Battle of the Teen Divas on American Idol?

With all of the compliments being thrown in the way of young contestants Lisa Tucker and Paris Bennett, American Idol 5 just may shape up to be a battle of the teen divas. Last night, the judges went as far as saying the older contestants could learn a thing or two from Lisa, 16, and Paris, 17. But who are these teen singers and why are they set to rock American Idol? Let's compare their backgrounds.

Who: Paris Bennett

Hometown: Fayetteville, Georgia

Age: 17

Started Singing: 4 Years Old

Advantages:

She was trained by grandmother Ann Nesby, who is the powerful singer from the 90's music group Sounds of Blackness.

She has plenty of experience performing on stage. She even opened for several music acts, including popular teen rapper Bow Wow.



Who: Lisa Tucker

Hometown: Anaheim, CA

Age: 16

Started Singing: Two Years Old

Advantages:

Has formal singing training.

Has impressive stage experience. Played the original "Young Nala" in Disney's Los Angeles production of "The Lion King."

Variety named her one of the "Top Ten Talents to Watch."