Our worst fears were recognized on the “American Idol” results show last night. Brandon Rogers, one of the better male singers in the competition, was sent packing while Sanjaya held on for at least another week. I’m quite fearful that the idiots voting for this non-talent are going to keep him in it for several painful weeks. Nothing other than a joke explains it, because anyone who has ears that work should know the truth, and the judges even battered this kid on Tuesday.
Oh well, that’s why they play the games, and part of the game is having America take control from here.
The show started with a group sing of a Diana Ross song, and it was predictably dripping with processed cheese. Then it was on to business. Lakisha and Gina were declared safe, and then Brandon was sent to the bottom 3. Jordin, Chris Richardson and Melinda were then safe. Melinda got a huge ovation from the studio audience, confirming my belief that she is the frontrunner.
Then Phil was sent to the bottom 3 before Chris Sligh, Stephanie and Blake were sent back to safety. That left Sanjaya and Haley.
But before the announcement, we were treated to an ageless Diana Ross performing “Love You More Today than Yesterday” from her new album of classics.
Then, Haley was sent back to safety, and I’m convinced it’s only because Simon suddenly gave her props. Way to go, Cowell. You apparently were mesmerized by Haley’s legs on Tuesday and paid no attention to her vocal.
So it was Sanjaya, Phil and Brandon in the bottom 3. Phil was sent back, and then I got nervous, because I don’t trust the American voters. And my fears were realized and Ryan Seacrest sent Sanjaya back to safety and wished Brandon luck on his journey home.
I can’t say Brandon didn’t disappoint in the last few weeks, but if you take this competition for what it is, a SINGING competition, then you see where I’m going with this…..Sanjaya does not belong here anymore. Oh well, no sense crying over spilled curry. For Brandon, good luck….you’re going to have a nice career regardless of the outcome, and I think you know it.
To the rest of you, get your dialing fingers ready to vote for everyone by Sanjaya next week if you know what’s good for you, and for all of our ears.
