Adam Lambert Blames Reaction from AMA Performance on His Sexual Orientation

Adam Lambert's performance at the American Music Awards is still a topic of much conversation, with many wondering if the flamboyant singer went too far with a spontaneous male-on-male lip-lock, provocative choreography, and a graphic sequence imitating oral sex. Lambert's controversial performance of his single, "For Your Entertainment" is reminiscent of Madonna and Britney Spears, whose 2003 kiss left Americans with their jaws hanging open. Lambert, however, is arguing that the real problem might not have been the content itself, but the fact that he is a gay male. Is this argument indeed founded? Is Lambert fair in accusing critics of discrimination?

For as long as entertainment has existed, women have relied on revealing outfits, enticing dance moves, and sexual themes to gather--and keep--an audience. There doesn't seem to be much debate when an attractive woman incorporates sexual themes into her show. A male attempting to do this same thing, however, is met with outrage and vulgar accusations.

Was Lambert's shocking AMA performance received with such negative feedback because he was a male? Or could it be said that this negative reaction was due to the fact that Lambert was homosexual? Regarding his provocative television appearance, Lambert stated that "We've seen female pop and rock performers do that for the last 10 years. They've been very provocative, owning their power and sexuality. You just don't see men doing it very often. And I'm hoping to break down that double standard with this number."

Adam Lambert has refused to apologize for his shameless antics at the American Music Awards, stating that it is his job to perform and not to babysit. While many consider what they saw at the 2009 AMAs to be vulgar and inappropriate, Lambert still holds to his views that America has a double standard that must be overcome. In the meantime, his steamy rendition of "For Your Entertainment" continues to remain a topic of conversation. Whether people applaud or criticize the events that have painted Lambert as someone who isn't afraid to push the envelope, the fact remains that this twenty-seven-year-old singer won't be calling it quits anytime soon.

Sources:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JV3aeQkSXGE