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David Cook's 'Light On': Resistance is futile!

Sep 25, 2008, 11:38 AM | by Michael Slezak

Categories: 'American Idol', Music

It's no secret that I thought America Idol voters did the right thing by handing the season 7 crown to David Cook last May. After all, I reasoned at the time, the show needed a champ who'd be ready from Day One to lead the Billboard charts, and remind the nation of the show's pop-cultural relevance at a time when its star-making power and ratings mojo were both being question.

Well, based on Cook's debut single*, "Light On," a straight-up-the-middle midtempo rocker, the dude is poised to be part of a balanced, mainstream rock diet alongside artists like 3 Doors Down, Nickelback, and Staind. Cook's got the genre's appropriately earnest, slightly tormented delivery down pat, although if I'm being honest, my favorite part of the vocal actually arrives at the 2:50 mark, when he reins in the growl for a minute and shows off the beautiful tone that…ugh, never mind, I'm starting to sound like Paula. Anyhow, while this musical genre is admittedly not a staple of my iPod, it's hard to deny the hook concocted by A-list co-writer Chris Cornell and Brian Howes. After two listens, the "Light On" chorus got caught in my head like butter in the crannies of an English muffin.

Which isn't to say the track is perfect. The lyrics, about a guy who's hitting the road and leaving a loved one behind, feel more like a logjam of carefully focus-grouped words than anything deeply meaningful. The bridge is bombastic almost to the breaking point (of Cook's vocal). And a little part of me -- the part that grew up listening to my sisters blast "Jumpin' Jack Flash" and "Born on the Bayou" and "Lola" on the record player -- wishes some of today's rocker dudes realized that not everything needs to be so unrelentingly serious. (As Lexi Featherston once said, "Whatever happened to FUN?") But the bottom line is: "Light On" is probably going to be a major hit. And if Cook does the right thing and records a cover of Mariah Carey's "Always Be My Baby," I may not be able to resist the urge to download his disc when it drops in November.

What do you think of "Light On"? And how about it's commercial prospects? Let's hear it in the comments section below, and -- here's an idea, fellow Idol addicts -- let's keep the conversation civilized!

* I will not acknowledge the winning Idol single foisted on Mr. Cook by the pabulum-loving folks at 19 Entertainment.

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Sun, Jan 25, 2009 at 10:11 AM EST

You guys are so stupid. Light On is gold and has sold almost. Its almost 600K . The cd is almost platinum..almost 900k....

Marcie Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 05:30 PM EST

I love the album. LO is great, but I really like the songs he wrote himself the best. I think he is here for a long long time - no matter who he dates!

To: nit-wit Heather G. Sun, Jan 4, 2009 at 10:31 AM EST

Okay, you dumb-f**k, this was posted on Dec 10th at Idol Chatter:

David C.'s Light On is up 67-60 on the chart, but was down 5% in sales to 19,000 for a total of 298,000. That's by far the smallest decline of any charting Idol this week, for a minor consolation.

So the poster was correct about her/his numbers.

Common sense Sat, Jan 3, 2009 at 03:38 PM EST

Ummmm .... the poster wrote the comment on Dec 10th when the Light On "single" had only sold 298K. It's not gold yet as of today either. Who exactly is the dumb f**ck idiot now, loser?

heather g Sat, Jan 3, 2009 at 08:58 AM EST

whoever "i can't resist it" is, needs to go back to 1st grade. dude, you can't even count!! not only has david cook's album been out for only a month and a week, but to date he has sold approximately 813,000 copies; in 1st grade terms for "i can't resist it" is three quarters of a million records. you're a moron. i guess i shouldn't be suprised at the astonishing number of idiots that think they know what they're talking about. to all that know what i'm talking about... calgon, take me away.

I can resist it! Wed, Dec 10, 2008 at 11:07 PM EST

Resistance is futile??? Huh? Is this why it has sold only 298k copies to date? and it's been out for 2 months. It won't even go gold. I can resist!!! and obviously many others have resisted it too!

Sandra Wed, Nov 19, 2008 at 10:49 PM EST

WAY TO GO DAVID

YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

Sandra Wed, Nov 19, 2008 at 10:49 PM EST

WAY TO GO DAVID

YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

Light On is the best song on the cd Thu, Nov 13, 2008 at 10:40 AM EST

I heard the songs on his cd. I think Light On is the best of the bunch, and look how it tanked as a first single,in terms of sales. Our boy is trouble, me thinks!

