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Cowell would like to see Cook win 'American Idol'
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mystery | 8:59 p.m. May 20, 2008
I think David A sould win. He rocked the house down.i love u David A, good luck.
Anonymous | 10:12 p.m. May 20, 2008
david cook all the way!!!!
someone | 10:19 p.m. May 20, 2008
yeah right david cook rox i luv david cook he is cute and he has great talent
also has gone through a lot since his brother battled with brain cancer and
deserves to win it more than david archuletta.
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COOKALICIOUS. [: | 10:28 p.m. May 20, 2008
DAVID COOK IS BASICALLY GOING TO OWN BECAUSE HE HAS AN AMAZING VOICE AND IS VERY
TALENTED. I LOVE YOU DAVID COOK. BREAK A LEG. [:
Anonymous | 10:31 p.m. May 20, 2008
MY FAVORITE D. ARCHULETA
MoJules | 11:12 p.m. May 20, 2008
Trials are not the basis for winning a contest, my goodness, I should win a
million for my trials. Both of these young men are very talented, they both
have good and bad moments, tonight the good was in David A's court. I
believe that before tonight, I would have leaned towards Dave Cook, but he was
outdone on all three numbers. Even Simon, who was saying that David Cook should
win, declared that David A was the winner tonight, and Simon is respected by the
fans. He is brutally honest, but I would rather have him tell me that my voice
was bad or my dress, than to have Paula smile and say, "you look so nice
tonight", that is her saying, you did awful. Randy tends to like to follow
Paula's lead, and yes, they are more respectful, but they are not being
truthful much of the time.
Jen | 11:28 p.m. May 20, 2008
I voted for David Cook. He deserves it more . He has definately worked hard
for this. But, even if he loses, I predict Cook will be the bigger success. He
is talented, sexy, original and nice. David A. could be a teen idol, but David
C. has staying power...
Anonymous | 11:50 p.m. May 20, 2008
Both were good all season....David A. won the battle tonight and as much as I
hate to say it.....deserves to win because of it.
40-Something | 12:26 a.m. May 21, 2008
Simon's comment on Leno makes his later comment that Archuleta delivered a
"knockout" in the final all the more significant.
karen | 12:29 a.m. May 21, 2008
Cmon, Simon. I generally agree with your comments. But a person doesn't win
because of he's got a worse life than the other. One should win because of
his talent, not because he had a harder life than the other contestant. Gheez.
And you always ask on the show if it's a talent or a popularity contest?
vanilla4 | 12:50 a.m. May 21, 2008
David A has a great vocal ability, but he has no depth, can't move well, no
variety. Not a good performer. Boring!!! Now David Cook is brilliant, sexy, has
fantastic vocals, is creative, interesting, moves well, plays guitar. I thought
it was great that he sang without the guitar, then with electric, then with
acoustic guitar. He is the American Idol!!! i would rather see Cook perform than
Archuleta any day. David Cook is the one!
Mark | 1:04 a.m. May 21, 2008
After tonight's performance.. it looks like Archie wanted it more. I was
very underwhelmed by Cookster. Go ARCHIE!!!!
awatcher | 1:11 a.m. May 21, 2008
even though david a had a better night than david c,
david cook had a better season, so he wins in my opinion.
david cook had a better season, so he wins in my opinion.
Hollywood Sound Hound | 3:23 a.m. May 21, 2008
I was one of the lucky souls who got into the Nokia. The irony is that I went as
a huge HUGE Dave Cook fan (and frankly not a fan at all of little
"Archie")and I came out totally blown away by Archuletta... if you
were in the house you would know that Simon was dead-on, that kid was amazing
(at least tonight or maybe live?). His voice sails, no SOARS!!! He was just on a
whole other level than Cook (who certainly must have had a bad night???) Anyway,
I am totally blown away by that kid's voice and talent... 17??? I'll
never forget this night for as long as I live... and I'm in my 40's...
and **** no I ain't gay either! I still can't believe what I heard.
