I definitely agree groovy-mom. When he sang it gave me chills! Incredible! Absolutely incredible! He better win it! Gotta love the dimples too when he smiles. He just has such a great personality and charm about him. I'll be voting for him, that's for sure.

I totally agree. He is the best they have on there this time.

hi, my name is stacey and i live in england, we started getting idol a few weeks ago over here and ive got to agree with you about ruben. my god that boy can sing, and he is FINE with it. as soon as i saw him, i hoped he would get through to the next round and im sooo glad he did. wish i could get his phone number thats for sure! ha ha

Ruben is going to be my baby daddy! he is fine and can sing. he is the best american idol has to offer this year. i am a true fan.

Ruben is the greatest male singer there and i would love to see him make it the whole way and win because he has an amazing voice and he deserves it good luck the rest of the way Ruben your doing great

Ruben has a voice that makes me melt. His voice resembles Luther Vandross. He should be the next american idol.

Well, I'm happy to hear there are so many Ruben fans out there. It seems that talent over image is really winning out this time.

Ruben....I love you!!!!! Don't get me wrong I'm not a stalker or anything like that. You are fine, but I just want to say I love what you are doing and you are representing well. I have liked you since high school....but I don't want you to think I'm after you because of this. I just want to wish you much luck and much love.

OMG!! I totally agree! His voice is just so amazing, plus he is just sooo cute! lol, he totally deserves to be the American Idol! I hope he wins.

I'm so gald that there are so many Ruben fans out there, when I first heard him sing i was like wow! He just has an incredible voice and a great personality. He better win!

I went to high school w/ Ruben and there were a bunch of us in the choir along w/ him. We all use to say he would go far if he stayed dedicated and kept singing. It is so wonderful to see him blowing your television screens up w/ his mesmerizing voice. He is an awesome person and he deserves, more than anyone, to be the next American Idol. We are supporting him here in Birmingham, and it is great to see so many others are too. Go Ruben!

With God first, whom Ruben frequently acknowledges, there's no doubt Ruben will go all the way!!! I said a prayer that he'd make it to the TOP 10 and now he has. I hope everyone comes out on Ruben Studdard's Day on March 11th to offer positive support to one of Birmingham's own as we share in his success. Ruben keep your great attitude, remain humble, gracious and feel fully empowered by God and there's no doubt you are indeed Alabama's and America's Idol. Best Wishes!

Well, I didn't go to school with him but it turns out that he did go to my same school. He's Representing B'ham hard and to the fullest and I'm proud of him. He's doing his thang! YOU GO BOY!!! I'm praying for U 4 sho. He's all in the paper here in the Birmingham News.
Trust me we won't be upset if you don't make it all the way, even though I'm sure you will. Just making it as far as you did that's good enough for me. B'ham (Birmingham) is proud of you.

He needs to sing "Remember the Dream" by James Ingram. It would be a great song for him.

Absolutely!! This groovy mom watches with her kids every tuesday and wednesday....i keep looking for a clip of his singing on Kazaa.....but I can't find anything!!!!!!

Ruben...wow......he has to be the idol...watch out Luther...bravo Ruben..I love your style dude!!!!

Ruben is so talented and has such personality. He really brings a passion to the songs that he sings, which sets him apart from most of the others in the competition. He is on his way to becoming the American Idol...but I am sure that if he didn't make it any further, he would be getting calls from record execs wanting to sign him. Ruben, you're a great representative for Birmingham and the whole state of Alabama. We're rooting for you!!!

I love RUBEN!!!!! I hope Ruben goes all the way. My family and I will be voting and supporting him as our choice as American Idol. Go Ruben and continue to sing with your heart.

i amn watchin american idol rite now and im just gonna say im glad hes in there to he deserves it his voice is great hes a big man wit a big big Heart

~!~pat~!~

Ruben is absolutely amazing.. i think he should sing "i'd rather" by luther vandross.. he is what american idol is about.. go head man..

Are you guys f'ing crazy!? Ruben is the most obvious quota I've ever seen. You actually think that 11 million people voted for his fat ass. No Way. The "voting" on American Idol is a sham to begin with, much like TRL. You people will believe anything that corporate America Shoves down yor throat. But that's OK, the world needs followers like you in order for people like me to make money off of.

HEY RUBEN I KNOW ALOT OF WOMEN ON HERE SAY THAT THEY LIKE U BUT I WANT U 2 KNOW THAT U ARE A VERY SEXc MAN AND U CAN SING VERY WELL. I HOPE THAT U R READING THIS AND I WANT U 2 KNOW U MY FUTURE HUSBAND. HOLLA AT CHA GIRL THIS JAE. FROM MICHIGAN

So handsome, nice personality, fabulous voice-he has it all! I am voting for you to be the next American Idol-GOOD LUCk!

Fantastic voice and great personality.I am watching it in MALAYSIA.Go Ruben you deserve it!!!!

Ruben has an incredible voice. He is very talented and dedicated. Ruben is very handsome.......he is the kind of guy I have been searching for my whole life and he can sing hella good too. Whenever I hear him sing it give me little goose bumps all over. GOOD LUCK RUBEN......and I know that you will be the next Amercian Idol......One God, One Love, Peace

Ruben should definitely win, his performances thus far have been incredible. Plus, I'm from Atlanta and he was sporting a throwback Braves cap a few weeks ago so that further pushes him for my vote!

Yeah i agree with everyone he does sound great. He is the best singer I have heard in a long time.

To the person who made the comment about the voting for American Idol being a sham. First of all, 11 million people did not vote for Ruben. That was the total number of votes for all 8 contestants combined. People do actually get through and vote for these people. My husband and I personally voted for Ruben 173 times. He should without a doubt be the next American Idol.

Way to go, Ruben! You're soo awesome!!! I remember when I saw your first audition and I saw you were from Bham, I just thought,"PLLLLLEEEEAASSEEEE be good!" My family got through 50 times!!!! Win or lose, you're my American Idol, and you've got all of Alabama + many, many more behind you 200%!!!!
RUBEN ROCKS!!!!!!

Ruben just blew everybody away by singing "Superstar" by Luther Vandross. Finally, a contest which is judged on the quality of the voice rather than the image of the person. There are a few people up there now on American Idol who CAN'T sing and shouldn't be on there. Hopefully, they will get kicked off as the REAL talent shines through. All the best Ruben - I'm sure that if you don't win American Idol, you'll get a recording contract.

Does Ruben read all of these comments? I'm sure he would be pleased to see all of the support that he is getting. I personally think he is the best on American Idol. He's very talented and handsome. Smoochies to Ruben

No offense, but I once thought shows like this were a scam for television ratings, in fact I did not watch a single episode of the first one. Then one night I came home from school and caught my mom watching it just as I briefly sat down Reban sang.From there on I was hooked, my father, mother and I have not missed a single episode. His voice is angelic, his personality genuine, and his smile lasts through each word of his song, he looks like he has a lot of love to give (and luckily more talent to share) You would think that would be enough to catch the world, but than he has to go and be a family man too! My whole family and I would have voted for him but we live in Toronto, so we couldn't, but America if you are blinded by all the Britney's out there and don't take notice of such raw hair-raising talent, you will officially turn me off of any American reality television!

Hey Ruben B'ham is down here waiting on you to win. You have represented yourself and also your family and Alabama well. You have become a great role model for alot of teenagers as well as adults. Personally you have tought me to go for what you want to do and put your all in it. You have also tought me no matter what people think about you keep your head up and keep God first. I love you and I am praying for you. Keep God first!!!!!!!

GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!ALL THE WAY FROM ALABAMA REPERSENTING.RUBEN YOU ARE THE BEST KNOW MATTER WHAT ANT ONE SAYS YOU ARE THE KING OF POP R&B FORGET WHAT WHITNEY HOUSTON SAYS,YOU ARE THE REAL DEAL. EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE A BIG GUY YOU STILL HAVE THE PERSONALITY, THE LOOKS,BECAUSE YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL,I WOULD DATE YOU YOU.YOU KNOW EVERYBODY IN ALABAMA ARE ROOTIN FOR GO RUBEN. KEEP YOUR HEAD UP. BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA REPERSENTING ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!!!! WE LOVE YOU. WE LOVE YOU. WE LOVE YOU.WE LOVE YOU. GO RUBEN.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AAAAAHHHH! Is all I could say as I melted into the floor grasping my chest. I first heard Ruben at an audition to go to Hollywood, since then I have been watching and praying that he's the next american idol. I mean besides who can get enough of that heavenly voice and seductive smile.

ruben is definatly my american idol. regardless of what happens from this point on he is my star. his charismatic voice and country boy charm. is there a fan club for this man yet? if so let me sign up as his #1 fan. i was sold when he sang ribbon in the sky.

WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE SONG HE SANG????????????????

Superstar by Luther Vandross

I commented before GO RUBEN
the best singer
big man with a big heart
a person said he sucked in the comments then he/ she has no life
Ruben should b and proboly is our next American Idol
I mean even simone said he was good
I pray nothing happens to him.
But if he is the next american idol i will buy his CD and everything
GO RUBEN

~!~pat~!~

isnt it superstar by the carpenters?

My favorite people on this show
are !!!!!!!!RUBIN!!!!!!! and CLAY!!
I know a good singer
when I hear one, and when I get
a chill down my spine I know he/she
is an AWSOME singer! and everytime
I hear the songs those 2 people sung
I get goose bumps... I wish both of
them would win, but since only one
can I hope its Rubin.. and I hope that
Clay would get a great record contract!
I wish they would both get $1,000,000
contracts.. Great contestance this year
eh? I dont agree with Simon about when
he says that people dont LOOK like the
American idol, I mean when your listening
to the music your not looking at a video
of them, looks SHOULDN"T matter! Im
glad that Simon was smart enough to
put looks aside and NOT say anything
about Rubin. Im mad that simon DID say
something about Clays looks, cuz if he
has a GREAT voice then Simon should
shut his HUGE british mouth and not say
anything... I wish that Canadians could
vote as well, I want to support those 2 guys
but due to the fact that only americans can
vote, I cant give my vote, even though like 2,000,000+ people vote and that my vote
doesn't make a difference, it still bugs me.
well, thats all I have to say.. later.. GO
RUBIN AND CLAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Ruben is exceptionally awesome. His talent outshines his outward appearance and it doesn't even become a factor. I think that's how America is going to or already is viewing him. He definitely has favor on his life. If he doesn't make "The" American Idol there is definitely a higher plan for his life and career......Much Love from B'ham....Go Ruben.....One of "Just A Few Cats" biggest fans (if he actually reads this). If u guys think he sends chills down your spine over the tv .....you DEFINITELY need to see him perform LIVE! It's an awesome experience....I'm waiting on him to sing "For All We Know" by Donnie Hathaway....the other ones definitely wouldn't have a chance, if any already!

For those of you who love Ruben as much as I do, if you havent heard we have a fan page set up on Yahoo with over 230 members. Come join the fun!!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ruben_studdard/

rubin u rock ,
u are a true winner,
i hope u win american idol!!!!!!
go ruben,
u soo sooo rule,
u r the bomb,
the first time i heard u sing i got hooked
i wish that u take out american idol and become really, really famous and rich

RUBEN I LOVE YOU!!! you are hands down the best singer i've ever heard! my friends think i a freak because all i do is talk about American Idol and how if clay wins over you i will go INSANE! i am even doing a persuasive speech on you in English telling people to call american idol and vote for you! I love your loyalty to Alabama and your voice gives me the chills! i love you and you are gonna win! -bren

Ruben!!!!! you are the awesomest performer ever and i have no doubt that you will be THE american idol. i cant wait until your album comes out cuz im gonna buy it even though you dont have a contract with anyone yet. your the best! GOD BLESS YOU. may you always carry jesus with you. keep on singing and you'll always be my velvet teddy bear.
^_^ LUV - ME, the Pole hugger of riverchase middle.

I love Ruben and so do all of my friends! We think he is wonderful and full of talent. We think that he should sing "Baby Got Back" by Sir Mix A Lot! Wouldn't that be the greatest! Go Ruben....We love you!

Ruben definitely rocks. He is from my home town and 205 is wild about Ruben. He blows me away week after week with his singing. You are my American Idol, Ruben. Go Ruuubbbeeennn!!!! 205 represent!

ruben is most definitely representing birmingham. RUBEN, bruh hit me up on my email when you are ready for your cd cover to be designed. im a graphic design major graduating from the university of alabama in birmingham. i'm going to do my part with my artwork to assist the torch being passed on to you in the music world. image is everything bruh and talent seals the deal. god blessed ya bruh. so let definitely put bham ''magic city on the map'' and show were not second fiddle to atl when it comes to talent''

I am a firm believer that when a group of people gather in your company and shower love on you, it is the work of God.
It is evident tha God is behind Reuben. I am praying that he wins. He is not only talented, but humble. May the goodness
of the Saints continue to shine on Reuben.

I really do believe that Ruben will be the next American Idol because He posses the true talents of an entertianer. Ruben I love your voice it is trul a gift from God!!!!!! Keep representing for the south and I hope that one day I will get a chance to meet you. Love Your biggest Fan
Tasha

I really do believe that Ruben will be the next American Idol because He posses the true talents of an entertianer. Ruben I love your voice it is trul a gift from God!!!!!! Keep representing for the south and I hope that one day I will get a chance to meet you. Love Your biggest Fan
Tasha

Ruben goes all the way .
OMG his face is she cccuuuttteee.

rrrrrrrrrrrrrrruuubbbbbben

He is so adorable and can reeeaaally SANG. I think he will be the next American Idol. Watch Out Brian McKnight, R. Kelly, and B2K he is likely to take your girls with his teddy bear body.

I completely agree with you. Ruben has it all talent, charm and true charisma. He seems like such a sweetheart and a real ladies man. He may not be skinny like the other guys, but he has definitely proven that looks are not everything and that the heavy guys can be sexy too. Go Ruben you deserve the title of being the next American Idol.

Ruben is one of my favorite singers and Ken Shamrock above me, you are Wrong. Ruban you got the looks, the voice, and the hillarious attitude. U GONNA WIN YOU ALABAMA GUY! WE LOVE YOU, IN MY SCHOOL! GOOOOOOOOOOOOD LUCK!

Ruben is soo gonna make it! He has an amazing voice, great personality and really deserves 2 win. Rrrrruuuben Rox!

Ruben is a really good singer I hope he wins because I like your song's they were very good.

Rueben is one sexy man.....and that boy can sing like no one else. And I think its cool that he has made it so far on the show since he isn't the typical looking 'star' Its awesome and I love him and his voice. He is soooo sexy. :) I love you Rueben. :) You will be the next American Idol...I vote for you every week.

i love ruben and i represent the 205 too!!

I am beginning to think American Idol are so prejudice. For some reason they seem to bring out the negative on all the African Americans. They seem to make this obvious. In the beginning they knew about Frenchie. When they realized she wasn't going to be an American Idol Joke, but yet a threat they brought out what they already knew. Same goes for Trenyce. She had a theft charge that was cleared. The only reason they didn't dismiss her was because the charges had been dropped. Although Corey couldn't sing, he still had the American Idol look and charm. American teens loved him. Well when they saw that he was getting high volume of votes they brought out the court case. As far as Im concerned. You are innocent until proven guilty. He hasn't been convicted of anything yet. Now we know Carmen should have been off the show. They got rid of Rickey first. When he sung Endless Love I thought that put him back in the race. We saw that it didn't. Well we have Kim, Trenyce and Ruben left. They gradually made it more equal to their liking. Face it the African Americans were giving pure talent and they didn't think we could do it. Well well well well.....................my baby Ruben. I LOVE ME SOME HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He's so genuine and real. I think the last two will be a undercover homosexual and a heavy set African American male. In my eyes they are the most talented. When Ruben is one of the last ones standing I want everyone to pick up their phones and vote for him. Not only will he make me happy, but he will be a role model for all the overweight people showing them that all things are possible. In closing remember. America votes count. That what I always believed until the votes in Florida during the presidential campaign showed me different.

i lovveeeee ruben he is so awesome!i will literally quit watching the show if he ever gets kicked off..i really think that it is time for carmen to get kicked off.heez how the heck is she staying on the show?well yall email me!

I think ruben has a nice voice but personally my favorite is Joshua........hey i like the 205 ruben!!!!!!!

Big Rube is my homeboy. I want him to know that I had been praying for him months before he even auditioned for American Idol. I am also praying for him now. I believe that if he isn't the next American Idol, America will have made a big mistake.

ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuubbbben is aawesome and none of the other contestants have nuttin on him

205 for life....go ruben

RUBEN STUDDARD IS MY NEPHEW AND WE'RE SO VERY PROUD OF HIM....RUBEN HAS ROCKED THE HOUSE EACH WEEK AND EVEN IF HE WASNT RELATED TO ME I'D STILL THINK THAT HE DESERVES THE TITLE OF "AMERICAN IDOL 2003 ". "GO CHRIS"..... YOU'RE GOING TO MAKE IT ALL THE WAY. WE LOVE YOU......I SURE HOPE THAT THEY HAVE A GOSPEL CATEGORY ONE NIGHT.....THE REST COULD SURELY KISS AND SAY GOODBYE !!!!! YOUR AUNT RENAE !

RUBEN, YOU ARE SO TALENTED, GRACEFUL, HUMBLE, REAL, AND THE NEXT "AMERICAN IDOL". CONTINUE TO KEEP IT REAL. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Beth

Beth, if you post your responce one more time I will scream.......and vote for Ruban.

1st I WANT TO TELL YOU THAT I LOVE YOU :) I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU. YOUR VOICE,YOUR SMILE, THE WAY YOU CARRY YOURSELF,YOUR PERSONALITY IS WONDERFUL. I THINK YOU ARE SOOOOOO HANDSOME AND I WANT YOU TO WIN. IF YOU EVER COME TO MEMPHIS,EVER EVER EVER PLEASE EMAIL ME AND YOU CAN STOP BY MY RESTURANT AND I'LL FEED :) YOU SOME SOUTHERN STYLE HOME COOKING. LOVE YA KEEP ON DOING WHAT YOUR DOING. TA TA FOR NOW.

my 3rd time posting
its between clay or ruben and honestly RUBEN is the winner already when they had 21 million vote 11 million we proboly for him Ruben ur the bomb i will buy all of ur CDs ur the bomb
Big Man with Big Heart Great voice

~!~pat~!~ GO RUBEN

IF U AGREE SAY pat........ and then type if u do agree wit me

I live in Birmingham, and everywhere you go you see Go Ruben! On Wednesday all the talk at work is about Ruben, we all love him and want him to be the next American Idol. The folks from Birmingham want him to win, no because he is from Birmingham, but because he is the best!!!!

I live in Birmingham, and everywhere you go you see Go Ruben! On Wednesday all the talk at work is about Ruben, we all love him and want him to be the next American Idol. The folks from Birmingham want him to win, no because he is from Birmingham, but because he is the best!!!!

Ruben is going to win. froget about Josh and Clay Ruben is #1!!!!!!!!

yeah, Go 250!! Wow Ruben is big, like a big teddy bear. Well, anyway, I'm a huge American Idol fan. Ruben isn't too bad. 250 all the way. 250!! 250!! 250!! Go Alabama!

RUBEN Is where it's at and he sings from the heart that is not common among sings these days GO RUBEN

My sisters went to HS with Ruben and were all very excited about the positive things he's doing for the image of Alabamians. Too many times the only recognition for Alabama is some drunken white redneck screaming about the size of the latest tornado. We love you Ruben. Keep it up.... I'll buy your album.

Hi! Just wanted 2 say that Ruben is gonna win this competition...no doubt in my mind! If he gets kicked of i think i'm gonna scream and never watch the show again! He has an amazing voice, great personality and IS the wold's biggest velvet teddybear.I'll be buying his CD as soon as it comes out! GO RRRRUUUUBENN SSSTTUUDDARRD! U CAN SANG MAN!

I totally agree with you, Ruben is going to win. The only reason I keep watching the show is because Ruben is still on the show! x 2o5 x

No matter how hard you try Ruban you will never win or even come close. The only reason why you are here is because you are different.

No matter how hard you try Ruban you will never win or even come close. The only reason why you are here is because you are different.

Ruben you are the greatest -God has given you a voice and you are using it . He also made you black and don't you let anyone talk down to you.Keep your hand in God's hand and continue to soar like an eagle soar,soar,soar. Read your bible each and every day. Because you are the our
(AMERICAN IDOL.)

Ruben you are a winner

Ruben keep on singing No one can take this voice from you . God gave it to you . Praying for you.

To Ruben You are awesome what a voice.

Ruben
Man to man I just have to say you have a voice
I am your age . I know you have this in the bag keep going man

Ruben ,I love you ,my children love you ,your a winner.

Ruben keep on singing you are the greatest .

You are going to win because God has said so.
Praying for you.

Ruben keep on singing you are the chosen one

I'm not saying the other two can't sing, but you
surpass them . Keep singing and continue using the powers that God has given to you

Man you go . My Girls also say you can sing to.
Jasmine
Jessica
Brianna
Keep on blowing those pipes.

Ruben you are a winner

Ruben keep singing. You are a winner . I'm voting for you on Tuesday.

Ruben

You have my vote- you are a singer and will go far as long as you stay with the Lord.

God Bless You

Ruben ,Just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you before I go to church . Good Luck. Stay with the Lord and you will make it through

you are a winner

Ruben ,I watch you and you make chills go down my spine you are awsome you can sing you are a winner

MR Ruben, I am 13 years old but I think you should win.I ask my mother if I could send in my vote to.

Ruben you are a man's man and man you can put it out you are a winner

your a winner

keep up the good work sing on ruben

Ruben

good work you wil go far

Ruben , you go keep on singing

God Bless You

Wow !! I totally agree with everyone !! Ruben puts the Stud in Studdard!! He's so adorable and not to mention has an amazing voice. Go Ruben Go !! Four Shore !! lol

he's the best ever !!! but does any1 here know his area code?ish it 199,109,205,250,or 108?

Everyone in Canada loves Ruben!!!! You are so humble and have this amazing voice. Keep going even if you don't win you will ALWAYS be an idol!!

I am auditioning for the canadian Idol show and i just heard that simon cowel owns all the Idol shows and what hes doing is making everyone sign a contract saying that the Idol pple will be their 'manager' basically just saying they get a 25% cut of what ever they make....for the rest of their life. so even if you dont get anywhere and you end up working a shit job as a waitress or something they can still (legally) take 25% of what you make...for THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
I was just wondering if anyone knew anything about this. or if they have any info on it.

thanx Benj*

Ruben is what America has been waiting for.....Clay is the man too....These two will be going all the way......in the end....the best man will win.

Ruben is great. There are no real singers today. I sure hope that Ruben wins and goes on to long record career like Luther, Patty, Gladys. I know he has the staying power. I believe that there is no song that this man can sing. Sing Ruben sing. I will be your fan.

