Wednesday, March 28, 2007
'Idol' chatter: Dump Sanjaya
From CNN.com Special Projects producer -- and "American Idol" fan -- Steve Almasy:
America, the long national nightmare needs to end. "American Idol" needs to get rid of Sanjaya. I don't care how. I have no confidence he will be voted off soon, so we have to do something. Somebody please find some risque photos on the Internet. Wait, that's not a good idea. There are children watching. (Watch who Steve and colleague Troy Bentley think should be voted out) And apparently voting. Last night apparently was "Songs Steve used to listen to at the frat house" night. Actually it was songs by No Doubt and singers that inspired Gwen Stefani -- a nice little mix. Gwen, we're told -- though really there was little video evidence -- coached the 10 remaining finalists this week, and she'll perform on Wednesday's results show. I'm sure Melinda Doolittle and LaKisha Jones -- two of the favorites -- were glad to see Donna Summer numbers available. Going first -- and the high expectations of many -- were too much for LaKisha. I expected her to absolutely crush "Last Dance," but it was shaky at the beginning and she didn't get it going until the end. I mean, Paula didn't even dance. Melinda, on the other hand, was typically great with "Heaven Knows." When they went to commercial break I realized I had jacked the volume to levels that invite dirty looks and phone calls from neighbors. Also typically great was Jordin Sparks, who is now firmly in the top two after a Christina Aguilera-like version (vocally, not attire-wise) of No Doubt's "Hey Baby." But "Idol" wannabes tread in dangerous lands when they do something so contemporary and I'm not sure it went over well with the TV audience -- the voters. While I want Sanjaya to go, there are two prime candidates for the boot after last night: Chris Sligh and Haley Scarnato. When a performer admits "my bad" after his performance, it is bad. And thanks to Haley, I now know there is a pageant version of "True Colors." Who did you think did well last night? 267 Comments
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Sanjaya; I can't even keep a strait face when he is 'singing', it's horrid. Haley is not much better, but sadly I don't see either going anytime soon.
Sanjaya, will be the cause of next years Idol "Sanjaya Rules". Taking the American public out of the mix or allowing the judges to veto the voting. Sadly I see Sanjaya possibly winning this thing.
Sanjaya is going to reap the ($$) benefits of being a bad singer,why would he design his hair the way he did (attention)? Watch, you will see. Melinda Doolittle will definitely win this one.
Keep Sanjaya, ditch Haley. She's HORRIBLE! She is the next to go.
I thought Gina was awesome although Lakisha and Melinda are my 2 favorites. Gina really stepped her game up last night.
No, Sanjaya is a joke. He should not have gotten this far.
My husband and I just cannot bring ourselves to watch the show anymore. I'm done with it forever. Getting sick of the "out of the norm" people on Deal or No Deal too.
I did think that Haley could have done better but I really cant stand Sanjaya and really want him off the show ASAP.
At least with Haley you have something to look at! What was up with Sanjaya's hair?!?! I thought Chris Richardson did well and he went last so hopefully he will stick around another week!
They need to boot Sanjaya AND Hailey! They both just need to go home.
Sanjaya seems to be this year's "young girl and granny" vote getter. But he needs to go. Bad. Really, really bad.
Those voting for Sanjaya just because he's the worst...why? What's the point? You obviously don't care for the show, so why waste your time and cell phone minutes dialing his number? This show is a once in a lifetime opportunity for some of these kids to really make it, and thanks to VFTW, that opportunity is compromised. Of all shows to sabotage, you chose the one that affects people's lives - here's a standing ovation to you. Feel proud!
Yes, Sanjaya needs to go. Every week we suffer another lousy performance, and another idiotic hairdo. Go, Sanjaya, go! Go as far and fast as you can, away from American Idol.
Sanjaya is RUINING American Idol. I cannot take another week of him and frankly, I don't even think HE wants to be there. I am fully on board with Jordan Sparks. She is young, fresh and has an outstanding voice. Melinda and Lakisha are too predictible and are pretty much the same person. I am sticking to my theory that the call centers in India are responsible for Sanjaya going this far.
