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From Clay Aiken's mouth to your ears

By Gary Dinges | Monday, April 28, 2008, 08:27 AM

Picture this: Clay Aiken, in his jammies, getting a haircut and chatting with little ol' us on the phone from his Raleigh, N.C., home.

Try not to be too jealous, Claymates.

In our brief conversation we learned more about "On My Way Here," his upcoming CD - and a variety of other things.

"It's the first time we've done new stuff in five years, so I'm excited," Clay told us. "It's stuff that's mine."

The album's not out until May 6, but you can hear the title track, in its entirety, right now on Amazon.com. And, if you're so inclined, you can scoop it up for half price. Not bad at all.

This CD clearly comes straight from Clay's heart. Each song has a deeply personal meaning for him, but he's quick to point out they'll likely mean something entirely different to his many fans out there. And that's perfectly fine.

Take "The Real Me," for instance.

"Sometimes I feel like people know who I am because of what they see on TV or what they've heard or what they've read or this, that and the other … and it's not really who I am," he told us.

See, Clay's a complex guy.

Anyway, many of you were eager to find out if there will be a tour to accompany the CD's release. Well, we've got some good - and bad - news. You'll get your tour … but it won't be any time soon. Following the CD's debut, and the obligatory media tour, he's looking forward to taking a breather.

"It'll be the first time I've had some time off - two days in a row off - since October, I think," Clay said.

He's anxious to chill this summer at his Raleigh home, but he's "sure we'll tour eventually."

So there.

And what about starring in a movie or TV series someday?

"We try to stay open to every single thing, every opportunity that comes along," he said.

But …

"I'm not seeking out a movie, no"

There you have it, Claymates. We didn't get to ask every question you lobbed our way, but we darn sure tried. Hear the entire interview - all 10 or so minutes - by clicking here.

Then let us know what you think. We'll be waiting.