American Idol Season 8 – Top 3 – Results – VIDEO

God. Promotion for NATM2

What is this American Idol desk stuff?! :blink_tb:

I’m suddenly losing faith that we will put the Go in Goke :unsure_tb: :doh_tb: :down_tb: :furious_tb: :shock_tb: :wallbash_tb:y

HELP!

Frickin’ cable is out.

LOL

Best opening EVER

ROFL wth was that…. LOL

That was tacky, even for Fox.

My electricity just came back on..that was a close one.

88 mil? Whoa.

And super close votes too…

So we’re back to the top 5 (in the header)? Maybe we can get Allison back!!

HO-LY. 88 million votes?!

Uh wow, what is all this…like a mini IGB with the celebs and all.

OMG, I am SO Nervous.

The opening was hysterical though.

88 MILLION VOTES!!!

HOLY SHIT!!!!

OH NO!!!!! only 1 million votes separating the top 2!!! What does that mean?!?! that 3rd place got blown out?!?! Kris?!?!

OMG I hate it when Ryan does that. 1 million votes out of 88?

88?
Man, people have way too much time on spare

Ryan hinted at a shocker!! :D:D

88,000,000???

1,000,000????????

So weà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re back to the top 5 (in the header)? Maybe we can get Allison back!!

Yeah, THIS! :laugh_tb:

Wow. 88 million votes. And only 1 million separating the top two. I think that last night was like a lot of people a close one.

I think that Danny is going home.

Was that Kevin Bacon in the audience?

OHMMMMMmmmmmmmmmm Adam and Kris is my mantra.

Did Gokey just part the Ford Sea?

If there is one who got blown out, it must be Gokey.

Ok. I didn’t see Alicia Keys coming.

Ryan hinted at a shocker!! :D:D

I can’t handle this tonight. I literally can’t watch it. I’m going on the play by play with yoru comments everyone!

I’ll watch it on my DVR when I find out Adam is safe.

I’ve never been so nervous for an AI contestant before….but I’ve never liked one as much as I like Adam.

Is Alicia wearing a bra?

Damn, she fucking lights up that stage.

WHO is screaming like that behind the stage?? Can they not get this show right???

No offense to this Noah kid, I hope he does great…

But this is not the point of this show tonight!!

I’m nervous as hell

LoL. I bet this kid will actually be better than Katy Perry.

Oh my, Alicia’s pretty :smile1_tb:

Also I wonder if you have to have AT&T to text??? I kinda wanna… Mother, can I? :jittery_tb:

Why was Paula not in her chair when the show began? Can Paula not get it right after 300 shows and millions of dances with ScatCat?

I’m probably going to hell for saying this but is that the winner from Rwanda’s got talent?

Ahhh so nervous!

I hope they don’t make us wait until the final tenth of second to learn who the final person is in the top two.

Why do I watch this show??????

Why?????

Duke
May 13th, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Is Alicia wearing a bra?

Damn, she fucking lights up that stage.

not the only thing she lights up :devil_tb:

They didn’t say how many separated number 2 and number 3. I wonder if that was pretty tight too. But I would guess that if Kris is leaving, even if it was close they may not say. So as to keep up the “Adam/Danny” showdown story line. That Kris guy never really was a contender, you know.

Not to be mean… but is this supposed to be in english?

LoL. I bet this kid will actually be better than Katy Perry.

Duke — on this, I think you and I can agree

Alicia Keys. HAWT

Oh god! Ryan’s dancing is so desperate!

I actually liked that kid. He was pretty cool. I love his accent.

I think by Ryan’s opening comments, it will be Adam and Danny in the Final 2. At the very least, I think his words made it seem (to me) that Adam will deff be in the final. He would have hinted more at a bigger shocker if Adam would be gone.

ps. i dont think this kid has a clue how many people just watched him.

Seriously. Katy needs dancing lessons from this kid.

I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t handle this tonight. I literally canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t watch it. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m going on the play by play with yoru comments everyone!

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll watch it on my DVR when I find out Adam is safe.

Heh. I totally used to do the same thing, only for Allison.

I KNOW Simon was NOT half-heartedly clapping for Alicia. Dude, you just keep getting lamer and lamer.

“Ryan hinted at a shocker!! :D:D”

Not sure about that. I think a blogger on this post last night called this – that Ryan would say the vote was really close, so that if they decided to take out questionable power votes, they could still have the top 2 they want without too many conspiracy theories.

I can’t watch the show and read this at the same time. I think I’ll stay here until the first safe is announced….unless it’s Gokey. This is so much more entertaining than American Idol results shows.

Oh good, more hometown footage. I always enjoy that. a million votes is actually quite a few isn’t it? I’ll be glad when I know for sure whether Kris is staying or going. This is nerve racking. He’s going to thrive either way and I will survive, but I do so hope he gets into the final.

That was phonetic English and A for effort but I didn’t understand a word of it.

I wonder how long they work on the scripting of Ryan’s opening comments.

“oooooooo, this will get them, let’s say this”

oh, to be a fly on the wall.

So, since we had an extended movie promo tonight, can we skip doing one next week? I can’t handle another Love Guru debacle during the Grand Finale.

With such a close vote and and a shocker, according to Ryan anyway, I think Kris will be safe. It wouldn’t be a shock for him to get booted.

But didn’t he say “If you think you know who will be in the finale, think again”, or something along those lines? I thought he hinted at a shock elim…maybe I was imagining things.

Suzie– that was a great comment– hah– Danny Gokey parting the Ford Sea! Brilliant.

88 milllion?!?

At this rate the finale will have over 100 million votes.
OH SHIT THAT’S CRAZY.

I KNOW Simon was NOT half-heartedly clapping for Alicia. Dude, you just keep getting lamer and lamer.

He said a few years ago he met some female celebrity who was supposedly really nice and she was actually really rude. He said her name started with an ‘A’. I’ve always suspected it was Alicia, and after that I’m pretty convinced.

1 out of 88 would be about 1 to 2%. It’s REALLY close.

Simon looks calm and happy at the judges chair. Since he is one of TPTB now and he’s backing Adam, does that mean he knows the results and Adam is safe?

I would suspect Simon would know the results before the show started and he doesn’t look unhappy. Or is that wishing thinking on my part?

In the last 2 weeks we went from 45 to 65 and now 88 million votes? How is that even possible?
Last year they got 97 million but it was with 4 hours of voting.

Anoop and oh my what’s his name.. Blind Boy… in the house.

I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t handle this tonight. I literally canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t watch it. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m going on the play by play with yoru comments everyone!

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll watch it on my DVR when I find out Adam is safe.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve never been so nervous for an AI contestant beforeà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.but Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve never liked one as much as I like Adam.

I am feeling the same way. In fact I am on the west coast and I can’t wait several more hours. I need to know as it happens. I am watching it on here though.

My stomach is turned upside down.

Wow. Alicia looked amazing. Ughh this is going to take forever.

It was Kevin Bacon. Not sure who was next to him. Are they actually going to do it now??? OMG is Danny safe? I hope not. No offense to him, but I really prefer Adam and Kris.

no way they are about to announce Danny as safe.

Whaaa, don’t tell me Danny will be safe first

LOL, this song (Muse) was my pick for Adam.

Oh NO, don’t put him through first!!!

please just announce adam is safe already, so i can go eat dinner and enjoy the show later….ur….

WOOOOOO here we go… :jittery_tb:

If Danny is safe first….. CRAP!

Oh man. If they announce Gokey safe first, that will be the worst possible scenario. Don’t do it, Ryan!!

“I am feeling the same way. In fact I am on the west coast and I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t wait several more hours. I need to know as it happens. I am watching it on here though.

My stomach is turned upside down.”

Me too. What’s up with that?

At least on the West coast, if there is bad news, I’ll have time to get over it before bed time.

He brought up the tragedy.
Everybody… drink. ;>

Are they all going to do weather reports now? Was David Cook the first or am I forgetting someone earlier?

If Danny is safe first I swear to freakin’ god…

Ah… Kris and Adam finale… has it run cold????
I love watching homecomings I can’t wait to see Adam’s

BlankSlate
May 13th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
He brought up the tragedy.
Everybodyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ drink. ;>

I started when they brought him out first.

They are going to show all three homecomings first before announcing anyone as safe.

Tracy: YEAH! I will lost my shit. That can’t happen.

I think they will show all 3 Home Visits first. Do not worry.

Aww, that poor girl with the sign and the boa running after Danny in his limo…she looked so crushed when he didn’t acknowledge her or even slow down.

This is turning into my worst case scenario.

Are they gonna show him forgetting the words?!

ETA: That sign! “Scream On, Danny!” :laugh_tb:

I think they are just doing hometown visits in the order that they sang last night.

They won’t announce a bottom two, will they? I think they’ll wait till the very end to say who is going and staying

Show him forget the words to any song he sings.

Incredible Danny Outsings Lambert!! lol.

Does Jamar own any other clothes? I’m pretty sure he auditioned and got cut in the final round in that outfit, hat included.

Lol, this is so cool, I know where he is and everything…

OK done being proud of Mil for a minute….

I’ve finally seen the real-life images of Danny’s fans. I admit defeat.

i am going to vomit right now..its an upset according to ryan and because danny is going first…that may mean bad news for adam. i cant watch anymore.

This is a really long package. Arrgh…

I am happy that Danny had a good homecoming. I think that he deserves it. I hope that he makes the top 2, but I am worried that he won’t make it.

If they announce Danny is safe it is curtains for Kris so I am really hoping and hoping that that isn’t the case.

Is he getting paid for doing the Lenscrafter heart sign?

Oh GOD

Oh thank goodness.

Wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesh

OH THANK HEAVENS DANNY’S NOT SAFE… YET….

*Phew*

That was NOT cool ryan. fuuuug.

WHEW, had me worried there sprinkles.

KRIS!!!!

That crowd, wow!

Does Ryan really think any of them are going to “relax” tonight?

OMG. He sent Danny to the couch. Sign of relief.

whew.

Oh I love the fan reaction in the theater. Wish I were there to cheer him on, too.

So people do like Danny. And children too. And that girl chasing after his car.

Kris is gonna be safe. They will call it in a few I bet. It makes sense.

lol Kris, “Free cheese dip for life…I’ve already won!”

Yeah! Kris is ruling the world!

Is it just me or does Ryan look kind of bored tonight?

Damn it Ryan. Sometimes I HATE you. :furious_tb:

Hmm- not a bit of singing in Danny’s homecoming video, and not much else other than Danny tearing up and people cheering for him. Can’t help but compare it to David Cook’s Emmy winning package last year, where they segued straight from Bon Jovi singing Livin’ on a Prayer to David singing it.

YES! Kris gets the segue from original to his version!

Is he getting paid for doing the Lenscrafter heart sign?

That is a sign, that his fans asked him to make on the show, to show them that he cares about them. He is not making the Lenscrafter heart sign. His fans actually wanted him to do another sing, because some people think that he is making the Lenscrafter sign, but that’s not what he’s doing.

SKYLARK—– oh I think you NAILED it. I never put those two things together. Wow. WOW. The Lenscrafter.. GLASSES… Danny… ADVERTISING… It all makes sense now.

This is KICK AWESOME!!!

Kris is so FUNNY. I love seeing that side of him! Quick witted.

OMG if they ever doubted that he could be a star, this is incredible. Love me some Kris.

Kris’ homecoming vid is making me tear up

eta: i feel a little emotionally manipulated now w/all that “quiet humble Kris!” yesterday and now showing all the love he got at home. LOL but it’s ok

Kris’ video seems much more like a farewell video than a highlight video… hope not…

It may not be a good thing that they are spending so much time on Kris’s homecoming day. It may be that this is his swan song. Making me more nervous now.

Omg… Kris’ dad just made me cry…

PLease let it be Kris X Adam.. :praystojoepesci

Awww…I love the homecomings. (sniffle)

Kris looks like a deer in the headlights right now.

If they send Kris to the bottom 2 spot. I’ll scream!

Add Kris’ Dad to the list of loveable parents this season.

Oh…this is a pimp of all pimp packages….it’s setting Kris up for getting him more votes next week’s.

I thought for sure they would call him safe. crap. that would be drama.

I think since adam is last they will announce him safe FIRST!!!!

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Did we hear Danny sing in the Homecoming shots? I don’t think so. Hmmm.

Damn, Kris’ family made me cry.

OK….we really need to have a Kris and Adam finale. I don’t care who wins

awww, Kris. I think I love you even more after seeing your homecoming.

Anyone remember what order Cook, Archie, and Syesha were called out last year? Just curious.

WAtching on Rickey.org. Man! the lag is bad! Rickey just clutched his chest! Ha Ha Ha…

Anybody has a better stream?

I think since adam is last they will announce him safe FIRST!!!!

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Plzzzzzzz be this!!!!!!!!!

Oh my word, Kris’s family is adorable. :wub_tb:

Literally crying over here. LOVE Kris. LOVE his parents and his little niece, I’m assuming. Love his humor and poignancy. That video killed Danny’s.

And for everyone who was discussing this earlier: I don’t think his wife’s pregnant. She just likes those shirts that make her look like she is. Evidence: her fitted dress on the car in the parade.

Did I miss something? Did they show (or even play in the background) Danny singing? This is Kris’ version of Falling Slowly….

Agree. Kris’s homecoming video >> Danny’s homecoming video. Editing… him… what does that mean?

Is he getting paid for doing the Lenscrafter heart sign?

The heart is for his fans from the AI boards, which they asked him to do on each show.

That was a great homecoming package for Kris.

Why am I a bundle of nerves? Ahhhhh!

I think since adam is last they will announce him safe FIRST!!!!

I was thinking the same thing

Maybe someone has mentioned this already — having a tough time refreshing the page — but….

Notice: not a single note from Danny during his package.

Probably couldn’t find any that were in tune!

Oh man….do we have to wait even longer for Adam’s homecoming. I so so wanted to be there. :cry_wp:

Damn it Ryan. Sometimes I HATE you.

May I ask why? Just wondering…

Anyone remember what order Cook, Archie, and Syesha were called out last year? Just curious.

Last year’s order was Archie, Syesha, then Cook.

Teared up for both Danny’s and Kris’ homecomings..esp Kris’…the dad moment was amazing…love Kris…you done good kiddo!

Saving the best for last…just like last year with DC…

it is possible I may pee my pants….

friggin commercials :tongue2_tb:

The people who make these packages obviously don’t know who is going home tonight. They say nothing about the results. At best, they only indicate who had the best footage to work with.

Jordin looks great! She’s not wearing a bag for once!

Jordin Sparks is really becoming a beautiful woman and she looks a little thinner. Maybe I just like this dress better than the one last year.

Kris’s homecoming was way better than Gokey’s.

Best I have seen Jordin look. Very pretty.

Crud, very nervous for Adam. Why oh why did I just eat taco’s. Think I am going to hurl.

I’m SO happy! Jordin isn’t wearing a bag!!! YAY! She looks great! :wub_tb: :cool1_tb: :smile1_tb:

Not crazy about Jordin’s dress, but she still looks great

Why is Jordin singing before we get Adam’s home package?

I think since adam is last they will announce him safe FIRST!!!!

Ditto on that.

Jordin looks really pretty.

(By the way, as a your non-typical AI net-fan, she remains the only Idol I have purchased any post-show music of — the No Air single.)

This is the best season 6 had to offer?

