American Idol Season 7 UPCLOSE: Alaina Whitaker

* Age: 16
* Hometown: Tulsa, OK
* Favorite Quote: "The desire for success should be greater than the fear of failure."
* Audition City: Dallas
* Musical Influences: Martina McBride, Faith Hill, Patsy Cline, Christina Aguilera, Celine Dion

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