American Idol

It is David versus David in this season's final showdown

Brooke White

Brooke White

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Every Breath You Take

Brooke stumbles with a false start, but she's charming enough that if anything, that probably helps her. Randy's absolutely right: the first third or so, with just Brooke and her piano, showcases the purity of her voice. But she should have fired the band this week: the insipid accompaniment that joins her on the bridge wafts the song off to the dentist's waiting room. The strong beginning should carry her through, though.

by James Poniewozik

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