I swore I’d never live-blog American Idol. I have been live commenting on Resurrection Song’s AI posts for *ahem* years now, and we like our little thing we’ve got going.
See, there’s one little problem tonight.
My benevolent blogfather, the notorious World Wide Rant, well….he killed his blog two days ago. This is not cool for several large reasons.
One: He’s the reason I’ve had this blog for so long. He inspired me, yo.
Two: He’s the first blogger to have ever quite literally made me pee my pants laughing.
Three: Who will cover the Far Right Conservative Blogosphere now? And by cover, I mean stalk and haunt and make them regret every single unresearched, poorly written post? Andy was Captain Atheist Libertarian! (Let’s come up with a costume for him, k? With tights. And hellfire.)
Four: He was the yin to David’s Yang, AI speaking. David just rips all the contestants to shreds; Andy did it with a a little slice of lust.
Also, I swore of American Idol. This year is a disgrace to whatever it is American Idol stands for, which is a disgrace in it’s own right, but a damn amusing one. I have had to to *here* with that stupid ass show. Incidentally, I wrote it off the day Michael Johns got sent home. Just sayin’. I’d have that boy’s babies anyday.
Anyway, in a sad attempt at eulogizing my very favorite blog on these here internets, in a farewell post to the best sort of friend you could ever hope to find on the other side of a computer screen, I give you my first (and hopefully last) American Idol Live Blog.
Well, a month or so later, Ryan Seacrest still makes me want to hit people. Moving on…
Funny, that. There’s only four of them left, and two of them were my least favorites. I was so very wrong about one of them. David Cook, I am sorry I talked smack about you. You are the new….wait, what? Hungry Like the Wolf? I take it all back. That song is only okay when I’m wearing a halter top, drinking shots of something god-awful and making out with some random dude in a bathroom of a smoky club with black paint on the walls.
I just threw up in my mouth a little bit aside: Isn’t it illegal for Paula to talk dirty in most states?
Syesha Mercado has very nice teeth. Oooo, shoulders, too. I wasn’t too sure about the slow start to the song, but yeah…I think this is her first performance that I’ve ever L.O.V.E.D. That girl can sing.
I’m apologizing to my husband in advance aside: I suddenly wish I was more into chicks. Da-yum. That hip thing kinda made stuff tingle.
You know, I’ve only ever personally known one girl with dreads, and they didn’t look good on her, either. Why do women think they can cover Bob Marley? You need WAY more testosterone to pull off I Shot the Sheriff than she has. This is just awful. I have been waiting for months for this girl to get sent home. Did she do some internet porn or something?
That’s weird, aside: If you’re pregnant, and it’s a girl, don’t name her Jason Castro. It’s just mean.
David Archuleta is going to be the best Curly McLain that his high school’s musical theatre department has ever seen. Thing is, he can totally sing. We all know that. But once his balls drop, will he still be able to? Stand By Me is just one of those songs I think you have to be a grown up to sing. He sang it really well, of course, but I can’t say he sold it.
Barley Legal Aside: The night when he sang Another Day in Paradise? I sort of wanted to make out with him a little. I’m still working through that.
David Cook, part two. He really did clean up nicely, didn’t he? I am going to preface with the statement that the 1970’s cranked out my favorite music. Ever. EVER. David just did that song better than The Who could have ever hoped to. Peter, Roger, John and Keith are crying in their beers right now. I wouldn’t just buy that single, I’d hang his poster over my bed and kiss it every night with pink lipstick.
I brought this on myself aside: Don’t everyone else’s kids go to bed at, like, 7:30 or something? Mine haven’t even showered yet. Someone shoot me.
Before she says one word, um, NO NO. Sam Cooke is too good for you. Now, let’s see if I’m right…..
Yep.
That last note wasn’t half bad, though.
This is going to hurt aside: While I typed that up there, my three kids ate one ENTIRE package of double chocolate chip cookies. At 8:44 pm. Calgon, take me away.
Fashion advice from a frump aside: Boobies aren’t actually supposed to look like melons. Might wanna tell your seamstress.
