In Case You Missed It…

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So, little David Archuleta forgot a few of his lyrics on Idol last night.

So what?

He's still our favorite to win!

Click here to watch his flawed yet still fab interpretation of the Beatles' We Can Work It Out.

Posted: Mar 12, 2008 at 11:40 am / Email this »

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JUDI says – reply to this

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Re: jay – amen!!!! bring him back
Yak says – reply to this

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The song has 3 short verses and a bridge. The chorus is the title of the bloody song. He had a week to memorize it. Go away little girl. You're too gay to be an idol anyway.
AI is just a dumb karaoke contest anyway. Most of the music arrangements suck ass, hard. They took a bunch of fantastic Beatles songs and turned most of them into elevator music. Good Christ, the American public have no taste in music.
Marky says – reply to this

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He better not be kicked off yet. There are definitely others who are worse than him.
rich says – reply to this

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as a MATTER OF PRINCIPLE, JUDGES SHOULD NOT HAVE ANY FAVORITE IN THE COMPETITION. OTHERWISE, THEY SHOULDNT BE JUDGES. I thought Raymielle sang beautifully though not DIVA-IM GONNA BLOW My LUNGS OUT yet she was described as boring yet ANOTHER contestant (a favorite) who sang off key and was boring was praised. DUH????
David ArchuHATER says – reply to this

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Oh my god this kid is so annoying. I want to punch him in the throat.
Carly says – reply to this

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Really like this kid, just wish he'd stop licking his damn lips like that! EWWWWW!
Novel1 says – reply to this

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Big disappointment - he's been singing pro for how long and comes from a musician family — then claims he doesn't know the McCartney/Lennon songbook? WTF is that? Has he lived in a closet all his life? I think it's all BS, put on by the show to create buzz. He probably was instructed to "forget" and do badly just so people would talk about it. Hate the FAKE
LC says – reply to this

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I love him!! His from Honduras, which is my birthplace and an amazing and gorgeous country. Best of all… HES REALLY PROUD!! GO DAVID!!
Melanie says – reply to this

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David's my favorite!
YES! GO PEREZ! says – reply to this

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DAVID IS AMAZING says – reply to this

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DAVID IS AMAZING.
so what..he had one bad day!!
he's still the best one in the competition.
Even though he messed up the lyrics he sounded better than half the people on there
GOOOO DAVID!!!
rebecca says – reply to this

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my sweet, precious, angel David buckled under the pressure. Its Ok though. I remember Carrie Underwood forgot some lyrics (Pat Benetar) and she seems to be doing just fine. GO DAVID!!!!
nicole says – reply to this

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I can forgive forgotten lyrics but the whole thing was terrible
mizzymm says – reply to this

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He's cute and has a good voice, but there are at least 4 singers better then him,more talented.
uhh says – reply to this

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k, who forgets the words to beatles songs?
GOSH.
mizzymm says – reply to this

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Re: Jeff Norman – Maybe you see alittle bit of him in you,stop lusting you perv.
janis says – reply to this

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i felt REALLY embarassed for him last night!
i wouldnt of believed it if i didnt see it with my own two eyes!
i mean i know hes a 17 year old kid and he has a lot of pressure on him, but he WON Star Search, did he not?
he should kind of know what hes doing by now…
he shouldnt choose songs that are out of his leauge (stevie wonder version of that song?) , worry about them, and then bomb them.
i sing and i even know not to do THAT!

but atleast i know he wont be voted off tonight. Kristy Lee Cook is just AWFUL.
i hope david finds a way to redeem himself, cause he needs to.
last night was NOT GOOD.
mercury says – reply to this

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I felt sorry for him… he still did a good job, but looked soooo nervous! I love the honest quality to his voice. Nothing fake or fabricated at all…
monz says – reply to this

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aww David Arch of lettuce is my favorite, it doesnt really matter if he forgets the lyrics because on top of everything his voice is unbelievable
CheckYourGrammar says – reply to this

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Re: Mag – Re: Jason in the OC – Are you "to" stupid to know how to spell?
monz says – reply to this

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uhh no that is what i call him…do you have a problem with that? i just think ur stuck up or something
monz says – reply to this

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uhh no…that is what i call him…i think ur stuck uup or something
Alise says – reply to this

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I love David Archuleta! So what if he accidently stumbled a few lines? He's such a talented singer!
BeBe says – reply to this

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I think his age is finally starting to come through. He did not do well last night….and for such a seasoned pro, I was disappointed. I will however give him the benefit of the doubt as he is not "perfect" and everyone is entitled to miss the mark at least once. He should continue on and be given another chance.
fart mom says – reply to this

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He sounds like a cruise ship singer. He's cute but I don't think he will win. He seems stiff on stage.
BeBe says – reply to this

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Will someone hand David Cook a bottle of shampoo and a razer and ask him to go and clean up? He looks like a stinky pig. And I don't get what the big kaboom is about Brooke. I find her very bland - nothing stands out about her.
Sam says – reply to this

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Poor guy….but I still love him and he better win! He's adorable beyond comparison.