Brenda Sat, Nov 8, 2008 at 05:29 PM EST

Woah, what's with all the hate on here. Wasn't this article about David Cook. Why are all the Archie's still comparing. This isn't a contest, it's real life. I hope David Archuletta does really well with his album, but I also hope David Cook does really well with his new album, too. I'm a HUGE Cook fan, always have been. Why keep comparing him to Archie. Give it a rest already. btw I listened to "crush" today and really liked it, it's nice and catchy and shows off Archie's voice. I also LOVE "Light On" and can't stop watching the video. Two completely diff. genres So stop the fighting already! :o)

Lee Fri, Nov 7, 2008 at 10:51 PM EST

I think David Cook is a brilliant musician, and I'm really looking forward to his album. I like Light On. It wasn't a song that I loved at first, but the more I hear it, the more I like it. I'm really interested to hear the other songs that he wrote himself.

Nancy Thu, Nov 6, 2008 at 08:32 PM EST

LOVE IT even more now that I saw the official video for Light On!!

Ed Thu, Nov 6, 2008 at 05:17 AM EST

Cook's "talent" would be hard to find under a microscope, and his arrogance only makes him more revolting. His talent is average, so there's no point in mentioning the talent of just another generic rock singer. I'm not surprised that 'Light On' is doing so badly on the charts. He screeches rather than sings that song, which is a shame, because he does have a nice voice.

Thu, Oct 30, 2008 at 02:08 PM EST

DUDE! this item is still active?

Wed, Oct 29, 2008 at 04:01 PM EST

So that's what this is about: Light On versus Crush, gee I should have known. Cook is not arrogant you are!
In fact, you are downright sore for some reason. Oh! And by the way Cook's talent is what you are jealous about and the fact he won AI. Yup, that's it ins't it? I'm so sorry!

Arrogance will get you nowhere! Wed, Oct 29, 2008 at 12:03 PM EST

Light On is Lights Off at #60 on the Top 100 compared to Crush which is still at #15 ... even though RCA was giving away Light On over the past 10 days or so. Given that his talent is about average for the industry, Cook's arrogance is going to be his ultimate demise.

Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 07:38 PM EST

My point exactly.
These postings make no sense at all!
Someone here needs to loosen up. There is a real world out there with real problems. Why do people pick on David Cook so much? What has he done to these people?
And if you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all.


Gonna Have To Agree Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 06:31 PM EST

That "looser" post makes no sense at all.

What is a "shackette"? I know it's some DC group and all, but what does the word mean. anybody??

Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 06:18 PM EST

That would be "loser" not "looser". Lol. I think if you are going to call someone that, you should probably know how to spell it. Otherwise, you might look like one.

And by the way, your post makes no sense whatsoever.

Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 04:35 PM EST

Said one looser to another:
Hey! Did you hear about David Cook's Light On single?
Said the other: No! I couldn't hear it or see it if you hit me on the head. I'm completely astonished how the world sucks!

Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 02:24 PM EST

All these Cougars and Shackettes pretending to be men. Lol.

blackfeline Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 08:48 AM EST

it's official..the single by David Cook...a flop!

Wha? Mon, Oct 27, 2008 at 08:33 PM EST

"Cook's behavior since he won"

...

what behavior since he won, what're you talking about?

Can't give away Light On if ya tried Sun, Oct 26, 2008 at 09:17 AM EST

Glad to see that Cook has a couple of fan dudes. He'll need them. But sorry to say RCA can't even give away Light On. It's dropping in the charts again and it's way way below Crush, which came out 2 months earlier (Light On #32; Crush #14). If you think this has nothing to do with Cook's behavior since he won ... well we won't go there!