That kid has the most amazing chops I've ever heard... and that's
saying something. Even Clive said the kid's the best male vocalist
he's ever heard, he puts him right up there in Whitney's league. What
I heard tonight was a good singer and a GREAT singer... they were just the
opposite of what I was expecting going in.
rvalens2 | 4:01 a.m. May 21, 2008
As Simon said at the end of the show, David Archuleta won all three rounds.
Winnner by a TKO.
Cook could still win but his poor song selections on Tuesday likely cost him the AI title.
Cook could still win but his poor song selections on Tuesday likely cost him the AI title.
naama | 4:17 a.m. May 21, 2008
ARCHULETA WILL WIN!!! ALL THE WAY BABY!!! LOVE YOU AND YOUR VOICE!! <333
jeanie | 4:37 a.m. May 21, 2008
At this point, it doesn't really matter who wins or who loses (as in the
past #2 can outsell #1). BOTH will do tremendously well and will have the
opportunity to have their careers launched in a huge way. Good luck to David A
and David C!
smile | 5:14 a.m. May 21, 2008
talking about total package? DC has it! if you want to close your eyes and
listen to the song...DA's voice has it,but to watch him perform? BORING!
D. C. Fan | 5:41 a.m. May 21, 2008
One night does not sum up the whole season. In my opinion it WAS NOT a TKO for
Archuletta.. He is a cutie, and very humble... BUT not a performer!! David Cook
has the whole package... He can sing any genre of music, he moves well, plays to
the audience.. I think he defines American Idol much better than Archuletta.
Good Luck DAVID COOK!!!
holladay | 5:50 a.m. May 21, 2008
David Cook does not have great vocals...I can barely understand any of his
lyrics because his diction is poor. On the other hand, Archuleta sings clearly.
This is a singing contest and when pressure was greatest to perform, the little
kid out did the adult. Way to go!
Sandee | 6:10 a.m. May 21, 2008
As it has proven in the past, winning the title of "American Idol"
doesn't guarantee the greatest success (example: Clay vs. Ruben). Both
Davids are fantastic performers and I will buy both of their future CD's!
David A. got my vote, though!!
Julie | 6:10 a.m. May 21, 2008
Everyone has their trials comon people! You are saying because Cook has worked
hard?? What the heck! Don't you think that Archie worked just as hard?? the
kid is only 17 and has an amazing voice! He SHINED tonight! He is OUR AMERICAN
IDOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Simon | 7:14 a.m. May 21, 2008
so it comes down to peoples past? Fact is Simon does not care at all for
'goody two shoes' contestants. Remember what Simon said to Brooke
when she first auditioned and he learned she was LDS? He rolled his eyes in
disgust and said "oh, your one of those". David A will win.
Glad I don't watch | 7:30 a.m. May 21, 2008
Listening to some of you.. "OH your so cute. I just love you." GAG
ME! So glad I turned off my TV!
DA | 8:06 a.m. May 21, 2008
To "Glad I don't watch" Get a life and stop being a drone.
It's About "Listening" | 8:25 a.m. May 21, 2008
Anybody remember a guy named Taylor Hicks, a great PERFORMER, but his record
sales went absolutely nowhere. The real winners from AI make their money (and
their reputation) from record sales, NOT from stage performances. That's
why David A. will win and have a better career selling records - people will
want to LISTEN to his songs, they won't care that he is a wooden puppet on
stage.
Realistic | 8:50 a.m. May 21, 2008
Both Davids are going to win - they will both get contracts. However, David
Cook fits the "American Idol" mold. However, I would not say
he's more talented in the vocal area. David A has superior pitch, tone,
quality, etc. But David Cook has the "rocker" image.
They both deserve to stand on the stage and both have already won big - it will change both of their lives and place them in the industry long term.
They both deserve to stand on the stage and both have already won big - it will change both of their lives and place them in the industry long term.
be nice | 9:40 a.m. May 21, 2008
why all the hate for Cook? we're mormons remember? be nice. david a had
nothing but nice words for Cook. utahns should too.
He lost... | 10:05 a.m. May 21, 2008
Despite being the better singer, Archeleta lost. Check out dialidol, dawg. The
born agains voted against the mormom. First Romney, now Archeleta. Bummer.
