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She was terrible Wednesday night. The winner is supposed to be the overall package-voice, maturity, star quality. She's just a kid.
People vote for the under dogs and forget that the best singers don't just automatically get threw. You forgot a key singer that got voted off, Mr Chris Daughtry
Jessica or Joshua should not have been in the bottom at all. Please VOTE Jessica & Joshua will be the last two standing.
Teach said it. She's just a kid; give her some time to grow up. She's an awesome singer, but not ready for that limelight.
are you kidding! Jessica has such a great talent. What is wrong with America?
I think it was the fact that she sang an unknown song on Wednesday night, which is usually a factor that is used against people.
This has become a joke
WOW ! ,American Idol Judges you sure do make your own rules. Talk about swaying votes! I thought it was the viewers choice votes that count, not yours. just saying the way you handled tonight ~what you didn't like, when you just needed to use your SAVE-like you did,but you did it in the wrong way,in My Opinion. Actually Saddens me.....
Absolutely nothing happened with the votes. It was manufactured drama by the producers to gain momentum coming down the stretch. They are probably also trying to script the Saved girl becoming the winner ala The C Factor.
If that wasn't acting and a set up than I'm moving to Canada. I've watches the show long enough to know when there is genuine shock in the bottom 3 results and who was voted off. For god sake Nigel tweeted a bunch of garbage about it being a shocked an they already had articles written half way into the show.
People can't be this dense and believe all that mularkey.
American Idol has changed. It was about the fans/viewers. Now it's about Randy, Jennifer and Steven. What they did tonight was signal the beginning of the end of this show.
Is there any doubt what happened? A black man, an older non-Southern white woman, and a Filipino woman were in the bottom three. Does anyone need to spell this out? If you are a young white man, you are safe because teenage white girls are the biggest voting bloc. And if you are a young cute white girl, even British, and a Southern girl who can handle a gun, come on down. None of the bottom three tonight has a chance-- all the judges did was prolong Jessica's agony-- she and Elise and Joshua will be the next three out. Some things never change in this country.
the whole voting system for Idol MUST be changed or there is NO reason for us to watch such a ridiculous show! If the judges want to keep their jobs and have the show go on..something has to change!!!
american idol voters are bigoted, racist, and as usual the bible white kid has an advantage stop the fan voting now and let a committe of judges and audience fans vote each once not twenty times each as happens
I am so glad they saved her. I was scared lol
I think everyone thought she was safe so they didn't vote. What a shame! Glad she was saved though.
Jessica is the best can't believe she got the lowest votes!
She's a good singer but the judges behaviour was appalling. Basically saying all the other contestants are nothing in comparison. America votes...thankfully there are no more saves. Hopefully America won't be too upset and vote Jessica off for the wrong reasons.
A MASSIVE OUTBREAK of FEMALE VOTER JEALOUSY!!!!!!!!
Glad to hear about the save, but I feel the judges really showed partiallity. It was almost like Jessica was the only good singer. I didn't think the judges were there to sway the voting.
That's why this show is riduculous. I continue to watch it because the talent is remarkable. But the voters, in my opinion, continue to be a bunch of young teenagers, mostly young girls, who haven't quite yet figured out what talent is. The finalists work so hard to win, but who has the final say, the idiots who vote (or not....)
"Teach" are you blind and deaf? Please.............
I know Jessica Sanchez is the best singer on American Idol , I was shocked with the results tonite. Jessica has so much soul in her voice., a great singer.
The people of America is sending the judges a strong message you want to put down people all the time when
america just put you in your place
what happened is that America can't have an Asian American Idol... sadly... it's just how it is. Just the fact that Dave Matthew's Clone Joshua is around makes me sick....
Fans should vote for who they think is best, not who they like or just because the contestant is from their hometown. Jessica Sanchez is the best singer on the show and if she had gotten let go I know that I wouldn't watch for the rest of the season because their would be no point!
Jessica is overrated
Voters were disgusted with the way the producers and judges are manipulating the show and voted accordingly. Too much suppportive action for some contestants, none for others. We are sick of it.
I was appalled at the results tonite. What is wrong with the American public? You're supposed to vote for your favorite singer not the underdogs. These voting habits of the American public will be the death blow to American Idol. Get it together America!!!!
Totally agree with you jody. It is an American Idol and not just three people's opinions idol. The votes said it all. There shouldn't be any saves.
Does nobody think this was a ratings ploy. Something to get people talking. If it were just Jessica or just Joshua in the bottom three, that's one thing, but the three of them is ridiculous. They knew they had a save and by doing this, they would have everyone talking without risking anyone. I really wish it could truly be about the singing, but unfortunately ratings are the most important thing.
Unbelievable!!!! She obviously was one of the best singers in the competition. I think voters were so confident that Jessica will be saved because there are a lot of people who will vote for her and so they didnt vote for her.
I don't like the way the judges acted, how does that make the remainder of the contestants feel. All they had to do was say they were usig their save. Otherwise these are the best judges ever.
America got it right. The judge's favorite sang a song no one knew or liked, and was actually flat on Kelly Clarkson's Stronger. The bias of the judges obviously don't have that much of an effect on America's ears. Or votes. Just as it should be...
After tonights voting results, I have completely lost respect for America.
I was shocked. Joshua??? Jessica?? No way. People are definetely not voting for talent. I dont
Know What Theyr voting for.
Jessica screeched last night
As opposed to the racist who say that voters are racists it's in fact jlo and Randy who are the racists
Like the head of the black panther party who is biggest racist of all
mama mia!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The results are because the Judges think they know what America likes and they don't...they are too hard on Hollie and too soft on Joshua. Frankly, Joshua sucks. Let's see some critical comments on his screaming and stop worrying about Hollie. She is great. Jessica is great. After these two...who cares?
I am a male viewer....she is good, she has an amazing voice.....but she is boring! A ballad every week....c'mmon!
Idol judges didn't like America's voice last night. Pitty! I thought it was America's choice.
I can't stand Elise, her attitude and I wish she would just go. The judges favoritism and lack of professionalism is beyond pale.
i totally disagree. Jessica was absolutely amazing wed. - she is the most talented by far... her ear for notes and music is far beyond any of the other contestants. She is young, but does not seem so at all when she sings... she is a true star.
That will be like votes for Romney and not Obama. Look at Jennifer Hudson. We as America know that the three on that side of the room is the best the two anyway. Thank you Judges for saving us again from the truth.
American public has no taste. The latest Idol prooves that for a millionth time.
Come to think of it - Idol is no different from a presidential election ....
i like jessica 1000000%
I think what happened with voters is that people figured if it was Jessica, she'd just get saved anyway. So they didn't pick up the phone for her. So you gotta vote, from now on people.
I thought america was crazy for not voting for her..i think the reason they didnt is cuz nobody knew the song she was singing..but she is one of the best..i think Elise should hav been voted off...i am very glad the judges used their save for JESSICA!!!!
Jessica is not that good
Elise and holly are much better
Jennifer is a racist
Okay-it didn't shock me because my inclination was to support those the judges dissed last night. I think that is a common human reaction. Plus....Jessica's song choice was really offensive....stuttering??? Are you kidding me? You have no idea what a stutterer feels. Give me a break. She was self absorbed and didn't connect at all. Blah blah blah
OMG, No one in my office is watching Idol. I see why not are you kidding the top 2 were in the bottom??????
what's wrong with you America?!!! Is this how you are going to vote in the coming presidential elections as well?????? Open your eyes and ears!!!! This is what we are... voting for the obviously wrong choices.... be honest and truthful and wise.... do not be stupid!!!
I'm saddened by the ridiculous voting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Are you kidding me? The judges are the authorities and not the 12 year old females of the world!
What do you expect? It"s very clear, the once that were safe are young white kids. Jessica is not...
RATINGS PLOY. If you think differently, you are stupid.
It's good there is a save from the judges, because Jessica is the best singer in American Idol. I will continue voting for her.
That was TOO planned, they heard to much about DeAndre and used Jessica as a save to stop america's surprise, this WHOLE show is planned out, i'm done.
Elise is an incredible singer
Jessica is a lounge singer who is always pitchy
america votes for the cutest...thats why no winner after Carrie really made it.
though i seem to think this is a gimmick so people start talking about American Idol...just saying.
I feel like people our voting for friends and not actually voting for who can really sing . Tonight was a real shocker, who knows what happens next
Not surprised. Her people skills are lacking...
I did agree with what the judges did tonight... they had their save card and could have used it... not get up on stage and tell everyone they are suppose to vote for the best... well whos best is every one suppose to vote for the judges best pick or their pesonal best choice for them... is American Idol going to be fixed... funny they had a star on tonight that one judge said she would not make it at a singer... funny hay... I voted lastnight as long as I could because the judges were trying so hard to sway public opinon... not nice you all did your job let the public take it from here
Oh, and don't tell me who to vote for! The premise is I get to chose...to bad if you don't like it Randy. You put these folks through so you had your chance.
American idol not any more! Its judges idol. I called it weeks ago American idol wants Jessica to win and this is just proof. Telling America she's the best singer in America and we should vote for the best! What is that really. I am going to vote for everyone but her as many times as i can she is gone next week. Randy, Jo and Steven this is American idol and you cannot pick it for us.
It was just a matter of time before the race baiters came out. Always blame whitey if something doesn't go your way.
People are tired of the judges fawning all over Jessica when there are many others with great talent. America got it right
Jessica is the best singet! wake up america!
I was shocked with the results. I was expecting Holly to be voted off. Nice young lady but is missing a couple of key ingredients in her performances. Jessica the bottom contestant, my jaw hit the floor, no way.
People - it is just a popularity contest now. So no big shock. Sure Jessica can sing but has no stage presence. Look at what happened to Pia last year. Now they will be introuble when no save is left.
It's abundantly clear what happened. Most of the adults who usually balance the kiddies' tween texting out decided to skip last night's show because the song pool was restricted to the rather dreary body of musicl released in the past two years.
This cleared the thoughtful voters out of the voting process, leaving the screaming tweenies to vote with their hormones rather than with their ears. None of those three deserved to be in the bottom two. And Hollie has consistently been the most underwhelming performer of the bunch. It was her time to go, yet she wasn't even in the bottom three.
america did not vote this. They copied a Melanie Amaro! Transparent as ever,but it worked for x factor.
you must remember that most of the voters are probably 12 years old
I did NOT agree... sorry I forgot that word
Jessica is a wonderful singer. I can't wiat to buy her CD's. She is just incredible. Her voice is amazing!
The outcome in tonight's show was a shocker, bottom 3 were all wrong, bottom 3 should have been Hollie, Elise and Phillips, Jessica should have never been the one to go home, America's got it all wrong.
getting really tired of the judges playing favorites. Everyone on the stage is talented. This is american idol, not the let's promote J.Lo's career hour or re-make Aerosmith.
American public has no taste. The latest Idol proves that for a millionth time.
Come to think of it – Idol is no different from a presidential election ….
I think Jessica is one of the best singers and should of been saved, but I'm tired of these judges being so biased. We need Simon so bad it isn't funny anymore. If it wasn't for the good singers I would not watch it. The judges can not give good criticism to anyone.
thats why it is what it is american votes so she is out
thats why it is what it is american votes so she is out
It's obvious the show did this on purpouse to increase ratings. These were not the real results.
JESSICA is the best singer . I like her , she is the best..........vote for her pleaseeeeee America
I know I tried to vote last night after the show online and I was told the online vote was not allowed in my area of the U.S. I vote all the time online and live in New Orleans, so maybe others had the same problem!
Pia part 2! I bet j lo is happy that deandre didn't get the save last week! Anyone think the voting system needs to be changed now? Seriously, the teenage girls are jealous of girls like jessica so they vote for the guys, and not for the voice, for the looks! Now, I will admit, the song jessica sang last night, I didn't really like. But, I didn't care because her voice is amazing and she killed it! I think hollie and phillip should have been in the bottom 2 at least. I really like hollie but she's been struggling, but I can't stand phillip!
Was totally shocked at the outcome..Glad the judges used their save for Jessica...I hope people listen to Randy and vote for the talent...
Part of the reason is that Jessica sang a song that didn't connect although her vocals were perfect whereas Hollie sang a very popular song (granted not "perfect") and Elise did well on a Lady Gaga song (and therefore received votes from Lady Gaga fans). If Elise did not pick that song by Gaga, she would have been at the very bottom. Plus, it seemed like the judges the past few weeks got together and decided no matter what Hollie did that they were going to pick her apart. And Ryan trying to get the judges to say Hollie was the worst at the end of the show JUST B4 THE VOTING was dead wrong and the voters didn't like it one bit and revolted.
You haters, everybody knowns they were the wrong bottom three. So what if she is young the girl can sing. She sings way better then the top four was save. And problem better the one's who talking bad about her.
boy I am going to need a 12 pack tonight to sleep! after this crazy voting
After tonight's episode, I really AM starting to think that the show is rigged.
American Idol staged the whole thing to give the show a buzz for the remainder of the season.
I agree about Elise - what an attitude. She was totally shocked tobe in the bottom 3. Judges - it is not your choice. Your lame comments are getting stale.
I hate when the judges show partially !! Its American Idol which means we vote for who we like not who the judges like !!!
I hate when the judges show partially !! Its American Idol which means we vote for who we like not who the judges like !!!
I didn't think she deserved to be voted off but I still feel the judges actions and words basically said the rest of the singers were "chopped meat " instead of steak !
Complete scam
I agree AI has changed. I think Randy is the only one that knows what really is a good singer/performance. It is really sad how little do they know how in judging. Their favorite word, " you nailed it". OMG! I know that Jessica is the best and she should win this competition, but watch, she will be voted off as well. if you know what I mean. If she doesn't win, then I know that this show is being manipulated and will never watch it ever again.
I certainly didn't think Elise or Joshua should be in the bottom three but I think Jessica sounds the same every week. And the way the judges fall all over her is ridiculous. They never say anything critical to her, like like they've decided she's supposed to win. I'm sticking to X Factor and the Voice because Idol is a joke now.
I believe that Jessica, while a decent enough singer, just not my favorite style, hasn't warmed the audience. She comes across as not a very engaging personality, more standoffish. Despite the judges extremely bias favoritism of her...she won't become the next American Idol. Sad but true, those that vote are selecting the most popular person. I'm sure she'll get some sort of a record deal...I just will not be buying any as I don't care for her "wheelhouse"...dawg!
W/e American Idol is racist anyway. Even if Jessica was booted she would be more sucessful than any other of these crackaz lol. Yes that was racist I know =)
That is the worse display of favoritism. Why vote if these 3 judges not only hav ealready determined who needs to win but tell America who we should vote for. They completely dismisses the other performers, making it clear theophylline do not measure up. So why compete.
Common America vote for the true winner!!!it is not about racist its about the true winner and talented and I think Jessica is the BEST in this competition!!!!it was soo shocking tonight!!!!can't believed it!!
This is the part of american idol that I hate. These stupid kids are voting for who they think is dreamy!!!! Please, this makes me sick. Now I see why Simon left. Stupid kids.
If jessica or Joshua get voted off I'm never watching
This show again
Jessica is the best singer, then Joshua. America got it wrong again! Just like with Jennifer Hudson, but look t her now. Vote for favorite singer, not cute guys and goofballs.
we are all in title to our own taste in talent. the judges cant tell us how we should vote.....after all we are in
america.... free to vote.....say no more.....
