Lots of pre-show buzz on Lauren almost dropping out, Haley almost having to step in at the last second, Lauren having to get her throat iced, etc. Was it a last minute pandering for Lauren sympathy? A ploy for Haley fanatics/idol boycotters to tune in at the last second? Who knows what Uncle Nigel’s evil plans are. But lets hope it all comes together for a good show.
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1. Scotty McCreery |
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“Gone” by Montgomery Gentry – I didn’t think it was as high energy as the first time he performaed it, but I’m glad he chose this one because it was arguably the best performance of the season. |
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2. Lauren Alaina
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“Flat on the Floor” by Carrie Underwood – Oh man, her voice sounds so worn out. by 2/3 of the way through the song, she opened her mouth and no sound came out. I have to feel bad for her on such a big night. It wasn’t any better or worse than the last time around, except for the terrible pageant dancing as she began the song at the top of the steps. The rest of it was fine. Nothing to write home about, but fine. |
This may well have been the most boring and anticlimactic finale performance show ever. I was honestly bored throughout, and thankful it was only an hour long episode. There was a random ditty by… Taio Cruz? I mean, really…wtf was that? And Cook closing the show seemed to give the show its only (albeit small) thread of authenticity. Underwhelming, indeed.
Lauren should win it with her final performance tonight. But Scotty will win. He cannot lose. I still can’t quite understand his invincibility on this show, but alas, it exists.
Here’s to hoping that there are many exponentially more exciting performances tomorrow night.
