tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post1009970340524098820..comments2023-09-24T05:57:43.728-04:00Comments on American Idol: David Archuleta has a "Long and winding road" to get back in my heartJamshid Mousavinezhadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11221287214525703194noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-89709998699197676522008-03-26T23:53:00.000-04:002008-03-26T23:53:00.000-04:00David Archuleta makes me wish that the world coul...David Archuleta makes me wish that the world could be a better place and gives me hope that maybe it can.<BR/>It's not an act, watch his interviews, he's not faking it. This boy’s goodness and kindness come through so clearly – he talks about finding something to like in everyone. What he says about what he gets from the music and how his singing affects others, is very moving. Although shy, he stands his ground about the things he believes in, like helping those who have nothing – and does this in his brief chance to speak while being judged in front of millions.<BR/>I was deeply moved hearing David sing “Imagine” and “The Long and Winding Road”. He has remade those songs; there is an emotional intensity that was never there. (I'm a huge Beatles and Lennon fan from way back) I find myself thinking of other great songs I want to hear him perform.<BR/>Myself and these other parents that keep rushing to David's defense do it because he represents so much that has been lost. He seems much younger than most 17 year olds – there's a happy innocence there. His smile can light up a room. He reminds us of what we were like as kids before we were changed by societal pressure and our own stress and concerns. Reading the cynical things that some columnists and bloggers have said, kind of breaks my heart. We seem to have sunk so low that it's ok to attack an innocent kid. They speculate about his sexuality and seek to expose him as a phony. Do we have to tear down and destroy someone so good before he’s even allowed to grow up? Win or lose this competition, David will be successful. I sincerely hope he can stay true to his heart and not be negatively impacted by all that is sure to come. Sorry it's long but had to get it off my chest.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-49430648206895519262008-03-24T22:08:00.000-04:002008-03-24T22:08:00.000-04:00I've not been a big AI fan, but the first time I h...I've not been a big AI fan, but the first time I heard David A, I couldn't help but find myself smiling. What an amazing voice, and a nice kid! As a mom, it's refreshing to know there are still kids in entertainment that are humble and sincere. What a change from the spoiled brats we hear about most of the time. Getting tired of him? Please, I'm tired of hearing about the bad gals of Hollywood. To hear someone with such talent, THAT can never be boring. At least he isn't debating with the judges! As a fan of The Long and Winding Road, his version was the best I've heard. And each week I look forward to enjoying his performance and yes, I find myself smiling.Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07724339620535674367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-12853236484340072892008-03-23T05:21:00.000-04:002008-03-23T05:21:00.000-04:00pardon me to tell you this, but this is what peopl...pardon me to tell you this, but this is what people are nowdays.. they love violence, porn addiction, drugs and all the negative things that you can imagine.. david.a is doin a great job by bein humble eventhough he is oneof the best contestants in A.I. if bein good is a problem, what do you really teach your children to be?? bad?! vicious?!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-86116623562344511602008-03-21T13:30:00.000-04:002008-03-21T13:30:00.000-04:00You get tired of somebody being nice? You find in...You get tired of somebody being nice? You find innocence and purity as annoying? Wow, you need to straighten your views, pal. Britney's partying or Lohan's rehabilitation is TIRING and ANNOYING, not David's fresh image. Geez.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-48020231426680322002008-03-21T13:07:00.000-04:002008-03-21T13:07:00.000-04:00I am 53 years old and remember when the Beatles fi...I am 53 years old and remember when the Beatles first came to America! I also remember when the song, "The Long and Winding Road" came out originally. It was nice enough at the time, but I have never, never heard such a beautiful rendition of this song as Mr. Archuleta performed this week. I have heard this song thousands of times, but this is the first time I was moved to tears by it. Thank you David and good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-11153741767807044152008-03-19T20:35:00.000-04:002008-03-19T20:35:00.000-04:00aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh david david david y...aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh david david david you are so cute ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-89027175460036888992008-03-19T20:13:00.000-04:002008-03-19T20:13:00.000-04:00Man I cant believe that Archuleta is only 17. He's...Man I cant believe that Archuleta is only 17. He's voice blows me away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-41524961832222121032008-03-19T14:47:00.000-04:002008-03-19T14:47:00.000-04:00I agree with you 100% that he cries on queue as do...I agree with you 100% that he cries on queue as do some of the others. The basic strategy is, if you cry, you get camera time. If you can't cry get next to someone who is crying.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512954247143765313.post-62906263033568786282008-03-19T02:38:00.000-04:002008-03-19T02:38:00.000-04:00As far as David Archuleta goes...He is a breath of...As far as David Archuleta goes...He is a breath of fresh air with his humbleness...so many kids these days are complete snobs, thinking way too highly of themselves. To be as adorable as he is and incredibaly talented, it's awesome that he has his head on straight and shows true thankfullness for his success ! Some of the older contestants have visably let it go to their head when they get a compliment from the judges.Keep it up, David!Just believe in yourself and be confident.You have what it takes !! You are what kids these days need to see !And I've seen plenty of kids...I have 5 of my own !Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com