Rejected ‘American Idol’ contestant William Hung performed ‘Shake Your Bon Bon’ and ‘She Bangs’ by Ricky Martin, and ‘Rocket Man’ and ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight’ by Elton John on MSNBC’s ‘Countdown’ with Keith Olbermann. MSN has since removed the video.

After a surprise offer from Fuse Music Network and KOCH Records, William Hung has accepted a recording contract and video production deal with the two companies. Hung will release a full-length record, tentatively titled ‘The True Idol,’ on KOCH/FUSE Records on April 6th. The anticipated release will include Hung’s signature rendition of ‘She Bangs,’ as well as another Ricky Martin hit, ‘Shake Your Bon Bon’ and Elton John’s ‘Rocket Man’. The initial run of the CD will include an exclusive 40- minute DVD bonus featuring behind-the-scenes of Hung’s studio recording sessions, scenes from a “day in the life” with William and fan question and answer commentary.

The most famous ‘American Idol’ reject ever William Hung, famous for his version of Ricky Martin’s ‘She Bangs’, was on the Steve and DC show. Hung says he’s reviewing the $25,000 offer by Fuse, and says the attention has been overwhelming at times. Hung admits he was surprised by his ‘She Bangs’ dance being a new craze at night clubs. The interview has since been removed from steveanddc.com.

What does Simon Cowell think about ‘American Idol’ reject William Hung — gaining fame for his version of Ricky Martin’s ‘She Bangs’—who’s been offered a $25,000 record contract by Fuse Music Television? “Why would you give him $25,000 to sing,” Simon asked ‘Extra’. “I’d give him $25,000 to shut up.” He added, “We shouldn’t really be celebrating that there’s bad singers. Now we have to worry about people coming in and trying to be bad.”