Whoever selected Kris’s song didn’t do him any favors. Weak.
Are we surprised that Simon Fuller was trying to give Adam the upper hand?
I totally agree. the selection could have been much more conducive to style. There is no question Adam wins hands down as to who is a better "singer," meaning who can hit the notes, in key. However, Kris kicks Adams ass all over the stage when it comes down to artistry. Arranging a song. Making it what it's supposed to be. Adam doesn't even get or come close in this aspect part at all. Just as Kris can't touch Adam's vocal range.
I know Simon has said this is a singing competition, but I disagree with him, it's an American IDOL contest which covers a whole range of artist aspects including "popularity."
Yes, Kris performance was weak if you were looking for Adam's style, but it was great for Kris' style! For the genre Kris will be attempting to cover in his music career he is going to out sell Adam I think. Why, because he understands how to write and arrange music in a unique way. Adam knows how to look mean and scream.