Skylar and Colton are gonna be the final 2 just wait and see
i cant delive america would vote such a great talent off the show again. i agree with the judges dfinal save .however we all know jessica is one of the best singers in america.she will be successfull any way.
Jessica is by far the best singer of the group. It appears to be obvious that the young teenage girls once again will not pick the best singer!
If Randy and JLo will quit telling everyone who we should vote and just critique their performance this probably would not happen. People get tired of being told who they should vote for
Honestly, I think the bottom three should come down to Colton, Joshua and Phillip. Even though Phillip can be boring, we're talking about teenage white girl voters here. So, he'll make it to the top three. Although, I think all of them except for Hollie can actually sing and are very talented, unfortunately this is how America votes.
The judges did the right thing... i could not believe who was in the bottom three .
The judges have no class
What is the name of the song Jessica sang, to close the show?
Jessica is a great singer. yall are crazy
I've been watching idol for the past three seasons and i think this will be my last. For the past two seasons pretty boys won, not the best singer. This year you have two pretty boys who basically suck, but they get all the votes from the tiny boppers who have nothing better to do than hang on their computer for two hours straight voting for the same person over and over, whichever pretty boy suits their fantasy more. THIS IS A SHOW ABOUT THE BEST SINGER, NOT THE CUTEST BOY. That guy who won last year was a one dimensional clown, please not another one this year. And the judges are not being biased, they're being honest, WAKE UP PEOPLE.
Jessica is NOT the best singer in America.... There are lots of us who feel she and just SOME of the rest are being pushed down our throats without listening to their vocal talents.
However, CONGRATULATIONS to all. Sure hope those that are being belittled will come back and show the judges what you have.
america voted for g.w. bush for 2 consecutive terms, so you should all know what america is all about
its all the judges fault. they keep prasing her, telling her shes the best. then turn around and tell other good singer they werent good at all. america knows what going on. i laugh so hard i couldnt breath. Jessica is not bad but shes not the best either if anything she oversings and if the judges did their real job she would know that and fix it then maybe be all what they say, until then we all know what to expect from her.
I think that they should stop this online voting and let the judges do the voting. These people are voting for the sake of favoritism and not for the sake of who is deserving.
boy I will need a bottle of vodka after a night of voting like that
there must be something wrong with you all who thought she did not do well... first of all, reality check.. Hello!! She's loaded with talent!! She sounded a lot better that the rest of them!! If you disagree, I suggest you get your ears checked...
This is not a shocker...people assume she is in, so they are voting for the singers that they love & are not so obvious...I am guilty of this. Although I feel Joshua & Jessica are amazing, I assume they are already through. So I vote on how I like beyond them. Make sense?
So yesterday the judges said "vote for your favorite" and "vote for who you connect with" and today Randy says "vote for the best singer". So essentially Randy was saying, let's just make Jessica the American Idol right now. That being said, I think Jessica would make a great American Idol. But the judges need to make up their minds whether they want to try to sway the vote or not. Most of the time, voters went along with Simon when Simon told someone they were in trouble, they were usually voted off. When Simon said you should make it through to next week, voters usually listened. What Simon said, usually influenced the vote. These judges have no influence. I appreciate Jennifer's constructive criticism as she puts a lot of thought behind whatever she says, but Steven (while likable) is a waste of a judge. Randy, well, nobody ever really listens to Randy.
in spite of how the judges feel, America did get the bottom three right.
Oh, yes, Hollie -- who couldn't even stay in tune -- definitely deserved to be safe, while the other three, including one of whom sings professionally, was in the bottom three. Laugh!
In my opinion people vote for whose they like..one is more personable.Not to mention Jessica has an amazing voice however it isn't always the one with the best voice who wins. Her voice will make her a rich girl and perhaps she is a little arrogant and people pick up on that. To be humble goes along way..to be sincere goes further...
it was a gimmick
Jessica is by far the best one up there at least of the women. She has style and grace along with a talent that is beyond normal.
I couldn't believe how you depicted Jessica on Tuesday night. Maybe it was your way to put humor in the show. To show Joshua and Holly goofing around while Jessica was waiting for them..was that for real? Then Holly and Joshua take off on her...you made Jessica look uncooperative, serious and disliked. Can you really be that mean spirited...this has never been done before..shame on you to use a young woman like that to increase your ratings.
I am a Canadian, so I can't vote but like many Canadians I enjoy watching the show. I have been singing since I was 4 years old. Jessica is a great, trained singer but she's not an idol. She sings the same types of songs, is boring and cocky. Holly did do a great job last night and make no wonder the poor girl is stiff, the judges have her confidence taken away. Everything is Jessica and Joshua. While both are good singers it's obvious that America does not want them as their idols. It's about what America enjoys, and what music they want to listen to and buy. At the end of the day they are all good singers but not necessarily idols. Just because some singers are more technical does not necessarily mean they are the best. Sometimes I truly wonder what the judges hear.
The top three votes made it obvious how the majority of the American voting public goes- majority of voters are teenage American women who vote for who they like - not who sings the best. This is not a singing contest - this is a popularity contest - just take note the winners of the past 4 seasons - all men because voters are young american girls...
Jessica doesn't suck! I think the voting should be changed, America doesnt know talent and the Judges should be the ones to vote at least down to the top three and then let America decide. I mean come on some of past Idols haven't gotten anywhere Rubin, Felisia (they made a movie about her being a single mother (big deal) and who was the other one with the grey hair (can't even remember his name) that's how bad the voters are !
Say what you will....I too agree that Josh & Jessica were the top two...never mind bottom. But Elise did nothing last nigh to excite me and the jusdges crapped all over Holly and it wasn't as bad as they portrayed it. They wanted Holly out and America sensed it and gave them a kick in the ass by leaving Jessica there for them to have to use their save. America picks Idol judges...your job is done so just critique fairly and we won't squash your little favorites. Like D'Andre...the Stefano of this year...he shoudn't have made the final 24, never mind top 10. JLo needs a boyfriend so her paula Abdul side doesn't show...lol.
All manufactured drama. Happens every year. These shows come out exactly how the producers script them. A truly talented singer, given all the national exposure this and other such shows provide, will have many opportunities for success come their way whether they win or not.
randy really sucks america spoke an he was mad get another judge we the people voted for who we wanted to stay sorry for her luck but she was not the best so get over it randy i done with this fake show
I was totally shocked when Ryan announced that Jessica is going home... NO, NO, what's happening??? Definitely something went wrong, and I'm glad that the judges saved her.
American Idol was a bit upside down tonight; I could not believe Jessica was in the bottom, even though I am partial to Skylar, I know Jessica is one of the best singers that stage has ever seen. I think the voting is a bit corrupt, you can vote over & over again, to me that don't seem to be too fair… I'm glad the judges used their save
This is just another classic American racist move!
The save tonight just proves that giving the judges a save to use was the right thing to do after past years watching some of the best get voted off when clearly it was wrong. People need to start voting for the best singers or just stop voting and move on to something else to spend there time. Anyone who can't hear Jessica is the best singer on the stage has a deaf ear.
And... I think the judging sucks. Ever since Simon left, they're just being nice to all the contestants. They need Simon back or at least someone like him. I respect Jimmy, but he's not always right either.
This was a very sad night for american idol. The top 3 ended up the bottom 3. Maybe there should be only one vote per person and think about a voting age. Would this kill the show? Maybe, but if this keeps up you will also loose the people that really enjoy this new talent. It is too bad that a few ( which is no doubt very young girls doing most of the voting that is going to end up taking a great show off the air). This is very unfortunate , there are many that have enjoyed this progam. For the show to survive new rules must be applied.
wow lets get this right jessica reminds me of a young whitney
It's now the judges Idol, not America's Idol. Sad, very sad.
American idol is a joke! The judges have gone too far don't tell me who to vote for.
I think that America wanted to save other people so they thought other people would vote for Jessica but no no one voted for Jessica except for me. P.S Elise is always getting away from being out from American idol No offense to people who like Elise but she's the one who should get eliminated.
The best singer last year was knocked out early. It's a popularity contest first and foremost. I didn't watch but CLEARLY there are but two TOP talents in this competition. Don't forget - be showy rules over singing and talent. This show is about raising votes only - sad.
It is difficult to believe that Jessica got the least vote. She has the most views in youtube and the most followers in twitter.
The judges shouldn't favor people like they do because they're all talented & have unique styles. I'm sure Jessica may have done even better without winning the American idol title since all but 2 American idols aren't really around anyways.
Jessica didn't deserve the lowest number of votes and shouldn't have been in the bottom. But I can see the reasons why. She doesn't fit the demographics of the voters. She's female which works against her when the voting base is mostly female. She's an Asian minority which doesn't work when the majority of voters are white or black. But most of all, she's kind of boring. She depends on her vibrato and doing long runs. Every song is a power ballad. No matter what she sings, she sounds the same.
Anyone else think its weird that on the night Jennifer Hudson performs, (who is basically the reason the judges ever got a "save" in the first place) the supposed front runner of the competition is the one who was in danger of going home? The judges should have treated her like every other contestant and let her sing, then delivered their verdict. Idol is really something this year, from Tommy Hilfiger to Randy trying to make phrases like "gotta have it" happen, maybe we are all just a bunch of sheep. We need Simon back.
I just laugh. It is a game. This morning when I logged on to watch the recap of the last night show, Jessica Sanchez had the most viewed and had the most comments. When other 6 contestants had only the most 547 comments Jessica had 2,237 then suddenly the whole page of Jessica's comment was deleted and had only 1 comment left and 57 views. My comments that I posted was not even there anymore. So, something must have happened in AI computer, a computer glitch. A game to keep the show alive.
I think America forced the judges hand because they did not save DAndre last week, when he should have been saved. So now after this week there are no more chances for them to hold back on a save. Now America really will show their vote. I do not think Jessica was being offensive in her song choice, and I feel sorry for those who felt she was offensive.
The judges were 'over the top' tonight acting as they did. it was so biased and pro Jessica that it could ruin americal idol. Of course, it's about talent AND what appeals to the public as an intertainer. Jessica's voice is good, but definitely not up to par yet---only time will tell whether her voice becomes professional enough to be considered a bona fide entertainer. Meantime, the judges need to quit messing with what american idol was created for ----the most popular singer voted by the american public.
Why does everyone have to throw the race card out there? Pisses me off. GET OVER IT!!
Kid or no kid, the girl can sing her bottom off. Better than some of the heavy hitters in the industry that have been doing it big. Give her props most of us don't have the guts to get up there and lay it all on the line. Lets face it people, almost everyone at the grammy's started out just as young as she is.
She is just a kid but that kid could launch a thousand ship...you can be the best at any age if you really want to be the best!!!!
The judges' reaction tonight was uncalled for and unprofessional. Why not just go ahead and send everyone else home and declare Jessica the winner, while you're at it? It will appear a bit shady business going on if she ends up winning, especially after Randy's comments tonight. She has a strong, big voice but please, it's nothing special. After one song she becomes boring. No creativity. She does not deserve to win and America clearly sees that.
WRONG! It is apparent who the judges want to win! Everything that Jessica sings sounds the same. The judges need to be less obvious on who they want and who they don't want to win. They should all get hearing aids to assist them! JoLo needs to learn how to talk and stop the pretend Baby Talk....she is not cute! She just sounds like an ignorant idiot. I am disappointed at all the judges. However, in the words of Stephen Tyler; everything is beautiful. The votes show how America feels. Jessica was not worth saving.
I think the judges show obvious bias for their favorites weekly and tend to persuade votes in that direction. I don't think that Jessica is the epitomy of the American Idol. I can see where she appeals to the older audience who may just be observers and not voters. Colton would appeal to the younger group who actually text and votes. Personally Holli is my fav so I voted for her several times last night because the judges seem so intent on getting her voted off. If this was real votes and not a show for the ratings then I say the judges should respect the voters opinions, they tell us every week to vote for the TOTAL PACKAGE, guess that means different things to different people! Glad that stupid SAVE is over!
unthinkable happened. Jessica on the bottom.................... no way. Someone messed up the votes.
Oaktoon, Neil and Johnboy - Give me a break with your racist opinions. You need to crawl back under your rocks and quit overworking your brains. After all, you will need all your energy to work for the Obama campaign.
Good job jodges. Good to show to dose dont know how is the best.
The judges have been " over the top" biased. They have been "in it for their two to win it". Were the votes against the judges????
The show is about the viewers voting for who they want to go through.What happened tonight was a total disgrace! What must those other young people be thinking-that they have no chance of winning? I have watched Idol since it began and have never seen the judges act so badly.To save with their vote is one thing,to show who their favouite is seems to be against all that the show stands for.Shame on them!!!!!
I don't think any of the bottom three deserve to go home yet. However, I also didn't appreciate the judge's behavior. There are great singers, the best of the best, still left on the show...not JUST Jessica. To make such an over-the-top fuss about her is ridiculous. No, she doesn't deserve to leave, but neither do Joshua, Elise, Colton, or Skylar...IMO. The thing is that this is a voting contest. People all have different opinions about who they like the best. If you don't agree, make sure you vote! As far as the political elections, people are only allowed to vote once in those, so quit bellyaching and comparing this silly(yet wonderful) show to a political vote! That's just dumb. Anyway, if you don't like the vote, then get off your tush and vote. If you don't vote, then you have no right to complain.
I think the best finale would be Josh/Jessica or Phillip/Elise. Those are the four I think would make for an entertaining finale. I have no idea who is voting for Holly. She has nice voice but just doesn't seem to be standout in any way. (She looks like the actress that plays Hope on Bold and Beautiful daytime soap). Of course this could have happened because last night there may have been less voting and this was the result. TPTB should have some ideas. If the voting was down for the night maybe they wanted to be sure the audience knew what could happen. If you have a favorite make sure to vote and be consistent. Don't take for granted your fav will get the votes. Was Holly ever in the bottom three??????If she was not then I would guess that for some reason she has a following. It could be her type is popular with young girls at the moment.
The judges were 'over the top' tonight acting as they did. it was so biased and pro Jessica that it could ruin americal idol. Of course, it's about talent AND what appeals to the public as an intertainer. Jessica's voice is good, but definitely not up to par yet---only time will tell whether her voice becomes professional enough to be considered a bona fide entertainer. Meantime, the judges need to quit messing with what american idol was created for ----the most popular singer voted by the american public.
I can not believe that the three BEST singers were in the bottom 3. WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE VOTERS? This must be a new trend. Every one vote for the worst singers
Phillip and Elise are the best on the show, and that has absolutely nothing to do with race, but with how I like their style and their presence on stage and their voice. People playing the race card is ridiculous. Get over it.
Jessica is the best in this American Idol. No matter what.The judges did good by saving her.
this is crazy!!! America, is this how we are going to vote in the upcoming presidential elections as well?!!! Think think think!!! Bettter yet, on this one, listen listen listen!!!! Ok?!!!!
What a shocker! I thought it was going to be either Holly (even though she has a gorgeous voice) or Phillip(who I don't think is really that great sounding). You can tell the judges think Holly should get the boot. Well, America showed them!
I totally agree with flmom, you are so right about the judges playing favorites this season, I have watched this show from the beginning 2002, I have never missed an episode, I think what the judges did tonight says it all about who they think should win this show this year, I could see that the other contestants were upset by what they said on stage. They were all Fantastic last night. This is American Idol and America has the final say not the Judges.
