Sarah Walker

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After last night’s dreadful (pun intended) performances, it’s highly (again - intended) likely that Jason Castro will be leaving American Idol this evening.  But unlike last week, when babbling Brooke’s tears flowed like a river, the boot may come as a welcome relief to Jason.  Check out this quote from an interview Jason did with EW’s Mandi Bierly last week: 

“What happens happens.  I’ll sing and if people like it, they like it.  And if they don’t, they don’t.  I’m kind of ready to go home.  It’s been overwhelming.  I got 150 balloons delivered to the studio because people heard I was sick last week.  That’s cool, but that’s just weird.” 

Dude, you’re right.  It’s totally weird.  But it’s all part and parcel of the fame game.  Becoming famous exposes you to everyone out there, and lots of folks are obsessive, seriously need to develop a hobby, or are just plain strange.  And those on the brink of fame are either going to love the attention or shun it.  Personally I believe Syesha would love to receive 150 balloons and would  incorporate the fact into her next intro bit.  Jason on the other hand finds it disturbing and probably a little invasive.

Jason never seemed to be in this for the fame and fortune.  It was a fun ride at first, but now that he’s sensing the darker side, he’s ready to step back.  Jason is about the music and the musician’s lifestyle.  He needs to find his own path to doing what he loves and living the laid-back life he desires.  Jason, I think you would be very happy here in our town of Santa Fe, New Mexico: Mellow Capital of the World.  Half the population rides the ganja train all day long (hence the staggering frequency of chupacabra sightings - google it, you won’t be disappointed).  You could start out with your new uke in front of the Whole Foods, or any number of natural grocers.  Another white guy with dreads will almost certainly already be there, but he’ll be friendly and you two could jam and discuss hair care.  He’s probably had one fall out on a date, too.

But I digress.  Funny how my train of thought always seems to wander when Jason is involved, like being stoned by association.  It’s like walking around Santa Fe, especially when you’re stocking up on bulk jasmine rice or ooly tea.  There I go again. 

Anyway, Jason did seem to have fun last night with his songs (can’t go wrong with the Bob’s!) which was refreshing after the past couple of weeks.  Ever since Over the Rainbow, he seemed slightly annoyed at having to come in and perform when he just wanted to chill.  I thought this week we might get a live remote of Jason so he wouldn’t actually have to get up or anything.  (Remember Simon’s early comment?  Student strumming in the dorm at midnight?  You get the idea).  But this week Jason at least tried to bring it.  He ‘just went out and had fun.’  You know, like Michael Johns did with Dream On, like Carly did with JC SS, like Brooke did with I’m a Believer.  Uh oh. 

So, unless tonight’s elimination is a real shocker, it looks like Jason’s train may finally be puffing out of the AI station. 

At least he went out on a high note.