American Idol -- Top 2(05/20/2008) 
7:58
Hi all!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:58 
7:59
Hi Roberta. I knew you would be the first one in.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 
7:59
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Will you be at Celebration tomorrow night? I got tickets!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 Roberta
7:59
Yup. I'll be there.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 
7:59
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Hello folks :-)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 Beth
7:59
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
gotta go! and i'm not roberta!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 Guest
7:59
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'll come up and introduce myself :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 7:59 Roberta
8:00
Hi Beth. Hi Guest.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 
8:00
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Hi Guest
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 Roberta
8:00
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
hey hey the big night is here
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 MJ ME
8:00
Hi MJ ME.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 
8:00
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
doing good?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 Guest
8:00
Michael Buffer. Cool.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 
8:00
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Woo Hoo!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 Roberta
8:00
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
hiya
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:00 MJ ME
8:01

Oh no, the robe idea was a bad one.

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:01 
8:01
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Cute beginning!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:01 Roberta
8:01
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Oh, I already thought it was cute
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:01 Roberta
8:01
Too cute for me.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:01 
8:02
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Gonzo, will you be in the lobby?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:02 Roberta
8:02
I'll be at Celebration South. But I will be late.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:02 
8:02
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
That was kind of cheesy...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:02 Beth
8:02
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'll find ya!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:02 Roberta
8:03
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
I am here for David AYEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:03 MJ ME
8:03
Tommy and Brooke from Star 105.7 are supposed to text me tonight.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:03 
8:04
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm so jealous they are there...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:04 Roberta
8:04
Oh no, the boxing theme again.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:04 
8:04
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I'm not sure I'm down with this theme. It's about singing, no?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:04 Beth
8:04
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I offered to take Brooke shopping!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:04 Roberta
8:04

Beth, I agree. It's odd.

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:04 
8:05
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Simon was on Leno last night and his bet is on David Cook
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:05 Roberta
8:05
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
hey all
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:05 Drew
8:05
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I wonder how many times that's happened - that the top 2 have never been in the bottom 3?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:05 Beth
8:06
That would take some research. Not sure.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:06 
8:06
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Hi Drew
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:06 Roberta
8:06
Cook goes first...No, don't address the audience.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:06 
8:07
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
HI ALL!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 Emily Richett
8:07
Emilyyyyyyyyyyyyyy! In da house.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 
8:07
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I'm giddy excited... ridiculous!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 Emily Richett
8:07
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Cook's hair has gotten better over the weeks. Hi Emily!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 Roberta
8:07
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Aw, I love Cook's charisma
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 Beth
8:07
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm jumping out of my skin!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:07 Roberta
8:08
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Yeah beginning was CHEE-SEY!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:08 Emily Richett
8:08
Simon says you got to hate your opponent. Blah.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:08 
8:08
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
hey gonzo... was that you I saw @ work today with Jim?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:08 Drew
8:09
Yeah, I love Fifth Third Ballpark..even when there is no game.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 
8:09
[Comment From starstar: ] 
cook will make a more charismatic idol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 star
8:09
Hi star. I agree. Cook is the man.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 
8:09
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I wonder if they knew they would be asked how they felt about the other David
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 Beth
8:09
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Ah, what will I do with myself after this week? :(
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 Emily Richett
8:09
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
yeah... thanks for stopping by my desk, lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 Drew
8:09
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Drew, you work at the ballpark?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:09 Beth
8:10
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
sure do Beth.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 Drew
8:10
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Emily, I'm already going through major withdrawal!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 Roberta
8:10
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
Tow and Tan here
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 Tow&Tan
8:10

Welcome Tow and Tan. Your pick to win?

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 
8:10
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
Go David
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 Tow&Tan
8:10
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
hello! i am from brasil and wanna knoiw whats happing iun the show live!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 lele
8:10
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
haha which one?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:10 Tow&Tan
8:11
Hi lele....from Brasil. How coool.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 
8:11
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Does your last name start with W, Drew? (sorry everyone!) If so, I think you sold us our season tickets :-)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Beth
8:11
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
everyone makes fun of me cuz I'm such an idol geek, but whatever, lol. I've loved the show since day 1
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Drew
8:11
[Comment From MichaelMichael: ] 
At what time does it start?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Michael
8:11
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
both!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 lele
8:11
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
I say Cook
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Tow&Tan
8:11
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
How do fans from out of the country know about this blog? It's cool
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Roberta
8:11
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
three of us here
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Tow&Tan
8:11
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
beth... sure does. lol.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 Drew
8:11
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
my fiend and i we are freaky about american idol????
