American Idol 8, February 10 Recap: The Waiting Is the Hardest Part

Seventy-two singers have survived multiple auditions and the dreaded group round. Now, they have one last song to impress the four judges with, and this time, they get to break out the instruments. At the end of the day, twenty-two will head home, and fifty will face the chair. This… is… not my regular night!

You may be wondering why I’m writing this instead of Jenn Brasler. Since my Fox affiliate is showing a basketball game tomorrow night, Idol will be pushed back pretty late. And it’s the ever-important semifinalist reveal episode. I couldn’t just make you loyal readers wait to read all about the Top 36. Thus, a game-free Jenn and I switched nights for the week. I hope you enjoy me just as much.

Back in the holding room, best friends Danny Gokey and Jamar Rogers are feeling the tension. Earlier, Jamar sang first with “Hey There Delilah” by the Plain White T’s. He’s way too rough. The green jacket isn’t working, either. Danny congratulates his buddy backstage but Jamar knows he could have done better.

Danny is next, singing “I Hope You Dance.” Move over, Lee Ann Womack. At first, it’s just good for a guy who has been great so far. That’s before he hits the main hook. With his story, his airtime, and his talent, Danny is not just a lock for the finals, he could very well win.

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