American Idol Top 8 Show Their Inspiration

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American Idol Top 8 Show Their Inspiration

April 8, 2008 06:25:21 by Joe Reality

For the American Idol top 8 finalists performance show, the theme was inspirational songs. Michael Johns sang “Dream On.” Randy Jackson said, “I thought that was a pretty good song choice for you, but it had some pitch problems to me.” Paula Abdul said, “You sound as good as you look.” Simon Cowell said, “I thought it was a very good performance.”

Syesha Mercado sang “I Believe.” Randy Jackson said, “It was ok, just ok.” Paula Abdul said, “I just think hands down this is one of your most shining nights.” Simon Cowell said, “Technically, I thought you sang it very well. However, what it lacked for me was that big, big wave of emotion, which I got when Fantasia sang it.”

Jason Castro sang “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.” Randy Jackson said, “Dude, Jason Castro is back in the hunt. That was the hottest so far tonight.” Paula Abdul said, “You have the most definitive sound.” Simon Cowell said, “First time, I heard that version I wasn’t sure; second time, loved it; third time, fantastic.”

Kristy Lee Cook sang “Anyway.” Randy Jackson said, “There were a couple little pitch moments, but I loved that.” Paula Abdul said, “I think you outdid yourself tonight. This was your best by far.” Simon Cowell said, “I thought you were very, very good, indeed.”

David Cook sang “Innocent.” Randy Jackson said, “I’m not sure this was one of your strongest weeks right here.” Paula Abdul said, “I think that you are so well defined as being the whole package.” Simon Cowell said, “I didn’t like this performance very much at all.”

Carly Smithson sang “The Show Must Go On.” Randy Jackson said, “It was disconnected for me.” Paula Abdul said, “I just didn’t feel the connection.” Simon Cowell said, “It actually came over as kind of an angry performance.”

David Archuleta sang “Angels.” Randy Jackson said, “That was your hottest moment the whole season.” Paula Abdul said, “That sums it up for me, fantastic.” Simon Cowell said, “Best song choice of the night so far.”

Brooke White sang “You’ve Got A Friend.” Randy Jackson said, “For me, I don’t think it was your best performance. It was ok.” Paula Abdul said, “I think it was the perfect way to close the evening.” Simon Cowell said, “It was nice. Was it original? No. Was it pleasant? Yes.”

Since tomorrow is Idol Gives Back, all the finalists have one additional night of safety. On Thursday night, another finalist will be going home, and it could be a shocker. Kristy Lee Cook had one of the better performances of the night, but will it be enough to save her? David Cook had an off night, but will it be enough to sink him? Odds are that both of the Cooks will survive, but either Syesha Mercado or Carly Smithson will likely be going home next.

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