David James Archuleta (born December 28, 1990) is an American singer-songwriter and actor. At ten years old, he won the children's division of the Utah Talent Competition leading to other television singing appearances.[6] When he was twelve years old, Archuleta became the Junior Vocal Champion on Star Search 2.[6] In 2007, at sixteen years old, he became one of the youngest contestants on the seventh season of American Idol.[7] In May 2008 he finished as the runner-up, receiving 44 percent of over 97 million votes.
Ten years ago, I released my first single “Crush” and from that day on it changed my life forever. I can’t believe how fast a decade flies by! I do know one thing… and it’s that this memory ain’t goin’ away-ay-ay-ay-ayyyy. Hope y’all enjoy this stripped down version of it from my piano.
davidarchie As the week ends, I want to wrap up the #10YearsofCrush celebration with a giveaway! Whether you’ve been with me from the beginning in 2008 or joined the journey in 2018, I’ll be randomly selecting one of you who share your favorite memory by commenting below! You’ll win an autographed copy of my debut album that features “Crush” as well as my most recent album #PostcardsInTheSky… just in case you haven’t heard my new music! 😉 You’ll also get an 8×10 poster and necklace. I’ll be announcing the winner on Monday! And thank you again for the past 10 years! It’s been one amazing ride and I can’t wait for what the future holds.
As we continue to celebrate #10YearsofCrush, I’m going to be sharing some fun facts about the song! From premiering it on the Elvis Duran Show on Z100 to finding out who co-wrote it, watch the video as I share more about “Crush”. What fact are you most surprised by? Let me know in the comments below!
10 Years of “Crush”
Ten years ago, I released my first single “Crush” and from that day on it changed my life forever. I can’t believe how fast a decade flies by! I do know one thing… and it’s that this memory ain’t goin’ away-ay-ay-ay-ayyyy.
All week long I’m going to be doing some fun things to celebrate the memory so be sure to pay attention to my socials! Feel free to join in on the fun by posting your favorite “Crush” memories, photos, videos, or anything else that you may want to share using the hashtag #10YearsofCrush!
#10YearsofCrush Q&A
Let’s continue the celebration! I’ll be answering questions you may have about “Crush”, its history, and anything else you wanna know. It will start in 15 minutes! Tweet your questions now with the hashtag #10YearsofCrush and follow along at twitter.com/davidarchie.
David Archuleta is treating us to some lovely instastory singing. He mentions that there isn’t so much pressure singing for us this way, I’ll take that voice anyway he wishes lol.
And it sounds like his Christmas Album is coming along. I can’t wait!
I’m sending him requests via the instastory so hopefully he’ll do this weekly 🙂
In the roughly ten years that I have been a fan of this young man, David Archuleta, he has come a long way, in terms of talent and stage presence, speaking to the public at large, sharing personal stories, overcoming shyness, and embracing confidence issues, as he calls them. He has grown up! He has already learned how to ward off rude questions posed by interviewers.
However, as a parent, there were many times (in an alternate universe) when I wished I could have helped him in his journey, when I could have told him that it’s okay when he makes a mistake during a performance, that he is so past having to explain any blunder and that it happens to everyone.
I wish I could encourage him to use his genius as a musician to give him the strength he needs to overcome his shyness. And that we, his fans adore him, flaws and all.
I wish I could tell him that he owns every stage he performs on and not to be alarmed when he sees thousands of us in the audience, waiting for him to sing. When you’re that talented and charismatic, the audience just wants to be part of your universe.
Thank you all for an amazing year 2017! David has been more than I ever imagined, a slow start but then full speed ahead! And 2018 looks to be more amazing the 2017! Hang on y’all!
David Archuleta has been a busy busy guy this last month. From concerts in Peru and Canada and things in between, so hard to keep up! Make sure you’re following David on instagram his instagram stories are epic! Who would have thought we’d find ourselves in the midst of all this a few years back!!! David seems to have come to terms with all his selves and they’re melding nicely 🙂
It looks like David will be taking some time for himself but come February through April he’ll be back on the road. Here is the list of concerts and links to purchase tickets as of now. Will be updating as new information becomes available. I’ve purchased tickets for Arizona and hoping for a performance anywhere in Southern California.
