Last night the remaining Idols – Kris Allen, Danny Gokey and Adam Lambert – sang their little hearts out, with both a personal song choice and a judge’s song choice. You can read my live blog during last night’s show as well as my predictions about who’s going home tonight on American Idol.
We’ll find out live tonight which two contestants will be vying for this season’s title of American Idol. We know who the judges want to win, since they told us who to vote for last night. But it all comes down to you, the viewers, so it’s likely there will be a few surprises.
See you here tonight for the results show, with performances from Katy Perry and Jordin Sparks!
8:53 pm – Watching the finale of America’s Next Top Model. I think Allison is going to win. Nope, I’m wrong. It’s Teyona. Doesn’t bode well for my Idol predictions, does it?
9:00 pm – The show opens with a skit about the Idol judges’ desk and the Smithsonian to promote the new Ben Stiller movie, Night at the Museum … Smithsonian something or other. Idol, it’s just one commercial after another.
Ryan says that in fact, the Idol judges’ desk really is going to be part of the Smithsonian collection. Huh. Who knew? And guess what? Last night, over 88 million votes came in, and there was only 1 million votes separating the top two contestants. That’s actually quite close.
But bere we do anything, the weekly Ford commerical/music video, to the really old and stupid song, “Break My Stride.” Yeesh, they’re pulling songs out of the attic on this show.
Alicia Keyes is here tonight to talk about Africa, as ambassador for Keep A Child Alive. They’re asking people to donate $5 to help childen with HIV by texting the word “Alive” to 90999. Now, we get to see Noah, a child singer from Rwanda. Huh, they teach African kids how to do the pelvic thrust dance? Ryan explains that you can download Noah’s song on iTunes and the money goes to Keep A Child Alive. I’m sorry, but that seemed like an exploitive attempt at charity on the part of Idol.
We’re back, and Ryan calls Danny out first. Clearly, Ryan’s not going to tell us now who’s staying. He’s going to show us the hometown videos and then we’ll have commercials, etc. Danny got to see Jamar when he went home to Milwaukee. Danny’s carrying a guitar when he gets off the plane. Why doesn’t he every play on the show? I wonder how many marriage proposals he got while he was home. Good grief, look at the people at his show! Incredible. He talks about how 10 months ago his wife had died, and how different his life is now. He cried, he’s touched … and Ryan is actually going to tell us something? He’s recapping Danny’s performances … see, I knew he wasn’t going to tell us anything yet! He sends Danny to sit down.
Ryan calls Kris Allen out. He says that in a town of 50,000 people it was crazy that 20,000 people came out to see him. look at all the kids out for Kris! I confess: I am a huge fan of Kris Allen – he’s sweet and humble and talented and just a joy to watch. Aww, when he sees his family, he hugs his dad and they cry. And wow, look at the college turn out. When it comes to the likeability factor, Kris Allen has it all over almost any Idol contestant I’ve seen. So touching. Ryan recaps Kris’ performances from last night and sends Kris to sit down with Danny.
I’m telling you folks, Kris is going to win this thing.
Before we see Adam, Jordin Sparks is back singing “Battlefield,” co-written with OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, who’s on keyboards. She’s matured since Idol, hasn’t she? Not sure she sounds that great, though.
We’re back! Adam Lambert, in the star money spot as usual, and we get to see his video at home in San Diego. Danny had a girl in plaid pants, but Adam has a streaker rush him on stage.When he gets out of the van, the reporter jumps up and down. Hilarious. He visits the theater where he used to perform; the kids are so, so cute! Darling! One thing that’s impressed me about Adam is his sweet personality; I loved, LOVED, that last night he gave props to Danny and Adam while the judges where telling viewers to vote for him. Seriously, these are three nice guys in the finals. Ryan recaps Adam’s performances and sends him to sit with Kris and Danny.
But first, Katy Perry sings.
We’re back, and Danny says he’s had enough commericals and waiting and wants the results. Adam says he wants to see Katy Perry.
Well, I can see why. She has his name embroidered on her cape. Can I be honest? The girl really can’t carry a tune. It’s all flash and dazzle, and this song really isn’t in keeping with the family friendly image Idol has – or used to have. This season has had some guests that I doubt parents really want to watch with their kids, from Flo Rida to Lady Gaga to this half dressed performance by Katy Perry. Sigh. Give us Natalie Cole again, something with class. That Katy Perry bit was 5 minutes of my life I’m not going to get back.