J | 11:18 a.m. May 21, 2008
I think David C. is a great performer but I really am underwhelmed by his voice.
He can sing, for sure, but it just sounds like any other rock-ish type guy --
nothing original or special there. I almost feel uncomfortable watching David A.
perform and especially after. I just want to yell for him to calm down and
relax! He looks like he's gonna faint! Hopefully in the years to come David
A. will get better stage presence with some more experience -- because if he
does -- wow! If only we could combine the two David's -- that would be one
heck of a star!
To DA | 11:31 a.m. May 21, 2008
"Get a life!"??? YOU need a life away from being parked in front of
your boob tube.
Cook Fan | 12:01 p.m. May 21, 2008
David Archuletta has no visual appeal. You can't respect a little smurf
like that. With all due credit to Archuletta for having a good voice, David Cook
has a much more unique sounding voice, much better control in jumping large
ranges, and his falsetto is tons better than Archuletta's. He is just
overall a better talent with a more unique sound as well as a MUCH better visual
appeal. Archuletta is a little kid still and needs to grow up a few years before
he can pull it off.
Virginal | 12:07 p.m. May 21, 2008
David A is too virginal and sexually ambivalent to appeal to a broad audience.
jt | 12:13 p.m. May 21, 2008
well, whatever the decision, they both will do well. i have to admit if it is
just a ballad, david a can belt them out but don't give him any other kind
of music. david c proves he can do both. versatility is the word which
describes david cookes abilities.
jt | 12:20 p.m. May 21, 2008
and by the way, i am a born again. why do you people insist that religion and
background are the nominees' voter preference. should have nothing to do
with it. talent should be number 1 reason why you vote for who you do.
jt | 12:22 p.m. May 21, 2008
oh yeah, david a looked like he was going to pass out from hyperventialting last
night. he looked scared to death after each song. he needs to relax and be
confident in who he is and what he does. good job little boy.
Tammy | 12:35 p.m. May 21, 2008
I love Daid Cook!! He deserves to win!!!
closet Idol fan | 12:45 p.m. May 21, 2008
David A is the better singer, but David C has more "Idol" Appeal.
Since that's the premise of the show, Dave C. will win.
Actually I don't think either is any better than past winners.
Since that's the premise of the show, Dave C. will win.
Actually I don't think either is any better than past winners.
Not as confused as you | 12:54 p.m. May 21, 2008
Wha??? David A is too virginal and sexually ambivalent to appeal to an
audience? What kind of sicko are you. This is a singing contest. It is not a
sex contest, it is not a marketing contest.
Chris | 12:56 p.m. May 21, 2008
I am not mormon. And I voted for David Archuleta. He is the superior singer.
Linus | 12:56 p.m. May 21, 2008
Too virginal? Too sexually ambivalent? If these issues define your criteria
for acceptance and success, you need help. Great music is not restricted along
these lines. Was Britney Spears less popular when she was virginal? Is Elton
John's music rejected because of sexual ambivalence?
I liked Archuletta last night because the sounds he made were pleasing to my ears, and he looked good to my eyes, and without regard for any other part of my anatomy.
I liked Archuletta last night because the sounds he made were pleasing to my ears, and he looked good to my eyes, and without regard for any other part of my anatomy.
Jane | 1:02 p.m. May 21, 2008
Have you heard the news? David Archuletto is Mormon.
James | 1:45 p.m. May 21, 2008
It isn't about deserving to win because you have the hardest background. It
isn't American Rock Idol or American 12 to 26 year-olds Idol. David Cook
looked like he wanted to give it away. I liked David A. going in, but thought he
didn't have much of a chance. He was absolutely amazing. He nailed it on
every performance. True, he is young and isn't polished yet, but he will
learn about stage presence and all that in time. You would expect David Cook to
already have those things. The important thing is the voice and emotion. David
A. wanted it more.
This season we saw the closest voting, two amazing performers, and perhaps tonight the first American Idol to pass out on stage. David A. has the voice and talent well beyond his years. David C. is very talented and will do well with his future, but I keep getting the feeling he is a wanna be rocker. I think he is better than he has demonstrated lately. Both are fabulous guys; both have a great future.