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 lele
8:11
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
i google it
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:11 lele
8:12
Well, we're in Michigan, and we LOVE IDOL!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 
8:12
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
dang gonzo... all international now. you're a celebrity
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 Drew
8:12
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
haha they probably google and research and find ANYTHING they can get their hands on
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 Emily Richett
8:12
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
that's funny Drew! Congrats on your new (not so new anymore) baby!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 Beth
8:12
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
tell me what is david archuleta sang!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 lele
8:12
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
whats happening??
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 lele
8:12
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
GO IDOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:12 Roberta
8:13
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
hey thanks! :) she's 3 months old now... crazy how time has flown.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 Drew
8:13
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
sorry we can't stream it for ya lele... haha
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 Emily Richett
8:13
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
why??
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 lele
8:13
The performers will start momentarily.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 
8:13
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Hey! Just got home. So excited for this show!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 RachaelRuiz
8:13
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
im very exited!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:13 lele
8:14
The performers will start soon.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 
8:14
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Why is Andrew Lloyd Webber back again? I must not have caught that
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 Beth
8:14
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Hi Rachel Ruiz!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 Roberta
8:14
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
whatb is happening now????
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 lele
8:14
Cook singing U2's I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For. Not bad.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 
8:14
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
beth... do you work for a company or did you buy indiv. tix?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:14 Drew
8:15
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
I love this SONG
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Tow&Tan
8:15
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
nice...upper register! he's best there
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Emily Richett
8:15
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
cook is awesome. one of the best idols by far
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Drew
8:15
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
What up Rachael!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Emily Richett
8:15
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Hey! David Cook is awesome.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 RachaelRuiz
8:15
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
hes rocking the house????
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 lele
8:15
It's a classic David Cook rendition.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 
8:15
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He's doing a great job!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Roberta
8:15
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Always rockin' it lele
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Emily Richett
8:15
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Individual...you worked with my husband Christian. We have a 10-game plan, second year of having them. :-)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Beth
8:15
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He has grown on me :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 Roberta
8:15
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I knew he would stun the crowd tonight.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:15 RachaelRuiz
8:16
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
WOW, seriously...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Emily Richett
8:16
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
=)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 lele
8:16
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Ooooohhh he is doing SO WELL!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Beth
8:16
[Comment From MichaelMichael: ] 
Hello guys, someone could tell me at what time ti starts because I am in the UK. Thanks.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Michael
8:16
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
He is GREAT
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Tow&Tan
8:16
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
amazing
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Roberta
8:16
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Nice David! YES! :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 Emily Richett
8:16
Hi Michael in the UK. Only one song into the show.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:16 
8:17
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
SOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOODDDDDDD
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Tow&Tan
8:17
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
What's up with the orange hand band!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 RachaelRuiz
8:17
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
beth... ahhh yes, of course. well tell him i said hello. small world :) lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Drew
8:17
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
is over??
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 lele
8:17
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
wonderful david cook. what a talent man.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Drew
8:17
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
2007?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Roberta
8:17
Judges are loving it.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 
8:17
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Say it girl! (paula)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Emily Richett
8:17
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Randy forgot what year we're in
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Roberta
8:17
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
roberta i was wondering that too... 2007 lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:17 Drew
8:18
Simon loved it!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:18 
8:18
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Paula seems even keeled tonight. :-)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:18 RachaelRuiz
8:18
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
didn't anyone else notice?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:18 Roberta
8:18
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Drew: will do! This is so random...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:18 Beth
8:19

Archie singing Don't let the sun go down on Me. Another good song choice.