I’m posting highlights of this David storm and looking forward for what’s to come.
As we know David went viral (over 10 mil views so far & growing) #SingAllThePartsChallenge of Crush. Now he’s done a cameo in someone’s else’s #SingAllThePartsChallenge!
Our friend JR from the Phils puts everything David related on youtube, sooooo appreciated. Check out her youtube channel videos and playlists > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF2jN0kP0Q4aFcXSsmHYh2Q/videos?disable_polymer=1
David participated in a Face to Face type chat in Peru. I learned that both of his parents were against him going away on his mission. Found that interesting. David follows his heart and I for one am sooo glad that he does 🙂
David Archuleta is such a unique human being. He continues to keep me on the edge of my seat and his music continues to be balm for my soul. I can’t imagine not being his fan.
David Archuleta just posted an official lyric video for Invincible!
A message from David on instagram.
davidarchie Hey guys! A lyric video for “Invincible” is out now with the release of the new album next week. As the song has a lot of personal meaning for me, I wanted to convey that a little more visually with all of you. Check out the video link in the bio now! I hope you enjoy it! “Postcards in the Sky” out Oct 20! #invincible#postcardsinthesky#lyricvideo
I’ve posted the video details and lyrics below video! View! View! View!
Published on Oct 14, 2017
INVINCIBLE ~ From the album ‘Postcards In The Sky’
Invincible Lyrics
I started a war Sent out the battle cry And I’ve been here before Fighting me, myself and I When I try to prove that I’m never gonna lose I push too hard I push too far Try to be brave ‘til it’s more that I can take So many times ‘Til I realize
Take a breath Look at how you’re trying to think it to death When you’re in the crossfire don’t forget That you don’t have to be invincible Take a step Even if you fall it ain’t over yet If you’re in the crossfire don’t forget That you don’t have to be invincible Ooh, Ooh
I counted to ten Stepped back so I could see How bad it can get When I’m the enemy
I put my weapons down Until I found a better way, a better way I’ll never change if I’m too afraid to break Got to let it go, let the whole world know to
Chorus
Bridge: You’ll never know Never know how strong you are ‘Til you’re strong enough to let your armor fall
David Archuleta, Archie Songs (ASCAP)/Stephanie Mabey, Wake Up Dreaming Music (BMI)/Taylor S. Hartley (BMI) Produced and Engineered by: Cason Cooley Drums and Bass Engineered by: Buckley Miller Mixed by: Sean Moffitt Studio: Blackbird Studio & Casonic Lodge Drums: Evan Hutchings, Bass: Matt Pierson, Programming, Keys: Cason Cooley, Electric and Acoustic Guitars: Nathan Dugger, BGV’s: Ella and Sadie Osenga
Thank you Kristin for sharing your gift of writing with us.
How many times in life have we struggled to achieve a dream that seems unattainable? How many people told you to give up the dream placed on your heart or forget a goal that you know will change or better your life?
Since I was a teenager, one of my biggest dreams was to see and meet my favorite musician and role model, David Archuleta. I have had my share of people tell me to face the reality of ever meeting him. I’ve been told to give up, get over it and not get hopes up. No matter what dreams we have, the naysayers will come knocking with their comments, personal opinions and “helpful” commentary. Some still don’t realize how much words can hurt as much as actions.
With my dream about Archuleta, I almost gave up last year. A Christmas tour that didn’t have concerts near me…did me in. I was left devastated, heartbroken, angry and beyond tired of the waiting. With having other things going on in my life at the time, that made the blow even harder to swallow. I had to stop talking to some fans because I couldn’t deal with their excitement, leaving fansites I used to go on and ignored videos shared on YouTube and social media. It felt easier to distance myself so I wouldn’t lash out at other people. I was really losing my faith and asking God why I had to wait longer for something I wanted so badly, feeling yet again that my dream was stupid and that I should have given up a long time ago. The words of the past haunted my mind and distracted me from what my heart was trying to say: don’t quit. There was still a part of me that dared to hope, a stubbornness that said not to quit just yet. Many of us have been told, or heard, about how people give up just when their dream would finally come to pass.
