Idol Drama

The big news at American Idol last night (Tuesday) was Syesha Mercado's meltdown. She was so touched by Paula's standing ovation during the critique portion. That after being turned down by Randy. Nevertheless, Simon agreed with Paula.

But with all the wet face of Syesha (from crying) all I could think of was why the production people could not give her a tissue. Ryan Seacrest thought about it and asked for one. That after Syesha's emotional outburst had already subsided.

Maybe a crying moment like this was so unexpected that's why the crew/staff did not think of having a tissue at arm's reach when the need arises.

Personally, I think Syesha did a good job. The performer who did not was Jason Castro. He is literally laughing his way to the finals. You could see it in his eyes Wednesday after Wednesday that he is the first one not to believe that he was safe. Think of all the young girls who are crazy about thouse eyes. They constitute the big fan base that he has.

In one interview, Jason said he has a girlfriend now and he wanted to spend time with her. So maybe this is part of the reason why he is not singing his best? The thing is, whether he loses, he still wins. He gets to see his girlfriend!