Jason Castro may not have shot the deputy, but with a swift but painful rendition of a Bob Marley classic, he annihilated his hopes of becoming the next “American Idol.”
Now ask him if he cares.
The dreadlocked, easygoing Texan was sent packing from “American Idol” on Wednesday night in what was arguably the most jubilant exit of any contestant ever.
Admitting that his inexperience had gotten the better of him during the previous night’s grueling performances of “I Shot the Sheriff” and “Mr. Tambourine Man,” Castro appeared visibly relieved to have the pressure of the competition behind him. Having to perform two songs in one week, he said, was tough to handle.
The 20-year-old college student, who all season long seemed to take the pressure of the show less seriously than his rivals, even said he had appreciated one of the barbs sent his way after he had forgotten some of the words to “Mr. Tambourine Man.”
“Somebody told me that I shot the Tambourine Man yesterday,” he said, laughing. “I thought that was pretty funny.”
Later, host Ryan Seacrest pointed out that Castro appeared to be relieved.
“There’s three songs next week,” Castro responded. “I don’t know what I would have done.”
Castro then launched into his final performance on the show, laughing and joking his way through “I Shot the Sheriff” one more time.
All in all, Castro’s gleeful exit was a welcome change from the tears and melodrama that often accompany the ousting of an “Idol” contestant.
Still, without Castro around to remind us that dude, this is just a TV show, the competition is bound to start feeling more serious. After all, we are down to just three singers now, all of whom are formidable contestants with their eyes laser focused on taking the “Idol” throne.
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He is a cool guy, happy and free maybe he wasn’t in to being molded into person he does NOT want to become.
God Bless
- Posted by Ms MeeMeeI’m guessing of course… If my theory is correct he’s smarter than some would give him credit for…
I will miss Jason Castro
jason was the most unique there had his own style and was something different that AI hasnt had before, he was so laid back. so sad hes gone i didnt think he would win but i was hoping he would make it to the final,i was only watching because of him dont care who wins now jason was my favourite and still is hope he gets a career out of this! and i loved his exit, he makes me laugh!
- Posted by bernieits cute that jason castro idolizes and even tries to dress like bob marley… syesha bores me ..david cook is nice and super talented but slightly down syndromed looking and david archuleta well he may be peering outta the closet…. jason was friggin hot, sexy eyes , sexy lips yum …..
- Posted by realjamaicanCarly has the best voice, she is better than Syesha. David Cook was cocky early in the competion and learned that it isn’t cool to talk back, so now he seems a little phoney to me. David A’s songs sound the same. After Imagine it was down hill for me. I’ll miss Jason, he is genuine and just what AI needed. I’m sure he realized early in the competition just as most that D&D will be in the finals. Someone like Jason singing show tunes is kinda wierd. He will do great singing his own songs. The best AI exit ever. No crying just happy to have made it that far. I was hoping Jason would make it just one more week, the show will be a drag without him.
- Posted by PCWell, I’ve had mixed feelings about Jason the whole time. He was not my favorite, but I did enjoy some of his performances. I never thought he was as terrible as he was judged to be at times. I did not think the Bob Marley song was that bad. It probably is very difficult to do/learn two or more songs in a week with everything they have going on and they probably have little time for sleep. Anyone who is on that show would have to have lots of energy and stamina. I might buy one of his CDs. For my taste, he was almost always better than Archie.
I have to admit that his exit WAS definitely different if not kind of refreshing compared to the usual sadness or shock.
I just enjoyed Michael and Carly both a lot and wish they could have been in the Top 3 along with Cook. Having said that, I am happy for Syesha.
- Posted by louieBob Marley would have been proud that Jason sang one of his songs and Bob Dylan probably feels honored that he sang one of his. My time and my music were in the 60s era, and Jason brought back the sweet memories of coffee shop troubadours with his unique sound. I loved all the songs he sang, even when he killed the tambourine man
I hate to see him go. His sweet demeanor and his gentle toughness when trampled by the arrogant Englishman who needs to go home, the dingbat, and the boy from the hood, are amazing. He was more of a gentleman than I would’ve been a lady. Blessings on you little hippy brother. May your future be bright and beautiful!
- Posted by SandyMiss Jason Castro? I won’t even be watching American idol anymore. No one else is any fun to watch - what boring, over-ambitious, Disneyesque wanna bes those remaining three are!!
- Posted by Bea FoxworthyGlenda- I think you should take your own advise about growing up! You shouldn’t bash people. It ruins your character and its just a t.v. show- dont watch it if you have nothing nice to say. P.s. There will NOT be another Daughtry - There is only One Daughtry.