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 
8:19
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
funny thing is... they didn't even start the prelims in 2007... so... yeah... lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 Drew
8:19
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
One of my fav Elton songs.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 RachaelRuiz
8:19
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Awwww Lil' David...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 Emily Richett
8:19
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I wish they would pick something other than ballads for Archuleta. It's about versatility!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 Beth
8:19
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I still love little David. He has done well; even if he doesn't win win;
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:19 Roberta
8:20
He's doing a great job with it. Good range. And a little spark. Nice.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 
8:20
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
He's like a little doll!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 RachaelRuiz
8:20
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He can be so proud of himself
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Roberta
8:20
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
he sounds a lot more grown up tonight, don't you think ?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Drew
8:20
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He's working it
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Roberta
8:20
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
They both deserve the title
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Roberta
8:20
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
looks more grown up too... maybe that's the producers doing? lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Drew
8:20
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
he's talent... (but D.Cook has got it)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Emily Richett
8:20
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
That was more energy than I've seen him have, ever!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:20 Beth
8:21
Lele in Brasil and Michael in the UK...you're missing a great start to the show.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 
8:21
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
What a great show though! Tommy n Brook gotta be lovin' it!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Emily Richett
8:21
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I think they'll both get record contracts.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 RachaelRuiz
8:21
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He wins in my heart
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Roberta
8:21
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
nonononononono david a was fantastic
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 MJ ME
8:21
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
it was good
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Drew
8:21
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He was my idol from the start
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Roberta
8:21
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i'll give the "boy wonder" credit
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Drew
8:21
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I'd bet that most in the top 10 get record contracts this year
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 Beth
8:21
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
I cannot even type...i am sooooooooooo thrilled
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:21 MJ ME
8:22
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm crying...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Roberta
8:22
I'm with you MJ ME!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 
8:22
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
Go David A
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 MJ ME
8:22
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Round 1 little david. Woo Hoo
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Roberta
8:22
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
says david archuletta: oh my gawsh...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Drew
8:22
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 MJ ME
8:22
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Yikes, i hope that doesn't make him over-confident for the next 2 songs
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Beth
8:22
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
awww he's so cute
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Emily Richett
8:22
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
ala napoleon dynamite
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 Drew
8:22
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Why does Simon always claim a winner each round?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:22 RachaelRuiz
8:23
Archie did a great job, no question.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 
8:23
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He can do no wrong in my eyes
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 Roberta
8:23
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I loved them both!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 RachaelRuiz
8:23
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Does it seem like Ryan has tons of makeup on tonight, or is it just me?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 Beth
8:23
Emily...fashion critic. What do you say?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 
8:23
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
it is his thing to name the taker of the round...boxing match right
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:23 MJ ME
8:24
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
hahaha I have even looked at Ryan that closely
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:24 MJ ME
8:24

I'm   having some trouble on my end. Are guys seeing my posts?

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:24 
8:24
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
those two song c h oices were perfect
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:24 MJ ME
8:24
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
yes
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:24 MJ ME
8:25
Thanks MJ ME.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 
8:25
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I'm back sorry
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 Emily Richett
8:25
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Yes, although your last post was in italics for some reason
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 Beth
8:25
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
maybe it is just you and me...:)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 MJ ME
8:25
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
side note: anyone see Hillary just won Kentucky... not that it matters, but lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 Drew
8:25
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I'll have to check the make-up... I didn't notice. I heart Ryan though ;)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 Emily Richett
8:25
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
loud and clear here Gonzo
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:25 Drew
8:26
We talked politics last week, so why not again.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 
8:26
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
how about ted kennedy
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 MJ ME
8:26
[Comment From acac: ] 
im with david cook
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 ac
8:26
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
ok
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 MJ ME
8:26
Hi ac!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 
8:26
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
well i missed last week, so... lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 Drew
8:26
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
im back!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 lele
8:26
Hi lele, we're in commercials.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 
8:26
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
commercial break
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:26 MJ ME
8:27
[Comment From starstar: ] 
gonna be tough...not sure if david a. can handle the excitement, but he was great. I'm still for david. c.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:27 star
8:27
[Comment From acac: ] 
wat up!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:27 ac
8:27
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Gonzo, you know I've been a little David fan from the start
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:27 Roberta
8:27
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
what the judjes sayed about he
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:27 lele
8:27
Songwriting competition winner. There were some good ones. I listened to all of them.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:27 
8:28
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I say Ryan looks good... it is his big day, Paula is all dolled up- why can't he? ;)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Emily Richett
8:28
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
yes david can....he is a perfectionist
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 MJ ME
8:28
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i would go see david cook in concert tomorrow.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Drew
8:28
lele wants to know our ages.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 
8:28
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
hopefully cook pulls this off
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Drew
8:28
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
EMily...funny
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Beth
8:28
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
this was the controversy last year when they didn't let Blake Lewis re-arrange the songwriter song
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Emily Richett
8:28
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Drew - so would I!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 Beth
8:28
[Comment From acac: ] 
me to with the concert.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:28 ac
8:29
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
this boxing theme is getting a little old to me though
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 Drew
8:29
Dream Big. Perfect song for David Cook.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 
8:29
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
wow, typos sorry. Lele we are all in our late teens ;) hehe
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 Emily Richett
8:29
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
tell me your ages!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 lele
8:29

Ok. I'm in my early 40s.

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 
8:29
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
he is good ....but to me much the same..