I just wanted to quit, accepting that maybe it will never happen until I was older and living closer to where he would have a concert. At times, we have to put dreams on hold until we’re better off financially, someone encourages us to just do it and stop letting life pass by or our focus is for other people in our lives than our own.
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Earlier, I mentioned how words can hurt people. But I think we forget how words can also heal and help, especially when you least expect it. A joke to a friend over email one night In December 2016 created an opportunity that left me crying in bed the following morning and one step closer to that impossible dream finally becoming reality. Yet, the following months were still laced with bitterness, brokenness and hopelessness. I was so focused on what I didn’t have that I forgot what I did have. When you wait so long…you feel really defeated, other times broken and a shadow of your former self and still feel the temptation to walk away and accept things as they are.
This past weekend in Worcester, MA, the dream came true. Sitting front row with some amazing fans and surrounded by 1,000 people, we waited in anticipation for what the many speakers, besides Archuleta, would share with all of us……and there he was. The moment David Archuleta came out at the beginning of the conference to sing “Glorious”…things got real for me. After seven long years…I was watching this remarkable, God-fearing man perform his heart out and inspire everyone present with his words before my own eyes. There was some laughter, plenty of smiles and moments where I was close to tears. During each break, I would be left speechless at everything: not just David but everyone else who spoke and shared their stories with all of us. Brad Wilcox talking about grace and reading to his grandson, Alissa Parker’s brave story about her late daughter, Emilie, who died at Sandy Hook in 2012 and many, many more.
In case you were wondering “So, did she get to meet him?”
Yes, I did. My lips are sealed at this point though! But, I can say this: he was worth the long wait…and boy does he know how to surprise people. David, if you happen to be reading this I think you know what I’m referring to.
I want people who read this to know your dreams are never impossible or unattainable. Sometimes they just take a little more time than other goals we want to achieve. They require holding on to hope when you feel you just can’t anymore, having faith and trust in whatever higher power you believe in and A TON of patience. If there’s anything David has taught his fans over the years, it’s patience.
Thank you for listening and reading, and don’t give up on those dreams just yet.
David Archuleta at The Soiled Dove in Denver tonight! Interesting looking venue, has GA and seating options! It’s venue is under the restaurant. Thanks Shelley for the view of entrance!
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Reliving the Troubadour!
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Keeping David’s tour schedule here for easy access:
davidarchie What a great show we had in Layton! Thanks for coming out my fellow Utahans! With it being the night before Father’s Day it was particularly special to have these 2 men at the show: my dad and my grandpa. These 2 men have certainly shaped me and have been mentors to me throughout my life. Happy Father’s Day Dad and Grandpa! And Happy Father’s Day to all you fathers out there! #layton#Utah#fathersday#father#dad#grandpa#tour
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Watch this video interview from KPVI News, Pocatello!
Are you ready for tonight? David performs with guest Nathan Pacheco at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre in Pocatello, ID. It’s the largest Amphitheatre in Idaho with seating up to 11,000, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains and lake.
To those going, have safe travels and loads of fun!
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POCATELLO — Pop star David Archuleta will perform at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre on Friday night.
The gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets for Friday’s performance can be purchased at smithstix.com.
Archuleta found his fame at age 16 when he was the runner-up on the seventh season of “American Idol.
Archuleta didn’t always have plans to become a music artist. Throughout his childhood, he wanted to be zookeeper, a dentist and even a social worker. Even though he kept changing his mind, he always knew that he wanted to connect to people in some way.
Obviously, Archuleta didn’t become a zookeeper or a social worker, but he was able to find a special way of interacting with others.
“Music is way to connect with people,” Archuleta said. “I’ve always wanted to connect with people, to tell stories and hear peoples stories, and I get to do that through writing songs.”
Last month, Archuleta released his latest EP, Orion. The Orion EP has four new songs that were inspired by events in his life that left an impression on him.