Jake Fri, Oct 24, 2008 at 04:18 PM EST

Hey, Greg! You're not the only old dude who thinks Cook has something great. My 17-year-old daughter got me hooked on American Idol a couple of seasons ago and we watch religiously. The last season we were rooting for Cook all the way. He certainly has the talent. Just hope he has the nerves to handle the music biz!

greg Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 05:18 PM EST

It is not only the old gals that like Cook. Some of us old dudes think he is pretty good too. Having grown up on rock'n'roll from the very beging I have enjoyed the evolution of the genre to where it is today. Of course there were some phases that were not as good as others. Cook has a great voice and a great interpreter of music. The jury is still out on whether or not he is a good composer. I am not crazy about Lite On, but I need to listen a few more time. I which he would put out a CD of the music he did on AI along with some other classics. Hoping Cook has a long and productive career.

to karen barton Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 11:41 PM EST

These older women and fans of Cook are labeled cougars because thats how they chose to define themselves, going on and on about how hot Cook is (ick!) and what they would do to him if they were with him (ick, ick!)

There is absolutely nothing wrong with being an older woman and a fan of someone of any age, including younger than you. I think that is great. But it just shows a lack of dignity and self-respect to define yourself as someone who wants to go after boys much much younger than you and think that the rest of the world won't see how ridiculous and desperate it appears and laugh at you.

Cook & Archie fan Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 03:39 PM EST

I didn't really like Cook when he was on AI (I'm a HUGE Archie fan) but I met him at one of the concert meet&greets and he was the sweetest guy ever, took time to actually talk to me and was completely normal, no ego at all (unlike a lot of the other contestants I should add). And because of that I'm definitely gonna buy his album. You can not like his music but you should still respect him as a person.

karen barton Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 09:56 AM EST

you know what?! i am sick of older women being referred to as cougars...we all age but what difference does it make to anyone who i like to hear...i love david cook and i love that he respects all ages......

Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 09:52 AM EST

Apparently Cook fans also have no sense of humor.

Give it up! Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 09:51 AM EST

Your comments are a reflection of who you are.

Cook throws himself under the bus! Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 08:58 AM EST

One thing for sure ... it looks like Cook has thrown himself under the bus by dating KimberSkankMe. What a fool ... his poor sales of Light On are a reflection of many many lost fan girls ... the young ones mostly ... the old bats have stuck around but who wants a bunch of cellulite bags as your fans?

Sat, Oct 18, 2008 at 08:45 AM EST

No, but it could be yours!!!

To Person Below Me Fri, Oct 17, 2008 at 11:20 PM EST

Is that Cook's next single?

Fri, Oct 17, 2008 at 10:16 PM EST

The wheels in the bus go round and round, round and round, round and round
The wheels in the bus go round and round, all through the town

The people on the bus go up and down, up and down, up and down
The people on the bus go up and down, all through the town

The lights in the bus go on and on, on and on, on and on
The lights in the bus go on and on, all through the town

The haters in the bus go hate hate hate, hate hate hate, hate hate hate
The haters in the bus go hate hate hate, all through the town

Fri, Oct 17, 2008 at 10:18 AM EST

Don't forget singing TOML in front of 15,000 different people at each concert.

ballywho Fri, Oct 17, 2008 at 04:31 AM EST

Fact: Cook fans kept telling the world that TOML didn't count and that we needed to wait for the "official" first single to see how how dominant he would be in the marketplace. Well, we waited, it wasn't worth it and he isn't.

Fact: No Cook fan would have ever predicted that the first single would flop as it has. But flop it has.

Fact: No Cook fan would have ever predicted that Archuleta's "Crush," released some 12 weeks post TOML and w/out the advantage of a 31 million viewer preview or Leno, would EVER end up w/in 245K units of TOML--much less by week 9 of Crush's launch. The math is easy, but the truth is hard to swallow.

Carol Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 12:37 AM EST

http://formercookfan.livejournal.com/#asset-formercookfan-15907

Good Free Uncensored Board about David Cook

Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 05:41 PM EST

Its not a matter of hate. It's just reality. The general consensus is that this is a very boring song.

But you are right, you have your own opinion. I apologize for attacking it.

Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 05:41 PM EST

Its not a matter of hate. It's just reality. The general consensus is that this is a very boring song.

But you are right, you have your own opinion. I apologize for attacking it.

Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 05:41 PM EST

Its not a matter of hate. It's just reality. The general consensus is that this is a very boring song.

But you are right, you have your own opinion. I apologize for attacking it.

Re: Delusional Fan Below Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 04:59 PM EST

I know what I like. Stop wasting your energy here if you hate the guy so much. Volunteer, or pick up a hobby.

Delusional Fan Below Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 04:09 PM EST

Six singles as good as Light On? Please pray to Sweet Baby Jesus that is not the standard for the CD.

