Whatever I Feel Like

I have to admit I’m not entirely familiar with Tony Bennett’s work, so I’m not sure what to expect this week except maybe some old fashioned, swingy type tunes. I’m not too excited about the show tonight since I most likely won’t know most of the songs. Mr. Bennett seems like a really cool guy. It’s an honor for these kids to get to work with him.

First up is Blake Lewis singing “Mack the Knife”. I think he did a good job, but it wasn’t my favorite performance by him. Hated the outfit.

And speaking of outfits, what in the hell is Paula wearing? She’s got on a black and white striped suit jacket that maybe Martha Stewart made while she was serving time, and if the jacket isn’t bad enough, she’s wearing a hideous red and white kerchief wrapped around her neck. Ick.

Next idol is Phil Stacey singing “Night and Day”. Started out purposely quiet, I’m sure, but kind of scary. He got better towards the middle and finished out nicely, but he was so stiff. He looks good tonight in his suit, at least.

Melinda Doolittle is up next singing “I Got Rhythm”. Oh sugar, who told you that dress was okay to wear tonight? They lied to you, whoever it was. And whoever told you to stay a background singer also lied. You are fantastic, girlfriend!

Wearing a cheesy top hat is Chris Richardson singing “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore”. Although I hated his outfit with that hat, vest, and jeans combo, he sang the hell out of that song. Very nice job! I was surprised. Blake better watch out.

My girl, Jordin Sparks, is up next singing “On A Clear Day”. Now that’s what I’m talking about! She sounded great, she looked great, she is just fantastic. I read today that Ryan Seacrest predicted Jordin would win this competition and I wouldn’t be surprised if she did.

It will be interesting to see how gothic Gina Glocksen handles this genre. She is singing “Smile” by Nat King Cole. She looks atrocious.. Her hair has two braids on the top right side of her hair, her makeup looks like a clown, and the tongue ring just doesn’t fit with singing a song like this. Randy and Paula liked her understated style, but I sided with Simon on this – her vocals were very weak.

Here we go! Sanjaya is singing “Cheek to Cheek” and is dressed like he just walked off the Miami Vice set. White suit, black shirt underneath and a modern version of saddle shoes completes his outfit. I think I like his hair this week, at least, slicked back and neat. I love how the judges still don’t even attempt to give him realistic feedback. Simon is trying reverse psychology – nice try, Simon!

Knowing she needs to get the votes for her looks is Haley Scarnato wearing a skimpy, sexy, green, shimmery short dress. Blah. You aren’t fooling me, babe, I know your singing sucks. Haley’s body is to her singing as winning the million dollar lottery is to being homeless. She sang “Ain’t Misbehavin” and destroyed it, as expected.

Finishing out the show is LaKisha Jones singing “Stormy Weather”. Damn, she’s got some gigantic boobs, doesn’t she? She sang wonderfully, as usual – no surprises there. It’s going to be interesting to see who is the favorite between LaKisha and Melinda when the time comes.

Going home tomorrow will most likely be Haley.

[tags]American Idol, reality tv, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, Ryan Seacrest[/tags]

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