Jason Castro - Israel Kamakawiwo’ole

Jason Castro played the ukulele and sang the "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" during American Idol. It was fantastic hit from Jason and every one is asking who was the original singer?

It was Israel Kamakawiwo’ole. Israel Kamakawiwo’ole was an Hawaiian musician. Truely a wonderfull musician in his own league. He remains one of the major influences in Hawaiian music over the last two decade.







Enjoy the Jason Castro version of Some where,





Israel Kamakawiwo'ole - Somewhere Over The Rainbow



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Jason Castro with a ukulele - American Idol

In these few weeks of American Idol every performance counts. In a way of truly inspirational performance, Jason Castro step out with a ukulele to aid in his performance of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow". Ukulele is a small Hawaiian musical instrument.

Comments for Jason Castro - Some where Over the Rainbow

Jason Castro truly inspired. He showed what a person can do when they are sinking fast among great singers. He reinvented himself, and it worked out perfectly.

Jason Castro may have really made a move up with "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," as performed by Israel "Iz" Ka'ano'i Kamakawiwo'ole. It was a perfect song choice for him and made him really stand out. The performance was spot on and fantastic.

For Castro, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" could end up being the song he's most remembered for

Somewhere Over the Rainbow" was one of the more memorable performances on "American Idol"

Jason Castro back in action

Song was originally sang by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole (Bruddah Iz) was passed away more than a decade ago. Jason Castro gave lighten to a great song and make sure that he gave the proper respect for a great singer.

Great performance from Jason Castro, it was truly a great song. Jason Castro is now in a Rainbow.

Jason Castro - Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Lyrics - Video

American Idol night belong to Jason Castro. The great Jason Rene Castro pull it out in big time. Fans go mad with this perfect song from Jason Castro. It was a cool song, excellently choice and great performance from Jason Castro.

Jason Castro - Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Lyrics

Somewhere over the rainbow
Way up high
There's a land that I heard of
Once in a lullaby

Somewhere over the rainbow
Skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true

Some day I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where troubles melt like lemondrops
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me

Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
Some day I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where troubles melt like lemondrops
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me

Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?

If happy little bluebirds fly
Beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?

Jason Castro - Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Video

Jason Castro performs “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole on American Idol Top 8



Jason Castro - "Somewhere Over The Rainbow"

American Idol judges have full of praised for the Jason Castro.

Randy : I tell you what, I tell you what dude, Jason Castro is back in hunt, that was the hottest tonight,

Paula : You have the most definite sound and guitar. It was perfect song, I love that version of song, you did a great Job.

Simon : Fantastic.

Yes Jason, it was truly, madly, deeply - Fantastic. Jason Rene Castro is back in action.

Jason Castro make or break

This is going to be a make or break week for Jason Castro. There are lot of people who think he has talent and it is question of whether he will walk the distance. No doubt, Jason Castro has the talent and will to survive. What he needs this weekend is to go aganest the odds,


Already betting community has their predictions,

David Archuleta 5/4
Michael Johns 8/1
Carly Smithson 17/2
Brooke White 25/1
Jason Castro 30/1
Kristy Lee Cook 125/1
David Cook 3/2
Syesha Mercado 30/1

Jason Castro aganest all odds

Some people thinks Jason Castro is very one dimensional in his music choices and seems to do the same routine on stage every single week. This is the week Jason Castro has to come out and show the world that he is truly a fantastic singer and he has will and energy to fight back.A make-or-break week for the Dreadlocked One. It’ll take something as powerful as “Hallelujah” to keep him out of rough water.

During this Series of American Idol Season, every week after week, Jason Castro prove that he is one of a guy who can take on the world. He is so cute, darling of the laddies and favorite of the music lovers. Jason Castro have prove that he is ready to take on American Idol. Good luck Jason Castro keep up the Good work - "Jason Castro Fans"

Jason Castro Songs

Jason Castro sangs one of the most memoriable songs in American Idol Season 7. They included the "Hallelujah" which was Jason Rene Castro's most famous song so far in American Idol. Sone hit Itunes and was a instant hit. Fans love this sone and this song remmeber us the great time Jason Castro have in American Idol.

"Jason Rene Castro" currently lives in Rockwall, TX, but was born in Dallas and raised in Rowlett, TX. Castro grew up playing drums and played in a band called Keeping Lions. Before auditioning for AMERICAN IDOL, Castro was majoring in Construction Science at Texas A&M University.