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 MJ ME
8:29
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
33
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:29 MJ ME
8:30
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm 54
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Roberta
8:30
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
im 14
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 lele
8:30
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
So they each got to pick a song? They won't perform the same song like in years past? Interesting...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Beth
8:30
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
His hair is different. Up instead of side swiped!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 RachaelRuiz
8:30
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
wah, demanding are we? Ha, 23
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Emily Richett
8:30
[Comment From acac: ] 
i no. hes pretty tight-david c. that is
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 ac
8:30
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
yeah... i'm like 12, my mom and dad are hounding me to get off the computer soon
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Drew
8:30
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Awesome Lele, rock on
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Emily Richett
8:30
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Rachel, I like his hair better now. In his face was weird
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Roberta
8:30
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
that is right...the same song idea is great
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 MJ ME
8:30
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I am a big DC fan, but this is just okay to me.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 RachaelRuiz
8:30
[Comment From acac: ] 
that rocked
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 ac
8:30
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
just kidding lele... i'm 26
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:30 Drew
8:31
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Hahaha Drew! Yeah Cook... Nice
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 Emily Richett
8:31
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
david is in good voice tonight
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 MJ ME
8:31
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Yeah David's hair much better... can't believe they let it go for so long
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 Emily Richett
8:31
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
27 here
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 Beth
8:31
[Comment From acac: ] 
shut up paula
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 ac
8:31
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Simon not thrilled
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:31 Roberta
8:32
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
He did the song well, but it wasn't a great song.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 Beth
8:32
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Who was that guy they just showed?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 Emily Richett
8:32
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
not the winning song...i agree
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 MJ ME
8:32
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Paula, I must say, looks lovely tonight
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 Emily Richett
8:32
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
lele... where are you from?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 Drew
8:32
[Comment From acac: ] 
i no david a. will win :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 ac
8:32
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
i think simon and paula should be dating, they are perfect for each other
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:32 lele
8:33
[Comment From acac: ] 
lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 ac
8:33
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Paula dresses great, not as awesome as Syesha did though.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 RachaelRuiz
8:33
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
brasil!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 lele
8:33
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
GONZO!! I can't believe you guys started without me!! HEY everyone! Let me catch up: LOVE David Cook! Agree about the hair. (for arch comments, see today's paper!) Hi, Em! and Rachie Ruiz! girl, I haven't seen you in weeks! now.. on with the show!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 Michele DeSelms
8:33
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
paula always looks great ...it must be nice to have make up people and hairstylists at your call
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 MJ ME
8:33
Hi Michele!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 
8:33
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
why does simon always have some kind of contact with paula
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 MJ ME
8:33
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
dang... that song in the diet coke commerical brings back memories, wow. old school CrazyTown
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 Drew
8:33
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Hey Michele!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 Beth
8:33
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Hi Michele
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:33 Roberta
8:34
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Welcome Gonzo - the man is in the house!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 RachaelRuiz
8:34
[Comment From acac: ] 
davids hair is tightness. i need it.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 ac
8:34
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Did you think I wasn't going to show up??? Hi guys!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 Michele DeSelms
8:34
Michele, thanks for contributing to today's GR Press.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 
8:34
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
you remember that song Emily?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 Drew
8:34
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Hey Michele!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:34 Emily Richett
8:35
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
That's an old commercial! I have the same reaction when I hear it too...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 Beth
8:35
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
what do you think abou simon and paula
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 lele
8:35
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Hey Michele!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 RachaelRuiz
8:35
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
I love David Cook!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 Claire Marks-wilt
8:35
[Comment From acac: ] 
gonzo what do you think of the show
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 ac
8:35
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Ah, Drew I missed it... I'm also trying to write a blog on myspace (which doesn't work too well with this *and watching!)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:35 Emily Richett
8:36
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
yeah beth and that one guy (the lead singer of that group) was in that celebrity rehab thing on VH1
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 Drew
8:36
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
i love david archuletaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 lele
8:36
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
o cute!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 lele
8:36
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Commercial=food break
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 RachaelRuiz
8:36
ac, overall, David Archuleta is impressing me.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 
8:36
In this moment by David
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 
8:36
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
back to lil david
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:36 Roberta
8:37
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
it was that CrazyTown song... "dance all night to this DJ"
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 Drew
8:37
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
make sure you check out tomorrow night's Back Story-- I have a fun story about how so many idols have gone country
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 Michele DeSelms
8:37
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Oh really? never seen that show. I have to cut it off at some point, lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 Beth
8:37
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He is the winner!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 Roberta
8:37
[Comment From acac: ] 
i still think david c will win gonzo. what now!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 ac
8:37
I'm agreeing.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 
8:37
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
chills down my spine
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:37 Roberta
8:38
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
That voice is amazing!!!!! He has that "something" that David cook doesn't
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 Roberta
8:38
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Why is there an anchor on his suit jacket? Odd!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 Beth
8:38
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
David Cook should win!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 Claire Marks-wilt
8:38
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
FABULOUS....NO ONE CAN TAKE IT FROM HIM
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 Roberta
8:38
Nice one Roberta.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 
8:38
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