Ruben is the coolest guy on American idol. Im like the biggest fan and i would do ANYTHING just to talkor chill with him. He is so cool and love his VOICE.

Ruben is definetely going to make 2nd place!!

ruben you go boy keep up the good work u will be the next american idol you have my vote may god bless u iam in new orleans and just loves hearing u sing u can sing 2 me anytime i love u ruben praying 4 u 2 win pepper900 /TO 205

ruben u have a voice that cant wait sing like to me when we meet lol hollow back

I am Canadian.....and even though ruben is on American idol and from America, he is my Canadian Idol. He's got talent and looks.....he's got what any singer needs to have. He's smart...and can sing...He's Ruben Studdard!!!! We love you Ruben!!

I love Rubin too. He is my teddy bear.

I LUV RUBEN STUDDARD!!!! HE IS MY BABY!!! I CAN'T BELEIVE HE WAS JUST IN THE BOTTOM 2!!!!!!! I STARTED CRYING I WAS SO SCARED!!! HE WAS SAFE THANK U LORD!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LUV RUBENSTUDDARD THE MOST OF ANYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:-)

RUBEN I LUV YOU I HOPE U WIN I AM 11 AND I KNOW U HAVE TALENT U ARE SO CUTE JUST LIKE A TEDDY BEAR IM ROOTING 4 ROOOOOOOBEN U ROCK U HAVE THE CUTEST SMILE MOST OF ALL TALENT U ARE AWESOME KEEP ON SINGING AND GOOD LUCK! = )

OMG!!! I LUVE RUBEN SOOO MUCCH!! HE IS THE BEST HE SHOULDE WIN!! OMG HE REMINDS ME OF A TEDDY BEAR! HE IS THE BEST SINGER! I LOVE HIS VOICE HIS LOOK AND HES PERSONALITY! EVERYWEEK I WATCH AMERICAN IDOL AND EVERYWEEK I AM SO HAPPY THAT RUBEN DOES A GOOD JOB! RUBEN WE LOVE U! I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!! 143 XOXOXOXOXOXOX I LOVE YOU RUBEN FOREVER! chrissy

RUBEN I CANNOT BELIEVE U WERE IN THE FINAL 2 = ( BUT WHOEVER VOTED FOR U IN THE TOP 2 WAS WRONG! U R THE BEST OUT THERE AND EVERYBODY KNOWS IT RUBEN UR SO TALENTED KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! = )

I think Rubin should and will be the American Idol , I like him because even though he is a Big Teddy Bear he dont let that stop him from making his dreams come true ! He is the best singer , if he is not the American Idol then thats ok because whether he wins or not he still will get a record deal and to me will still be a winner after all .... GO RUBIN 215 <3's 205!

he is on the bottom 2??!!! how can that be????

What kind of nation are we living in! He got a voice from god, and you put him in the bottom 2! America use your brain...if you have one!!!???? ruban baby, I love you, the nations wrong.

Tonight drilled home for me who is voting in this country on ALL matters! Scary thought, eh? I think Tuesday was his weakest performance, and my 10-year old niece (who sings) said as much and chose him among the bottom for tonight. We thought she was crazy, but we humored her prediction. As Simon said in his reprimand to America tonight, "this is a SINGING competition!!" I think Josh was ashamed the votes turned out as they did. Trenyce was fabulous Tuesday. This is all SOOo upsetting. (Thanks, groovy-mom, for letting us vent and commiserate. This is too painful to think about this alone!!)

I am still furious that Rubin got in the bottom 2 tonight. I keep thinking, how can this be.

We have to vote as many times as they will let us next week and the weeks to come. Rubin has been blessed with a gift from God.

Something is very wrong.....Everyone knows that Josh should have been in one to leave tonight: he even knows it.

Rubin, Clay, and Kimberly should be the top three....and I have to admit that I do not want to see Rubin or Clay lose. Those two guys have what it takes to make it.

Keep smiling and singing, Rubin. We Love YOU.

Please wear your 205 shirts....they seem to bring you more luck.

I am behind you.

Wendy

love you ruben,keep it up.i get shivers in my spine
not only from your singing but love the personality.
bless you in anything you do. got my vote a 100xs
dont change a thing.

OK, what just happened here? I am in utter shock over tonight's results! I do admit that at times, Trenyce did not perform at the top of her game. But last night, she was the B-E-S-T I've ever seen her. She certainly did not deserve to be voted off now. I think Josh knows his days are numbered and that's why he had such a guilty look on his face upon hearing the results of last night's competition. He knows deep down that he should have been standing there instead of Trenyce. I think that America has a soft spot for Josh because he is an American soldier. But, this is not about America as a country.......it's about American talent. That being said, I do believe he will be the next to go. And not a moment too soon. While his personality is AWESOME........he doesn't cut it as an American Idol! So, WAKE UP AMERICA!!!!!!!!! Let's get it together and make sure that we choose the one that truly fits the mold of "American Idol."

Every week my 28 year old sister gushes over the adorable R-ooo-ben. She has even scheduled herself off work every Tuesday to be home to hear his amazing voice and gaze at his gorgeous dimples!! She got called into work this Tuesday and she was in tears!! I had to call her when he performed and hold the phone up to the tv speaker. So, you can imagine her horror when "the man she will marry" was in the bottom two. I can not understand what happened. Are we in Florida. I think we need a recount. No offense Josh, but you have to know Ruben is 1000X's better than you. Just listen.

Ruben in the bottom two!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I was in total shock!!!!!!!!!!!!!
His voice is a TRUE gift from God!
Clay is also sooooooooooooo talented!
They both deserve to WIN!!!!
Ruben and Clay................all the way!!!!!

GO RUBEN

U guys we hav 2 vote twice i was shocked when ruben got the bottom 2 we hav 2 vote more josh sucked ruben rulz VOTE TUESDAY!!!

~!~pat~!~

LISTEN UP EVERYONE!! WE ALL SAY WE LOVE RUBEN RIGHT? THEN LETS STAND UP FOR WHO WE BELIEVE IS THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL. NEXT TUESDAY EVERYONE VOTE AS MANY TIMES AS YOU CAN FOR HIM LAST WEEK I CALLED 10 TIMES FOR HIM SO IF ALL YOU WANT RUBEN TO WIN WE GOTTA WORK TOGETHER!!! SO COME ON LETS HELP THIS INCREDIBLE PERSON WITH SO MUCH TALENT WIN!! WE LOVE YOU RUBEN!!!!! 205!! XOXXOXOX ROOOOOOOOOOOBBBEEEEEEEEEN!!!!!!

When Ruben sings I get shivers down
my spine. I couldn't believe he was in the
bottom two last night. I am Canadian so I
can't vote, but I'm rooting for him.

What the heck is up with this show??? Ruben in the bottom 2?? PLEASE!!! That guy Josh should have been gone WEEKS AGO!!! Carmen and Josh were by far THE WORSE! Why is Josh getting the pity vote just because he's in the military!! Come on!! This is ridiculous!! Ruben is fantastic! Clay is amazing! Kimberely Locke is wonderful! Josh you have no business being up there. No, Trenyce could not compete against Ruben, Clay, or Kimberly Locke, but she's A LOT better than that horrible Josh! That's why he kept his head down the whole time this week, and the week that Ricky Smith was voted off. He even knows how bad he sucks.

RUBEN I JUST WANNA SAY THAT I LOVE U AND I THINK U ARE DOING GREAT....I HAVE BEEN ROOTING FOR U EVER SINCE THE FIRST AUDITION. I KNEW U WOULD BE GOOD. SO IM NOT SURPRISED U HAVE MADE IT THIS FAR. I VOTED FOR U 50 TIMES ON TUESDAY. IT WILL BE MORE NEXT WEEK. HOW COULD THEY PUT U IN THE BOTTOM 2 INSTEAD OF JOSH??? PEOPLE PLEASE VOTE NEXT WEEK. WE GOTTA KEEP RUBEN ON. LOTS OF LOVE FROM CHARLOTTE, NC....GO RUBEN!!!

America is Gay for putting you in the bottom 2
Go Ruben Go

I'm also from Canada, so I can't vote... The only thing I can figure that would make any sense is that with every contestant that is voted off, that leaves voters who need to pick a new idol... I think Carmen's votes all went to Josh this week for some reason... I just hope Trenyce's voters balance it off and that Ruben gets the votes he deserves...

Even though Josh seems like a great guy, I think he should be the next to go if talent counts for anything. And I think he beleived he was leaving yeaterday... That is the most relaxed & smiling I have seen Josh in a long while until the bottom 2 were announced... Thenhe was really embarassed...

Ruben would have been martyred had he been kicked off last night. The title of "American Idol" is soooo cheesy and Ruben is so much more than that. I hope he cuts a CD real soon and works with the people he wants to work with, not people assigned to work with him by the producers.

Last Night I was mad as hell!!!!!
Please Ruben is the best, that boy can sing while he smiles, now that is talent. If Ruben went home last night I was never going to watch American Idol again and believe me I would have passed it on so my friends and friends of my friends would never watch it either. Josh needs to GOOOOOOOOOOO!!
Let's keep it real, it should be between Clay and Ruben, Clay being second of course...So come on fans of RUBEN (205) get on the phones and vote, get you friends to vote, your mother, your father, your boyfriend/girlfriend whom ever, shit vote 10 times if you have to. Let's help the true talent win..RUBEN RUBEN RUBEN

I think that everyone agrees that what happened this week was absolutely crazy. Of the 5, Josh had the worst performance. He is a super nice guy, and he will be a great country singer, but he is not the best in this competition, not even close.

Having said that, if you love Ruben and you want him to win, like everyone here in Birmingham does, you have got to watch the show, and you have got to call over and over and over. Read what Kasey said - get everyone you know to call - the call is free!!! Just do it!

If you think this is important now, think about this: THE BEST 3 ARE RUBEN , KIMBERLEY, AND CLAY. THEY SHOULD BE THE FINAL 3. WHEN THEY ARE, WE WILL HAVE 3 VERY STRONG PEOPLE WITH TONS OF FANS BEHIND EACH OF THEM, SO IT WILL BE UP TO THOSE PEOPLE WHO LOVE RUBEN TO VOTE FOR HIM!!!

Is it possible that we have all taken for granted that Ruben will always be safe, and eventually win? Maybe. Don't take him for granted anymore!!! If you want the best to win, do like I did and vote 100 times if you have to.

GO ROOOOOBEN!!!

Last Night I was mad as hell!!!!!
Please Ruben is the best, that boy can sing while he smiles, now that is talent. If Ruben went home last night I was never going to watch American Idol again and believe me I would have passed it on so my friends and friends of my friends would never watch it either. Josh needs to GOOOOOOOOOOO!!
Let's keep it real, it should be between Clay and Ruben, Clay being second of course...So come on fans of RUBEN (205) get on the phones and vote, get you friends to vote, your mother, your father, your boyfriend/girlfriend whom ever, shit vote 10 times if you have to. Let's help the true talent win..RUBEN RUBEN RUBEN

Ruben is the best and Josh should have been in the bottom two that is crap. I think that Ruben should be the next American Idol.

We must vote very heavily for Ruben. If Ruben is voted off, then the show is a fraud. Ruben is so talented, how could he be in the bottem two and Josh still there. He has no talent. He should step down. Last year was unfair when Tymara Gray was voted off and Kelly Clarke became the American Idol. Kelly is good , but not as good as Tymara. If Ruben leaves, then the show is about race, not talent. Please vote next week.

I have to have somewhere to vent my anger. Last night was the biggest load of garbage I have ever seen. Regardless of the final outcome, Ruben is the American Idol. He is CLEARLY superior to all the others. Wake up call for all fans...vote next week!

I am glad to see that I am not the only one that notices real talent. I am from Charlotte, and even though, I should be pulling for Clay,my heart has been with Ruben from day 1. I was so angry last night, with what happened, that I could not get to sleep. Something went very wrong. Don't worry, I am a loyal voter every Tuesday night. And I always vote for Ruben. I will have to make everyone in my family vote next week. From the first time that I heard Ruben, I fell in love with his voice. I know a few times, he brought tears to my eyes. We love you, Ruben!

I am still upset and angry about last night. I cannot believe Ruben was in the bottom 2 while Josh just sat there. The show is rigged or America is just tone deaf!

I am so disgusted that I don't even want to watch anymore. Ruben is the only reason I do. He is the most talented by far and I would buy his CD is a second. I look forward every week to see what he will sing. And every week he does not disappoint.

Wake up America! Vote for Ruben next week. Don't just assume he'll move on. The final two should be Ruben and Clay!

I have listened over and over again to every song the top 5 have sung so far, and without actually seeing the contestants their voices seem so different, and even better than on TV.

I don't think you shouldn't run down Josh so much. Even though his performances the last couple of weeks have not been as good, his earlier country songs were great. I think he could be a great country singer.

I think what may have happened this week is that the judges were so mean to Josh the last 2 weeks that people voted for him in sympathy.

Having said that my choices are: #1 Clay #2 Ruben #3 Kim

I really really like Ruben but after listening to his songs over and over, they all begin to sound sort of the same. He needs to broaden what he sings a little.

And after listening to Kim sing "Where the Boys Are" , I would be plenty happy if she won. I compared her version to Connie Francis and I think Kim was better.

YO RUBEN U BARE AWESOME AND SO CUTE! = ) I HOPE U WIN OR I DONT HAVE TO HOPE BECUZ U R GREAT AND I THINK YOULL WIN AND SO DO ALOOOT OF YOUR OTHER FANS U HAVE SO MUCH TALENT! GOOD LUCK I WISH U THE BEST! = )

RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i hope i win ur the best!

= ) = ) = ) = ) = ) = )= ) = ) = ) = ) = ) = ) = ) = )

After watching American Idol last night I don't know if I am going to be watching it anymore. After 2 years of major disappointments, Im beginning to wonder is it the voters or the people that count the votes. Last year it was Tamyra Gray and last night it almost was Ruben Studdard. Im not a racist, but I do know last night was an attack on the minorities. Now if we that are fans of the idols don't call in we are allowing good talent slip away. Please pick up your phones and call in for your favorite idols. My predictions were Joshua, Trenyce, Kimberly, Clay and the winner Ruben~

I too...could not believe the results last night..I think everyone assumed that Ruben was a shoo in and didn't bother to vote. Well guess again...all
the Joshua fans called in and made the difference! Next week I will make sure I get my votes in! Everyone please do the same... I like Josh....but Ruben showed me he was the winner from the 1st show!

Rubin, Babe ur the best win the compitition!
Go Rubin its ur birtday gon' party like its ur birtday!
As 50 cnet would say!
Rubin go all the way man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RUBIN RUBIN and one more word RUBIN!!!!!!!!!!!!

ok guys ruben got the bottom 2 shockingly we all heard it now people think o well every1s gonna vote 4 him so i dont think i will vote 4 him 2night the other people will and so alot people thought that and they didnt vote so i hope thats a lesson please!!!! vote tuesday vote online or call like @ 10:45 b4 the phone lines close

RUBEN big man with big heart u got this

GO RUBEN!!!(*205*)

~!~pat~!~

Pat shut up: capitolize your I's!

I just wanted to say I love you Ruben, You have my vote you sexy teddybear I could just eat you up!!!! By the way Ill be voteing the hole night one love!!!!!!!

I don't know what was going through America's head when Ruben was put in the bottom two. I was outraged! Josh can sing but he can't touch Ruben even if he wanted to. I want Ruben to win and I vote every week. GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ruben rocks...can't believe he was in the bottom two instead of that FAT marine Josh. Still think Clay and Kimberly will be the final two standing however.

Get off the whole "attack on minorities" thing. Here's the way it goes down right here: Josh is riding the "I'm a marine" thing...Ruben has a great voice (don't get me wrong), but is riding the "I'm a big sweet Teddy Bear" thing and people are getting tired of the same ol' thing every week. On top of that, he has ZERO personality. Hell, Clay is a nerd and probably a homo, but at least he has some personality; it's not a black/white thing and you're ignorant if you think so. When it comes down to it, there are two finalists who will emerge...Clay and Kimberly. I don't hear anyone crying racism with Kimberly in there. Give me a break.

I was in total shock when Ruben was put into the bottom 2. I kept thinking it was some kind of scheme that fox came up with to get the crowd worked up. There is no way Joshua should have beat him out. Trenice should not have been there either. She is very good. We love Ruben .We will get as many votes in for you tuesday as they will allow. Pam & Philip

I was in total shock when Ruben was put into the bottom 2.I think FOX was behind this to get the crowd worked up. Trenice should not have been there either.They are both very talented. If anyone should have been there it should have been Joshua & kimberly. They don't fit the American Idol. Hang in there Ruben we think you are The American Idol. We will vote as many times as they will allow. Pam & Philip

Ruben is my American Idol!!!! Thank goodness Trenice is off there.She needed to go long ago!!Ruben sending chills up my spine everytime he sings!!We all need to continue to vote to keep him in there!!!I LOVE YOU RUBEN!!!!!!!

OMG I LOVE RUDEN AHHHH HIS DIMPLES ARE SOOO CUTE!!!

Ruben is such a cutie!!! I was upset he was in the bottom 2, but thankfully things worked out in his favor. He's definately THE American Idol! GO RUBEN!!! We're all pulling for ya!! :-*

GO 205!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RUBEN ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I don't know about you but I have been looking for a t-shirt with 205 on it so I could show my love and support for Ruben.
At last I've found a place, they're only $10 and we can wear his lucky number for him so he doesn't EVER go into the bottom 2 again. He should NEVER be taking that walk of shame!!!! www.205clothing.com

I believe the reason Josh is still there is that a the little girls think he's cute..and let's face it, little girls are mostly the ones who watch it. We need to stand up for Ruben..make sure you all vote for him Tuesday--as many times as you can!! It's toll free. Ruben is such an incredible talent. I know if he doesn't win, he will still have a great career because he's so good. Go Ruben!!!

I believe the reason Jsh wasstill there is because all the little girls think he's cute, and let's face it., they are the one mostly watching. I love Ruben-- what a smooth, sweet voice. I believe that even if he doesn't win, he will have a great career. We need to call Tuesday as many times as possible for him ,remember-it's toll free!
It wouldn't bother me too much if Kimberly won, i've liked her from the beginning. but she's no Ruben. I'll be sick if Clay wins....I can see him acting as if he won the Miss America pagent! lol!! Go Ruben!

I AM SO INLOVE WITH RUBEN!!! Everytime he sings I cry! His voice makes me all warm n tingly inside, and he has more talent than everyone on the show. He may be big, but he is gorgeous. I can honestly say I fell inlove with him the second I heard him sing at the auditions!:)

RUBEN SHOULD HOPE THAT HE DOESN"T WIN AMERICAN IDOL!!!! BECAUSE IF HE DOES WIN, HE'LL BE STRAPPED DOWN TO A CONTRACT WITH THEM AND HE'S ALREADY MADE A NAME FOR HIMSELF AND PROVEN TO THE WHOLE COUNTRY THAT HE CAN SING SO HE SHOULD HOPE TO LOSE AND GO ON HIS OWN BECAUSE I THINK HE'D MAKE IT A LOT FARTHER ON HIS OWN THEN WITH AMERICAN IDOL! AMERICAN IDOL IS "POP MUSIC" FOR LITTLE GIRLS, RUBEN SINGS R&B MUSIC AND I'M SURE IF HE DOESN'T WIN AMERICAN IDOL, HE'LL HAVE RECOND COMPANIES CALLING HIM NONE STOP! I GUARANTEE, TAMARA, FROM THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN IDOL, WILL MAKE IT A LOT FARTHER THAN KELLY CLARKSON IN THE LONG RUN, AND TAMARA DIDN'T WIN EITHER! IT'S RUBEN'S BEST INTEREST NOT TO WIN! THAT'S MY OPINION ANY WAY!

Birmingham...representin!!!!! 205 baby!!!

slick- you are right, Ruben will do better on his own....but- I want him to make it to the end....

ruben is my future hubby!!!! he is sooooooo cute!
he WILL be the next american idol i think we all know that deep down inside RUBEN I LUV YA.....i will be rooting for ruben all the way

GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ruben is Tha man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!AL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think I'm the only one who doesn't know what 205 means? Please help me

RUBEN SUCKS!!!!!!! how can anyone like ruben???? He is soooooo boring I CANT STAND to listen to him!!!!!!!! CLAY AIKEN IS THE AMERICAN IDOL!!!! GO CLAY!!!!!!!

I totally agree I definitely think Ruben should win this competition!! GO RUBEN!! YOU ARE MY VELVET TEDDYBEAR!! 205!!!

I said the minute I heard Ruben sing that he better be the American Idol and if/when he gets voted off, I'll stop watching. And when he was in the bottom 2 I was so surprised that I fell off my chair and cried until I found out that he wasn't voted off.
Ruben puts the STUD in Studdard!!!

205 is his area code (Birmingham). :)

lee-- clay.....is gay! please---wake up!

Dearest Ruben,

I'm sitting here listening to Donnie Hathaway's greatest hits and I'm thinking of you. You have the most amazing voice I have ever heard, you're cute as shit, and I LOVE you with all my heart...RUBEN STUDDARD....WILL YOU MARRY ME? I'm a 20 year-old Sexy ass girl from manhattan, NY and I go to college so you know I'm educated and doing something with my life. I've watched every american idol just to see you. You are perfect...we would look sooo cute together. I made a 205 jersey dress which I wore out the other nite and got soo many compliments on. I really wanted to make you some cookies...but didn't have your address (wink wink, nudge nudge, etc) so me and my twin ate them all. PS- my twin's mother went to Alabama A&M too.
To summarize...Will you marry me? I love you. We should chill sometime...u know...get a bite or two lol. E-mail me...margot@bu.edu.
Love,
Margot
PS- you know you won right?

OK TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!!
PEOPLE GET ON THOSE PHONES AND VOTE FOR RUBEN, LIKE I SAID LAST NIGHT IF YOU HAVE TO GET YOUR MOTHER, FATHER, BOYFRIEND/GIRLFRIEND TO VOTE THEN DO THAT
VOTE 10-15 TIMES IF YOU HAVE TO. IF YOU CALL AFTER 10 IT'S EASIER TO GET THROUGH. I DON'T CARE HOW YOU DO IT JUST DO IT. RUBEN CAN REALLY SING AND YES I AGREE HE WILL DO BETTER BY HIMSELF BUT I WOULD STILL LIKE TO SEE HIM WIN. RUBEN IS ALREADY A WINNER IN MY EYES AND I KNOW HE WILL GET A SINGING CONTACT REGARDLESS. RUBENNNNNNNNNNN ALL THE WAY YOU ARE THE MAN DOG 205 205 205

you all are nothing but a bunch of losers! YAAHHH go ruben! go clay! go kimberly! Y'ALL NEED A LIFE!!! None of them have ANY talent! They can sing, big deal! They can't write music, they don't know $h!t about the music industry and they'll all get taken advantage of by greedy record companies! Bottom line, Clay is GAY and that person asking what 205 meant...well, ruben was probably singing since he was 3 years old so 205 is how many pounds he weighed when he started singing! LOL Y'all are LOSERS!!!!