I think it's sad that Sanjaya has stayed and others that had potential were kicked off. He is the worst I have ever seen/heard and cannot believe he is still there. There has to be away to get him voted out.
Sanjaya knows that he does not deserve to be where he is and just keeps getting suprised by the people out there who are voting for the "worst" American Idol. I like him as a young kid but he can not produce any record I would purchase, maybe when he gets older??? He needs to be the next to go but he won't, sad really. I agree with Simon, it doesn't matter what the judges say anymore now that the "vote for the worst" are out there to sabotage AI........Sad really because the ones who should still be there are sitting in the audience watching now.
That's what music is about today. You can only sell it if people like you. There a plenty of people who can sing, but lots of them can't sell much that will go to the top of the music chart. Kids are buying music today so lets just face it. Leave the kid along there are more like him that's making plenty of money today.
Sanjaya absolutely needs to go and Haley isn't far behind. I don't think Gina was as great as the judges said and I thought Phil did an excellent job with the every breath you take. As usual though, Melinda took it, she is just amazing!
vote sanjaya! Messing with the show is the only thing that makes it worth watching.
To quote columnist Linda Sharp on Sanjaya, "It�s official, with that Fauxhawk nightmare, he is now Evil Malaknievel, and as a confirmed daredevil, decided for his first feat, to jump a metaphorical Snake River Canyon with his head."
The kid is sweet, but needs to go.
While Sanjaya was BAD, Haley was far worse. She slaughtered a GREAT song. Chris Sligh was bad... but I like him, and will give him another chance... Buh bye Ms Scarnato!
There are only about 3 on this show that can sing. It's a toss up who should go tonight, but I would choose Sanjaya first.
If Sanjaya wins, and Simon quits, the show will be over. There is no way Fox is going to let this happen. There are bigger implications from a Sanjaya win - a sign that American culture, in its death-throes for a decade, will officially be dead, when image and irony prevail once and for all over talent. Doolittle is far and away the most talented. If she doesn't win, it will make Chris Daughtry's premature ouster pale in comparison
You have to give Sanjaya credit, it takes courage to come out and perform when he has suffered (and earned) nothing but national humiliation for weeks now. You would think he would cite "wanting to spend more time with my family" as a reason for simply dropping off of the show.
Sanjaya deserves to go home. His act is just that, an act. He pretends to sing and gets you talking about him by doing "wacky" things with his hair. A faux-hawk? Yeah, not so trendy anymore, dude! The judges were not at all mean to him last night, so there's no excuse for a sympathy vote. Sanjaya MUST go.
Sanjaya can not sing. He should not have been in the top 24 to begin with. It is time for him to go.
Sanjaya just proves that American Idol is not a talent contest, it is a popularity contest; Popular to the teens & pre-teens who can stay up half the night calling the toll free number for him. I agreed with Simon's comments when he said that there was no point in saying anything. Haley's performance had a "theme park performance" air to it and Chris has sabatoged himself with poor choice of songs. My complaint to Melinda: Quit looking surprised when you receive positive feedback from the judges. You KNOW you can sing, you sang professionally as a back-up singer..I do have a problem with professional back-up singers being allowed to compete but that's a different blog for another day.....
Let's end the misery now and declare Melinda the winner. She is awesome. Did anybody else notice the weird vibe between Sanjaya and Ryan? They would make a cute couple, though. Sanjaya is pathetic - he can't even hold a note!
Sanjaya is pitiful. I can't even stand to look at him and after last night with the hair thing, even moreso! I think he'd be a great drag queen as it's obvious he would prefer to be a woman. Sorry but he and Ryan need to both come out!
I voted for him 10 times last night! Just because........
I'm in 100% agreement. I know Sanjaya most likely will NOT be leaving us this week. My prediction for the bottom two is Haley and either Chris Sligh or possibly even Lakisha (shocking, I know) or maybe Chris Richardson (though his final time slot and decent performance of one of No Doubt's biggest hits hopefully was enough to save him). I've never been a fan of Phil Stacey's, but even I have to admit he performed well last night and I believe he secured a spot in next week's show. In a perfect world Sanjaya's bags would be packed, but I fear we may lose another more deserving contestant to Sanjaya's Lucky #7 Mohawk and over-groomed eyebrows.
