Clay Aiken is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality who gained fame as a runner-up on the second season of American Idol in 2003. His powerful voice and unique style quickly garnered a large fan base, leading to the release of his debut album, Measure of a Man, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. In addition to his music career, Aiken has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, particularly in support of children and education. He has served as a board member for the National Inclusion Project, an organization he co-founded to promote inclusion for children with disabilities.