American Idol Update

For those who were just watching American idol this week, this week was full of surprises. After 13 contestants were chosen to perform in the biggest season yet, they knew the road was not going to be easy. Each contestant had to prove why they deserve to stay and be the next idol. But for two unlucky contestants, that dream would come to an end.
This week, our 13 contestants had to sing to the beat from one of the greatest entertainers there was, Michael Jackson. Each contestant selected a song either from the pop star himself or from groups he has worked with hence "Jackson Five." A few of our contestants actually proved to have some talent, including Adam Lambert, Danny Gokey, Michael Sarver, Scott MacIntyre, and even a young Allison {only sixteen years old}. But for some contestants, they didn't get much satisfaction from our judges.
Yesterday, when it finally came down to determine who would go on and who would stay, the results finally came up. But there was a new rule for this year's American Idol. The judges, only by a unanimous decision, can save a contestant if he or she will be eliminated. But last night, it wasn't the case for either young Jasmine or Jorge from Puerto Rico.
At sixteen years old, Jasmine came to American Idol with a big smile on her face. As the youngest of three daughters, she wanted to show her mother that this was her dream. However, when it came down to her and fellow constant, Megan Joyer, young Jasmine left in tears when she was the first finalist to leave American Idol.
Born in Puerto Rico, Jorge came from a small island with big dreams. Jorge came to American Idol to prove that in this small island, there is one talented individual who feels it's his time to shine. While his performance was impressive last night, it came down to him and Anoop Dasai to determine who would be the next to leave American Idol. Unfortunately for this small islander, Puerto Rico's votes weren't enough and he was the 2nd contestant to leave.
Now I had my share of disagreements about the results last night. Megan, one of the contestants, didn't really do well on her own performance. No offense but the only reason that she stayed this week was because her looks got her through. She didn't had the best vocals, but surprisingly everyone liked her personality and her charming moves. But I have a feeling she won't last too long in American Idol.
For Anoop Dasai, it's been an up-and-down roller coaster for this young contestant. Before he was announced as a finalist he was eliminated because apparently he didn't give it his best. But when the judges announced they would give a few contestants another chance during the "Wild Card" show, he was selected as the 13th finalist and that's how it changed from 12 to 13. Anoop should consider himself very lucky that he will stay for another week. If he wants to prove that he deserves to be on American Idol, he needs to find a better song and add some style into his performance. Otherwise, all his hopes and dreams will soon come to an end.
All and all, the show had it's moments this week. In fact, the fans even got a special surprise appearance by the first American Idol herself, Kelly Clarkson. Now that we are down to just eleven contestants, these people need to really put on their best this time. I will suggest that for these contestants, you have to choose the RIGHT song. You must find a song that fits your style and you must be comfortable with it. If you only choose a song because it's your favorite and your performance turns out poor, then you have to prove you haven't had enough. The competition dwindles fast, so you have to prove that you can stay strong and deserve to have your own album. Until next week, break a leg.