Hey coach it's luke
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 Luke
8:38
Luke, you rock!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 
8:38
[Comment From acac: ] 
david a. amazing:( unfortunately
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:38 ac
8:39
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
see... i like some ballad singers... (like Josh Groban) but this kid can't even compare to him, so... I just hope he doesn't win, because I honestly don't think anyone would buy his ballad filled album
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Drew
8:39
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Hey, sailor inspired pieces are in this season! ;)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Emily Richett
8:39
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
He is a star tonight
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Roberta
8:39
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Like politics - it depends who gets out the vote!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 RachaelRuiz
8:39
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
He is spot on tonight...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Emily Richett
8:39
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
this kid's voice is gorgeous-- I just don't see myself buying any of his records or going to a concert. But I actually think he'll win tomorrow night.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Michele DeSelms
8:39
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
The judges are in love with him.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 RachaelRuiz
8:39
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I have to say...if this kid had shown a little more versatility in his ability to do different songs, I could have easily been swayed to be his fan instead
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Beth
8:39
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i wouldn't listen to him sing the phone book
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Drew
8:39
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Rachael what are you cookin' over there? I should run over and borrow some snacks ;)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:39 Emily Richett
8:40
Simon gives round two to Archuleta and says he chose the better song.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 
8:40
[Comment From Tow&TanTow&Tan: ] 
Did anyone see the Telepromoter
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 Tow&Tan
8:40
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I would drew
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 Roberta
8:40
[Comment From acac: ] 
sing a phone book. lolol. what do ya think of that gonzo
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 ac
8:40
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Rach is cooking??
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 Michele DeSelms
8:40
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm so proud of him :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 Roberta
8:40
[Comment From acac: ] 
nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 ac
8:40
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
He has a good voice, for sure, and good control of it, which is half the battle. I just don't see him as the "whole package"
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 Beth
8:40
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I am eating peanut butter from the jar!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:40 RachaelRuiz
8:41
Luke, who do you want to win?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 
8:41
Oh, and Rachael, tell your boss to give you a raise.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 
8:41
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
i think david archuleta will win!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 lele
8:41
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
David cook is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 Claire Marks-wilt
8:41
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Ha! I'm definitely a 'bought it with my own two hands' kind of a gal.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 Michele DeSelms
8:41
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
yeah coldplay. great band
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 Drew
8:41
[Comment From acac: ] 
im eating 989898987584 chips per second
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:41 ac
8:42
Hi Claire.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 
8:42
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
David
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 Luke
8:42
David who?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 
8:42
[Comment From acac: ] 
more full throtle. more more
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 ac
8:42
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
You tell her on Thursday! Crunchy pb all the way.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 RachaelRuiz
8:42
[Comment From acac: ] 
chug chug chug
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 ac
8:42
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
a or c
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:42 Luke
8:43
Luke, which one? A or C?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:43 
8:43
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
Pala cant say no
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:43 Claire Marks-wilt
8:43
[Comment From acac: ] 
both luke
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:43 ac
8:43
[Comment From acac: ] 
david c. all da way
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:43 ac
8:43
Luke, you're batting last at tomorrow's game if you don't pick one.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:43 
8:44
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
hmm......a or c a or c ok a
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Luke
8:44
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
hi emily choe
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Claire Marks-wilt
8:44
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Ah I'm going to make blueberry muffins if these commercials would go a bit longer...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Emily Richett
8:44
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
LOL!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Beth
8:44
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
dang gonzo... you drive a hard bargin
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Drew
8:44
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
bargain
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Drew
8:44
[Comment From acac: ] 
nooo curse you luke. u idiot
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 ac
8:44
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I also love so you think you can dance
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 Roberta
8:44
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
who wins the night
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:44 lele
8:45
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
did you guys see the 'dance' marathon on MTV this weekend? it's a great show!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 Michele DeSelms
8:45
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
they are long aren't they
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 MJ ME
8:45
[Comment From acac: ] 
dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc dc.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 ac
8:45
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Roberta- we were thinking the same thing at the same time!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 Michele DeSelms
8:45
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
what's cook gonna do?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 Drew
8:45
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
somebody con put he new performances videos on you tube so that i can see it!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 lele
8:45
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Ryan is so cute.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 RachaelRuiz
8:45
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
ok i picked one am i still batting last?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 Luke
8:45
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Ooooh! Collective Soul!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:45 Beth
8:46
Luke, you're not batting last. If Cook wins, you can bat first. How about that.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 
8:46
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
:) Same wavelength Michele
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 Roberta
8:46
[Comment From acac: ] 
nice
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 ac
8:46
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
wow... nice choice. collective soul was a great band
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 Drew
8:46
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I hear ya Rachael
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 Emily Richett
8:46
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
please
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 lele
8:46
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
come on archie... Imagine? you sang it already!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 Drew
8:46
[Comment From acac: ] 
da is a cry baby. baby baby baby
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:46 ac
8:47
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Rach-- you think Ryan is cute because he looks like your husband! (except way shorter)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Michele DeSelms
8:47
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Ok, this is it boys!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 RachaelRuiz
8:47
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
nobody answers me!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 lele
8:47
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
great minds, roberta.... we think alike!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Michele DeSelms
8:47
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
Okay, now I recongize the song.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Amanda B.