Hey Mr Tambourine Man! Now THAT song sounds pretty okay when a chick totally forgets the lyrics to a timeless song that even Spanish Only speaking illegal immigrants in American know every fucking word to. IN ENGLISH. Tsk tsk, Ms. Jason Castro.
Useless trivia aside: The other song that you can walk into any bar in any far off corner of the world, throw it on in the jukebox, and every person in that bar could sing the whole thing word for word? In English? No matter what the native language is? Tiny Dancer. Try it.
Oh David Archuleta, thank you so much for making every 14 year old girl (and about 1/8 of the 18 year old boy demographic) fall in love with The King. Elvis loves you, and you’re going to heaven.
Personal Aside: David reminds me of Hot Gay Russell. Wouldn’t you agree, 10 of you who know Hot Gay Russell?
*I think that might be a song or something.
Kindly linked by Primordial Slack, Is This Blog On?, and Resurrection Song.






Sizzle
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 3:26Isn’t it illegal for Paula to talk dirty in most states?
Ha! It should be.
I am watching AI right now and wondering why I am bothering. I can’t even bring myself to like Syesha because she is such an egomaniac.
Jen-The Mom
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 3:37I’ve never watched Idol…but now i’m kinda curious…stuff tingling…into chicks…must.find.out. ;)
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rachel
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 3:55I haven’t watched it yet… I have it DVR’d.
now you are making me want to stay up late and watch.
I totally dissed David C at first. He now has my heart and my vote.
I adore David A, but think he needs more years.
Syesha… eh.
Jason… seriously, wth is he still doing here?
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Natalie
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 3:56“But once his balls drop, will he still be able to? ”
And you just made me pee a little.
Loralee
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 3:56You are blogging about American Idol? ET TU, BRUTUS?????
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Kate
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 4:14* Yes, it’s a song. Track 6 on The Killers Hot Fuss album to be exact.
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zombyboy
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 4:14Hilarious. Beautiful. You should do this more often.
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Jeremy (Discovering Dad)
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 5:15You’ve got issues! I’m really jealous though – I haven’t watched a single episode of AI this year. Now, I feel completely caught up though, so I’m good.
Jeremy (Discovering Dad)’s last blog post..Spotlight On Dads Series Summary (So far)
Shamelessly Sassy
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 6:45I want to lick David Cook’s face so hard.
Shamelessly Sassy’s last blog post..Feigning An Itch
the planet of janet
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 7:23i missed it tonight … but i do have to say that david c can eat crackers in my bed any time….
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Audubon Ron
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 10:04I’m still having primals over Brooke White leaving.
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Mindy
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 12:59blah, american idol. i don’t have the attention span for it.
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HRH
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 13:19I was very disturbed by the melon boobs/upside down triangle dress thingy.
HRH’s last blog post..Greatest rivalries of all time…
Kat
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 13:35okay…if I haven’t said it before, I am saying it now…YOU FREAKING ROCK!!! How in the hell do you say everything I think??!!!
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Kori
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 14:11Hm, I am SO lost here; don’t watch TV at all, so I have totally missed all this American Idol wave, LOL. :)
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christy
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 14:12I missed last night.
Jason Castro tried to sell my daughter weed in the girls restroom last semester, though, I think, so she’s on my shit list.
DC? He’s from the motherland, Missouri!
The other two are Broadway bound (and Archuleta is Broadway bound and gagged in many chorus boys’ fantasies……)
christy’s last blog post..Easy Rider or Hell’s Angel?
SherE1
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 14:55Although I’ve been DVR-ing American Idol, I haven’t actually watched for awhile coz it’s been SUCKING lately. Thanks for the run-down! That was hilarious! I might have to at least watch this one, if only to hear Archuleta sing something from Elvis. I’ve been in love with The King since I was a wee child!
SherE1’s last blog post..Smoke On!
Carin
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 16:43I’m thinking Clay Aikon is DYING to get to know David Archuletta. Bound and gagged chorus-boy indeed.
Carin’s last blog post..Out and About WTF
Nathan of Brainfertilizer Fame
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 16:52Keith won’t. He’s dead, you see.