GO RUBEN! You have got this thing won-- I LOVE YOU!

I agree with what Slick previously posted. Ruben would definitely do better on his own and doesn't need American Idol anymore because he has already proven that he is great. He has definitely made a name for himself. I still want him to make it to the TOP two. If he won, it would make Birmingham, Alabama so proud. We're proud no matter what! Continue to represent 205, Ruben. We love you.

Dear Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuben,

I LOVE YOU! I live for Tuesdays at 8. I was devastated last Wednesday, I knew it was not because of me because I voted for you over 100X. You are by far the best. I like Clay a lot too, but I cannot not vote against you. Kimberly and Clay are very very good too. I wish you the best in all that you do. P.S. Take your time with the women, you can have the cream of the crop, but get to know her spirit before you commit. Life is just a moment, so enjoy it! "Keep Your Head to the Sky!"

Stop Playa Hatin' American_Idol_Sucks! You must really need the Lord. Anybody who doesn't like something and takes time out of their busy schedule to express their anger on a site dedicated to American Idol fans must have serious issues. Get a life! We're sorry for whatever has happened to you in the past and we still love you. Maybe you'll get whatever it is you are looking for in life - an education, job, woman/man, personality, spiritual connection with God etc. Go Ruben!

My soon to be sister-in-law and I go to each other's houses to watch American Idol every week, just to see Ruben. We think Ruben is the best on the show!!! I know Clay can sing, but I can't stand him (it's something about him and his voice). Josh was good until he started "trying" to sing country. Don't get me wrong, I like country music, I listen to all music. He can't sing country!!!! I think it should be between Ruben and Kimberly and Ruben comes out #1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Go 205!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I used to be 205, now I'm 256.(the whole area code change for AL)

Go RUUUUUUUUBBBBBBBBEEEEEEENNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ruben YOU ARE THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL!!!!!!!!!!!

Ruuuuuuuuuuben,

I will be the first one standing in line to purchase a ticket when your show comes to Philadelphia. The handwriting is on the wall YOU HAVE MADE IT! I know that the ladies will be throwing their undies at you and screaming RUUUUBEN!!!!!!! Keep smiling that sweet innocent smile, it will get you very far. I look in your eyes and I see WISDOM!!!! WISDOM is a gift from God so cherish that gift with all your heart and SOUL. God Bless You Ruuuuuuuuuuuben!!!

IM FROM NEW ZEALAND, AND WE GET THE SHOW ON TV, SO WE CANT VOTE, BUT IF I WAS ABLE TO MY PHONE BILL WOULD BE PRETTY DAMN EXPENSIVE!!!***** I THINK RUBEN IS BY FAR THE """"BEST""" EVER! josh should have been voted off LONG ago!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS IS A MUSIC COMPETION NOT A DAMN 'MILITARY' COMP! AMERICA, DO U HONESTLY WANT JOSHUA GRACIN 2 WIN THIS???? if you truly think so your crazy dude!! CRAZY!! HIS VOICE IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HORRIBLE!!! HES A COUNTRY SINGER! AND HES NOT WHAT ID CALL AN IDOL! get your votes in america! or you'll see somebody who u dont wana see as your guys AMERICAN IDOL!!! *JOSHUA GRACIN SUX!!* okay,he could be a nice guy and all but is he a great singer?? HELL NO!!
GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOUR SO COOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RRRRRRRRRRRRRROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!! *205*

Ruben, you are great! The Lord has blessed you with a beautiful voice. Continue to be a child of God, keep Him first and He will bless you more than you can ever imagine. I really do hope you win, but if you don't know that you have a fan for life.

Be blessed!

Mrs. Hawk

tonite is my first time voting, but I made up for it I voted several times. I too believe that ruben should be the winner in this competition. But they have all opend that door for future greatest in the music business.

Be encouraged Ruben, you're on your way

Can someone post the phone # to vote for Ruben? I missed the show..... thanks!

RUBEN IM YOUR BIGGEST FAN I LOVE YOU. REALLY HOPE YOU WIN AND AS WELL EMAIL ME (BIGCHEESE0082@AOL.COM) I THINK YOU ARE VERY VERY SEXY AND I HAVE YOU AS MY WALLPAPER ON MY COMPUTER. iM NOT OBSESS BUT I JUST HAVE A REAL BIG CRUSH ON YOU. RUBEN DON'T THINK ITS JUST YOU APPEARANCE OR YOUR TALENT BUT YOUR WHOLE PERSONALITY. I WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK AND I HOPE YOU EMAIL ME BACK LOVE TIFFANY

Ruben. Best of luck to you on the rest of your American idol journey. In my eyes you won the contest. No one sharing that stage with you can test you boy. I can't wait til your album drops. I jst hope one day you will be able to autograph it for me. E-mail me at BlkKoffee@aol.com.

I'm not the biggest American Idol fan so I can't say I've followed Ruben from the beginning but I can say that for him is that I've tried to tune in. His voice is amazingly sweet and an obvious gift from above. Keep smiling ya big teddy. Best of Luck!

I personall think that Josh Gracin.....................................SUX !!!!!

His cowboy s**t aint nothing compared to the smo
oth sexual choklit anthems that Ruben produces !!

I think that because he is a mrine thats keeping him in their with all the war and s**t going on.

But Ruben is the MANTIS !!!!, Josh sounds like Garth Brooks on crack, Trenyce should have stayed, Kimberley Locke - her boobs wont save her next tim - and Clay ,.....man this guy sounds the same, he gotta learn to be more flexible and change his style more coz he's AWESOME Broadway material as Simon says,....SO Josh SUX !!! And Ruben is the SHIT !!!!

Greetings friends

Thank all yall for your support,
My heart is filled with grattitude at all your encouragement and messages of hope
I hope that you enjoyed the show last night
and I pray that I did you all proud
Keep the faith, and once again thankyou for your support,
When I get time I will try and respond to all your emails personally,

My love and blessings be with you all,

Thankyou for helping me get this far, all this would not be possible without yo support,.....

R.Studdard 205
Alabama

Dear Ruben

I don't know if the previous message is really from you or not, but it bought tears to my eyes. Your humble ways just overwhelm me everytime. I LOVE YOU so much and your attitude outshines all that you are up against. I really enjoyed your performance tonight. I tried voting for you for two solid hours and only managed to get four votes in. YOU ROCK!!!! Stay focused and as I previously said "KEEP YOUR HEAD TO THE SKY!" May God bless and keep you! OXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX

I just started watching American Idol for
about a month. I am totally impressed
Ruben. What a voice

Rubin

It's tough getting through on the lines to vote for you, but I continued trying for two hours after the show closed. Only for you, Rubin.

Good Luck!!!!!!t

God has blessed Ruben tremendously and if he doesn't win, my faith in the American people will be forever lost. I have never been so amazed and in love since Michaed Jackson in the 80's when he was still, well you know, Micheal. I'll be forever lovin' Ruben and praying that this is only the beginning of his window of blessings!

God has blessed Ruben tremendously and if he doesn't win, my faith in the American people will be forever lost. I have never been so amazed and in love since Michaed Jackson in the 80's when he was still, well you know, Micheal. I'll be forever lovin' Ruben and praying that this is only the beginning of his window of blessings!

Rueben,
I love to hear you sing and I know that YOU should become the next American Idol, I voted for you 32 times last night......I would only hit redial that many times for you!!! May God Bless You!

RUBIN is my baby! hes so adorable and talented! id marry him in a heartbeat!! i love you sooooooo MUCH rubin!!! *Mwah* im for sure ur biggest fan!!!

Just got the American Idols CD-and I listened to Ruben sing "Superstar" over and over and over.....Ruben, I can't get over just how good you are.........you are phenominal!!!

Ruben big man wit big heart
Watchin now SAFE alright ruben c ya in the top 3

~!~pat~!~

I read Ruben's e-mail to all his fans. How sweet that he would take the time to respond.
This is the kind of high quality I could tell that is in him. I could not get through the
other night to vote after trying 2 hours. I only prayed that other were getting through.
We must continue to help Ruben make it. How exciting it is to have a young man such as
Ruben singing with such quality. May God continue to bless him and I pray that he will
be the next American Idol. Just think how wonderful the night will be when he is
announced the winner and Ruben throwing down on stage!!

Please everybody, vote as many times as you can on Tuesday and push Ruben to the top.

Now see I know we could do it. Next week is no different we must come together and vote to keep Ruben in this. I emailed all my friends to watch the show and vote on Tuesday night, this is what must be done. Ruben deserves to win American Idol hands down. So on Tuesday get all your friends to vote, even if they don't watch the show just call them and tell them want number to call. RUBEN all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reuben, You are the bomb!!!! I look forward to watching and listening to you, weekly. I can't wait until your first album comes out! We are rooting for you in McDonough , Bonaire, and Harrison, Georgia!!!! God has blessed you with a true talent! Keep it up !!!!!!!!! Be Blessed !!!!!! Tamikia, Craig, Mia, and Christian

Dearest Ruuuuuuuuuuben,

I feel you my friend. Don't let this competition stress you dear. You are a CLASS ACT and there is NO DOUBT about that. I saw the look on your face when they were about to choose between you and Josh and I knew exactly what you were feeling. "FEAR NOT FOR I AM WITH YOU", saith the Lord. He has kept you this far my dear and He has promised that HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU ALONE. THINK ON THESE THINGS and know that THE LORD KNEW YOU EVEN BEFORE YOU WERE FORMED IN YOUR MOTHER'S WOMB. He knew all of your dreams and aspirations then too. IF YOU WILL TRUST IN HIM AND LEAN NOT TO YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING, ANYTHING THAT YOU ASK IN HIS NAME is yours. I believe all the things that I just mentioned to you and I know personally that THEY WILL COME TO PASS BUT ONLY IF YOU TRULY BELIEVE. Seeing the gentleman that you are and reading your profile, I am certain that your parents reared you properly, so you know that what I say is true. GIVE IT ALL TO GOD and watch miracles abound. Much Love to you my friend. God Bless you too. Millions are praying for your success. Your fan base is established!!!!!!!

DaBora SatinGurl2@wmconnect.com

Hey y' all when is Ruban coming to St. Louis, Missouri, for a concert? He gotta be comin'

RESPOND.........NEXT PERSON

Hey y' all when is Ruban coming to St. Louis, Missouri, for a concert? He gotta be comin'

RESPOND.........NEXT PERSON

I get chills everytime you sing! Keep up the great sound, we will keep praying and voting! Your friends in Blount County, AL.

RUBEN AIN'T GOIN TO NO SHOW IN ST. LOUIS!!! HE AIN'T GOIN TO NO SHOWS OR CONCERTS! ONLY PLACE THAT BOYZ GOT TO GO IS JENNY CRAIG AND LOSE ABOUT "205" POUNDS!!! HAHAHAHA Y'ALL ARE LOSERS!!!! BYE!!!!

Reuben is going to win this contest HANDS WN. Much success if you shosuld ever read this Reuben

HEY RUBEN IF YOU READ THIS, F*CK YOUR FANS! THEY ALMOST LET YOU DOWN TWO WEEKS AGO WHEN YOU WERE BOTTOM TWO SO FORGET THEM! AND STOP RUBBING YOUR FAT BELLY WHEN YOU SING, IT MAKES ME SICK! BUT AT LEAST YOU DON'T HAVE A RETARDED TWITCH IN YOUR EYE WHEN YOU SING LIKE THAT GAY CLAY DUDE. YOU AND KIMBERLY LOCKE SHOULD BOTH CHECK YOUR FAT @$$E$ INTO A JENNY CRAIG! AND ENOUGH WITH THE 205 SHIRT, RUBEN...NEXT TIME YOU SHOULD WEAR A RED SHIRT...PEOPLE WILL THINK YOU'RE "KOOL AID" OR SUMTHIN!!! LOL

to american idol sux

your comments are funny. but i have to admit that this former johnny rotten fan has a baaaad crush on hay seed clay: I go to sleep dreaming about his drooping eyelid and his facial twitches. I'm serious help me , i'm bewitched.

Just wanna say hi, and that we hear in Alabama and at my place are really supporting you, and our kids luv Ruben also.

How many of you morons actually think that Ruben actually wrote that post? Give me a break. There's some smartass punk out there laughing his ass off at all of you. "Oh, it made me cry..." You all are pathetic. Ruben doesn't even know this site EXISTS, let alone take the time to write something. JEES...America is full of retards. Give me a break.

Hey. "sportplayer25@yahoo.com" - if YOU were able to find this site, what makes you think it would be so hard for Ruben to find it?

Who's the moron, here?

To American_idol_sux!!!!
You Suck buddy!!! And let me tell you the heavy men make the BEST LOVERS!!!!Ruben will make more money then you can ever dream of!!!!And if American Idol Sux so bad why do you watch it!!!You are a real LOSER!!!!You make me SICK !!!!!!

DEAR MORONS,

YOU KNOW WHO I AM TALKING TO. GET A GRIP. WHAT THE HECK IS YOUR PROBLEM. GET REAL. STOP THE HATE. YOU CAN CRITICIZE WITHOUT THE HATE COMING THROUGH. WE LIVE IN A GREAT COUNTRY AND VERSITILITY AND FREEDOM TO BE WHO WE ARE IS A GIVEN. YOU ARE WHO YOU ARE (A MORON) BECAUSE IT IS YOUR FREEDOM AND CHOICE TO BE JUST THAT. TRY LOVE AND KINDNESS ON SOMETIMES FOR A CHANGE OF PACE. I AM SURE YOU WILL FIND THAT IT FITS BETTER THAN IGNORANCE. MAKE YO MOMMA PROUD.

Hello, I would like to comment on Ruben's singing ability as well as his warm personality. He is without a doubt one of the few genuine singing talents since the Beatles. His voice sounds like an "ange"l in disguise. He should win not simple based on his talent, but most importantly,his soulful character. Our society needs more singers like him. What good is a singing sensation when all you they talk about is themself, and their own achievenemnts. We need to all vote on character as well singing talent, since poor charcter will corrupt even the best singing sensations. ie. Michael Jackson if you get my point. GO RUBEN!!! You can weigh as many as 2000lbs, and I will still love you!! since we should all love you for who you are, and not soley on your talent. I'm glad that most of your fans are looking past your "disguse". My roomates and I have been voting for you nonstop since we firts heard you on TV! You are truly a blessing in VOICE as well as PERSONALITY! May you always search for peace no matter what you do. Love Always!!

Ruben,
i am your biggest fan. i love you too,plus you are soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo hott. i hope you are the next american idol because you are the best.

TO JENNY: "heavy men make the BEST LOVERS!!!!" LOL I'M GUESSING YOU LIKE TO BE ON THE TOP A LOT THEN HUH CUS IF A FAT @$$ LIKE RUBEN WAS ON YOU, I THINK YOU'D PROBABLY SINK INTO THE BED MATRESS! LOL SERIOUSLY, WHAT'S WRONG WITH SOME OF YOU? HERE AMERICA IS ALWAYS IDOLIZING OVER SEXY AND HOT PEOPLE IN MAGAZINES AND MOVIES AND MUSIC, AND HERE IN AMERICAN IDOL YOU GOT TWO FATTIES AND A DORK? SERIOUSLY, CAN YOU PICTURE CLAY'S RETARDED FACE OR RUBEN'S FAT BELLY OR KIM'S THREE OR FOUR CHINS ON THE COVER OF THERE ALBUM? WHOEVER WINS THIS COMPETITION, I GUARANTEE THEY WILL NOT PUT THERE FACE ON THE COVER OF THE CD! TOO SCARY!!! LOL

TO THE AUTHOR AMERICAN_IDOL_ SUX

IF AMERICAN IDOL SUX, why do you continue to return here and why do you watch? Get a grip CHILD.
What kind of person is your mother? How did she raise you? Do you know Jesus? Do you know that we are all God's creation including you? He made us all in his image. Get a grip and stop hating on people. What kind of talents do you have. Clay, Kimberly and Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuben are God's gift to America. Let them shine in this dark dismal time in our history. Whomever wins, I wish them all the very best including the ones voted off. I pray that God blesses them all and bring them into his kingdom. I also pray that God will cleanse your heart and draw you neigh to Him. Love is the key! You are what is know as a PLAYA HATER. STOP THE HATE! God Bless You!

hey ruben personally I stopped watching when they pulled that Frenchie hoax out the bag..But I must say I'm a fifth grade teacher in Baltimore Maryland and myself and all of my students are pulling for you....

U no when my friends first saw Ruben on this program,we laughed, we said to each other, this guy must be just a fill in...
but as soon as we heard his voice, Well we never thought he could sing the he does and we been watching this American idol every week just so we can see and hear Rubens performances,we even dubbing them on video!
Ruben, We hope u gonna win cos like ur other fans out there,We also want u to win!
This man has been blessed with many prayers around the world!
We also hope he gonna bring out a music cd when all this is ova and he's the winner!
I WANT IT!!

Wow i couldn't beleive it!
here was this really fat guy standing in the middle of the stage gettin ready to sing,but the moment he started, his size,looks and everything that he appears to be disappeared and all i could hear was the jazzy smooth real soulful sound that was coming out of his voice. it i have been watching this program just so ican hear this magic voice
every week.
Ruben, there are so many things i would like to say about this voice u have,u tops man! i hope u win
and take your music to the top and beyond!
i wish u all the luck possible....

Ruben you are a true phenomenon. Only once in a generation does such a voice, such humility and such joy extend from just one soul. Despite being a guy, I had to find a forum to write and let you know that you truly have a fan in me and my buds. Ruben, don't let guys fool you, you even make us get the chills. Take a step back people because Ruben has finally arrived; and lovemaking will never be the same.

I am so glad that these three have come this far! The three most realistic people are going to be the final three in the competition. At this stage of the game, nobody here is a loser! I wish that one of these three would have been on the first show just because I cannot stand Kelly Clarkson. The fame has gone to her head and she looks way too made up and all fake now. Go Ruben! You give big people like me a reason to be proud!

TO "205 fan" YEAAAHHHHH:

To answer your questions, I watch American Idol because it's funny to watch Simon trash down the singing. We all know Simon makes that show what it is and what Simon says goes...and you know deep down inside Simon is killing himself wishing the final three had better looks to market! He even admitted that a loooong time ago! And I'm not gonna lie, each of them can sing and good job for making it that far...they just don't have a chance! They'll have there 15 minutes of fame now but wait about 6 months to a year, when American Idol 3 rolls along and they'll all be forgotten! They don't have longevity in cometitions such as those reality based "finding a superstar" bull $h!t! Does anyone remember o-town?!?! hmmmm....

And my mother is a great person, thank you very much, and she raised me very well! Still alive today and I can tell the difference between reality and fantasy (fantasy being what american idols think of becoming a superstar). HAPPY BELATED MOTHERS DAYS MOM!

And no, I don't know Jesus...never met the guy since he hasn't been around for nearly 2000 years but thanks for asking. BUt this isn't Sunday school so you can bring your religious crap to another room.

I have the right to state my opinions in this room, just like every one of you in here. Sorry if I'm not all "ooh I love ruben...his fat belly turns me on!" like the rest ofd you @$$ clowns! LOL

HAVE A GOOD DAY!

I think you (american_idol_sux) have obviously been in a coma for centuries because there have been alot of overweight artist who have acheived great things dispite their size. Some of them have even grasped the formula for longevity. Who???How about Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Heavy D, Fat Boys, Fat Albert, Jenifer Holiday, Kelly Price, and the list can go on and on... and yes I remember OTown very well and I will remember Ruben too after American Idol even if I never see him again. The point is even though you are entitiled to your own opinion you are putting the fans down with you ridiculous comments about the fact that we love RUBEN with whatever comes with him. Why don't you stop hating and do some congratulating for a change because you know what... what goes around comes back around. The whole problem is probably jealousy because there isn't anyone on here giving you props and idolizing you....obviously you watch the show too....

RUBEN
You are an inspiration to me and people all across the world. I am a singer/songwriter and I do local artist management here in Baltimore, Maryland. For a while I have been out of the game for one reason or another. Since I have been watching the show and listening to your performances I have been inspired to write new songs and poems. I have never been good at performing because of being too shy and concious of the way I look though nobody can really figure out why. I favor Kimberly Locke an awful lot and am also built very much like her. I saw you too on AI and decided that I should display my talent that GOD gave me and stop wasting it because of people like American_Idol_Sux who don't support people based on how they look. So I just wanted to say thanks . I think you are a handsome man and that Kimberly is a beautiful woman and hopefully it will be you two at the end. Thanks again and I hope you have received the card I sent and that you will respond.
Much love from B - More 212
Mika

Mika:

Okay, I have already admitted tonnes of times that YES I do watch the show! DUHHHHH!!! I told you so I can see Simon diss every contestant! Maybe you should read what I have to say before you spit back at me, okay? And yes, you've named me a lot of fatties on that list (not that anyone knows half those people or anything)...but not ONE of them is considered a "POP" artist and that is what the show is all about. For little girls to admire! Name me all the POP superstars in the past 5 years...backstreet boys, nsync, britney spears...All considered "hot" in Americas opinions. Little girls are the market pop music (american idol) is trying to impress. Little girls want a hot guy to dream about or a hot girl to be like...that's what is wrong with music today.

I already admitted these American idols can sing, but the music business is NOT only about music...it's also about image and I'm sorry but these final 3 contestants just don't have that image. Be truthful with me...would any one in this room really give someone like Ruben or Clay a second glance if they walked by you on the street? HELL NO! You'd probably have to move off the sidewalk and walk on the street if fat ruben was coming along! LOL

I give credit where credit is due, Ruben should win the competition, even though CLAY DOES HAVE A BETTER VOICE. BUt if Ruben does win, he'll be nothing but a corporate puppet with Simon's hand straight up his @$$ telling him every little thing to do! What a great life!

SIMON RULES!!!!!

Sorry kim your gone next then clay Ruben is gonna totally win

If they are doin the bottom 2 wednsday tuesday i dont care if they are busy keep voting 4 ruben over and over so clay and kim get the bottom 2 ruben=big man big heart

~pat~

GO RUBEN(*205*)

rubin is the best one on american idol i have liked him from the start he is sssssooooooooooo
cute cause of his big smile!!!!!!!!!

ok guys ruben got the bottom 2 shockingly we all heard it now people think o well every1s gonna vote 4 him so i dont think i will vote 4 him 2night the other people will and so alot people thought that and they didnt vote so i hope thats a lesson please!!!! vote tuesday vote online or call like @ 10:45 b4 the phone lines close

RUBEN big man with big heart u got this

GO RUBEN!!!(*205*)

~!~pat~!~

Posted by: Pat on May 1, 2003 07:08 PM
Pat shut up: capitolize your I's!

