OMG they stood up for Joshua…what a shock. So over it. I hope he loses just so they will shut up about him. Poor guy is getting railroaded because the judges are setting him up to fall.

The judges are “lawyering” for Joshua? It’s a Tom Jones style imitation.

Give the young man credit, the artist stated clearly that he can sing. he never heard the song before came back 25 minute later and blew it out the water. yes he does scream but it is a good scream. I know but I like him and he is only 20 years old and he is mature and I think his a a bit more ready that the Jessica, I am just saying

Absolutely he the best

No one is saying he isn’t talented, but the judges showing favor is going to end up hurting him. People want the contestants to be treated equally. People will resent Joshua (for all the wrong reasons) and it isn’t even his fault. Now, what does Jesus have to do with any of that?

Josh is good but he’s not the best singer in 50 years…are you kidding me? I agree it’s getting really old for the judges to keep giving him standing ovations and such high praise. It’s going to backfire big time because I’ve heard so many people say they’re not voting for him now or in the future.

i like him. he’s my favorite singer

Jennifer Lopez is an idiot how can she call him the best singer in 50 years when she’s not even 50 years old

OMG!! Go crawl under a rock!!

These are probably people who like the other contestants and they are not doing so well!! So funny to see so many haters!!

So on point with your comment. The song was originally written for Ottis Redding before he died in the plane crash in 1967!!

That’s the point, they see it and just can not believe it because it is not their pick who is getting standing ovations!!

Are you a idiot? You do know music was out and hearing singers before her time!! Think before you speak!! IJS

Unc sam, show your face cause you have a lot to say!!

I agree with all of the good things that the judges are saying about Joshua, he has a God given talent and it comes from within, for someone to sing like he does with the performance that he gives it’s just amazing to watch. All of you haters need to stop and think about what you are saying. The truth of it is the boy is just bad and you all know it. Just wait until he starts to make music for a living and then we will see what everyone has to say then. Roll-on Joshua.

I think besides Jessica he is the best singer. The others are ok and Phillip Phillips is pretty goof but I think he is getting votes because of his good looks more than his talent. It’s time a different ethnicity win and with Joshua, with the right team behind him he could be on his way to being the next John Legend.
I would love to see him sing it up with him or Alicia Keys. Pure talent!

How come every time someone expresses a negative opinion about a black man/woman someone screams prejudice or racism??? Did you ever consider the fact that his voice or performance style doesn’t appeal to everyone and it doesn’t have one thing to do with what his race is??? It’s ridiculous. Ever heard the story about the boy who cries wolf? Check it out…

it not unual

Latrissa, Don’t be calling other posters idiots—I was thinking the same thing when I read her quote—besides she went a little to far with her statement. He is good and will be great some day I’m sure but he is far from the greatest singer in 50 years.

I think they’re all talented. Very much so and collectively way more than the contestants of past seasons. I don’t think Joshua is the best, but Im not keen on Philip or Skylar either. Everyone has a style and music type. Joshua’s no Al Greene, Skylar’s no Reba, and Philip is Philip.

Everybody has opinions, none are right or wrong, they’re preferences. Stop hating on people who aren’t liking what you like. Be kind for crying out loud!

I agree with you but for one point, how many times do the judges say “this is a singing competition”? I’ve never heard them say it’s a performing competition. Philip doesn’t perform, IMHO, and he’s popular. Why does everyone else have to be held to a performance standard (and Jessica was told she’s no Tina Turner – at 16 years old, no less!) Too many different standards that these kids are being held to.

Ledet is good. Our winner this year…. I only watch him and I am done watching American idol!

I understand what the judges were saying his raw talent to be so young when he sings/performs he quiets a room and he makes u believe that song . He is an awesome singer I can say this I haven’t seen an artist in a while that can sing n capture a person ex . Whitney houston , aretha franklin , celine dion , mariah , marvin gaye , luther vandross , a list if great artist . They can stand still and move an entire room through their music . He is a great singer give him some credit . And for the person who said the judges hasn’t stood up for the other singers on the show …um yes they have . They have good singers this season hands down but let’s be honest that boy is in his own category . I pray the best for that young man he has brought musin worth listening to. So tired of these non talented clowns nowadays.

