From Me." The singer stood at the mic stand in front of his band, some of whom he knew well before "American Idol." Playing up the diversity of his debut album, he went from the slower-paced balled to the upbeat rock anthem "Music Again." Then he dropped the mic and ran outside, signing autographs and hugging fans.

One day after its release, Adam's album, "For Your Entertainment," slid into the number four spot on the iTunes album charts -- overtaking the soundtrack to 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon.'

Published 11/25/09 by the Insider

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  • You people are funny. Just admit that you are using the fact that children might see Adam's show and that's a terrible thing. It's the adults that were embarrassed. Look around you. Don't make excuses like ADAM is so bad. Most people are squares. This is life you don't like it no one is forcing you to watch. Shame on ABC I guess it's O.K. for Chris Brown to lose it and try to kill his girlfriend. What kind of a message is that. You are so right Adam they just don't get it. The joke is on them.
    Anonymous 11/28/09 Reply
  • I think we need more people like Adam. He brought me back to the days of glam. Those were the best times of my life. Thank you. Don't ever give. We won't let YOU down.
    Anonymous 11/28/09 Reply
  • The CD is great! So many songs that could easily be hits. This kid can really sing!
    Anonymous 11/28/09 Reply
  • DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Anonymous 11/27/09 Reply
  • Hi I am in my late 40's married with children...female..I say live and let live ...you see female kissing all the time ..Madonna.. know one says a word..You have in daytime T.V gay story on As The World Turns..Its a differant world now..I don't care to see any of the same sex kissing but its not my busineess..Don't like look away..I still like his singing He is a very talented young man..and wish him all the best..
    World turns..they kiss and hold hands..Its a differant world now
    Anonymous 11/27/09 Reply
  • I dont see a kiss as being vulgar but simulating oral sex crosses the line to lewd and lascivious when not confined to the bedroom or going to a movie clearly rated R-X stating graffic content.
    catbme 11/26/09 Reply
  • It does not matter that he says he is not a babysitter, he is responsible for his actions.
    It was an awful thing to be shown on national tv.
    JaniceS12 11/26/09 Reply
  • The story right above this is about Roman Polanski raping a 13 yr old girl after drugging her and people feel sorry for the poor old man. Adam kissed a man. How's that for modern standards?! It was a kiss. Get over it. Rock on, Adam!
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
  • He is right. No one has cancelled Madonna because of her outlandish displays. The Man is a singer and a great one.
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
  • ya right he's not a babysitter. he's emo and gay.... behave yourself, you know that conterversary sells baby. but actually no one will respect you after this. you are so irresponsible (babysitter) you pig..i mean gay
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
  • it's very inappropriate and when he said he's only a performer not a babysitter, such an irresponsible remark from a public figure like him. i guess he should not be idolized by young kids. just be honest, you got carried away even if u knew it's not right but still did it anyway! such a disappointment, used to like you in A.I. not anymore. ;-(
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
  • YOU GO ADAM!
    KatieO2 11/26/09 Reply
  • I am all for gay rights. But that was not entertainment.. People keep trying to bring up the male/male kiss. But it was the simulated sex with both sexes that was inapropriate for a national audience. I was not comfortable with Lady Gaga's shocking hand routine on Jay as well. Just relie on your talent. Maybe he can just sing high notes. How are your cd sales Adam?
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
  • bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbeautiful boy
    branty18 11/26/09 Reply
  • i thing that anything that is same sex related should not be on public tv but i also think that the parent should be there to interveme if need be. But no that is not right after that he doesnt deserve to be on tv anymore. nor does brittney spears.
    Anonymous 11/26/09 Reply
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