8:47
Hi Amanda B.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 
8:47
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Can't wait to see these guys in Det & GR... it's gonna be good!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Emily Richett
8:47
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Was? Still are! :-)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Beth
8:47
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
but it's his song choice.....
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Roberta
8:47
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Nice David... nice!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Emily Richett
8:47
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
yeah he sang it before ....he'll SING it again....go Archie
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 MJ ME
8:47
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
David Cook is amazing
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:47 Claire Marks-wilt
8:48
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
I am loving this song!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Michele DeSelms
8:48
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
making it is own
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Drew
8:48
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
You are right Michele!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 RachaelRuiz
8:48
[Comment From acac: ] 
u have been anwered lele.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 ac
8:48
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
making it is own
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Drew
8:48
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
what do you the odds of me batting first ?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Luke
8:48
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
Thanks for the invite!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Amanda B.
8:48
[Comment From lelelele: ] 
david archuleta is singing what
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 lele
8:48
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Here is he is folks... your next American Idol!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Emily Richett
8:48
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Ooooh that was good.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Beth
8:48
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
MONEY!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Emily Richett
8:48
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
He puts a lot of emotion in the song.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Amanda B.
8:48
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
awwww he is soooo cute!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 Michele DeSelms
8:48
[Comment From acac: ] 
frigate is a funny word. frigate frigate
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:48 ac
8:49
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
archuletta is annoying. i dont' care how good of a singer he is. he's too flippin emotional for me
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Drew
8:49
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I think we all have a "boxing match" going tonight
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Roberta
8:49
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
cook is sooooooooooo cool
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Claire Marks-wilt
8:49
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I am on a waiting list for Idol concert box tix already at The Van.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 RachaelRuiz
8:49
The Press will be doing a contest. Stay tuned.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 
8:49
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I love when they have raw emotion like that...so real.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Beth
8:49
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Imagine
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Roberta
8:49
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
I would totally buy this record, Randy.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Amanda B.
8:49
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
sorry i ment think my odds are
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 Luke
8:49
[Comment From acac: ] 
hes crying ha
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:49 ac
8:50
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
How can I get invited for the concert box?????
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 Roberta
8:50
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
paula's imfamous "palm clap"
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 Drew
8:50
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I've been a fan since day 1
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 Roberta
8:50
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Standing O from Paula, wow!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 RachaelRuiz
8:50
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Wrong Simon!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 RachaelRuiz
8:50
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
Yeah, it would have been awesome if he had sang Billy Jean. Awww...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 Amanda B.
8:50
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Paula gives standing ovations a lot, lol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 Beth
8:50
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I will work my magic on tix Roberta!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:50 RachaelRuiz
8:51
Archuleta sings Imagine next.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:51 
8:51
[Comment From acac: ] 
who thinks paula should be off the show.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:51 ac
8:51
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
She can stand tonight.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:51 RachaelRuiz
8:51
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Love you Rachael!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:51 Roberta
8:51
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
This is so emotional for both David's.....all their hard work has come down to two nights
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:51 Roberta
8:52
I vote   for Michele DeSelms or Emily as the next judge.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 
8:52
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
Yeah, Paula does seem more lucid tonight.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Amanda B.
8:52
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
They both deserve Kudos; but lil David is my American Idol!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Roberta
8:52
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Hate to be a downer... but I am SO sad this show is ending this week.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 RachaelRuiz
8:52
[Comment From acac: ] 
the winner of american idol 2008 is......................DAVID ARCHULETA!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 ac
8:52
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Paula is actually in her element tonight... and looks great
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Emily Richett
8:52
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
woo hoo! I'm in!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Michele DeSelms
8:52
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
How 'bout me Gonzo?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Roberta
8:52
Ok, Roberta, too!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 
8:52
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
We'll both do it! We'd rock it ;)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:52 Emily Richett
8:53
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm sad too Rachael
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 Roberta
8:53
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I don't know what I'll do with my Tuesday/Weds evenings :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 Emily Richett
8:53
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I've got good comments :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 Roberta
8:53
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Thanks Gonzo!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 Roberta
8:53
[Comment From acac: ] 
HEY GONZO. HOW BOUT SOME TICKETS
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 ac
8:53
I'll post details on my blog later this summer. Sorry.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 
8:53
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Just imagine the outfits, Em!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:53 Michele DeSelms
8:54
[Comment From acac: ] 
FRONT ROW SEAT PLEASE
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 ac
8:54
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Haha, Puddin' from WSNX just text me "it's rigged!"