“This new music is basically written from my journey of the last several years of my life,” Archuleta said. “From becoming an artist and performing on ‘American Idol’ to touring and making albums to then doing a complete 180 turn by going to South America to be a missionary, I have this new perspective on life and I’ve written about it.”
Archuleta plans to release one more EP before he releases a full album later this year. By releasing two EPs, he is able to get a feel for how his fans will react to his new music.
“I want my fans to like the music, but I also want to see how they feel about the story and message,” Archuleta said. “I am trying to get a feel of how people will respond and react.”
When Archuleta isn’t touring and writing music, he admits to sometimes wasting too much time watching videos on YouTube like Studio C. He also loves to find new restaurants on Yelp and try them out with friends and family.
Since his run on “Idol,” Archuleta has released seven of his own albums including an appearance as a guest star on The Mormon Tabernacle Choir’s holiday album, “David Archuleta — Glad Christmas Tidings.”
“I seriously love food,” Archuleta said.
Archuleta is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and likes to show his fans all facets of his life from spiritual moments he has throughout the day to which new restaurant he recently tried out.
“My religion helps shape how I live my life and it helps give me so much fulfillment and happiness so I had to learn how to be open about all aspects of my life,” Archuleta said.
At his performance, Archuleta will perform a number of his older songs that fans will know along with some of his newer music. He will also throw in a few cover songs from famous artists throughout the last few decades.
“I want people to feel good when they listen to my music,” Archuleta said. “But I also want them to feel like they can connect to something deeper, like a deeper version of themselves and a deeper part of life. That’s really the purpose of this new music being released.”
David Archuleta is coming back to Idaho for a concert, featuring Nathan Pacheco.
They will be performing in Pocatello at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre on Friday, June 16 at 8 p.m.
On Wednesday, two days before the concert in Pocatello, he was enjoying his day off by traveling and resting at truck stops. For weeks, he said he has been practicing his songs on a daily basis with very few breaks.
Archuleta’s newest EP, Orion, was released on May 19, according to davidarchuleta.com. He said he plans to perform some well-known songs from his previous projects and old albums, songs from his new EP and a new song which has not been released yet.
“The song I’ll be singing that I haven’t released yet is a preview of what is yet to be released,” Archuleta said.
He said he is releasing his next EP within a month or so, then he is releasing an album later this year.
Archuleta said he wants to come closer to God through his tour, so he likes to start every concert and writing session with a prayer.
“I remember one time a (songwriter said) that with the twenty years (he’s) been in the business, (he’s) never started a writing session with a prayer,” Archuleta said. “He said that was special.”
He then asked the writer if he wanted to say a prayer to end the session. He said the writer said he did not think he knew how to pray. Archuleta said he told him to say what was in his heart.
“He bowed his head, and he just started talking to God and thanking Him,” Archuleta said. “Afterwards, he was like, ‘I have goosebumps.’”
One of Archuleta’s greatest motivations for creating his new music has been the experiences he has had over the past seven years of his life.
Archuleta said, “After coming back from my mission in Chile, I had such a new perspective on everything.”
Orion, in specific, is a showcase of the perspective he has gained over the years.
He said these new songs are full of things he wants people to know. He has hopes that his songs will inspire people to stay strong because there have been times when he has felt not good enough or not known how to move forward.
Archuleta said he thinks those at BYU-Idaho may feel like they are not good enough and that his songs from Orion will help students to remember their worth. Sometimes students feel pressured to be perfect and that they cannot show any weakness because Christ said to be perfect.
“Christ said to be whole, to be complete,” Archuleta said. “He didn’t say that you can’t be flawed.”
Archuleta said he is coming to Pocatello because he has been there before and enjoyed connecting with audience members of the southeastern Idaho region.
“I want people to leave feeling better and lighter—feeling better about themselves and feeling motivated to keep moving forward in life,” Archuleta said.
Archuleta’s first single “Crush,” debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart the week the singe released. Archuleta’s first album, “David Archuleta,” went gold, and sold more than 750,000 copies in the U.S. and more than 900,000 copies worldwide.
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