Quotable — Fans of David Archuleta

"Twelve million?!!" — Skippy Jessop, 30 a fan

"I feel bad for him. I couldn't believe it." — Ryan Mayfield, Taylorsville

"Now maybe he can lead more of a normal life. Nothing is going to change David". — Shawna Sutton, friend of Archuleta family

"The mark he left is untouchable and unforgettable. He is going to keep in people's minds." — Sandi Nelson, Saratoga Springs

"He blew everyone out of the water. He gave it his all. He's awesome." — Mary Bevan, Bluffdale

"I had four little girls at my house, up until midnight, voting." — Debbie Tetz, Cottonwood Heights

"She watched the first "American Idol" until the one right now". — Taylor Cummens, 12, Lehi

"I'm a die-hard "Idol" fan. We love him. He's done amazing things for his age." — Colleen McArthur, Lehi, Taylor's mom

"He's the best singer ever. He's adorable. His eyes sparkle". — Ashley Labrum, 13, a fan

"He sings with heart and soul, not with his throat and all raspy." — Heidi Hardman, Pleasant Grove

"He has a beautiful voice. That David Cook has nothing." — Whitney Peck, Coalville

"No matter what happens, he is triumphant." — Wilfredo Mayorga, David Archuleta's grandfather, before the announcement