Don't ruin my thread with this bullshit.

Don't worry JG. Anyway, I originally wanted the one from CT to win, she was good, but now gone Then Ruben, but likewise, gone Now I don't watch it, I don't like the last ones.

Yes Sir, JGeoff, sir! ::Salutes and kisses feet::

Ruben's not gone, what are you talking about? Do you even watch the show?

I stopped I missed a few episodes, then my friend told me they kicked him off.Is he bullshitted me?

Your friend is a schmuck. Try reading this thread to see what happened...

...I really didn't bother reading everything here because I didn't want to bother.

Freedom of speech; cool. But... You don't have to insult someone that mostly everyone likes just because you think he sounds bad... 'SPECIALLY WHEN HE DOESN'T!

Ruben is still on, DV. Me and Geoff came to the conclusion that the only reason Ruben was in the bottom two was either; A.) sympathy voters for Josh, B.) people voting for anyone other than Ruben, since Ruben is thought to win, and to give others a chance, or C.) FOX trying to get ratings.

Anywho...

Another week, another elimination!

Anyone predict any other shocker this week?? Maybe all the idiots who voted for Josh last week will vote for Ruben, and those normally voting for Clay might, too, putting Clay in the Bottom 2? God forbid!

Josh BETTER go tomorrow!!

I think this week there will be a major backlash to Josh from last week. He will go with tomorrow. Saw the below from USA today, there were a few other people commenting but the below was probably the most interesting.

Weird Al Yankovic, whose new CD, Poodle Hat, will be available May 20:

On Clay Aiken: In appearance, "it looks like he went from a huge dork to a not-quite-so-huge dork. I should know from experience. He's a talented singer, with enthusiasm and stage presence. That was a bravura performance on Solitaire. I thought Neil Sedaka was going to propose to him at one point. Clay seems like a young Barry Manilow with Ryan Seacrest hair."

On Joshua Gracin: "He's got a very pleasant country voice. In Bad Blood, he seemed rattled. He might have forgotten a couple of words. He's still a very talented singer. He doesn't seem as confident. I certainly wouldn't want to be the one who votes Josh out. He looked like the guy who beats you up in gym class."

On Kimberley Locke: "I thought she was wonderful. She's my second favorite, next to Ruben. She even made Where the Boys Are sound soulful. I can't offer any criticism. She was ear-delicious, as Neil Sedaka said."

On Ruben Studdard: "He's a cross between Luther Vandross and Teddy Ruxpin. I like the way he gives props to his homies in 205. He's happy to be on stage. Makes it look effortless. Maybe he could have a salad once in a while." Yankovic predicts Studdard should and will win: "He's clearly the man."

Ken Barnes, USA TODAY music editor:

On Clay Aiken: "He's a smooth and powerful vocalist, but he painfully overenunciates every syllable and, as Simon Cowell says, is better suited for Broadway. Puppy-dog appeal could swing the popular vote, though."

On Joshua Gracin: "The worse his performances get (and last week's Bad Blood was a nadir that eclipsed his infamous massacre of Kool and the Gang's Celebrate), the more belligerent he acts -- and the more popular he seems to become. Clearly out of his league talent-wise, but may hang on another week or two."

On Kimberley Locke: "A solid singer, but non-musical factors (specifically her lack of teen-idol appeal) will probably hurt her." Barnes predicts she should win: "She's overcome a shaky start to become perhaps the most accomplished and versatile singer of the batch."

On Ruben Studdard: "Ruben has the most natural singing ability, despite his lackluster uptempo performances." Barnes predicts he will win: "You have to consider him the front-runner, unless too many voters are turned off by his sometimes-sullen demeanor or tonnage."

Thanks for that, BDD - I found the complete article here

I also found this which states:

You think he was reading this thread?

YAY!!!!!
I love Clay soooo much, I have the biggest crush on him ever!
He is:
adorable
wonderful
funny
smart
sweet
dedicated
never boring
awesome
THE AMERICAN IDOL!
If he doesn't win, I will cry, and will be depressed until his CD comes out.
If he's in the bottom two tomorrow, I will cry, and probably throw up.
Yeah, I'm obsessed.

Excuse me? The Ruben fans are INCREDIBLY annoying. They're constantly screaming ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! They flood the message boards with "205! 205! ROOOOOOOOOOOBIN!'
Everyone's fans are equally annoying, except for Kim-she doesn't reeeeally have fans.

RUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!

Ruben is going to win for sure.

I hate Clay. Damn him!

Huh. I thought Josh was actually pretty good this week. A tough choice now... but it'll be him or Kim. Unless people are getting tired of Clay (tho his first song was incredible!), but I really doubt it.

It's getting to the point where I don't want to see anyone voted off - but alas, there are only 2 more weeks!!

