Jenny's Thoughts on Top 8

We really do have some great contestants this season. It kind of makes me realize how poor the talent was last season :0(. There were a few good people last year, but for the most part they were all just mediocre, in my opinion. I am definitely impressed with the contestants this year. Don't we have a great selection this year?
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Michael Johns "Dream On" - First and foremost, the scarf has got to go! Other than that, I really enjoyed this performance. I absolutely love the song and I thought he did a great job with it. I understand what the judges mean about him not being a "rocker" dude, but I still think he had the voice for this song. He did a great job and I really liked it.
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Syesha "(When You) Believe" - She is definitely lacking in the individuality department. I don't think contestants should sing songs that previous Idol winners have sung on the show. I think it's dorky. Syesha reminds me of Wayne Brady when she smiles - they have the same smile. I think she's gorgeous but this week I finally realized that I am sick of her. It's weird because I was a huge fan of hers at the start, but she doesn't seem as professional as most of the other contestants. Who is Syesha, really? Is she Whitney? Fantasia? Who?
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Jason Castro "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" - I loved it. I thought he did a great job. He really seems to know who he is. I think he will be safe this week.
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Kristy Lee Cook " Anyway" - She definitely needs to stick with the country songs because she does much better at them. I'm not necessarily a fan of hers, but I thought she sounded good this week. I think this is her best performance so far. She seemed really comfortable up there. Yes, it was pitchy in some places, but I thought she did a good job. I think she might be safe this week.

David Cook " Innocent" - Uh, not really sure what to say here. When I saw his jacket I thought, "Whoa, how did they get Michael Jackson to perform?" then I realized it was David Cook and I cringed. I am a fan of his, but I did not "get" this performance at all. I hated the way he sang the beginning of it and I thought it sounded like the cheesy 80s version of "We Are the World". I didn't like his facial hair and I think the "Give back" thing he wrote on his hand was kind of weird. It's too bad because I thought he was phenomenal the week he sang "Billie Jean". Let's hope the real David Cook is back next week.
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Carly Smithson "The Show Much Go On" - It's weird that this week's theme was "Inspirational Songs" and she sings a song like she's mad at the whole world. Strange. Very strange. Once again, she does have a good voice and I think the make-over crew at American Idol is doing a great job with her. I didn't love the tight pants or the gold belt though but she is looking really pretty. All in all, this performance was good but not super-wow. She might be in trouble this week.
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David Archuleta " Angels" - I loved that he sat at the piano to sing. I loved this performance and I especially loved when he got louder and more into the song. The runs at the end were fantastic. It was a strong performance and I think this puts him back in the running as the favorite to win it all.
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Brooke White "You've Got a Friend" - Okay. Safe. Boring. I really like Brooke but she hasn't picked the best songs lately. She has seemed a little uncomfortable and out-of-sorts with some of her song choices. I want the Brooke back who knew who she was and was a strong, confident performer. I'm ready for these cheesy performances to go bye-bye. Let's go Brooke!
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Bottom Three (if it were based on this week's performances ONLY): Syesha, David Cook, Carly.
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Bottom Three (how I think America will vote): Syesha, Carly, Kristy Lee Cook. I honestly think Syesha might be going home. I obviously don't know for sure. Anything could happen!
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Favorite performances of the week: Jason Castro and David Archuleta.
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What are your predictions?

"Ode" to Kristy

Kristy, you are beautiful, some might even say you're "hot",
But an amazing singer and performer, you definintely are not.

It seems over the last few weeks you've been surprised you got to stay,
And truth be told, I think it's time for you to go away.

So, take your smile and your hair and go sing at the county fair,
I'm sure your fans will love you there.

You've had your Idol run and it's been a real fun ride,
But I'd recommend you exit and leave intact your pride.

*Disclaimer*
I am NO e.e. cummings, but I think that one may give Dr. Seuss a run for his money! :o)

Looking forward to the next three nights..and...here's hoping America gets it right this week!