Carlisle asked to replace Abdul on 'Idol'

Paula Abdul

Belinda Carlisle has revealed that she was asked to become a judge on American Idol two years ago.

The singer claims she was invited by the show's producers to replace Paula Abdul, adding to the current speculation that Abdul's time on Idol is limited. Despite the offer, Carlisle was not keen to join the show, citing her personal opinions about the format as the reason.

"As far as American Idol goes, I was actually approached a couple of years ago about possibly replacing Paula Abdul," she said. "To be perfectly honest, it's just not my thing. I'd rather listen to music that comes from a more organic place. But you know, I just ... don't know if I would or not."