We are so excited to see Keith Urban join American Idol as a judge for this upcoming season. Recently, Keith said that he joined the show because it shows that the American Dream is an idea that brings hope to people around the world.

"’American Idol’ really personifies the American Dream," Urban said (via GAC). He added that, "It is what brought me all the way to America. It completely provides that fro someone who's come from nothing. They just have raw talent and a hunger and a desire to become a real artist and the show completely gives them that chance."

Idol will begin its 12th season January 16th on Fox.