The first part of the American Idol Finale last night was shocking. After wowing the judges and the rest of America the last 3 months, David Cook was - Mediocre.
He wasn't bad, but he wasn't himself. Meanwhile, David Archuletta was on top of his game, performing 'molten hot', as Randy Jackson would say.
I believe David Cook was throwing the competition. He was clearly not living up to his prior performances, was deferent to David A. in body language throughout the show, and made horrible song choices for the two he had some control over.
And why not? Some of the biggest winners of Idol have lost. Aiken & Daughtry most significantly. With David Cook often compared to rocker Chris Daughtry, many thought he would win because Daughtry did not. But Cook knows with victory comes responsibility. He's beholden to Idol, and their often poorly produced first albums. Haven't heard much from Jordin Sparks or Mr. Soul Patrol, have we? And if Ruben Studdard didn't perform on Idol, where else would he sing?
Cook's best chance is to go it alone, and keep greater creative control. At 26, he's far readier to go be an instant success than David A., who will greatly benefit from the guidance of the Idol Machine.
David Cook knows he's the American Idol. But he's willing to sacrifice the title for a tremendous career. By throwing the title, his New Foot Smell will be an amazing first album, and a sold out concert tour.
Could you do the same?
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I completely agree. I've been saying this for a few weeks now. He had some "molten hot" weeks and then about 2/3rds of the way through I started to sense he was pulling back. I'm glad he probably won't win - he's too talented to benefit from the title and the manufactured, sugar-pop albums that are forced upon the winners.
Weeell, I guess we were wrong. But I'm ok with that. He has the potential for the longest career and the most all-around talent. I'm just really, really hoping that they don't make him sing more of those sappy, uplifting ballads and at least TRY to tap-into his base appeal/style. Yes, I'm the eternal optimist.
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