This season we saw the closest voting, two amazing performers, and perhaps tonight the first American Idol to pass out on stage. David A. has the voice and talent well beyond his years. David C. is very talented and will do well with his future, but I keep getting the feeling he is a wanna be rocker. I think he is better than he has demonstrated lately. Both are fabulous guys; both have a great future.
Interesting | 2:02 p.m. May 21, 2008
In the end it all comes down to the amighty $$$$$$$.
David A will sell more to the teen crowd and their parants will not reist them owning and listening to his music so they will buy it for them also.
David Cook is a talent who has done well. Any disparaging remarks towards either of these performers is in poor taste. They are both wonderful people and talent. We all don't like the same type of ice cream and we are not going to all like the same performers and music.
David A will sell more to the teen crowd and their parants will not reist them owning and listening to his music so they will buy it for them also.
David Cook is a talent who has done well. Any disparaging remarks towards either of these performers is in poor taste. They are both wonderful people and talent. We all don't like the same type of ice cream and we are not going to all like the same performers and music.
Agree with Interesting | 2:44 p.m. May 21, 2008
You are right with the money. Simon is laughing all the way to the bank with
this one. He wants the pre-teenies and teenies to spend their mommys and
daddy's cash on him, do you know how much he is getting on the next
American Idol, hundred times more than the little boy David Archuletta.
Interesting reading | 2:59 p.m. May 21, 2008
I have to admit that David A doesn't have that stage presence of David C,
but how old is David C.? I'm sure he's done some signing with bands
and done a few shows. I don't think that David A has had that experience
yet and he can always add that. That said I did think David A had a great
singing night last night, but this is just who has quicker fingers anymore.
Dave | 3:06 p.m. May 21, 2008
Until I saw last night's show I was pulling for Archie, but after watching
my first ever Idol last night I would listen to Cook's songs in the car but
could never see listening to Archie songs unless I was on a date. Is Archie
going to be the Ballad Man for the rest of his career? If so he'll have
plenty of women followers (see Manilow, Dimond)but as far as mass appeal
it's got to be Cook.
Oh my goodness | 3:18 p.m. May 21, 2008
I've had enough of this reporting! One article is sufficient. Only in Utah
would this be a big deal. If Archuleta wins I think I might unsubscribe from the
newspaper for a while
Steve - Re: Not as Confused as | 4:28 p.m. May 21, 2008
Not a marketing contest? Sorry... wrong there. It's all about the money
in the end. Call it a singing contest if you like, it might start out that way,
but as the season progresses it always turns into a popularity contest. People
vote for who they like as a person/individual, or at least that GREATly effects
their vote... and if you're good looking or cute like David Archuleta then
that helps you go even farther in it as all the young girls and boys drool over
you. That's exactly why Mr. Dreadlocks Jason lasted as long as he did (all
those girls and guys mezmerized by his eyes and good looks).
So yes, it's about marketing. The judges praise and promote Archuleta so much not just because of his great voice, but because they have dollar signs in their eyes. They know he will make scabs of money on at least his debut CD with all the tween and teen girls. These dollar signs cloud their vision and allow them to over-look his mistake with lyrics and keep them from complaining that he sings nothing but ballads successfully, that he lacks range and style.
So yes, it's about marketing. The judges praise and promote Archuleta so much not just because of his great voice, but because they have dollar signs in their eyes. They know he will make scabs of money on at least his debut CD with all the tween and teen girls. These dollar signs cloud their vision and allow them to over-look his mistake with lyrics and keep them from complaining that he sings nothing but ballads successfully, that he lacks range and style.
Esther | 5:02 p.m. May 21, 2008
To those who think David Cook should be the American Idol I have one thought for
you. Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell who both happen to know quite a bit about
music and have heard every performance of both Davids live. Think David
Archuleta is the man. While every is. oh I made a mask Cook is the best!!!
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