I am glad the judges saved Jessica, I have been watching Idol since season 1 and this girl is extremely talented,
no she should have not been in the bottom 3. I guess it's time for me to start voting, they are all so good that
I usually wait till it get down to the final 5 and then vote but after tonight I better get my my votings fingers ready for next week, tonight's display of the best was way way off.
I hope things change next week. The bottom three sucked this week. Are two people going home next week?
Good luck.Hollister or lechita win it all or non
I can't believe the Filipino community did not vote for our Jessica. I blame myself too, I voted for someone confident that the Philippine community will help their own and would not let her be sent home. Please vote for her next week, not only because she is one of us, but because she is a great singer. Please help this wonderful girl win.
i agree with jimmy...this episode is obviously scripted to boost the shows rating...i think it worked tho, a lot of people believed it!
Yeah I think you all need to chill and take a step back. The fact of the matter is that Jessica and Joshua are the best singers in the group...hands down. The problem is that they are both becoming extremely boring. Every week I can expect a church rendition of an old song from Joshua and a power ballad from Jessica. They have amazing voices, but I'm sorry, I've heard their voices before 15 years ago with Whitney and Mariah. Holly is boring to for the same reasons and I am pretty sure she was probably the next one from the bottom 3. Skylar on the other hand has not only shown range but a great sense of variety even within the context of country music. Colton has done this as well. Elise and Phil have unique voices for this show that I think people enjoy because they can really sense the feeling they sing from every word. In the end, after 10 years of Idol America has seen a multitude of Jessica's and Joshua's(especially the former) and I think they are as bored of it as I am.
yes I was shocked who was in the bottom 3... but it was Americans vote... I think most ppl voting thought they were safe and voted for the others instead. I like Phillip, he is a wholesome young man, no frills kind of guy.. you get what you see. I think the judges were out of line stopping Jessica from singing and saving her as they did... way to much drama!!! Did they even stop to think about the ones who were voted safe by american? I think not. shame on the judges!!!
Who can't see that some people are more blessed than others. American is not voting the best. This is so ridiculous!! America practice what you preach. The judges are not biased. America is.
Maybe it happened because we are sick of her doing the same thing every week.
Who knows why? Maybe the public doesn't like the judges telling them how to vote. I didn't appreciate how dismissive they were to Hollie-- especially Steven Tyler. Or maybe they thought Jessica would always be safe anyway. Or maybe J lo's right & Jessica needs to wow us with a song that blows us away emotionally like her Whitney Houston song. Either way Jessica deserves to stay.
Yeah I think you all need to chill and take a step back. The fact of the matter is that Jessica and Joshua are the best singers in the group...hands down. The problem is that they are both becoming extremely boring. Every week I can expect a church rendition of an old song from Joshua and a power ballad from Jessica. They have amazing voices, but I'm sorry, I've heard their voices before 15 years ago with Whitney and Mariah. Holly is boring to for the same reasons and I am pretty sure she was probably the next one from the bottom 3. Skylar on the other hand has not only shown range but a great sense of variety even within the context of country music. Colton has done this as well. Elise and Phil have unique voices for this show that I think people enjoy because they can really sense the feeling they sing from every word. In the end, after 10 years of Idol America has seen a multitude of Jessica's and Joshua's(especially the former) and I think they are as bored of it as I am.
People tend to vote for the underdogs.....Jessica, Elise and Joshua are all very talented and should not have been in the bottom 3 if people were voting on talent. Holli should have gone...although talented she needs to grow.
I am no where close to a teenage girl so I am not jealous of Jessica but I just don't care for her. Yes she can sing; but, she does not connect with the audience and is so rehearsed its like watch a pageant girl every time she sings....no emotion or anything...just going through the steps she was taught to follow.
I am so shocked , upset and beside myself the outcome of the results,. Common America we can do better than this. Jessica is one of the most talented singer in this competition and i think we are so blessed to hear her sing with that flawless voice, Where is the sense of appreciation of such a talented singer.Honestly ,I'm still so stunned !!!!!!!!!! and sick to my stomach. Jessica and Joshua should have not been at the bottom 3. It should have been Hollie, Phillips, and Elise.
People really need to realize it's a competition of who has the best talent and the best performer I know they all have their own unique skills but the one who deserve to be the last 2, on the final shOw is Jessica and Josh .
Hollie was off pitch on some of her stuff. She should have been the one out tonight. And I know.I am a music major.
Joshua is the most talented on the show. Jessica needs time mature. Holy is getting
A raw deal she is very good but young. Elise needs to go!
jessica is by far not the best and will be gone soon american idol judges keep your opinion of who i should vote for to yourself
This show isn't about the best singer. People automatically refuse to vote for the best singer because they hate the favorites and want to go against what the judges think. Winning American Idol is not about being the best singer. Its about who can appeal the most to teen girls.
Why didn't the judges just let her sing and then use the save? This was very disappointing and I am sure the other six contestants did not appreciate it!
How many goo home next week?
america should vote - but apparently we're only supposed to vote for Jessica. Hmmm, Randy's forceful speech at the end will boomerang - voting is a personal choice and trying to "force" us to vote for Jessica will have the opposite effect
I agree with Oaktoon, this is pure Discrimination, racist and prejudice on behalf of Jessica. She is the BEST SINGER this season. Please vote for your Favorite singer, every Wednesday. They need your support to win too.
If this was a set up...then it was certainly in poor taste. I , as a viewer and voter (for Jessica) was highly insulted by the comments and the actions of the judges tonight. Poor Jessica didn't know what to do or how to act. In my opinion, the judges owe all the constants and the viewer an apology for their actions.
How dare them stand there and yell at the viewers insinuating our voting was/is wrong. Maybe there is a little too much favoritism going on with the judges......
Cut the racist crap...the people who cry racist are the frkn racists.
i agree i have a feeling that it is a ratings ploy, i was 100% sure that the side with Hollie would be the bottom three. How is it even possible that Joshua AND Jessica are in the bottom? this show truly has changed and America has no talent in finding talent all they care about is looks. America is just plain idiotic. if Joshua and Jessica are not in the bottom three next week then this for sure was a ratings ploy.
Im agree Elise should go home. Long time ago.
As they say... Nobody is safe. It is a competition... If you don't get the numbers... You lose. I am for Jessica but that is a voting competition... I won't be surprised if she does get voted off. Who really wins? The networks which owns A.I.!
on line voting need to be stop, jessice sanchez is one of the best contestant of this whole competetion and she was eliminated. come on people. there is racial discrimination envolve , america dont want filipino-american to be an american idol. thats not right! we'll vote for the best. and shes one of the best singer.
I think people will vote for the underdog because they just like the person and don't want them to leave yet. So, they don't worry so much about someone who seems 100% safe. Plus, you have the judges saying to vote for your favorite, and not to vote for the best performance. And then, of course, it's biased by who votes the most, which is girls who like cute boys. The judges should be more matter-or-fact in their assessment of the performances, and not so emotional about it. I'm sure that plays into things as well.
America got it wrong Jessica and Joshua should not be in the bottom 2 tonight they are the best singers the judges did the right thing so America please vote for the better singers which is Joshua and Jessica... I was in shock.
Jessica needs a PR person. She says all the time "I have been working for this my entire life". Ridiculous thing to say at 16 years of age. Her outfits are for a forty year old. There is no innocence, sweetness, or humility. This competition has never been all about singing talent only, it is about a bona fide entertainer.
like it or not jessica was not that good , America spoke the judges didnt like it and saved her, bad move, but even worse was the judges saying that jessica is the best, America will speak again they cant save her again
The judges reaction was appalling and disrespectful to all the other contestants. Have they lost sight of what the show is all about. Each and every one of those kids has a chance until America says otherwise.
There is an overall package but with that package comes the voice and some u may think has an overall package their voice isn't always there with their performance. Jessica sure she's a kid but then how many kids out there are stars from Shirley temple, That's So Raven to Raising Hope. Come on american favorites are favorites but at least be true to the ones who really deserve your vote. Or is American Idol just like a beauty contest. V O T E H O N E S T L Y not because you just like them . Like them and have them have been the best singer, performer that night. It's not so easy being out there
totally agree with Justin. Snooze fest... same every week. Same reason Pia went home last year, also snooze fest.
Clearly Jessica didn't belong anywhere near that bottom.....but he judges came up because she was so visibly shaken she was singing like crap and they cut it off..it was terrible. She deserved to be near the top tho..I believe that.
Well, I for one, am tired of the self indulgent voices I hear so many times and Jessicas voice is self indulgent... Not so uncommon today. Besides, its Americas vote...not the judges, who do they think they are? Jennifer Lopez does not know how to sing, knows nothing about musicality or technicality. Shes just an 'entertainer'. I may not have agreed about all those in the bottom three but, I will definately NOT be persuade by the judges.
She is not the best singer ever she i so karoke!!!!
Glad to see some people saw what really happened tonight as I posted way earlier. I just say why vote, the Judges are gonna pick who they want. That is evident just look at past years. DO YOU REALLY THINK THEY ARE COUNTING THE VOTES~ I DON'T! I am convinced it is all staged. Feel sorry for Elise, wonder how she must feel after tonight.
There are too many Jessica's out there. She needs to go home and so does Joshua. Can't stand all the screaming trying to up scale each other on there range. The judges doesn't know how to critique the contestants and so tired of hearing the same thing. Steve Tyler doesn't know how to say anything constructive. He is such a bore. America is voting who they like and apparently it's not Jessica. American idol need new judges ASAP!
The voting rules should be changed. One vote only for your favorite performance.
I applaud the judges and how they handled the situation! They went up on stage because they felt, as I did, that the voters got it wrong and they did! Jessica should NOT have had to sing for the save - she's too good for that. They were respecting her. People are just not voting enough and hopefully this will get them voting next week. Jessica is by far the best singer in the competition and the bottom three should have been the TOP 3!
Yea!!! The judges "choose" who they want to go home performance night rather than being neutral. I love it when they are wrong!!!
the most commical remark i have ever heard on this show was from jessica, ive worked hard all my life .... do what? uh she mowed lawns? worked in a factory, a laundry i bet she has never worked a day
She is a great talent with a great voice but she has been choosing the wrong songs. She needs to sing popular songs that america knows and loves, just lke the Whitney Houston song she sang earlier on... she was fantastic with that song. Songs that we don't know and are blah like the one she sang Wednesday will be her demise. .....I don't think it was a set up, she was definetly surprised she was voted out and started her final song off very shakey...I'm not sure she wouls have finished if J Lo hadn't stepped in. All the singers left are top notch and it will be very emotional the rest of the way. That's what makes this show popular
She is a great talent with a great voice but she has been choosing the wrong songs. She needs to sing popular songs that america knows and loves, just lke the Whitney Houston song she sang earlier on... she was fantastic with that song. Songs that we don't know and are blah like the one she sang Wednesday will be her demise. .....I don't think it was a set up, she was definetly surprised she was voted out and started her final song off very shakey...I'm not sure she wouls have finished if J Lo hadn't stepped in. All the singers left are top notch and it will be very emotional the rest of the way. That's what makes this show popular
WOW....what a shocker. I thought Jessica would win. Guess I'll have to start voting. Everyone I know is watching "the voice" now, not American Idol.
And what a shocker it was!. There has to be a million morons out there watching & voting. I say morons because they don't know anything about music & real talent. American Idol has turned into a popularity show & it's the teeny boppers & morons who are doing the voting. Jessica deserves to be in it until the very end, if anyone should be eliminated I feel Skylar and Hollie should go before anyone else.
Phillip Hollie and Elise need to go. Come on America!
Jessica is sooooo cookie cutter! Waste of a save!
What's worng with Amarican who voted? I'm hate what I'm saying, Are they raceist?
good decision!
Also I am getting quite annoyed with the posts on hear saying the because Joshua and Jessica have God-given voices that this automatically forces America to vote them the top week in week out. I'm sorry but I'd rather have a musician who plays his/her own instrument and writes their own songs win than someone who was just given a great voice at birth. People like Colton, Elise and Phil had to work at becoming all around good. Do you guys KNOW how hard it is to play an instrument while singing. That in itself makes me give more respect to them rather than the power singers.
You may or may not like the judges but i agree with their save. Jessica deserved to be in the finale not the bottom three. I voted for her but I guess I got outvoted by those who can manage to vote a million times on a single phone. I wish there is a limit per phone so we can get a more appropriate percentage of how America truly voted. If AI gets another country singer as winner or some good lookin boy as its winner, then i guess its bye, bye to AI for me until they get their voting process ironed out.
Think voting may have been a backlash to judges comments and preferential treatment of certain contestants. Ridiculous 2 have standing ovations from judges! How unfair and biased is that? Also, nothing original about jessica. Lots of gr8 voices out there.
I think that just like last Pia from last year people thought she would get a bunch of votes so they voted for other people instead of Jessica. America made a big mistake she is one of the best singers on the show!!
Why don't the judges go ahead and crown their choice the winner?
People got complacent with voting for Jessica Sanchez that's all...But, strangely, she looked like she was fine with going home. No doubt because of all the BIG offers that are out there for her big talent.
she will probly go home for sure next week after the judges made fools out of thmselves and her. lolololo keep telling the girl who oversings every song shes the best. lolololol
The reason Jessica voted the lowest is because of the type of music that she did an on top of that the people
at home in their living rooms is hearing some thing different from what the judges is hearing, she just sound
like a screamer Else is my choice for idol an i don't know why she is always in the bottom three
Why would people try to vote her off? People don't really judge them because of their singing!! Because of their charm, or looks... The judges saved her because of her voice! And Joshua and Elise in the bottom 3?? Bad choice...
I swore last year that was it 4me, but I caught the auditions from san diego...jessica hooked me in. Every year I have a fav...she's mine this year...I'm from the P I n most of us were born with a mic in our hand. Obviously...jessica got one of those mics...I have little faith with A I anymore...I'm happy 4 all those talented people who have been blessed 2perform in front of America...Y'all have been heard n discovered. A huge huge hurdle in the music industry. I'm kinda numb about jessicas situation with idol...even if she doesn't win...in reality she already has won...g'luk with ur future jessica...I will b listenin...another one of Gods musicangels
Millions of people think they can sing. They try out for American Idol just to find out that they can't. So.......what makes you think millions of people can vote for the best singer...........just sayin. The best singer deserves NOT to win so they are not bound by a stinking contract. It's best they find their own way. America has heard them and so have all of the music moguls that will make them famous.
What a load of crap. Do they really think we can't see through their manufactured drama? The judges are horrible actors. It was so silly when they ran up on stage to save Jessica. After this season, I'm done with American Idol.
Even thoe im accused of murder doesnt mean I cant give my opinoion the best singer ud the one tht wins it all gooid luck hollie
Jessica is the winner. It does not matter whether she is young or not. The 2 best were in the bottom 3.
wait...and everything Philip sings doesn't sound the same?? LOL...oh, yeah, wait-it does-except unlike Jessica, he has no range and looks bored all the time
How many go home next week? This show was shocking!!
Tonight's vote was basically a sympathy vote last night..........cause who would ever think that Jessica would be where she was. Remember Pia from last year and Jennifer Hudson from years ago. I agree with Maxie....they say vote for your favorite.....time to say.....vote for the best singer.