Just give us the results!
OOO, the first one who’s safe is KRIS. Remember, you heard it here first! Who joins him? Adam. Did I call it or did I call it? Kara looks stunned. Here’s Danny’s journey on Idol. He says tha his wife encouraged him to try out; I didn’t realize that. I didn’t need to be reminded of him smearing cake all over Allison; that was a creepy moment, I have to confess. He goes out singing “You Are So Beautiful.” I think he sounds 100x better tonight, actually. Paula and Kara are tearing up.
Simon says that no one would have predicted this finale, which is weird because I called it, and I’m not the only one. Simon says next week could be a “big ding dong”, which he says is something good.
Listen, Danny fans. There are probably several record labels salivating right now over him, ready to bank on his talent. That he isn’t the Idol is a good thing; he can now go make whatever kind of album he wants and sell a bunch.
So there you have it: Kris and Adam in the finale. I’m sticking to my original prediction: Kris as this season’s winner.
What do you think? And who do you want to win?
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posted May 13, 2009 at 9:27 pm
well…. i’m nervous….
It was difficult to ge through to vote last night…
oh my…. we almost there Miss Joanne!
How I’ve enjoyed your company these last few months…
Come to Denver and meet your other followers…
Candy
posted May 13, 2009 at 9:34 pm
Candy, what are we going to do when Idol is over? LOL We’ll have to find something else to chat about!
Joanne
posted May 13, 2009 at 9:35 pm
I’d forgotten Jordan Sparks and that she’d won…
Memories….are fleeting!!!
What was she saying in the chorus…
it sounded like “Get Your Ramen…”
posted May 13, 2009 at 9:45 pm
I think it was “Get your armor on.” As in get ready to battle.
I hated that song.
Joanne
posted May 13, 2009 at 9:58 pm
KRIS!!@!!!!!!!!!!
and
ADAM!!!!
I’m so happy for KRIS!@!!!
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:06 pm
Joanne – I will keep on truckin’ by trackin’ your blogs long after this season of Idol…
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:08 pm
KRIS ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:12 pm
I’m so impatient. I can’t wait till 9pm PST. So I came on here to find out. I love Danny but I couldn’t be happier for Kris. Talk about the underdog who is coming out on top. He wasn’t featured during Hollywood week, and he was not expected to be voted in for top 12 (13).
I am with you, I think he is going to take it out of Adam’s hands! And who knows … maybe he’ll get the money spot next week. (yeah right.)
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:14 pm
Yeah!!!
I was down and feeling so sad upon reading in rickey.org that Kris was eliminated.
Thank you! Thank you for your live blogging! I just can’t thank you enough for believing that KRIS ALLEN can actually win this competetion. Our guy deserves it. He has gotten this far without any push from the judges whose fave bet was and I believe still, Adam Lambert.
GO, GO, GO, KRIS!!!
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:20 pm
Seriously, based on talent and originality Adam should win. Kris is ok, but come on, we’ve heard it all before. I live overseas and can’t vote. Please vote Adam for me. If this is truely a talent show Adam should win. Just think of all his performances over the weeks.
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:22 pm
Brittany, you don’t get to see Idol live?? Oh, that’s terrible!! So you know before you watch what happens? Somehow that doesn’t seem fair. Takes away the fun, LOL!
Joanne
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:23 pm
Your name (there’s no name on there, LOL), where overseas are you? How do you keep track of the show? Are you able to watch clips?
Joanne
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:25 pm
Lorlyn, wow, who had the wrong info up? I’m telling you, I think he’s going to win. I’ve been predicting it for weeks, LOL. But I think any of them would have made fine Idols, and they’ll all go on to have lovely careers. (I’m sure the Christian music industry will stampede over themselves to get to Danny Gokey and then Kris should he lose.)
Joanne
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:29 pm
hi joanne.. i’m watching AI all the way from Singapore…. it’s so nerve-wrecking cos I am also rooting for Kris.
I came to your blog every week to get the news first, before it’s shown on our TV.
I’m so happy that Kris is in the finals and yes, I think he should be the next American Idol.
Adam will always be that SUPERSTAR whether he wins or not….