David wants his album to be "important" Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 03:24 PM EST

That statement makes me respect him as a musician even more than before. It demonstrates his ambition (and ambition is tres sexy!). If all of the songs on that album are as good as Light On, he'll easily have over half a dozen singles off this album. As a fan, I have mixed feelings about this! Too many singles = too long to wait until the next album :)

My favorite quote from his radio interviews yesterday was in regards to how he got to write so much for his big label debut album. His strategy was to write songs that are so good that the label would WANT to include them. That way he gets what he wants while building a good relationship with these people. He's also putting his graphic design degree to good use with the album art. He's also darned proud of his band mates!

I don't care how he charts or how well it sells, this is one album that will definitely be worth owning.

Reply to HUBRIS IS THY NAME Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 01:05 PM EST

Bingo! Your comments matched by thoughts exactly. It seems so self-important and not too smart to suggest his album will be "important" when it was written, recorded and released in a six month timeframe and much of that time he was on tour. I feel nothing when I hear Light On and I don't understand they way the song was delivered by David.

Sharon Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 11:14 AM EST

David Cook is a major dumbass for dating Caldwell. Major.

Her history proves what a s l u t she is. Cook has to be very desperate to be with this skank that other idols seem to avoid.

His voice is beautiful and he is a talent, but his choice in who he is dating, is stupid.

reply to bamabunny Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 10:48 AM EST

Speak for yourself!
I never watched AI before this past season, and it was because of David Cook that I started watching it and voting like crazy. Why? Because he can sing, play guitar and put on a one man show, there I said it. This guy stood out okay? Now don't tell me that you know what his real fans are and insult me and his real fans about knowing music or talent. I know good music and can spot an excellent artist.
As for AI season eight I couldn't care less, unless there is someone that stands out like David Cook did, then maybe I'll watch it.
By the way Michael Slezak, I never knew there were so many people who wanted to come out of hiding and bash David Cook and question who his real fans are. But you have made that possible with this article and the fact that we don't really know who these people are that are saying these things. WIMPS!

bamabunny Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 10:15 AM EST

Whoops, Freudian slip there, I didn't mean "created" artists, I meant "introduced us to"...

Shoot.

bamabunny Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 10:13 AM EST

*Sigh* I have decided that all of you so-called "fans" that dumped DC like a bad habit because of who he chose to date, who insist on continuing the "competition" between DC and Archie despite the fact it ended IN MAY, who want to take quotes and use them to put down DC, Kim, even Archie, and all of the real fans, are NOT, I repeat NOT fans of music. You are fans of the reality tv that created these artists. And I will pay you no mind, because Season Eight starts in January and you'll find other contestants to love and hate.

Reply to WTFCook Tue, Oct 14, 2008 at 08:17 AM EST

i thought i recognized your first line! maybe that's because *I* wrote it on another forum! taking my words out of context and passing them off as yours... ridiculous. you couldn't form an original coherent thought on your own?

WTFCook? Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 09:25 PM EST

Making such bloated statements like he did in RS and on ET is bad judgement because it not only opens him up to ridicule, it also reveals a significant level of arrogance. Little Sparrow has turned into Little Icarus - mind that you don't crash and burn.

HUBRIS IS THY NAME Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 09:19 PM EST

Cook said in an interview on ET 10/11 that he wants his album to be "important"... That's just dumb. He sounds really silly declaring he wants to make the next White Album and then releasing ... Light On.

And I know Light On has its fans, but I think it's a terrible song. Purple poetry lyrics, lame hook, boring production choices, and depressing, joyless vibe. The vocal from Cook is also very over-the-top and doesn't bring much nuance or personality to the song. This is neither good art, nor good pop. Just bad. I don't see any hit potential.

What is RCA doing? Or is it Cook who is steering himself in the wrong direction? I'm not a huge fan of his pre-Idol stuff, but the songs I heard from Analog Heart are better than this. Even TOML is better.

Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 02:55 PM EST

...and stop talking to yourself.

Blender Magazine Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 01:39 PM EST

I freaking loved that Blender mag article. It's good to see David be himself outside the confines of American Idol. Everything about that interview shows that David is not only a great musician, but would be a lot of fun to hang out with in real life.

I'd take shots of Patron with David Cook any day!