- Posted by LauraJason, it was absolutely time for you to go! Is this AI a popularity contest or a real scout for music talent? He was good but, there were others who were eliminated that i honestly believed were better singers than him..David Cook to me should win. Archuleta has a good voice but he is not a risk -taker and plays it safe in my opinion every week.
- Posted by thelmaTHANK GOD JASON IS GONE! Talk about NO TALENT. Yuk YuK Yuk….that pretty much sums up EVERY performance. Nice guy and all I\’m sure but he does NOT know how to sing AT ALL. Hope you didn\’t quit your day job.
- Posted by GlendaLet’s all pray David Cook wins, well maybe David Archuleta but he is the same every week, never changes, always the same. David Cook is going to be the next Chris Daughtry, even if he doesn’t win Idol. Chris didn’t win and he is doing fantastic as he deserves. they should not let teeny boppers vote under 18 because someone is cute…GROW UP!
THANK GOD JASON IS GONE! Talk about NO TALENT. Yuk YuK Yuk….that pretty much sums up EVERY performance. Nice guy and all I’m sure but he does NOT know how to sing AT ALL. Hope you didn’t quit your day job.
- Posted by GlendaIt bewilders me that people are sooo vicious about ANY of the contestants. I loved Jason and is the only reason I watched the show, but I have no contempt for the remaining singers. My only dis is to the mean-spirited judges who could learn A LOT about character from almost all of the contestants this season. I hope that these singers influence their young audiences to be peaceful, loving independent thinkers, and not the hate-filled pons who will be the next generation to work for the soul-less corporate world that already has them wrapped around their little finger with their target marketing.
- Posted by SunnyI CAN NOT BELIVE THAT HE GOT KICKED OFF!!!!!!!!!!!! HE WAS MY FAVORITE OF ALL ! WAS HE YOURS? BYE
- Posted by nicoleJason is refreshing. I enjoy him far more than I do (and have)others that sport handlers and years of experience. I’ll submit he went as far as his talent would allow. Yet I’ll also submit that I’d rather watch and listen to him any day of the week that the run of the mill contestants left. The judges were unfairly rude to him. I thought they treated him differently than others and I fault them for losing me as a longtime fan of AI.
Not that AI will miss me. But for whoever might care a lick: Simon - I’m tired of your arrogance, Paula - you showed your true colors (and I’m not liking them) and Randy, I thought better of you.
- Posted by RainyAI seems so much more like a popularity contest to me now, remember Sanjaya?? I’m glad Jason was booted off. He is too good for AI. I have lost so much respect for AI.
- Posted by JASON FTW :)Jason did NOT say “Don’t Vote”…he said “Vote, Vote”. You can clearly see it if you watch it in slow motion as was done on one of his Fox affiliate interviews. he also clearly stated in interviews that he was not telling people not to vote for him.
- Posted by valerie rhynerSad that JC has gone but glad that Sayeesha has stayed - she practically lived in the bottom three throughout, despite some great performances and the judges frequent attempts to label her as Broadway rather than idol. She may well end up on broadway but she has shown us that she can be as versatile as any oth the others and deserves her place.
And yes, I think it’s time the judges smartened themselves up - they are far too full of themselves. I think Paula should be dropped (even though she is sweet) and be replaced with an expert who can actually be constructive, Randy should be taught a few new phrases and Simon, despite the fact that he is basically the most astute, be reminded that public floggings ended in the middle ages and he should be constructive, not destructive.
- Posted by GillianJason Castro was the best thing that has ever happened to American Idol. He’s the only reason I watched. Now that he’s gone that show is over for me. I will never watch again. He was the real deal. Undiscovered, natural talent. Yes he had his own style. Yes he wasn’t perfected yet. That was his charm. He was like a kid in a candy store and he got a little overwhelmed. I love him for all of it. The funny faces, the beautiful smile, the way he didn’t like the interview parts. Do you blame him. He never expected to get as far as he did. He should be commended for touching so many with his unique being. I will be a fan forever and will be purchasing any music he makes! Love, Peace & Jason Castro!!!
- Posted by IleneAll ot the top 10 on American Idol this year were talented. Jason Castro has a unique style and definitely belongs right up there with everyone else. He seems to have a healthy outlook on life and realizes he has come a long way and this is just the beginning for him. There was no reason for him to cry; he handled it just fine. He will do well and enjoy what comes his way. Jason, don’t listen to the negative people; just listen to the music and your heart. Your faith, family, attitude and talent will take you far.
- Posted by LisaAnni also enjoyed jason. so sorry hes gone. so many songs he could have sang beautifully. michael johns was good but forgettable. jason was so unique, funny and a natural talent. he had a very pretty voice with lots talent, playing many instruments. love his happy demeaner. love the guy, oh yes and very very easy on the eyes. wow those baby blue!!!!
- Posted by babs