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Posted by: Marie | May 23, 2008 at 07:36 PM

It was clearly, I believe, a manipulation. This winning by David Cook is a top convoluted orchestration by the American Idol’s management to have a rocker win this year, for a change. Whether the rocker is worthy or not, which I believe it was the later, David Cook had to be declared the winner. Yes, Simon had been promoting in all tv talk shows that David Cook was going to win, and it would be a shame on his part if Cook did not. Simon is Simon. He had to be right even if he was wrong. And no matter what the people will say, AI had to do something, up to the extent of rigging the votes, cheating per se. At the beginning of the final show, Ryan Seacrest announced the 90+ million votes and the ratio between the winner and the loser. So, they already knew at the very start of the final show the result and yet at the end of the show when it was time to reveal who won, an independent auditor came, brought a sealed envelope, what a hoax, an insult to the integrity of the viewers. Who knows, the telephone lines for David Cook remained open longer that David Archuleta’s! Who knows, the said 12 million differential was a made-up numbers, not real. Anything is possible. My feeling suggests strongly that it was so. Just so AI plans all along since the beginning of the season to crown a rocker will become a reality. I believe it was all orchestrated and AI did it so wisely. When the news about Jeff Archuleta came out that he was no longer allowed to join at the backstage, there were so many nasty articles that came out bashing and maligning the guy. And the origin of the news exactly came from an AI staff, which anonymously squealed it. How come AI management did not even reprimand that staff for spreading the gossip, which was exactly against their policy. AI management has the moral responsibility to the people, they could have apologized to the people for the action of their very own staff doing the talking, while contestants and their guardians were forbidden to. But no, AI management did not even apologized, nor announced they were handling the matter internally with the staff. They did not do anything. clearly, that was part of AI plans to put down negatively the Archuletas which will have an upside positive effect to Cook. That was all planned, people. AI can be deceitful as they can and hook or by crook will do anything and everything just so their plans will at the end materialize. Poor David Archuleta, he was defeated by fraud.

Posted by: Unprecedented | May 23, 2008 at 07:54 PM

I am crazy about David Cook! He is the reason I watched AI this season. ‘Hello’ was the song that got it all started for me. I love his voice and can’t believe how talented he is. I do believe America got it right. I was so upset with Simon’s comments that I voted 50 or 60 times. My husband made fun of me… and when I cried with DC at the end of the show, he made fun of me.

I think Simon was using reverse psychology by building DA up more. He knew DA fans would vote more than DC fans, so he drove DC fans to the phone. I heard he had been on talk shows saying that Cook would win. I also saw the wink he gave DC.

I can’t wait to buy David Cook’s CD!!!!

Posted by: Jean Ann | May 23, 2008 at 08:08 PM

Archuletta has the singer’s voice; Cook has the wrongheaded Cougars all twitching in their capri pants. It’s a singing competition - and don’t tell me about the romantic “Idol” crapola. That’s just a marketing device.

Cowell knows you got it wrong. The show is a vehicle for real singers to be acknowledged, not your next hot flash fantasy.

Posted by: cluephone | May 23, 2008 at 08:27 PM

While David Cook is talented and can certainly ROCK and come up with fly beats, David Archuletta is soooooooooo talented and is not by far the LOSER of anything. It was certainly a hard decision and Im not saying America got it right but they didnt get it wrong either. This was a WIN-WIN situation for all of us because no matter the vote count, both of these guys will have AMAZING careers and I cant wait till both of their albums come out…oh and Clyde Davis, if you reading this, I know you promised a contract to David Cook (and he deserves it) You must consider giving one to David Archuletta as a wise business decision because he is going to make some company Millions because we love him too and will buy his sooooo heart felt lyrics anytime. Good luck boys!!!!

Posted by: TEXAS FLAMINGO | May 23, 2008 at 09:41 PM

I think it is quite possible that Simon pumped up David A and put down David C to ensure that Cook’s fans would be highly motivated to vote and Archuletta’s might be lulled into complacency. Cowell had said weeks earlier that he personally like David Cook better than David A.

This is the first year I have watched this show and it is the last. American Idol lacks integrity (as does Fox). The young contestants were the true shining spirits of the show. I loved all of them for getting out there and giving themselves so generously. Both of the Davids are remarkable young men of character. They were both a joy. Did anyone else remark to themselves how these two beautiful spirits carried a whole different consciousness than the the old “me against you” mentality that the producers demonstrated in trying to cast the contest as a fight. It was delightful how flat that fell because the Davids were doing something entirely different. Neither was in a competition in any way except to give the best they had. Neither seemed focused on “winning” in the sense of besting the other. Simn’s remark about having to hate your enemy to win was amusing and incongrous in terms of those two.

