Is the Fix in For Archuleta?

David Archuleta could fart and the "A.I." judges would say bravo.


Davie boy was pretty good last night, but really, it's as if the judges were preprogrammed to drool over him regardless of what he did. They didn't cream over Kelly Clarkson the way they did with David, and no offense, but he eats her dust.

"Idol" has its mitts on the recording contracts of the winners. So is this about talent, or that David is more commercial and has a longer shelf life? We're just askin'.....

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76. The lizard boy and his Daddy Dearest seriously need to go. Far, far, far away. I have not been able to tolerate the kid from the get-go and every time he stands up there and does his, "aww shucks" shrug and says (in the WORST fake reaction I've ever seen) "thank you SO MUCH!!", I feel my stomach flip. UGH UGH UGH!!

David Cook, on the other hand, is brilliant and I love him!

Posted at 1:55PM on May 7th 2008 by Opinionated

77. David Archuleta does deserve the praise he is receiving, he is the best American Idol to hit the stage. His style of music isn't my favorite, but he has won this music lover over 100%. David Archuleta for the Season 7 title!!

Posted at 1:44AM on May 8th 2008 by Chris

78. Mula is mula. Good for them, but Miley still doesn't have any talent. Another annoying tween who will be gone in a year or two.

Posted at 1:57PM on May 7th 2008 by Daryl

79. David sings: NOW IT'S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE TO ALL OUR COMPANY
M-I-C K-E-Y

WHY?

Posted at 1:59PM on May 7th 2008 by Muahahahhaha!

80. David Cook is the only idol that should be guaranteed the win. He is the only one with ACTUAL star quality. He is a talented musician with an AMAZING voice. DA plays the same type of music EVERY week. He takes no risks and his performances are ALL boring. The Jonas Brothers are more exciting than he is. It's not fair that the judges cut DA slack but contestants like Jason that do what fits him, they are always telling him that they want him to take more risks. DA singing another song that can be played in a retirement community is not a risk!
If DA wins, I will never watch AI again and it will prove that this show is RIGGED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 2:00PM on May 7th 2008 by Ashley

81. BECAUSE WE DON'T LIKE YOU!

Posted at 2:01PM on May 7th 2008 by Muahahahhaha!

82. Archuleta can sing some songs on the new soundtrack for Cinderella 5.

Posted at 2:03PM on May 7th 2008 by Marge

83. Last night during his interview and video clip he appeared mildly retarded! I never have been able to relate to him as a performer and I've always preferred the more solid "rock" type contestants... he's just a good voice with nothing more to add to the package. The judges are off base in their unabashed praise of him. In a twist I never thought I'd admit, Syesha WAS AMAZING! WOW. I'm still pissed Carly is gone.

Posted at 2:03PM on May 7th 2008 by Bill

84. And let's all hope Miley invests her Disney money wisely. Once she grows-up and the 12-13 year olds are over her, I bet she will be hard pressed to make big money just as a singer. Her success is the result of the Disney marketing machine, not her amazing singing voice. I see the same fate ahead for the boring Archuleta.

Posted at 2:05PM on May 7th 2008 by PeachGirl

85. He could play Maria in West Side Story and sing I Feel Pretty.

Posted at 2:05PM on May 7th 2008 by Steveoh

86. I HOPE THIS BOY DOESNT WIN, CAUSE WHAT IVE READ ABOUT HIS FATHER BEING SUCH A TYRANT..IF HE WINS,,
THAT GUY IS GONNA WORK HIM TO DEATH & HE'LL TURN OUT LIKE THE REST OF THOSE CHILD "STARS"..HE'S
TOO YOUNG FOR THAT MUCH ADULATION AND APPARENTLY HIS FATHER RUNS HIS BOY LIKE A CORPORATION.
HOW SAD..I LIKE SYEESHA...SHE KILLED LAST NITE WITH THE SAM COOKE SONG..

Posted at 2:07PM on May 7th 2008 by lizouttavegas

87. He can play Pinocchio in the touring stage show after Idol, and his father can still pull his strings.

Posted at 2:12PM on May 7th 2008 by Laurel

88. So when they are praising Cook, like they've been for the last several weeks, it's not rigged. When DA gives 2 very solid performances with superb vocals in one night, and the judges call it as it is, it's rigged. If you don't get what DA is all about, it's too bad for you because there are plenty of people who do. And BTW, I am not a tween/teen and I voted 2 hours.

Posted at 9:17PM on May 7th 2008 by Me2

89. Tap dance for us Davey Boy. I will throw some coins into the hat.

Posted at 2:15PM on May 7th 2008 by Ben

90. Funny, MTV.com has a totally different review of last night. They actually thought David blew away the competition. But then again, they know music, and TMZ knows nothing. BTW, why is it okay for the judges to pimp Cook week after week? Even going as far as saying "I believe I'm looking at the next American Idol" (Paula last week) Considering David Archuleta has the best voice in this competition, he deserves to win. I am giving him ALL my votes for 2 hours straight. Don't underestimate the power of the Arch Angels people. They are NOT just teeenagers. Don't even think for a second you are going to take away Archuleta's thunder, TMZ. Music is running through his veins. This kid is a STAR!

Posted at 2:16PM on May 7th 2008 by Brookeabcdefg

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