I hope I don’t lose this site tonight. I did last night and I missed sharing the show with all of you.

is it just my feed or is the sound really bad on Jordin’s song? eww…and pitchy too.

I kind of love this song! I hadn’t listened to it before now.

Wow Jordin has grown up

They’re showing the homecoming packages in the order that they performed last night. The same was done last year.

ETA: Wow, Jordin looks fantastic! Definitely glammed it up for tonight.

Wow. that’s THE BEST i have ever seen Jordin in all respects.

WHY are they skipping over Adam for Jordin Sparks? Pretty rude to a kid that’s given his all – and given AI huge ratings to boot.

I like the last-will-be-safe-first post. But I don’t know. Ryan has a smirk tonight.

Jordin looks gorgeous – kinda like Leona v 2.0. And she’s selling this song really well – just not my cuppa.

WOW Jordin sounds amazing

wow that was an amazing homecoming for kris
that riverfest crowd and the tickertape parade
kris telling everyone not to cry was cute

Urgh, more commercials!

Was Jordin prerecorded? That didn’t look like the judges in the seats.

DANNY NEEDS TO GO HOME.

Jordin looks HOOOOOOOOTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!

I remember them declaring David Archuleta in the finale first. I remember Cook putting his arm around him and pointing him out to the audience.

If Adam is declared safe first, I’m extremely worried for Kris. But I think Kris would be declared safe first if he really was safe, it would make good TV, we know how they love that. So if Adam really is declared safe after his homecoming, yikes!

Kris‘ homecoming was all kinds of wonderful.
I’m shaking and crying.

WHY are they skipping over Adam for Jordin Sparks? Pretty rude to a kid thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s given his all – and given AI huge ratings to boot.

Exactly. Because most people are waiting to see Adam. and they WILL wait.

Gosh. How I dislike this girl…Ugh.

Jordin’s vocal wasn’t anything special, but her stage presence has gotten much better.

And has she lost a few pounds? Or is it because she’s actually not wearing a tent? That’s the first time I’ve seen her legs.

That song is going to blow up on itunes.

Wow. This is the first Jordin Sparks song that I’m kind of digging (which probably means it won’t do as well as the others!)

are they doing a group performance tonight?

LOL. I dunno about you guys, but i am fucking STOAKED about Glee Club. The previews have completely sold me.

Because I’m so nervous I can’t remember do they just announce who is going home or do they start with one being safe and then the final two.

I suppose it doesn’t matter what they have done in the past since they have been changing things. I just want to know already…geez. I can’t believe my hands are shaking. I have never felt like this in regards to a show. Man I feel like crap!!!

Me too jz. It was beautiful. I think they will announce Adam safe first because the real drama tonight is between Kris and Danny to be in the final with him.

Just for reference, the hometown package order for season 5 was: Taylor, Katherine, then Elliott

She was horrible. The song is disgusting. Ryan Tedder is a media whore. Jordan’s taken to channeling Beyonce Knowles. wtf? She should just be herself!!

Oh hi, formal Idols!

ew, jordin sparks was trying to hard to be all fierce, it didnt work for me.

although she looks a bit better.

Holy shit, that awful Jordin song is a complete rip-off of “Our God is An Awesome God.” And that lightning bolt was LOL funny!

she looked hot

Ooh he got in “CBS” studios. Cool Adam.
Zing to Fox.

I am not a fan of Jordin. She is my least favorite Idol winner. But I think that she looks good tonight, and I liked the song that she sung more than other songs of hers that I have heard. I think that Ryan Tedder is a pretty decent songwriter.

There was Jasmine and Allison. Cute.

*Searches Ebay to see how much that Guitar Hero Guitar Adam signed is going for*

Wow Jordin has grown up

That was my first though too

I hope my kids know CPR cause I’m having a heart attack here waiting.

danny had 1 chasing him adam had a herd

Aww that’s great. Adam had a big crowd at his highschool where he said he was kind of an outsider. That is awesome. It always makes me happy to see that.

Kris wins the hometown popularity contest…

STREAKER GIRL!!!!! Coming up!

THEY SHOWED STREAKER GIRL! :laugh_tb:

Kris wins the hometown popularity contest
Archie won that last year

FUCK KATY PERRY!!!

i want adam thru NOW!!!

“danny had 1 chasing him adam had a herd”

Girls were chasing Adams limo around San Diego.

Adam’s is so nervous. Kradam moment! Danny *pouts*

I am so thrilled they showed the Star Spangled Banner by Adam…. really thrilled.

I think that Adam got the best and longest video package. He got the “David Cook” type package.

I am glad to see Anoop in the audience. He looks great.

The camera panning to only a shot of Kris and Adam before the commercial, break, a sign that, they are the top 2?

Okay, good, he’s doing what he did last year. I think. But I want to know already. Katy Perry doesn’t exist in my world. Remember the Top 36 group 3 group song? Neither do i, the song didn’t exist.

Okay, enough being stupid, but Kris should be in the finale. Danny in it is an easy win, Adam in it is an interesting finale, and Danny will get no buzz due to Finale buzz.

You can tell who the BFFs of the top 3 are, eh? lol. KRADAM FOR THE FINALE!!

Gosh, where did they all park?

I just had to say that.

There was much less crying in the homecoming videos this year… :blink_tb:

Not as good as David Cook’s but YEAH! Rock on in for the win Adam!!

Kris and Adam are such good friends it always looks like. Although in the US Today article here on MJs it sounds really like Kris gets along well with both of them. Adam says he and Danny agree to disagree a lot.

Ahhh I’m so nervous. If it doesn’t go Kradam, I’m gonnna freak.

(Conession: I love Katy Perry.)

OMG ADAM LAMBERT LOL

ROFL why on earth did her cloak say Adam Lambert????

Katy Perry FTW!!!! Awesome cape!!

Did that say “Adam Lambert”???

no wonder Adam wanted to see Katy Perry!

Whine whine whine! Danny shuddup! Who said he wanted to see Perry? Adam? My feed freezing like mad! Whooo…..!!!!!! outfit dazzles!!! No wonder adam wants to see her!

Ohhhhh she had Adam’s name on her cape. ZING!

WOW
What is this garbage??

My heart is about to pop out of my chest……….

I saw the Caw Caw girl in the audience. I wonder if she will make any birdsounds for us tonight. LOL

LOL, greatest entry ever^^

Katy’s outfit! Love it! :laugh_tb:

I generally like her songs… not a fan of I Kissed A Girl, though. Waking Up in Vegas is my favorite for sure. So, yay!

Katy Perry can’t sing.

Have no idea who she is….an don’t wanna…bleh! (Sry Adam)

Just not my um…taste.

Eww. Katy Perry = eww.

WOW!!! Now i love Katy because of her CAPE!!!!! ADAM LAMBERT!!!! WOOOOOOO!!!!

Can imagine Simon itching to critique her performance.

SHE.CAN’T.SING. Ugh…..MORE commercials!

Not watching…reading here for updates…..C”MON!!!!!!!! hoping this site does not crash in five minutes…

This curret stuff out today is why THE 70S RULE

jlc, I Kissed a Girl and I LIked It. That Katy Perry.

I’m afraid to refresh for fear I will lose the site, but I can’t see other people’s comments without refreshing. It’s a delimma.

Nothing will beat David Cook’s homecoming clip. It was so amazing, it won an Emmy for Outstanding Picture Editing Of Clip Packages.

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!

OMG!!!!! I am so happy for Kris. So happy. That is soooooo awesome!

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

FINALLY, JUSTICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WE! PUT! THE! GO! IN! GOKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KRADAM KRADAM KRADAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAEEEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHH!

KRADAM FTW!

EEP.

/fangirl

OMG!!!!!! it became trueeeeeeeeee

God I’m soooooooo happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kris Adam!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That’s my boy Kris! YAY!!!!

YESSSS!!! OMFG!!! CAN U GUYS BELIEVE IT!!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?! HOOOOOOOOLY COW!!!!

Good Lord Saint Joe Pesci heard my pray!!!!

I screamed so loud my kids are freaking. Now my daughter is screaming with me!!!!!

OH MY GOD

HOLY SHIT

Oh I am so glad we got our Kris and Adam final. Fantastic!!!

YEEESSSSSSSSSS!!!!!

wow can’t believe it

I don’t care who wins now! I’m already a winner KRADAM…. KRADAM….. KRADAM!!!!!

WWWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

It’s the prefect Top Two. I don’t care who wins, they both are truly AMAZING in their own ways. GO KRADAM!!!

Okay, what in the hell is a big ding dong?

Yes!! Next week is going to be a great show!

Wow, Danny’s voice is really shot. Probably better for him to get booted now and not have to learn quite as many songs for next week.

This season’s results shows are FUCKING INSANE.

A big Ding-Dong, Simon? lol

KRIS DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

1 million between him and Adam, eh?? This is gonna be a crazy finale!!!!!!

Yeeeeeeeees!!!!! KRADAM!!! best finale ever!!! and only 1 milion votes on between…wow…

YESSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Faith in humanity, restored. Now I can watch the finale in peace.

And to British viewers out there, please translate “a big ding dong” in layman terms.

Yay got the final 2 I wanted!
Can’t wait for next week, love them both.

Okay, guys, I just have to say this. You know I love Kris and have been supporting him the entire season 8, but for the most part I really assumed Adam had it in the bag. I still think he will win, but I have to say I really liked Danny tonight. When I read that US Today article where Adam says he is in the show for the attention and Danny says he is on the show to touch people’s hearts, I think that says volumes about these two guys and where they are coming from. Makes me a little sorry that the final isn’t between Kris and Danny. I’m conflicted tonight when I thought I would be thrilled.

All together now! Let’s all do the hand-heart sign!!!!

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Rickey is calling MJ! Ha HA Ha…..

Congrats Kris and Adam fans!!

It really is the perfect finale for me. I like Kris alot but now, game on baby.

In truth, I wont be near as devestated if Kris wins this against Adam as I would be if Adam lost to Danny. What a week its gonna be.

and the internet goes wild in 3, 2…..

party at Slezaks house?

AHHHHHHHHHHHHH! YES!!! my stupid BB fell and the battery popped out…took FOREVER to get it restarted…then i come home and my computer takes FOEVER to refresh the page…….so much stress but all worth it!!! im about to cry im so freakin happy.

once again, emotionally tied to this stupid show…agh! LOL

I will miss Danny. I really like him. I wish him well and hope that he gets to have some sort of decent career in music. I look forward to seeing him singing in the finale next week, in the group performances and in his duet. I also look forward to seeing Matt sing and duet with someone, and Allison. And I definitely look forward to seeing my favorite contestant from this season Anoop sing again.

ShariG May 13th, 2009 at 10:03 pm

Okay, what in the hell is a big ding dong?

What Simon wishes were in his….

nevermind.

Faith in humanity, restored. Now I can watch the finale in peace.

And to British viewers out there, please translate à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“a big ding dongà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  in layman terms.

THIS!! Huge DEEP BREATHY SIGH…

An enjoyable finale with two guys I like. YAY, can’t wait! (I do agree with dingo, game on, but me still likey Kris, just not as much as Adam…or Lava Girl… )

And, my Cookie will be there too, yes? Anyone? Anyone?

I thought Jordan did really, really well. Nice job, girl! Not my cuppa, really, but she looked and sounded great.

LOL at Katy. Loved the outfit, ok maybe just the cape, alright perhaps just the back of it, yeah possibly just the stitching!!! Fun, but then again, way to further polarize the already polarizing, girl! ;-P Oh well, fans is fans…

Last year, the Finale stpryline was David vs David – youth vs. experience, rock growl vs. angelic tone, etc. This year, it’s going to be Frontrunner vs. Underdog, Theatrics vs. Understated Simplicity, Thater Boi vs Boy Next Door. Interesting.

OMG I’M SHAKING AND CRYING

YESYESYEYSEYSEYSEYEYSYEYSEYSYES

HELL I CAN’T EVEN TYPE

WE DID TI AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KRADAM FINALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Theater boi vs Boy Next Door is vastly more palatable than the Gay vs Fundie we were threatened with. This final two has the Anibundel Seal of Approval.

OMGOMGOMGOMG

WE PUT THE F*CKING GO IN GOKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KRADAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have to call it now for Kris next week, unless he lays a big turd on the stage. I can’t help but think he will gain more of Danny’s fanbase than Adam will, and there was only 1MM votes separating the two. I just think of Danny’s fans, more will vote for Kris than for Adam, of those who will still be voting. The casual fan will vote for whoever they think is better on the night. I’m more of an Idol fan than a Kris or Adam fan, although I do think Kris needs to win more than Adam does.

I think this proves once again and hopefully finally that votes count.

AHHHHHHHH this is the most stressful show in the world to watch. I’m so happy Danny is gone, I like Kris and I think he and Adam truly like each other. That said, I’m voting for Adam ’cause he is the better singer….

a big ding dong = a very close battle

…at least that’s what I understand by it. I can’t vouch for Simon, necessarily…;)

ETA – I agree with you, gingerly.

If there’s only a million in it then Kris pretty much only has to turn up next week to win. He’ll snag far more of Danny’s voters than Adam will.

Nice to see the Go finally put in Gokey though…

Last year, the Finale stpryline was David vs David – youth vs. experience, rock growl vs. angelic tone, etc. This year, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s going to be Frontrunner vs. Underdog, Theatrics vs. Understated Simplicity, Thater Boi vs Boy Next Door. Interesting.

I hadnt thought about it like that. I thought Adam/Danny would be more appealing just cuz they seem so different personality wise, but now that I read what you wrote, Im liking this KRADAM finale.

Sorry for that weird text in my previous post. Was trying to draw an ASCII heart. :razz_wp:

Yeah! It’s “Friend of Dorothy” vs “Puppies and Rainbows” :clap_tb:

Next week’s setpiece. One big heck of a rainbow!!!!

Am listening to Rickey/Jim/MJ on the phone on rickey.org. Pop in to listen.

Ding-dong – 2 extremes? Flip-flop votes? Crazy, as in bells and birds floating around the head?

I’m really excited for the finale…it should be a good one!

a big ding dong = a very close battle

yep, neck and neck, haven’t heard that expression in ages.

although I do think Kris needs to win more than Adam does

On what basis? I hear this a lot, with no idea what that means. They both need and want to win, no one needs it more than the other!

It will be a great finale next week….Anywyas, all i care about………….

ADAM’s IN THE FINALE..YIPPPPPPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!! :thumbup_tb:

Big Ding Dong = A bell to start the huge battle between two champs.

Wait only Kris and Adam sing a duet right??

AND DANNY GOKEY IS FUCKING GOOOOOOOOOOOON EEEEEEEEEEEE

YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!! :clap_tb:

A big ding dong in the UK means a close run competition or fight. It can also mean a lively argument.

In this case I think simon meant that it would be an entertaining final .. a close thing between the two of them.

DING DONG!!!Love it!

LOL, I was going to use the smileys but just like mj’s has been hard to get to recently, so are they!!!!

True confessions of a Kris fan! I cheered when he made it! Yes!!!!

However, I screamed when Adam made it!!!!! I have to admit that even though I am so proud and happy to have Kris in the finals, it would not have been the same without Adam.

These two deserved it so much!!!!

LOL, at Katy Perry’s cape. Do you think she’s rooting for Adam? Duh!