American Idol has become one of the best comedies on network television. I think that Sanjaya (as long as the network allows this) could actually win. After Chris Daughtery was kicked off and Taylor Hicks was crowned last year, we all know that anything can happen.
We need to vote for every number except Sanjaya's at least 3 times each to offset Howard Stern's little game to "vote for the worst". Him and his posey need to get a life of their own.
I love LaKisha and Melinda as always. They have such "power" and "feeling" in their voices.
Sanjaya is a terrible singer with terrible hair and he needs to go home.
Who ever is voting for Sanjaya, will you please stop! He absolutely doesn't belong in this competition anymore. If you know of someone voting for Sanjaya, please talk some sense into them and tell them to stop!
Folks as bad as we say Sanjaya is the fact that we still talk about him is the reason why he is still there. Thats the reason for the wild hair do - publicity is publicity. As a vocalist he's OK so he is hoping any talk will be enough to keep him on. So stop talking and break your redial button to exhaust your call in votes.
For sure Sanjaya should go and so should Haley. I feel bad for the little guy though...he's such a 'sweet' kid and I'm sure all of the negativity is hurtful...He probably wants off as much as we want him off! Take it easy on Chris...he's actually pretty good...but not the winner!
This show would make much more sense if America got to vote someone off. The majority would indeed rule.
Haley and Sanjaya would be my bottom two. I don't care for either one and Sanjaya is starting to get an attitude!!
I don't see Sanjay getting voted off anytime soon...
www.votefortheworst.com Howard has all of his fans voting to keep Sanjay on. Here's to LaKisha winning. =D
At this point, Sanjaya is just making fun of the show and himself. He knows that he shouldn't be there....GET RID OF HIM!!!
Sanjayah is just like Taylor Hicks from last year. It's very commical when he's on stage. Neither guy can carry a tune in a bucket, but one of them was crowned American Idol.
I agree with Jessica, the week where Sundance and Sabrina were let go was a shame because the exact opposite should have happened, Sanjaya and Haley should have gone home.
The person I am really liking and think would do well in the real world is Gina.
Every season their is a "Sanjaya"; someone who doesn't deserve to be in the finals but somehow gets voted back week after week. The strongest are Melinda, Jordin, and Blake. I don't see anyone else being able to do what Taylor did last year, which is win the competition solely based on personality over the best singer, Chris Daughtry.
Sanjaya should have been gone weeks ago. I think the whole thing is down to Lakisha, Melinda and Blake.
Sanjaya should go; Haley should go; Chris Richardson should not have beat out Sabrina for the final 12, and should not have beat out Stephanie last week. But, obviously one opinion is not enough.
Think Idol should change the voting strategy to where you vote for who you think should go. At this point in the competition, there are several really good singers pulling votes as they should. If those votes were going to the "worst" singer, it might be easier to get rid of those who should be gone.
Gina did really well for the first time, well, ever. I totally hear you about Sanjaya. Lakisha has yet to match the magic of "And I am Telling You", and I hope she can recapture it soon.
If you listen to the music, Haley really isnt all that bad. There are several others who probably deserve to go before her. Such as Sanjaya, Sanjaya, Sanjaya, and Sanjaya.
But really, Chris Sligh could go anytime soon. He's good, but let's be real, you've got to cut it down sooner or later. Enough is enough with Sanjaya making this competition a joke!
It is more than time for Sanjaya to go. Its become a joke that he is still on, he doesn't hold a note. This is a singing competition, folks! I love Lakisha! Melinda needs to change it up a bit, same old same old, though her voice is beyond great.
For all the years I've watched Idol, I still truly believe the votes don't count. Powers higher decide who comes and goes. I think they made an error in Taylor though. It was a white males turn, I think their judgement slipped on this one. No ones interested. Chris Daughtry can stand on his own.