Posted by: Shuveit on May 1, 2003 08:50 PM

sry 4 the interuption i just wanna say shuveit i dont hav 2 capitolize does ruben care shut ur god damn mouth ok any way

Go ruben big man big heart

~pat~

LISTEN UP PEOPLE,

AND SO THE SAGA BEGINS, HAVE YOU HEARD WHAT JOSH HAS SAID ON SEVERAL INTERVIEWS? AMERICA REALLY WANTED JOSH TO WIN BUT HE COULDN'T PULL IT OFF. SO NOW HE IS SAYING THAT RUBEN WILL WIN BUT HE THINKS THAT CLAY SHOULD BECAUSE HE SINGS BETTER. WATCH VERY CAREFULLY WHAT HAPPENS FROM HERE ON OUT. THINK ABOUT THIS, THERE ARE TWO AFRICAN AMERICANS AND ONE WHITE, THE AFRICAN AMERICANS WILL SPLIT THERE VOTES BETWEEN KIMBERLY AND RUBEN. THEREFORE, CLAY IS A SHOEIN FOR THE FINAL SHOW. BECAUSE ALL OF JOSH'S VOTES WILL GO TO CLAY. SIMON REALLY WANTS CLAY TO WIN CAUSE HE WILL BRING IN THE TEENIE BOPPER MONEY...MUCH LIKE BARRY MANILOW. YOU HAD TO GET USED TO LOOKING AT HIM TOO.

SO THEREFORE, I HOPE THAT YOU WILL COMMIT YOURSELVES TO WEAR THAT REDIAL BUTTON OUT TOMORROW FOR THE COMPLETE TWO HOURS, NO MATTER WHOM YOU ARE VOTING FOR!

THE CALL IS FREE, ONE VOTE WON'T DO IT....WEAR THE BUTTON OUTTTTTTTTT!!!

PEACE!!!!!!

SATINGURL: WOULD YOU SHUT THE HELL UP ABOUT THE WHOLE BLACK AND WHITE ISSUE! THAT $H!T DON'T MATTER! GOD DAMN, SO SICK OF HEARING PEOPLE TALKIN TRASH ABOUT BLACK AND WHITE...WHAT ABOUT THE BROWNS? AND THE ASIANS? AND THE NATIVES?!?! WQHO ARE THEY GOIN TO VOTE FOR?!?!?! YOU AND PEOPLE LIKE YOU WHO THINK AMERICAN IDOL IS ABOUT "RACE" SHOULD REALLY SHUT THE HELL UP! I CAN CARE LESS IF RUBEN IS BLACK WHITE GREEN OR BLUE....DOESN'T MATTER WHAT COLOR HIS SKIN IS...HE'S STILL A FAT MOFO! LOL

TO AMERICAN IDOL SUX,

YOU ARE SUCH A SAD SACK....GROW UP AND GET A LIFE....LITTLE BOYEEEEEEEE!

RUBEN 205 BABY YOU ARE THE BEST
I AM FROM IRELAND AND I WATCH AMERICAN IDOL
EVERY WEEK BECAUSE OF YOU.YOU ARE SOOOOOOOOOOOOO SEXY AND YOUR VOICE IS LIKE A ANGEL I THINK YOU SHOULD WIN AMERICAN IDOL YOU ARE SOOOO MUCH BETTER THAN THE RESTAND I THINK YOU ARE THE BOMB BABY.ANYWAY YOUR EITHER COME FIRST OR SECOND AND EITHER WAY YOU WILL BE A STAR
SIMON COWELL CAN TELL YOU THAT WHEN POP IDOL IN EUROPE WAS ON THE TWO BOYS THE WON WERE GARRETH GATES AND WILL YOUNG
WILL YOUNG CAME 1ST AND GARRETH GATES CAME SECOND BUT NOW THE PERSON THAT CAME
SECOND IS SELLING MORE RECORDS BECAUSE HIS TALENT SHINED THORUGH JUST LIKE YOURS DOES
I WISH I COULD VOTE BUT I CANT FROM HERE IN IRELAND BUT I PRAY THAT AMERICAN VOTES

RUBEN STUDDRD AMERICAN IDOL NUMBER 1

Just wanted to say that I hope (no, I know) that Ruben is going to win. Never in my whole life have I heard such a pure and beautiful voice. When Ruben sings, I get goosepimples - and what a lovely person he seems to be too.

Clay on the other hand is too sickly-sweet for me. Don't get me wrong -he has a brilliant voice - but all that winking and singing out of the corner of his mouth just make me puke (nothing personal Clay - just be yourself instead of trying to look like you're on auditioning for the Sound of Music or something).

So GO RUBEN! You're the next Barry White! And when you do win, don't let it go to your head and spoil the kind and wonderful person that you are now :)

Lots of love

Debbi (Lancashire, UK) xxx

Oh, and just one more thing ... I hope Simon has the decency to release Ruben's version of 'How Can You Mend A Broken Heart' by the Bee Gee's.

Ever since I heard him on on Friday night I can't get it out of my head.

YOU'VE GOT ENGLAND'S VOTE RUBEN!

American_Idol_Sux:
I was unaware due to all the genres of music being utilized by AI that we were specifically placing these candidates in a pop music situation...okay. I think the idea of a pop star was dismissed a long time ago. I think that we are looking for talent and creativity and no matter what song Ruben was given to perform he managed to perfect it and make it his own. So all that hating in reference to people's sizes and image should cease immediately.... I LOVE RUBEN STUDDARD and for your information if he walked by me on the street I would still be interested in him, and if you were paying attention before spitting at me you would very much understand that I love him for his personality as well as his talent and he brought that to American Idol ...American Idol did not create that for him.
Lastly, the music industry has created many images for many people and weight can be lost if need be... however I think Ruben will be embraced regardless....

*** SPECIAL NOTE ***
VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE
FOR RUBEN STUDDARD UNTIL YOU CAN'T VOTE NO MORE!!!!
I LOVE YOU RUBEN!!!

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis LOVES RUBEN......They say he will have a great career....Read On!

Idol' producers, music pros approve of
the fans' choices
By Bill Keveney, USA TODAY
American Idol fans have gotten it right so far:
Two of the three finalists, Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard, are considered the
likeliest bets for future recording success. So say producers and other
behind-the-scenes pros in the music industry when asked to assess their
chances.

No matter who survives tonight's singing competition (Fox, 8 ET/PT) and next
week's finale, Aiken, Studdard and Kimberley Locke already have received
invaluable exposure for fledgling careers. (Related item: Vote for your
American Idol.)

The outlook for each:

Studdard. His career track is the easiest call, with experts saying he
most likely would enjoy success as an R&B singer. The 25-year-old
Alabama native told USA TODAY recently that he also has an interest
in spiritual music.

"Ruben, with no gimmicks and no marketing, just flat out has the best chance to
actually have a career," says Jimmy Jam, who with partner Terry Lewis has
produced hits for Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson and Usher. Jam recently met
with Tamyra Gray, the fourth-place finisher from the first Idol, to discuss
working with her.

"Ruben obviously could sing R&B. That's his style," Jam says. "If he has an
inkling toward gospel music, someone like him could break the genre open
bigger."

And with his engaging "big-boy image," Studdard's girth shouldn't hold him
back, says music industry consultant Tom Vickers, despite the music industry's
heavy focus on appearance.

"For females, that's more true, unfortunately, than it is for males," he says.

Aiken. Experts praise Clay's voice as well but are less certain about a
musical direction for him. Jam thinks it would be interesting if he
worked with David Foster, a producer known for timeless songs who
has worked with Celine Dion, Whitney Houston and pop sensation
Josh Groban.

Jam doesn't see Aiken, 24, following Groban's track, but he does envision "a
showier-type style married to the pop sensibilities he has."

Bruce Haring, producer of the DIY Convention for Film, Music and Books, sees
a parallel between Aiken and big-voiced Star Search winner Sam Harris, who
has sung on Broadway. Overall, he says, this year's finalists are better than
the first group.

Vickers thinks Aiken is a pleasant, comforting singer, with potential as a new
Barry Manilow. "Clay's got charisma, confidence, warmth, and he's able to
laugh at himself," he says. "For years, everybody has said you have to be hip
and cutting edge. But in pop, artists have had gigantic success" without being
hip.

Vickers gives Aiken points for becoming "more user-friendly" in grooming and
appearance as he updated his haircut and clothing during Idol's run.

Locke. She could have recording success, too, although experts interviewed don't think she has as good of a chance as
Aiken or Studdard. Some compliment her soulful voice but aren't sure what genre suits her best. Vickers looks at it from the
opposite direction, saying Locke has shown the greatest range in moving between musical styles.

And although Joshua Gracin was eliminated last week, experts say that he may have an even better opportunity to sell records if
he continues his singular pursuit of country music.

"I think he could do wonderful there," Jam says. "He has a great personality for that, and he has a great story" as a U.S. Marine.

At this point in the competition, winning the Idol crown won't necessarily improve a singer's career chances. Jam thinks that Gray
was voted off too early last year, but that as a result she has greater freedom in her musical choices.

To american_idol_sux,
HEY BUDDY you really need help!!! American Idol is judging people by how they sing NOT BY HOW THEY LOOK!!! I don't know what is wrong with you and why you feel you need to degrade heavy people all the time. I once was told that men that feel they need to put others down must be covering up for their lack of maleness. Ruben is MORE man then you will ever be!!! I feel sorry for you!!! You judge people by how they look and not who they are. YOU ARE REALLY MISSING OUT ON SOME GREAT PEOPLE BECAUSE OF THIS ATTITUDE!!! YOU NEED TO FIND THE LORD!!!

TO EVERYONE ELSE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE TONIGHT!!!! WE NEED TO KEEP RUBEN IN THERE!!!!!! HE WAS SO GREAT ON OPRAH TODAY!!!!!

HEY AMERICAN_IDOL_SUX.....
There have many great singers in music history that were heavy. One example Biggy Small. And in responce to you saying that I must like to be on top because a heavy man would crush me!!! I like to be with a wondeful man no matter his size!! You find the true person on the inside no matter how they look. You need help!!!

RUBEN I LOVE YOU!!!! YOU WERE GREAT ON OPRAH TODAY!!! You are already a winner in Americas eyes!!!! I wish you a world of luck!! And my prayers are with you!!!! When you sing you send goose bumps through my body!!! I hope one day I can meet a man as great as you!!!!

AMERICA!!!!!!

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RUEBEN WAS AWESOME ON OPRAH! I just can't believe that sound that came out of his mouth! Amazing! I thank God for American Idol, because had it not been for them we may have had to wait another year or two to hear such a melodic sound. Such as has not been heard in years, besides Luther and Darwin Hobbs. You have arrived my dear. No one can take that from you. Your past is just that, your past. Look ahead for success is in the palm of your hand.

america_idol_sux hahahahahaha....Everytimie Ruuuuuuuuuuben opens his mouth he makes an even bigger fool of you.....

Ruben, you are such a humble human being and God bless your mother for instilling all the good things in life in you.

PEACE!

Much Love

TO JENNY:

"Ruben is MORE man then you will ever be!!!" Well, ya can't complain with you there...he's more man then about 5 clay's put together...and I still don't think they'd watch ruben's weight!! LOL And YES this is a "POP" competition! Simon did bring this show from England and it was called POP IDOL so some of you idiots need to shut the hell up before trying to talk back at me!!!

And I'll admit, I did watch some of that Oprah shit about american idol and DAMN Ruben is as stupid as a door knob! I mean, for f*ck sakes someone teach that boy how to answer a god damn question!!! He's as boring as he is fat!

And yes, I said it many times, and for the last time YES THEY ALL CAN SING! Bug deal...can he write music? Can he dance?! Not one of these final three idiots...i mean idols can dance! Did you see Clay shaking those hips last week?! Oh my god! How sexy!!! And now imagine Ruben getting his groove on the dance floor? OHH NOOOO! EARTH QUAKE!!!!!

And the person who compared Ruben to Notrious B.I.G. There is NOOO WAY IN HELL you should EVER compare Biggie to Ruben! First of all they're in totally different music catagories and therefore, are attracting different markets! Like I said, American Idol is POP which is for lil girls and Biggie was Hip hop where true talent isn't based on looks, like the POP industry is! Plus, at least BIGGIE wrote his own material...which I know for a fact dumb ass ruben wouldn't know how to do! What's he gonna write a song about? Biggie sizing his Big mac meal at McDonalds?!?! LOL

Oh and to the bitch who said Ruben was an "insperation". What a land we live in where being oiut of shape, overweight and having high cholesterol and perhaps a heart attack at the age of 27 is an insperation! GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

THE ONLY WAY TO BE ASSURED OF GETTING YOUR VOTE IN IS THROUGH TEXT MESSAGING ON ATT. AI IS MAKING A MINT ON THIS

ASS OOPS I MEANT AIS STICK YOUR HEAD IN SOME MUD AND LISTEN TO YOURSELF TALK.....DUMB AZZZZZZZZZ

hi all ruben fans, im trying to get a hold of the song (smile) Ruben sang in tonights show. if anyone of you know who it was originally sung by please post it here? Thank you. GO RUBEN!!!

I have a very strong feeling why people insist on dissing Ruben and that is because Simon didn't have a bad word to say about him, and the reason why he didn't is because Simon is always going to tell the truth. A lot of people may think that Simon is extremely tough on the contestants, but when it comes right down to it, the public is going to be just as hard if not harder. american_idol_sux and Kelsey are two pathetic examples of people who spend their lives shooting others down to make them feel better. The prejudice of american_idol_sux and the foul language of Kelsey only shows their character flaws and Ruben will always outshine both of them.

HEY GROOVY MOM, RUBEN FANS....DID YOU KNOW THAT HIS NEW NAME IS THE VELVET TEDDY BEAR..... :-). they have a Velvet Teddy Bear forum @ezboard.com

american_idol_sux:

About what you typed yesterday? I can tell you never met the guy(Jesus) just by the way you act.
The amount of mercy you show Ruben will be shown to you when you go before God. You are not going to have it very easy. the Lord shall separate the sheep and the goats. The sheep on his right and the goats on his left. I am afraid you are veering toward the left my friend and its not going to be a pleasant eternity for you if you continue on the path your treading!!!

TO by Pamela Galati:

So I'm a GOAT NOW? that's what the bible says for my fate? Well, I'd rather be a f%ckin goat then some sheep like you claim to be! So if y'all are sheep, then I guess that makes the judges of american Idol the heardsmen because they're the one's who lead all you "sheep" in the right direction cus American (sheep) would be lost without the judges! Let's face it, pretty much every week the voting goes based on what the judges (especially what simon) says...and they call it American Idol where America decides?! WRONG! Let's see how different the final three would have been if America didn't have the judges to help them pick the good singers form the bad!

And about Simon NEVER saying anything bad about Ruben. Technically, he has. He's said before that Ruben always sings the same type of songs...melodies, which all sound the same! Look how shitty his performance was tonight when he started to do an uptempo song! And did you see how much that fat boy sweat from THREE ONE MINUTE SONGS?!?! And you expect him to last a whole concert on his own if he makes it to the end?!?! Better have an ambulance ready backstage cus that boy might have a heart attack if he ever was to sing for more than 15 minutes! LOL

Rueben is the best singer for a long while and will make it with or without American Idol. He sounds like the Late, Great, Luther VanDross and that cann't be a bad thing. I have rooted for him from day 1 and if Clay takes the winning number, I question the American voters. Being Canadian, we cannot vote or we would give him 200 votes after every show. P.S. to American idol sux, Whitney Houston sweats too, and they don't come much slimmer.

american_idol_sux:
You really ought to get a life!!! You waste too much of your time coming here harassing people. Ruben is going to win regardless of what you say!!!

And all that bitch calling needs to cease right now. I bet you wouldn't have anything to say to any of us face to face. Besides you are the one moaning and bitching about every damn thing somebody says.... so that makes you the bitch. So just stop bitching and chill the hell out.

I pray that america did the right thing lasnight and voted for Ruben. It took me an hour to cast my vote, But I did it! I finally got through! I luv you Ruben and I'll be one of your biggest fans for as long as I'm able to hear the sweet melody of music!

To american idol sux.

It is unfortunate that you are so harsh in your statements. What you say can be taken into consideration.
I agree Ruben is entirely overweight and yes, it is a health risk to be that big. I also agree that he
did not perform well on the Stevie Wonder tune, but overall he has shown great potential as a recording
artist. I also agree that Ruben cannot be compared to Biggie. Biggie was big, but he was in
a different field of music. Ruben may can be compared to Lavert in size. But all this talk about size.
I think once he establish his place in the music industry, he will have the opportunity to work on his
health and size with the help of experts. Remember Luther has battled weight issues for years and
he was able to bring his weight down. I wish the best for Ruben and I believe he will be a success.
I will continue to support him.

You know, it's great that you come here and dish about AI, but calling people "bitches" and being rude isn't going to get anyone's point across any better.

If you can't have an intelligent, friendly debate, then nobody will take you as an intelligent person. Furthermore, it's hard to take you seriously when you're going off on other people over a television show.

I LOVE YOU RUBEN, YOU ARE GREAT! WE ARE ALL ROOTIN FOR RUBEN IN ANNISTON! HE IS DEFINATLEY THE BES T SINGER AND PERFORMER , HIS SMILE AND PRESENCE JUST MAKES ME HEART MELT! KEEP BRINGING IT

Ruben,
I love your smile and respect your talent.You may not win because of the superficial physical appearance expectations of this competition.But go right on singing.I will buy your first album in a heartbeat. It didn't help you any when a certain young lady held up a sign that said "I had Rubins baby". Not the squeeky clean image they are going for. Whether it was true or not I think it hurt you.

Ok. I just want to say that- RUBEN SUCKS!!!!!! totally and completely sucks! Even my mom agrees that both Clay and Kimberly are much better then ruben. He is WAAAAAAAYYYYYY too boring, and his voice is really scratchy. Clay Aiken is the definate winner of American Idol. I just wanted to say that.......

To Lee who stated that Ruben Sucks and his
voice is scratchy. It is obvious that you have no class. It's call raspy blues. When you are stupid you should keep your mouth shut.

i must say, lee and american_idol_sux - rock on. after hearing all this "I love ruben, fat men turn me on" bs, it's a nice break and it really makes me laugh.

ruben is fat, okay guys? the show is called american idol. IDOL! do we want our idol to be near a heart attack? fine if you aren't perfect, but jeez, the man is so unhealthy that by the time he finishes his 1 and 1/2 minute song he's panting and can barely breathe. and plus he can't dance. another thing is while he may have a decent voice, it's nothing special. it's like about 99% of every other R&B performers. could you imagine -- a 350 pound r. kelly -- the horror! we don't need another one. and what would they do if he won? throw him on a tour where he can "entertain" his fans by crooning stevie wonder-esque songs all night and never moving. the man doesn't even listen to what he sings, all he does is look for an excuse to show off his stupid dimples -- like last week, for example. he was singing a song about breaking up, and being stupid, of course he just smiles while he's singing, trying to seduce america -- ugh, gross!

honestly, i know there are some of you that are genuinely entranced by ruben's jiggling fat and boring barry white wannabe performances, but i bet more than half of you are little teenage girls who have been brainwashed by randy jackson (another fat black man). personally, i think randy jacson is prejudiced against white people. when have you EVER heard him diss a black person on the show? uh...never? besides, ruben probably only gets good comments from the judges because they are afraid if they say something bad, ruben's scary posse of more fat black people will start a riot in the audience and ryan seacrest will get shot and they won't have a host. and so they keep their mouths shut.

now clay -- there's someone who's different. that man definitely deserves to win. amazing voice, a little strange looking, but amazing nonetheless, and a great stage presence. and he can move around the stage without having a heart attack or causing the stage to break -- always a plus.

vote clay if you know what's good for you!

To all of you that feel you need to put Ruben down....
You need to look in the mirror I am sure the person looking back isn't PERFECT. As far as it being American "IDOL" and our idol shouldn't be overweight. I beg your parden. Most of the people in America are overweight. And America is who is voting. I think it would be great for all the overweight children in the world to finally see that no matter their size they can be whoever they want to be. The competition is about how well they can sing. So close your eyes and clearly you will see that Ruben is the BEST.In addition to all of you who feel you need to insult others DO YOU KISS YOUR MOTHER WITH THAT MOUTH?????I feel sorry for all of you. I pray that you never have a child that is overweight or in some way not perfect Because you would probably DISOWN THE CHILD BECAUSE IT WASN'T PERFECT!!!!!

TO RUBEN YOU WERE GREAT LAST NIGHT!!!! YOU ARE MY IDOL!!!!!

I think Ruben has it all. Looks,talent,everything needed to be the next American Idol. All I have to say is GO RUBEN GO! ya'll no hes the next American Idol!

umm excuse me little jenny girl. are you ENCOURAGING BEING OVERWEIGHT? basically that also means you are encouraging bad health. and you say I'M the bad guy here.

yeah, sure the person in the mirror isn't perfect, but i'm also not the one standing up in front of millions of people trying to convince them to make me their idol.

and ruben's voice isn't even that good. have you heard clay? how do you even COMPARE the two? clay owns american idol. and plus, you know that voice thing is SO not true. if the competition was REALLY about the voice, people like corey clark and josh gracin would not have been in the top ten. and people like hadas and that girl that sang angel would win. but it's not about the voice sweetie.

AND WHAT IS WITH YUO PEOPLE CALLING RUBEN A HOTTIE? DO DIMPLES CANCEL OUT FATNESS?

Ruben is an awesome singer!! He makes anyone's voice melt, and anyone's he doesnt has something wrong with them!! As for Lauren you need to stop thinking out of your ass! Clay belongs on Broadway not "American Idol" It is a singing competition and weight should not be a factor. Yes, pleasing the crowd is very important when singing but when Ruben sings he sings with his heart and that is performance enough. When Clay sings he doesnt sing from the heart and that's what it's all about!

right on morgan!!!!!

PEOPLE!

ALL OF THE IGNOROMIUSES HAVE FORGOTTEN THAT RUUUUUUBEN (THE VELVET TEDDYBEAR) IS A FORMER FOOTBALL PLAYER....DUHHHHHHH!!!! WHO CHOSE TO BECOME A SINGER....AND IS NOW IN THE FINAL THREE OF AMERICAN IDOL! HAHAHAHA THE JOKE IS ON YOU CAUSE WEIGHT OR NO WEIGHT......HE HAS ARRIVED!