Wow, I think that next week’s going to be a real humdinger would have made more sense than ding dong. Thanks for your insights Simon. LOL.

kris is guaranteed to win. absolutely no doubt about it.

if any of dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s fans stick around, theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll toss their votes to kris.

and kris will pick up millions of votes from people who will want him to win so he can get his chance to shine.

adam is guaranteed to make it humumgous big in the industry. people know that and so theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll vote for kris cuz he needs the win more than adam.

and the great thing is adam will be just fine with kris winning. theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re best buds!!!

what a terrific season now that douche-bag is gone!!!1!!1!!!

wordnerdarchie
May 13th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Katy Perry canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t sing.

Nope, she can’t, but she looks damn good. Jordin can definitely sing, but she’s not got Katy Perry’s looks. Then there’s Alicia Keys who has it all, but she didn’t sing. She had somebody sing for us who she said was singing in English, but I’m not convinced…

I really did like Danny… no near as much as Adam, but I did enjoy most of his stuff.. he’s a better singer than Kris, but Kris brought it on the last song “Heartless”…

Does it matter who wins? I’m just glad Adam made the finale, they both get to perform on the last show… both will get a car… and BOTH will get a record deal… so what’s the deal about winning? It wouldn’t suck, but it’s not the be all..end all, right?

YAY!!!!
Kris Allen is in the finale with Adam!
: )
: ) : )
: ) : ) : )

OMG KRIS/ADAM DUET NEXT WEEK
YES YES YES

THE GO HAS BEEN PUT IN GOKEY!!! JESUS FINALLY TOOK THE WHEEELLL!!!
HALLELUJAH!!!!

….I am waaayyyyy too emotionally invested in this season.

It’s a KRADAM FINALE!!! WOOT! We made it happen! Not so much of a pipedream anymore ain’t it Slezak? HAHAHA. Anyway, I’m so very happy for them. Now it’s no holds barred. Anyone can win! I’m so happy, my blog came out so fast!!! HAHAHA

FIESTA TIME!!! TIME TO CELEBRATE!!! IT’S A BIG DING DONG ALRIGHT!!!

A big Ding-Dong, Simon? lol

Last year at this point he said “humdinger”…lol

wow, wonder how many votes were btween 3 and 1

danny is gone, danny is gone

there is a god, there is a god, there is a god!!!!1!!1!!!!!

Hopefully….it means that “ding dong, the witch is dead”….as in the screaching, witch that is Adam…..

Alright. Thanks British folks for the explanation once again.

And we finally get 3 songs next week. No?

WHEW!! I still have 1hr20min until the show airs, but I knew there was no way I could sit ‘blind’ through that show without destroying a pillow or injuring my teeth. Now I can relax – until next Tuesday.

I am quite worried though, wondering where Danny’s fans are going to put their votes (if they bother). I truly hope they can practice what they preach and vote for the best singer, not *against* one simply because they don’t like his ‘lifestyle’. I don’t pretend to know a single thing about Christianity, but the latter approach seems to me, to go against the whole “love thy neighbour/do unto others” thing. (shrug) Oh well, at this point, quà © sera, sera.

I did not watch live…so I am eagerly waiting on MJ’s videos!

This is fantastic! It is clear that Adam and Kris are genuine friends. They will do their thing next week, and let America decide. Each will be happy for the other.

Does this mean that we can keep hoping for “Under Pressure”? It would be fabulous! They would have a freaking blast!

Okay, as much as I don’t appreciate Adam’s style, I’m really freaking glad he’s in the finale over Gokey. I admit, Gokey would’ve been an easier win for Kris, but I still think Kris has a chance. Seriously, 1 million votes between Adam and Kris? Out of 88 million? Geez, Kris has a chance!

And I am SO. FREAKING. RELIEVED that Kris is in the finale.

Good job, Glamberts (okay, I hate that term, but I had to use it!) and… umm… The KRIStened Ones? Personally i haven’t followed the name of our group of Kris fans. As much as I hate this pun, I’m glad to say, we put the GO in GOKEY!

Okay, guys, I just have to say this. You know I love Kris and have been supporting him the entire season 8, but for the most part I really assumed Adam had it in the bag. I still think he will win, but I have to say I really liked Danny tonight. When I read that US Today article where Adam says he is in the show for the attention and Danny says he is on the show to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts, I think that says volumes about these two guys and where they are coming from. Makes me a little sorry that the final isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t between Kris and Danny. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m conflicted tonight when I thought I would be thrilled.

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You really believe that ANYONE’s reason for going on AI is to touch people’s hearts?? When I read that in USA it made me feel even more irritated with Danny because I felt that he came off as fake and insincere. What a corny and cliche thing to say. Blech. No one goes on a reality show, where the prize is a recording contract with a major label (with the added possibility of selling millions of albums) to “touch people’s hearts”. Sorry!

I am sooooooooooooooo happy Adam made it!! Danny sang so beautifully tonight. He deserved his top 3 spot. Next week… its gonna be on!!! I hope they sing 3 songs.

Katy Perry is an Adam fan… who would have known it?? lol

By the way, don’t be so sure Kris will get all of Danny’s votes. Next week is a clean slate and we start alllll over.

you are so beautiful to be gone……

dream on, danny, dream on……

oh, such sweet music to my ears – the sound of danny doing a sing-out!

Yay!! Go Adam!! :wub_tb:

Looks like Danny got the Melinda Doolittle treatment. For some reason, I think he was ready to call it quits. Just a feeling I had. I do think he’ll go the Christian route, as did Melinda. It’s all good. He got the exposure he needed. And, yes, his voice sounds shot. Like Daughtry, I think he is singing from the throat, and not the diapraghm.

Yay for Kris! I, too, think he will pick up Gokey’s fans. Danny and Adam are just polar opposites and Kris fits snugly in the middle. Plus, I think Kris picked up Anoop and Matt’s fans.

It’s going to be an interesting finale at any rate. I believe that Kris’s style of music is more relevant, but, what do I know? I just know what I like and what I don’t like and I don’t like the way Adam screams.

Game on!

I hope Kris wipes the floor with Adam’s pimped ass next week. What’s next – Ryan wearing Katy Perry’s Adam Lambert cape at the finale? UGHHHH

KRADAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FGHJMKRTFGJHTDHGJ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KRADAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :jittery_tb: :clap_tb: :thumbup_tb: :shock_tb: :wub_tb: :clap_tb: :jittery_tb:

I have an itching feeling Kris wins this thing.

Oh hell to the yeah!!! Perfect final 2!!!

From my trusty Free Online Dictionary,

Ding-dong-
1. (of an argument, fight etc) vigorous, with first one side then the other seeming to win.

2. a noisy argument

Guess both definitions work here.

I have to call it now for Kris next week, unless he lays a big turd on the stage. I canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t help but think he will gain more of Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s fanbase than Adam will, and there was only 1MM votes separating the two. I just think of Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s fans, more will vote for Kris than for Adam, of those who will still be voting.

I wouldn’t be so fast to jump to the conclusion that Kris will win. I think a lot of Danny fans might not vote at all. Or vote for Adam if he has a good day (I am assuming not all of Danny fans are hard core Christians who hate gay people, just a guess ).

I think that it’s going to be hugely important how well they sing in the finals.
Anyways, I am just happy Adam made it this far. Both Cook and Archie are having careers of pretty much the same magnitude, so I think there’s potential for both Kris and Adam to have great, though different, careers at this point.

and Danny says he is on the show to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts,

And you believed him???

And Adam doesn’t mean “attention”, he means “exposure” as in, to further his career.

Wow America you got it right !!! Congratulations all around !
Wow the room mates and the best friends and the ones with such decent and wonderful families . Love this.

The finale will be a great show. Does not matter now who will win. ( To think they both have exactly the same winnings – contract, car, exposure, tour )

Two very different music genres . Great, just great.

Whew, I am so relieved.

Thank you very much all.

Screamed for both Kris and Adam too. Wow… what a wonderful, unexpected finale.

I don’t know if I feel sorry for Gokey or do I feel sorry for his fans. I feel this rush of hatred from them. Even if they all flood over to vote for Kris out of SPITE, I do not mind. Kris has demonstrated his potential and if he wins – I can live with it because he is one of the 2 people in this well deserved finale.

Did you notice that Kris and Adam had the same shade of blue nail polish. LOL. He only had a thumb though.

I can’t believe how shocked the judges were…

If they would stop being so self-involved and actually pay attn…they might learn something—from the viewing public.

So a big ding-dong has nothing to do with Hostess and chocolate and unidentifiable but creamy fillings?

Lol, a big ding dong = a huge fight. U’d say that phrase in reference to an ugly argument or fight. In other words it’s going to be a fight to the bitter end for the win.

Personally, I think Kris is in the box seat, as he’ll get most of Danny’s votes. I lost my fav several weeks ago, but out of the two I want Adam. In my mind his talent is way more unique and deserving. That said, Kris seems a lovely guy.

I am so so happy! Kris is safe! Gokey goes!

lol “we put the GO in Gokey!” funny stuff!!

I’m SOOOOOOOOOO happy Danny is gone.

I had to laugh at Kara, cause all she kept saying was “oh my god, oh my god” when kris was announced in the finale,adam was announced in the finale/Danny was going home.

it would be so odd to be sitting at home all these years and then all of a sudden be a JUDGE on a IDOL and witness who is the finale.

stephen fowler is on the local cleveland news right now talking about the results. this guy was seriously in the top 36??

Enjoy Anastasia. It is a nice show. Loved the homecoming footage, especially Kris’s. It was really amazing. All three were kind of tear jerkers. Kris’s dad was so proud of him it was so sweet. Katy Perry was awful. Jordin Sparks looked good, not so sure about the song. Kris and Adam are in the final. Danny looked sad and the judges looked stunned. I really don’t think they knew. Gives me hope the show is at least a little bit on the up and up.

I can’t believe that the two best are in the final! I think America got this right. And I think that Adam is going to have to be really good next week if he is going to win this. I want Adam to win, but for the first time, I will be happy if either finalist wins. It’s also unbelievable that these two guys are truly friends!

Does this mean that we can keep hoping for à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Under Pressureà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ? It would be fabulous! They would have a freaking blast!

:thumbup_tb:

And I just loved Katy Perry’s Adam Lambert cape!

So glad it is an Adam and Kris finale! Hmmmm…I guess the iTunes popularity bars were right after all.

Danny seemed relieved.

I think Kris has a bruised thumb. Not sure it’s nail polish, but could be wrong.

I think Gokey’s fans will vote and I don’t think Danny hates gays/ Just because he is a Christian doesn’t mean he hates anyone. That seems to be a stereotype that people have. It isn’t necessarily true.

I have a maybe somewhat obvious question for you guys but do both winner and runner-up get a record deal guaranteed? I am totally a Kris fan and excited for him if that’s the case. However, I wonder what will happen with his deal. Simon and co don’t seem to like him that much. (To prove my point: Note, Simon said blah blah blah… it’ll be a ding dong… and you know Adam we have always liked you… I think that strongly implied that they don’t like Kris as much).

i’m dancing with JOY!!!

wooooooohooooooo, danny is gone!!!1!1!!!!

:jittery_tb: :clap_tb: :jittery_tb: :clap_tb:

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! KRADDAAAAAMMMMM! BEST TOP TWO EVERRRR!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! My voting for Kris payed off!! :jittery_tb: :jittery_tb: :clap_tb: :clap_tb:

Kradam next week! Hooray! I’m so happy!

Katy Perry and Adam know each other. Adam said so in his Top 36 interview with Stevie. He just mentioned it in passing, not name dropping like Randy Jackson…

I agree with you uhohnogo

No one goes on a reality show, where the prize is a recording contract with a major label (with the added possibility of selling millions of albums) to à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s heartsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . Sorry!

Adam FTW!!! This is a singing competition, after all! :happy_tb:

Oh my goodness. I haven’t posted since last year, but OMG. JZ, I love it. Jesus finally took the wheel. Too funny.

OMG!OMG!OMG!OMG!OMG!OMG!…….There realllllly is an American Idol God!!

Personally, I think Kris is in the box seat, as heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll get most of Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s votes.

I agree Kiwifan. Danny’s voters will break Kris and I fully expect him to win. And I am ok with that even though Adam has always been my favorite. Kris is a nice guy and I think he will put out an very non Idol-like album. If Adam should win he’d do the same. Either way it will be a new type of Idol this year. And that is good.

Love Kris, but Adam is the better singer ya’ll

yeah, kris has the southern vote…gotta watch out for them

I think this is going to work out the best for Danny because of all the hating thats out there .

..people would have tried real hard to make it bad for him…

.and as a previous poster said .

.looked like he was tired…

Does anyone else think that maybe Kris’ wife isn’t all sunshine and roses?

She looks a little bit *itchy sometimes.

True confessions of a Kris fan! I cheered when he made it! Yes!!!!

However, I screamed when Adam made it!!!!! I have to admit that even though I am so proud and happy to have Kris in the finals, it would not have been the same without Adam.

Same here. Both of them are incredible. And to be honest, even though I’m a massive Kris fan, I’m totally at peace with whatever happens next week. If Kris wins, I’ll be ECSTATIC. But if Adam wins, I’ll still be thrilled for both of them.

My faith in America is (temporarily) restored, lol.

SO EXCITED For a Kradam finale.

Thought Simon’s comments were uncalled for (pimping Adam out already – STFU Simon!)

But it’s going to be a great finale, love that they’re both friends, and both of them will do will. Its almost Cook and Archie all over again.

I don’t really believe in the vote transfer thing. It will all come down to how they sing/perform next week.

Ok, MJ just edited her post, so I can go to rickey now for the chat. For some reason the live chat always lag for me, so I prefer the finalized version.

And there’s 2 parts to it? Wow, you people chatted for a very long time.

I would be much happier about this if I wasn’t completely worried SICK about where Danny fans’ votes will go. :/

and kris will pick up millions of votes from people who will want him to win so he can get his chance to shine.

adam is guaranteed to make it humumgous big in the industry. people know that and so theyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll vote for kris cuz he needs the win more than adam.

Well Kris made it into the finale and so I think he is already shining. And both Kris and Adam will have big careers and I’m sure the contracts are already drawn up and just waiting for the finale to be over so they can sign. I don’t think one NEEDS to win more than the other because they are winners already.

Now its just who gets the title of American Idol 2009. Really thats all they are going for now because they have amazing careers waiting for them when all this is over.

I am glad that Kris made it to the finale. He deserves to be there and so does Adam. I am just so happy right now. Adam was my favorite and Kris was my 2nd choice so this is a dream come true for me. I can’t wait until the tour.

Argh, I’m seriously crying right now. I know most people here dislike Danny, but he and Kris have been my Top 2 since Top 36 so it’s just upsetting to see him go. Congrats to everyone who wanted a Kradam finale though

Definitely rooting for Kris next week.

I lurked for a bit over at the AI forums…Danny fans already pledging to vote for Kris–or not at all.

If a singer can’t touch people’s hearts, then they don’t need to be singing. If it’s all about the fame and attention then that person is very shallow indeed.