Forget getting rid of Sanjaya, someones messing with the public. I think Lakisha and Melinda are amazing, but like Randy said last night, Jordin Sparks is a recording artist. She can reach main stream and then some. The other girls are too classified.
Sanjaya is a nasty aberation and needs to go immediately. His continued appearances are painful and the only saving grace was the 12 year old that cried her eyes out last week through his performance - so did I but for a completely different reason - HE'S HORRIBLE. Haley can stay - we need some eye candy and see fits that bill just fine.
Not sure who is voting for Sanja, but at this point he will still be around for the Idol tour. The blame is on the judges for passing him through the top 24 in the first place. Now the blame is on Everyone else for keeping him every week. Maybe its a joke and someone is trying to prove the system can be fixed. Whatever the reason this season has become a joke with him staying in the competition. I believe if he goes much further on Idol the rating will drop. Noone wants to watch him sing as bad as he does and then continue on.
Melinda was great as usual. Top notch. Sanjaha and Chris were just DREADFUL! Embarrassing.
I think this guy is pathetic. If that is who america wants to be their idol than let them be. But no this person thinks that just because he does not like him he should go. I hope Sanjaya wins it and it ruins the show. Howard Stern and his fans will destroy this guys life. I know i voted 300 times for sanjaya. I think you all should to. Especially if your sick and tired of your wives making you watch it. If your contestant was voted off I think you should vote for sanjaya. all hail sanjaya.
Go Sanjaya! This whole Howard Stern and votefortheworst.com idea is awesome. It is showing America that they need to get a grip. Get out and do some real good; stop worrying about a dumb singing show. Spend the time more wisely and volunteer or maybe contact a politician with a good idea.
I think Sanjaya brings the overall caliber of the show to an all time low. His singing is "in the shower" at best and he must go home
As mcu as I HATE to admit it Sanjaya will be around at least for a couple more weeks. Every year there is always someone that is by far nowhere near the other contestants in talent and every year that one "idol" gets far in the competition because of the tiny fan base calling for the full two hours non stop on multiple phone lines. The ONLY way for the crap like this to end and end for good is to limit the amoutn of phone calls able to be made by the home viewer. All they need to do is limit it to 10 calls and they would get a more fair and accurate view as to who is really popular and just a freak of nature!!!
Haley is the most beautiful girl in Idol history and not that bad of a singer. Sanjaya is at least entertaining. Sligh sucked again, and Phil should be worried, too.
Sanjaya is the best singer in the competition and should be the next american idol winner. I would buy any cd he puts out.
I'd actually keep Sanjaya another week if we can oust Chris Richardson. I can't stand his squeaky voice. He and Sanjaya can do a duet..
I too think that Sanjaya needs to go, with each passing week I find myself shuddering when I see him. I think Idol is rigged this year. How could America possibly vote Sundance off over Sanjaya...ever?? This baffles me. Did you get a real good look at his hair last night? WOW! His head looked like a Roman helmet. Although I can say his voice is improving a little... I can still say this with confidence, he sings and talks like Michael Jackson, only MJ doesn't sound like crap. America, wake up, last week's little stunt with the girl who cried during the entire span of the show was a ploy, it was so Sanjaya could be seen as something more than what he is, which is certainly not a singer.
Sanjaya is kept around for entertainment purposes only at this point. America is NOT doing this kid a favorite by keeping him on from week to week. He's like Dorothy now...There's no place like HOME!!
I don't think Jordin was "great" last night. SHe did o.k. I could not believe the judges reaction. She was overated.
Sanjaya should do the right thing and eliminate himself. He doesn't deserve to be on AI. Haley should go next, then Chris S.
I think that Chris has done enough to let his previous performances carry him through this week...it's not "do or die" every week quite yet. Haley didn't hit a single correct note. She needs to go this week. Sanjaya isn't far behind.
I like Haley.I thought she did better than the judges and most of the posters.Chris Sligh has been a major disappointment and I'd like to see him leave..of course Sanjaya leaving would be ideal..but we all know it's not going to happen.Melinda,Phil and Gina were the best last night.
