So, conspiracy theorists are saying that David Archuleta may have intentionally tanked his performance on Tuesday in order to cool his hype a bit. Some of the bloggers and AI watchers can't believe that someone who has been singing in front of an audience as long as David would forget his lyrics, or be so utterly unprepared as he appeared to be. Others have called in to question his statement that he didn't know anything about the Beatles or their songs, given that he sang "Imagine" just 3 short weeks ago. It does seem odd, and out of character for this kid who seems to have been born in front of a micropohone. But I don't think there is a "conspiracy"and I'll tell you why. His hype was already cooling. Remember last week, his dour performance of Phil Collins "Another Day in Paradise"? Simon panned it, none of the judges were thrilled, he didn't lose any fans, but his momentum was stalled. Also, look at him. Does he look like he machinating any plots? Maybe I am completely fooled by his childlike appearance, but Little David doesn't seem like he is capable of any sort of dastardly deeds.
His dad, on the other hand, is apparently some sort of evil stage parent. ET is reporting that Little David's dad, Jeff, was once banned from the Star Search set for underhanded behavior. He hangs around the AI set yelling at David to the point of tears. So maybe the Dad thought that by haranguing his kid to the point that his performance suffered, he would cool his hype, thereby preventing him from peaking too soon? Sounds complicated, no? Regardless of any theories, conspiracy or otherwise, this guy Jeff sounds like a jerk. How could you make that sweet little kid cry?
Check out the ET story here.
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