Reply to: AdEXEC Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 12:55 PM EST

You said it sister! Power of image is EVERYTHING. IT'S THE WHOLE PACKAGE THAT I VOTED FOR!! UNFORTUNATELY, IT'S BEEN DISAPPOINTING EVER SINCE MAY. FOR THAT REASON, I WILL NOT BUY ANYTHING HE PRODUCES FOR THE REASON THAT I DON'T WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE SKANK'S LIFESTYLE!!

Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 12:27 PM EST

hi fanforlife! i see you're still on your "PR" high... if you hate the guy, stop wasting your energy on him!

AdEXEC Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 11:41 AM EST

LO is tanking because of his association with Caldwell.

The day David Cook asked the biggest slut from American Idol out on National TV killed the excitement of his win. He was a complete fool. Why do you think Caldwell's been single for so long? She has to latch on to Cook now to extend the fame she never achieved.

If Idol ever went off the air, this chick would have no career.

2. LO is mediocre. It's mid tempo. He should have a more upbeat tempo with a hook. Something similiar to the latest 3 Doors Down song.

I don't think the video or radio play will change things. Many fans think has been acting very cocky lately...read Blender Magazine.

3. And no one wants to hear songs written about him missing skankwell or his undying love for her.

His career is done...trust me. This guy knows nothing about the power of image. He should have stayed single at least until next year. He is afraid to do anything on his own...like singing the Nat'l Anthem.

2 yr shelf life.

Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 11:32 PM EST

archie iz betta

marie (in response) Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 02:17 PM EST

I have to admit that, even though I adore David Cook, I thought that Archuleta's single was much stronger. It showcases his talents very well. I did point out that Cook's single isn't doing too badly, but I also must admit that I personally wasn't thrilled with it either. I like it. It's catchy. It's nice. Just not great, as I had hoped. I'm looking forward to the album, hoping there are some songs that will take several listens to appreciate. Those are the ones that really stick with me for the long haul. Thanks for your comments.

to marie (cont.) Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 11:26 AM EST

And please don't personally bash Archie here. I am not trying to start something that escalates into a disgusting back and forth. I used the fact that Archie appears to be doing better to make my point, not to say, na na na na na.

I wish Cook well. Perhaps the album will be important and as awesome as he wants it to be.

to marie Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 11:18 AM EST

That is based on the first week sales. I am not trying to cause problems, but fans should be realistic. It is not exactly creating a buzz right now. We'll see what happens if and when it gets heavy air play. But the alarming drop in sales does say something about the initial reaction to the song. I was somewhat a fan of Cook's during the show and downloaded some of his songs on itunes. I would not buy this song. I suspect the people who, like me, aren't huge fans of Cook's are not going to buy Light On just to support him. This is the point where he has to gain new fans. Again, we will see if he is capable of doing that with this song.

And, to point out the obvious, you must concede that the intial reaction to Archie's song is much greater than Cook's song. Please people don't respond with a myriad of excuses as to why. It seems ridiculous and grasping to the people reading these. Regardless of what you may think of Crush (I like it), people are buying it.

marie Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 10:35 AM EST

Last I checked, Light On is number 17 on the Billboard Top 100. Not too shabby.

BC Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 05:22 AM EST

Light On is not exactly leading the Billboard charts.

nals28 Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 01:19 AM EST

LO is #52 on itunes right now, CRUSH is # 14

Pam Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at 12:48 AM EST

I am 88 years old I have seen the Beatles David is better

Tory Sat, Oct 11, 2008 at 11:32 PM EST

David Cook will be bigger than the Beetles and U2! He already outsold them on iTunes! David sings so good. Better than that baldy Dahtry. Wait and see, loosers! Ha ha ha! You need to stop writing bad stuff about him. David Cook FTMFW!!!!!!!!!

Kristen Sat, Oct 11, 2008 at 10:05 AM EST

I LOVE IT!!!!!!! OMG! I can't wait for the ablum. It's going to be GREAT! What an amazing job! He defently deserves to be an American Idol. The song is David Cook. It's an AMAZING song! LOVE IT!!!!!!