I think he is great, but I didn’t like the way he pushed Phil Phillips away when he reached out to hug him. Fot that reason….and only that reason…..I would like too see him taken down a notch.

Jennifer Lopez is an idiot. Not the brightest bulb in the room. its an insult to the great legends of the past 50 years to proclaimed Joshua the best.

I was originally hoping for Joshua/Jessica final. But after the judges over pimping him and giving him standing Ovation everytime he open his mouth trying to sway and convince voters to vote for Joshua. Now I hope he get eliminated next week. The Judges lost all credibility specially JLO! The best singer the past 50 years she ever heard? Really Jennifer? That’s an insult to every legends dead or alive the past 50 years including Steven Tyler!

Lol man what is it with you fuckin Americans? I swear they put something in your water to make you all half retarded. Its no wonder your whole country is going to shit.

Firstly anyone who says joshua can’t sing must have a fucking brain injury, even if it’s not your favorite style of singing Joshua’s is pure fucking genius. He ha perfect pitch and the easiness in his tone is amazing. The way he manipulates songs into his own style seems fucking effortless and to top it all of he’s young and an amazing performer.

You really think you racist redneck beatniks know more about music than Jennifer Lopez? Seriously grow a fucking brain. I think the only reason Phillip is winning is because you people don’t want a colored person

Some people just have to complain and go against the grain. That’s ok; we all take on different walks in life. Ignorance is a choice! I admit that I favor Joshua over the other four contestants, but I love all five of them. I think we should remember that professionals are judging these contestants; they know great talent when they hear and see it. Also, it’s not just the three judges that feel the way they do about each of the contestants (especially Joshua). Joshua may become the next American Idol; he may not; it’s up to the voters. But he’s really good; he’s super; he is a great singer and performer for his age. He sings with conviction (as do the others) and he hopes that the songs he chooses (or are chosen) for him are ones that will inspire others; that’s the Christian upbringing coming out of him (love it). I hope he puts out Christian albums. Whichever route he takes, I hope he will stay true to his roots. Don’t player hate the young man because he growls in his songs; Phillip and Jessica growl in their songs, also and no one is player hating on them :) And for crying out loud people…stop blaming the contestants because of how the judges act and react towards them. Just love the show and vote for the best. And if you find that it would go against your grain to vote for the best, then at least vote for your favorite and hope they get through to the next round. Peace!

all the singers are fantastic talent….anyone of them can win…leyts just enjoy thier perfomances…one i do know all of them will get contract….love music

and all the singers are very humble this year..it is great to see

There was one lone standing ovation on Wednesday’s “American Idol” – and it was for none other than Joshua Ledet.

Wow that famous psychic that predicted all the other AI winners correctly – predicted Josh Ledet will win this thing……

I CAN TELL BY WHAT YOU SAID THAT YOU ARE YOUNG,SO WHAT IF HE DIDN’T WANT PP HUGGING HIM HELL YOU GUYS ARE CALLING HIM GAY SO IF IWAS HIM I WOULDN’T PP HUGGING ME ON NATIONAL EITHER, JOSHUA IS SENT FROM GOD ABOVE AND HE HAS A CALLING ON HIS LIFE SO SWEET HEART HE WILL BE A SUPER STAR IT’S ALREADY IN THE MIX, TO ALL YOU HATERS STOP HATING ON JOSHUA CAUSE HE HAS TALENT, I AM A DIE HARD JOSHUA FAN, EVEN THOUGH I LIKE PP AND JESSICA BUT REALLY JOSHUA SHOULD HAVE WON IDOL BUT IT’S ALL GOD’S GOT HIM

OMGoodness!!! Thanku, thanku, thanku…lol! I’ve read this whole thread and 2 pple stand out as the biggest “$%#holes ever, Miss Blessed and highly favored and the one who does not speakie no inglish, rotf lmbo right now! I so wanted to say exactly what you did!!!! now I know, I ain’t CRAZY!!!!

Stop dissing Americans! You don’t know anything about us as individuals, one bad apple dosen’t spoil the whole bunch! Get it right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1