Hello!!!!this is a talent show that includes hundred percent perfection on your voice and i think Jessica deserves the credit!!!so speak up america and look for the best !!!be a judge..
america please vote Jessica is best singer there what happen was the voters got to coforetable and thought that she didnt need their votes but u see she dose so come on america vote for jessica sanchez.
You are right Jessica is so young at 16 but she has worked hard for this American Idol moment since she was 7 years old, she really worked hard for it and she deserve every single vote that America will give her. Please vote for Jessica Sanchez.
Couch potatoes...
there must be a lot of people with tin ears out there. How else can you explain the TOP three that were chosen...lol
I think Jessica is an amazing singer, but her and Hollie both lack maturity. The producers aren't looking for the "best" singer, they are looking for the one that is the most marketable. I am thinking that is probably going to be Colton or Phillip
Why all the fuss about the judges, who's to say they wouldn't have done what they did if one of the other two got voted off. Steve made it clear that they were going to use their save before they announced that Jessica was going home! What is wrong with you people, the bottom three didn't deserve to be there so deal with it!!!!!!
The judges should have allowed her to sing her first before storming into the stage. And then used their save for Jessica because she does not deserve to go home tonight. IMO, the top three were the worst in the whole show last night. The judges were too shocked with the results that they probably could not help it. Voice wise, she has the most versatility and maturity and that people should not judge her for how she looks or how young she is. Hope Jessica come out STRONGER and BETTER than ever before and that she would choose the RIGHT SONGS that would surely put voting public in AWE and that more and more people would support her so she can make it to the top.
Jessica will not be there too much longer Americas right judges were disrespectful to the rest of the contestants
Randy is right, Jessica is one of the best singers in America. She will get my vote and I will buy her CD. Love the show and all the great young talent it produces. The Jennifer Hudson thing was terriable
I think America was sending the judges a strong message about their blatant favoritism and attempts to get Hollie off the show. When others have a bad night, the judges give them constructive advice. They don't do that for Hollie. When she has a good night, the judges are tepid in their praise. It's blatant. America knew they wouldn't allow Jessica to be kicked off the show. She absolutely deserves to stay on the show. But I think America was trying to get the judges to stop blatantly swaying the vote.
I agree with Justin T!!! I agree with Good as well...Way too many Jessicas out there , she sounds like Jennifer Hudson, Whitney Houston, etc...those types of voices had given me a headache as of late. An american idol is one that moves us, that makes us close our eyes and sing to there songs. Jessica does not do that for me. I don't care what the judges say, they are not all that objective..its obvious. Next week, I know I will not vote for Jessica unless she gives me something other than a self indulgent voice.
Jessjca can sing BUT she is too young and the judges have overrated her and FRANKLY she has became BORING. In my opinion, the best are,1. Phillip Phillips. 2. Colton Dixon, 3. Skylar Brock. I would prefer to see Phillip win, but I would be okay if one of my other picks won. It's America's choice, it's who in our own opinion appeal to you and who we think is the best, not who the judges want to win. Btw, I am a 29 year old happily married women, not a young teenage girl, and I know talent when I see it.. LETS GO TEAM PHILLIP!!!
from now on i will vote for jessica
It's a racist thing again..Americans just love English people,,just like Hollie,,this is so sad,,Jessica may not win it but she will be very successful just like Jennifer Hudson..
yes, but why should Jessica suffer because the judges were 'disrespectful'? She is by far the best singer, though perhaps not as appealing to pre-pubescent girls as some others...
I am a die hard American Idol fan and I was outraged to see America try to get rid of Jessica! In my opinion she should win it all! This is the problem... America's teenage girls that are voting for the guys just because they think they are cute! I think that you should only be aloud to vote if you are 18 and older. America got it wrong tonight and when they voted Pia off a couple of years ago. I am so mad that I don't even want to watch American Idol next year! This is probably why Simon Cowl left!
You are a winner Jessica. All the way whether America votes or not. Look at Jeniffer Hudson, though she didn't win American Idol, she is a winner. Americans should practice what they preach.
Jessica is boring and gives the same performance each week. She is very talented and has a great voice, but she's not a good performer. She isn't fighting for it as much as the others are.
i will always love you
Sanchez and Joshua are too sophisticated and polished for teens who vote. And it's too bad but the judges who know what they're talking about, might be making it worse for them with their praise. Don't worry about the judges, but they DO know things. I hope Sanchez or Joshua win it.
You criticize too much for Joshua and Jessica but how about you can you sing? how about the other singers, they are so boring too.
Everyone should stop talking about the judges save. You guys are saying that there shouldnt be a save. But what happens if one of your favorite contestants gets eliminated and you're wishing they had a save? I think Jessica is the best singer in the competition and I think in the country, but this whole thing isnt planned. Ryan seacrest did tweet that it would be a shocking outcome. The judges used their save because they wanted to use their save. Otherwise, it would've been a shocking elimination just like Pia last year and Jennifer Hudson and Chris Daughtry, and you guys would be pissed about that like you are now. Just calm down a little, this isnt planned. The judges know nothing about the results. If this was planned this wouldnt be a LIVE show.
What's with the comment about G.W. Bush? What does he have to do with this? Get a flippin' life!!!! GO ROMNEY!!!!
I do not agree with you Anonymous, as a minority, I do not see Jessica as 'the best'. You are simply ignorant and will always think if your minority doesnt win, everyone is rascist.
I love how everyone is trying to sway others how to vote. It should be as the judges said yesterday "vote for your favorite" and "vote for who you connect with". Then again, Randy changed his tune tonight by asking everyone in America to vote only for Jessica. Either the people vote or they don't, but their votes have to be accepted. American Idol allows unlimited votes so that Ryan can say "we received 150 million votes last night" but forgets to tell you only "2 million people actually voted". The judges got their save and they used it at the right time this season, so they and all the rest on here should quit whining. Luckily they were smart enough not to save Deandre last week who had no chance at making it in the business. Last year, they got it wrong with saving a strange guy like Casey. This year, they should have simply let Jessica sing and save her and let the show go on. Their dramatics will backfire.
I think the bottom three should have just gone home. The judges forgot how to be professional. There is too much favortism in this show.
Shocked with the result-well what can you do,do you think americans will allow her to win being an asian even though she has an amazing voice,love your voice JESSICA.
I am wondering why i even watch this anymore. Jesica should have gotten voted off. Jennifer is a racist and I have no idea why steven tyler is is a legend goes along with her. She is fat, ugly and can't sing. She always pulls for the minorities and they actually think the real america is stupid enough to listen to what they are saying. Bring Simon back before the show goes completely down the tubes. It is not a Lomex promotion show, it is supposed to let america vote for someone who actually sings something you would buy and listen to. Not some Disney singer or someone who has to have their voice covered up so it will sound good like Lomex
Who cares which one is the best singer. I will never spent a dime for a Cd from Jessica and isn't that the point!!!!!
The judges have to go......
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE JUDGES THIS SEASON! American loves HOLLY and even thought they just tear her down she keeps trying!! Others get the praise over the top and frankly - it is disgusting display tonight!! STAND
UP AMERICA - these judges are trying to decide for us!!!!!!!!!!!! I am going to watch the Voice - it is much better than this out of control show!!!
She sucked yeah she can sing but she is not entertaining or fun to watch. Boring!!!!
The judges should be ashamed of their behaviior!!! They are the ones that traveled this country and found all these singers and so the remaining seven should all be great. Someone great has to go home each week until there is just one winner. Favorites are determined by choice of music and style. All of the remaining contestants are deserving and for the judges to act as they did tonight was a "slap in the face" to Hollie, Phillip, and Coulton. I use to feel bad for the contestants when Simon made derogatory comments, but never did he make me as made as the three judges did tonight!!!!
I agree with Zita, they were making fun of Jessica last night, that was not nice, so mean to her.
I agree with Zita, they were making fun of Jessica last night, that was not nice, so mean to her.
Well, I can see this year's contest already has a chosen winner, Jessica.
I see no real reason to watch the rest of the shows.....just read the blog to see who wins.
If I had been one of those other Idols left standing over there on the side while everyone raved
over Jessica, I'd have been pissed!
Clearly Jessica is very very talented. Maybe the comparison that Jessica gives herself to Byonce might just turn people off. Maybe she should try being as humble as Hollie or Elise. Just sayin'
I've watched this show from the beginning and though at first I was strong for Jessica, she seemed to lose her individuality when she selected a Whitney Houston song. Yes, she has a beautiful and strong voice, and yes, she sang it beautifully—but she WAS WH when she sang. After that, she appeared to be a clone. I think many were hearing not her, but 'just another ballad singer' in the last two performances. I was shocked to see her put in the bottom—and happy to see her saved. She needs to get back to who she really is, and it ain't Whitney Houston.
At this point in the game I believe the best all-around performers are Phillip and Colton. They each can take any music and make it their own and there is never a doubt that it's their own personal style and their own voice.
Jessica a strong third because she is so obviously talented and has great poise on stage for someone so young.
Holly has the absolute best voice of all the contestants but her stage presence is wooden and she needs to work on that.
Joshua is a classic rock and blues singer and I love his music, but he's very young yet and like Holly, needs to work on his stage presence. He is not as versatile as he could be, but after Jessica, he's next in line for the throne.
Skyler is much better since she stopped jumping around on the stage and took her music to heart. She will do well in country, but its stretching it to think she can cross over into pop and hip-hop.
What Elise does is great, and I think, doing her own music and lyrics, she'll go far, but not in this contest. She has great talent, but not enough to overcome the top players.
They are all special talents, as were many of the ones voted out. Maybe they should have a separate contest for singers than for singer/song-writers? They seem to have a totally different approach, and it might make for a better showing all around.
The judges have to restrain themselves from showing such obvious favoritism. Their advice should be unbiased and straight forward to all the contestants, not just a few favorites. They should NEVER give a standing ovation to any contestant. If I were on that stage and they snubbed me in favor of another contestant, it would embarrass and possibly hurt me. What, exactly, is their role? The public are the deciders of who stays and who goes. So far the judges are rather superfluous as far as I can see.
Philip and Skylar will be the final 2. They may not be the best but I think more people can relate to them and would buy their records. This is really the best top seven ever on the show. They are all good singers and should do well in their singing career. They are all winners as far as being good role models for Americas youth.
The judges should've kept their safe. Jessica got the lowest votes for a reason. She SUCKED Wednesday night.
Jessica probably isn't my #1, but she is definitely one of my favorites. My fear is that Phillip (and Colton) will always be safe because teeny bopper girls vote for cute guys, not necessarily talent. I look at it this way though...Jessica will get a record deal. Skylar and Elise will get record deals too. So I'm voting for those I like with less of a chance of winning due to the judges pushing their favorites - like Hollie, who they diss continuously for being 'pitchy'. Well tonight Jessica proved that nerves cause 'pitchiness' even in the best of them (sorry Jessica, I just need to make a point). Perhaps if they'd stop dissing Hollie so much she could relax while she sings, have some confidence, and do what she does best - sing beautifully. The judges really need to stop pushing their favorites though so that these performers, all of them, can give it their all each night and let the voting up to US.
wow this is crazy.. I wasn't able to see it tonight and everyone went crazy. I'm shocked at the bottom 3. Jessica is a great singer that is fact, however she isn't the ONLY one on that show that can sing. There are e several that can sing. Should she have been in the bottom 3? NO of course not...... Just saying shes not the ONLY one participating that is really good.. I personally feel Hollie has issues yet at times she is good. The judges persuade voters way too much. Either let the people vote or let the judges have the final say on who wins..
The judges were praising Hollie in the beginning telling her she could win, how good she was, etc.
Every week they praised her and then suddenly started criticizing her! Jessica was their new favorite.
The judges hope that the voters will vote the way they want them to. It isn't right what they did to
Hollie. Jessica is ok - but kind of karaoke. The voters know what they like and the judges shoud
not try to push one singer.
She did not compare herself like Beyonce. She is very talented, she has her own image. Remember, she is Fil-American, a USA citizen.
I think if people couldn't recognize and doesn't have a sense of appreciation of what true talent is and a beautiful voice is all about then they shouldn't be voting at all for it ruins the whole competition and we are left with a so so singer. If Jessica and Joshua are eliminated and I wont watch american idol for the rest of the season.
I think they all haave their own unique talents, what happened tonight was unfair to the remaining contestants hwo wwork hard to make their lives better. American voters know that they are in control to vote for favorites but also use the best talented ones to get back at the judges.Let them do their job, they have been in the buisness lomger thenwe have. GO JESSICA II HOPE YOUR THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL !
The judges have already picked the winner, Randy and the other judges have made it quite clear that that WE THE VOTERS are wrong, taking the mike from Jessica. DROP A EMAIL TO FORD! If this show is fixed, so is FORD's credibility for sponsering it!! I watch the show to look for good singers, I vote for the one I like, I expect it to be fair and IMPARTIAL!
Jessica was never on the bottom since the beginning of this season and all of the sudden, she was at the bottom tonight. That really sucks and shocks.
Jessica is by far the BEST singer on American idol this year. She has more experience than most. She is young but has the knowledge to make it to #1. She is the only one who tries something new each week. The rest of them are just floating by with no imagination. She will have all my votes next week. The rest of them really need to try some of what she is not afraid to try. What happened tonight is everyone assumed she would fly though without a doubt, just like Daughtery a few years ago. Can you say "instant replay"?
it is pretty black and white to me
HOLLIE should be voted off,wake up americans-as long as the contestant is blonde they feel that she is the ideal idol--yuck.....
FromTormeToCole_JourneyToKiss - That was a fantastic personal analysis of the contestants. It was well rounded and considerate to each person. I actually agree with everything you said. I am a guy and I still think Colton and Phil should end of the top 2, with Skylar and Elise hopefully rounding up places 3 and 4. This is as of now of coarse. My mind could change if the others start to show something more to me other than just pretty voices.
I actually welcome America's shift from just voting for the pretty voices to the more singer/songwriters that can play instruments The things I like about Elise, Colton and Phil is that is seems that they are truly just being themselves. While a person like Jessica seems like she has been completely manufactured by the show. I am not saying its her fault, she is very young, but it is unappealing to me and I think to a lot others as well.
At this point in the show everbody left is super talented, but everyone can't win. The judges are looking at the competitors a little different than America is. It appears America is voting for the singers who can produce the best vocals. Forget all the flashy dancing , backup singers and screaming to the heavens to reach every high note. America seems to be just fine with a good old fashion voices like Hollie, Colton, Phillip and Skylar delivered last night. I would have to agree with the bottom three tonight exept maybe Jessica.
what the hell is wrong wih american,she is better and obviously the best singer than those two ladies who is safe..
Hollie has been messing up left and right !! I can't believe she is still on there !!
Waiting for X Factor now.........the IIdol judges have to go so the show can be saved!
my man Joshua is by far the best.
Will he win? Nah, he's beyond the teeny boppers who vote. But he'll get a record deal and be the biggest star in the long run,
All you people complaining that Jessica was voted off....how many of you voted for her? Yep, thought so. Whiners. Get a grip, she was saved, now vote next week if you don't want her in the bottom three again.
America votes! Why should the judges get a save?????
i don't think it fair that the judges get to save anyone. I think that is ridiculous.. the voters voted they don't want her no more.. she should be gone. I don't care for her high notes and her choice in songs that she sings.. she needs to broaden her talents a bit more liek the rest of them. i didn't like dandre for his voice either. No matter how it turns out Skyler will get a record deal becuase all the countr acts that make it this far do extremely well afterwards.