Marie Conte Sat, Oct 11, 2008 at 07:32 AM EST

I'll begin by saying that I adore David Cook and have been looking forward to his new music. I think he is extremely talented musically and his voice is irresistible. That said, I was slightly disappointed with this single. My hopes were set too high! I feel that it is a well-crafted song. I like the lyrics and some of the unexpected parts of the melody, but mostly I'm distracted by either the arrangement or the production. I love the part when he brings his voice down a register. I don't like the predictable drums, etc.
I do think this song will be a hit. The chorus is in my head, and it only took one listen for that to happen. I'm still looking forward to more raw, more real music from this awesome artist!

jaydee Sat, Oct 11, 2008 at 06:55 AM EST

I think "Light On" is a great single to debut David Cook's phenomenal talent. It is a song that anyone can relate to, especially those with loved ones going off to serve their country. In answer to your question,"How will it do commercially?" It will do great..it will be Off the Charts! Keep bringing your talent to us, David. I'm looking forward to the CD release and another concert with only YOU!
jaydee

Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 01:42 PM EST

I think David has a nice, unique voice, but this is a cheesy and poorly constructed song. I wondered if he would have trouble making the transition because of what he did on the show. If you think about it, the reason he won is because he surprised us with his (well, not really his) spins on well-known pop songs (Hello, Billie Jean, Always Be My Baby, Your Face). When he had to sing a rock song straight he was never really that impressive. In fact he was often boring (Innocent, Hungry Like the Wolf, Dare You to Move, Still Haven't Found. . .).

Just my opinion. I bet if he did an album of covers it would sell like crazy. I just don't think he will sell original material if it is similar to Light On.

Kerri Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 08:19 AM EST

The only reason TOML sold what it did was because it was the coronation song and it was promoted on TV, media, finale night, and on every single night of the tour....I mean it should have sold 2 million by now. The song LO is not a good song and putting him in the pop category didn't help! Did they think he couldn't stand the rock heat? Doesn't look like he is making it in pop either...he sounds so much like all the others out there. People are ready for something different. I don't wish anything bad for him but he is not unique.

John Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 08:15 AM EST

LO is #44 on itunes right now.....and Crush is #15

music matters Fri, Oct 10, 2008 at 02:13 AM EST

GO LIGHT ON
GO "THE RECORD"
GO DAVID FCUKING COOK

Why Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 11:48 PM EST

Thought I'd come back and see what's been posted. I think if the actual unique IP addresses here were analyzed, there would only be, like, 10. Someone here is obviously extremely overcome by David Cook. I say, why? He was better on the show, and now he seems goofy. I hope the rest of his album is not like Light On; a self-absorbed pop ballad reminiscent of the farcical and overwrought numbers of Spinal Tap.

intrigued Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 05:52 PM EST

Thank you, doc. I took your advice and it worked! Now I also have MWK on my iPod. Gonna take that bad boy out for a jog with my buddies.

Doc to intrigued Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

Your problem is that you need to get out more, and make some friends to hang out with.
Other than that you sound happy just expand your interests!
No charge.

intrigued Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 04:36 PM EST

ohhh, free psych advice!

I can't stop playing Analog Heart and am grateful that Cook finally released another single for me to put on repeat. Help me doc!

OK Don't STOP Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 04:19 PM EST

I think that in these hard times we just need a good shrink, someone who will listen to us vent and pick on other people's behavior and problems. So the doctor is in: whoever has a problem state it, I'll get back to you with my analysis.
For the first few I'll wave the charges(it's a promotional thing)!
Okay start venting...


Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 04:07 PM EST

I'm young, and find Cook very hot. Love his sexy voice. I think Caldwell is the once who came from a trailer park.

Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 03:21 PM EST

I agree with the post below... David didn't realize the extent of some people's obsession with him when he asked this girl out publicly. There is no excuse for the poor behavior by people who pretend to care about him by insulting his personal choices as if they were fit to give him career advice. Such behavior has absolutely nothing to do with the man or his music. If you don't like him, walk away... it's that simple. What you're instead showing is an unhealthy obsession about something that isn't any of your business.

I'm damn proud to be a fan of David Cook. He makes awesome music and his voice gets deep into my analog heart.

STOP Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 03:02 PM EST

STOP
STOP
STOP
STOP BICKERING AND NAGGING
STOP!!!
AND STOP DRAGGING DAVID'S NAME THROUGH THE DIRT PLEASE STOP!
PLEASE?

Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 02:13 PM EST

Let me say again neither Kim or David does not read these stuff so I dont know who you are venting your feelings on.When did this man told you people that he was a saint.The man worked in a bar for Gods sake. dont put archie in this I think he is ashame and the so call cooks fans be real and stop think that you can change his mind.Why is it you people are taken up with this mans private life,I know he regrets saying it out loud. He did not know that you people were so obbessed with him. Lets be obbessed with the music.I think these are not the young fans these are the ones that are half in the grave and think that fantasizing over a 25yr old manwould get them out.His parents adore kim so why cant you idiots accept it.

Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 01:38 PM EST

howcan you people say Light On flop,it sld over100k.the comments you people are making does not warrant. He sold more than kelly, carrie and Jordins first single for idols winners.He is going to be alright.kim is not the worst as I keep saying its just jealousy and most of you are grand and great grand and married and divorce.It is a shame you people are taking this so far.Its time you people leave them alone they ar happy with each other and you people are een fools.

Excuses Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 12:42 PM EST

I wasn't making excuses... that was a dose of reality that you saw there. The real world doesn't care that the latest American Idol has a single out. You guys keep dreaming that Cook is a huge superstar already just because he won a karaoke contest and holding him to these stupid standards about record sales, A-listers, and who he can't and can't bang.

Grow up.

He's going to do fine in the music industry. His real fans will still seek out his music even if he doesn't. It's good to be David Cook right now.

While Light On Flops!?#@&!!! Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 12:24 PM EST

If David Cook got married, I say good for him!! He has a right to live and love whomever he chooses. He is not beholden to his fans for how he conducts his personal matters - that's an area you have no right to enter. If you were a true fan, you'd be trying to help this FLOP of a single get back into the Top 10... do you realize that while you've wasted precious time pissing and moaning about stuff that ain't even your business, David credibility is at stake with the piss poor performance of Light On in sales and on the charts - you all need to G.F.A.R!!!!

Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 11:05 AM EST

I've read some great excuses about why his song didn't sell but the recession has to be one of the better ones. This was actually a big week as far as digital sales go. Do your homework. And then the excuse that Nickelback and Xtina "barely sold better". Hmmm. I just looked at the current stats. Nickelback is #8 on iTunes. Xtina is #7 . Cook is #35.

Are you all the same people who were predicting 200K plus in sales and that this song would be #1 on the charts this past week? Now that would be funny.

I don't mind Cook, but I can't stand the excuses and hypocrisy of these wacko fans. "Its the economy! It was too much competition! He is dating a skank!" I am sure he will do fine (not great) when the song gets some airplay but it won't be a major hit. Right now though, its dropping like crazy. That is a fact.

Keep it up, Cougars, Shackettes, Fangrannies or whatever you call yourselves now. We are thoroughly amused. I don't need the popcorn.

"a star of Cook's caliber" Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 10:30 AM EST

Huh, you mean a no-name emo pop rocker who hadn't sold more than 2K albums prior to winning a karaoke TV show?

I'm a huge fan of Cook's (have and love ALL his available music), but let's keep it real... he's just starting off his career in the real music business. These things take time.
The real world doesn't care how many reality shows he wins or who he dates... they want good music. Cook is going to bring that. Then his real fans will rejoice as he rocks our socks with his killer voice.


You gals can keep complaining about his gf while the rest of us enjoy the ride.

Backlash my toe! Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 10:24 AM EST

You're so funny in thinking that your opinion on his personal choices will actually cause a fan "backlash" against buying his music. LOL, funny.

Light On sold 109K during a week where more established artists like Nickelback and Xtina barely sold better... in the middle of a recession with a presidential election going on (where no one in the real world really gives a crap that the new American Idol just released a single). It sold really well considering minimal promotion and zero airplay.

I'm going to make some popcorn and be back in a few...

COOK IS COOKED! I-TUNE SALES SPELL LIGHTS OFF! Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 09:55 AM EST

I argued for months and months now that a new artist (even one that has won a national competition) CAN NOT AFFORD TO ALIENATE FANS. Reality check ... this includes dating a skank that a lot of younger fan girls truly dislike (and I am being generous here!). The skank is a reflection on HIS CHARACTER!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR HEAD! Okay, so WAKE UP COOK! You are now feeling the BACKLASH THAT WE WARNED YOU ABOUT FOR MONTHS. His gusher fans thought that raw talent would carry him irrespective of the Skankwell thing... but that's not how the real world works. PR people may have given him advice about not dating the skank, but the problem is that CLIENTS (LIKE IDIOTIC COOK-TYPES) DON'T LISTEN!!

