Let's not split hairs, they were definitely trying to make her the next Whitney, Mariah, Celine.., aka the next Big Voiced Diva. However, what people often fail to recognise about those three is the level of steeliness and ambition that sat alongside their pristine vocal ability. Leona has always been incredibly passive regarding her career and it has showed (and continues to show) in her so-so performances, dull image and lacklustre song choices. She has a beautiful voice but there has always seemed to be a lack of either passion or interest from her.