How can some people call it racism when we have had a white girl. an asian boy, a spanish boy, and a african american boy voted off already. all these kids are good. As far as Phillip always singing the same way every week, well so doesn't Jessica, Joshua, and Skylar. So why all the complaints about Phillip. The judges are obviously picking their favorites and its Bull!!!! They are making everyone except for Jessica, and Joshua feel like they don't exist, especially Hollie. Its funny tho how Jessica, and Joshua seem to be in the bottom often. My favorites are Colton, Phillip, and Elise because their voices are unique. whats the judges gonna do if Jessica gets voted off again or maybe Joshua? We all knew that they would use the save on either one of those two, they made obvious weeks ago...I also don't think they should be allowed to give any of them a standing ovation. It will make the others feel like they don't have what it takes. I haven't seen tonight episode yet, but from reading all these comments, Im sure its not a very good ending of how the judges reacted which is appalling!!
Hey, Sam, if Joshua doesn't win, he won't have a bankable recording career. Why does everyone think the top 10 contestants on AI, XFactor, and The Voice are going to get record contracts and be successful. There is not that much room on the charts for them all. It ain't happenin.
sam wrote:
my man Joshua is by far the best.
Will he win? Nah, he's beyond the teeny boppers who vote. But he'll get a record deal and be the biggest star in the long run,
Well thank those idot judges for making Jessica a center of bitterness from the viewers. Well Jessica why doesn't Randy, Tyler or Jho just set you up with a recording contract right now instead of the end of the season. I won't vote for you, but you don't have to worry cause the judges votes overrides mine and everyone else.
Jessica peaked week one of the top 13, there is no way she wins.
The judges are definitely showing who their favorites are; that is OK so long as they give both positive and negative feedback to all contestants because none of them are perfect. I think Jessica does have a good voice but has she been on top every week, no she has not. She is NOT a definite winner of idol in my book. This season there is a lot of talent on the stage making it a hard call at this point who will win. The styles are different also making it even harder to judge because more than one can be 'top' but it depends on they style the majority of america likes. Holly is a little stiff but she has a beautiful voice and could sell records given enough encouragement and guidance by the pros rather then tearing her down to push someone else forward. That is not what the judges are there for in my opinion. Let America decide fairly.
The judges have forgotten their role which is to provide feedback to the contestants to help them to improve and grow from week to week. That should be their only role. This is definietly why Simon is missed. He would judge them on their weekly performance - nothing more. Not to show bias on who they feel is the best singer or to say one contestant is the best singer ever in front of the other contestants. The judges stooped to an all time low tonight and unfortunately Jessica may pay the price. The judges had their say on the top 13 and now its America choice who stays or goes. Stop telling us who you think we should vote for ! TOTALLY UNCOOL !
Oh please..America vote for who you want. Don't let Randy, Steve or the non musical Jennifer persuade you. Jessica is just another one of the thousand self indulgent voices out there. Nothing new and refreshing about what she is doing. Not sure whom I will vote for but I am sure of one thing, it will NOT be Jessica!!!
I agree that Joshua has "star" written all over him.
Well a messaged sent tonight. America is do devided that is not even funny. Common... this is 21st century not the medieval time. If I see any better... all the kids saved were all white. Leaving the colored and the brown in the "lesser" group. Elise is just another story ... perhaps too old for the younger group. But she is quite a singer.
Jessica is very talented but not getting enough vote. We all know that know why...
Joshua is so talented and can sing any song but still do not have enough vote.
Holly is so stiff and need to go home and get more experience. What the H... I don't know how she pass every week.
Phillip is cute and that is all he is. Voice is great but limited songs to sing.
Skylar is great. I may not be a country fan, but I'll buy her records. She's a little Reba.
I agree with the results tonight. The judges have favorites It is an American Idol and not just three people's opinions idol. The votes said it all. There shouldn't be any saves.
Jennifer Lopez will be the reason Jessica is not in the finals. This show is no longer about what the voters want!
Jlo is so grade school. She was in love with Hollie for the first few weeks then she dropped her like a hot potato for Jessica. The judges are supposed to give constructive criticism. Not push their personal favorites on us and
make us feel bed if we don't vote for them!!
I don't usually vote but last night I thought Skylar, Hollie and Colton were the best singers. I didn't appreciate Steven's remarks the last two weeks about Hollie so I voted for her 4 times. She is doing a lot better than the judges are giving her credit for. Jessica is a great singer /performer but I just wouldn't rush to buy her 1st album with the type of songs she's been singing.
OMG!!! The judges really made fools of all those people who didn't vote for Jessica, your votes don't count, oh yeah, unless she doesn't get the votes next week, them maybe the judges will get the message: THE OBJECT OF THE SHOW IS FOR AMERICA TO VOTE FOR THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOLS WITHOUT THE BIAS OF JUDGES!
A little dose of humility goes a long way and is a good thing. With no disrespect to the Judges or Jimmy Lovine, it is the American voting public who will decide whom they like. Sometimes when the judges gush over some of the contestants...like Jessica, it often backfires. Americans love underdogs. Can you say Holly. The people will decide. Now that the save vote is gone, the peoples choice will win!
This is pure RACIST!!! They dont want an asian girl to win...that is the true,,the sad thing they will try to do it again
America did not vote against her America voted for their favor singer and she got the least amount of votes, now what America forgot is that is a singing competition if you vote for Colton because he is cute or if you don't vote for Joshua because he is black then you are a Moron and I am sure there is another show for you to watch on the dummkopf network or the lame brain channel
I think they all have their own unique talents,What happened tonight was so disappointing and unfair.not just some ,but all of these young adults work soooo hard to make thier lives better. American voters know that they are in control but cant seem to figure out who really is the best, Let the judges do their job, they haaave been in the buisnesss longer then we have. GO JESSICA I HOPE YOUR THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL
This is why the judges should vote.Obviously America has no clue.
People vote for the contestant(s) they want to see again.
To say the the bottom three was "crazy" disrespects the other contestants and disrespects the process
Simon jumped ship just in time. This show has become a joke and who does Jennifer Lopez think she is other than a cradle robber. Let America have their say or change the format of the show. The Voice is a much better show anyway!
there's no way she will win, but just like jennifer hudson... jessica will have the last laugh
You must be children. You act as if the judges are your bossy parents and "you'll show them." Get a grip. Vote for the best voice.
Learn to spell too.
One thing I know about this show is that the JUDGES are NOT objective. They had NO class tonight. They pretty much expressed how they think America is stupid. Well, its America who will be buying these records and following these singers.If America does not like your little Diva Jessica, there is a reason.!!!
I'm glad they saved jessica. How do you get a racist? She is great. Joshua and jessica should Have never Been in the bottom 3. The judges could of been a little compassionate 4 the other singers
I still love American idol
Unexpected, ridiculous.
The problem is the people voting are not listening but looking.
It became a popularity contest not a singing co't'ntest. the judges should have the last say. you voters don't
know what you are doing.
I watch the show every week and I agree, all seven people left are talented. My favorites are Skylar and Phillip. They appear humble, likable and down to earth. I cannot say that I was sad to know that fans had actually voted Jessica off. This girl can sing, yes, but she just irritates like the scraping of a fork on a plate. It's okay if one doesn't actually have to watch her sing I guess. She has a face for radio!
thanks to jennifer,randy and steven for their fairness and exercising their one time save privilege for jessica. I hope american idol will not turn into a popularity contest.Maybe the judges'comments and opinions should be weighted more than america votes to prevent the show turning into a popularity contest. I admire Jennifer's personal touch in judging the contestants.
I voted and that was ridiculous! Either that show is rigged or they had a computer crash! That wasn't right!
This is for the public to vote not the JUDGES. They need to respect our votes.
Totally agree, not cool for judges to show such bias. I feel sorrow for the poor kids they don't like so much,. It's like the judges are telling america who we should vote for. I think Jessica is good, and maybe not in bottom, but hay America voted and that's the way it goes.
What this show needs is a dose of Simon Cowell. These current judges are all seemingly constructively sweet but there always is a favorite and they try to keep things under the covers. Tonight they clearly went over the too and coronated someone several weeks before the finals. I wonder how the others all felt when it turned into the Jennifer Sanchez show at the end? If we had someone like Simon who calls it as he sees it I think this nonsense would be avoided and America's vote would line up better with the judges. After tonight I'm convinced something has to change or the 12th season next year may be the last.
the American Idol no need judges now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
the American Idol only votes t win now......
Joshua is the best. The other men have weak voices.
Music, as we know, is the universal language. I love all types of music and even at my age [from Mel Torme to Nat King Cole] I'm actually beginning to tolerate Rap [well, some of it anyhow]. I am a product of my generation, as each of us is, and the music we grow up with is what we'll vote for, but the one thing we have to remember as we vote: they will all make it in the music business, or at least have a chance. Winning this contest isn't a deal maker/breaker, so chill out and vote the way you like, and hope for the best. And IGNORE the 'judges' for what they are worth. LOL
Jlo is so grade school. She dropped her BFF Hollie for Jessica. And who really cares what race
Jessica is. The show is called American Idol. Except for California, aren't most of the people
who live in this country Americans?
Someone tell Randy Jackson that this is the Free World and I can vote for who I want to vote for. Yes, technically Jessica is an unbelievable singer but I do not want her on my Itunes list. I can vote for who I want to vote for and I'm sick of "pitchy", "wonderful" and "beautiful". I can hear and decide who I want to vote for. I really wish they would just let them sing and quit giving them those stupid genres. Let them sing what they want to sing. If they are singer-songwriters, let them write and sing.
The judges are pudhing for a minority to win, not the most talented.
The American voters buy the albums that musicians put out. The judges have obviously decided that Jessica and Joshua should compete for the title. They are great singers but to me Joshua and Jessica are both too theatrical. I only know what is pleasent to listen to and that's who I vote for.
I am still in shock! The judges ruined the integrity of the show. It's a competition and America votes and the judges should respect that. I didn't vote for Jessica because I wouldn't listen to her on the radio and there were other singers who were far more entertaining to me than she was. They should have respected the process and allowed Jessica to finish her song and then declare they were saving her. Randy was out of line by saying Jessica is the best in the country. And, Jennifer's actions were not great either. They owe the other contestants as well as America an apology. One thing we know for sure, Jessica isn't the winner. America will make sure they make their point and we'll all vote for the same people we voted for last night.
Simon, please come back!!! Look what has happened to American Idol with the uneducated, low class judges we have now. Jessica? Ummmmm, way too typical now, give me something new!!!
I think the judges got it wrong. The best singers are the ones who got the most vote. I was shocked by their reaction, they did not like the ones America voted for, they simply change the rules and don't America vote. I thought it was american Idol. If I were the guys who were safe I would walk out of this non sense..
It's based on the number of votes of course but most importantly on the "type" of people and popularity. I'm not racist or anything but I think it was because she's Hispanic.
All the people commenting that the voters are being racist are the ones who have a race problem. America is voting for who they like and most are not looking at color but whose voice and style they like. And they are not all 12 year old little girls voting. Those statements without facts behind them are ignorant.
Why is the total vote based on American voters .... should the judges not get a portion of the decision as they do on Dancing With the Stars???? There needs to be a true judge of talent and not a popularity contest!!!!
to me its not the way american idol was before its a bunch of little kids voting that have cell phones there should be a way to block there numbers say voters can only vote once and thats it
What a bunch of babies you, are crying about the judges and "freedom" to vote. You all sound like 16 yr olds. It's because of people like you that the best won't win. The judges know more than you.
Kay, keep your racism to yourself.
what the use of judged of american idol 2012 ?????????
jimmy randy said u need to change new big screen tv..... well well also change your glasses
If the judges push an opinion I think the voting public can and obviously will push back- and the previous commenter had it right, it's not the complexity of the vocals, certain song styles aren't always universally appreciated. Like it or not the vote is put to the public and they are your audience.Has nothing to do with race or bad judgement it is an opinion you vote for your favorite.And since it is a money making venture it is 'the public' who will sign the paycheck.
The judges and some people on hear have seemed to forgotten that the show is called American IDOL and not America's BEST SINGER. The show is about the the most appealing singer, songwriter and entertainer. It's not about who was given the best voice at birth. I agree that Joshua and Jessica have the best voices but they don't do anything for me. They don't seem to play any instruments or have said they write their own songs. That to me is a big no no when it comes to music. Phil, Colton, Elise and Skylar on the other hand all seem like genuine musicians that can not only sing but play and write songs. That is the kind of IDOL I want.
I Hope the people that voted against jessica because of the judges and who are disappointed by the judges do exactly What they said they would do and quit watching idol and maybe jessica can have a shot. I don't think that will happened i think the losers are GOING to make sure she doesn' make it . Come on hollie and phillip and skylar are not very good.
holly is a good singer and i am glad she wasnt voted off. it is not about the judges opinions of who they want, but we as voters have the right to vote for who we want.
The judges and some people on hear have seemed to forgotten that the show is called American IDOL and not America's BEST SINGER. The show is about the the most appealing singer, songwriter and entertainer. It's not about who was given the best voice at birth. I agree that Joshua and Jessica have the best voices but they don't do anything for me. They don't seem to play any instruments or have said they write their own songs. That to me is a big no no when it comes to music. Phil, Colton, Elise and Skylar on the other hand all seem like genuine musicians that can not only sing but play and write songs. That is the kind of IDOL I want.
to me its not the way american idol was before its a bunch of little kids voting that have cell
phones there should be a way to block there numbers say voters can only vote once and thats it.
America please vote for who you like an don't be influenced by the judges You have your own taste in music
I judge the one that sings the kind of music that i like an that's the where i start I would like to see one of the judges voted off starting with Randy Jackson an then the other two
Avid watcher, perhaps if AI had true musicians as judges I would agree. However, you have a former AI contestant and an entertainer, not musician Jennifer Lopez. Why should anyone of us think their choices are better than ours? Simply because they are famous? Jennifer Lopez cannot sing, she's beautiful, with a beautiful body but...thats it. She's not a professional musician in no way or form of the word!!
For those negative comments about Jessica, you are either deaf or just don't want an Asian American to win American Idol. But that is okay because even if she does not make it as AI winner she already have something line up. Even Akon wants to steal her from AI already, she haven't had any bad comments or feedbacks from any judges so what does that tell you. And for those saying that Holly is better, oh please Jessica can out run her anytime. That blond girl should have been gone already.
Big Mistake tonight...not Jessica at the bottom but the way the save was orchestrated into a "Jessica Sanchez Love Fest". I do not blame Jessica for the way the judges acted, but it is quite disturbing to have one contestant swooned over by the judges. I personally am bored when I hear Jessica sing, but the judges think I should vote for her since they think she is great...NOT HOW IT WORKS! I will continue to vote the way I want.
Really just disreguard what the judges say. They want Jessica or Joshua to win and it bothers me that Steven Tyler would go along with it since he really can sing and sell records. Jessica always sounds the same disney and Joshua always sounds the same gospel. Neither are anything that will sell great.. It is called American Idol gotta have the whole package. The judges especially Lomex are pulling for the minorities which if they were the best I could go along with. Skyler will be the first to sell alot of records because she is what is selling. But personally i would buy Elise or Phillips music before anyone elses because they are so unique. And again Lomex should not be on the show and making it a Lomex promotion show. SHE IS UGLY, SLUTY, FAT and cant sing. Think it through if their voice is being drowned out by the music they can't freakin sing. America has to quit buying into that crap if they can sing and sound great with no muxic at all like Carrie, Reba, Alanis, Aretha then they can sing. And even more if they can sing a variety of different ways they got some talent. Even more a bunch of idiots walking around trying to ryme and not one can play a musical insturment or carry a tune. That is just noise no Freaking talent
what's the snide comment about California about, Kay?