COOK LAYS AN EGG Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 09:51 AM EST

You got it wrong EW - People are resisting this single in droves..... Just have to say it, cause everyone knows it's true ---> Archuleta has kicked Cook's ass where it counts...
109K sold for a star of Cook's caliber is piss poor... he'd better bring it or his goose is Cooked

Archie_by_a_KO Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 09:28 AM EST

This song is sucking harder than a NY hooker on itunes! It's dropped like a rock down into the 30's.... WTFCook? Oh wait - your fans can't power vote or use the MOAB to cheat your way to the top of these charts... what goes around comes around, and America is coming around to the fact that maybe the wrong guy won.. Archie by a KNOCKOUT - Again.

SOOOO FUNNY! Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 08:25 AM EST

What is her reputation? I've seen Kimberly. She doesn't come off as the classiest woman with her blond hair and obvious extensions but that doesn't mean she isn't a nice person. I attended one of the concerts. He seems arrogant to me. He also seems to not care much for his fans. Maybe his fans blame that on her?

I have artists I like. I could care less what they do with their private lives as long as they aren't hurting others, but I would be offended if they were arrogant and rude to me.

Maybe it is the choices he is making in his career. I must say that LO is not good at all. To me, he over-sings it becuase he is trying to sell a boring song if that makes sense. He has a nice voice, but this is very mediocre. That is why I won't support Cook this time out and probably in the future if this is what we can expect. I would never base it on him dating poor Kimberly Caldwell. I feel bad for her.

reply to emilybronte Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 07:03 AM EST

Bingo! Just what I said in the reply to Sooooo Funny. He isn't the saint people thought he was and he may just end up paying for it.

Reply to SOOOO FUNNY! Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 07:02 AM EST

I don't think it's so much that fans thought they had a chance with him. They are just pissed at his choices post-Idol, including the ugly tattoo on his wrist. Instead of directly bashing him, they bash Kim's reputation. But the disgust really lies with him. Even if some thought they might have a chance, I'm betting they dismissed that desire seeing who he hooked up with right out of Idol. You know, you are the company you keep.

Reply to EmileBronte Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 06:44 AM EST

Well, I know one thing for sure, my friends and I are not going to be paying for it with our purchasing dollars.
I like Light On but won't buy it and neither the cd.

emilybronte Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 06:30 AM EST

I'm married to a great guy (and by the way, we live in a pretty nice house, not a trailer) so I never harbored any delusions that David Cook was going to sweep me off my feet. But Caldwell has an ugly reputation. I don't believe that David married her, but I wouldn't be surprised if one day she conveniently "forgot" to take her pill and wedding bells ensued. Such is the pattern of a gold-digger who has found her meal ticket. David's interest in her shows that he's not the saint some Cook fans think he is. He's just a guy who thinks, not with his brain, but with what's dangling between his legs. If he ends up paying for it, that's his problem.

Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 11:25 PM EST

The Shackettes are the worst of the Cook fans. They're an embarrassment to the rest of us.

SOOOO FUNNY! Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 11:14 PM EST

What a pathetic bunch of losers some of the Cook fans are. What the hell is wrong with Kimberly Caldwell? Sorry to break it to you ladies, but you DON"T have a chance with him. He is NOT going to sweep you off your feet and carry you out of the trailer courts you live in.

No wonder Cook has very few male fans. They are scared of the clawing, desperate female clingers.

Please don't stop the music Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 10:29 PM EST

Shackettes, I'm with you. I imagine his mom is crawling in her skin with the thought of Kim as a daughter-in-law. Just think about that awful LA Pride performance and the comment the comedian made who introduced her.

Please Don't Stop the Music Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 10:25 PM EST

Regarding sources, Linda, I doubt there would be any if they did get married. Cook has a CD in the making. Releasing a marriage statement 6 weeks before the release would spell disaster, given his fan base of females who voted for the "single" guy. Here are the "rumors" I've heard since the end of the tour: 1. He is living with Caldwell. 2. He went to a bachelor party in NYC this past weekend. 3. She quit Reality Chat.

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