She's first tonight, singing "Back In The USSR". I like this! She's better than last week, seems more confident.
Cheers and applause
Randy: Perfect song choice for you. Just a little pitchy. Give you 7 outta 10 for that one.
Paula: A little ahead of the beat. I would love to see you do a vulnerable ballad.
Simon: Predictable. A bit of a mess in parts. Same thing week after week after week. At least one week do something that's a bit of a surprise. Otherwise you are in danger of becoming a bit boring.
Amanda: (to Seacrest) Ballads are boring. I've got a minute-a-half a week. I want the people in this crowd to say yeah that's the chick I want to see.
The crowd cheers
Simon: You're not selling tickets yet (laughs) Let's not jump the gun.
Amanda is the anti-monchichi.
And that’s why I like her, chile!
Quick Poll: How many of the women on this thread refer to themselves as "chicks"?
After a video segment that highlights her weekly trip to the Bottom Two (a bad sign), Kristy sings "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away". I don't know this song. Good news is it seems to be the straight ver
Randy: It was an interesting arrangement. Felt a little boring.
Paula: Safer to stick to the melody. This is the best you've ever looked (another bad sign). Take liberties ... it would be more interesting.
Simon: The problem is you are not a good performer. It's like musical wallpaper--you notice it, but you can't remember it. You're making no impact. You were better this week, I will grant you that.
Sings "The Long And Winding Road"
"Maybe I'll remember the lyrics this time."
He does remember the lyrics, but the song is DULL.
Crowd seems to love it though.
Randy: They were right to clap because David Archuleta has brought his game back tonight. Very nice!
Paula: The most exciting and wonderful performance. Reveals your character. You're wonderful.
Simon: Last week was a complete mess. This week I thought you were amazing. You made my point. That was a masterclass.
Whatever, Simon.