Last year, Simon said Kenneth Briggs looked like a bush baby. Kind of rough but isn’t that why we watch in the first place. Thank God Simon is really on this year. It’s nearly the only reason to watch the show. His brutal honesty and Paula’s incomprehensible speech make it worth it.

After watching yet another round of American Idol additions, there seems to be a common theme with all the rejects. Here are some ways to spot a reject before they even open their mouths.

1. Elaborate costume
2. Over the top antics
3. Super bright clothing
4. Multiple simultaneous auditions
5. Over confident

And here are the tell tale signs regarding artists:

1. Celine Dion
2. Whitney Houston
3. Aretha Franklin
4. Janis Joplin

Sure, why not attempt songs originally sung by some of the greatest voices of our time. I’m sure you’ll sound just like them. Keep on trying!