Walk The Line

Like its four previous seasons, Season 5 of American Idol has seen numerous mini-controversies and memorable moments. From Simon almost quitting the show before auditions started in October of 2005, to Katharine McPhee's rumored breakdown during the semifinal round, to accusations of country-bumpkin Kellie Pickler being merely a less-talented Carrie Underwood. The latest in these uphill battles facing AI contenders is the recent bashing of haters in the message board's of rocker Chris Daughtry. Although CD has consistently gotten rave reviews from fans, observers and the judges (yes, even Simon!), he currently is facing huge criticism over his recent performance, an alternative rock-driven version of Johnny Cash's 1950's classic, "I Walk The Line". Apparently, some rock fans have commented CD's version being strikingly similar to a version done by alternative rock group Live in their Greatest Hits album. I personally have heard of Live's version, and it does sound similar to CD's version. So what?

I just hope petty criticism from haters do not hurt CD's chances. He is one who already deserves the title of American Idol, ten weeks away from the season's finale. America, please, for the love of God, don't make another mistake.