You always have great taste Perez
sandybandy says – reply to this

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He is from Utah. He will get plenty of votes from the Mormons. And he is about as clean cut as you can get.
David Cook says – reply to this

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I don't feel sorry for him because he's an idiot. How can someone seeking a career in music have no understanding of music history and not be familiar with the Beatles??? That's like trying to be a classical musician and saying you don't know anything about Mozart! A real musician, no matter how young, would be familiar with everything that came before them. And why does this kid act like such a retard when Ryan talks to him? What a friggin doofus.
gardner says – reply to this

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how can you forget the words to a BEATLES song? that boy has no culture…
Safe is boring says – reply to this

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America has no taste in music. They always go for the most middle of the road, safe bland performers. *yawn* This is why we have Britney Spears and Ashlee Simpson.
ms m says – reply to this

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david was still better than that white trash piece of shit kristy lee cook. her performance was an insult to the Beatles. that hick bitch fucked that song up the ass without lube….it was that painful. i wish there was a number one could call to vote her off. they should bring back danny to slap her around the stage!
stacy says – reply to this

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He's a completely boring, cookie-cutter 'young boy' singer. He has no personality, no originality, nothing that makes him any different than any other young kid that sings other people's songs.

Perez, I'm disappointed. Sure he's got a voice, but I'd think you would support someone with a bit of GENUINE personality.

Shame.

He'll be a total flop if he wins.
lala* says – reply to this

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I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him I love him!!!!!

He is the best on idol!!!! I love David Archa'dorabal'!!
he is so cute, so talented, so iresistible, so gorgeous, and SUCH a good singer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I LOVE HIM
I LOVE HIM I LOVE HIM i LOVE HIM!!!
HE IS THE BEST ONE ON IDOL! HE WILL NOT GET SYMPOTHY VOTES! everyone loves him!! so what he forgot the lyrics?? he is still good, PERFECT actually————I LOVE HIM!!
name says – reply to this

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Re: lala* – and that, my friends, is desperation . . .
inyourdefense says – reply to this

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The performance was bad. The kid is not. God forbid someone make a mistake or have a bad night….and then we all crucify him for it. I'm sure he'll come back and do something better next week.
Lluvy Rae says – reply to this

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EWW I HATE HIM!!

JASON CASTRO!!!!!!!!!!
jose says – reply to this

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He was bad last night, but he is one of the best, so i want he to stay. My faves are David Cook and Brooke White
DAVIDA4PRESIDENT says – reply to this

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Why hasn't anyone said anything about him having strep throat? Every other contestant that was sick mentioned something ON AIR. Not David A. Not even the judges mentioned it. You try singing that song with strep throat people.

There is a video from enternainment tonight (ET) where he admits he had strep and is resting his voice.

This kid has so many fans of ALL ages. His video's on youtube have been viewed millions and millions of time. Go check some of them out. This kids got some major talent.

keep your chin up david. all these haters are idiots anyhow.

Perez and I LOVE U
emma says – reply to this

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actually perez, that's his interpretation of stevie wonder's interpretation of the beatles.
Blame the parents says – reply to this

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I can immediately tell what this boy's problem is, it's his parents who are obviously overbearing. Hence the bad song choice. That's also why he leaves out passages from songs that are not in tune with his parents' religion. This boy shouldn't win because he won't be able to cope with any added pressure. He should grow into his own, break away from his parents at the right age and then have another go at fame. No he's just a puppet kid with childstar pushy parents. And dayum, he's cute.
shal says – reply to this

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what? i love him. but this was a terrible performance!
bev says – reply to this

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I love this kid!! All time best!! He's only 17, and he'll just get greater and greater every year! Plus he is soooo cute. He deserves to win, outstanding talent!
karbar says – reply to this

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he sucked! he was the worst therefore he should go home the horrible country song was better then him even she could remember the words to the damn song and who doesnt like the Beatles this kid should go home and do get some history lessons he is a dumbass
cowell says – reply to this

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archuleta can sing, sure, but he fucked up last night. he's not american idol material anyway; he'd never sell records because he's too young. forgetting the lyrics in the top 12? no way.
david cook, jason castro, michael johns, chikeze eze, and brooke white all did amazing last night. if they're not safe tonight, then i'm boycotting this show!
kristy lee cook is gone for sure… "dolly parton on helium" lol!
and what's up with ryan seacrest? he's such a little pretentious bastard!
LeeLee says – reply to this

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Could he possibly lick his lips anymore? grrrr It's so distracting!!!!! he's a decent singer but not good enough to win this thing that's for sure.

