SIMON COWELL, You Da Man!

If I were American, young and can sing a tune, I'd definitely try out for American Idol. Imagine the possibilities?

Instant dream careers have been made from American Idol. Think Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, David Archuleta, David Cook.......and, of course, Jennifer Hudson.

So, have you been keeping up with the show?

Truth be told, and honest to God, I am no fan of the show. But, I must say that I am completely amazed by the magnitude of its popularity so much so that thousands, year in, year out, want to have a shot at it, a shot at fame!

I totally understand.

In fact, I so understand why so many people with zero talent insist that they should be shortlisted. That is so totally insane.

And they blame Simon Cowell for their failure to launch!

As we know, Brit Simon is by now a certified BAD GUY on the panel of judges. This is absolutely unfair.

I find that people easily hit him because, well, he is THE bad guy, isn't he? So let him take the blame for you not making the cut.

Simon says it to you face. Uncensored and usually what you do not want to hear. The truth, baby.

I find that I am usually in agreement with him. Randy Jackson is truthful, Kara DioGuardi is too and of course, dear Paula Abdul is sweet. They don't lie to the contestants.

It's just that Simon is....BLUNT. Doesn't mince his words.

And they don't like it.

You'd think that the three Americans would be blunt. But no...it's the Englishman who is. And he makes no apologies for his bluntness.
His honesty, as he puts it.

That's why I like him. Because he does not give anyone false hope. But when you're good, he will tell you so.

I was able to catch the auditions on TV, for some quirky reason. There were so many unbelievably stupid people who really thought they could sing! And they got so manic and mad when Simon told them that they could not.

I must say, though, that those who were shortlisted were generally polite and decent kids.

When they could not make it to the next round, they were disappointed, but they took it well and thanked the judges. Well brought-up American kis, I must say.

So, who is your favourite?

For me, I'm torn between Adam Lambert and rocker Allison.

And Simon is still DA MAN for me! Yes!