Hated Kate Perry and her outfit. People are assuming that Adam was the top vote getter, but, it could’ve been Kris. There were only 1 million votes separating them, and we don’t know who got the most. Just saying……………

KRADAM! wooohoo!
Funny thing, the music I actually listen to is more Kris’s style (jack johnson, john mayer)
But I can’t help but root for ADAM! He’s just sooo intriguing, his voice can do ANYTHING and he’s just so damn interesting!!

adam’s the better singer and i am an adam fan, but kris is going to win it.

there’s nothing more appealing than supporting the underdog to win.

adam is already guaranteed huge success. kris needs the win.

this is kris’ to lose…..he is more NOW….and those little girlies just seem to loveS him…..and they R excellent votaHs

Okay, I said I would be back if I was wrong.. I WAS WRONG..im so happy..i love kris and adam. Im just so glad gokey is gone gone gone…Kris is my favorite, but im gonna say this in all honesty..I love them both and I think Adam is a genuinely nice and sincere person with a great voice>>> Its gonna be a great final

Did anyone else think adams home thingee was really similar to cooks?

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t really believe in the vote transfer thing. It will all come down to how they sing/perform next week

I don’t believe it in this case with Danny fans. I think that most of them won’t be voting next week. I do think that it is going to come down to how Kris and Adam perform next week and that the casual voters which will be the deciding factor in who wins. Especially since, there was only a million votes separating them this week.

I wouldn’t be too quick to call this for Kris. Adam will be formidable in the finale. I fully expect him to bring his “A” game next week. No more fooling around.

My Mom called me from back east to tell me that Adam was in the finale! I didn’t want to wait out here in L.A. to find out. I couldn’t stand it anymore. I started crying and haven’t stopped!

I am happy because this is the right finale two. These two guys deserve to be there. They have delivered and shown real artistry and originality. I am thrilled! This does renew my faith in humanity. America got it absolutely right!

I never participated in some of the hatespeak online regarding Danny. I have no personal animus towards him. I just believe that he has underperformed all through the final 13. He played it safe, stayed in his comfort zone and did just enough to get through. But that should NOT be enough to win Idol. Therefore, I believe that the result was fair and accurate.

Okay, Adam, game on! I want another Mad World moment next week! Also, maybe singing Somebody to Love by the great Freddie Mercury would do it.

I can’t wait until next week! YAY!!!!!

I

daydreamingfan …yup, top 2 get record deals

im soooo looking forward to this worthy finale…will the format be the same? coronation song, artist’s choice, repeat song for the season? if so….

coronation song: could go either way, i can see both having a good or tough time w. a sappy ballad

artist’s choice: tie! both are creative, both can bring it and both can be relevant

repeat song: tie again…..adam go do mad world (rock week is too recent, i would want him to repeat himself so soon)..and kris can bring it again with aint no sunshine or falling slowly (w. guitar this time)

outcome? anyone’s game and thats how i love it. i really hope both guys do well and i wish them nothing but the best….WHOOP! :clap_tb: :clap_tb:

Yes I noticed the blue nail polish . I always noticed that after Adam performs Kris family are always among the first to give him a Standing -O. I also noticed Adam’s Mom in the background booing Simon for giving Kris a bad review.

I am so glad for the both of them. This two should set the tone for all the fans and for everyone else – there is no room for hate and recriminations.

Now we can just judge them by their performance and the music genre that they will choose to carry moving forward. All those ugly personal comments have no place anymore in the evaluation of their performance. This two are teaching us all a lesson on how we should move forward with our IDOL Craziness.

Thanks Adam. Thanks Kris.

Danny’s fans wont vote…when your favorite is voted off you dont vote in mass…NEVER happens…sorry…

Adam wins easily!

none of danny’s fans are going to go to adam. no way.

kris has this it won.

for adam to win, he needed to be way out in front of the votes – actually, he need to have more than 50% of the vote.

with only 1 million separating him and kris – kris will win.

…they may be sharing more than nail polish—–

Did you see Pauler’s jaw drop when Kris was announced safe?? Ha! Take that, b*tch! No more “see you in the finals” for Gokey! No offense to Gokey, I just hate it when she looked like she was having an orgasm with the prediction.

I feel sorry for Gokey’s fans, so close yet so far.

Go Kradam!

ETA: mj, is there any possibility you could put up the photos of judges’ faces when that happened? I would appreciate that, thank you! Haha.
(Randy was doing the bowing thing to Kris though )

Next week is going to be DA BOMB.

I’M GOING TO LOVE EVERY MINUTE BECAUSE I DON’T CARE WHO WINS BECAUSE I LOVE THEM BOTH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(On a quieter note…after watching all that homecoming footage I have to confess…I’m ashamed to be a girl. No wonder no one takes us seriously.)

yeah, kris has the southern voteà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦gotta watch out for them

Kris doesn’t have this Southern vote. This Southern girl has been voting her a$$ off for Adam!

I wouldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t be so fast to jump to the conclusion that Kris will win. I think a lot of Danny fans might not vote at all. Or vote for Adam if he has a good day (I am assuming not all of Danny fans are hard core Christians who hate gay people, just a guess ).

Let them assume Kris is going to win. Its just wishful thinking, particularly since no one has even sung yet. LOL Besides, it’ll take a little pressure off of Adam. Its obvious he’s just happy to be there.

I’m just happy Adam is in the final. He is going to be the star of this season no matter if he wins or not. he’s guaranteed a recording contract now, and the industry LOVES him!! Which means they will invest in him heavily. I can’t wait to buy his album now!!!

What Adam MUST do:
Give entire viewing audience a “moment” – ala Mad World or even Ring of Fire. Get in deep and touch the viewer. Next week needs to be about raw emotion.

He’s up against the momentum of Kris. A terrific, halting, and haunting performance by Adam will stop that train cold. In the face of a Mad World type performance even Kris fans will concede.

Adam, you’ll lose it if you do what OTHERS perceive as “wailing.” Give us emotion, show us your desire to win – HAVE FUN, ala Play that Funky Music and wrap this thing up already!

As for who is the better singer, that’s subjective. It depends on what type of music one prefers, and I prefer Kris’ laid-back style over Adam’s flashy, flamboyant one. Just a matter of taste, but, it will be a great finale.

I’m totally laughing my ass off right now. And not cause Danny is going home and the fact that two nice guys finished 1 and 2. But at all of the posters who absolutely hated season 8 at the start and knew that it would be the worst season ever and that none of the good singers made it because of the elimination format and that there wasn’t anybody interesting, etc. etc.

Well, I for one think it has turned out just fine….

I think Kris has a bruised thumb. Not sure ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s nail polish, but could be wrong.

Honey that was 100000% nail polish.
Kris and Adam are BFFs yo.

Yes, we can have a Kramdam final, America! Yes, we can!

Two of the best singers will be competing for the title. Excellent. Wish Allison was part of the mix, but other than that? Well done, America. Well done. :clap_tb:

Simon said blah blah blahà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll be a ding dongà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ and you know Adam we have always liked youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦ I think that strongly implied that they donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t like Kris as much

I didn’t see it that way at all. I think Simon seemed pleased it was Kris and not Gokey, he said no disrespect to Danny but this was going to be a great final, meaning imo that they had two really great finalists. I thought he seemed pleased it was Kris and not Danny, at least that’s how I interpreted it.

I don’t think it is a given that Kris gets Danny’s votes. I don’t think you can underestimate the anti-votes when it gets down to the final 2 and 3. Just ask Clay Aiken, ahead all season and then ends up runner up. A whole lot of people didn’t like Danny and didn’t like the heavy pimping he got all season and were especially outraged on rock night. That worked in Kris’ favor. Now whether those people stay with Kris or go with Adam really is unknown. In either case, getting these two into the finals is a major accomplishment for those feeling under seige all season by judges’ pimping and homophobia. Of course…it should have been Allison.

Finally, the people told the emperor he has no clothes! The judges’ shameless pimping was no longer tolerated. Long live Kradam!

Congrats to Kris! Though Adam’s my favorite and I’m hoping he wins, I can’t think of anyone better or more deserving to join him in the finale.

Surprisingly, I’m sad for Danny. He wasn’t one of my top 3 favorites, but he does have talent and probably had the best of intentions throughout the show. He’s right though – he’s come a long way in 10 months and I wish him continued success.

I don’t want to get too cocky – Most of Danny’s votes are likely going to go to Kris now and a gloating fanbase isn’t going to help Adam’s cause. I think Kris has proven himself to be a real contender for the title. Still, I feel strongly it’s still Adam’s to lose!

Best luck for the future, Danny. I’m gonna miss him

Adam has nothing to gain next week. Of course he SHOULD win. I mean, Kris Allen…the next american idol?! it doesnt fit at all. If kris were to win, all the focus would be on, “OMG what an upset. Kris didnt deserve to win. and ppl only voted for him because they dont like adam,”

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

I have to call it now for Kris next week, unless he lays a big turd on the stage.

I won’t count on anything next week. A lot of people vote splitted between Adam-Kris because they were committed to this final — and to knock out Danny. I actually believe the winner next week will be the one who brings his A game.

Adam was clearly off this week, but he has a very well thought out strategy. Even if he had a great night, “Crying” was a safe song choice and the arrangement seemed to be designed to make sure that he kept his fans but didn’t screw up. The worst possible situation for Adam would be to have another amazing “Mad World” performance that he couldn’t top in the final. Adam needed to lower expectations.

Kris needed a knock out punch to stay alive. I think he is talented enough to come up with another great performance, but he needs to top “Heartless”, his best performance and arrangement of the entire competition — and that will be tough.

This is one final that I am really looking forward to.

repeat song for the season?

They didn’t do repeat song from the season last year. it was artist’s choice, producer’s choice, coronation song (well, artist’s choice of one of the top 10 contenders for the coronation song, but who’s quibbling?)

My happiness comes for Adam, and only him!!
There is no such person as Kradam.

never mind….

kris wasn’t wearing blue nail polish. his thumb was banged up.

Wow. I never thought Kris would be in the finale.
I think Kris is a great arranger and he can sing well but nothing special.

His range is limited and guys like him can be found everywhere in the music scene. So he is not ALL that when you get him out of the show.

Adam in the other hand can become a big star with the right songs. I think he deserves the title more than Kris and can carry the title much better. JMHO

But I am worried, because I don’t think Danny’s votes will go to Adam but Kris.
Kris as winner of Season 8? Can’t picture it. I just can’t but well it that what America wants so be it.

I felt for Danny…. wasn’t expecting that. He did a good job on his exit song.

I loved how Randy was bowing down to Kris hahaaa.

No group song tonight???? ….. interesting….

If a singer canà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts, then they donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t need to be singing. If ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s all about the fame and attention then that person is very shallow indeed.

I HONESTLY do not see how you can interpret what Adam said about going on AI to further his career in a negative way. It is obvious that he has been trying to break into show business for many years, and this show gave him the breakthrough he needed. Adam never said nor implied that it is all about the fame and attention. However, since singing is what he loves, and he therefore wants to make it his life’s work, he does need attention from producers, directors, media, whatever to help him achieve that dream. And it seems, God bless him, that he has succeeded marvelously.

AND FOR THE RECORD, Adam Lamber has “touched” MY “heart” more than any other contestant on American Idol. No, not every song he has done has been my favorite. But “Mad World”, “Tracks of My Tears”, “One”, “Black and White”….he made himself completely vulnerable…laid bare his deepest emotions for the entire world to see.

I agree with Paula when she said he is the “bravest” contestant AI has ever had.

I am so happy he made it to the final. He totally deserves it.

I picked Kris to win this whole thing in MJs pool back on the TOP 36 so you all who are jumping on the Allen Bandwagon late come on aboard.

Btw, I chose him based strictly on his head shot because I hadn’t heard him sing to that point. Honestly, that is how shallow I think this show is.

edit: RUDE

- Jordin’s song is vastly better than almost everything on her last album and she looked great, but she moves around the stage so unnaturally like she learned from the book.

- Simon was so lame tonight half-heartedly clapping for Alicia Keys and was the first to sit down after Jordin’s performance. Come on man. Show a little respect.

- Katy Perry’s eyes scare me, and that song is totally her version of Carrie Underwood’s “Last Name”. She can’t sing, but her cape amused me, so did Adam’s exclamation of “But I wanna see Katy Perry!” Heh.

- Danny’s Hometown package: The “Scream On” sign … Lol!

- Kris’s hometown package made me cry! Was not expecting that. I liked last season significantly more, and I don’t think I cried watching any of them (although Cook’s package made me really emotional). I think it was a combination of his family and that darn “Once” song.

- Lol at Adam trying to sign things out the window of the limo while it was moving!

- KRADAM FINALE! I totally lost my cable ’cause of the storm right after Katy Perry performed. When it came back Danny’s goodbye package was playing and all was well.

ETA: I find it strange how people are suddenly saying that Adam won’t win when he was pretty much a shoe in for the finale, while Kris was not. Logic dictates that the reactions should be the opposite. I know he’s polarizing, but it’s still a bit puzzling.

ETA: Ugh. Double Post.

Katy Perry and Adam know each other. Adam said so in his Top 36 interview with Stevie

yes they do, I remember him saying it in that interview

Re-watching it, Simon looked kind if happy when kris made it. Kris will win next week but Adam will have the better career. Similar to season 2

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

nope – taylor holds the crown for that. hands down.

I hope the judges learned their lesson. They should never say who will be in the finals early in the game.

Yea!!!! Yay!!!!
It will be a good finale, great contrasting talents.

Adam fans unite! Stay vigilant!

Understand we must vote until we can vote no more next week.

Why is it so important he wins? Because thousands, hundreds of thousands relate to not quite fitting in, and Adam winning represents a triumph for all who have “been there.”

‘Nuff said.

I wonder if Danny is thinking …

“thanks for the obscure 80′s song, Paula,…. Jesus H. , get a clue and get back on your meds…”

I am happy that Gokey is gone but I fear that Adam won’t have much of a shot next week even if he outperforms clearly Kris.

Kris has the cute all american boy style and he will be against the LA theater boy, who is going to get the more votes?
At this stage it’s not about the performances anymore, it’s about the story and the personality, Kris has more appeal to the voting public.

KRIS definitely has Adam’s nail polish on his thumb XD, pictures up on Top Idol site. I’m glad that they are such good friends – no one better to share the finale with.

I’m so happy for them both…

I’ve already been to a few sites where Danny’s fans are blaming Adam and vowing to vote for Kris. I’m a Glambert through and through, but it’s great to see Adam and Kris so happy for each other tonight. I want Adam to win, but am happy that he made it to the finale. But I do worry about revenge voters!

Did Adam see Katy Perry’s cape? After I saw that (there’s no way that got by TPTB) I had hope that Adam was safe! :biggrin_wp:

Lol at Adam trying to sign things out the window of the limo while it was moving!

I saw that too. Hilarious!!

Re-watching it, Simon looked kind if happy when kris made it. Kris will win next week but Adam will have the better career. Similar to season 2

Though my 2nd favorite, never in a million years did I think Kris could, maybe, bump off the greatest contestant to ever grace the AI stage. I think even Kris is shocked by the possibility. That said, I still strongly believe Adam will take it in the end.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ve already been to a few sites where Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s fans are blaming Adam and vowing to vote for Kris.

That’s ridiculous. How is it possibly “Adam’s fault”? Jeez!

Yay!!
Competition is over, they will have fun now. Neither one will mind too much losing to the other, I’m guessing. And they both get the big stage, big deals, etc.

So different from each other, it is really apples to oranges.

ETA: I hope they take a cue from Cook and do not reprise a previous song

Not rally dma, but it sounds good. It is a good sound bite in the Adam back story. See I think Kris needs to win for all of the humble nice guys. The whole world needs more Kris Allens.