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:30 pm
That’s ok. At least my boy Danny Gokey won’t have to sing the cheesy yearly idol anthem, won’t it be funny with Adam singing Do I Make You Proud? He actually screams more than Fantasia, so I Believe might be good for him. GO KRIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:47 pm
I am very glad it is Adam and Kris in the final, they are the only two that showed oringinality , humility and star power. Unfortunately on the hundreds of blogs it seems to me that Danny fans have been so mean and cruel to Adam and now out of spite will probably vote for Kris. Did you know that Adam helped out all the contestants with their performances, and is a soft spoke gentleman who is kind and caring, where this hatred comes from, I don’ tknow. I just see it as petty against someone who is not their cup of tea so they become rabid and mean. I am still voting for Adam.
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Joanne, I am from the Philippines and I can’t watch Idol live. I have to nervously wait for 10 hours (in the office) to know how the results show goes. So to calm myself a bit, I always go to your posts to read the results as you’re blogging it live. It sure helps. And about the wrong info? Please go to rickey.org. There were words there that says ELIMINATED: KRIS ALLEN!
So there, I had my hopes crumbling down for a while. Thank goodness he’s IN!
posted May 13, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Hi Joanne, here’s another follower of your idol blog, all the way from Singapore too. haha. Yeah, I get the news before I watch the show later tonight. I loved Kris’ performance last night especially Heartless. That was better than Kanye’s version!
posted May 13, 2009 at 11:13 pm
hehe.. hellow im ryan from philippines… been tailing your blog for a couple of months already since idol started… though my idol danny is not the american idol for this year, i hope he will do records in christian music…
this would be great!
God bless you all!
posted May 14, 2009 at 1:19 am
Wow Joanne, you are right! Katie can’t carry a tune in a dumptruck, how she got to where she is, is a mystery to me! At least Milli Vanilli were lipsyncing to something on tune. I wonder if she was wearing Adams name because of her sexual preference?
Oh yeah, Kris is my favorite, he is an artist, whereas Adam is a frontman for a screaming rock group. He does seem like a nice guy though and extremely talented just not my style at all…wonder if that voice would hold up for a full concert tour though singing 10-15 songs a night….
posted May 14, 2009 at 1:59 am
I agree–the best two are remaining. I can’t wait for next Tuesday. I’m a solid Adam fan, but Kris has been getting better every week. Even tho I adore Adam, he wasn’t on his best game last week. I hope he’ll do something like “Tracks of My Tears” next week and compete head on with Kris.
Anyone know more about that embroidery? Are Katie and Adam friends?
Can we please just put aside the lifestyle issues???? Who cares??
This is all about talent, singing, showmanship, charisma. Both Kris and Adam have plenty of each. And kind hearts to boot!
posted May 14, 2009 at 7:59 am
Ryan, Caroline, and Lorlyn – from the Phillipines and Singapore? I’m so humbled and grateful you found me! I’m always amazed at how the internet makes the world so much smaller!
I got to interview Phil Stacey while I was in Nashville, and he talked about his upcoming tour in the Phillipines, and how he’s been able to share his story with people around the world because of the show. I think God really does use the show, even when our contestants don’t “win”. Trust me, Danny will be around for a long time in Christian music!
Joanne
posted May 14, 2009 at 8:35 am
Some say Katy Perry looked good, some say she exaggerated with her outfit. I read at http://www.projectweightloss.com how can her songs help people. One thing is sure – Katy sings well.
posted May 14, 2009 at 9:29 am
Alecu, you think she sings well? I know a lot of people who would disagree with that, LOL!
Joanne
host of the GS blog
posted May 14, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Katie was fantastic. She was fun and brought some much needed uplift to an otherwise staid episode.
And if one wants to watch family friendly music shows, there is always The Brady Bunch Variety Hour.
posted May 14, 2009 at 11:56 pm
So Phil will be going to the Philippines? He needs to tell his Philnatics a bit better than what he does now, lol. Thanks for what you said, Joanne, about Danny. I know great things are in store for him, as it is for Phil. They are 2 of my favorite Idols.
posted May 15, 2009 at 7:04 am
CFPhilfan, it’s possible that the tour hasn’t been announced. His album comes out in August so my guess would be later in the summer he’ll be on the road. He told me about it when we were in Nashville during GMA week; a lot of projects and news are talked about then but it’s often stuff happening later in the year.
Joanne
host of the GS blog
posted May 16, 2009 at 9:27 am
Kris is going to win. I’m going to vote for him until my fingers bleed. Adam can sure as hell sing, but I really really don’t enjoy him or his music at all.
KRIS FTW.
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