I wrote a bunch of notes about the American Idol performances -- but then ran out of time to blog about everything. But I would have predicted Haley leaving tonight -- and Phil being in the bottom 3. But I wasn't sure about the other bottom performer. I actually thought Blake might be there, because he has lost some of his appeal for me -- and because Chris is so likeable.
I loved the advice J.Lo gave to the American Idol contestants. And I actually thought Sanjaya did a good job -- his best performance up to this point. I was hoping Haley would go home -- it is just hard to watch someone who is trying to sell herself so much, and doesn't seem to know who she is, but rather uses her body. Even Simon mentioned that she was using the tactic of "wearing the least amount of clothes possible." That is very sad.
I agreed with Simon on most of the American Idol performances last night -- and felt like no one really stood out and "wowed" me. Of course Melinda, LaKisha and Jordin did well -- but I didn't love any of the performances. Chris Richardson keeps growing on me, but his voice isn't my favorite. Although I do think he'll get a record deal and do very well. Blake has hit a deadend for me -- he just doesn't seem to connect to the music, but always gives a good performance. I wish he would have a bit more emotion and some more facial expressions.
I still predict Melinda to win. LaKisha and Jordin in the top 3 and perhaps Blake as the 4th (although I'd rather it was Chris). I think Phil will go home next week, and then possibly Sanjaya if we're lucky. But it will probably be Chris or Blake.
Anyway, I think they are all doing well -- and I wish for them the best.
