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Simon was on the Good Day L.A. program this morning, and he said that after reviewing the tapes of this week's performances, he saw something in Scott's performance that he didn't notice watching it live. Using my own words, I'll try to capture what Simon was getting at. There's an almost plaintive quality to Scott's singing. He appeals to the audience to look past his unattractive exterior to the person inside. Apparently, this is touching a chord in millions of people.

This is exactly why I like Scott. When he sings, he looks like he is really emotionally in touch with the song. The songs he choses always have special meaning for him and he sings them from the heart.

Even if he doesn't sound as good, there is always an emotional connection that touches me.

That's why I get so upset at people judging his appearance. What difference should that make when it comes right down to it?

I also wonder if all the Scott bashers because of his arrest will do the same thing to Bo. Somehow I doubt it.

I also wonder if all the Scott bashers because of his arrest will do the same thing to Bo. Somehow I doubt it.

We must be on the same wave length. I, too doubt it. I also agree with those that have commented on Paula's behavior last night. What she did was very unprofessional. I think her behavior is what led Simon to say what he did about Scott. I think Scott got a few sympathy votes because of the pack your suitcase comment as well. People don't want these judges trying to steer them to their votes.

You've hit on it exactly about Scott. All of the others seem somehow a little plastic and not as real.

Bo is a rocker because, frankly, he doesn't have the voice for anything else. What Bo does, he does well, but really he's nothing special.

Constantine has the better voice, but he reminds me of Justin Guarini from the first season -- all show and no heart. More than anything, I think that's why he got the boot.

Vonzell and Carrie remind me more of Miss America contestants doing the obligatory talent segment. Anthony is the same as the two girls, except from a male perspective.

Only Scott brings a true sense of his heart -- and his pain -- to his music. Is he the most talented? Heck no. Should he have gone before Constantine? Sure. Will he likely have a career after AI? The odds are against him. But he does bring an honesty to his music that seems to touch a chord in many people.