Simon didn't know what he was talking about then. David was full of charisma...playing to the crowd, taking the mic and moving around the stage, and omg, that wink!!! And what was that crack about the rules. David was merely pointing out that he had to win the fans over in order to succeed in the competition! That is one of those times I don't miss Simon!
David is a very charismatic person. I've met him twice over the summer. His smile lights his whole face up and the crowds couldn't get enough of him. I've seen him in concert and he performed the best set of all the idols. His recent Christmas gigs which I wish I could have attended looked awesome on the tube. Judging by the media reviews and the people who went to the recent concerts, David was very popular and very engaging with the crowds.
This was definitely one of his best performances of the season...he rocked the heck out of it!!! Simon is totally full of s**t. And part of the reason we love David is that he is SMART and soooooo not boring and sooooooooo full of charisma!!!
Well it was a funny situation for DC because I don’t think he actually had winning in mind like a lot of the other people on this show. He just wanted to have some fun and make some money in the meanwhile. So you can clearly hear he was just jolly being a silly happy version himself and had a vibe of: “hey ma lookie me I’m on American idol rocking out this is so freakin awesome man!” I think that was where Simon was coming from that he was taking this competition too lightly like a school rock and boy instead of really trying the hardest to win people over. But later on weeks after weeks it just dawned on him that he might actually win this whole deal, his persona then really changed and evolved, so hence he really worked on the whole charisma situation. He was much more serious and professional with everything and you can see the pressure mounting on him especially with the rock week where he was almost a bit lost with the pressure and the expectations. He was less carefree, and clearly less relaxed than here on the early weeks.
I never tire of watching DC Idol performances... My favorite part of this one? 2:23-2:27. That "other rocker'/former Britney boyfriend Robbie not clapping with the other male contestants, thinking "Ah crap. My schtick would hold up against this guy."
I LOVED when he did this on Idol ... I still love watching it - 4 years later! Wish there was a full version ... AWESOMENESS! Can you spell CHARISMA? Yup: D-A-V-I-D C-O-O-K!
And Mr. David Charisma Cook took it all and continues to gain loyal fans. What a great performance for this early in the contest. Having been to some of his concerts, I can say that David Cook live is amazing. His singing and funny banter are fantastic.
That film helped A LOT!! A rocker who likes to READ! It's like we got someone who can sing us a rock song which is as beautiful as a love sonnet. What else can we hope for from a guy!
This is the 1 where Simon said he had no CHARISMA!!! Don't know what Simon was smoking. He had to eat his words when he came out & sang HELLO then later BILLIE JEAN. He's great!!
@@christhornycroft3686Sometimes he does, but not here. Simon had no idea what he was talking about much of the season regarding David Cook. Including the end, telling him that he lost, and sang the wrong song (which was one of the best performances of the season). He had to eat his words the next night.
I've seen the previous seasons and there has not been a contestant like him. He just has a great level. In fact i think this is the best season of all!!
Epic moment on Idol~ Showed how confident and smart David Cook was and that even Simon Cowel can be wrong about some contestants (he was right in most cases)
I definitely agree with the judges that David Cook is the rocker of the entire cast and he is a talented rock singer! He’s my favorite singer of that season!
I can't stop listening to David, he can make any song his! What awesome talent! What a wide range and I loved the way he spanked Simon. Simon can't take it like he can dish it out. Even if he is good at seeing real talent.
I still laugh out loud when Simon said he had no charisma. Hell, it was David describing himself as a word nerd that made me totally fall in love! And seeing this performance again, we see the seeds of his great talent and showmanship that we saw all throughout the Declaration Tour 2009.
This is the sexiest damn thing I've ever seen in my life. He leaves me breathless. Really. No charisma! Ridiculous! His charisma's off the charts. And courageous for David to speak up. Though I often back Paula, I agree that her comment about "junior high girls" was annoying and misleading; this song is made for those who enjoy sexy men (most of us way beyond junior high!), and David's take is intense perfection. I'd love to hear him sing this as his reprise.
P.S. Showing us his vocabulary and brains makes him fascinating to the nth degree; that is, MORE, not less, interesting and beautiful. Wow, Simon was off the mark with everything here. And yes, those arms. Those arms...
Oh lawd, when Paige sang this I was yelling at the TV; "Sweetie, you're not David Cook, put the microphone down and walk away!" I feel as though every time someone does a song that he performed this season, their version doesn't quite measure up.
it's not just cook. there were many idol prospects as well--michael, carly, syesha, jason c., brooke, and of course archuleta. they were all great, very likeable, unique, and unforgettable.
I love this song by David Cook. He grew so much week after week. Talk about awkward though...the way Simon got all bent out of shape. Simon was rude and looked like a fool, IMO. So glad David Cook won Season 7.
lol I love watching these videos back after the competition is over. Simon was so wrong and it's hilarious. His fans are now called the word nerds, so this is really funny. Simon will change his mind later. haha It's just funny to think how different Simon's opinion was in the end.
Simon Cowell turns people into millionaires and these contestants act like he's always against them. He's bold with his comments, sure. But you know what? That's why he's rich. Because he knows what sells and how to turn ordinary into fantastic.
Also, David's sort of "lucky" thing to do is put "AC" on everything (he even has a tattoo of it) because those are both of his brother's initials. Both of his well-known guitars have it
I'm not a huge AI fan but I thought he did quite well on this song. I would have been clapping had I seen it live. Remember....this is an early 70's song sung by and kid born in the late 80's and grown up in the 21st century. I don't expect him to feel at home with this song.
It sure is easy to forget that he had lots of other people competing against him. He had been a "real rocker" for years before this with Axium (and Analog Heart of course.)
Why are so many confused here? DAVID COOK WON AMERICAN IDOL 7. HE WON IT BY 12 MILLION VOTES (landslide)! This was an awesome performance.....very sexy and chrismatic. Simon really doesn't want to like him, but Cook wins him over eventually. I think Simon was a tad jealous. He needs to be the alpha male.
I think he is the most charismatic performer on AI ever. He isnt one bit arrogant. I don't even think he was trying to argue with Simon. He was merely making an observation that it is really the audience that has to see his charisma. Simon really over reacted. Personally I am waiting for Simon to say he was wrong.
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