Ok, David just performed Stand By Me...and their is something I've been wanting to say the past few weeks. He sincerely does not realize how good he is. When Ryan called out his name last week and told him he was safe to continue on to the final four, the look on David's face was of genuine surprise and relief. And then again tonight, he listened to the judges and his reaction is like he's been picked to go to Hollywood for the first time.

I've said it before and will say it again...David Cook is the Daughtry (spelling) of the season. He's got his contract and will do well, but David A will be the next American Idol and the producers will be lining Music Row in Nashville fighting each other for this young man to sign with them. Folks, if you don't believe me, download some of his songs off itunes. Dolly Parton's "Smokie Mountain Memories" is the perfect example. If this is but a sample of what he can do, well I'm looking forward to many years and projects from David.