And so, as expected for the last month or so, we're headed into the Battle of the Davids. My hunch is that the Official American Idol Anthem will decide the winner. The Anthem is always a gooey inspirational ballad, and that has been David Archuleta's specialty this year. David Cook won't struggle with the song as badly as Blake did last year -- he's a much better singer than Blake was -- but drippy sentiment doesn't come naturally to Cook, and that will be just enough to give Archuleta a squeaker of a victory.
But before we get there, it's time for the annual year-end awards. Only performances from the top 12 on are considered; the semifinalists aren't included.
Best performance: David A, "Stand By Me"
Runner-up: David C, "Billie Jean"
It is worth noting that there wasn't a single truly great performance this year; nothing to match the best of previous seasons.
Worst performance: Jason, "September Morn"
Runner-up: Ramiele, "Do I Ever Cross Your Mind"
Voted off too soon: Carly
Runner-up: Chikezie
Lasted too long: Amanda
Runner-up:Jason
Most disappointing: Brooke, who was so good in the semifinals and had a terrific first round in the finals with "Let It Be," but proved to have no versatility and a case of the nerves that got visibly worse every week.
Most pleasant surprise: David Cook, whose rock reimaginings occasionally felt a bit repetitious, but were still a fresh sound for Idol, and an unexpected treat from someone who originally seemed like a solid middle-of-the-pack contestant.
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