"Jason Castro Songs" Enjoy the Jason Castro Songs from Blog Dedicated to Jason Rene Castro

Top 9 "Travelin' Thru" - Jason Castro - Dolly Parton
Top 10 "Fragile" - Jason Castro - Sting
Top 11 "Michelle" - Jason Castro - The Beatles
Top 12 "If I Fell" - Jason Castro - The Beatles
Top 16 "Hallelujah" - Jason Castro - Leonard Cohen
Top 20 "I Just Want to Be Your Everything" - Jason Castro - Andy Gibb
Top 24 "Daydream" - Jason Castro - The Lovin' Spoonful

Enjoy these "Jason Castro Songs" , Vote for him. Make Jason Castro American Idol. Feel the beat with Jason Castro songs.

Jason Rene Castro

Jason Rene Castro

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Jason Castro News

* What was the first concert you attended?

I saw Rufios and Senses Fail at The Door in Dallas when I was 15.

* Where do you draw inspiration from?

Love, life, dreams.

* When were you happiest and why?

Up to now in my life, the happiest time was when I was the drummer in a band called "Keeping Lions". There, I learned more about life and music and grew in so many ways and had four best friends.

* What advice do you have for future contestants?

Be something unique and undeniable.

* What do you think gives you the edge in this competiion?

I first thought that my life of singing experience as a downfall for me and now I believe that teaching myself to sing in the last few years has given me an authentic voice that is a perfect extension to everything I am. I am real and that's all I have to offer.

Jason Rene Castro Moments

Jason Castro - Traveling Through - Critics

Jason Castro - Traveling Through

Jason Castro sang Traveling Through and critics were some what diffirent,

Randy - It was pretty good

Paula - To me, this was one of your strongest performances.

Simon - This is the point where I lose my season pass to Dollywood, because I didn't like that at all.

Judges comments Jason Castro American Idol Season 7 Top 8



Americain Idol 7 Jason Castro- Traveling Through Top 8

Jason Castro - American Idol - Final 8

Jason Castro from Rockwall, TX is now in American Idol Final 8. To be in the final eight is a great effort from the Jason Castro. The guy who plays the guitar and the cutest guy in the town.

Jason Castro - Traveling Through

His last song was a hit. His fans start going crazy with this song.

Jason Castro - American Idol - Final 8

Jason Castro - Traveling Through - Video - Lyrics

Jason Castro - Traveling Through - American Idol Top 9

Hey Lord, take a look on around tonight
And find out where my baby's gonna be
Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
For he is far away from me
Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
Make sure that he's gonna be alright
Things gonna be alright with me

Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
And make sure all his dreams are sweet
Send down that ya got him on the road
But you'll make it softer for his feet
Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
Make sure that he's gonna be alright
'Til he's home and here with me

Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
For he is sleeping under the sky
Hey Lord, make sure the ground he's sleepin' on
Is always warm and dry
Ooo, don't give him too much pain
And keep him away from planes
Cause my baby hates to fly

Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
For it gets rough along the way
And if it all sounds strange
Just because I don't know how to pray
Ooo, won't you give him peace of mind
And if you ever find the time
Tell him I miss him everyday

Hey Lord, take a look on around tonight
And find out where he's gonna be
Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
For he is far away from me
Hey Lord, would ya look out for him tonight
Make sure that he's gonna be alright
'Til he's home and here with me
Here with me

Good luck Jason Castro!!

Jason Castro - escapes elimination - American Idol

Jason Castro escapes another elimination and makes it into the Top 9 on American Idol. After a less than mediocre performance Tuesday night.

Jason Castro was quated that he had a bad feeling, a day after Simon Cowell lectured him about taking the competition more seriously while Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul were less than enthusiastic about Jason's rendition of "Fragile."

Jason Castro, question and answers from American Idol

* What was the first concert you attended?

I saw Rufios and Senses Fail at The Door in Dallas when I was 15.

* Where do you draw inspiration from?

Love, life, dreams.

* When were you happiest and why?

Up to now in my life, the happiest time was when I was the drummer in a band called "Keeping Lions". There, I learned more about life and music and grew in so many ways and had four best friends.

* What advice do you have for future contestants?

Be something unique and undeniable.

* What do you think gives you the edge in this competiion?

I first thought that my life of singing experience as a downfall for me and now I believe that teaching myself to sing in the last few years has given me an authentic voice that is a perfect extension to everything I am. I am real and that's all I have to offer.