Sanjaya needs to leave!! It appears he has realized that since he cannot sing and does not need to be in this competition, so he is going to try some antics that may get him a fan base e.g., the horrendous faux-mohawk last night!! Come on Idol fans, let's keep this show about talent!
'Idol' claims to seek out the BEST of the BEST, yet the method of voting promotes favortism towards the popular, even if they are far LESS than the BEST. Sanjaya and Jasmine Trias (2004) are examples of the LESS outlasting the BETTER. I believe 'Idol' is on the verge of losing all credibility (if it hasn't already). 'Idol' is obviously looking for ratings over finding the BEST. If "Idol" wants to remain credible, the solution is simple. The weekly vote should simply be for the WORST contestant. This would eliminate the weeks where the BETTER are thrown away because fans "forgot" to keep voting for their favorite, and hopefully do a better job of finding the BEST of the BEST.
While Chris was not as good as he could be, I really this it's time for Haley to exit. Lets be honest here Sanja is getting the networks what they want and that is ratings so he will be around till just about the end.
Bravo- Jordin you were great (as usual), I have telling everyone to watch you just be patient. Melinda-welcome to the party. It was so nice to hear a more popular and hip song from you. Keep going
American Idol is a garbage laden cesspool that needs to be eliminated from the face of the earth!
I think Melinda hit it again for the girls, Jordan didn't do a thing for me and where in the world did she get that outfit?! For the guys, I have to go with Phil and Blake, I think they really stepped up.
You all need to get a life. You people are whining and complaining over a guy you don't even know. You think your votes will help people get superstardom but it doesn't. Where's Taylor Hicks' album on the billboard 100? Ruben and Clay drop off the face of the earth. I laugh at you all.
Last night was kind of surprising for me. My favorite is Lakisha; to me, she can do no wrong. I don't think that "Last Dance" was exactly the right song for her, though, or maybe "Last Dance" just isn't one of my favorite songs. But she sure sang it well, and looked fantastic. Melinda did a great job, as usual, but not her most memorable performance. I was intrigued by Sanjaya; up to this point, I thought he was pretty lame, but I actually liked the hair, and I think his song worked well for his voice and personality. For some reason, I think that crazy hair gave him some confidence, and it came through in his singing. Just goes to show you that when you're true to your character -- however unusual it is -- you will always do your best. I might be the only one saying this, but I was kind of underwhelmed by Jordin. I disagree with the judges; I don't think the song was right for her, and she didn't put enough of herself into it. It seemed fake to me, and I didn't like her outfit at all. I think she's much more elegant than the way she came across last night.
Gina Glocksen wins for style and charisma. If she just nail the right song, then the tide could turn. Go get 'em Gina.
The crying girl last week, and probably several million like her, are the reason Sanjaya is still on the show... he actually has a shot at winning. Unfortunately, his presence is also evidence that the best singer (who is obviously Melinda) may not win.
I agree that Sanjaya needs to go. Even the hair proved that last night. (Who is the AI stylist that let that happen?!) Melinda was wonderful once again, and Phil did surprisingly well with a very good song choice.
Maybe we Should have a slaughter night on AI - the bottom three get the axe - Haley, Sligh and Sanjaya. Might save us all some time and suffering!
sanjaya is a cute and probably nice kid...however he cannot sing and really needs to go-just hearing/ and watching him with his goofy hair syles is painful-this is supposed to be about SINGING! It is a joke to the people on the show that can actually sing!
Melinda Doolittle is as good an actress as she is a singer. It's getting to the point where her feigned expressions and reactions are a bit cloying to say the least.
Sanjaya knows its time for him to leave, he's just fooling around and getting cocky with the judges now, because he knows he can't carry it off anymore - nor do I want him too! Haley needs to go home too! and can that dress get any shorter? Pa-leease!
There is a secret society of woman and maybe men that are hot for Sanjaya - He will make it through you watch!
vote the whole show off! Just like any "reality" show - it needs to go!
All other than Melinda, Lakisha and Jordin do not fit in staying for the final race. But its still a competition where there are winners and loosers..its only the time that defines this..since this is not just a talent show, be sensible in voting....
