MM - Almost Perfect **

It could have been a perfect American Idol season this year. The contestants were equally hot; each one brought refreshing uniqueness in their vocal prowess and performance. Week after week saw us constantly amazed at the talent discovered by our four lovely judges and we were left gripping the edge of our seats; waiting and wondering who will emerge as the chosen American Idol.

Through it all, we witnessed the emergence of a new talent; someone so rare for us to fortunately chance upon just once in a lifetime. Adam Lambert was the main reason many of us tuned in to the best singing show in the world every week. There was none other. No one proved to be as unique or as entertaining. To turn the Idol stage into a weekly concert was no easy feat, but that was precisely what Adam Lambert effortlessly achieved. Hopes were high that he would be crowned this year's American Idol, but when it really came down to it, underdog Kris Allen, from out of nowhere proved he had what it takes in the hearts of almost 100 million voters to represent America as their singing idol.

I was not surprised when Kris Allen was declared champion at the American Idol final showdown last week. After taking in the overwhelming turnout at his homecoming the week before the finale, it dawned upon me that this could be the one season where we'd have an unexpected result. While we can't deny Kris Allen's capability to belt out heartfelt numbers in his own originality and alluring form, there's simply no overlooking the talent and appeal of charismatic Adam.

However, it is what it is; and someone as amazing and talented as Adam is almost unbelievable. Too good to be true, the tendency to forgo voting Adam in view of sympathy or support votes for his opponent could be the reason behind his unexpected but not surprising loss. Week after week, Adam's performance just gets better and better and voters were probably much comforted by the fact that he will surely win even without ensuring that victory with actual votes. That belief did not work in Adam's favour however and after almost 100 million votes, he was declared the runner up as opposed to the champion he rightfully is.

As comforting as it is to know Adam Lambert will definitely sign on with some major recording deal and will eventually make a name for himself, that is really besides the point. Adam did everything possible with and beyond his talent and originality to win that crown. He deserved to win.

What could have been a perfect ending to an exciting American Idol season with the crowning of a superstar with the charisma, charm and talent to accompany the much coveted American Idol title unfortunately dissolved into an anti-climax let down when Adam Lambert came in second place to Kris Allen. As life would have it, that was just how this year's American Idol ended ... almost perfect.

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