I don't know about that. It was beginning to come across that Idol was just one item on a very long resume.
She's overall one of the most accomplished and hard-working contestants they've ever had. But, I think lots of people vote for someone who might be slinging hamburgers or whatever if it weren't for Idol.
Notice her speech? It wasn't about the opportunity to meet varied and wonderful people, or gratitude for this thrilling experience. It was pretty much about her and her feelings.
I don't think she was the most likeable person for many. She's tall, athletic, smart, depending on your taste-good looking, hard working and Mom and Dad are successful. In short, why vote for someone like her? She actually surprised me with her singing ability and you can tell that she has worked hard. Long term she will turn out well in life given that she is not a slacker. Good luck to the guy she marries as he is going to have to have it going on.
And, how else is a 17 year old girl supposed to act? For once we got to see someone express some feelings.
By the way, look at the American Idol boards from the show and a lot of people voted Melissa as a "screw you" to Simon for his ugly comment to her.
I like Melissa better than Pickler and Paris by the way.