I'm probably gonna make some enemies, but I gotta tell you, I actually voted tonight. And the winner is...Josh...*ducks trying to avoid flying weapons. And not just once, but I hit re-dial and voted twice. I was with Simon, Kimberly practically put me to sleep. Paula Abdul needs to take that phony smile off once in awhile and tell people how it is. I get a cavity just looking at her. Hopefully, if all is right in the world, Kimberly will get the boot. I'm picking the actual winner to be Rueben. It's a toss up between Josh and Clay for 2nd though.

My observations of Bee Gees night: (Ugh!)

Josh STILL looks like Shrek - (Bethie, stand still while I slap you!)

NOONE can sing Jive Talking and make it sound good.

If someone had to be booted off based on just TONIGHT'S performance? Kimberly was WAY-weak. Boring. Not her usual soulful self. And although she is very pretty, she does have a pop idol image problem.

I still wish someone (good) had sung "How Deep is Your Love"

Clay rocked with his first song. I thought it was PERFECT and he really looks better and better with every show PERFORMING, until he goes and gets chummy with Ryan and then I wonder where the stage Clay ran off to. Honestly, Clay would make a great American Idol schmooozing with the likes of Kelly and Regis, Oprah, Mary Hart, VH-1 and the like. AND - he can sing too.

In my opinion, it doesnt matter if Josh or Kimmel goes tomorrow, they are gonna have to go sometime. I dont care.

Ruben: Well, I just like that kinda booty music and he rocked on his second song. It was beautiful.

Sidebar: If any of you had the opportunity to hear Josh sing the Commodores "Three Times a Lady" on the A.I. CD I bought, you would be amazed. It is a really beautiful rendition. I still maintain they can do wonders in the studio. He sounds fabulous and romantic, believe it or not....

Josh ?? So let me ask you Beth how many bottles of wine did you polish off before voting - twice? I will say that I thought Josh did a pretty good job last night, but clearly he was not the best of the four overall. Actually if I had to go purely by last night's peformance I think Kimberly would have to go tonight, but it is not based on only one night's performance anymore so Josh must go, he is not bad, but he is simply not a good or versitile as the others. In the end it will be Reuben or Clay, and I actually think Clay has done enough in the last few weeks to make it a pretty even call at this time.

I know JGeoff will be voting for his 'dweeb'

Tonight it is Josh, next week Kimberly.

As a side note I heard that Kimberly Caldwell got picked up on some Fox Sports type show - go figure.

How long before Playboy calls? Or do you think that is already in the works?

The gal that Joe Millionaire DIDN'T choose already got her deal with Playboy.

I wonder if they have reality shows for people like us - over 35??

If I had any wine I probably wouldn't have let the phone down..haha. My strategy is Ruben has it in the bag. Just vote for someone else that I didn't want to see go. After last night Kimberly needs to take a hike. She has a pretty voice, but no stage presence. So next week Josh can go. And LDV...what's wrong with Shrek? He's squeezably cute.

Who cares about the reality shows - I am keeping my eye out for the upcoming Playboy magazines

Have you EVER seen this guy sing????

They dont call him "Constipation" Gracin for nothing!

Who..Josh or Shrek?

Josh is the next after Kimberly. Don't sweat it. Got that annoying Clay to worry about then.

Hey that's rather cruel - didn't you see him in the audience last night during his song - couldn't you just feel the love

Beth, just a warning here for you - you keep talking like that about Clay - and JGeoff is gonna ban you.

Believe me..I've given Geoff plenty of reasons to ban me in the past. Don't know why my smart mouth is still here.

Do I have to kiss your feet now Geoff?

What I like about you Beth? We will NEVER fight over a man - we definitely have different tastes. I'd take the geek 100 times over Shrek in need of a laxative

BDD - You'll start getting the Playboy subscription soon - my compliments - think of it as your birthday present.

This is true. But we never did get in the jello pit over Bill Hemmer. Although, the time he's on now I'm already at work. No more Bill. So looks like you won that one!!!

Yeah, and I'll beat you up, Beth!
LAST NITE-
Clay=Hot, awesome, and really awesome
Ruben=*yawn*, but OK.
Kim=bad
Josh=bad.

Yeah, and I'll beat you up, Beth!
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Now, this frightens mean. I've seen your pic chickie. You could probably kick my ass! I bow down to you. Clay is king. Josh is a punk! But Ruben still rules!!!

Beth - This is (probably) exactly what caused the outrageously bullshit controversial placement last week of Ruben in the Bottom Two. <--Could that sentence be worded any more poorly? ;-) People can't be voting for pity - they have to vote for who they think is the best. Period. How would pity voting work out in a presidential election?

Anyway - I won't ban you... this time.

*JG pours Beth a glass of wine*