LOVE YOUR STYLE RUUUUUBEN NO MATTER WHERE YOU FINISH IN THIS FARCE.

RUBEN'S "IDOL" FAME NOT FLEETING

Hometown plugs good for area

By WILLIAM C. SINGLETON III
BIRMINGHAM POST-HERALD
Callers to the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau usually ask questions about the city, but lately they've started asking another question.
"So many of those folks who are wanting other things like meeting space and tours never fail to mention Ruben," said Dilcy Hilley, vice president of marketing for the bureau. They'll ask, 'Is Ruben home now? Are y'all as excited about Ruben as we are?' The Ruben fever is not just local. It's widespread."

Hilley is referring to Ruben Studdard, one of three finalists remaining in the popular "American Idol" Fox television program, which airs at 7 o'clock tonight on WBRC-6.

The Birmingham native has become a one-man advertisement for the city and the state of Alabama, according to city and tourism officials. At first, he sported 205 area code shirts during each Tuesday performance, but even though he has started dressing more for the "American Idol" part, he still works the 205 or Alabama in on the Wednesday night elimination show.

His declared love for Birmingham has made him the city's No. 1 promotional vehicle. Even international callers to the visitor's bureau ask about him.

"He's mentioned so often his love for Birmingham and the people of Birmingham and what a pretty city it is. I mean his compliments, they're really unsolicited and not the kind of publicity you can buy," Hilley said.

Ruben's talent and persona make him an attractive spokesman, she said. However, it's his unashamed pride for Birmingham that makes him such a natural promoter for the city, particularly for a city that still struggles to shed its connection to civil rights injustices of the past.

"We have received $1 million of free positive publicity for Ruben Studdard being on 'American Idol,' " Birmingham Mayor Bernard Kincaid said during a City Council meeting.

Last year, the convention and visitor's bureau promoted Birmingham through famous former residents such as actress Courteney Cox Arquette and former basketball star Charles Barkley.

"Ruben would have fit very well with that campaign," Hilley said. "But we have moved on from there. I don't know. Maybe we have to take Ruben to some trade shows and see what the response is there."

City Stages officials weren't able to get Studdard to perform at the music festival this weekend, but they booked his band and got the "American Idol" star for TV and radio commercials that start today.

"Hey, my name is Ruben Studdard. I want to invite you all out to see my band, Just a Few Cats, Saturday, May 17, at City Stages," he says in the commercial.

Guy McCullough, marketing director for City Stages, said festival organizers tried to book Studdard and almost had a deal worked out. "He was hoping he could perform, but the rehearsal schedule (with 'American Idol') was conflicting," McCullough said.

Capitalizing on Studdard's fame, the festival booked his band, which will play on the Coca Cola stage — the biggest venue at City Stages — at 7:10 p.m. The R&B and jazz band will perform a medley of tunes Studdard has sung on "American Idol."

Studdard also has been a favorite among local restaurants, which he mentions in newspaper or television interviews. One such interview introduced more customers to Green Acres Cafe, which has restaurants in downtown Birmingham, West End and South Avondale.

Greg Gratton, owner of Green Acres, said Studdard had been a patron before "American Idol" and before he mentioned his love for the restaurant's chicken wings.

Gratton has added the "Ruben Special" to the menu, which includes five wings, fries and fried green tomatoes. He said he's not taking advantage of Studdard's fame because it was Studdard who brought attention to him.

"I was supporting him before he even gave me the plug," Gratton said.

Gratton said many customers order the "Ruben Special" just because of Studdard.

"A lot of people come in with something else on their mind and they look up and say, 'That's what I want,' " he said. "They figure whatever Ruben likes they'll also like because he's a good guy."

Even if Studdard doesn't win the contest or make it big, the "Ruben Special" has a permanent place on the menu, as far as he's concerned. "I don't intend on stopping it," he said.

City Councilman Bert Miller said Studdard is in high demand beyond a marketing standpoint.

"I get requests for Ruben every day," Miller said. "And I tell them right to the point, I cannot promote Ruben. I cannot send him to your school, your banquet, your church or whatever because Ruben is under contract, and he will be under contract when he wins this contest."

City Stages' McCullough doesn't believe Ruben fever is a passing fad.

"I think the appeal stems from the fact that he's an extraordinarily talented young man, and he's just so very nice. He's just a very agreeable, genuinely nice guy," McCullough said. "I think his talent is such that he'll have quite a career ... and, therefore, will be in demand promotionally."

I'm so nervous right now---my heart is pounding out of mychest!!!!

POPULARITY NOTE: GO TO GOOGLE.COM AND TYPE IN RUBEN STUDDARD......3,310 SITES
CLAY AIKENS.....2,210

DANGIT THERE IS ANOTHER KIMBERLY LOCKE, REAL ESTATE MAGNATE....22,100

OK I WENT BACK AND TYPED IN KIMBERLY LOCKE AMERICAN IDOL...4,520

HEY YALL, KIMBERLY BEAT THEM BOTH...HMMMMMMMMM......THEY ARE ABOUT TO GIVE THE RESULTS 4% DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THEM ALL.....FOLKS WAS VOTING THEIR ____ OFF LAST NIGHT!

KIMBERLY IS GOING HOME!!!!! SORRY TO SEE HER GO!!!!!!

iT'S ON!!!!! RUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN AND CLAY!!!!!!

oh and ruben goes to the next round

haven't heard from lauren in a long time have we?...lol

I was surprised to see Kimberly go. I don't have anything against Clay but I wasn't sure about how his performance of "Vincent" was going to effect him. Still glad to have them both.

i missed it. who got voted off?

I am not going to get into a religious discussion on here. This is not the place for it. But what I will tell you is Ruben's size is nothing when you compare it to his character. I also would say that you wouldn't want to be a goat if you knew what all it entails.
Matthew 25:31-46

Ruben REPRESENTS! He makes us 205ers so proud and has our community sticking together and pulling for him. Even if Ruben becomes the American Idol-I do not look for him to become a snob or too good for his hometown. He is just humble and a nice guy. Thanks Ruben for making us proud.

Wow some people on here are actually jumpin on my band wagon and know exactly what I'm talking about! Claps goes out to Lee and Lauren! Now I'm not the type to go and jump out and cause hatred, I just have my own opinions and it is all you RUBEN LOVERS who jump all over me first for having my opinions about him and trash talkin me so obviously I am goin to give it back! Lauren did have excellent points! LOL "A FAT R KELLY" LOL I can picture it now!

Youi Ruben lovers got to admit, Clay does have a better voice and now that Clay and Ruben are in the final 2, if it was to be judged solely on SINGING (like tonnes of you on here praise about) then clay should win because he does have a better voice! All you have to do is listen instead of being blinded by that! But from a marketing position, I'm guessing they hope Ruben wins because American Idol would rather take a chance trying to market Ruben, then a dorky looking queer like Clay.

BUt let's face it, Ruben can't dance, Can't sing a fast song, and would die of exaustion if he sang a song longer than 3 minutes! He's got a good voice, but hey, maybe they can just use his voice and get some better lookin guy to lip sing to his music. Can we say Milli Vinilli of the 21st century?!

TO LAUREN,
I don't even have to see your face to see that you are UGLY.You are one nasty mean person!!! IF someone is overweight it doesn't make them less of a person However when someone has No HEART(ie YOU) it does make them less of a person. Lauren You ARE ugly from the inside out!!! And Ruben is beautiful from the INSIDE OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

To American_idol_sux...
Can you say LOOOOOSER because that is what you are!!!!
If you knew what real tallent was you would see that Ruben is great!!!
There are many Great People in the History of America that weren't "PERFECT" However there tallent and passion lead the way for them. I don't know who you think you are but you need to take a good hard look at your self!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is the biggest farse I have ever witnessed. How far are we going to let this talentless bafoon go? He should have gone a long time ago. Doesn't the Special Olympics have a singing competition?

All I can say is CLAY!!!!!
Ruben is NO COMPETITION!!!
Sorry fat boy.

Why do you people think just because this guy, Ruben, has the IQ of a doughnut he is some sort of "idol"?
Sorry, but if he ever wins, and GOD I HOPE NOT!, he will be a one-hit-wonder!
I heard that Burger King is looking for a new spokes person!

(This comment has been edited, because it is pointless and absurd. This is my PERSONAL website, people. Have some respect.)

(This comment has been edited, because it is pointless and absurd. This is my PERSONAL website, people. Have some respect.)

Tinisha no matter what ruben does with his life He will be BETTER THEN YOU!! You probably Work at Burger King !!!! And Kent R and Simon you are terrible people!!!
RUBEN WILL RISE ABOVE EVERYONE AND ALL OF YOU LOSERS WON'T BE FIT TO SHINE HIS SHOES!!!

RUBEN YOU ARE THE MAN.YOU SING GREAT AND ARE VERY SEXY!!!!!YOU WILL SHOW ALL THESE LOOOOSERS AND BE OUR AMERICAN IDOL!!!!!!

This is a shout out to Rubens mom!!! You did a great job raising him. He is wonderful!!! And you looked great on Oprah!!!

Jenny, you really need to simmer down! First of all, someone who is that obsessed with a singer (IE YOU), needs a life because if the only good thing goin on in your life is some singer on tv then I feel sorry for you...and that goes for the rest of you ppl who are obsessed with celebrities...doesn't matter if it is ruben ,clay, michael jackson, justin timberlake, whatever...y'all need a life!

and for the last god damn time, why do you always put me down for my own opinions? If you don't like what I say, don't read it! So god damn simple! Here's a check list for what you need to be a successful music artist, let's see if ruben qualifies...

RUBEN CLAY
good singer yes yes
good dancer no no
good look no HELL NO
good personality no (better than ruben)
good stammina no ???
marketable no no
write own material no no

So looks like both finalist don't have what it takes for longevity...I got three words

ONE
HIT
WONDERS

.......................................RUBEN..........CLAY
good singer......................yes...............yes
good dancer.....................no................no
good look.........................no................HELL NO
good personality...............no.....(better than ruben)
good stammina................no................???
marketable......................no................no
write own material...........no................no

To American_idol_sux...
If you are so great and know so much why don't you try out for the show???
And Ruben is great is why i like him!!!
And DO NOT USE THE LORDS NAME IN VANE!!!!!!

I really want Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuben! to win. He is so awesome and he delivers every single night. Clay is good too, but Ruben is da bomb!

Lots of Love for Ruben-

Ana

American-Idol-Sux, Ruben is VERY marketable. Clay too!

Heres why:

THEY'RE ON AMERICAN IDOL!!!

They could release a blank disk, put the face of the winner on it and people will STILL buy it.

Anyways, Ruben is the better singer hands-down. He's more soulful than anyone on that show.

a_i_s......you're a democrat aren't you? Pretty soon you'll be blaming the president for "allowing" this show to be on the air.
As far as Ruben goes--you can stop trashing him, God did not make any of us perfect ,although Ruben's perfection is his voice,which is God-given. As far as I'm concerned, he can sing the slow songs forever, because he has such a beautiful voice. As far as Clay goes..yes he does have a good voice, but he's not my "cup of tea". And "one hit wonders?" you only wish you could have one hit, you can't even make 1 scratch.
GO RUUUUUUUBBBBBBEEEEEEEENNNNNN!

I LOVE RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BEAT CLAY IN THE FINALS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL BE FIRST IN LINE TO BUY YOUR CD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
945 LOVE'S 205!!!!!!!!!!

I would like to comment that I think we shouldn't judge people on their looks, nor on their talent since God made each one of us with imperfections and we're all related by blood as Pastor Billy Graham says. Who are we to pose our judgement on people when we are the ones who will be judged when the Lord comes. I think both boys are awsome despite their IQ. We do not know them, and our only opionions on them are based on our own biases. No one is perfect, and some say that beauty and popularity lies in the eyes of GOD and is he alone who get to decide on their fate. It's ultimately God's intervention supernaturally that may the best singer HEART AND SOUL someone filled to the rim with a love for GOD wins. Perhaps becoming famous might not be the right thing for Clay at this time, perhaps he should be more grounded working for God's ill equipt children who really are the ones to need his undivided attention. If he should win then we should all bless him since he is a blessed child of God, and may he continue to carry on his good works. All we need is peace, love and unconditional support and praise no matter who wins or loses. Fame and popularity isn't all there is for happiness. Don't you people learn anything from 9/11. Our world is too full of hatred and judgement that we cann't see straight past our own noses. We need to look deep inside of ourselves before we put judgements on people. God knows some of you makeing those nasty remarks aren't so perfect yourselves. What do I know, I'm only a 85 year old Black widow who simply think it's a blessing just to be on American Idol. We should all congradulate the boys for going this far and support them unconditionally. Personally, since I'm from Tennesse and I'm African American, I would love to see some diversity in our music industry, and Ruben definetely gives us that spice in our culture. I only pray that whomever wins may the Lord make him the best success there is for his works. I'm rooting for Ruben, since he does have a firm professional background and training in singing, and I believe the lord will make him a great singer and mentor for all those black kids and older people like myself. I would much rather see Clay still work with his kids, even though his vocal range is much higher than Ruben's but I sincerely believe that becoming famous would abandon him from those children who really need him to be there. He is such a caring soul, why would God send him in the midst of all the media hype and into the world where money and fame dominates your sense of self.

THIS GOES TO EVERYBODY:

ALL YOU GUYS CAN SAY TO ME IS "THIS COMPETITION IS ALL ABOUT FINDING THE SINGIER WHO'S GOT THE GREATEST VOICE" WRONG!!! THIS WHOLE AMERICAN IDOL IS NOTHING BUT AMERICAN IDOL AND FOX, MAKING MONEY OFF ANOTHER REALITY BASED TV SHOW!!! AMERICAN IDOL USES ALL THESE KIDS, PUTS EM IN FRONT OF A TV AND HOPE TONNES OF PEOPLE WATCH! THINK ABOUT IT, IF IT WAS REALLY ABOU FINDING THE BEST SINGERS, WHY DO THEY ALWAYS SHOW THE REALLY SHITTY ONES IN THE BEGINING OF THE SEASON? THEY DO THAT JUST SO SIMON CAN TRASH THEM DOWN AND GET HIGHER TV RATINGS! THOSE SINGERS HAVE ABSOLUTLEY NOTHING TO DO WITH "FINDING THE BEST SINGER" SO WHY SHOW THEM ON THE SHOW?!?!

AMERICAN IDOL IS LIKE GEORGE BUSH INVADING IRAQ. BUSH SAYS HE WENT THERE TO LOOK FOR WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION BUT DOES HE FIND ANY?!? NNOOOOO! HE JUST USES THAT REASON TO BLIND AMERICA OF THE TRUTH OF WHY HE REALLY WENT THERE, FOR THE OIL, THE MONEY! JUST LIKE AMERICAN IDOL...THEY SAY THEY ARE LOOKING FOR THE NEXT BIG SINGER, JUST TO BLIND AMERICA...BUT REALLY THEY CAN CARE LESS IF ANY ONE OF THEM MAKE IT, AS LONG AS THEY MAKE MONEY OFF THE SHOW! GOD BLESS AMERICA WHERE THE DOLLAR SIGN RULES ALL!!!

THAT IS WHY ANYONE WHO AUDITIONS FOR STUPID REALITY SHOWS LKE AMERICAN IDOL OR SURVIVOR OR WHATEVER, JUST NEED TO KNOW THEY'RE NOTHING BUT LAB RATS TO THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TV EXECUTIVES!

AND TO ERIK, ABOUT YOUR POINT THAT THEY ARE MARKETABLE JUST BECAUSE THEY HAVE BEEN ON AMERICAN IDOL. YES, THEY ARE SOMEWHAT MARKETABLE BECAUSE OF THAT BUT WILL THAT 15 MINUTES OF FAME LAST?! NOOOOOOOOOOO....LOOK AT PAST EXAMPLES OF ANY REALITY SHOW! ALL OF THEM ARE FORGOTTEN WITHIN A YEAR! O'TOWN RING A BELL? WHERE ARE THEY? ANYONE STILL THINK ABOUT RICHARD HATCH OFF SURVIVOR?! LET'S SEE IF ANYONE REMEMBERS KELLY THIS TIME NEXT YEAR!

YA, AMERICAN IDOL WILL MAKES TONNES OF MONEY OFF THESE KIDS, WHETHER IT IS CLAY OR RUBEN, BUT AS SOON AS THERE 15 MINUTES IS UP, AND ALL YOU RUBEN LOVERS WATCH AMERICAN IDOL 3 AND FIND A "NEW RUBEN" OR "NEW CLAY" TO ROOT FOR, THOSE BOYS WILL GET THERE ASSES KICKED TO THE CURB. THAT'S THE RECORD INDUSTRY FOR YOU. SO WHO DO YOU BLAME? THE RECORD COMPANY OR THE PEOPLE (LIKE YOURSELVES) WHO TURN THE OTHER DIRECTION AS SOON AS THEY PUT A NEW PRODUCT IN FRONT OF YOU?!?! FOR SHAME GOES TO AMERICANS FOR BEING SO GULLIBLE AND BRAINWASHED BY THE ALL MIGHTY TV!!!

Ruben, I think your humbleness is a clear representation of God in your life for as you remain humble God will exalt you. Keep your head up and know that you are already a winner!
I look forward to seeing you on your first album cover here soon!

Be Blessed

Stacey

To american_idol_sux....i cant believe you are telling "jenny" to get a life rather then drooling over Ruben when ur the one who comes on these "fan" sites to put people down....if you hate it that much with a passion then build ur own damn site and leave space here for people who actually matter, and like Ruben. This is a fan site for ruben so get the hell off it.

Ruben ur the greatest!!! to all of those who think that Ruben is less of a performer because of his weight shame on you!!! If you were on that show would you want people to put you down because of your faults?? exactly...american idol is a singing competition and we all know who will win....Ruben...he has the better voice for the American Idol while Clay belongs on broadway because his fake voice would do good there but teens in america are more likely to listen to a better singer no matter what they weigh because when it comes down to it....the songs are going to be on cd's and more people would buy Rubens

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ugly ppppsshhhh. a two year modeling contract with elite doesn't exactly scream ugly in my face. uhh yeah, doll, you sorta do have to see what i look like to tell if i'm ugly. and besides, how the hell do you know ruben is a nice person? have you MET ruben? for all you know he could be a child rapist who happens to sing well. if you want to say he's talented, which is your opinion, fine, go ahead. but unless you've met him, don't say he's such a nice person.

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jenny jenny jenny. you poor little naive girl. where do you get off telling people that they probably work at burger king? people's opinion of one person does not make them have bad jobs, or a bad person. do i insult you for liking ruben? no, even though i have some very extreme opinions about you that i keep to myself. but i will say that you are very judgemental. and very narrow-minded. just because we don't like ruben doesn't make us terrible people. i'm guessing that you are no older than maybe thirteen?

another thing...i'm just being realistic here. i don't think ruben shouldn't win because he's overweight, i think he shouldn't win because 1) clay has a better voice and 2) ruben's weight would affect his performances. it's not being mean, it's being realistic. he wouldn't be able to dance, and he can barely breathe by the time he finishes singing. singers have to have a lot of energy, what with all their perfomances and touring. they're constantly moving around. it's a common misconception that famous people are only thin for appearance's sake. it IS largely for appearance's sake, but it is also REALLY important that they stay in good shape to stay healthy and have enough energy to do what they have to do. performing is VERY demanding. ruben can be fat if he wants, but he has to get in better shape. honestly, the man is gasping for air by the end of a song. how do you think he'd perform a whole concert?! it's not being fat as much as it is being out of shape.

and i must ask, how does clay have a "fake" voice? his voice is real. and his singing is flawless...perfection doesn't make something fake. clay is really talented, and does NOT belong on broadway, where he wouldn't get the recognition he deserves. i imagine you stole that comment from simon. and while simon is definitely the smartest judge, he says some very stupid things sometimes.

and while we're on that topic, i wonder how many of you would actually be ruben fans had randy jackson and paula abdul not praised him so much? the judges are trying to make you think one way. that's their job. if the judges hadn't said a word throughout the whole show, i bet a lot of you would have voted VERY differently. i do agree with american_idol_sux, this show, especially randy jackson, is a little bent on "brainwashing" you to pick an idol that THEY like. have you noticed that randy often says HE wasn't "feeling" a performance, even when they were amazing? or that he never said anything bad about kim locke's awful performance this week (granted, her other two songs were fabulous). but he picks favorites and then tries to manipulate you into voting for them. that's my two cents.

To LAUREN.... Blah Blah Blah.
You don't have to see a peron to tell that they are UGLY!! Which you clearly are!!! Also you are the one that started with Burger King. As far as you being a "model" I doubt that!!! Honey I am old enough to know that you don't judge a person by what's on the outside unlike you. And as Morgan said this is a site for Rubens fans SO Go somewhere else with your nasty attitude and mean words.I WISH EVERONE IN THE WORLD WAS AS PERFECT AS YOU THINK YOU ARE!!!

Hey ruben is my #1 iodol he is funny,go ruben go.

love Kristi

Livingston , Alabama

only 2 hours from ruben begging my mom to go see him go ruben

thanks a_i_s, for proving my point.

okay jenny obviously you are very immature and can't accept reality. you saying i don't have a modeling contract isn't going to make it any less real. and ugly is a word used to describe someone's appearance. you're REAL mature if you think you can tell my appearance based on what i think about ruben. besides, i didn't say anything about burger king? get your facts straight.

and i must ask, you never seem to have any real argument to anything i say. the only thing you ever do is attack me, not the issue. you never seem to address the fact that ruben is out of shape and doesn't have enough stamina to perform. all you do is say that i am an ugly person, which is clearly a very immature way of trying to prove your point. what proof do you have that i judge people based on outward appearances? i never said being fat made ruben a bad person. i never said i didn't like ruben, mainly because i've never met him. all i said is that ruben is not very attractive (which is my opinion...thinking someone is unnattractive does not make them a bad person) and that he is too out of shape to be a performer. that isn't judging him.

if anyone's judging people, it's you. you're saying that i'm a bad person because i don't like ruben. if you want to make a sensible argument, you might want to find some truth in what you're saying, because i certainly can't.

"Honey I am old enough to know that you don't judge a person by what's on the outside"...which obviously means you are a young little girl who still has a LOT of growing up to do. judging someone based on their opinion of someone else is ridiculous. i'm sure there are people you don't like, and people that you've said negative things about, but does that make YOU a bad person? no.

besides, i don't think i'm perfect. when did i say i was perfect. i said ruben is overweight, which he clearly is. where did you pull out "I am perfect" in there? you're delusional. and clearly know you have no good points to make, so you make things up.

if you ask me, you're a little defensive of some guy you've never met, wouldn't you say? how do you know ruben's a nice person? because he smiles on TV? i'll say clay's a good performer, and he's got a good stage presence, but i'm not screaming about how nice he is, because i don't know that. and i don't take it personally when people say he is feminine or ugly (of which he is neither) -- that's their opinion and they are entitled to state it. even though i might not agree, it's not wrong or right, because it's just an opinion.

i suggest you wait a few years until you at least pass puberty before you start trying to argue with anyone again.