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Emily Richett
8:54
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
I'm bummed I came to the live blog the last week. I should have been here earlier.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Amanda B.
8:54
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Tuesday/Wed-- I might actually get some work done for the news!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Michele DeSelms
8:54
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Drew, will you be at celebration tomorrow night?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Roberta
8:54
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I agree - Michele and Em judges - then we can hang VIP with the famous guests!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 RachaelRuiz
8:54
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
That's right Michele! Let's get to work designing those!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Emily Richett
8:54
Archuleta singing Imagine.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 
8:54
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
What's going on at Celebration tomorrow?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:54 Beth
8:55
[Comment From acac: ] 
IMAGINE EH. OK OK. I LOVE CANADIANS.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 ac
8:55
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
goosebump time
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 Roberta
8:55
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
He does such a great a job on this song-- beautiful
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 Michele DeSelms
8:55
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
We've heard it before... but it's worth hearing again.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 Emily Richett
8:55
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
This song selection doesn't seem fair - he already got accolades for this.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 Beth
8:55
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
finale there on big screen
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 Roberta
8:55
Celebration Cinema South has a party.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 
8:55
[Comment From acac: ] 
U SIAD IT ROBERTA
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:55 ac
8:56
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm already voting
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 Roberta
8:56
For Archie, right???? Ha, ha.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 
8:56
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Ah, cool. Is it open to anyone?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 Beth
8:56
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Didn't Simon dislike Imagine last time?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 RachaelRuiz
8:56
Hot FM is hosting the party.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 
8:56
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
you got it Gonzo :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 Roberta
8:56
[Comment From acac: ] 
IM WATCHING ON 42 INCH HIGH DEFINITION TV. ITS TIGHT!!! BIG STEREO. BIG SOUND. BIG DAVIDS.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 ac
8:56
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
He is magic with this song. Either way, I think America wins with this... David or David, an amazing Idol.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:56 Emily Richett
8:57
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Go Randy!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 Roberta
8:57
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
Well Randy sure liked it.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 Amanda B.
8:57
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Oh my...Randy picks Archuleta?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 Beth
8:57
[Comment From Amanda B.Amanda B.: ] 
It's kinda like Clay and Reuben. I bet Clive Davis will give both of them a contract.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 Amanda B.
8:57
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
I agree-- this is the best finale since Reuben and Clay
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 Michele DeSelms
8:57
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
You can tell who Randy wants to win!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:57 RachaelRuiz
8:58

Wow, did Simon pick Archuleta?

Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 
8:58
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm crying
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Roberta
8:58
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I still say, it's D Cook!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Emily Richett
8:58
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'm still voting; I'm up to 20 x
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Roberta
8:58
[Comment From acac: ] 
YEA HE DID GONZO
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 ac
8:58
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
now that is some singing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 MJ ME
8:58
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I'm sorry, but I just don't think Archuleta can handle the pressure of being the AmIdol
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Beth
8:58
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
He wants to win so badly-- I think Cook understands that he'll be a huge success even if he doesn't win
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Michele DeSelms
8:58
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Go Roberta!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:58 Emily Richett
8:59
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
coach, now i know i'm not batting first
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 Luke
8:59
You're funny Luke.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 
8:59
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
I think David Cook too, he has a greater appeal because his look and style is more mature.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 RachaelRuiz
8:59
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
Archie is t he best singing
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 MJ ME
8:59
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Michele, remind me to tell ya about waterfront tomorrow
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 Emily Richett
8:59
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I do. He's proven he can handle the pressure of all these months
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 Roberta
8:59
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
let luke bat first! luke luke luke luke luke
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 Michele DeSelms
8:59
Luke, sounds like you have a fan.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 
8:59
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
you are right about cook will be going places
Tuesday May 20, 2008 8:59 MJ ME
9:00
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
oooohhhhh.. can't wait!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 Michele DeSelms
9:00
I think Simon knows that votes were going heavily for Cook so he swayed them to Archuleta.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 
9:00
[Comment From acac: ] 
DAVID COOK ALL DA WAY. HE WILL WIN. NOT DAVD ARCHULETA
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 ac
9:00
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
He just always looks like he's almost about to fall apart...I don't know, he just seems fragile.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 Beth
9:00
[Comment From MJ MEMJ ME: ] 
good night idol fans
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 MJ ME
9:00
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
thanx michelle
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:00 Luke
9:01
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Hats off to both of them!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 RachaelRuiz
9:01
[Comment From Michele DeSelmsMichele DeSelms: ] 
Have a great night everyone! See you at 10!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Michele DeSelms
9:01
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
see ya at celebration tomorrow
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Roberta
9:01
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Hey Reuben
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Roberta
9:01
[Comment From LukeLuke: ] 
C YA AT THE GAME COACH
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Luke
9:01
See you tomorrow Luke.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 
9:01
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
Aww, Rube!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Emily Richett
9:01
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Is that Ruben? Where's he been!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 RachaelRuiz
9:01
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
It's what you do! ;) See ya
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Emily Richett
9:01
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
dang.. .what happened? my computer froze i think
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Drew
9:01
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Love the teddy bear
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 Roberta
9:01
[Comment From RachaelRuizRachaelRuiz: ] 
Good night guys... sleep tight! Love this last song...