I think obviously Sanjaya has to go, although he probably won't. I know that Melinda has a great voice, but frankly I can't look at her, and her surprised stupid look when the judges say she's good. Her stylists do a horrible job in dressing her, she has no neck, yet they put a high blet on her to make her neck look even more nonexistant. I know its not about looks, but it kinda is...I love Blake, he's fresh, Jordin who is young, and vibrant, and of course Chris R because, well he's hot...and his voice isn't bad either. Knowing that Sanjaya should go home but won't, I think that it will be either Haley or Chris S. which is fine with me.
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I'm not to sure of the point of this show anymore, if it ever had one in the first place. even the supposed talented singers are boring. Hopefully this will be the end of "idol" and we can all move on and focus our attention on something worthwhile like, so you think you can dance.
Oh Please..Sanjaya has got to go...I dont know how he got this far in the first place...But he is not very good of a singer at all...I think we should have a hour of "taking the phones away from teenagers and preteens that like Sanjaya" so, the other people can vote against him...
Sanjaya MUST go!! He shouldn't have made the top 12 as far as I'm concerned. Same with Haley. It should come down to a shoot-out between Jordan and Melinda unless LaKisha picks the rights songs. The guys are OK but just aren't on the same level as these 3 girls EXCEPT for Blake. He just might be able to swoon enough votes out of all the young girls and grannies out there.
Sanjaya MUST leave tonight, with Haley close behind him! They are both not good enough to be in this competition!!
Sanjaya- stupid is what stupid does!! See ya, he's gotta go.
Sanjaya is not as bad as people are making him out to be and Jordin Sparks is definitely over-rated. She has a great voice but she sings off key. Lakisha and Melinda are the only two that have all 3 components of a great singer - voice, pitch and timing. They also have a professional look and presence.
Is it just me or does this season seem to lack the energy and enthusiasm of past sesasons? GET SANJAYA OFF QUICK! Haley needs to go next.
Belinda Doolittle, she has such a clear & beautiful voice !
I actually thought Gina and Phil did great! I personally don't like either of them but think they chose great songs to showcase their talents
"Also typically great was Jordin Sparks..."
Why is everyone gushing over this painful, tedious performance?? If you're going to compete live on a national singing competition, wouldn't it be wise to pick a song with more than three notes? And maybe, I don't know, a few lyrics too? I'm sorry, the Mentadent smile and L.A.M.B-inspired threads aren't going to sway me this time. It sucked. She doesn't deserve to go home, but lets not get sucked in and start waxing poetic about her skills when she clearly didn't display them - at all.
I agree..Sanjaya is RUINING American Idol. If a Lakisha, or Melinda is voted off and Sanjaya keeps his place American Idol is OVER..If the American people are dumb enough to continue to vote for Sanjaya they deserve the show they will get.The shows producers need to step in and REMIND America that AI is a SINGING contest, not how cute somebody is..Just imagine Sanjaya winning American Idol??...I'll never watch again..Simon, Randy and Paula need to shoulder some of the blame for Sanjaya being on the show in the first place. He should NEVER have been in Hollywood.
I have to agree with your comments. I wouldn't be surprised to see Chris Sligh voted off after last night, but I think Sanjaya and Haley Scarnato are far more deserving of the boot after being consistently atrocious week after week.
I agree another great night from LaKisha, Melinda and Jourdan. SANJAYA needs to GO.
Sanjaya NEEDS TO GO!!!! I really liked the kid when they showed him during the initial auditions and i was rootin' for him. but now its really a joke-- hair and all. haley is next!
Idol is a joke and always has been. It just took this little fiasco to wake people up. How stupid are viewers? Do you really think the most deserving wins on this show? Do you think the producers even care? As long as they have the ratings, they make their money. Joke's on you.
Sanjaya is the only interesting/entertaining thing on AI this season. Everyone else is either predictable, bland, or mediocre. And no one looks like (s)he's havng any fun on stage except for Sanjaya. No, he's not the best singer, but there are others left who give much less entertaining performances. Let them go home first. At least Sanjaya is fun. It's the show's fault for choosing such a limited boring top 24. Where were the country singers? Where were the rock singers? Where are the deep voiced growly singers? Bleah. I'm voting for Sanjaya until the end.
