That said: I think it is MUCH BETTER for him to be in second place. Why? To have full liberty of his carreer. I've heard (I hope that ain't true), that american idol's contract are restricting the artist in many ways (image, music style, etc..) If what I read is true, the artist is linked for life (or as long as he can bring the profit) with the AI company (19 something). I didn't wish that for Lambert.

I think that the young Allen will fit the AI mold more properly and it is a great opportunity for him to make a great album, with his own songs.

I really respect them both, as artists, and am curious to hear both of them in the future.

I hope Adam will be picky and will use some strategy to sign a valuable contract that will let him be a extraverted or fulfilled artist.

Can somebody tell me if I am doing something wrong with the "hanging chads?"

Get Real!!!

As for Kris winning, you go Kris. He played guitar, he played piano and sang - certainly more talent that Adam could ever display overall.
Adam needs to be intheater.
You go Kris!!!

cheers!

AT & T CONFIRMED FROM THEIR DATA THAT 38 MILLION VOTES CAME FROM ARKANSAS. THE POPULATION OF ARKANSAS IS ABOUT 2.8 MILLION.
THEY WERE USING GIZMO AND DIAL IDOL SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY.

One Arkansas church group of 105 people said they got in 436,655 votes using the software and their texts. This is not American Idol as voted by millions, this is a few hundred thousand people trained in one state skewing the results (plus the Gokey fans).

AI IS NO LONGER A TALENT/SINGING CONTEST, THIS IS A REGIONAL VOTING AND TECHNOLOGY CONTEST.

Theoretically, any resonable good singer next season could win AI if their home state incorporates this technology. I have friends in Arkansas who did not watch American Idol, never heard Kris Allen sing but voted 6000 votes because their was a sponsored contest at an Arkansas bar to win plasma TV and “everyone else was voting”.

Kris admitted “Adam deserved this” He heard afterwards about the voting and technology training in Arkansas. He did not want to win that way.

The reason Simon did not stand clapping with the other judges is because he knew America made a mistake and the voting had gotten skewed.

And last, remember that Elvis lost a talent contest in Mississippi before he became a recording artist. Adam is our American Idol, Kris is an Arkansas Idol

If there was an injustice this year it was in the producers of AI practically pushing Lambert to win. He sang last more than any other, was routinely propped up by the judges, etc... I've said all along he's a great singer. But as many people like him, there is a similar size that simply don't like him.

I for one was shocked that Kris won, even though I was pulling for him. Sure AI is a popularity contest more than it is a singing contest. The judges get to pick the singers, but then America gets to vote. And there are not millions of music experts voting. There are millions of normal people voting and that means its a popularity contest.

I'm glad the right guy won! (my opinion of course, lol)

Adam has a curious mystery about himself, that you just can't put a finger on. He has a gleam in his eye, that says "I know something you don't know." He also seems to have an invisible string attached to each and every fan, that comes directly back to his heart - and he speaks to us in a silent code. I love his direct eye contact with the camera and thus the audience, and I feel this is part of his secret. But, in truth it is the VOICE that is the proof. Adam has worked long and hard to achieve this level of perfection in his work. We, the fans, reveal that those who love his talent NEED his SIREN. AmI --- please listen.

To Adam: Re: AmI -
YOU are the BEST --since the first time you stepped foot on the "Idol" stage you were and are the best ever. Please never change ! Don't let the haters touch you - you are far beyond their reach - for we, your true fans with our love will protect you from all the wicked and ugly remarks of the enemies against your style and special individual talent. For whatever reason, DIFFERENT always threatens others. Why does that have to be ? It is a pityful shame.
Hang in there Adam, for we truly do love you for just being you, and what a total package you are. See you on the "Idol" tour this summer - I can't wait ! Love your simmering blue/green eyes, and your little bit dirty, flirty smile that just melts my heart. Just keep being good and being you ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this season and all of the music that you made, and for your hard work and great imagination. You are truly THE ADAM BOMB !!
(( Warm hugs to you Adam ))
Sorry, a girl has to try!!!
Sharie