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:01 RachaelRuiz
9:02
[Comment From acac: ] 
iM SO SAD THIS SEASON IS OVER
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 ac
9:02
[Comment From Claire Marks-wiltClaire Marks-wilt: ] 
David cook rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 Claire Marks-wilt
9:02
I love this song.......Overall, great show tonight, ya'll.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 
9:02
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i couldn't comment at all on the final performances. weird
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 Drew
9:02
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
haha If you guys want to see some 'best of the worst' highlights of all these awful auditions.. you can check it out on the rundown at wxmi.com/entertainment/emily
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 Emily Richett
9:02
[Comment From acac: ] 
YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:02 ac
9:03
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
It really was a great show. It will be a close vote, I'll bet.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:03 Beth
9:03
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Gonzo don't leave tomorrow night Until I meet you! I'm wearing my Idol shirt
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:03 Roberta
9:03
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
sweet. hey roberta... are you going tomorrow?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:03 Drew
9:03
I'll be there late because I have a ballgame. I should bring Luke.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:03 
9:03
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
yes drew
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:03 Roberta
9:04
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Does the thing tomorrow cost money (tickets) or is it just open?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 Beth
9:04
[Comment From acac: ] 
DAVID C. 999999 VOTES. DAVID A. 1000000 VOTES
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 ac
9:04
Beth, just show up. Tell them you're supposed to meet me (and Roberta, Press bloggers).
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 
9:04
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Gonzo, I'll write my name on my Idol shirt
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 Roberta
9:04
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Beth, you had to get them from the radio station
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 Roberta
9:04
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
'Night everyone! :) You can catch highlights tomorrow on the same webpage.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:04 Emily Richett
9:05
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
HOT FM
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Roberta
9:05
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Jack from Radio station is holding tickets for me
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Roberta
9:05
Drew, are you going?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 
9:05
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i'm not sure if i can make it tomorrow. lots of stuff to do @ home
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Drew
9:05
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Thanks Gonzo
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Roberta
9:05
Take care everyone.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 
9:05
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
I might go
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Emily Richett
9:05
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'll write Press Blogger on shirt too
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:05 Roberta
9:06
That will get you in!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 
9:06
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Okay Gonzo! Thanks, that would be a lot of fun. I didn't know about it before this.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 Beth
9:06
We're glad you joined us tonight. Great comments from everyone.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 
9:06
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
I'll be hyper all day
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 Roberta
9:06
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
i'll try though... it's a long drive for me to get to CC South
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 Drew
9:06
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
Night
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 Roberta
9:06
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Does it start at 8?
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 Beth
9:06
Yeds, 8-10 p.m.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:06 
9:07
[Comment From Emily RichettEmily Richett: ] 
we have Kenny Chesney concert with the Road Crew... maybe I'll see ya guys!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 Emily Richett
9:07
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
gnight all... hope to meet you sometime soon Roberta if not tomorrow :)
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 Drew
9:07
Take care everyone, and good night.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 
9:07
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
Wonderful, okay, night all, hope to meet you in person!
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 Beth
9:07
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
You got it Drew
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 Roberta
9:07
[Comment From acac: ] 
C YA EVERYBODY. SLEEP TIGHT. SWEET DREAMS OF YOU GIRLS DATING DAVID A.LOL
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 ac
9:07
[Comment From RobertaRoberta: ] 
my email is booboo44navy@comcast.net
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:07 Roberta
9:08
[Comment From DrewDrew: ] 
and hey gonzo... next time stop by my desk and say hi
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:08 Drew
9:08
I will man. Talk to you soon.
Tuesday May 20, 2008 9:08 
9:08
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