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Simon Cowell is optimistic about the Davids' future

LMBO..........Cowell doesn't know what he is talking about. Last year all he could do was brag about the 2 David's and said that it was the best season ever LOL. And when Fantasia came back to perform he actually sat there and rolled his eyes and made fun of her performance...go watch it and see. People even screencapped his face. And he is always talking about Fantasia and how many songs or albums has she sold...compared to the David bad comes to mind. Both Davids are doing great and Archuleta is well on his way to selling 2 million of his single Crush and his new one out looks like it will be the same, and he is all over the place....doing jingle jams, Macy Day Parades etc. Cowell says what he wants at the minute and changes his mind the next day. ...Just like he declared David A. the winner and the next day tried to take it back. Make up your mind Cowell.........

Oh please, not another Reality of Bickering show. Exchanging barbs with Simon is NOT the way to add entertainment interest and value to Idol. My suggestions: show us real talent and not just the freaks during auditions. Use this to build credibility instead of making fun your own process. Focus more attention on how people have learned and honed their craft -- it's not just about luck. Don't make finalists sing so many 90 second blurbs -- we need a whole song once in awhile. Also, no more "winner's single" they had no role in choosing -- let both finalists choose and record different songs for possible coronation use, and let them BOTH release them as singles no matter who wins. That way they can invest in something that's real.

Fantasia?come one I actually never liked her and the two most talented people that season didnt eve make the finals...not to mention her performance this season.. what was up with that freak show performance??? Season seven was the most interesting since season 4 (Carrie and Bo)... we had real talent those two years and that made the show interesting. I guess it all depends does simon want a season where people tune in because they have a real favorite they are passionate about rooting for (and the two davids had very devoted fans and a ton a talent between them) or does he want a show where they tune in to see if Sanjaya will do something else weird? Guess it all comes down to how much legitimacy Cowell wants to have for the show as a true talent competition.

Yeah, Fantasia...who scared you when she came out screeching and bobbing like a rooster on crack. Way to go Simon. You had too really nice hardworking, TALENTED men in the finals this year. Hmm YOu think COOK is boring?? The man has inspired so much good with charitable causes this year, and more friendships have happened because of him, than ANY of your previous contestants.
I don't think I am even going to watch this year..NOTHING can beat last year.

Look what happened to David Cook last year when he DARED to stand up to Simon Cowell when Simon mistakenly said David Cook had no charisma? Simon looked like he was going to bust an artery. "I think I know the rules of this show" he said arrogantly. He called David Cook smug and pompous and Ryan had to say "Look who's talking" to Simon. And look what happened to Danny Noriega for criticizing Simon? He got the axe early and he was a better singer than a few guys who lasted longer than he did. Okay, so he acted openly gay and Americans don't like that, and that's really what got him voted off as early as he did.

Most people watch the show for the talent. Some people watch it for the dialogue and fighting words from Simon, but they're not in the majority. This interview is just Cowell stroking his ego.

Fantasia has not sold a lot of records. She screeches and she has a strange and horrible voice. Fantasia was the worst winner ever. She does have a sweet personality and a good stage personality, but sweet personalities and stage personalities only sell so many records.

Both David's Archuleta and Cook are doing incredibly well. Both are just simply amazing. Thanks to the judges we are now enjoying the incredible talent. David Archuleta (as an older fan) is still my favorite. I can listen to his voice for hours and his new CD is fantastic. Season 7 was the best season ever as far as talent. The top 10 were incredible, definitely not boring. Congratulations to both David Archuleta and David Cook for their success.

I thought Every season of AI was the alleged best ever. Really. Who cares?

Best thing about January '09 on Fox is the return of...... '24'

Simon Cowell has a bad memory. Last season there were four outstanding finalists: David Cook, David Archuleta, Carly Smithson and Michael Johns. Syesha has a great voice but it's not distinctive.

Season 7 will always be the most memorable of all Idol years because it was the first year they allowed contestants to play instruments, and because of David Cook and the way he made every song he performed his own. Every one of the 12 finalists this year were memorable and that never happened before. I watched every season of Idol and I can only remember a few of the finalists off the top of my head from each season, but I will never forget this year's Top 12.

This was the first year I actually spent money to see the American Idol tour. I voted for David Cook from the Top 24 week onward for the entire time block. That probably won't happen again. I also watched every show in real time instead of DVR for the first time since 2004.

Randy was right that it was the best season ever. I guess for Simon to believe it's a good season there has to be on-air fighting! Ridiculous!

Next time you see him, ask Brother Simon what he thinks about this county's future. We won't be able to afford any of David's CDs. Bank on it!

Last year was my first Idol show. As a child of the 60s/70s who lived and breathed music, I thought the talent on that show (especially the Davids) was much higher than I expected. I thought it would be all Mariah Cary-like worbled-voice singers. That would have been boring. But these kids were great, especially the last 10. Very talented, rough yes, but good, raw talent. It made me want to come back next year.

Best thing the show has ever produced or will ever produce. End of story.

PS Simon is stupid

In multiple interviews, Simon has stated that Kelly Clarkson put Idol on the map by selling 20 million albums, winning grammys etc. She is still the biggest pop star to come out of that show and has a new cd in March. Carrie sure comes close but I still think Kelly is the biggest international pop star.

1I think simon is so smart. I think he is Hot

This year they need to have the bottom three punch it out! The loser goes home or to the hospital. You can bet they'll be singing their hearts out the next week! The final two get a choice...win idol or punch the judge of choice. The ultimate winner gets to whup on Seacrest!! Now that would be entertaining!

So typical de AI. When the season is about to start you can find Paula or Simon giving this kind of statements or interviews to the press just to get the attention of the public right in time. One would imagine that AI can afford paid advertising instead of using the press to put the brand back in the mind of the public and ensure a rating.

I think the best to come from Idol would be Daughtry. But of course being an old metal head I have my biases :)

I don't agree with Simon that the contestants should fight back. The audience doesn't like it and you will get the boot pretty quick if you do it more than once. I do agree that more interesting personalities make the show much better.Fantasia may not have the highest sales of all the winners but she certainly was one of the most captivating contestants the show has had. A vibrant personality, a passion for singing and a unique voice. I'll take that anyday over Carrie - the singing mannequin.

His judging is out of wack sometimes. This year he looks so bored in the panel - He is just saving his face for him to say that: "the contestant should fight back" especially David Archuleta I don't think this young kid will do that kind of thing, for he is very respectful kid and he don't have that kind of personality. He is a humble kid don't want to offend anyone. WITH DUE RESPECT, THE RIGHTFUL WINNER WAS NOT THE ONE WHO WON AMERICAN IDOL. YES, DAVID COOK WAS THE WINNER - BUT IT WAS NOT A JOYFUL AND HAPPY WIN THAT THE VIEWER ACCEPT AND AGREED WITH THE RESULT. THAT IS JUST SAD FOR A LOT OF THEM FIND IT IS A RIGGED. David Archuleta is THE BEST THING EVER HAPPENED TO AMERICAN IDOL modesty aside.

David Archuleta is the BEST THING EVER HAPPENED TO AMERICAN IDOL ! HE IS THE EPITOME OF THE REAL AMERICAN IDOL. THAT WHY HIS CAREER IS SOURING LIKE AN EAGLE HE IS MORE POPULAR THAN THE WINNER.

I must agree with NYCrules regarding Simon's reaction to David Cook talking back to him regarding his charisma, although I think it gave Simon a new found respect for DC. He regarded him very differently after that show, and gave him the praise he rightfully deserved.

And Archie fans, here's a news flash: America voted, Archuleta lost. Get over it already!