I think his mistake was agreeing to do session work with Spinal Tap, or something…
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Matt
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 18:01Have to admit, this is one of the funniest posts I have read in a long time. The Jason Castro bits had me laughing out loud. I have been an American Idol watcher since the first season and can honestly say this one will be my last. They all….just…..suck.
David C is OK….his Billie Jean a couple of weeks ago was actually a really good cover…I’d download it. But then he went and said that he finds his arrangements on the internet, so I guess he’s NOT so original.
Syesha has a good voice, but I always feel like she’s phoning it in. Just basically waiting to be eliminated so she can do a spread in Maxim.
David Archuleta is getting old…not in age obviously. I get really uncomfortable watching him sometimes. Its like watching Bob Dole singing Al Green. There’s just nothing there.
Finally, your favorite, Jason. AAAARRRRRGGGGHHH! The fact that he’s still on the show makes me feel like punching a wall. And his lame shy-boy act is wearing thing. Frankly he seems a bit cocky and arrogant to me now, especially when he floats by on his looks each night. When he releases a CD I will wait for it to go on sale, then not buy it.
Lastly, I am sick of AI buzzwords. Randy or Simon will use some jargon, then they will all use it for the rest of the season, I.E.- Made it your own, false, pitchy, watch it back, now Paula’s new one from last night “Package”. Don’t know why, this just bothers me.
I’m hijacking this post, but I can’t help it.
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Jenni
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 18:42Who needs to watch the show? Your commentary was hilarious. Although the articles I’ve been reading about Paula’s mental issues are making me want to watch…
Jenni’s last blog post..By The Numbers
April
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 21:43I was busy on the computer and just had AI on in the background. I heard nothing that compelled me to get up and actually watch.
April’s last blog post..Terrible Tuesday – Vanity
Marge
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 23:51A little advice from one closet AI watcher to another – you’re not supposed to admit it, sweetie. Outwardly, you must denounce this evil American propaganda and scoff at the evil it represents.
That being said, I’ve been a bit sour since Amanda was spurned in favor of ukulele boy. I mean, WTF?
BusyDad
Wednesday, 7 May, 2008 at 23:57I never watched AI, and I have no idea what you are critiquing. But I still read/laughed. It’s a gift, this thing you have.
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Chris
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 1:20I’ve refused to watch Idol for the last two years. But someone thought it was cool to sing a Phil Collins’ tune? That guy should win on principle.
Chris’s last blog post..Reach Out and Google Someone
imaginary binky
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 3:09I completely gave up after that delicious Australian was booted. Besides, it’s no fun to make fun of AI by myself if Phil isn’t around. We love to point and laugh, while Amos starts crooning along to the songs. Ah, family night.
imaginary binky’s last blog post..Suri likes the ladybugs
mn
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 3:56Chris – i ditto. I love Phil Collins’ songs. He rocks.
After watching American Idol since the time my son was born six and a half years ago when we had a home and were just starting out our family, and watching it for like three years in a row, we gave it up bc we realized, WE WILL NEVER GET THAT TIME BACK! SERIOUSLY PEOPLE. WALK AWAY FROM THE LIGHT :)
I think the last one we seriously watched was taylor hicks one. back in 05 i believe. and i’m glad. i don’t miss it a bit.
It got ridiculous that they had it on like three times a week and us stupid Americans were falling for staying home for two hours on any evening hook, line and sinker. sorry, just saying that’s all. got nothing against people who watch it.
i do like tv, just don’t want to be a slave to it. eh, so i’ve become a slave to eh…my computer. but this is really important stuff see…
Maria
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 5:48Jason Castro was cayoot.
Neil
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 7:01There’s no reason to watch American Idol anymore. I’ll just read about it here.
Neil’s last blog post..They Paved Paradise
Ree
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 15:36I’ve never seen AI … but between you (if you decide to keep live-blogging it) and You-Tube, I think I could actually figure out who’s who. ;-)
And for you, you know I would.
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Momo Fali
Thursday, 8 May, 2008 at 16:15You’d have to fight me for Michael Johns. He wants me, he just doesn’t know it. You can have that litle Archuletta kid. I have a feeling you could teach him a thing or two.
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