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Oman Lunan

Updated Wed. Jun. 18 2008 11:39 AM ET

From auditioning for the Toronto production of The Lion King Musical, to capturing a JUNO Award nomination with his group The Show (formerly known as Unique), the experiences that have led Omar Lunan to the Canadian Idol Top 24 have been unique.

Bringing his versatility to the competition on a weekly basis will give Omar an edge over the rest of the Top 24. "I can sing almost any style of music and I am not afraid to challenge myself. I am going to try songs that I don't normally sing, and do them justice!"

For Omar, it has taken a great deal of focus to be successful musically, especially as he prepares for this season of Canadian Idol, "It will take a lot of SMART work, not hard work. Music is a part of me, I just have to show everyone else that."

Omar draws a great deal of inspiration from major Urban music moguls and has respect for the careers of artists like Usher. He thinks there is a lot to learn from the example they set. "I'd want to be able to meet Jay-Z and ask about his life's journey, from his beginning stages to the pinnacle of his success."

Omar is also dedicated to his family, and gets a great deal of inspiration from them. "My parents taught me that you just have to create opportunities for yourself." A father himself, above and beyond his music, Omar's son is the greatest pride of his life.

At home in Scarborough, Omar works as a registered massage therapist, his passion in life outside of music. "Aside from music, I have always loved sciences, anatomy in particular. There is nothing more rewarding about being a massage therapist than getting to do something I'm excited about every day while being entrepreneur at the same time!"