Sanjaya was horrible last night, but I think he could actually win the competition because he could easily become a heartthrob.
This sounds terrible but is it possible that Sanjaya's "success" has more to with being Indian-American than with his talent?
As this show goes on it becomes less a talent show than a reflection of the agenda of the audience participants at large. If people thing it would be funny to put the next William Hung on top they can if they can muster enough votes. Perhaps the Indian-Americans are flexing their collective muscle for one of their own? Doesn't make it right or wrong. This show is going to go where the public wants it to go because the voters will be heard. Remember the line from "Miss Congeniality", "It's not a beauty contest, it's a scholarship program". Talent? We don't need no stinkin talent.
Sanjaya and Haley should never have made it to the final 12 in the first place...and Chris Sligh gets worse every week.
Idol ought to use the same format they used for the recent Grease competition in which the judges had a lot of input until the Final when America voted. If American Idol is a vehicle to discover new talent (emphasis on the new), I think Blake offers the most unique sound - I would actually buy one of his records. He sounded like a young Sting last night! All the rest are cookie cutter pop singers like so many others out there - boring!
I thing Gina did an outstanding job last night with the Pretenders. Her voice was strong, clear, and right on the money pitch-wise. She's got my vote.
I cringe everytime Sanjaya gets on the stage- I am sure he's a nice person, but come on, This show is no longer a talent competetion- Maybe a sign that American Idol's reign is coming to an embarrassing end.
I like Melinda, Blake, and Gina. Gina really did a great job.
are u crazy?, Sanyaja is a breath of fresh air comparing to the rest of the contestans. I love watching him on American Idol and I am not a 12 years old girl.
If you're voting for Sanjaya just because he's the worst...why? What's the point? You obviously don't care for the show, so why even waste your time and cell phone minutes dialing his number? I find VFTW a bit contradicting - its whole purpose is to get back at the producers for letting thru the bad ones, yet we're keeping them around?... Rediculous. Of all the shows out there to sabotage you have to choose the one that affects people's lives. Way to go!
I cannot beleive that America can even find this remotely close to funny! Keeping Sanjaya is a disgrace and they have kicked some people with real talent off in sacrifice of this kid... How about poor Stephanie last week?? She has more of a voice than Sanjaya will ever have! Come on America this is a singing contest that has given us all some great artists(Kelly Clarkson,Carrie Underwood)and it needs to go back to what it is a SINGING CONTEST!!!!!!
Whoa, teens & pre-teens are to blame for Sanjaya sticking around? My 11-year-old (& all her friends) despise Sanjaya with a passion, just like me & anyone else I've talked to. As for the high-&-mighty comment that votefortheworst.com helping bring down Idol is a good thing b/c people then could do more volunteer work etc. ... give me a break! It's (mostly) clean entertainment for my kid, it takes up about 2 hours a week...yeah, killing Idol is really going to save the world alright!
Keep voting for Sanjaya!!!!! It's fun to mess with Simon!!!
Steve,
Not only will Sanjaya be the next "Idol" but it will finally shut up losers like you from complaining about a show that seems to be the most important thing in you life.
To the idiot a few posts up, "Eric," who stupidly said votefortheworst.com is "awesome" and that America was wasting time watching a dumb singing competition when we should be "volunteering" or "contact[ing] a politician with a good idea"....are you kidding?
Let me guess: you have 14 million liberalist bumper stickers on the back of your Toyota Prius. It is people like you who make me revel in the fact that 1) I don't recycle and 2) I DO watch TV and enjoy it. And I DO volunteer weekly at the local nursing home, thankyouverymuch. Oh, and I can't stand Sanjaya.
If you guys do not like Sanjaya stop watching the show. I will do my best to make sure he wins it. PS American Idol does not say that it picks the best of the best. It says that America picks who they want to win. so because you do not like sanjaya does not mean others don't. PS Sanjaya sang better than tubby and the chick that everyone else wants g |
