The judges try to steer the TV audience toward certain contestants and away from others. That is something I have noticed from the beginning. I've also noticed that they have to have a "shocking" elimination about halfway through, followed by the ousting of the spoiler the following week. It's a scripted show so why fight for it. All are good singers, that's why they made it to the finals now how they position themselves in the music industry is to be seen. Unique positioning is very important now. Without that uniqueness, in the end, you're just a very gifted singer!! Let's wait & watch for our fav to make it to the top of the charts!!