Lauren you really need help.Someone can be beautiful on the outside however if they have an ugly heart like you then that makes them UGLY ALL OVER!!! There is a reason that Ruben is in the final 2. I passed puberty long ago. IT is people like you that make children that are heavy feel bad. Of course you can voice your opinion but do it somewhere else!!! This site is for Ruben fans. No matter what size Ruben is His voice rocks!! And who are you to say that Ruben is to out of shape to be a performer. The judges on the show know what they are talking about. They are in the misic industry unlike you. Also you said that I was alittle defensive over some guy that I never met...No I am not defensive. I am tired of America as a whole insulting people for what others see as faults. There is only one person whose judgements count and that is GOD!!! You really need to post your comments some where else this site ONCE AGAIN IS FOR RUBENS FAN!!!!

lauren,go out and play now sweetie and leave the grownups alone. go RUBEN!!!!!!!

thanks a_i_s. for actually having a brain. nobody else in here as actually said anything that AT ALL makes sense. jenny what does God have to do with ANYTHING? God is not voting for the winner of american idol. and cut the bs about me being an ugly person, and stop personally attacking me. you know nothing about me and my doings or my whereabouts. you have no idea what i do with my life so quit telling me i'm a bad person. i'm not perfect, but you have no idea what you're talking about. what did you spend your saturday doing? attacking every non-ruben fan you find on the internet? i don't know about you, but i spent my saturday at the hospital, with my organization, tomorrow's children, dancing around with child cancer patients. and this qualifies me as a bad person?

i find it quite hypocritical that you jump on me for calling ruben overweight, yet you seem to have no problem calling me a bad person. hmm, just about everything you say is hypocritical. if your so up on God, why don't you take a clue from Him and practice what you preach?

as for the comment "They are in the misic industry unlike you. "...i absolutely must ask how you assumed this. one of my uncles works at MTV, another at jive records. so let's just say i know a thing or two about music.

oh, and alex? leave the grownups alone? if you ask me, you are the immature one. and if you're implying that i'm a child, you are sadly mistaken.

PEACE NOW! ON THIS BOARD!

EVERYONE IS ENTITLED TO THEIR OPINION. JUST LET THEM HAVE THEIR SAY. YOU DON'T HAVE TO READ IT.
JUST STOP THE UGLINESS. AND FOR THE RECORD UGLINESS DOES COME FROM WITHIN.

CLAY AND RUBEN AND KIMBERLY ARE ALL WINNERS!

IT IS JUST ENTERTAINMENT!

I LIKE CLAY VERY MUCH. AND I WOULD LISTEN TO HIM ON THE RADIO. I LOVE RUBEN AND WOULD PAY TO SEE HIM.

MAYBE AT HIS CURRENT WEIGHT HE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM A 1 OR 2 HOUR LONG SHOW, BUT IF HE WINS, I AM CERTAIN THAT THEY WILL WORK WITH HIM TO GET HIM IN SHAPE AND ENHANCE HIS WONDERFUL IMAGE EVEN MORE.

I agree SATINGURL....i think everyone should stop fighting with people on here and if its that important to you to be right fight somewhere else.....as for lauren...if you work at a childrens hospital then you should see that it is important not to judge people from their outside. Remember...it's ok to voice your opinions on here, but make sure you do it with out being rude, or saying something that would make someone feel bad.....

OMG!! I love Ruben so much!! He is an awesome singer and he can "sang" lol. He is just like a big teddy bear and I don't care if he doesnt win because I know that he will definately get a record contract! I wanna meet Ruben and give him a big hug and tell him how much I support him and his wonderful voice!!I don't care if he is overweight or anything...his personalitly and big smile **with the dimples** make him so wonderful and unique with the "205" shirts!! RUBEN FAN FOREVER!!! xoxox

Yes, i do think performers should be in shape but you have to agree that if he wins he will do good in the music industry.....Clay doesnt have a fake voice llike i said before but it's just different....i do think he has a flawless voice but i think Ruben affects people more when he sings....who has NOT gotten goosebumps? He is a soul singer from the heart and i believe he will do well if he doesnt win this competition but i'm still hoping! and for Lauren who says she is just voicing her opinion without being mean...i disagree....you dont just say that he would have trouble performing....because that would be the nice thing to do but you are also ragging on the people who enjoy hearing him sing by saying "who would want to see ruben's jiggling fat and boring barry white wannabe performances, and saying that he would be the next 350 lb R Kelly? Who are you to say where someone's future ends up? And while we are on the subject do you know how successful R Kelly is? and how many people love his VOICE?

GO RUBEN YOU HAVE A GREAT VOICE, AND YOU MAKE EVERYONE TINGLE WITH YOUR VOICE!

Ruben is awesome, I think it in the final round if he did just a little moon walk, he would win hands down. I saw him dance a little.

Ruben do just did a little moonwalk and you would Rock the audience. Guaranteed.

There is no room for negative comments on this site. It's called a fan site for a reason, for fans of Ruben's to come together and express how much they like him. If you don't like him, you think he can't sing or feel he is over weight GO START YOUR OWN SITE. His fans come to this site to read good things, who the hell wants to read all of this trash that you guys are talking. Clay and Ruben are both good, who cares about weight. Everyone in this world has something wrong with them, no one is perfect. If Ruben's weight becomes an issue then it is on him and whom ever he signs to problem. Yes people have the right to express their opinions but not the negative ones not here. I know you guys know the saying, "If you don't have nothing nice to say then don't say nothing at all."

Sorry for bringing in a little bit of life into this site! I just got bored over EVERY SINGLE MESSAGE being the exact same thing!

"Oh I love ruben"

"he's the best singer"

"he's so sexy"

yadda yadda yadda...

Sorry for bringing in another aspect into this site! I agree, Ruben should win because he'd be easier to market, but he's not the greatest like you all claim!

Think of it this way, if you combine the two american idols and Kelly went against Ruben and Clay went against that Justin dude, hands down Kelly would still win because of her looks and Justin would be the american idol against Clay! Justin and Kelly are just easier to market then Ruben and Clay...IMAGE WISE, but in saying that, I do admit that Ruben AND Clay have better voices then either Kelly or Justin!

Last week, Clay did a WAAAAAY better version of Unchained Melody then Justin, It's just the image thing. And sorrry if that is the way the world works.

It's like getting any job. Usually a hot chick will get a bartending job before an ugly girl will, even if the ugly one has more experience...that's just the way our society is...I'm not saying it's right or anything, that's just the way it goes.

ONE MORE THING:

For all you people who say looks and image have nothing to do with the competition? Well, do y'all remember back in the middle of the season where the judges got to pick three wild cards of there own? Well, you tell me why did Simon pick Carmen Rasmusen? That girl never had the greatest voice on the wild card show but the reason simon picked her was because she was hot and Simon knew she was marketable! Same goes for Kimberly Caldwell when Randy picked her! Cus they knew you had to have SOME good looks to be marketable so that's why they picked them for the wild card spots!

5{thinkin' bout' what all you bitchy people have been saying....and I am sorry for what I said to ofend any of you. I won't say any more crap 'bout any of you and please forgive the rotten asshole that I was.

I LOVE RUUUUUBEN and CLLLLAYYY

thinkin' bout' what all you bitchy people have been saying....and I am sorry for what I said to ofend any of you. I won't say any more crap 'bout any of you and please forgive the rotten asshole that I was.

I LOVE RUUUUUBEN and CLLLLAYYY

MORGAN!!!!

I don't know you, but your post was filthy.

Yes, as I said previously we have a choice to read or delete. I chose to read and you know better than that. DISGUSTING!!!!!

At this point, I wish GROOVYMOM would censor the posts.

Good Luck Ruben, You are awesome, Just think Next week you will meet Kelly Clarkson, Because You Are a Winner. I wish I had a 205 Shirt. Take care American Idol Ruben :)

I think Ruben should win...............he's number 1. I get RUBENIZED everytime he sings......i get happy inside!!!!!!!!! GO RUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN !!!!!!!:)

The song totally reflects Ruban:
(I know I can)
"I know I can........I know I can
Be what I want to be.......Be what I want to be
If I work hard at it.........If I work hard at it
I'll be where I want to be
I'll be where I want to be"

He has worked hard baby
It is your B-day
(In the Club)
Go Ruben it's your Birthday
We gonna party like it's your birthday!

Peace out!
Love ya!
I'm Rubenized......Go Go Go and beat Gay Clay

Pat-
You said to shut my god damn mouth earlier.
There is two things wrong with that:

1) I didn't say that, I typed it.

2) Also you are using gods name in vain!

Take a chill pill.

The song totally reflects Ruben:

Fat
by Al Yankovic

Lyrics:

Your butt is wide, well mine is too
Just watch your mouth or I'll sit on you
The word is out, better treat me right
'Cause I'm the king of cellulite
Ham on, ham on, ham on whole wheat, all right

My zippers bust, my buckles break
I'm too much man for you to take
The pavement cracks when I fall down
I've got more chins than Chinatown

Well, I've never used a phone booth
And I've never seen my toes
When I'm goin' to the movies
I take up seven rows

Because I'm fat, I'm fat, come on
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, come on you know
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
Don'tcha call me pudgy, portly or stout
Just now tell me once again who's fat

When I walk out to get my mail
It measures on the Richter scale
Down at the beach I'm a lucky man
I'm the only one who gets a tan
If I have one more pie a la mode
I'm gonna need my own zip code

When you're only having seconds
I'm having twenty-thirds
When I go to get my shoes shined
I gotta take their word

Because I'm fat, I'm fat, sha mone
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it you know
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
And my shadow weighs forty-two pounds
Lemme tell you once again who's fat

If you see me comin' your way
Better give me plenty space
If I tell you that I'm hungry
Then won't you feed my face

Because I'm fat, I'm fat, come on
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it, you know
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
Woo woo woo, when I sit around the house
I really sit around the house

You know I'm fat, I'm fat, come on
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it, you know it
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know, you know, you know, come on
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
And you know all by myself I'm a crowd
Lemme tell you once again

You know I'm huge, I'm fat, you know it
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, you know, hoo
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
You know I'm fat, I'm fat, you know it, you know
(Fat, fat, really really fat)
And the whole world knows I'm fat and I'm proud
Just tell me once again who's fat

Ruben has a nice voice, I'll give him that, but I was so turned off when they showed how the final 3 spent their whirlwind trip home. The highlight of his trip was his former roommates showing the ratty old chair that he used to watch TV in. And don't even get me started about his answers to the interview questions on the Idol site!

OK IM SICK OF PEOPLE SAYING RUBENS FAT SO WAT LOOK @ MISSY ELLIOT AND FAT JOE THEY R GREAT AND SO WAT HIS VOICE IS BEAUTIFUL BETTER THEN CLAY WHO ALWAYZ TWITCHES CLAYS NOTES ARE ALWAYZ 2 HIGH OR 2 LOW AND GUYS THIS IS SERIOUS AS SOON AS WE CAN WE HAVE TO VOTE FOR RUBEN AS MANY TIMES AS POSSIBLE hurry

AND 2 ALL YOU RUBEN HATERS GO CHEER 4 YOUR TWITCHY GAY TOO HIGH OR TOO LOW NOTE CLAY
vote for ruben BIG MAN WITH BIG HEART

~PAT~(*205*)

LISTEN UP AMERICAN IDOL LOVERS!

IN ORDER TO GET YOUR VOTE THROUGH, YOU ALL ARE GOING TO HAVE TO TEXT MESSAGE ON YOUR CELL PHONES. THE TELEPHONE LINES ARE ONLY GOING TO GIVE BUSY SIGNALS. YOU MAY ONLY BE ABLE TO GET THROUGH ONCE OR TWICE.

IF YOU HAVE TEXT MESSAGING ON YOUR CELL PHONE, YOU CAN CALL AND CHANGE IT TO UNLIMITED TEXT MESSAGING FOR 1 MONTH FOR ABOUT 5.00 AS OPPOSED TO .10 PER CALL.

ALSO, FOR EAST COAST VOTERS, THE PHONE LINES CLOSE FOR US AT 10 PM, BUT THEY OPEN BACK UP AT 12AM EST FOR WEST COAST VOTERS. WHAT IS HAPPENING IS CLAY VOTERS ARE VOTING AGAIN IN THE WEST COAST SEGMENT WITH TEXT MESSAGING.

I GOT THIS INFORMATION FROM ANOTHER WEBSITE. I TRIED CALLING AFTER 12 AM EST FROM THE EAST COAST ON A REGULAR PHONE BUT THE CALL WOULDN'T GO THROUGH. SO I AM THINKING THAT MAYBE THE TEXT MESSAGES WILL. OK HAPPY VOTING.

OH AND IGNORE A_I_S HE HAS ISSUES.

I actually liked Rubens hometown segment better than anyone else. He seemed to be such a postive role model for the young children that he was with and seems to be a genuine person. Im from Raleigh and no one who went to high school at the same time as he did, even remember him b/c he was such and outcast and weirdo.

To SATINGURL:

There are two different Morgan's on this site.....so please pay attention to whom your talking to...i posted the first one of the two "Morgan"'s and i did NOT post the second one....i think Clay has a good voice and i do not think he is gay or whatever that person was implying.....to american idol sux....i was beginning to think you were an alright person apologizing for the things you said earlier...and saying that you like both ruben and clay...but then you had to post that fat song.....i dont know about you...you should be making fun of people because they are over weight.....you can judge people all you want...but PLEASE for everyone's sake...if it's that bad you think it will hurt someone's feelings? Keep the verdict to yourself

Ruben is a great singer. When he sings, he gives it his all and you can hear it in his songs. I get goosebumps whenever I hear him sing. He's definitely got my vote.

Ignore A_I_S he has some major life issues.

All you losers, who get all spazed out by a T.V show call: 1-800-GET-A-LIFE, toll free

And whoever Satingurl is, you are cool!

Pat: capitalize your I's

A_I_S: Get a brand new life, because the one you have now isn't working for you.

Ruben: win

Got Milk gotta go---TALK TO ME---next person

Ruben, we are all rooting for you. Although we may not be able to vote for you, we are praying for you to win. You've got lots of fans here in Singapore. God bless you!

grrrr ruben is not fat i swear didn't ur mom not to judge a book by it's cover

To lauren:

blah blah blah blah blah the only reason you say that is because he marks Ruben always high and clay low in my opinion he is the best judge there

TO GOT MILK: "All you losers, who get all spazed out by a T.V show call: 1-800-GET-A-LIFE, toll free"

Well, isn't that just you contridiction yourselves and being a hypocrit cus you're the same people who get all hyped and excited and turned on by the same TV show. Maybe you should call the same number if your life is so obsessed with some singer on tv who is just gettin his 15 minutes of fame! So ya, now you got two numbers to call, and the one to call for Ruben on Tuesday night! Can you not read how pathetic some of y'all sound on here?

"oh hurry everyone text as many times as you can and call over and over again cus we have no lives and we wanna see Ruben win! So TEXT TEXT TEXT AND CALL CALL CALL!"

God you people are pathetic!

a_i_s---who needs to get a life? seems to me you're doing most of the posting here....look in the mirror sweetheart.

ERIC: ruben is not fat? ruben is NOT FAT? would you prefer i use kinder words? pleasantly plump? chubby? i'm sorry if i'm facing reality; any way you say it, he is fat. it's not mean, it's a fact of life. ruben knows it, i know,apparently, you have some strange misconceptions of weight. i never said being fat made him a bad person, so don't say i'm judging him. if you ask me, you're judging fat people by implying that if you call someone fat, you're judging them. fat has nothing to do with what kind of person you are. it could affect how you deliver a live performance, though, which is what i am saying. GOD! people like you are so freaking ignorant.

and what you said about randy is so not true. i think he tends to overrate ruben a little bit. and besides, he doesn't really say anything bad about clay...last week he was the one who stood up after clay's performance. i never said randy was a bad judge, just that he overrates ruben. which he does, in my opinion. if you don't agree with that, fine. but it doesn't make me wrong. don't try to demean my opinion, because that's way immature.

a_i_s i dont think you should be telling people that they are ignorant when you post fat songs on here and pretty much saying he shouldnt win because he is fat. I do agree that being over weight does affect his performance ability....BUT when you see him doesnt he give his all? He sings from the heart......Clay just has something about his voice that i believe would not be appealing to many young kids......"experts even said this"...and more people would listen to Ruben.....I'm not persuading anyone into voting for Ruben because all that is supposed to be posted her is personal opinions...and we are all intitled to our own....but when you think it might hurt someone's feelings i think you need to think twice ok? i thought it was very nice of you to post that awhile back apologizing for being an "ass" and then you posted that fat song....i'm not sure about you....so we'll just have to see if you post again for my thoughts to be complete....

umm that was me that said people were ignorant.

besides, i don't think that was a_i_s that posted the apology. i think it was someone else posting under the same name. the real a_i_s shouldn't have to apologize for their opinions.

reuben ROX!!!!! he is awesome! clay doesnt stand a chance! you know hes gonna win! rueben is NOT fat! he is just a ...how should i put it..."well fed." :) rueben is going to win. its a fo-sho thang! holla back ya'll! -eden #45
p.s. go vols!!!

Both Rubin and Clay have been my top picks from the start. I wished it could be 2 top winners. Actually, there are 2 topwinners!!!. These guys both have character and they can sing. I'm really having a hard time picking between the two. Good luck Rubin and Clay

Good job HAZEL TUCKER! showing your support for both!

A_I_S forgot to take his pill today.

Sup Ruben! im saving my A&M yearbooks they might be worth somethin thanks to you!....but forreal dawg continue to rep the great state of BAMA and ya people back in Normal, Ala on "The HiLL" better known as THE ALABAMA A&M University!!!!! you should indeed be the next American IdoL!!!! GOOD LUCK MY BOI!!!!

Call the help line a_i_s because you need some serious help.

a_i_s:

How the hell did I contridict myself?
I never said I watched the show....I DON'T.
What the hell are you talking about?
I never said I got exited by the stupid show, Did I?
NOOOOOOO!
Take a chill pill, or else you need to call:
1-8oo-GET-A-LIFE!

okay so now GOT MILK, I'm sorry, I guess you're not being a hypocrit then, you just got no right to be here what so ever! At least I do admit that I do watch the show so I am educated on what I am talkin about when I say I hate the show...then there's you who comes on here and talks shit when you don't even know what's goin on!

It's like people reading a book and analyzing it! Some people who read it will like the book (IE All you ruben lovers in here) and then people who hate the book (IE ME). Then comes along people who haven't read the book and want to put there two cents in (IE GOT MILK) and really should shut the hell up cus they don't know shit about the book (IE SHOW)!

ANd if you say I have "major life problems for spazing on a tv show", shouldn't you be saying the same thing to all the people who LOVE the show too and spaz in a positive way? Just because I'm not positive about the show and have my opinions on it, let's you talk shit to me but not to them? If you ask me, you're the one who seriously needs a life for someone who comes to an american idol site who doesn't even watch it!

Morgan: just so you know, someone was posting under my name, that's what the apology was about. Wasn't me! And to answer your questions, yes people are intitled to there own opinion, and so am I, right? Even if my opinions are against the grain. And I'm sorry if all you people here have a one tracked mind where y'all a bunch of zombies who are like, we love ruben we love ruben we love ruben, etc, etc. Sorry if my opinions actually make some of y'all think a different direction.

And whenever y'all try to make a point to me about Ruben being a great entertainer, I ALWAYS comment on it and try to debate on why I think he isn't. But when I make a point on here no one ever tries to debate on it, they just call me names and attack me personally.

How come no one's made a comment about me comparing american idol to the iraq war and how american idol is just about making money?

Or how come no one has made a comment about judges picking hot people like carmen and kim C in the wild card show if all you people say looks have nothing to do with it?!

That just shows u got nothing to rebutale for what I am saying cus either you're

a) too stupid to come back with an educated response

b) know I have a good point and can't admit it

So how is calling me names proving Ruben would make a good american idol? That's the best some of y'all can do on here! WOW that really changes my mind about the guy's stardom ability and the value of the show...cus some of y'all tell me to take a pill...

amen to that a_i_s. nobody has any good arguments for anything i say eithe,r they just insult me. they are, in your words, "a) too stupid to come back with an educated response or b) know I have a good point and can't admit it". and you make a very good point -- how is insulting us supposed to change our minds about ruben? god.

a_i_s.. on the wild card show when simon picked carmen i never thought she was that pretty o.O and why do you watch the show if u hate it? you must be interested it if you've been watchin it..

American_idol-sux,
You are obviously a very opinionated person who is badly in need of a life. If you do not like the show (which is so evident by your comments posted here), then don't watch it. Why do you spend your time watching something you so obviously dislike and come into this website to gripe about it? So what if people here like to watch the American Idol? Aren't they entitled to their opinions like you? I implore you, for your sake and others, just switch channels if you don't have anything else to do during the airing of the American Idol.

OK, I have one response to the "overweight singers" comments:

Have you ever heard Heidi Klum sing? If you have, then you know that neither beauty, size, nor shape can make you a singer. Those of you who don't like the way Ruben looks should follow Simon's advice about Clay and "listen to him with your eyes closed."

CASE CLOSED.

Ruben you were born to sing!We all love you in Turkey and invite you to here!!You are the one who deserves to win!You should win!Best of luck!

Hi guys,
I'm from Birmingham England(which Ruben was from my Birmingham)
I am a massive fan of ruben's, I am so happy to find there are so many people out there who recognise his talent.
I really do hope he wins.
I do find it a shame that people have to say such nasty things on here about Ruben, why bother, I personally do not like Clay, but I would not go around slagging him off.
I don't know the bloke nor do the peole who slate Ruben know him, have a little respect people, he is human he does have feelings.
I'm sure if you were a parent of a big child you would hate to see them hurt by mindless idiots.

Thankyou for putting this site together, it's wonderful.
I really hope that they release Ruben's album over here, which i'm sure he will make and sell to millions.
Thanks again.
Laura Jane.xx

Whoops I meant to put WISH not WHICH in the bit about (wish Ruben was from my Birmingham).Doh!!

Try this: download rubens and clays song from that site! Listen...listen without a face. U B the judge. Ruben's smile is so easy on the ears. Clay should be in bway will wake up that industry. But Ruben, we will all enjoy the romance he makes you feel. Vote the best....for Idol Ruben

okay to answer your QUESTIONS Amber, you're right, I hate the show. BUt my job is a journalist and I report and do columns in entertainment for my local paper, that is why I am always on sites like these voicing my opinion, because I basically type my opinions for a living. It's like all those protestors who protest against "gangsta rap" and eminem lyrics. Why do they protest? If they don't like it, why don't they just stop listening?