“ShariG
May 13th, 2009 at 10:06 pm
Okay, guys, I just have to say this. You know I love Kris and have been supporting him the entire season 8, but for the most part I really assumed Adam had it in the bag. I still think he will win, but I have to say I really liked Danny tonight. When I read that US Today article where Adam says he is in the show for the attention and Danny says he is on the show to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts, I think that says volumes about these two guys and where they are coming from. Makes me a little sorry that the final isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t between Kris and Danny. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m conflicted tonight when I thought I would be thrilled.”

Everyone knows how AI works, it is more about to explore your career and gain fame. If Danny do want to touch people’s heart, there’re tons of other events he can go to. Plus, he is so confident that he can be that big to give influence to others at the very beginning? I’m not bashing him, that is really good, but speaking in front of the public, to be honest is much much more brave than to say nice words. plus, can I remind you Danny’s cake fight with Allison and after getting that $6000 bill, he said “AI didn’t cover it?”

saying is always easy.

Just because Archie has done well doesn’t mean that coming in second is a good thing. In general, it’s a bad thing because AI likes to making winning mean something.

I think they’d both benefit from a win. Adam lost alot of luster this week. If he has another bad week and loses to Kris, I don’t seem him coming out of this in glory. He needs to win. Kris def needs to win because in the end, he’s not all that great a singer.

I am happy that Gokey is gone but I fear that Adam wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t have much of a shot next week even if he outperforms clearly Kris.

Kris has the cute all american boy style and he will be against the LA theater boy, who is going to get the more votes?
At this stage ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s not about the performances anymore, ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s about the story and the personality, Kris has more appeal to the voting public

Very true, and he will probably win it……I dont care about Kris Allen, I think he’s completely boring with no personality, with a pleasant voice, but if that’s what America wants, so be it, I’m happy for him

My only concern was to get a chance to see Adam Lambert in the finale, and he will bring it and I will love it, and at least he made Top 2! Awesome! Anything that happens next week is a win for me

I think we got through a lot of boring contestants to get to a good top 4. They really dodged a bullet here, with Kris making the end so competitive.

I just hope there’s another Adam/Allison duet in the second part of the finale, not the first, because Adam will need to save his voice for the competition songs.

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That sums it up for me. I’m so excited but I don’t think I am as excited as Adam and Kris. Adam was so darn cute holding his head going OMG! over and over. I honestly believe he was more surprised that he made it than Kris was. Danny had a great run and I won’t diss the guy. Well done Danny!

Next week is going to be such FUN! These two crack each other up. I wonder what Kris said to Adam while they were waiting for the results. It must have been something pretty amusing because Adam was cracking up! I’m not going to tell either of them what to do or not do. I leave it to them to know best. I’m just going to sit back and enjoy.

Honey that was 100000% nail polish.
Kris and Adam are BFFs yo.

Yep they are. If you look at the pics from the results last week, Kris had the thumbnail polished as well. He and Adam are tight. I bet Adam dared him to do it and Kris did. Hee…wild Kris!!

nope – taylor holds the crown for that. hands down

Yup!

ShariG – Adam doesn’t give you “humble nice guy’? I’ve seen nothing to suggest otherwise. But this isn’t a “humble nice guy” competition. It’s singing and Adam is better than Kris. Really, he is.

Adam was clearly off this week, but he has a very well thought out strategy. Even if he had a great night, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cryingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  was a safe song choice and the arrangement seemed to be designed to make sure that he kept his fans but didnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t screw up. The worst possible situation for Adam would be to have another amazing à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mad Worldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  performance that he couldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t top in the final. Adam needed to lower expectations.

Kris needed a knock out punch to stay alive. I think he is talented enough to come up with another great performance, but he needs to top à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Heartlessà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , his best performance and arrangement of the entire competition à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬’  and that will be tough.

This is one final that I am really looking forward to.

THIS!

yep, that was definitely dark blue nail polish half chipped off of Kris’ thumb. I checked on HD

I don’t even care who wins anymore. Kris made FINALE!!! How in the world did that happen, I’ve been bracing for him to go home every Wednesday since Top 8 week and he fought through all the way to the end! Yay!!!

And I found myself cheering when Adam was named safe too This was the best finale out of the 3 possibilities imo. A true matchup of singer/performer vs. musician/arranger.

eta:

I just hope we get to see a truly great finale. I will raise my symbolic glass here and toast these two wonderfully talented guys! We should savor this moment and just be glad that the people decided this one. We can save the mind games and predictions and analysis for tomorrow.

Hear hear, ITA!

You know, I just want to enjoy this moment and not start worrying about revenge votes or early predictions that Kris has this in the bag. Keep in mind, that’s what did in Danny. Never assume! No one has this thing won yet! If only a million votes separated them, then this will be tightly contested. Either one of them has a chance at the win.

Sometimes the performances themselves do actually determine the winner. Maybe, just maybe, this time it really will be about who sings best. I would never count Adam out. With a formidable voice like his and his charisma and stage presence, he should not be underestimated at all.

I just hope we get to see a truly great finale. I will raise my symbolic glass here and toast these two wonderfully talented guys! We should savor this moment and just be glad that the people decided this one. We can save the mind games and predictions and analysis for tomorrow.

The most suprising thing about Danny not making it to the finals was his sing out. He clearly sang it to the memory of his wife and I bawled my eyes out. I’m shocked because I was by no means a fan, but Danny Goeky created one of the most moving performance of this season.. It was real.

Anyway, I hoping Kris does well so we can keep that stunned look of disbelief on Simon’s face.

This is one final that I am really looking forward to.

Amen!

Ok y’all. There’s something I wanna share. I started watching Idol from season 3. Every year my favourite would be in the finale. Here’s how it goes.

Season 3: Fav: Diana Winner: Fantasia
Season 4: Fav: Carrie Winner: Carrie
Season 5: Fav: Kat Winner: Taylor
Season 6: Fav: Jordin Winner: Jordin
Season 7: Fav: Archie Winner: Cook
Season 8: Fav: Kris Winner: Can you see the pattern already?

I know, I know, wishful thinking. Here’s praying the pattern would stay the same. Heee. That being said, I actually picked Adam to win in the pool. So it’s a win-win for me (who cares? haha). I’m so happy Kradam are in the finale! Yeay!

does this mean paula’s little prediction she wrote down in the beginning of the season is WRONG????

Well, good for Kris, the little dark horse that could

I couldn’t be happier that America put the Go in Gokey.

And yes MJ, HOLY CRAP to the 88 million votes. Only 1 million seperating Adam and Kris? Wow, this will be a close fight. They both better bring it. I’m thinking whoever has the best performance next week takes it.

This will actually be the first time in the history of this show that I’ve actually been quite fond of both people in the finale. I’m looking forward to watching next week!

bruno May 13th, 2009 at 11:02 pm

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

nope – taylor holds the crown for that. hands down.

I beg to differ bruno. Ruben holds the crown. Taylor is limping down the road after him.

You probably didn’t remember Ruben when you wrote this. He sunk into oblivion about 10 seconds after the finale was over.

Honey that was 100000% nail polish.
Kris and Adam are BFFs yo.

Those 2 are serious BFFs for sure..which makes me happy for them in the finale……….they will work well on the duets , promotional videos etc….

next week is gonna be all kinds of awesome!!!

It was really close tonight. I seriously doubt any Adam fans were vote splitting last night based on how many said they were scared for him. I said earlier tonight that I thought it would be an Adam/Kris finale because I didn’t feel Danny was garnering the ousted contestants’ fans. I don’t remember too many people saying that Danny’s “insert song name here” performance sealed the deal for them. He’s somebody who you got at the beginning, or would never get. I also happen to believe that the perception of his actions lost him some support too.

I think that while Adam has gained fans over the course of the competition, he will have a very difficult time out-doing himself at this juncture to gain more. Yes, I think it’s Adams to lose, but Kris has nothing to lose. I seriously doubt Kris Allen was one of the names Paula wrote and then put in her hermetically sealed mayonnaise jar.

I do think those of Danny’s fanbase who continue to vote next week will be more inclined, at this point, to vote for Kris than Adam. He’s so much less polarizing, and he’s a very good musician too. Anyhow, I’m unconcerned who wins. I just think it will be Kris.

Yay!!
Competition is over, they will have fun now. Neither one will mind too much losing to the other, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m guessing. And they both get the big stage, big deals, etc.

So different from each other, it is really apples to oranges

Just like last year. And just like last year I may have a favorite but either one is fine with me. I am looking forward to see what kind of albums they make.

According to people.com Kris won the coin toss so Adam sings first. We all know Adam knows how to open up a show!!! http://tvwatch.people.com/2009/05/13/spoiler-idols-top-2-revealed/

Look at it this way.. who NEEDS to win more. I think Kris needs the title and all that comes with it more then Adam needs it. Kris needs the extra T.v time so he doesn’t turn into the next Taylor hicks.

So Danny is ousted! I bet he didn’t see that coming. But I’ll bet he pretty much figured it out when he ended up standing next to Adam at the end! That had to be weird.

Adam should win, but it really could go the other way. It depends on how many of Danny’s voters cross over to Kris. If there were only a million votes separating them out of 88 million, Danny’s voters could swing it Kris’ way. There’s really no way to predict this one.

I love it!

His range is limited and guys like him can be found everywhere in the music scene. So he is not ALL that when you get him out of the show.

Well, maybe that’s true to a certain extent. But none of those supposedly ubiquitous “guys like him” made it to where he is right now. None of those other “guys like him” blazed their way to the Top 2 of American Idol despite limited airtime early on in the competition, lukewarm critiques from the judges, and poor performance slots.

Now, Kris himself has acknowledged his vocal limitations on more than one occasion. Yeah, he doesn’t exactly have the best voice in the world. But he knows exactly how to use what he does have, and it works.

Ok yà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢all. Thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s something I wanna share. I started watching Idol from season 3. Every year my favourite would be in the finale. Hereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s how it goes.

Season 3: Fav: Diana Winner: Fantasia
Season 4: Fav: Carrie Winner: Carrie
Season 5: Fav: Kat Winner: Taylor
Season 6: Fav: Jordin Winner: Jordin
Season 7: Fav: Archie Winner: Cook
Season 8: Fav: Kris Winner: Can you see the pattern already?

What’s the pattern? I dont get it

According to people.com Kris won the coin toss so Adam sings first. We all know Adam knows how to open up a show!!!

Heh. I guess 4 times in a row in the pimp spot might have been too much. Lady luck is smiling on Kris this week. He best enjoy it. I’m pretty sure that the producers have spent all day looking up obscure songs about penguins.

Tess, IMO a good ending doesn’t redeem a whole stupid season, even though it was great to see Kara’s dumbfounded face.

according to people.com…..kris won the coin toss…and adam will go first….come on adam, just like cookie, go first and rule!!

Adam is just amazing. One of the greatest ever, if not the greatest.

Help us out supporting idol: http://www.papble.com/papble.html?gotox=239&gotoy=80

who NEEDS to win more

BOTH OF THEM! No one needs it more than the other!

All I have to say is GO KRIS!

Our little engine that could. XD

Against all odds he had fought his way through to the Top 2. Whether he wins or loses, I am just so dang proud of him.

btw, is tuesday night 2 hours or 1 hour??? i know wednesday for sure is 2 hours…

I beg to differ bruno. Ruben holds the crown. Taylor is limping down the road after him.

heheheheheh…and If Allen wins, he may just be a close 3rd behind those 2

Yay for the bff’s and roomies! I literally was closing my eyes and internally chanting “Adam. Adam. Adam. Adam. Adam.” during the like 2 second break before Ryan announced Adam’s name. Then I JUMPED up off the couch screaming. I mean, I AM an Adam fan. What else would you expect?

OMGYAY KRADAM!!! I’m happier tonight than I was last year when David Cook won!!! (of course, it took a couple days for that to sink in, then I was over the moon. )

Heh. I guess 4 times in a row in the pimp spot might have been too much. Lady luck is smiling on Kris this week. He best enjoy it. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m pretty sure that the producers have spent all day looking up obscure songs about penguins.

If it’s like last year it will be
Clive Davis choice
Their choice
Winner’s song

Someone posted that they didn’t think Adam fans vote splitted last night. Well, I know quite a few that did vote split, including me.

I voted for Adam and then Kris. I won’t be doing this next week obviously. But it indeed happened.

He clearly sang it to the memory of his wife and I bawled my eyes out. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m shocked because I was by no means a fan, but Danny Goeky created one of the most moving performance of this season.. It was real.

Ditto. After seeing her in the video, of course he sang it to her. And the anniversary of her death is Friday, so it’s got to be on his mind. I wasn’t a fan, ever, but I do feel for the guy. The first anniversary is very, very hard, and while he’ll be busy with rehearsals and all, he’s still going to be feeling this loss. I give him credit for moving forward with the audition and making it this far. As sappy as it sounds and as much as his loss was exploited, it really is a tragedy to triumph story for Danny.

Thereà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s really no way to predict this one.

I love it!

DING DONG!!! Love it too :clap_tb:

Now, Kris himself has acknowledged his vocal limitations on more than one occasion. Yeah, he doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t exactly have the best voice in the world. But he knows exactly how to use what he does have, and it works.

And Kris represents a movement that was very strong last season as well with Jason Castro. This isn’t a competition solely about the big note. Some finesse and a lot of honesty is appealing and interesting to a large segment of the audience. That’s reflected in the charts today and so it should be reflected on Idol.

True. seeing htem both in the finale is definitely a prize for me. It’ll be sweet if Adam wins but I can totally see Kris winning, and then I’ll love how shocked and appreciative he’ll be.

SparklesATL
i stand corrected. i totally forgot about reuben.

LOL Chipmunk, I know people won’t get it

Every 2 years, my favourite would win. Last time was Jordin, so this time it should be Kris. But as I said, wishful thinking.

I thought Danny’s singout was one of the highlights of the season. Really emotional. And I disliked him for months.

I think an Adam/Kris finale will be kind of weak. Kris is just not a great singer. He’s an excellent arranger but his vocal skills are meh. Adam is just not my thing. I’m actually interested to see what the ratings look like next week.

Last year, I knew Archie would be fine no matter what. I don’t feel that way about Adam or Kris.

Seems to me I recall last year when during either top for or top 3, Ryan said they were all only 1 million apart….then DC went on to win by 12 million.

I dunno…lets just bask in the joy of Kradam for now….

my head hurts.

So if Kris wore the nail polish for Adam, did Adam wear the denim shirt for…Kris??
“we’re one, but we’re not the same”…

And yes MJ, HOLY CRAP to the 88 million votes. Only 1 million seperating Adam and Kris? Wow, this will be a close fight. They both better bring it. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m thinking whoever has the best performance next week takes it.

SURE – 88 MILLION TWEENS TEXTING. NO WAY PEOPLE VOTED FOR KRIS BECAUSE HE WAS BETTER THAN DANNY. KRIS’ FAN BASE IS 13 YEARS OLD WITH POWERFUL THUMBS!

GO ADAM!!!

Honey that was 100000% nail polish.
Kris and Adam are BFFs yo.

Final, shminal, let’s talk about the nail polish. Priorities, people!!!

Last week, lots of people on the forums were commenting on Kris’s nail polish “on one nail.” This was Rock Week and I’m pretty sure he did it for that.

I forgot about it, then when I saw the close-up of his thumb on the phone, at the AT&T store, I remembered those comments. Anybody who’s ever worn nail polish knows how it looks when it’s chipped off and there’s half of it left on the bottom of the nail. Not that I would know anything about that. lol

I don’t know if it’s been discussed but I wonder who got the 1 million more votes last night? I don’t think we should assume it was Adam (though I did assume it was Adam). It’s possible it was Kris.

