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By Bill Lamb, About.com Guide to Top 40 / Pop since 2005

American Idols on the Charts: A Complete Record

Friday July 14, 2006

When you think of past American Idol contestants who have reached the charts, the obvious artists who come to mind might include Kelly Clarkson, Clay Aiken, and Carrie Underwood. However, did you know that 18 past American Idol contestants have placed songs on national music charts? In just 5 years American Idol has had a big impact on popular music in the U.S. and the ripples keep spreading. If you've lost track of the music making the charts from all of those idols, then check out the complete record of American Idols on the Charts.

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