I'm the same way. But I actually have respect for music such as rap and eminem lyrics because they stayed true to themselves and have no problem saying what is on there mind. They don't have to sell there souls to shows like American Idol and they (rappers) can control they're image...unlike these pop acts and american idol acts where record companies wanna change your image and make you be who THEY want you to be! Think about it...look how different Clay and Kim Locke looked when they first audtioned on American Idol? It's like night and day! And y'all say looks have nothing to do with anything??

And I've said it before, they do sing well! I've said that tonnes of times. And I'll sit and watch because it is a fad but it'll be over soon any way. Let's see how many of you true Ruben fans keep loggin on this site to post comments once the show is over next week. Maybe for another month and that'll be it? Until American Idol 3 comes out and y'all jump onto another favorite on that show?! There's no loyalty in the music business! how many of y'all listened to Backstreet boys or Britney spears back in the day and now where are they?

So I think I've answered your questions about why I have my opinons about the show. And I have no life? Well hunny, when my life is all about giving my opinions about sumthin, then I guess there's nothin I can do about that. I am a damn good journalist and I am a big critic about what I think is good and what I think is bad in the music industry...the whole entertainment industry. They're just opinions.

And as you said,if I don't like the show American Idol, then I shouldn't watch it? Well, if you don't like my opinions, then maybe you shouldn't read it!

Now, like always, I've answered all your questions and all the questions ANY of you post here for me, how come none of you here can return the favor and answer any of mine???

Think about it....

You know I'm getting real sick and tired of ALL YOU who have an issue with Ruben weight. I would hate to hear the way you talk about someone in your family who is not as thin as you. It doesn't make any sense, you don't think he knows he is over weight? Leave the damn boy alone let him live!!!! You are a bunch of ignorant people who have nothing better to do. As I said before this is a fan website, if you don't have nothing nice to say, STAY off this site. No one in this world has place to judge anyone else, no one is perfect and everyone has faults. Think about how Ruben would feel if he read this, think about how you would feel if he was a relative of your's and you see this bull shit on FAN WEBSITE that he is getting dogged. Look deep into yourself before you talk about others, it's just not right and you guys need to stop. I would hate to be a friend of your's, you probably do nothing but talk about all you friends if you have any. And to all the fans I'm sorry for all the bad language I'm not usually like this but I can't take it anymore. It gets me upset, and no I do not know Ruben but he is a human being and doesn't deserve this all he wants to do is sing. So to all the negative people GROW UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Got Milk i dont have 2 capitolize anything IIIIIIII ok y does it matter so wat were here to talk about ruben not give people pointers

SatinGurl: U Rule
Got Milk:OK I WILL CAPITOLIZE MY Is
A_I_S: If your gonna be a jackass leave!!!!

Ruben is the best in the compition
We have to vote no matter wat he has to win

~pat~

"A_I_S: If your gonna be a jackass leave!!!!"

exactly my point...all you people can do is call me names...what does me being a jackass or me needed to take "chill pills" etc etc got to do with American Idol? At least when I say sumthin, I always stay on the American Idol topic and I don't have any need to personally attack any of you. No one EVER gives me any reason or ever answer any of my questions but I ALWAYS have an answer to all of your peoples' critisism. And once again, about the weight thing, KAR...

yes we all have a fat uncle or aunt in the family and yes, people do have feelings. But this is the music industry! If ruben wins he's got to be in the public eye ALL THE TIME...so yes, image matters. EVERY entertainer goes through critics. How does Britney Spears feel when people call her a skank or slut? How is it any different then calling Ruben fat?

Entertainment business is a difficult industry to get into. You've got to have thick skin and not take critisism to heart.

If u are a journailist shouldn't you stop critisising people, and stop cussing your heart out on a sight. I imagine you are older and more of an adult(because you have a job), but the way you are harassing people over a stupid show means you are not an adult. It makes me pissed to hear such a person be such a n asshole.Or mabye just get yourself and your comments off the site and mabye leave!!!!!!

That comment was for A_I_S

Pat:IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII

I respect you a_i_s, I really do. U really are smart. You are intitled to your opinion...I like how you fight back.

Got Milk: Shut your mouth...I really mean it.
LOTS OF LOVE---SEAMON

GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

FRIENDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HERE IS THE 411!

YOU CAN UPGRADE TO 300 TEXTMESSAGES AT ATT FOR $9.99.
200 FOR 6.99
50 FOR 3.99
WITHOUT THE UPGRADE TEXTMESSAGING IS .10 EACH.

YOU KNOW DANG WELL I TOOK THE 300 AND INTEND TO USE EVERY LAST ONE OF THEM TOMORROW NIGHT. YOU CAN THEN CANCEL TEXTMESSAGING FOR NEXT MONTH.

DO THE UPGRADE AND MAKE EACH CALL COUNT. NO ANNOYING BUSY SIGNALS.

AND REMEMBER AFTER MIDNIGHT YOU CAN SEND IN MESSAGES FOR THE WEST COAST SEGMENT.

THANKS PAT FOR THE SHOUT OUT!!!!!

ITHINK WE ARE ALL GOING TO GO THROUGH "AI" WITHDRAWALS AFTER 3 NIGHTS OF FUNNNNNNNNNNNNN! THAT INCLUDES A_I_S WHO IS HAVING A WORLD OF FUN.
GUESS WHAT, I BET YOU HE IS GONNA RIGHT A BOOK AT OUR EXPENSE. LOL. RIGHT A_I_S?

GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND PLEASE, PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO TEXTMESSAGE!

UPDATE!

CLAY HAS THE UPPER HAND. RUEBEN IS GONNA HAVE TO BUST IT TOMORROW CAUSE HE IS GOING FIRST.

PHONE NUMBER 1-866-436-5701

MEMORIZE THAT....LIKE YOU REALLY HAVE TO. HAHAHAHAHA

A_I_S wat topic do u hav about how american idol sucks and ruben does to good try out next year giv us a shoutout!!!!!! and if u eva did make it u wouldnt get 1 single good reply from the judges(EVEN PAULA!)

Ur welcome SatinGurl U Rock!!!

A-I-S ur name says that american idol sucks hows ur voice sound

ruben big man wit big heart

~pat~(*205*)

GOT MILK: "If u are a journailist shouldn't you stop critisising people" Okay, how old are you really like 5? have you never read a newspaper in your life? There are two types or journalists. Ones who write about FACTS and one's who right about OPINIONS and I write about my opinions and I get paid for arguing on why I think I'm right and others are wrong. And you say I am harassing people? How so???? I just state my opinions. I don't need to sink to some of your people's levels and attack people personally. Just read this place! Every second message on here, you either have people calling me an @$$hole or a jack@$$ or whatever! I can take the critisism, doesn't bother me. I don't know any of you!

ANd to PAT: "A-I-S ur name says that american idol sucks hows ur voice sound" What does MY voice have anything to do with the show? I'm not competing on the show! I'm not trying to be an American Idol so I don't know what you are trying to prove there!! You sound just like those losers who tried out at the beginning of the American Idol series who got dissed by the judges and the best they could say was "let's hear you sing, randy! let's see you sing Simon!" Well, that's not there jobs! DUH!

And to anyone who watched the Monday special:

Just want to say that Ruben is in a lot of trouble. I'm sorry, but Clay just has an easier time talking to the audience, answering questions, just an all around more comfortable feeling on the microphone. As soon as Ryan, the host, asked Ruben any questions he was like...

"uh..huh hahaha...duhhh...ummm my name's ruben...and duhhh...i punched my brother out over a sandwich and duhhh....."

I'm sorry but like I said before, singing is only part of the package. Ruben is going to have to sing his heart out tomorrow night in order to defeat Clay. (better have the ambulance waiting backstage) LOL

"A_I_S: If your gonna be a jackass leave!!!!"

"mabye just get yourself and your comments off the site and mabye leave!!!!!!"

"A_I_S forgot to take his pill today. "

"Call the help line a_i_s because you need some serious help."

"Ignore A_I_S he has some major life issues."

THIS IS THE BEST JUNK YOU GUYS CAN SAY TO ME? HOW IS ANY OF THAT RELIVENT TO AMERICAN IDOL? YOU ALL JUST MAKE YOURSELVES LOOK BAD! I'M WINNING AN ARUGEMENT AND NO ONE AT ALL HAS ANYTHING TO SAY ABOUT IT! IT'S LIKE IN ELEMENTARY WHEN Y'ALL ARE LOSING A GAME OF BASKETBALL AND INSTEAD OF TRYING TO FIGHT BACK, YOU JUST TAKE YOUR BALL AND GO HOME!

WELL, LOOKS LIKE I WON CUS NO ONE HAS BEEN ABLE TO CHANGED MY MIND ABOUT THE SHOW SO MAYBE IT'S TIME FOR Y'ALL TO TAKE YOUR BALL AND GO HOME!

I've just come to this site to get my points across, and I've done that, with each and every one of you down my throat! But hey, thanks y'all for taking the time to read my opinions! LOL

"a_i_s.. on the wild card show when simon picked carmen i never thought she was that pretty..

Posted by angela on May 19, 2003 12:10 AM "

Everyone has there own opinion...you don't think Carmen was good looking, I don't think Clay is good lookin, same with Ruben. But when Simon says it straight up things like "I don't think you have the look to be a pop star" to Clay and things like that, doesn't that make you people realize they YES looks does matter and singing ISN'T EVERYTHING?!?!

What makes me even more mad is people in here who love Ruben so much and say things like "oh Ruben's not fat, he's sexy" and "don't judge ruben by his weight or what he looks like." Yet the same people turn around and go make fun of Clay's image and what he looks like??? I thought looks don't matter? How does that make any sense? Deep down inside, you all are just a bunch of hypocrits saying looks don't matter and yet making fun of Clay's image. FOR SHAME!

American_idol_sux,

I think I do see where you are coming from and I respect you for that and I apologise for saying that you don't have a life. You are obviously very good at what you do. But please understand that people are here on this site because they do enjoy listening to Rueben sing. And he is good. I don't know about the others, but I find that when he sings, you tend not to notice his looks. His singing brings you to another place. Unarguably, he is physically a big man, but his talent and who he is is what really matters.
Remember those lip sync-ing stars, they had the looks but what happened when they were discovered, mayhem followed and they were dropped like hotcakes. So singing does matter. Looks can be improved, when you work on it hard enough. And I guess that's what the music industry is counting on.

But after all that's said and done, it's the singing that matters to some of us.

A_I_S My voice is so good but thxs i would rather keep it 2 my family till when im ready u remind me of simon on meaner ok no one wants you here go post on some other american idol message board god!!!!
and by the way ruben punching his brother 4 the sandwich was FUNNY

Ruben big man wit big heart

~pat~

I am praying Ruben wins this wednesday night. I really think he is more talented then Clay!
I just love that 'melt me like butter" voice.
He is so hunmle and deserving!!!
Go Ruben!!!!!

RUBEN STUDDARD WILL LOSE THIS COMPETION. CLAY AIKEN IS THE BEST SO YOU FAT BOY 205 FANS JUST NEED TO SIT BACK AND WATCH CLAY AIKEN TAKE ALL THE FAME.

RUBEN SUCKS! RUBEN SUCKS. RUBEN WILL NOT WIN THIS COMPETITION. CLAY AIKEN ALL THE WAY. RUBEN CAN SIT BACK AND EAT HIS TURKEY SANDWICH WHILE CLAY LIVES THE "HIGH LIFE"

Ruben:
I love you so much and I cannot wait to see you march across that stage as the new American Idol. Good Luck and God Bless you and your family. I know there will be much more to come.

Ruben and Mika 4ever

Ok I'm lost if your not a fan why are you on this site, if you like Clay so much go to Clay's site. Once again this is for RUBEN fans. Ruben doesn't have a problem with his weight so why do you? Let the guy live, and it really doesn't matter if he wins tomorrow because the best producers are already looking at signing Ruben, so for all of you haters, kiss RUBEN big ass I'm pretty sure you will enjoy that since you got a big enough mouth to talk about the man. He made it this far for a reason and to me if you talk about someone you are just as much as a fan as the rest of us. It's when people stop talking that Ruben has to worry. But believe me that man is going to make money with or without your support so it really doesn't matter. Ruben is already a winner.............................

I LOVE RUBEN HE IS MY 1 TEDDY BEAR. EVERY TIME HE SINGS I CRY HE IS AWESOME. HE WILL BE MY AMERICAN IDOL NO MATTER WHAT. GO RUBEN SING YOUR HEART OUT TONIGHT AND BLOW CLAY OUT OF HERE.

You guys are wasting time, and space on Rubens Website arguring and cussing each other out over your opnions. The point of Rubens fan website is to congraulate, and applaud, and encourage Ruben Studdard.
For his talent and suppoet him for his achievement.
We all like him, and apparently so does half of America or we wouldn't be here. The devil comes in many forms, his purpose is to seperate, and destroy. So dont fall pray to one persons opinion becasue it is just an opinion and nothing else. Lets continue to support Ruben we are proud of him, and I hope he wins.. Ruben all the way..

We love you Ruben!!!! You're the best! You're my hero i luv u sooo much. You're my teddybear your a cutie. Clay should be lucky to sing as good as you do. (even though he is very good) You'll win you really will. My whole school thinks so. They're obsessed with you!! You are the most amazing popstar ever. You desirve to win. And your good enough for it too. You're too good for american idol you're good enough to make it on your own. You're going to be the best pop star in the whole world. GO RUUUUUBEN!

Ruben you are the best singer! Like the guest judge said you are the velvet teddy bear!!!! I hope you win american idol becuase you are the best!!! I love u !!! Go win and beat Clay!!!! GO RUBEN~205- P.S- Im ur #1 Fan!!!!!!

RUBAN=WINNER
CLAY=LOSER

Get over it Clay fans!

i totally agree with u julie(my american idol buddy) we r gunna go see ruben together in row ff. all the clay fans r gunna be crying tomarrow nite!!

DEDICATED TO RUBEN!!

RUBEN YOU`RE THE MAN THAT`S SINGING OUT YOUR HEART
I KNEW YOU WERE GOING TO BE AN AMERICAN IDOL RIGHT FROM THE START!
COMING OUT STRONG WITH A VOICE LIKE LUTHER AND A SMILE THAT SHINES
I`M COMING AFTER YOU...AND IN FIVE YEARS YOU`LL BE MINES.
NOW MANY THOUGHT YOU WERE TOO BIG TO SHINE AND WOULDN`T LAST
ON THE DAY THAT YOU`RE CROWNED AMERICAL IDOL,..WILL COOK FOR A DATE IS GOING TO HAVE A BLAST!
BECAUSE I`M HERE COOKIN FOR MEN LIKE YOU
THOSE WHO ARE HUNGRY AND WILL SING ABOUT IT TO!

I LOVE YOU RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ARE YOU HUNGRY?

WILL COOK FOR A DATE! WANTS TO GIVE YOU SOMETHING TO EAT!

Uhm, I'm sorry that I'm the only one on this post who knows what the hell they are talking about. Ruben's voice has no clarity and he's NEVER given me chills. All he does is shake his head and reach his hands out. He never hits any awesome notes, and the fatass can barely walk. A good singer should be able to perform. People only like Ruben b/c he's a nice guy. You are all deaf.

This is in response to "lindsey"'s absurd claim of racism on American Idol. I didn't realize this website was called "Something to Bitch About.com" Ruben would not have gotten where he is if the judges didn't constantly shower him with undeserved compliments. Oh yeah, and Frenchie got kicked off the show cuz she's a porno whore, not because she's black. Sorry lindsey, but not everything is about race.

GUYS I DONT CARE IF IT TAKES U 4EVA VOTE 4 RUBEN AS MANY TIMES AS POSSIBLE CLAY IS LOOKIN GOOD NOW PLZZ HURRY

RUBEN BIG MAN WIT BIG HEART'

~PAT~

I dont care what anyone thinks....Ruben totally deserves to be the next american idol. Just look at clay and you will be scared. I would like him much better if he had a paper bag over his head. He creeps me out when he sings. Why would anybody want to vote for a guy whose eyes get bigger when he sings? I mean he may be an okay singer but in my opinion he should have been off weeks ago. When he sings a song with high notes I have to turn off the TV in parts of the song. He totally cant hit the high notes!!!!!!!!!

what is the number to vote for ruben? I missed it!!
May 20, 2003!!

1-866-IDOLS-01!!! Go Ruben!

TO MEL: Sorry but I have to jump on the Ruben fan club with your recent posts. Ruben does know how to sing, said it many times before! The first time I saw him sing on the season openers of American Idol, I knew that guy would make it, based on his singing ability...I wasn't so sure about his looks or personality but he is indeed an excellent singer.

I do believe that Ruben should win this competition. I admit, neither finalists are as marketable as say Kelly or Justin were in the first American Idol but these two finalists indeed have better voices then the original AI, and maybe I was wrong. maybe, just maybe America can look beyond LOOKS and see SINGING talent for what it is...but it has never really happened in music history and looks does matter a lot so either finalist has a big mountain to climb to gain the respect of the music business.

They are both excellent singers...but in saying that, are they excellent "entertainers"? There is a difference between being an excellent singer and an excellent entertainer? Compare the music industry to a well dressed guy. Let's say singing is like a fancy shirt, and dancing is like pants and looks is like a tie...Okay, so if they guy just has a nice shirt on, he ain't gonna look too good...but if he has the shirt, the pants, the tie, etc, etc...the whole package, he looks so much better! Same thing for the music business.

But my support goes out to Ruben. Hey, this is a Ruben site to support Ruben, correct? That's why I started posting here to begin with so don't tell me to get lost! But will his 15 minutes of fame strech to a succeful career or just a one hit wonder? Only time will tell that!

All the best, Ruben...

Someone please whats the nuber for Ruben?!?!? Hurry!

a_i_s.....

You are telling people not to personally attack people and just come back with an educated response? I agree...dont get me wrong BUT when your doing the same thing to Ruben it's a different story...Yes you are entitled to your opinions but you are personally attacking Ruben when you judge him because he is over weight......maybe you regret that now for saying that, but i agree that if people are saying how not to judge Ruben but are judging Clay that's wrong! Also when you said they picked Carmen b/c she was "hot" i agree.....sorry but that girl could NOT sing....People need to stop arguing over who is the better singer or the better one that has looks.....AMERICA decides....and we will recieve the verdict greatfully whether it be Clay or Ruben....they will both get their cd's and when they do ya'll can buy which ever one you want....i'm buying Rubens....but to those who buy Clay's? That's fine too b/c they are both really good and meant for this show or they wouldnt have gotten this far!

"American_idol_sux,

I think I do see where you are coming from and I respect you for that and I apologise for saying that you don't have a life. You are obviously very good at what you do. But please understand that people are here on this site because they do enjoy listening to Rueben sing. And he is good. I don't know about the others, but I find that when he sings, you tend not to notice his looks. His singing brings you to another place. Unarguably, he is physically a big man, but his talent and who he is is what really matters.
Remember those lip sync-ing stars, they had the looks but what happened when they were discovered, mayhem followed and they were dropped like hotcakes. So singing does matter. Looks can be improved, when you work on it hard enough. And I guess that's what the music industry is counting on.

But after all that's said and done, it's the singing that matters to some of us.

Posted by amber on May 20, 2003 02:09 AM "

CLAPS FINALLY GO OUT TO SOMEONE HERE! Thank you Amber for having a mature and intellectual debate with me about the show. It's so much more refreshing to have an educated discussion with someone here instead of all the name calling and for that, I salute you!!!

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MORGAN:

"attacking Ruben when you judge him because he is over weight"

The only reason I so called "attack Ruben" is because that's what press does to celebrities and let's face it, he is a celebrity. When you are on TV, you will be judged on every little thing that you do, say, look, etc, etc. And that is the downside to the music business. WHy do we have shows like E.T and extra? To judge celebrities! Look at ET attacking Kelly clarkson a few months ago just because she looks like she gained a little weight? Sorry but America wants to know every little thing about celebrities. I'm not sayin it's right, but hey, if it wasn't for that, I would be out of a job!!

And you also said, "People need to stop arguing over who is the better singer or the better one that has looks.....AMERICA decides."

Guess what? WE here in this room ARE America! I'm america, you are, every one in here is and without arguement, what's the point to anything? There is nothing wrong with people stating there opinions about subjects. It's what makes us american! I can't stop you from voting for Ruben or voting for clay in the end, but I am free to say what is on my mind, aren't I? We don't live in Iraq so I feel privelaged, and so should you for saying whatever you need to say.

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

a_i_s

I AGREE.....SORRY, AND THANK YOU!

DANG IT!!!!!!

NOW EVEN THE TEXT MESSAGES ARE GOING THROUGH!

OOPS MEANT AREN'T GOING THROUGH.

64 VOTES SO FAR 240 TO GO!!!!

GO RUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!

I love Ruben!

What is the number to call to vote for Ruben tonight? (Can you believe it? I had to work late!)
Thanks!

1-866-IDOLS-01!!! Go Ruben!

Thanks! I got through on the phone to vote for Ruben! Wow!

About a half an hour left to vote...I've been voting all night for RUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!! Lets hope he wins, and pray to God. Ruben is indeed, the better singer of the two, and it seems certain people on this board have a judgemental pre-conception about Ruben. "he's over weight!" or "His voice is unclear!" Stop with the nonsense you Clay fans! I see you fear the fact that Ruben has a large multitude of people supporting him. VOTE RUBEN UNTIL THE END!!!! I HAVE ONLY GOTTEN THROUGH ONCE HERE IN NEW YORK. Good luck everyone, especially RUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!!!!

RUBEN IS SIMPLY THE BEST. DON'T HATE
CONGRATULATE.

WELL, NO ONE CAN'T SAY I DIDN'T PULL MY WEIGHT...

ATLEAST 500 VOTES BY ME!

GOD BLESS YOU RUUUUUUUUUUBENNN!

I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU!

I WENT SHOPPING TONITE AND LAWD LAWD LAWD ALL I SAW WAS RUUUUUBEN, CLAY AND KIMBERLY EVERYWHEREEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!! ON THE COVER OF ALL THE MAGAZINES AND NEWSPAPERS IN MY AREA (PHILADELPHIA). POLLS EVERYWHERE.

EVERYONE IS GIVING IT TO CLAY BY 1%

GOOD LUCK TO THE WINNER!! YOU BOTH HAVE FORGED A PLACE IN MY HEART.

I LOVE BARRY MANILOW SO I KNOW I WILL ENJOY CLAYS MUSIC. I ALSO LOVE LUTHER VANDROSS SO I KNOW I WILL ENJOY RUUUUUUUUUUBEN'S MUSIC AS WELL.