Do we need another country singer, SKyler?
Or another whining boy, Phil?
I think judges know when they see something stupid. Good for them.
Thankful to the judges for saving Jessica. Love to hear her sing more songs.
The judges should give advice to the contestents that could improve their performances, but the way they were giving the American Idol voters advice on how to vote tonight was out of line. Randy, Steven and Jennifer need to chill out and let the pieces land where they may and stop disrespecting the voters and the other contestants that they think should be in the bottom three.
Joshua and Jessica !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Last night my choice for bottom three were Phillip, Jessica, and Elise. This based on their singing performance, in my opinion. So I was not at all surprised.
girlie - "whining boy, Phil".....huh...You can call Phil a Dave Matthews clone but a whiner. I don't know where you pulled that out of. His voice is far from high pitched. Or do you me him as an actual whiner? To that I say what are you talking about . Just because he wants to be himself and not manufactured by the American Idol Machine he is all of a sudden a whiner. I don't know what you are saying...please clarify.
America knows what they like...Do not let ghetto Jennifer and Randy persuade you otherwise. Steve Tyler, I am surprised and dissapointed in you tonight!
Ellen was a better judge........
The show is so rigged. The judges favor certain singers. I miss Simon. It is just a popularity contest from teen girls voting for the cute guys. Singing means nothing. Listen to Adam Lambert who is doing some shows with Queen. He didn't win. Clay was better then Reuben. The voting needs to change for the show to have any integrity.
Jessica , Joshua and Colton clearly are the best singers. Holliie, Phil, Elise need to go. I guess Skyler should win Country Idol.
I think based on quality of voice Joshua should win although I think Jessica is a worthy winner. People should vote on qulity of singing , consistency etc not on race, ethnicity etc. That's what Randy's point was.
Let's improve American Idol by 1 vote per phone number or pc; have judges offer better professional comments and not personal ones; and stop Ryan's embarrassing "on the spot" questions to singers after there performances. Then I MIGHT continue watching.
One of the judges should be Stevie Wonder then maybe the judges would hear what we hear at home. This is why The Voice is doing so well. It should be all about the voice.
Skylar is boring, a Reba wanna be. Twang twang twang.
Gimme Joshua who sings R&B and rock like a pro.
The older girl always looks ticked off all the time. She's a little too old for this.
I find Phillips boring and trying too hard.
The judges know music, I like 'em. You complain too much about them, just vote for who you want and stop kvetching.
I love the show but lately Randy's comments are sickening! Did anyone listen to what he said last tonight?!?
After his comments how can any of the remaining contestants even want to continue performing?!?! Why not just end the show now and let Jessica win?! Because he obviously thinks, "she's the best singer in America right now" talk about making everyone else feel like they can't even compete with her! I hope they show him next week that they can sing too!!!!!!
i dont think jessica deserved to be in the bottom three but i hate the arrogance of the judges who chastise voters for supporting theri favourites. Lets vote on whether we need new judges: Randy in particular, ass untalented a perfomer as there has ever been who cant resist any opportunity to show everyone how much he knows about music, particularly annoys me.
It's a good thing the judge jumped up and saved Jessica! Now, don't blow it by putting Joshua in the bottom next week!!!!! THINK AMERICA! Colton, you're a nice young man, but sorry, I wouldn't buy your records!!!! You sound, like the run of the mill young male (airy voiced) singer of today. We need a BIG VOICES with substance, like Joshua and Jessica....someone in Nashville hire Skylar!!!!!! If this all happens, America will have done it right!
exactly Sam, America did vote for who they wanted. Skylar is singing what is selling the most right now. Look at all the singers making their way to country music. Hollie has a sweet peaceful voice people like listening to, Colton is very likeable and also sings songs people enjoy listening to. Jessica and Joshua bot sing great at the songs they sing, it's just not what america likes the most.
I call him a whiner because he fits the stereotype of a whiny loser with a gimmicky haircut and he doesn't sound too smart when he speaks either. His singing voice to ME is forgetable -- but I know that's my personal choice. I'm not a teen girl.
Jennifer Lopez rich & celebrity
Steven Tyler rich & celebrity
Randy Whatever rich & ceebrity
We are right and We don't care what American Idol voters do...unless they don't vote for Who WE Think are the Best Singers....
Me: A nobdoy & still have Integrity and I just Watch the Voice..I don't need to be slapped in the face from three former somebodies, especially the National Anthem Singer in last year's SuperBowl. Roseann Barr was taken off the hook, thanks Tyler
Please do not play the race card. The voting demonstrates the way people feel. Joshua screams a lot. Elize has no personality and looks ill. And Jessica is too young with no stage presence but granted a near perfect voice. The fact of the matter is that while people scream "little" girls vote....that is also who buys Itunes. And guess what that hasn't changed since Elvis Pressley or The Beatles.
Jennifer Lopez rich & celebrity
Steven Tyler rich & celebrity
Randy Whatever rich & ceebrity
We are right and We don't care what American Idol voters do...unless they don't vote for Who WE Think are the Best Singers....
Me: A nobdoy & still have Integrity and I just Watch the Voice..I don't need to be slapped in the face from three former somebodies, especially the National Anthem Singer in last year's SuperBowl. Roseann Barr was taken off the hook, thanks Tyler
Definately think judges need to listen to the performers sing and notwhat they do onstage
Chadwick, you're right. It's popular vs sophisticated. Let the kiddies win, the other two will do better with adults.
I'm not a country fan so I won't be negative about it, I just can't listen to 5 sec. of it. I'm a jazz man, that's why I like Josh and Jessica.
It shocked me that Jessica was going to be voted off...I think Randy is RIGHT!!! She does have one of the best voices in America!!! Whether she wins Idol or not...I see another young Whitney Houston arising...I HOPE she wins!!
Elize is too old and too smug.
This show IS a popularity voting program, produced to expose the singers to an audience that will buy their records. Stop saying we should vote for the best...according to who? We all hear things differently and like things differently. I like opera. If I'm listening to a great opera singer pitted against a great reggae singer I'd probably lean toward the opera singer and someone else would prefer the reggae singer. Doesn't mean I'm right or the other's right. We're all voting for the one we like the best. Face it, people, that's the whole purpose of this program. Stop criticizing those who don't like the same thing you do - that's real prejudice.
While Jessica has a beautiful voice, she just didn't connect to her audience. American is looking for an entertainer as well as a singer, not just a singer. I also was turned off by her interview regarding the trio. Not sure why, just wasn't right.
If this is her calling, she will find a way to get it done. I agree with the save, but saw this coming a few weeks back...
While Jessica has a beautiful voice, she just didn't connect to her audience. American is looking for an entertainer as well as a singer, not just a singer. I also was turned off by her interview regarding the trio. Not sure why, just wasn't right.
If this is her calling, she will find a way to get it done. I agree with the save, but saw this coming a few weeks back...
jessica has a great voice but she has an attitude also that i think people see
Sam, I agree with you that Joshua and Jessica appeal more to adult listeners with their scat singing and the way they phrase songs. They probably won't win because of that but that's probably why the three adult judges are blown away by them. If they DO win, I hope they're not remade to appeal to 14 yr olds.
Should Jessica and Joshua be in the bottom three? No. This was a protest vote. I think the viewers are sick of hearing the judges obvious choices and watching the catty behavior. Watching Jennifer and Randy wisper and talk sideways while the performances are on reminds me of junior high girls in the cool club mocking the others. Additionally. The way they announced ahead of time they would use the save and the way they interrupted Jessica Sanchezes save me song discredited the show. Is she good. Yes, should she win maybe so. But why even have the competition if they are going to try and influence the outcome. Lastly, it is time forvsteven Tyler to go away and retire. Lastly. It must be gift for kilo to judge people who are far more talented than her
I find Jessica and Elise boring, also Philip is not that good.
Jessica can only sing when standing still. She sings off key anytime she moves.....I am appalled that the so called judges never mention that. Lame.
Oh, come on! This is no more than a popularity contest...and those judges need a knock in the head. Jessica saying she's been working for this her whole life? The judges reaction when she got the fewest votes? There should be NO save! If it's up for America to decide, then let our votes decide. I have in the past voted for Jessica, but no more! I don't relish a competition where judges, who are supposed to critique singers, just go all rogue and try to force viewers to vote for a specific person. Nor do I appreciate judges who try to use Idol to recreate themselves and reboot their careers. I think Idol has blown its' run...FINALLY!!! The Voice is much more entertaining. Doubt I'll ever watch AI again!
Jessica sings in a robotic fashion and I think viewers are tired of her.
My favorites are Hollie, Joshua and Skylar and I'll be buying their albums .
No because she is Asian...
They need to take the cell phones away from all the teeny bobbers, they don't know anything about music.
anyone but Elise and Holly
No longer a fan of this show if it does not allow the real talent to stay. I'll watch one more week and make that decision.
YThats what i thought You are right Marlou
The judges went way overboard tonite. Fairness...no way....popularity contest..always...whether the judges or America.
Elise has a way better voice than Hollie. Jessica has a great voice also. I think that people vote on looks instead of talent !! Sad ! I have wondered why JLo is a judge. She doesn't have a good voice !! I liked it better when Simon was a judge !.
The greatest "voice" that viewers have ever had the opportunity to hear on American Idol is Kelly Clarkson. She's come such a long way from that first ghetto idol where a singer couldn't hide behind fancy light shows. There were no big back up singers and big bands. What you saw/heard was what you got. Those people held true talent. My, how American Idol has changed.
Really.. you have to admit she has a nice voice but is not by any means the best at all... when I see her preform... its really just no big deal.. kinda of Vegas... she is kind of a boring person to watch...nice girl nice voice.. but not very exciting to watch... skyler and phillip ...exciting to watch!
Obviously, you all do not have an ear for music. Jessica blew every singer last night out of the water. Joshua came in a close second. Everybody has their favorites and I respect that but I will not allow you to criticize one of the best singers they have on the show this year. She isn't even my favorite but she is an awesome singer. Stop your whining and vote.
girlie - wow...you sound exactly like a teen high school girl who literally has not experienced barely anything in there life. Phil is such a quiet spoken guy that doesn't say too much. So you literally came to all of your conclusions solely based on how he looks to you....which is a normal guy, T-shirt and jeans. Your comments don't make you sound too mature.
Can't wait to see Jessica and Joshua go home. They have great voices but I'm not a fan of their styles.
Only one person can win... and she is not the whole package
girlie - And "gimmicky hair cut"...what the hell are you talking about. He has a normal generic hair cut that nearly 3 out of every 4 guys in the US have. Are you actually thinking about what you are typing before you post it.
Come on Skylar!!!!!! She is the best all around entertainer this year!! Joshua is good, but screams too much in his songs. Phillip is ok, but doesn't always sound that good, and makes pretty strange faces when he's singing! Hollie sounds great, but not great stage presence. Colton is also good, and so is Jessica. But when you're looking for the whole package, it's Skylar!! And I'm not even a country music fan. She's just a natural. And Elise, well, sometimes she's good, sometimes not. Skylar is always good. She's always up there kicking butt!!
I do agree with the save. That being said, I absolutely hate how the three judges conducted themselves tonight when it was revealed that Jessica had received the lowest number of votes. She should have been made to "sing for her life" like anyone else. I think this move will backfire, as those who watched the show were forced to put themselves in the shoes of the other six contestants who were made to feel like "chopped liver" when those three stormed the stage. The judges need to get over themselves, stop using the show to promote their own careers, and trust America to take it from here... GO COLTON!!
I consider myself an objective viewer, that being said, HOW IN THE He!! does Jessica get voted off, American teen girls are ruining this show, Jessica may not win but she definitely not the 7th best singer on this years show! She does not need American Idol to be a star, the real question should be doesnt American Idol need her to continue as the top show? Cmon America vote for the best singer !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best Two: Jessica and Josh
Worst Two: Elise and Hollie
Most Boring: Colton
Most Annoying Voice: Hands Down Skylar
Jennifer Lopez is using the show to sell her music. And the disgraceful sexual content, if she has a problem with being sexual, she has no right to teach our children how to behave. She needs to be removed from the show.
I totally agree with Mila's comment:
"Mila wrote:
Oh, come on! This is no more than a popularity contest…and those judges need a knock in the head. Jessica saying she's been working for this her whole life? The judges reaction when she got the fewest votes? There should be NO save! If it's up for America to decide, then let our votes decide. I have in the past voted for Jessica, but no more! I don't relish a competition where judges, who are supposed to critique singers, just go all rogue and try to force viewers to vote for a specific person. Nor do I appreciate judges who try to use Idol to recreate themselves and reboot their careers. I think Idol has blown its' run…FINALLY!!"
The judges have killed this show for me. Their behavior was borderline lunacy!
Jessica and Josh are the best. No comparison.
I'm just saying what I did. I voted for Hollie last night because I think she is an amazing singer, and I don't think the judges are fair with her. They put Hollie down too much and she gave an excellent performance last night. I wanted to try to save Hollie by voting for her. I think she deserves to be there. I was shocked with the bottom three; however. Obviously the bottom three were some of the best performers. However, at this stage in the game, all the contestants are amazing. None of them really deserve to be voted off, but unfortunately there can only be one winner. Last thought...this could have been a ratings ploy... who knows?
Hollie was not in the bottom three because the judges were cruel to her Wednesday night. I think this is a great group of talent. It does not really matter to me who wins, because the American public decides the winner by whose music they buy. I voted for Hollie three times and did not vote for anyone else. Why? Because I despised the way the judges treated her this week!!!
I agree with Tex. "It it must be hard for J-Lo to judge people with far more talent than her. Why doesn't idol just crown Sanchez now and skip the rest of the contest. Why don't the judges just throw eggs at Holly and publicly flog her. Even when the judges do have a good comment it is back handed or with a qualifier. She may not be in the top 3. But she is no way as bad as they dog her. There is no reason for the show. Just ask the judges who should win.
We have a Whitney Houston, Mary. She need not be replaced. I do not see any one in this competition able to sing better Whitney songs then Whitney herself. Or, maybe it was, but she was let go...that Rita Van....I forgot her name. Well, is it only me, but i do not like to vote for a copy of someone...i would like to vote for an original, very new, unique voice. I think Jessica would be out in two weeks, if not next week - out of pity..She is not stage material....Really guys....who left thay Reed leave....Jenifer, Randy and Steven, I am glad you do not have much to say at this time in the competition. Or, better , you do not have anymore.
Jessica did not deserve to get the lowest votes. The bottom line is its called "racism " they vote her out because her last name is Hispanic and this country is inundated with hate. She is a great singer. And doesn't deserve to leave just like Pia Toscano was voted out..
