American Idol Season 8 Update: Final 6 err 7 - Matt was ALMOST Eliminated, Thanks to Judges' Save!

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This week was the best for me this season of American Idol. I had high hopes because of the theme - soundtracks from movies. And Quentin Tarantino was actually good in his role as this week's mentor. He was more into coaching them on their performance styles - on how to deliver more edge to their performances. And I believe it's really a BIG factor in winning this competition. It's not just about the voice but more on your stage presence. Take for instance Fantasia. She wasn't the best singer in their American Idol season but she won because she was a great performer.

There were a couple of performances that weren't great this week but no one really sucked so I'm pretty happy with the Final 7's performances. Even Lil who's been consistently below par did good.

Now, who got eliminated?
NO ONE!

Well, Matt was almost kicked out of the competition but thanks to the Judges' save, he's got at least another week to prove that he deserves to get to the finals. And I'm glad he was given another chance. Even his fellow contestants were all happy that he was saved. Although he didn't do well (awkward falsetto) this week, I still believe he should continue on 'til next week at least. He really deserved it.

I was okay with the bottom 3 but I'm not sure why Lil got more votes than Matt. Really. I just can't believe Lil was safe this week. C'mon now. Could it be because she's VoteForTheWorst's pick now? Argh. I hate her but I understood what she said when she answered back to Simon. These judges really confuse me and they actually have a direct impact on the contestants' choices. Lil explained during Results Night that the reason she stood up for herself is because she's confused - one minute they're asking her to perform a song by an artist who seems to be in the right genre for Lil. Then, when she follows their advice, they'll say she's a copycat. It seems that no matter what song she chooses, she'll end up getting mocked by the judges. I'm sorry but I had high expectations of her. I liked her before when there were 13 of them but she's just clueless. She's not yet ready for the music business. She needs to find out what kind of artist SHE wants to be rather than following what others' think she should be doing. Poor Lil.

Going back to the performances, I am so glad Anoop Desai did well this week. He's still in the bottom 3 but it wasn't really a surprise. Anyway, back to his performance, he sang "Everything I Do". I really loved how he sang it. And I'm so happy that me and Mai felt emotionally connected to him when he was singing this song. He's back on my faves list. I love his new haircut and I'm glad he didn't act or say anything irritating this week. I hope he doesn't go home yet next week but I also like Matt. But, really, who else should be in the bottom 3 next week? Tsk tsk.

Matt was one of my early faves this season. He seemed arrogant at first glance but throughout the past weeks, I've known that he's sweet and funny. No wonder his fellow contestants were ecstatic when he was saved by the judges. I know he'll not win this season but I hope he'll have a big career after American Idol.

Allison's performance was mediocre. But I understood why Simon said she's the only hope for the girls this season. Well, because Lil sucks, that's why, not really because she was amazing. I didn't like her rendition of "I Don't Want To Miss A Thing". The note was too low for me. She's got an amazing voice and I don't know why she didn't give it her all. That's what I hate about her. She's got the tool but she's not maximizing its use.

Unlike Adam Lambert who was, again, amazing. He always puts out a big deal of effort on his performances. I can't believe someone can be as consistent as he is when it comes to performances. He deserves to win this season and it will be unfair if he doesn't. He's the only one who took risks that actually worked. I am really hoping and praying he wins this season.

I loved Danny's version of "Endless Love". Hmmm... the judges didn't seem to like it, though. Well, for some parts, I agree 'coz he sounded like he was yelling out the song but he made it his own. I don't think he'll be going home next week, though. He's on my faves list but I don't want him to go any further than Final 4. By the way, I love him without his glasses but he's cuter with it. He does look a lot like Robert Downey, Jr., just a bit younger, don't you agree? LOLz

Kris Allen was also amazing this week. Still didn't like his falsetto, though. But the song "Falling Slowly" suits his voice very well. I don't understand why Randy Jackson didn't like it. Randy seems to be just doing and saying everything he can to try to be like Simon Cowell. C'mon now. You'll never be like Simon.

Anyway, going back to Kris, I admire him for making it this far without any exposure during Hollywood week. It was all his effort that got him to the Final 7. I hope he is in the finale. I love his voice, I love his attitude. I love everything about him except for the fact that he has a wife. Okay, I admit, he lost a little bit of appeal because every week, they show his wife after his performance. Simon shouldn't have pointed that out early on so he can get more votes out of Danny's hands.

This is the first time ever that I'm torn between 4 people - Adam Lambert, Kris Allen, Anoop Desai and Matt Giraud. Of the 4, I can't bare to see Adam or Kris go home even a week short of the finale. They should be in the finale. I hope Danny and Lil go home next week so I can still see these 4 sing another week. Allison can also go home next week. Hehehe. I'm just scared for Matt and Anoop.

Judges' Save and Next Week's Eliminations
Although I'm happy that Matt was saved, I was kinda shocked that they used it this week instead of next week - the last time they can use the save. I wonder if they would've used it if Lil was to be kicked out instead of Matt. I don't think they will. But, for next week, what if Adam or Kris is in the bottom 3?! OMG. I hope not. I want them in the finale!!

Now, 2 people will get voted out. I only have 1 person in mind who should go home next week - Lil Rounds. But, I guess I'm okay with anyone going home except for Adam Lambert and Kris Allen. It's Disco week according to Simon so I'm afraid to see what Anoop will try to do next week. I hope he won't go out dancing on stage. That'll be awkward.

My "predictions":
Bottom 3: Lil, Anoop, Matt
Who Goes home? Any of the 3 I mentioned above. They can be replaced by Danny or Allison.