feeling inspired?

So tonight's collection of inspirational songs didn't exactly leave me ready to go out and change the world. Instead, it was kind of like chicken soup for the soul, spiked with Boone's Farm. Get it? Mmm.

The night strangely challenged my perception of some of the supposed "front runners" (Carly, David Cook) while helping some of the struggling contestants gain ground. Yes, those aforementioned ones include Kristy Lee.

Jason emerged as the night's No. 1 singer, gaining some "Hallelujah"-like momentum with his performance of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." (A take on a performance by a man with a last name I still can't spell. But thanks for the info, Lisa.)

And let's talk about the judges. What was Randy's deal tonight? Serious bad mood. It's like he just looked in the mirror and found out his gastric bypass surgery isn't working. Then there's Paula. Sigh. I still don't know what's more disturbing: the fact that her boobs were practically touching her chin tonight, or repeated mention of her chihuahuas.

Anyway, here's how I'd rank 'em:

1. Jason

2. Michael

3. David A.

4. Kristy Lee

5. Carly

6. Brooke

7. David C.

8. Syesha