What do I think happened? I think the teeny boppers are placing all their votes on the "cutest" guys (Colton and Phillip). And while I love them both, and think they both have a great chance of having a music career, Jessica blows away EVERYBODY in the remaining group. This is a talent competition looking for the next SINGING sensation, not the latest tween heart throb. ENOUGH!!!!! I know it's impossible to enforce, but no one under the age of 18 should be allowed to vote. The music industry is ready for the next power house singer a la Whitney, Mariah, Celine etc. No one else has the vocal capability that Jessica has. Close your eyes and listen to her performance of "I Will Always Love You" and see if you do not think you are listening to Whitney herself. The tweens are so used to "singers" whose "talent" is created in a music studio by talented technicians. It's the reason their idols of today need flashy dance moves, pyrotechnics and backup dancers. They need to do something to cover up the lack of singing ability. It's also the reason parents get to pay an arm and a leg for concert tickets to see someone lip sync.
I agree teens are ruining this show its never the best singer that wins in fact alot of the ones who did not win are doing better than the ones who did this show is starting to suck ex factor is so much better
Rigged for drama. Period.
In my opinion the judges owe the other contestants a public apology humillating them on stage. The way they acted on stage and did not allow her to finish her performance was radiculous. I don't, in my opinion, think that this young lady is any better than any of the other contestants. Oh and by the way, it looked as if she had already won the "American Idol" title. Her mother even had to come up on the stage. That was absolutely unecessary. Judges have no right telling the public how to vote. Hollie & Phillip have done a great job and should not be critized so much. This will just bring them down. I also have watched since it came on TV and am very disappointed in tonight's show(and by the way) I am not a teenager I am an older adult and feel that these young people should not have treated like that on stage. Ryan asking Elise what she thought about the results was very wrong and the comment she made was out of line. Enough said. Someone needs to make some changes or the ratings will be going down.
I know Jessica is a great singer but I actually thought Holly sounded better in the group sing and also better tonight in the group.
Hollie is way better than Jessica! Judges may say whatever they want.
Jessica is boring.
"MGR, NC wrote:
In my opinion the judges owe the other contestants a public apology humillating them on stage. The way they acted on stage and did not allow her to finish her performance was radiculous."
I totally AGREE!
!@$@%, the judges are so unfair to say its a ridiculous bottom 3, if they believe then to be the nxt americanjust toss the voting and crown ai who they want to crown!
Jessica S is over rated she will not win
I think the judges are creating this problem, where one of the best singers got voted off. First of all, it is America that is voting, and for the judges to berate Americans for their vote is problematic. They went over the top for Jessica....this will not bode well for her.....to bad!
You ediots just becouse some people dont like jesica singing means that they are racest , well i am a minority
an i think she is rather boring an what is known as a screamer
Jessica- the best !!! so natural... I always wanted to hear more everytime she sings, don't want to end..
I had to pvr Idol and am just now watching the ending. I cannot believe the way that J Lo skittered on her heels and grabbed that microphone! The judges are crazy! They behaved like idiots! They acted as if this girl is simply the winner and that the other six singers are just chopped liver....and how many times can this young girl say that she's been working on this her whole life and it not grate on the nerves of voters! The judges should have given that Jessica girl the "crown" tonight. Come back Simon!!!
Jessica is obviously the best singer on the show. The american public shouldn't even get to vote because it is just a popularity contest and not a singing contest with all the hype and groupies etc. The judges know way more about the music business and the ART of singing than the general public and they were right to be angry and dismayed at the results. They don't owe anyone an apology.
I never voted but I agree with her going home, boring is what I would call her, no personality on stage.
I think people were tired of the judges over-praising Jessica, and
randy and stephen have actually been too harsh on their critics of Hollie so they actually voted for her to spite the judges, as well they shoulld, The judges should not try to guide the voting . They should be handing out useful, helpful advice for the contestants to succeed. I was very happy to see Jessica and Joshua in the bottom.
I think she got voted off because so many people tried to vote for her, had a difficult time getting through and simply gave up. (I mean in the scheme of things, how important IS it to vote for an A.I. contestant?)
Very talented young lady, she deserves to stay in the competition- Jessica Sanchez .
That is why the show was called "American Idol" not "American Talent ".
Yes, stupid,these are the worst judges i had ever seen.totally stupid..........If there is a chance to vote " dislike" i gonna give 100,0000000.........votes to her straight away.............stupid.........
Totally upset on Idol because of this.....................!@#@%$^#$%%&*
Cannot agree with those who comment that Jessica sounds "natural". Her voice sounds strained when she sings and every time she tries to move and sing at the same time she goes off pitch. Maybe she lacks the physical stamina to walk and sing at the same time! She lacks the ability to connect with her audience and I find her remotely entertaining to say the very least.
Nothing snide meant about my California comment.
Just saying that my home state is overrun with illegals.
My point was... the show is called American Idol, and people shouldn't make comments about
the race of any contestant. And, the judges shouldn't fawn over their favorites. I felt bad for
the other contestants left standing there while the judges were acting like the rest of the kids
were nothing. I will vote for who I think can carry the show during the tour, and who would
I spend money to listen to.
I think the judges absolutely did the intelligent decision and saved Jessica. . First of all they are professional singers and appreciates true talent. I think America is sending the wrong message that we have no sense of appreciation towards talented singers and would rather appreciate crappy reality show. It's very disturbing!!!!!!!
Very glad they saved Jessica, but the way they did it was bizarre and just wrong. In any case, regardless of when she gets voted off or wins the whole thing, she will be signed to a record deal with someone and people will soon forget whether she won or not. Most of those remaining will get some kind of deal, that's what it's about, launching a sustainable career, and there have been many from Idol alum. The show is good entertainment and a decent model to find unknown talent.
Sorry - forgot to put my name on my recent comment in answer to those questioning my
California remark.
The best performance on the show this season has been James Durbin!
Honestly, American Idol should just go away without America voting because they are clueless.
wow ,sometimes voter, the idea artifical i mean need cute giro? that is rediculs.amezing song all pakage,she is the best singer,but i never voted, i never expect jessca vote.blind vote.so she the top all over the siinger.
Tonight, the judges sealed the fate of American Idol. I'm already digging the grave.
Regardless of who the judges favor it is only obvious who the better singers are. Voting should not be to spite the judges comments. I was glad yo see Jessica saved. She is the total package She is already a star and we will be hearing of her being a legend one day. All the finalists are good, but if you are truly honest you know Jessica is the best.
Oh, Ben, how I agree with your comment. I couldn't have said it better myself.
Why are there so many comments from people written in poor or broken English? That being said, I think that there should be no save EVER! Let Americans vote and allow their vote be the determining factor regarding who leaves. When did they bring in this dumb save option?
I saw pure happiness in Hollie's expression for the first time in weeks, to not to have been in the bottom three, and that made my night.. As much as I like Jessica, it's Hollie's CDs I'd buy, along with Skylar's and Elise's. If I were on stage beside her, I'd have hugged her. What bugged me most about tonight was that they sent Hollie to one side (the show's designated loser) and Jessica to the other (the show's designated winner), for the drama/shock factor. That was a disgrace to Hollie, outright torture to her, and that right there demonstrates that the judges and producers already had their minds made up. This was the first time I've ever voted on Idol, and I chose to do this because I was tired of seeing a wonderful singer being unfairly dissed repeatedly. There are other good singers on the show who I adore equally - Skyler, Elise (she's really grown on me), and even Joshua. IMO Phillip should go next. He's dull and his contorted veiny face irks me every time he 'sings'. I hope Hollie wins, and if not, Skylar/Elise/Jessice/ Joshua - tied.
I dont think the judges showed any partiallity at all, they just righted a wrong, its not about being to young, its all about the talent, I think the judges made the right call, even if it is hollywood
Never watching American Idol again.
the actions of the judges tonight were so out of line. this is supposed to be the publics votes of who they want to see again and again and buy their albums. of who they want to be the American Idol. the judges have no business telling the people to pick up their phones and vote for any particular person. I feel so bad for the remaining contestants-the judges basically told the public that the remaining were not good enough to be the winner. hope their followers pay absolutely no attention to the judges. I think the save card should be eliminated and I also think the votes should be as in other competitions- limit of 10 votes. that would give a more accurate count of real winners.
This show is just a popularity contest. No more, no less.
All of the singers are very talented. Some have that extra spark more than others, but ALL deserve fair critiquing from ALL the judges.... and not just on their outfits. I have watched American Idol for years. This is the first year that I remember the judges showing favoritism to some contestants and not really caring if they make it obvious. Disappointing.
good timing jessica,,,,next week the bottom 3 will be colton...ellise and hollie,,,,the bottom trio,,,no moe saves,,,,jessica will have the last laugh....
The juges made the best desision ever Jessica is the best singer ever after Withney huston we need someone like her, but they should of save Pia Toscano last year she has the same voice like Celine Dion i will say better looking
I believe the judges made a sound decision in saving Jessica Sanchez. She has a gift and will go far. I just hope America did not cast their votes on popularity or racial preference. That would be highly unethical. America should come to their senses and vote for the best singers. Jessica is ranked up there with Joshua as one of the best singers that absolutely kills it with grace when she performs. At her age I absolutely give her all the credit in the world for forging on like a trooper and reaching for her dreams in front of America, even though they did not get it right this time. I stand with the judges, after all why do you think they call them "judges" You go girl, don't let nothing get in your way, You are unstoppable.
Funny, how do three judges so overwhelmingly agree with one another? Cannot EVER remember that happening when Simon was on the show. I mean all three really love a contestant or all three give standing ovations...why can't one judge give a standing ovation? Steven looked about to stand when Colton sang on Wednesday night, but he was "hushed down" by Jennifer. Why is that? I honestly cannot understand why the judges are trying to force Jessica down our throats. The whole event tonight makes me want to hurl.
Jessica Sanchez is the best singer in the world
Look they are all talented performers, but this is only a talent show to the judges. Most of America votes for their favorites regardless if the performance was bad or good, so to America it is a popularity contest for the most part. For example if you don't think Skylar is receiving every country music lovers' vote each and every week then you are not being realistic. My 2 favorites are Elise and Skylar and I vote for both, are they technically the best singers on the show, probably not, but they are who I want to listen too. I also see them singing songs that I would like to listen too as well as imagine what there albums would sound like. Do I think Mariah Carey is a great vocalist, of course, but I don't listen to her music.
The save ABSOLUTELY should have been used and I totally agree with the judges not making Jessica finish "singing for her life" because it is absurd that she had the least votes. This proves to me that tweener girls are ruining the show by voting over and over for the "cute" boys. Idol needs to restrict votes like other shows to 10 per method of voting. That is the only way to turn this back into a show looking for talent not the cutest boy.
The juges made the best desision ever by saving Jesica the best singer in the competition ever
This whole show is laughable.
Gee judges just a little biased. Maybe you don't get the premise of the show...American Idol not Judge's Idol. I have begun watching the Voice for a reason.
I ask, yet again, why are so many comments written in poor and broken English?
I agree with the comment that there should be a limit of 10 votes per person. This is a popularity contest as well, but usually Americans seem to choose the best singer in the competition. The judges do seem a little biased this season. I think Philip is awful & can't believe he is even in the top 10. Hollie is cute & has a great voice but always seems nervous. Jessica, Colton & Skylar have my vote!
I have never so enyone so talanted like Jessica Sanchez, the best teenage singer and the singer in the whole globe
I agree with Sheila. The Voice is new (2nd season) and fresh. American Idol is old and wrinkled.
Jessica Sanchez...the best singer "in the whole globe"!!! I think a lot of people need their hearing checked!
Best singer no most popular yes. There have been many seasons when the best singer has been voted off the show. However, again it is all about who you like not necessarily who is the best. I agree with the judges that Jessica is very good, however I don't vote for her because I don't see her making the music I want to listen too.
It's American IDol not the Voice. You don't have to have talent to be an IDOL i.e. Kim Kardashian.
Jessica is a great singer I just don't happen to like her voice, especially the tone and verbrato. Holly has a much, much better sounding voice and just needs more time to get comfortable and she should skyrocket over Jessica. Judges gotta back off now. No more saves. If Jessica goes she goes. Has anyone else noticed that it is the young girls who are mainly voting. And when the judges rag on someone like they have been doing to Holly week after week the voters usually strike back at least once.
The way the judges behaved tonight (especially Randy and Jennifer) was horrible. One contestant was made to look like the Messiah and the rest to look like poo on the bottom of shoes. Well done AI judges!
She's very good,but boring. She doesn't bring anythibg fresh to the competition.
Unfortunately, the singers on the Voice are not nearly as talented as most of those left this season on Idol.
How can people leave all those comments abouth Jessica,think for a second can any proffesional singer sing Withney Hustons I wiil always love you, nobody, not even Jennifer Hudston could sang in the award, but Jessica did.
I felt such displeasure with the show tonight. Well said Marisol.
jessica Sanchez is a star and they already found her, I think they should just stop the show, Jessica Snchez is the next American Idol
I've heard MANY people sing I Will Always Love You. I am certain that Dolly Pardon sang it LONG before Whitney.
Yes, Jessica Sanchez will be the next American idol, she should be Idole of the world.
Enough with the catty behavior. Lol! Clearly, the "judges" have crowned their winner. To hell with the rest of America!
Clearly, based on last seasons winner, the show has gone to crap after Simon left. Scotty McCreery couldn't sing his way out of a paper bag...its voted on by little 12-16 year old girls that have nothing better to do.....Why do they even keep the show running?...I dont get it.
Jessica is it she is the best and better then anyone there. Dont hate appreciate. She is the bomb.
Judges are disgrace! Music industry nowadays is about a few mafia clans that produce mainly crap. Randy is one of them. J Lo is mediocre. Disappointed with Steven.
This may have been the show that finally killed American Idol. We all know the votes don't really matter at all. The Producers decide everything and they overplayed their hand with this farce. This was completely staged and manipulated to get people talking about the show. They had an extra week to play with, they needed to use the save and they figured they might as well go for the shock value. Next week all things will return to normal and Hollie will be going home like she should have gone home this week.
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Jessica will not win because she doesn't look the typical American and Hollie will not be eliminated easily because she looks like the typical American. In fact, she is British the same way that AI producers are British. And the judges know what they are doing. They praise Jessica and slam Hollie so the votes will go to Holly. In any case, my vote goes to Colton! Cool! LOL!!!
way to go with your racist amateurish comment aifan! woot! woot!
True meausre comes in when all of this is over. Who can comfortably say there will be record deals for your bets? really now, seriously? Colton? Hollie?
I will borrrow Randy's words. Jessica, no doubt! Jessica doesnt even need this. akon wanna steal and sign her way before she auditioned for this.
she is not americal idol, she is world idol!
WOW!!! Jessica is truly the best singer ever on American Idol!!! She gets my vote each time!!! She deserves to win!!!!!
The problem is the the voters thought Jessica was safe so they voted to keep their second favorite on.
Jessica deserves the save. Whoever thinks she had the worst performance of the week has to have tin ears. She may not have the LOOK that AI voters might hold against her but that voice is undeniable. Go Jessica.
American Idol I don't believe the actions of the judges, you all could have just used your save card. Instead you jump upon stage and yell at the voters to vote for the best and Jessica is the best. I am not so sure you helped that girl win in fact I have a feeling you may have hurt her chances.
I thought it was your job to bring the best talent you can find to the stage, weed out what you don't like. Then its up to the voters to vote for whom they like. It's out of your hands now judges. Like the results or not that is how it works, or so I thought.
I also thought it was the judges job to help everyone of the singers be the best they can be not to show favouritism to any. Did you not bring the best of the best for the voters to vote on.
