 As we close out another season of American Idol, it’s a great time to reminisce and review the moments that made this year unforgettable.
Last night, the AI faithful gathered one last time for our grand finale. We enjoyed girl talk, lots of yummy food (how many brownies can one girl-fest contain? Apparently at least 4 different kinds.), and lots of anticipation right up until the moment the results were verified and the winner was announced. Just for the record, I want to assure you: I called it. David won! I am 2-for-2 on the week. Yay me!
So last night we heard from legends of the music industry:Â Donna Summer, Bryan Adams, ZZ Top, and these guys:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqzF3YL8laM[/youtube]
Bless your heart, James Lewis.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsvtIN5tWM8[/youtube]
Who doesn’t love the Birdman? Especially when he comes complete with cheerleaders and a marching band! It’s a party!
But, alas, poor Birdman. He didn’t even make it to Hollywood. And David Cook did. He came, he saw, he conquered. In his honor, I offer these three performances as three standout moments for him.
First, this performance. The judges didn’t like it, but I did. I kind of thought it had a Journey-esque sound and feel to it. Even though it wasn’t his best performance, I felt like he really got caught up in the moment and it showed not only his emotional side, but also captured the essence of who he is.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqZ4WekXMlo[/youtube]
His final performance – not great, but gosh he was so emotional it was hard for him to even get through it. In the mixing room it will sound much better. Get ready to hear the smash hit of the summer. Too bad it won’t be released in time for high school graduations this year.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qgUMuXFYtA&feature=related[/youtube]
But this is the performance that did it for me this season. And THIS, my friends, is the reason I believe David Cook is our new American Idol:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpX-kndqHnE[/youtube]
Yeah you called it alright , haha and the brownie feast was great, good chocolate and great friends that’s what makes a great party hope to keep seeing you take care and have a great summer