He's got the cute factor for all the teeny boppers to vote so he'll be just like Sanjaya…..staying longer than they should.
Pon says – reply to this

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I hope he's gay….He most likely is……you can just kind of tell. He wasn't too good last night but he's probably still go through. He's cute and in less than a year he'll be legal! lol HOLLA
Get a life fat old housewives says – reply to this

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Listen to these lame ass excuses for him sucking LOL…it's like the whole Constantine/Clay fat ass crew has a new boytoy to obsess about. If he forgets the words or misses a note it can't be his fault it's the evil AI machine/allergies/strep throat/nervousness ect excuse. OMG you fat hogs need to get a life!
cg says – reply to this

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You guys - so he had some troubles remembering some of the lyrics… y'all have NO idea how stressful it can be to perform in front of that many people, in SUCH a high pressure situation. I feel like I have some concept of what he's going through because of my own experience in international violin competitions before critical audiences and judges, both in the concert hall and the blogosphere. There has been SO much buzz about how he's a shoo-in to win, and I can only imagine how much pressure that must put on him to perform his very best. So many factors could have contributed to his difficulties - but what cannot be argued is his incredible talent, musicianship, and star quality. He is a fantastic singer, and a great kid and a sure cut above many of the other singers on the show this season. Let's be kind in our comments about this young person with so much to offer - and look forward to his performance next week! Keep it up, David! DON'T BE DISCOURAGED!!!!!
jess says – reply to this

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you guys are so quick to judge.
Firstly, he isn't the only contestant that was on star search, Alexandrea was too.
secondly, there are worst things to be than experienced.

I love David, but I will admit last nights performance was pretty terrible, and yes the whole forgetting the lyrics thing was bad. He was obviously nervous, I mean, everyone is putting sooooo much pressure on him, he's only human, of course he is bound to mess up.

I think if America gives him another shot he'll bring it back next week.
Jeff says – reply to this

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Archuleta was horrible last night. Messed up the lyrics, seemed barely into it, and lacked the passion of his previous performances. Easily his worst ever, and Simon said just that.

Still the one to beat though…

P.S. Ironic to use "fab" isn't it Perez when talking about music of the Fab 4.
jenn says – reply to this

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ugh he butchered a great beatles song. even if he hadn't of forgotten the lyrics, he should never sing the beatles. ever.
Kat says – reply to this

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No excuse for fuckin' up the words to a Beatles song. "Im not familiar with really any of there songs" he says. How the fuck did you sing John Lennon's "Imagine" with out fuckin' up? This is blasphemy.
davids wife says – reply to this

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the next american idol bayyyybay
Va Jay Jay says – reply to this

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David is awesome, but the Irish bitch is FIERCE!! I hope she wins…she is ready and more mature to handle the big leagues. The music industry will corrupt little David's soul. He needs to get into christain music.
Drew says – reply to this

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David, you can't sing, you lick your lips hundred times while you're singing and you are looking gayer everyday… Fox..kill t hat crap off the screen already.
ilovedavid says – reply to this

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omg!!!!
i love david!!
he should totally win this season, if he doesn't i
sewar i wont ever watch this show againn!
T says – reply to this

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DANNY NORIEGA IS BETTER
im sorry perez but its the truth

WILDCARD!!!!!!!!!!
there better be one!!!
there will be a comeback for danny noriega!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cailin says – reply to this

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I STILL LOOOOVE HIM
kathleen says – reply to this

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he ruined the song. killed it.
carolyn says – reply to this

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forget danny already——–i think david is a good singer ,he just had a bad night .send home brook.
linzy says – reply to this

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i can't stand him.
mallory says – reply to this

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my poor pookie pants he's so adorable!!!!
Chowdaguzzle says – reply to this

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Why is everyone questioning his sexuality? Nobody cares….but you pervs who want to think about him having sexytime with old men. Shame on you…. He is a young boy. Leave him alone.
Alise says – reply to this

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I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU! YEAH, DAVID ARCHULETA! YOU'LL BE THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL!
Li says – reply to this

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HE LOOKS LIKE ZAC EFRON DOES ANYONE ELSE SEE IT BESIDES ME
sassnfrass says – reply to this

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1) He is 17.
2) The show is live.
3) Who wouldn't be nervous.
4) Who cares that he flubbed the words. That doesn't take away from his talent.
5) So he had a bad night. Big deal.
6) For 17 he is pretty damn good - whether you like/don't like his type of music choices
7) The "SHOW" meaning the producers are the ones that pump up one of the contestants every year. He didn't ask to be the one in the press. Remember the show needs ratings & what better way.
Dread Locks Rock ! says – reply to this

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Ya David Archeleta or however u spell it is good and all but he is just boring and I think he has got a big head sence this thing started and he is so secure that he forgot the words ! But Jason Castro Deard Locks is the best is voice is so calm and pure I love it he is gunna win!
Charlene says – reply to this

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I personally think he is still one of the best contestants on the idol show and even if he did forget his lines its not that he's stupid its just that its so nerve racking being infront of so many people im amazed nobody else did that night and he's only 17
vanessaaa says – reply to this

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ummm WHO CARES?
david archuletas gonna win.
even if YOU people dont like him
there's thousands of people across america who ABSOLUTELY LOVE HIM.
besides, a beatle night?
something bad is bound to happen.
these are young kids on AI ,
how are they gonna remember such old ass songs??
sandz says – reply to this

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I LOVE HIM.
screw danny.
i really didn't like him.
paul says – reply to this

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he is so gonna win this