From the first weeks of the show, Adam and Kris have been my favorites. Because I prefer Kris, and because Kris was all but unknown, and an underdog, and I supported him all this time, I’m really, really happy tonight.

But I’m also happy Adam made it. He’s great, too, and if it had been Danny in the finale, I would have hated it. I want Kris to win, but glad both guys are there. Congrats, Adam and Kris fans! A great night tonight.

Why is it so important he wins? Because thousands, hundreds of thousands relate to not quite fitting in, and Adam winning represents a triumph for all who have à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“been there.à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

So essentially you’re asking people to vote for Adam because of his backstory.

If ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s like last year it will be
Clive Davis choice
Their choice
Winnerà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s song

Last year they didn’t sing the Winner’s song on performance night. They had them select and sing some other song from the leftover pile of coronation songs (i.e. the ones that couldn’t even win the lame a$$ coronation song contest).

I wonder what they will do this year? I think they kind of liked having the coronation song appear suddenly on the finale. Maybe they will have Clive’s choice, Their Choice and lots and lots and lots and lots of judge chatter. Goodness knows they can’t be expected to get in six songs. Especially if you have to alot time for setting up some stupid theme (like the boxing thing last year) and don’t forget, you have to allocate time for Bruce to miss the throws to commercial).

Everyone wondering about Danny’s votes going to Kris, who knows? If my favorite was voted off tonight I would not vote at all next week for a second best. I have been just too invested in my favorite……..Adam! Just me, but I think a lot of people feel that way. In addition, I think the 4-hour voting could change things too. Anyone agree?

Heh. I guess 4 times in a row in the pimp spot might have been too much. Lady luck is smiling on Kris this week. He best enjoy it. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m pretty sure that the producers have spent all day looking up obscure songs about penguins.

Don’t forget that David Cook went first last year,a nd we all know how that turned out…….. At this point, when you’re down to only 2 contestants. It really doesn’t matter the performance order. Besides, Adam opened up the show last week, and everyone else was compared to him because he was so good. We have to wait and see what they sing and how they perform.

I thought Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s singout was one of the highlights of the season. Really emotional. And I disliked him for months.

totally agree. i actually felt a tiny pang for the bugger….
then i started dancing with joy.

His range is limited and guys like him can be found everywhere in the music scene. So he is not ALL that when you get him out of the show.

Heh, this ^^^ is an exact quote from season 5 in regards to DAUGHTRY and we know how he ended up. Booted in 5th place (I think) and what happened to him? Let me think….his first CD bombed and now he’s dressing up like Elvis to sing one song a night in a traveling production company of a Broadway show? No…that was the guy who won.

Let me think some more…he had a minor hit with a song about his shoes then “decided to peruse ETA – that is pursue – his acting career” after which he ended up on the Z list? No, that was the second place gal. What’s her name?

edit: this thread is not about season 5 stick to the topic

hehehehehehà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦and If Allen wins, he may just be a close 3rd behind those 2

And that’s because he doesn’t belt. Poor guy. Ok guys, let’s party ! Kradam Celebration! :jittery_tb: :king_tb:

I am so happy about the Kradam finale. For the first time, I think I’ll honestly be okay either way. Kris is my favorite, but I recognize that Adam has mad skills, is an amazing singer and is a star who totally deserves the title. I would be nothing but happy for him if he does walk away with the crown, which I think he will.
Kris has already so far exceeded my expectations for him since when I first took notice way back during “Man In the Mirror”…he has really come into his own and quietly and strategically fought a very clean fight to the top. He has a lot to be proud of. He really was an underdog in this competition…it just goes to show that lack of footage and attention can be overcome. Just making it this far is such a big accomplishment for him. If he does win…what a story that will be. Definitely the biggest Idol underdog I can imagine…
Either way, these are two amazingly talented guys who are both deserving of that title.
Just like last year. Wow. How cool.

anyone know what was the largest number of votes in a finale?

Everyone wondering about Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s votes going to Kris, who knows? If my favorite was voted off tonight I would not vote at all next week for a second best. I have been just too invested in my favoriteà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..Adam! Just me, but I think a lot of people feel that way. In addition, I think the 4-hour voting could change things too. Anyone agree?

I agree with the first point. If my favorite (Kris) had been voted off, I possibly would not have voted next week at all. Despite liking Adam way more than Danny. But who knows, after I watched the show I might have changed my mind.

Is the four hour voting thing new? I never watched before this season. (Four hours. Whoa. )

catdog
May 13th, 2009 at 11:25 pm
SURE – 88 MILLION TWEENS TEXTING. NO WAY PEOPLE VOTED FOR KRIS BECAUSE HE WAS BETTER THAN DANNY. KRISà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ FAN BASE IS 13 YEARS OLD WITH POWERFUL THUMBS!

Sorry, catdog, I’m 52 years old with arthritis but I was texting for Kris with 3 phones for 2 hours, because I felt he belongs in the finals. He has a lovely musicality and great tone that always makes me smile. I think you underestimate Kris as much as the judges did. I indeed voted for Kris because he is better than Danny.

SURE – 88 MILLION TWEENS TEXTING. NO WAY PEOPLE VOTED FOR KRIS BECAUSE HE WAS BETTER THAN DANNY. KRISà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ FAN BASE IS 13 YEARS OLD WITH POWERFUL THUMBS!

GO ADAM!!!

Catdog:
I happen to be 38, which means I sure the hell ain’t no TWEEN, and I texted for both Adam and KRIS, at least 700 times…

And now I will replace the lyrics of Since You Been Gone with what’s going on in my head…

Since Ryan spokey…
We at last put the go in Gokey…
So we’re moving on…
To the epic finale…
With Kris and Adam…!!!

Ok. Just had to get that out. Can’t wait for the Idolatry :lol_tb:

I really don’t get why people think Kris is so weak. He doesn’t belt them out, but neither does John Mayer, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz, Damien Rice……

I would love to hear Kris do something by REM (not sure they would ever release their songbook to Idol – can’t say I blame them). I could imagine him singing his own version of “At My Most Beautiful”, or better yet “It’s the End Of The World” slowed down and Krisized! Or “Hollow Man” off Accelerate. Or “South Central Rain”, or…..ok I could go on.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think it is a given that Kris gets Dannyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s votes.

True, but I’d say it’s a given that Adam won’t be getting Danny’s votes.

Daughtry was a powerful vocalist on the show and TCO for months. He can blow. Kris is just not in his league. But Kris is a talented musician, arranger and very cute. He could easily win this thing. But I still think he’d be one of weakest singers ever to win Idol.

AND FOR THE RECORD, Adam Lambert has à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“touchedà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  MY à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“heartà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  . . . . No, not every song he has done has been my favorite. But à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mad Worldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Tracks of My Tearsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Oneà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Black and Whiteà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.he made himself completely vulnerableà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦laid bare his deepest emotions for the entire world to see.

Yup. Don’t forget If I Can’t Have You.

Adam has sung “message” songs throughout the competition, the Adam Lambert way. And that’s more than alright with me, dawg.

He made clear early on, and then emphasized it again throughout his homecoming, that he hopes that kids who feel a little different, or don’t fit in, will be comforted and inspired by his experience. He’s encouraged kids to embrace each others’ differences, and then he sang “One” with such conviction and connection.

I don’t know about you, but in my mind, there couldn’t be a much more noble goal, given our world today. With all that’s going on, including bullying and kids struggling (not to mention the tragic responses, hurting themselves or others) I’m betting Adam has touched quite a few hearts along the way. Just as he’d hoped.

BTW, I’m only responding to the claim that Adam had no intent other than fame, because clearly that is not the case. And that he said he’s on AI for the exposure, hoping to be a pop star doesn’t make it so. I am in no way suggesting that anyone vote on backstory. I happen to believe Adam has the talent and performance department fairly well covered too. LOL

This should be an awesome final! They are so alike in the essential ways and so different in the details. And I’m such a random Idol fan, but I tend to pick a fav on one hearing. Season 3 it was Fantasia in the semis, season 5 it was Taylor’s audition. This year Adam’s RoF. Didn’t watch any other season. I can be happy with either guy winning this year, but Id like it to go to Adam just to show that people are open-minded, musically speaking.

LOL alexis anoop matt ALLISON kris and adam ARE ALL FAR BETTER THEN DANNY

The most suprising thing about Danny not making it to the finals was his sing out. He clearly sang it to the memory of his wife and I bawled my eyes out. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m shocked because I was by no means a fan, but Danny Goeky created one of the most moving performance of this season.. It was real.

Anyway, I hoping Kris does well so we can keep that stunned look of disbelief on Simonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s face.

He clearly sang it to the memory of his wife and I bawled my eyes out. Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m shocked because I was by no means a fan, but Danny Goeky created one of the most moving performance of this season.. It was real.

Ditto. After seeing her in the video, of course he sang it to her. And the anniversary of her death is Friday, so ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got to be on his mind. I wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t a fan, ever, but I do feel for the guy. The first anniversary is very, very hard, and while heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll be busy with rehearsals and all, heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s still going to be feeling this loss. I give him credit for moving forward with the audition and making it this far. As sappy as it sounds and as much as his loss was exploited, it really is a tragedy to triumph story for Danny.

Thanks for the nice words. Danny has sung this song, as well as “Endless Love,” I’m sure, to his dear wife. His peformance being moving was no surprise to me, a fan from the beginning. Another thing he goes out with is class. He said about them that, if he gives them something to talk about, he is the one in control. Go, Danny, and can’t wait to see what there is in store for you. In the mean time, all the best to Adam and Kris.

edited: no fingerwagging

LOL Chipmunk, I know people wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t get it

Every 2 years, my favourite would win. Last time was Jordin, so this time it should be Kris. But as I said, wishful thinking

Aaah, Ok, I get it now,LOL! Wish for the best, it could happen :thumbup_tb:

Donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t forget that David Cook went first last year,a nd we all know how that turned outà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.. At this point, when youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re down to only 2 contestants. It really doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t matter the performance order.

You can win when you go first. Here are the details on the winners:

S1: Kelly: Won the Coin Toss: Sang Second
S2: Ruben: Lost the Coin Toss: Sang First
S3: Fantasia: Won the Coin Toss: Sang Second
S4: Carrie: Won the Coin Toss: Sang Second
S5: Taylor: Won the Coin Toss: Sang Second
S6: Jordin: Lost the Coin Toss, but Blake offered her her choice: Sang Second
S7: Cook: Lost the Coin Toss: Sang First

In 7 season, the winner has won the coin toss 4 times (57% of the time) and sung last 5 times (71% of the time). With the exception of Blake, everybody who has won the coin toss chose to go last (87.5% – 7 out of 8 times). Everybody who has been given the ultimate choice of going last has taken (100%).

So, despite many fans not believing that going last matters, it’s clear that the Idols are a little more superstitious.

And I hope Kris is laughing his ass off at the judges’ reactions to him being safe.

Sorry, catdog, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m 52 years old with arthritis but I was texting for Kris with 3 phones for 2 hours, because I felt he belongs in the finals.

Yeah, I’m no fangirl either and not a kid. Voted for two hours for K. A.

Congratulations, Kris and Adam. I hope Adam gives us a moment that tops his duet with Allison. That was a ‘moment’ for me this season.

And the anniversary of her death is Friday, so ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s got to be on his mind. I wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t a fan, ever, but I do feel for the guy. The first anniversary is very, very hard, and while heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll be busy with rehearsals and all, heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s still going to be feeling this loss. I give him credit for moving forward with the audition and making it this far. As sappy as it sounds and as much as his loss was exploited, it really is a tragedy to triumph story for Danny.

Donna, thanks for posting this. Sure wish he could have the day off. I bet they will be steadily rehearsing for the finale. It looked like he had a lot of family there tonight, and I hope they can stay a few more days. Seeing their wedding picture is making me tear up right now. Ironic, isn’t it, Danny the widower lost his wife a few months before Kris married his.

Adam was my favorite coming out of the auditions. But I made Kris my long shot winner after the Top 36 performed.

Compared to Adam, yes, Kris has a “weaker” voice. But so does just about everyone else in the industry. I personally like Adam best when he doesn’t go into the power shreak. I still think it sounds a little too much like Axel Rose when he does it.

I don’t think either could be as weak as Rueben post Idol.

I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t know if ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s been discussed but I wonder who got the 1 million more votes last night? I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think we should assume it was Adam (though I did assume it was Adam). The DialIdol GeoPredictions maps are interesting and seem to show Danny losing the most states, with Adam second. Ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s possible.

I don’t know if we will ever know who did. I think they had Kris safe first as a call to arms to Adam’s fanbase. I also don’t think the number of states matter. I can’t see how winning North Dakota is equal to winning California. I don’t care enough, however, to analyze it based on census data. Adam or Kris will win next week and I’m perfectly fine with either of them.

no the runner up isnt guaranteed a record deal

And thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s because he doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t belt. Poor guy. Ok guys, letà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s party ! Kradam Celebration

Okay, let’s celebrate…for tonight I’m with ya, even though I hate the whole Kradam concept :drunk_tb:

Congrats to Kris and Adam! I’m sorry to see Danny go; but he’ll be fine.
Think I’ll join the underdog train, now. I sure don’t want to see a blowout and Adam’s remarks about just wanting exposure turned me off. He really doesn’t need the win as much as Kris. He bought the $1700 suit and goodness knows what else out of his own pocket. He isn’t hurting and he won’t be hurting. It would be great to see meek, mild lil Kris take the crown.

kirsten – oh, queen of numbers:

do you have any stats on vote totals for the finale?

e.g. total number of votes cast?
or, the spread of votes between the winner and second place?

Back to the politics of Idol. I thought Danny’s ouster ended that. I just don’t think people deserve to win a singing show because of their “political” message. If Adam outsings Kris next week, he deserves to win. The end.

With texters putting in thousands of votes, the number of votes cast doesn’t really reflect the number of voters. In the end, the voters that count are the ones who buy your album. Which amazingly enough won’t be anywere near 84 million.

HELL TO THE YES!!!! I am loving this finale. Both boys deserved it over Gokey. Since he can’t really complete a sentence, it’s all good that my beloved Allison went out 4th and got the better press tour.

Damn, that thunder was loud. Did Danny invoke God on me for dissing him?

ETA: I said in the prediction thread that sometimes it takes a week for a terrible performance to bite you in the ass. Gokey did nothing this week to make us forget the scream from hell. Kris stepped up his game. Case closed.

Gosh, I’m a Kris fan and I’m well over 13 years of age. I think that Danny was finished because his voice was giving out. That scream last week probably did him in.

And, it doesn’t make anyone change their votes by saying their fave is the better singer. It’s all subjective. (as I’ve stated before) Some love the laid-back style that Kris offers.

Not wanting to cross a line here, but, Taylor Hicks is doing just fine. He isn’t washed up by any means. Just because his CD sales aren’t all that great, that man can put on a show like no other. I think he’s better live than on recording.

If Adam wins, he may fare no better than Taylor as far as CD sales go. I think he’s better as a live entertainer too. There’s room for all in this big ole world.

I can’t believe Kris is still there and Alexis, Anoop, Allison, and Danny are gone. I knew Danny was gone when they didn’t even show him singing on his hometown video. This is going to be a ho hum finale for me because I don’t like either of them and certainly won’t be voting.

