Hi I'm planning to enter american idol next year was wanting to this year but chickened out?

Try some that made it Big in the late 50's-60's and pray about it. If you are good enough you may try & if not a winner the exposure may be seen by important people who like you and you may get a second chance break.My kid brother(now grown) made it to Nashville's Grand Ole Oprey & has made some recordings for country Gospel. you never know until you try,and even if not a big winner the experience will be rewarding for you.