Posted by: Mary | May 23, 2008 at 09:52 PM

i think america has got it right ,,,David Cook is a deserving winner ,,and David A has an amzing voice with a gifted talent …both are simly awesome in their own ways …congrtulations!!!!! cant wait for their albums to be released …

Posted by: tina | May 23, 2008 at 09:58 PM

First of all I am happy for David Cook. Your Awesome. Though I still wanted David Archuleta to win. Cause he has a great voice. But then again both Davids have great voices. David Cook and David Archuleta I can’t wait til your albums come out. So good luck with your albums!

Posted by: Kelly Marie | May 23, 2008 at 10:13 PM

I definitely think Simon was using reverse psychology Tuesday night, it was his way of getting the David C. fans to vote more. I have even talked to ones that had not even been voting before, and they were upset that Simon said the things he did ,so they grabbed their phones and started voting for David C. Simon even told Jay Leno on Monday night that he wanted David C. to win. So his plan worked . In my opinion they were both really good Tuesday night and I knew it was not nearly as one sided as the judges try to make it seem. For me , I dearly love David A. and I can’t wait to buy his music, but my daughter can’t wait for David Cookes music to come out, I voted for David A. because that is my style of music, but I think they both are really great at singing their own style. I wish them both the best and hope they have great careers,and don’t let stardom ruin their lives.

Posted by: smart grandma | May 23, 2008 at 10:19 PM

In the beginning, I liked David A. and didn’t care for David Cook. As the contest went on, I got tired of David A.’s voice always sounding the same (gloomy). I also got tired of hearing him gasp for breath after every verse. I grew to love everything about David Cook. He is very smart and he sang every song wonderfully. Now I can’t get enough of David Cook. I made a DVD out of David Cook, Michael Johns, Jason Castro, Brooke White, and a few others. This is the first time I liked so many contestants. I can watch them over and over.

Posted by: Donna | May 23, 2008 at 10:25 PM

Congrats, a million congrats to David Cook for winning the “Idol”. Many love vibes from your fans in Malaysia going out to you. To our darling Archuleta, even more love vibes pulsating through to you. This is just another step towards you dreams. Looking forward to seeing you both perform live and hopefully soon in Malaysia!

Love you both Lots!

From all of us “Idol” fans in Malaysia

P/S: Drop by Sarawak instead!!

Posted by: J.Gabrielle | May 23, 2008 at 10:30 PM

Wow, I’m just so glad it came down to the two David’s… Honestly, I didn’t care who won, because they both deserved to win just as much as the other. I respect them both, and I can’t wait until July 2 when they’re coming to San Diego!

Posted by: Tisa | May 23, 2008 at 11:32 PM

NO SURPRISE HERE!!! I KNEW DAVID COOK WOULD WIN! DAVID A SEEMED TO BE LIVING HIS FATHERS DREAM AND NOT HIS OWN. I THINK AMERICA SAW SOME OF THAT ALSO. I KNOW DAVID A WILL BE SUCCESSFUL BUT MAYBE IT WAS IN THE CARDS FOR HIM NOT TO WIN. HE IS VERY YOUNG AND MAYBE THE FAME WOULD HAVE BEEN TOO MUCH FOR HIM. CONGRATULATIONS DAVID COOK!!!! I’M VERY EXCITED FOR YOU! ENJOY YOUR CLAIM TO FAME!!!! YOU CERTAINLY DESERVE IT!!!

Posted by: DANIELLE | May 24, 2008 at 12:02 AM

Young David A. is a one of kind treasure, his voice is very unique and mesmerizing. His extremely youthful appearance is in direct contrast to the mature way he handles himself, always sincere, humble & respectful of others. Yet this gifted & unassuming 17 yr old kid is very ambitious, driven & inspirational. You can’t help but love him.

David C. is also impressive and it’s touching to see the genuine friendship they’ve formed in midst of the manipulative and tainted showbiz world of AI.

Posted by: Winnie | May 24, 2008 at 12:26 AM

David Archuleta inspired me in so many ways. You can see the pureness and innocence in his beautiful hazel eyes. He may only be 17, but he presented himself in a very sophisticated and mature manner. He is a great singer, you can feel the love he has for music in every one of his songs. I love you David, your voice inspires me to love life! You are the winner in my heart.

Posted by: meg | May 24, 2008 at 01:27 AM

Cook had me hooked from the first time that I heard his voice. I am so happy for him and I am sure that he will someday be a legend.

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