On a personal note I grew up with Aerosmith so not a young pup. I vote for the singer I would pay money to go see plan and simple.
Jessica has a voice, we heard many times already in music. We dont need another singer like her. And she is stiff and a bit arrogant, because she thinks, she can win it. I agree, the voters like Hollie much more and she is a girl next door. And her performance was really good and finally wearing and looking like a girl at her age. I guess, that Colton is wining it! Good luck!
The Judges try to manipulate peoples vote. Jimmy will give bad songs to the competition next week.
Jessica is a good and talented singer but Not much. She was out of key on Wednesday in both performances.
The show should be named American Music MAFIA Idol!
Jessica is not MALE, WHITE, and SOUTHERN, 3 of the most favorable demographics for winning. Unfortunate.
TV people. Made a great story line. How dramatic.............scripted TV can be so obvious. Watch UK Idol or Australian Idol and they will repeat the same story line in the same fashion. Wake up.
I agree with Demographics- dumb white girls who comprise most of American Idol voters will not vote for a non white girl or a gay man to win this obviously popularity- not talent- contest. So forget about the best two singers- Jesseca and Joshua- winning this contest.
I never thought that the American Idol producers would stoop so low as to manipulate the voting results for the sake of drama and ratings. They can declare anybody to be in the bottom three - no one is going to be able to prove otherwise. Elise was the only one in the bottom three that I actually believed should have been there. I'm disgusted with the whole thing.
The Judges are total a--holes,how could you make such a scene about ONE contestant.
They should just end the show now and name Jessica the winner. They talk so much B-llsh-t.
One week they are saying be your own person, next week you should follow advice you are given.
Then you should put your own spin on the song,,,no how could you change such a classic wrong wrong wrong.
Wear what Tommy says if you want to be a star! Oh we love that your sticking to who you are! Two faced stupid way to make everyone hate you,and Jenny from the HOOD you are one jealous B.. Randy you ought to get someone to show YOU how to dress, and Steven you are the biggest disappointment of them all, cause I really thought you were the only one that was going to be his own person and judge, not put on a show, and in the beginning it seemed I was right, but now you are just a parrot/sheep following the other two parrot/sheep !!!!!!!
Yo Dog Last few years His Magesty Ryan gave a "nation wide vote count" before sending someone home.. This year the comment is "after a nation wide vote." NO WAY was Jessica low vote getter.
I think the producers wanted to force the judges to use their "save' last night. What was up with "stand on stage right / left versus the customary stools?
How about the producers show the watching fans the vote counts during the closing credits?
Jessica is not that good. The judges pimping her all season has irritated me no end, and the extremely rude comments they gave Hollie on Wednesday was rewarded with Hollie being saved. I'd much rather listen to Hollie anyway. The producers need to take a lesson from this- The judges suck, esp. Jlo, the favoritism is NOT appreciated, and the more they show bias towards who THEY want to win, the less the audience will vote for them. Check any blog today- everyone is furious at the judges B.S.
American Idol need to make a change... It should be required to have one woman and one man winner. Otherwise it will always be a man that wins cuz there so many teen girls that vote for the good looking guys.
It's a popularity contest they need to change how things are done aka so you think you can dance. They need to let the bottom 4, 2 girls and 2 boys sing to save their slot Otherwise the coolest, and cutest, not the most talented, will always be the winner. This is what happens when you allow white preteen and teen girls run your contest.
Top 7 is traditionally a mess - it's handled the same way, placing the contestants in groups of 3 and 3 and then asking the final, and safe, contestant to pick a group. Which nobody has done since Bo Bice sat down in the middle in Season 4. This was, however, the biggest farce since JHud's loss at this precise point in Season 3. At some point, the voting system is going to have to be changed if this show intends to maintain any semblance of legitimacy. Having tweens power-voting for cute guys is not a prediction of who will be successful in the future. Jimmy's comments about singer/songwriter types were correct -- and currently that's a popular style (see: Adele), but looks matter a whole lot less than true style and ability (see, again: Adele).
I agree with conniemack - judges are showing their favortism. They do not like Holly and criticizes her all the time no matter what she sings. I personally think she has a great voice. As far as Jessica, she has a good voice and will do well, but I do not think she should be the winner after the judges have been routing for her from day 1....it makes me sick to hear the judges criticize the public vote, especially phoney JLo....unreal
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Get rid of lopez, randy and tyler and get some new judges who are not BIAS! My friends and I are getting really tired of Lopez' theatrics, Randy's ramblings and Tylers braindead, off color remarks. Also don't buy Ford vehicles who sponsor what use to be a fun, dynamic show. And last, but not least, get rid of the SAVES!! If a contestant, is "the best singer in America" over the American voters, then give them a singing contract right then and there. The rest of the season is worthless...
thrilled that this happen I thought the judges embarrassed themselves,this Is American Idol is it not so dissing Americas choice makes the judges look like fools, and they got what they deserved Jennifer always has a favorite and thinks she gets to choose the winner ~I think Jessica ends up leaving because of the rudeness of the Judges I really would not buy a cd of Jessicas anyways she is so unoriginal sounds like singers that are already out there why by a cd of someone who sounds just like whats already out there
Nice move judges, now all viewers know who American Idol is, so why go on with the show. Fox can fill in your slot with more episodes of Bones or whatever.
I think the judges are actually cruel to Holly, they humiliate her on national tv, how would they like to be judged like that. Jessica has a nice voice but its not unbelievably good. Well good for her this week but my heart goes out to Holly for the way they have treated her and how well she copes with their remarks. Shame on those judges and Jimmy so unfair to try to sway the votes to who they like.
Last night the judges did a huge disservice to Jessica. If she truly was the lowest vote getter, let her feel that and relish in it. Make her sing for her life. Don't shelter her, but rather challenge her to do even better and grow as a singer/performer. Disappointment is part of the journey, right? Contrary to what some may think, I happen to believe there is room for improvement! Come on, people! Last night was not about who could win or should win in anyone's opinion! Loyal AI fans are up in arms because of the blatant favortism that is clouding the judges comments and actions at this point in the show...with 7 contestants left...REALLY?!! And all the speculation that only young girls are voting for the two guys that weren't in the bottom three last night...just for the record, I am 43 years old and a big Colton fan. My husband and 18 year old son like Phil. My eleven year old son likes Joshua and my nine year old son is part of Team Colton as well. No tween girls in this house voting for the cutest guys...just five people who all have a favorite that they'd like to see become the next American Idol!
If Adele was competing, she'd probably not even make it this far. Thank goodness most of the winning Idols have faded away - even the brain-dead AI voters haven't been willing to put their money where they're voting fingers are and buy those albums.
This is why I cancelled recordings for American Idol!! The judges are all for the money not for these young great performers. I agree with Alexiss more Bones episodes and House!!! and Touch!!! or get some real professional judges who are going to do their job right. Hey Randy I'm truly amazed with your judging after so many years of experience!! I had so much respect for you!! COME ON DOG!!
This was definitely an anti judge vote. I quite honestly do not care if Hollie wins, but I voted 25 times for her! Steven and J-Lo were disrespectful to her after a decent performance of Pinks song. It was the first time I was moved to vote this year. I was extremely angry that J-Lo had the nerve to interrupt Jessica's song last night. Who does she think she is!?!
Steven's scripted comments after songs are getting weird. When he can't read his notes, he just repeats what J-Lo and Randy say.
Shape up judges, it is not about you.
I agree with Ralph. I voted at least 25 times for Holly and will continue to do so. These judges are rude bullies - especially Steven Tyler. After Holly sang Pink's song beautifully, Tyler's comment was so ignorant and this isn't the first week he's been ignorant to her. I think she isn't liked by the judges because she doesn't have an edge like Jessica and Elise. And now that the judges told America how to vote in the future I hope Holly or one of the other underdogs win.
she should have never been voted off because she had the most
strongest voice in the whole AMERICAN IDOL
wait i have one more thing to ask the judges
This was a complete manipulation by the Producers and it was definitely staged. The actual votes mean nothing on that show (there is even a disclaimer at the end of the credits that says as much). Last night was a real dagger in the show's heart. While the contestants are really strong this year, the show itself has been terrible. Really bad judging. JLo is the only one really trying. The constant attempts for drama (Colton vs. Phillip) - (are Skylar and Colton dating), etc. it's just embarrassingly bad. And last night was just the absolute worst. Putting that poor girl through that stress when we all know there is no way she got the lowest number of votes. The show is dead... dead show walking...
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I think people voted for their "favorites" as the judges often predict. I can understand saving Jessica, she is good, but the way Randy spoke, it was as if the rest had no chance of winning. The purpose of the show is that America gets the choice, not who Randy tells us to vote for. We have our favorties for different reasons and tastes. They all have a good chance of winning. Oh, by the way, I think Colton is going to win, he's not my "favorite", but he is the "idol" package.
Steven Tyler looks like he checked out weeks ago. He actually looks inconvenienced to be there.
Maybe they just don't like her.
It is so stranged why Jessica got voted off...First time
To be in the lowest three since AI this season started
And voted off right away??hmmm...sounds fishy!Jessica
Is amazingly talented and that kind of voice compared
To the rest of the contestants!I doubt it!
When the contestants did Pink's song, it reminded me of those moments in Brady Bunch movies where the kids suddenly sing while riding an escalator or something. To put up with doing something so ridiculous, all of these kids deserve a lot of success.
She deserved to be voted off last night.. She was horrible. It would be nice to see a young girl like Jessica singing an age appropriate song. She has a beautiful voice but looks and sound ridiculous singing the songs she sings....just sayin'
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Jessica is AMAZING and talented singer! I'm soooooo glad they saved her last night!! If they had"t i wouldn't watch American Idol Ever agian. It's already crazy that Pia got voted off last year i'm sooo glad she got saved!! And i don't think she looked or sounded ridiculous AT ALL!!!YOUR AN AMAZING SINGER JESSICA!!!!!!!!!!!!! I"M ROOTING 4 YOUI!!!!!!!=)<333
I'M SOOOOOOOOO GLAD JESSICIA GOT SAVED SHES AN AWESOME SINGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What is that guy Phillips still doing on the show he's such a jerk and has NO PERSONALITY WHAT SO EVER!!!!!!!!!! He acts like he doesn't want to be there!! And Colton?????????????? He shouldn't be on the show either he's an OK singer but he's no the best singer.. All the girls are voting for him because h'es cute! COME ON BOYS PICK UP YOUR PHONES AND VOTE FOR JESSICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!=)=)<3333
i just watched american idol wensday sklar shouldnt of gotten kicked off elise should have. in my opinon she run ined the lady gaga song you and i. she should have been the one voted off. it seemed to me like she tried to hard to sound like lady gaga. that song and her voice didnt get along thats my opinon.
Here are some general thoughts about the season so far. I think this season has weaker talent than in previous years, which could reflect a failure of either the judges or their pre-screeners in selecting talent. The show's format rewards contestants with solid, dedicated voting blocks, like Colton and Phillip, and Jessica has maxed out her voting block. She may have worked hard in developing her technical singing abilities, but she hasn't learned to connect emotionally with either her song or her audience. Even when Ryan asked her what she thought of being in the bottom three, she said "nothing, really". You're a singer and you feel nothing at that moment? Music is a venue through which singers express their own emotional truths, and the really talented ones learn how to take their audience along on that journey. Jessica, for whatever reason, doesn't do that, and that's why people don't vote for her.
I think the 2 people most likely to be in the finals will be Colton and Phillip. They are the easiest to listen to.
I don't think Skylar will make it in country. It is very competitve and she has a lot of room for improvement. Elise is too old and dowdy. She would be a good back up singer, not a strong enough voice. All of the female singers scream and screech too much, and they are very choleric. I don't know, if that is JLo"s preferance...in the prescreening process. None of the contestants are as good as the top 4 were last year. Haley did a much better version of the You and I song. Jessica would have been more popular 20 years ago. She seems very old and dated in her musicality. She is a different version of Pia. Very plain vanilla and boring. She has a lot of disconnect with the viewers. She is young but looks ancient in her clothes, she is singing at people instead of too people. She is noticeably over the top performing in a disconcerting , harsh kind of way. Since I don't like screaming, screechy, pitchy songs the season overall translates to a very weak line up. Its one of my least favorite seasons, the contrast from last year is very stark.
I think the results are quite unfortunate with seasons of white males dominating while doing noting noteworthy in performance at all. The save was well used this season for a deserving contestant, and the only other contestant deserving of the save is Joshua.
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Just caught up on American Idol this week and I am disappointed in the American Idol judges. They appear to be telling us how to vote and I don't believe that is right. You can't say that Jessica is one of the best singers in America and then say America you need to vote for the best (Randy Jackson). The judges got to pick the top 24, so now its our turn to vote. They can give us their opinion but that doesn't mean everyone is going to agree with them. The top 7 are good there is a lot of talent. Sooner or later people are going get voted off until you have just one. The judges are just delaying the inevitable, because Jessica will be voted off. She is good but young and definitely not the best on the show. She needs to learn to control her voice and sing to America and the people who she wants to vote for her. But in all reality with this show it seems the winner's don't amount to much with the exception of a few, its always the runner ups or one's within the group that seem to go somewhere. So we just have to wait and see but "LET AMERICA VOTE" who they want.
American idol gave hope to thousands, if not millions, of potential singers at a shot of stardom. I know of at least 7present young contestants that had that dream prematurely shatter by bias and just being horse and mule mix...get the message judges?
Agree with Jamie, not the best season, needs an overhaul. Thank goodness for TIVO, I can fast forward the judges comments
This is especially directed to Jessica. You may have a point that the judges (namely Randy) should have used discretion in demanding that America choose the best. However, Randy has a valid point. It seems that over the past seasons, America has done a pretty lousy job of picking proper winners for the show. It is absolutely disgusting that time and time again singers who are indeed the cream of the crop get tossed aside by zealots and fanatics of less talented artists. Thank God that the talented alumni of the show who don't end up as the eventual winners are picked up the music industry because America has thrown away some real gems in the past. In fact, I am just going to come out and say it. Being crowned an American Idol winner has become a curse not a novelty. JHud here's looking at you girl!
Jessica Sanchez is talented, poised and can wear Hilfinger disigner clothes beautiflly But she totally lacks the " IT FACTOR" . She does not come across as very likable and is very off-turning. Whiles she has many who tweet about her , many post are unflattering. Her vote count is only a fraction of what Scotty McCreery was receiving at this stage in the game. She can win American Idol but she won't be the hugh success that Mecreery has become.
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Well America must have been listening tonight an Colton bites the dust.He just had this radical way of going from low to this extremely high an sometime people could not hear some parts of the song an josh an jessica has that same problem as to some parts of the song therefore is hard to hear all of the vocals which takes away from their performance an to me that is one of Eliese high points, I really don't know what those judges
is doing by always cutting her down an she should have never been in the bottom three as much as she has
thursday april 19th
that was not a shoker she suck too bad the dumb judges had to saver her
People are so gullible. No way Jessica received the lowest votes based on internet activity, they didn't even have a double elimination the following week. The save was completely planned drama,
I really think that America Voted wrong. Joshua Ledet show definitely be in the top 2.
I am Jessica's fan.pls America please................................dont be racist,vote for her.She is a Bomb,great singer.pls pass my greetings to her.Luv u gal.South Africa.
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