Danny did great on his singout. I had a tear myself as did Kara and Paula. Simon looked like I felt at the thought of Kris in the finals.

Hooray for the Kris/Adam final! I am looking forward to it. But Danny really did have a great moment in his singout – I felt guilty for being glad that he was going home! I don’t have an overwhelming favorite this time, though I prefer Adam… and I like both, so I can just enjoy the finale and hopefully they both are amazing.

Kris won the coin toss and chose Adam to go first. In most cases, its best to go second because you have a more lasting impact on the viewers.

Except in this case. Remember rock night? Adam was first and overshadowed and topped everyone.

Adam going first may over shadow Kris, IMO.

Is the four hour voting thing new? I never watched before this season. (Four hours. Whoa. )

No, they always do 4 hours. The “tweens” rule, because they will sit there and text for 4 solid hours, where as most of the adults will call/text for an hour or so and then they go to bed so they can get up for work.

Seems to me I recall last year when during either top for or top 3, Ryan said they were all only 1 million apartà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦.then DC went on to win by 12 million.

Yes. Ryan did say something similar. You want people to think its close or else its boring. This is still a reality show. We don’t know what the real totals are, and never will.

So essentially youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re asking people to vote for Adam because of his backstory.

No. People should vote for Adam because he’s the best.

ShariG

When I read that US Today article where Adam says he is in the show for the attention and Danny says he is on the show to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts, I think that says volumes about these two guys and where they are coming from

But Adam’s has also said he would like to be a role model for kids who feel weird and don’t fit in. He requested the visit to the theater students and spent an hour and a half talking to them and working with them. At his high school he told the kids it’s ok to feel weird. And that if you believe in yourself, you can reach your goals. It sounds like to me Adam does want to touch people’s hearts.

Reporters will always put their own slant on a story. Also, when reading stories, people tend to interpret them with their own biases.

butte009 May 13th, 2009 at 10:47 pm

I agree with you uhohnogo

No one goes on a reality show, where the prize is a recording contract with a major label (with the added possibility of selling millions of albums) to à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s heartsà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ . Sorry!

But see, I think there was a sense of truth in what Danny said. That’s why he wasn’t suited to win a singing competition, imo. He wasn’t in it for the music and partly why as some peeps have pointed out, he seemed ready for it to be over. I wish the best for Danny in the future and do think he will be able to touch people’s hearts in whatever he ends up doing.

Having said that, :clap_tb: :clap_tb: :clap_tb:

America got it right!!!!!!!!!!! :tongue1_tb: :bye_tb:

e.g. total number of votes cast?
or, the spread of votes between the winner and second place?

They don’t always announce the vote spread. Last year, they had the highest vote total at 94 million, the gap between first and second was 12 million.

The closest race was between Ruben and Clay. I think they’ve settled on the final difference being 130K (although Ryan initially reported various numbers with fewer 0′s on it). The vote total was 24 million that year (they only got one phone line)

I hated that Katy Perry had Adam’s name on her stupid costume. yuch…

SIDE NOTE:

I read on People.com that Kris won the coin toss and Adam is going first next week….

Damn Adam will Kill it…he is great at opening a show….

i cant imagine kris allen with his wife going all over the country as the next american idol…..they just got married 2 months ago!

Danny lost his wife on july 9th they were married on may 15th

thanks kirsten for the info.

when is your book coming out?

Oh I don’t know, I’m 35 years old and I texted for 2 hours last night just like I texted 4 hours straight for DC last year final 2 night. The idea that only teens sit around pounding in texts is a myth. With AT&T offering unlimited text packages lots of adults use that method too.

I’m happy for Kris but I just can’t feel any hate for Danny. His singout tonight made me tear up.

But see, I think there was a sense of truth in what Danny said. Thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s why he wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t suited to win a singing competition, imo. He wasnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t in it for the music and partly why as some peeps have pointed out, he seemed ready for it to be over. I wish the best for Danny in the future and do think he will be able to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts in whatever he ends up doing.

What? I’m sorry. But what has he done in his life to touch my heart? His wife died and he tried out for a reality show 4 weeks later. That is supposed to touch my heart? He may not be evil, but where are his priorities? I would rather hear that he joined a mission trip to help peeps in Honduras or something truly worthy. Instead, he goes on Idol and his church is pimping it for all they can. No doubt they used him, but I can’t respect that.

If I were a Danny fan, I wouldn’t automatically embrace Kris. He is, after all, the spoiler that kept Danny out of the final.

edit: STOP LECTURING Or I put you in moderation

ShariG

When I read that US Today article where Adam says he is in the show for the attention and Danny says he is on the show to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts, I think that says volumes about these two guys and where they are coming from

But Adamà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s has also said he would like to be a role model for kids who feel weird and donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t fit in. He requested the visit to the theater students and spent an hour and a half talking to them and working with them. At his high school he told the kids ità ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s ok to feel weird. And that if you believe in yourself, you can reach your goals. It sounds like to me Adam does want to touch peopleà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s hearts.

Reporters will always put their own slant on a story. Also, when reading stories, people tend to interpret them with their own biases.

THIS…What was said there was totally taken out of context. Adam has talked about why he went on idol and it wasn’t for fame but to finally be able to do something more with his incredible gift. (my wording not his) He wanted a chance to finally be heard just like almost everyone else who tries out. This was a kid who felt left out and rejected and wanted to let others know that it is ok to be different. I think that is awesome and has nothing to do with fame. Reporters put their spin on anything. I like to actually listen to the person who is speaking and not a reporter. I don’t need Dan Rather to tell me to have Courage.

I admit it. I cried too. And Katy Perry’s costume probably will lose Adam some votes.

With all thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s going on, including bullying and kids struggling (not to mention the tragic responses, hurting themselves or others) Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m betting Adam has touched quite a few hearts along the way. Just as heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d hoped.

YES! And as someone else wrote, “saying is easy”.

Adam didn’t wear his heart on his sleeve by SAYING “ooh, I want to be all inspirational.” Rather, he was inspring through his actions. Not just in the songs he sang, but in the way he sang them.

If I were a Danny fan, I wouldnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t automatically embrace Kris. He is, after all, the spoiler that kept Danny out of the final.

hmm, danny’s crappy singing of late may have had something to do with it too.
if anything, for danny fans, there is a hatred of all things adam. hence, if they do vote at all next week (and that’s a bit if), they’ll swing behind kris.

I will raise my symbolic glass here and toast these two wonderfully talented guys! We should savor this moment and just be glad that the people decided this one

I toast you back, nnyr. I’m just pure happy. Happy to be looking forward to a finale with two singers’ whose work I admire and who earned their way.

OK: Has it ever been publicly stated on the show what people on AI know the results by Wednesday morning? Is it possible that the producers prepare two edits of the homecoming packages? Because after entering the show convinced Kris was leaving, I began to suspect he might win during his homecoming, when they used Glen Hansard’s, then Kris’ beautiful acoustic take on Falling Slowly. It reminded me strongly how much I appreciated his best moments of the season, and I thought, wow, if he goes, it’s going to feel like they really didn’t support the best singer, vs the best story. And then!!!!

I’m just happy for these two, and their chance to make a record–and duets! And one more big show!

Adam’s hometown visit was lovely too, and his season has been great. I’m just more excited for Kris at the moment because I never expected it would really happen!!!!

But as far as stuff like vengeance voting: well–*both* finalists beat the third place person, right? It’s a horse race. It makes no sense to decide that you’re punishing one with your vote, because you’re voting for the other guy who beat your guy. That said, and I say this as a Kris fan, it was Kris Allen who put the Go in Gokey. Except he didn’t: he just came hard from behind in a long race and sang exceptionally well.

I thought tonight was awesome all around. I’m very happy with the results. I won’t be voting because I like them both. Congrats to Kris and Adam, and good luck to Danny!

I wouldn’t necessarily say the tweens will vote non-stop 4 hours next week. Most of them get tired and go to sleep (it is a school night!). I would say by 10pm or 11pm they are spent. Whereas the older voter will stay up and vote longer.

I’m definitely a late comer posting tonight. Great comments from everyone. I knew I would be sad no matter who went home. Danny is a good singer and while it was hard for me to give support to anyone other than Adam, it is still sad. These guys went through a lot together. I think I was pretty negative about Danny at times, yet I think Danny is a better singer than Kris. Oh well.

Good luck Danny! I wish you all the best.

I thought I would have a heart attack before I heard Adam’s name for the finale. Dear G. I screamed like a maniac, squeezed my kids who have completely thought their mother has lost her marbles. Then they started screaming too. My 6 year old son was asleep on the sofa, so he didn’t get to see his fave Kris make it to the finals. The three of us girls screamed pretty loud too… LOL

I’ll be biting my nails for a week! I luv Adam so much. Oh yeah hubby called me from his hotel (on business trip) to share my joy. He is so patient with his wife’s insanity over Adam. (He likes Adam best too, but he stays calm so as not to fuel the fire!) smiles….

and wasn’t it oh so timely, that adam yells out “i want to see katy perry sing” and then she happens to have his name on her cape.

oh, i betcha adam cringed on that one. talk about crappy timing.

Kris doesn’t have a “weak” voice. He just has a weak voice in comparison to Adam, because practically ALL of the male finalists had a weak voice in comparison to Adam. Adam has pipes and an awesome range.

What Kris has that Adam doesn’t is his ability to take any song, whether it be Jackson/Rock/Disco/Kanye West, and make it a “Kris Allen” song. As awesome of performances as “Mad World”, “Cryin’”, etc. were, they still stayed relatively true to the originals. Kris can rearrange a song and still make it awesome. What Kris has as an instrumentalist, Adam has as a performer.

So neither finalist is “better” than the other. They just each have their own strengths. The only difference is that one has been a long-time frontrunner, and the other has been a complete underdog.

PS…who else is soooo looking forward to Idolatry? Not only their recap…but their interview with Gokey?

i cant imagine kris allen with his wife going all over the country as the next american idolà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦..they just got married 2 months ago!

What a great second honeymoon that would be !!!!!!

In general, most people don’t waste hours of their time voting AGAINST someone. They vote FOR someone.

I absolutely don’t think Kris deserves in any way to be in the finals but didn’t think Taylor should win either. It’s not up to me and all I can do is vote for my favorites. Too bad I don’t have any now. :thumbdown_tb:

Wow! Kris really chose to go first! wow wow wow

What Kris has that Adam doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t is his ability to take any song, whether it be Jackson/Rock/Disco/Kanye West, and make it a à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Kris Allenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  song. As awesome of performances as à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mad Worldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cryinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , etc. were, they still stayed relatively true to the originals. Kris can rearrange a song and still make it awesome. What Kris has as an instrumentalist, Adam has as a performer.

I disagree with this. Adam makes his songs the “Adam Lambert” song as well. Grant it, you may not like it as much, but he also interprets them. The only difference between Adam and Kris is a guitar…. However, i do agree with you that Adam is the performer between the two. And I agree that they are both talented in different ways.

Am I the only one who didn’t like Jordin Spark’s performance or song???

Just got back from my last class, and about to watch the videos…

Sorry to the Danny fans, but…YAAAAAAAAY!!!11!1!!! :clap_tb:

I finally have a finale where I can root for everyone!!

Kradam ftw! I’ll be happy with either as a winner.

But just to be safe, I think I’ll pick up one of those Go Phones so I can text next week…

I think Idol might cross the 100 million vote mark. Should be fun!

ETA: Sidenote, I see the videos are available to download from iTunes. Anyone know if they fixed the sound mix on Cryin’?

All I Have to say is “Thank God”!!!

Go Kris and Adam!!!

Adam Fans Don’t be scared that all of Danny’s Votes will go to Kris…Adam Will Still win!!!!
And I say this being A Kris Fan!!

I’m pretty sure Adam has the bigger fan base….I will be alright with Kris coming in second, He will have a deal in no time…Jamie Fox will make an album with him…Remember?

Duke – it’s being reported that Kris won the toss and decided to go second.

What Kris has that Adam doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t is his ability to take any song, whether it be Jackson/Rock/Disco/Kanye West, and make it a à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Kris Allenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  song. As awesome of performances as à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Mad Worldà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“Cryinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢Ãƒ ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ , etc. were, they still stayed relatively true to the originals. Kris can rearrange a song and still make it awesome. What Kris has as an instrumentalist, Adam has as a performer.

If you’re using that argument, I’d say see Blake Lewis vs Jordin Sparks. The one perceived to have the best vocals won. The inventive one came in number 2.

ETA: My two faves of the finale three are in the top two. I’m stoked. Whatever happens, it’s all good.

Sorry bean99. I would be devastated if Adam had not been in the finals and I would be feeling just like you. I totally get where you are coming from.

Think Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ll join the underdog train, now. I sure donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t want to see a blowout and Adamà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s remarks about just wanting exposure turned me off. He really doesnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t need the win as much as Kris. He bought the $1700 suit and goodness knows what else out of his own pocket. He isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t hurting and he wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t be hurting. It would be great to see meek, mild lil Kris take the crown.

Don’t all the contestants who make the tour get $100,000? Also, it looked like Kris and his wife had a pretty nice house in Arkansas. I really don’t think of Kris as mild and meek. He is a strong person. He had the guts enough to perform, never lost his cool on stage and never got rattled. Also, I recall other contestants in the past like Ace and Taylor also spent money on clothing for the show.

I think both Adam and Kris are very nice people and both have wonderful qualities.

ETA-$100,000 goes alot farther in Arkansas than it does in Los Angeles.

I would rather hear that he joined a mission trip and help peeps in Honduras or something truly worthy.

I’m getting a tad sick of these other country political correctness bullshit trips. What about our own country? We have hungry and sick people right here at home that need to be cared for. That is what church groups do. That is what Danny does.

Sorry; but half the show tonight was about making us feel guilty. I give. I don’t need to be preached to on American Idol about it.

Again, I’m sorry. It just upsets me.

If youà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢re using that argument, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d say see Blake Lewis vs Jordin Sparks. The one perceived to have the best vocals won. The inventive one came in number 2.

LOL. you are so right with this analogy.

Adam has nothing to gain next week. Of course he SHOULD win. I mean, Kris Allenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦the next american idol?! it doesnt fit at all. If kris were to win, all the focus would be on, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“OMG what an upset. Kris didnt deserve to win. and ppl only voted for him because they dont like adam,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

Whaaaa….??? I love Adam! I just like Kris’s style of music more.

I truly believe either would serve American Idol well, imo, equally gifted in completely different ways.

ETA: Oops, I just skimmed the post that said Danny’s fans are blaming Adam for him being voted out, therefore they are voting for Kris. If this is the case that’s not right. I want Kris to win on his own merit and talent of which I believe he has loads.

can’t wait for kristen with glasses:)

Not to risk revealing that I watched the announcement over and over and over lol, IIRC, last year’s finale vote total was “nearly 98 million” with an “almost 12 million” vote spread. I may be misremembering, but I recall doing the math in my head to get 55 to 43 million.

So, to me, when the announced 88 million tonight, I was a little surprised. I don’t think it got anywhere near that high last year for Top 3. (For some reason, 72 sticks in my head, but I have no idea why.)

Just watched all 3 homecoming videos. It’s clear who’s comfortable with the fame, the crowds and the madnes.

I was shocked tho’ that Danny didn’t stop for the lady with the boa. Why didn’t he? It wouldn’t have taken 5 minutes! The video wasn’t clear, but I really hope he wasn’t laughing into his hand. And that’s touching the hearts of people? To be candid, he seemed to be really at ease with Jamar, otherwise he just seemed way overwhelmed. I do hope now that he has the exposure, he’d be well-advised on his skills and ability to deal with his fame. I just wanted him out of the competition, and now he is, i wish him all the best. Going to rein in my Danny bashing urges now. :bye_tb:

Kris was sweet. The people in his town were respectful too. No major mobs at the family gathering, tho’ I think his family alone constitutes a mob. I really loved how Kris actually jumped down into the audience, to the major fright of his security. :clap_tb:

Adam genuinely reached out to the crowd. Even with his experience with people, I felt that his appreciation of his fans was genuine and sweet. He was truly grateful, and he really listened to the young children, and was sincere with them. He’s really glad that he’s on his way to his long-dreamed of goal. So no way does he come across as shallow to me. Highly motivated and focused on his goal is more like it.

Now, it really comes down to two very different talents. I can imagine them neatly dividing the market niches up between them with their different genres. I’m looking forward to Kris and Adam working together. Call me weird/wishful, but I do think they can overlap and work together for some songs.

Under Pressure for the Finale? Good luck you guys, but Adam FTW! :king_tb:

SURE – 88 MILLION TWEENS TEXTING. NO WAY PEOPLE VOTED FOR KRIS BECAUSE HE WAS BETTER THAN DANNY. KRISà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢ FAN BASE IS 13 YEARS OLD WITH POWERFUL THUMBS!

GO ADAM!!!

Catdog:
I happen to be 38, which means I sure the hell ainà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t no TWEEN, and I texted for both Adam and KRIS, at least 700 timesà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

I’m a TWEEN :redface_wp:…tween 40 & 50…. :cool2_tb:

and I love them both & I voted my arse off!

I know if I was a die hard Danny fan I would not be voting at all next week. I mean why would I waste my time and fingers to be voting for someone else.

No matter who wins next week it will be a great finale. It will be great to see all of the contestants on the stage again.

Adam has nothing to gain next week. Of course he SHOULD win. I mean, Kris Allenà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦the next american idol?! it doesnt fit at all. If kris were to win, all the focus would be on, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã…“OMG what an upset. Kris didnt deserve to win. and ppl only voted for him because they dont like adam,à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ 

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

I think the overwhelming majority here like both Kris and Adam. I’m probably more likely to vote for Kris because I can see myself listening to an album I think he will make more than listening to Adam album. That being said, I will vote for who I think does better on the night. I’m truly unconcerned who wins.

I would rather hear that he joined a mission trip and help peeps in Honduras or something truly worthy.

Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m getting a tad sick of these other country political correctness bullshit trips. What about our own country? We have hungry and sick people right here at home that need to be cared for. That is what church groups do. That is what Danny does.

Sorry; but half the show tonight was about making us feel guilty. I give. I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t need to be preached to on American Idol about it.

Again, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m sorry. It just upsets me.

Nola, I used that as an example because the nursing students where I work do a service learning project there if they want. They also do some in the US, but the conditions in Honduras are way worse. I’m not trying to be PC (I work for a Catholic institution), but I have seen no evidence that Danny’s church does anything but buy its pastor a caddy. I would love to hear that I’m wrong. Please let me know if I am. I don’t mean Christians in general. I mean Danny’s church and him.

Anyone know if they fixed the sound mix on Cryinà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢?

To me, sadly, it did not seem so. Still hear background voice loud and clear and pitchy dawg in the beginning. Not noticeable throughout, but that’s how I remember it performance night too.

They did, however, give better close ups and camera work on “One,” if that’s any consolation.

Reminder:

I’ve been known to put long-term posters in moderation. So those of you whose posts I’ve edited, please knock off the defensiveness and the finger wagging, or you WILL be moderated

No tween here….lol, but i was on mj’s site last year with a handful of others who voted the whole time for Cookie. We were still on here until the wee hours spurring each other on. So we can’t assume only the tweens vote for the whole time:)

As one of the few Danny fans on this blog, I’m disappointed. Hopefully, he’ll be able to make a nice CCM album – I’d look forward to hearing that.

I now have no investment in the finale – other than Jordin and Blake (I was a Melinda fan), this is the first time that’s happened for me. I’m not a fan of Adam’s rock screaching, so I’d rather see Kris win, but it doesn’t matter for me so much.

Oh well.

Wow, that was an exciting show. I thought Adam could have beat Danny but I’m not sure about Kris. I believe every winner has been from the South (when there’s a Southerner in the final 2). Next Wednesday will be another exciting show for sure.

I don’ know what to say….when this whole thing started, no one knew Kris. Then it was like, “if he can get to top 10 so he can go on tour” then, each week, just one more step, all the way to top 5, then top 3, and now this!

Unbelievable.

There’s a whole lot of proud folks in Arkansas tonight.

I totally missed katy perry having Adam’s name on her cape because I couldn’t stand looking at her. that’s a strange lady. looked to me like she should perform for the circus.

He bought the $1700 suit and goodness knows what else out of his own pocket. He isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t hurting and he wonà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t be hurting. It would be great to see meek, mild lil Kris take the crown.

So you know for sure he paid for that out of his own pocket with no help from friends or family? That’s making an assumption. As a parent, if my kid was in the Top 12 on Idol you damn skippy can bet I’d be helping cover those costs and I am pretty sure his family is too.

I am so glad that this finally puts an end to the “feud” rumors with Kris and Adam. It is so obvious (and not put on for tv) that they are very, very good friends. It almost seemed like the both of them wanted to be in the finale with the other. I don’t think there was ever an ounce of truth to that “feud” story at all.

Adam’s “One” and “Cryin” studio versions are up and FANTASTIC! 100x better than the live performances!

From the homecoming video, Kris and Adam seem to have fan bases equally young…..I didn’t realize that many younguns get that involved in AI.

Im still LOL with Adams, ” I wanna see Katy Perry” and then Katy wearing that outfit with her Adam Lambert cape on LOL, priceless.

Did anyone else notice when Ryan sent Adam to the couch with Danny and Kris that Adam gave Kris a high-five and A hug but not Danny or was I seeing that wrong? If I remember correctly Adam and Kris are roommates there…They are definitely good friends! Gonna be a Great Finale!

I love it!

adamandeva: you might have a point. My 8 year old was in it for the whole two hours for Adam. My 13 year old lost interest after about 1/2 an hour–the computer was calling her! I already told my 8 year old, we are doing this for 4 hours next week. My 13 year old said I’ll do it if you pay me. I’m like, okay! HAHA

Can someone explain to me what the office pool thingy means? I thought, all season long, it represented who the majority thought was leaving. Is it still that? And if so, is it really that much in Kris favor right now to win?

Did anyone notice the mad props Randy was giving Kris when his name was called? Probably because he is a musician and Randy always has a soft spot for musicians.

I am happy for both Adam and Kris. Has a winner and runner up ever done a duet on their cd? would love to see that happen. I would still love to hear taylor and elliott together. the guys from season 5 sounded awesome together. too bad they didn’t put it on one of their cd’s. ….unless of course, i missed it.

I really liked everybody’s hometown video.
I liked seeing Danny with Jamar again lol BFF.
Kris’s family is really sweet I like how his dad was so proud he cried.
Adam was so cute with those kids,lol loved the weather girl asking Adam to put eyeliner on her.

I’m glad that Kris made it as much as I want Adam to win I have to give Kris credit.Even after getting bashed by the judges and telling him he wouldn’t win every week. He poured his heart and soul into his songs I admire that I really thought Kris was done but good for his fans for voting like mad for him.
I think Adam and Kris are sweet,talented, handsome men that can sing I’m VERY happy with this finale two.

I will vote for Adam next week but if Kris wins so be it…both guys will be a big success.

Adamà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s remarks about just wanting exposure turned me off.

I’m finding this reaction to Adam’s comment interesting. (Not picking on you, NOLA. Several people have said similar things).

Interesting to me because, Adam’s comment struck me as very similar to what Taylor said during his season: he went on to get some TV exposure, maybe pick up more gigs that way. I saw that as a sensible, even humble, attitude for a journeyman musician, dependent on whatever angle they can get to get the next gig. This sounded like exactly the same thing. Not some grandiose “I can change the world by the sheer force of my unique awesomeness” – just the sort of ordinary, modest way a gigging musician would think about how to get their name out there. Like stapling your flier to the biggest kiosk you can get to in the hopes of finding people who dig your stuff.

But maybe I’m out of synch with how it was perceived when Taylor said it, too. Maybe that also came off as crass to lots of people. Having some friends and relatives who are starving, gigging musicians, I tend to not be put off by them having to suck it up and promote themselves.

I’m a Kris fan, but I would like to extend my congratulations to Danny and to his fans for battling hard this season. It’s not an easy thing to do, and it’s obvious that millions of people thought Danny did a good job up there.

Anyway, I always believe in winning gracefully. I think Kris and Adam would agree. Good luck to them both, and godspeed, Danny.

PS…I thought Danny’s performance was his best to date. Ironic.

Sparkles, Bo was from Dixie and he lost to Carrie (mid-west.)

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Sorry, catdog, Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢m 52 years old with arthritis but I was texting for Kris with 3 phones for 2 hours, because I felt he belongs in the finals. He has a lovely musicality and great tone that always makes me smile. I think you underestimate Kris as much as the judges did. I indeed voted for Kris because he is better than Danny.
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Catdog:
I happen to be 38, which means I sure the hell ainà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t no TWEEN, and I texted for both Adam and KRIS, at least 700 timesà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦

OK YOU GUYS – YOU CONVINCED ME – I’M OLDER TOO SO YOU’LL HAVE TO SHOW ME HOW TO TEXT!!!! LOL

Katie1
May 14th, 2009 at 12:14 am
Did anyone else notice when Ryan sent Adam to the couch with Danny and Kris that Adam gave Kris a high-five and A hug but not Danny or was I seeing that wrong?

Adam gave a hand each to Danny and Kris to high-5, but Kris got up to hug Adam.

Isnà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t Jordin from Arizona?

For that season, there was Jordin from Arizona & Blake from Seattle. That’s why I said “when there was a Southerner in the final 2.” Anyway, Arizona is farther South than Seattle if that counts.
And I know Bo was from Dixie, but Carrie was totally country so that counts, doesn’t it?
Anyway, I know I’ve read that the show is huge in the South so Kris will likely get a lot of support & it won’t just be an automatic win for Adam.

I think some people might misunderstand the fact that Adam likes attention. All performers do. My daughter who is sweet and loving, likes attention. I’m planning to enroll her in drama camp this summer. But I have to say, she has so much empathy for other people. Her teacher talks about how kind and friendly and what a joy she is in class. So is she horrid for wanting attention? I don’t think so. I see that little boy in Adam who was wanting attention and trying to find his place in the world.

Adam you have my attention and I think you are so amazingly awesome. You have been the sweetest since day one. You always just smile at the end of your performances and I don’t see you wagging your fingers for the votes. You are the most gracious performer I have ever seen.

Yippee! :clap_tb:

Three of us from my office were planning to wear black tomorrow if Adam didn’t make the finals, hehe. And I’m sooooo happy to see Kris there over Danny! As of now, I’m rooting for Adam, but I wouldn’t be too disappointed if Kris won either. I love them both.

I’ve gotta say, I’m digging the fact that Kris has one glam thumb. In fact, I hope he and Adam find a way to work together when they can be grown ups in the real world. Maybe a production company. They can even call it One Glam Thumb.

Im still LOL with Adams, à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  I wanna see Katy Perryà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬  and then Katy wearing that outfit with her Adam Lambert cape on LOL, priceless.

he sure didn’t see that coming!

Well I have to say that this was the first performance of Danny’s that I “really” got. It was beautiful. I don’t know if it was because he just let go after there was no more pressure or what, but it was indeed beautiful and sad.

I honestly thought it was Adam going home when they got right down to it. I was really relieved when Adam was safe. Adam wants to win just as much as Kris. He needs it just as much. I hear every year how so and so does not need it as much. That is false.

I will be voting like normal for my fave and I hope everyone votes for their fave because they would not be on the show if they did not want to win & also need to win.

Good Luck Adam & Kris!

Adam needs to win, or Kris will be the weakest winner to date IMO.

The judges, producers, press and many voters have underestimated Kris since the beginning. IMO Heartless was his best performance of the season, and one of the most original performances in AI history. I particurly appreciate because he essentially composed part of it. Kris has a career that will surpass at least 2 or 3 ex-Idols no matter what happens in the Final. In addition, I believe he may have an even bigger career as a songwriter.

For the final, Kris’ hurdle is that I don’t know what he can do that will come close to Heartless. But I do not count him out.

Adam is coming off IMO (and many others agree) his worst night. That paired with the fact that TPTB said that he and Kris were only 1 million votes apart, may help to lower expectations a bit. I hope so.

I expect Kris and Adam to both be on their A Game next week. And since America got the Final 2 right, I think that they will probably get the Final right, too.

Adam is my choice to win although I like Kris too. I think Adam has worked hard to get where he is. Are any of you Adam fans a little worried that the fact that the judges make it very clear that they want Adam to win, might turn some people off and they decide to give Kris their votes. Also, I don’t think that cape helped Adam one bit. That could be a turn off too. I’ll bet Adam was embarrassed by that cape especially since he said that he wanted to see Katy Perry. Bet he wouldn’t have said that if he had seen that cape beforehand.

Adam/Kris final 2 – let’s celebrate!
I’m still worried, though – I hope Adam wins. First of all, he’s the best. Second of all, it will be bad for Kris anyway if Adam wins because all the attention will be on “omg Adam lost wtf!”
So Kris should get 2nd place. :happy_tb:

One more thing…I don’t think it was fair to Kris and Danny for her to wear that cape. Can you imagine how that must have made them feel? It could also drive a wedge between their friendships.

Awwww…I just finally watched the recording, because I was too nervous before!

Danny brought tears to my eyes, I wish him well, the very best!!!!I never thought I’d say something like that,wow

So you know for sure he paid for that out of his own pocket with no help from friends or family? Thatà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s making an assumption. As a parent, if my kid was in the Top 12 on Idol you damn skippy can bet Ià ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢d be helping cover those costs and I am pretty sure his family is too.

By Marco R. della Cava, USA TODAY

Ten minutes later, Lambert stands up and stomps a single snakeskin boot: “All right, we’re done. Let’s go shopping.”

Lambert says the white suit he wore to sing the Rat Pack-era tune Feeling Good cost $1,700. “But in this competition, the visual is as important as the voice,” he says. “I’ll spend what I have to.”

MJ, the “dude” is actually a “child” from Rwanda.
It’s great to see that Idol is finally doing something worthwhile with the millions of dollars they generate every minute. I hope the money is really going towards helping the people in Africa and not getting lost somewhere as “administration costs”.

One more thingà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¦I donà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢t think it was fair to Kris and Danny for her to wear that cape. Can you imagine how that must have made them feel? It could also drive a wedge between their friendships.

Not between Kradam!! Kris even mentioned Adam during his homecoming interview saying that Adam is his favourite too (or something like that – someone could correct me if i am wrong)

Besides the contestants must have known Adam have met her several times through mutual friends. Adam might have been embarrassed looking at the cape but i have the feeling that he thought it was hilarious and crazy good!!

Oklahoma is not Midwest, y’all. It’s Southw