THIS YEAR, AI REALLY HAS GONE THROUGH THE ROOF WITH THESE TWO.

I'M NOT WATCHING NEXT YEAR.

I HAVE MY IDOL IN RUUUUUUUUUUBEN.

MUCH LOVE

The lines were busy all night! Thats a good sign, since it means people were doing their part in voting for RUBEN. I got in a total of 6 votes all in the last 20 minutes or so. Now all we can do is wait and hope for the best.

ok listen i really want ruben studdard to win because he has da heart and da tallet to sing. Today is da biggggggg night Rubin sooooo kick some azz GO RUBIN

ok listen i really want ruben studdard to win because he has da heart and da tallet to sing. Today is da biggggggg night Rubin sooooo kick some azz GO RUBIN

OK PPL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LISTEN!!!!!
AFTER WATCHING THE FINALE!!!! CLAY AIKEN IS THE BEST.... THERE IS NO OTHER WAY TO PUT IT
RUBEN WAS DREARY LAST NIGHT....CLAY AIKEN HAS THE POWER
AnD CLAY IS A TRUE PERFORMER
THINK ABOUT IT.....HAS RUBEN EVER SANG AND UPBEAT SONG???? NOOOOOo
HE ONLY SINGS BARRY WHITEish SONGS......NO VERSATILity AT ALL
BUT NEWAY ........ CLAY AIKEN IS MY AMERICAN IDOL

JUST TO Add.......morgan..may 16 and 20 ??? shutup.....clay is sexy.......and i would buy him..he has class and charm
AND ruben is not a teddy bear...just because gladys knight says...plz.
ARGH im so angry....clay is GOLD
it not going to fight nemore.....
and u kno what kills me...is that ruben will win because he is a "teddy bear" BLAHHHH
we will see who does better after ai is over!!
;)

I AM NOT A GROUPIE & HAS NEVER BEEN INTERESTED IN STARS, BUT RUEBEN HAS SPARKED AN INTEREST IN ME! I WOULD LOVE TO MEET HIM. HE IS MY IDOL. HE IS TALENTED IN EVERY WAY! THE ORA AROUND HIM IS INVITING. HE IS DOWN TO EARTH. IF HE EVER COMES TO K.C. HE WILL HAVE A HOME COOKED MEAL WAITING! LOOK ME UP DUDE!! Brownshoogar@aol.com

All I have to say is that last night Ruben was great. Clay was good, but Ruben is the American Idol. I think my 600 or so votes will help him too. Go Ruben!!!

Go RUBBEN!!!! HE IS TOTALLY GOING TO WIN AMERICAN IDOL. Everyone loves him. Whats not to love? I wanna hug the teddy!!!

Hey Michelle Cunningham, Ruben might have a weight problem but at least he doesn't have a coming out of the closet problem like Clay.

It's time for that boy to tell all you teenie bopper ladies he likes the root.

SOrry not you Michelle, YOU Mel!

You and all the teenie bopper claymates are no different than the girls who were in love with George Michael in the 80's. Go to Wal-Mart and put a Gaydar on layaway.

American_idol_sux,
You're not so bad yourself. :)

To all Ruben fans out there,
Ruben is THE AMERICAN IDOL no matter what the outcome is. His rendition of FLYING WITHOUT WINGS made me want to dance with that special someone.

I just wanted to send a line to say that I am so proud of Ruben, win or lose. I have listened to his song "Flying Without Wings" at least 25 times this morning. I suffer with spinal cancer, as well as sickle-cell anemia, and everytime I've listened to that song, although it has nothing to do with my situation, it gives me hope that things will be alright as long as I hold on.

I love you, Ruben. You will always be my American Idol.

P.S. I've read so many different comments on this site, and it saddens me to read the hate the people have in their hearts and how quick they are to judge another person. To look at me, you'd never think that I was sick, I look perfectly healthy, but it's not so, so why judge Ruben on his talent, solely by what you see from the outside. Love each other everyone, in the end, WE will need each other more than we know. I love you all.

you rock . make klay go home crying because you kick ass.

Being from the hometown of Ruben (Birmingham, AL).... he definitely has made his hometown proud. This place is having total Ruben-mania..... GO RUBEN!

Being from the hometown of Ruben (Birmingham, AL).... he definitely has made his hometown proud. This place is having total Ruben-mania..... GO RUBEN!

Wonderful!! Effortless!!! Humble!!! Teddy Bear!!!! Class Act!!! AMERICAN IDOL!!!!!!

This are just a few things that describe the TRUE American Idol......win or lose Ruben will be just fine. When it's all said and done he will be a successful recording artist who will sell out arenas everywhere he goes!!!

I love fallen in love with the 205 and Ruben!!!

A_I_S

ur not so bad im sry i dobted u so friends??

Go ruben big man wit big heart

~pat~

I THINK THAT RUBEN IS THE BEST!! I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!! I AM SO GLAD THAT SOMEONE HAS FINALLY PUT ALABAMA ON THA MAP!! I SAY THAT RUBEN SHOULD WIN THIS THANG AND WE ALL LOVE U SO MUCH RUBEN AND WISH U ALL THE LUCK IN THE WORLD.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOO RUBEN!!!!

I want him to win, but then I don't want him to win. From what I hear happened from the last American Idol, the person who won ONLY received 1million dollars over a 7 year period. I think he can make so much more if he was to signed with a major label...I am sure someone will sign him, if not every major label trying to.

I KNOW IN MY HEART RUBAN WILL BE THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL IF NOT I, KNOW HE IS GOING TO GET A RECORD DEAL WITH THAT NICE VOICE THAT HE HAVE HE CAN BE THE NEXT LUTHER VAN DOSS.

Ribbon in the sky did it for you dude!!!!! You are right up there with Stevie and Intro when it comes to that song. I downloaded it and have been playing it ever since, I just wish they had let you sing the entire thing!! Im not racist, but if you dont win, that will deffinitely be the card that I will pull cause there is no reason why you shouldnt. We love you here in Nashville, so keep doin the damn thing, we know we will see you again, hopefully at my wedding saaangin that song!!! Love ya dude..

RUBAN YOUR NAME LOOK NICE SPELLED THE OTHER WAY I TYPE IT BUT YOUR MOTHER SPELLED IT HER WAY WHICH IS STILL NICE YOU HAVE A GIFT DO NOT LET ANY ONE TAKE THAT AWAY FROM YOU KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK YOU GO BOY

Tripleee3:

Go Ruben it's your B-day!
Speeking of B-days..
Me and U are going to row ff on my B-day!
To a concert....in St. louis

All you other outsiders on this site, will never see Ruben in person! O yeah O YEAH

Ben: Talk to us what is your screename?

U and Me seeing him on august 17, in st. louis!
OH YEAH O YEAH O YEAH
WE ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YES WE DO!!!!!!
We are the luckiest people... backstage passes....and Ruben in person!

By the way... He is gonna kick some Clay ass tonight! Oh Yeah O YEAH O YEAH

Pat: capitolize your IIIIII'S
american_idol_sux:"the opinioned journailist"

By the way a_i_s : I am not 5 and I have read the newspaper!
GO RUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!You gotta win...no presure....I GOT TO GO!

got milk i so agree with u. It is gunna be so great on aug. 17th.

Ruben is so gunna win tonight. He totally deserves to!!!

Ben is trying to get on the site. He is having teachnical difficultys. He will be on sortly

TTYL GOT MILK : )

like 30 minutes away till american idol is on

start prayin plzzzzzzzz

ruben big man wit big heart

~pat~

10 minutes till I come face to face with the show!

I'M DIEING HERE!
I AM SO NERVOUS!
AHHHHHHHH

Tripleee90:
O.k I swear, I can't take this anymore!
I am so nervous for him
If I was the show I would tell america now who wins so that I won't die in 5 minutes!
I am so scard for him
wow... i can't beleive this... I never thought I would be so frecked out over a t.v show
I am...hah
NO MORE WAITING

I know what u mean GOT MILK.

only like 20 min till the say the winner!!!

I cant stand it!!!

RUBEN BETTER WIN!!!!!!!

HE IS THE BEST!!!!!!!!!

We are from Al. But, that has nothing to do with our vote. Ruben has the most powerful voice we have heard in along time. good LUCK! David and Judy Conley Athens,AL.

We love Ruben Studdard and no matter how the vote turns out, Ruben is our american idol. Cleveland, Ohio loves Ruben!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

O.k
Here is the xyz
Ruben is gonna win
Clay u don't have a chance
Oh my gosh...
I literly am 11 minutes away....

Ben: talk to me

RUBEN DID IT OMG I LUV U RUBEN OMG GO RUBEN U DID IT UR FLYING WITHOUT WINGS

BIG MAN WIT BIG HEART YEAHHH!!!!!!!

~PAT~I LUV U ALL

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO RUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YOU BOUGHT IT ON HOMEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!

GO ON AND FLY BABY!!

GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!

Congrats to you Ruben!!! you go boy!!!

Just keep on keepin on!!!

WELL, I HAVE TO GO BACK ON MY WORD. I AM SO HAPPY FOR RUUUUUBEN. TO KNOW THAT MY VOTES COUNTED MAKES ME PROUD. OVER 500 VOTES I SUBMITTED BY TEXT MESSAGE. YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!! MY STRATEGY WORKED.

MAYYYYYYYYYYBE, JUST MAYYYYYYYYBE I WILL WATCH NEXT YEAR!

ALL OF YOUR PRAYERS WENT THROUGH!

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHAAAAAAAA!

THANK YOU GROOVY-MOM FOR GIVING US THIS FORUM. I REALLY ENJOYED VISITING THIS SITE AND RECEIVING MAIL FROM IT AS WELL.

A_I_S YOU SAW THE LIGHT IN THE END. I STOPPED READING YOUR POSTS A FEW DAYS AGO, HOWEVER SOME OF THEM MADE SOME SENSE, THAT FAT SONG DID YOU IN THOUGH.

TO ALL THE OTHER RUUUUUUUUUUBEN POSTERS, GO LICK YOUR WOUNDS FOR WE ARE REJOICING. AMERICA HAS CHOSEN A REAL DOWN HOME GRASS ROOTS IDOL.

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS AMERICA!!!!!!!

Rube... We were at the t.v. every night you were on american idol cheering you on, voting for you, and praying that you won. AND YOU DID IT GUY!!! How does it feel? I am the mother of a very talented young man who is also from Alabama, and he will be the next one to take Aloabama by storm. I know how your mom must feel right, I to will have the pleasure to feel that excitement with my son. Good job guy, we are so proud of you here in Leighton Alabama.

YEAH RUBIN WON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11111
I LOVE HIM

I KEPT TELLING MYSELF--IF RUBE DOESN'T WIN-IT WILL BE OK--HE'LL DO FINE EITHER WAY....BUT NOW THAT HE HAS WON------yyyyyyyyeeeeeeeeeeeehhhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaawwwwwwwww!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You people are on crack. Ruben is off key, has poor articulation, and is boring to boot. The guy can sing 'OK' at best...he's no American Idol and I can't believe he won. It's rediculous. He's seems like a very nice guy, don't get me wrong, but he's not a pro singer. In a kareoke bar, he'd do great..kick everyones butt, but put him up to Clay, or Kimberly, or Trinese, or any REAL singer and he's amateur at absolute best. If you think Ruben is truly amazing, I would like to talk with you about some real estate I have for sale....:)

Rubin, I just want you to know how happy I was for you tonight in winning the American Idol title...I knew from the start that you were going to win hands down with that warm. melting, voice of yours. Congratulation's and May God Bless you as you start your new career. I voted for you 375 times last night. Guess it worked!!!!

WAY TO GOOOOOOO RUBE!!!!! I HAVE LOVED HIM SINCE THE BEGINING!!!! AND I AM GLAD TO SAY THAT I AM FROM BAMA!!!!!!! AND WHOEVER SAYS THAT AMERICAN IDOL SUCKS WELL YOU SUCK SO GET OVER IT!! WAY TO GO RUBEN!! GOD BLESS YOU AND WE LOVE YOU!!!!!! 205 ALL THE WAY!!!

KEEP ON KEEPIN ON!
I LOVE YOU RUBEN
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
GOD HAS BLESSED YOU
YOU ARE THE IDOL OF MY DREAMS...
UUUU ROCK
AND BY THE WAY...

PAULA AND SIMON YOU GOT SOME GUTS TO KISS EACH OTHER ON NATIONAL T.V

I LOVE THE MAN OF MY DREAMS
I'LL FIND YOU SOMEDAY
Someday
someday
someday
AHHHHHH (SIGH)

Ruby..rube..rube RUBEN

I am so glad Ruben got the votes he really got the talent. It's nice to see that the voting public seen the talent of this amazing man, he sent chills through my body and put goose bumps on my goose bumps.

Love you Ruben and best of luck in the future.

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH RUBEN!!!! I KNEW FROM THE FIRST NOTE AT THE AUDITION THAT YOU HAD IT WRAPPED UP..... MAY GOD BLESS YOU , WATCH OVER YOU AND KEEP YOU ... AND I AM ALSO PRAYING THAT HE WILL BRING US TOGETHER REAL SOON. UNTIL THEN JUST KNOW THAT YOU HAVE A REAL FRIEND IN BALTIMORE, MARYLAND AND A LOVE BEYOND COMPARE.... FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ME JUST ASK THE PRESIDENT OF MUSIC CATERERS.... HE'LL HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS... I LOVE YOU RUBEN AND I AM SO PROUD OF YOU.... KEEP SINGIN AND SHININ.....I'LL BE WATCHING AND SUPPORTING YOU FROM AFAR... FOREVER
MIKA

RUBEN, You were great, I was a fan all along. Please come to Huntsville for a show. I'll be there. Congratulations, I can't wait to buy your 1st CD. I know it will be a sell-out. Alabama is proud of Roooooooooooo BBBEENNNN

WAY TO GO RUBEN!!!! I LOVE YA YOURE THE BEST!!!I KNEW YOU WOULD WIN!!!

Ruben,
Superstar was made for your voice. It was just fantastic!!

Ruben I am so proud that you won!!!I voted plenty and it's good to see that my votes did count. Ruben deserved it. He's great.

Watching the last show, and Ruben is as bad as ever. I cannot understand why no one else can hear how "pitchy" he is. Sure, he's adorable, but he's suppose to be able to sing, and he just can't.

I AM REALLY PROUD OF ALL OF THE CONTESTANTS. THEY DEMONSTRATED VERY, VERY GOOD TALENT. I THINK THEY ALL TRULY DESERVED TO BE WINNERS.

THE COMPETITION BETWEEN CLAY AND RUBEN WAS AWESOME. I BELIEVE THEY WILL BE FRIENDS FOREVER. IN FACT I THINK ALL THE CONTESTANTS FORMED A LIFE LONG BOND.

I WATCHED THE SHOW FAITHFULLY EACH WEEK AND IT REALLY HURT TO SEE ONE LEAVE, BUT IT HAD TO HAPPEN.

I AM TRULY PROUD OF "AMERICA" THE LAND I LIVE IN AND LOVE. "AMERICA" TRULY DID NOT FOCUS ON THE "OUTER APPEARANCE" BUT THE SPIRIT. THIS ACT SHOWS HOW AMERICA HAS CHANGED. WE HAVE A WAYS TO GO, BUT WE AS A PEOPLE WILL GET THERE.

RUBEN WAS MY CHOICE, BUT I MUST SAY I THOUGHT CLAY WOULD WIN. WHEN RUBEN WAS NAMED THE "AMERICAN IDOL" I SHOUTED FOR JOY. MY HEART WENT OUT TO CLAY.

I AM GLAD THEY CLAY, KIMBERLY LOCKE, AND THE OTHERS WILL BE PICKED UP BY MUSIC PRODUCERS. THEY ALL ARE AMERICAN IDOLS.

I THINK THIS REALITY SHOW GAVE AMERICAN SOMETHING TO FOCUS ON DURING THE WAR. AND WHEN THE CONTESTANTS SANG, "PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN", IT MADE ME PROUD .

I REALLY FELL IN LOVE WITH ALL OF THE CONTESTANTS AND WISH THEM THE BEST. I EVEN PRAY COREY GETS A MUSIC DEAL. HOPEFULLY ALL IS WELL WITH HIM.

SO TO ALL OF US WHO LOVE RUBEN, HE IS OUR VELVET TEDDY BEAR. I PRAY FOR PEACE AND MUCH SUCCESS FOR ALL OF THE AMERICAN IDOL CONTESTANTS.

LOVE,

GOODNEWSLUE

Congrats Ruben!!! You have had my support from the beganing. You are a great role model for todays children. Good luck in the future!!! You are the greatest!!!! I can't wait to buy your c.d!!!! You have the greatest voice!!!

Ay, ya'll stay off Ruben's nuts and recognize that man 4 his talent. He beat 70,000 people along the way to the top and he deserves to be where he is. So stop hatin' ............Respect That!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIII LOVEEEEE RUBENNNNNNNNNNNNN HEEEEE IZZZZZ D MANNNNNNNNNNNN !!!!!!!!!!!!!! IM SO GLAD HE WON =D> HE DESERVES IT!!!!!... I KNEW IT WOULD BE HIM FROM D BEGINNING!!!!!!!.... CONGRATZ VELVET BEAR!!!!!!!!!.... :*:*:*:*:*

ugh!.. haterz!.. they're alwayz around... *laffin muh azz off*.... sorry ur idol juz lost :,(... hahahahahahahahhahah RUBEN'z DA BOMB!..

Reuben Rocks

I would love to give Reuben a BIG hug! He is the most lovable and adorable person I have EVER seen! And he sings WONDERFULLY!!!

YESH! :D Ruben won!!!!!

I'm so happy he won. I just...seriously can't stand Clay. At all. He reminds me of a mentally handicapped leprechaun or something.

And Ruben is just...mmmmn. *melts* His voice is amazing, and he just looks so cuddly and adorable. I'd love to hug him too. :D

Whoever says that Ruben can't sing really, honestly and truly need to get the wax out of their ears....
Wow....how jealous can you be?

Ruben, continue to Live for Jesus with your life on the world's stage.
Love from the heart.

Understanding is the Journey of Wisdom"
Ce`Anne McFarland

"As a man operates in Faith, he increases in Knowledge"
Ce`Anne McFarland

"For it is wise to open your mind, as you teach a man to fish"
Ce`Anne McFarland

"Share the Grace seed with other's in your living"
Ce`Anne McFarland

I absolutely LOVE Ruben!!!!!!!!
RUUUUBBEEENNN ALL THE WAY! Ii GET CHILLS WHEN I LISTEN TO HIM, AND NEVER ONCE HAVE I MISSED AN EPISODE. i ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO AI EVERY WEEK, AND I HAVE EVEN VOTED FOR RUBEN UP TO 70 TIMES!!!!! I'VE SUPPROTED RUBEN THROUGOUT THIS WHOLE PROCESS. HE'S SO0O0O0 DAMN CUTE! HOW CAN YOU THINK HE'S NOT?!?!? I'M GOING TO MARRY RUBEN
YEAHHHHHHHHH

Peolpe there's one thing that we fail to realize, GOD was with Ruben. I prayed and God answered my prayar. Shine on RUben simply because you are THE STAR....
Love Ya The Big Bold and Beautiful MonaLisa

RUBEN I AM SO HAPPY YOU WON.YOU SHOWED EVERYONE YOU COULD DO IT.MY SISTER CONVINCED ME CLAY WAS GOING TO WIN.DEEP DOWN I KNEW......HE WASN'T, EVEN THOUGH HE'S A GREAT GUY (CLAY) YOU HAD MY VOTE FROM THE BEGINNING.I REMEMBER WHEN YOU CAME FROM AUDITIONING, I KNEW YOU'D GO ALL THE WAY...WITH LUTHER VANDROSS BEING IN A COMA, IF HE WOULD'VE HEARD YOUR VOICE HE WOULD HAVE BEEN PROUD, YOUR ANJELIC VOICE WOULD HAVE GOTTEN HIM UP.PRAYERS TO HIM...AND KUDOS TO YOU .YOU HAVE A BRIGHT CAREER IN FRONT OF YOU...I LOVE YOU. IGNORE ALL THE HATERS ON THIS SIGHT, BECAUSE WITH OR WITHOUT THEM YOU MADE IT.ONE MORE THING:IIIIIII LLLLLLLLOOOOOOOVVVVVVVEEEEEEE UUUUUUU RUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN STUDDARD. SO, DOES THE STATE OF MICHIGAN.

I'M SO GLAD THAT RUBBAN WON I WANT HIM TO KNOW THAT I VOTED FOR HIM AND I LOVE HIS LITTLE TEDDY BEAR FACE

I thought that RUBEN was the best singer from the beginning of the show, i love you RUBEN!
I promise when you come to DALLAS i will be your #1 FAN! YOu are the coolest! You the best
in my eyes!
Love cassi

It was destine rub that you win. My wife cried playa
when you won the crown. I'm in Los Angeles, I wanted to make it to the parties but my artist was in
the studio working. I WOULD love it if you can do the Sept Grooveline Magazine Black College tour. We just did The Youngbloodz, Red Cafe', Messy Marv, and Omega. I need to contact your manager and make this happen. your dream has just become reality and it won't stop unless you stand in your own way. Surround yourself around good people and it will rub off on you, the devil is evil. stay up playa and checkout my artist Kevin Strickland at: www.xclusivemag.com, then album is due to release Sept.

Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben Ruben

HOLLA!!!!!!
Suave.

I am so proud of Rueben. I cried when he sang Flying Without Wings. I never do that. He sangs it better than anyone. wtg Rueben.

a faithful fan
weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Congrats Ruuuuuuuben. I am so proud of you. I prayed for you to win so I had no doubt you would. You earned the number 1 spot. I wish you much success with your new career.

Hey there I love Ruben. He has a great voice and
I was glad that he won last night

LOVE YOU LOTS RUBEN

WWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! I'M SO HAPPY THAT RUBEN WON!!!!! I HAD NO DOUBT THAT HE WOULD, HE HAS THE BEST VOICE AND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SOUL!!!! I SCREAMED LIKE A FREAK WHEN RYAN SEACREST ANNOUNCED RUBEN'S NAME!!! YOU MAKE US ALL PROUD RUBEN!! YOU ARE MY TEDDY BEAR AND MY STUD,WOOOO!!

CONGRATS BIG RUBEN!!!! WAY TO REPRESENT THOSE ALABAMA A&M BULLDOGS..........

OKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AND SO THE BS CONTROVERSY BEGINS!

I AM APPAULED AT RYAN SEACREST AND AI FOR HIM READING THE WRONG NUMBERS. I SOMEHOW FEEL THAT IT WAS INTENTIONAL. HOW THE HECK ARE YOU GONNA MAKE A MISTAKE LIKE THAT IN FRONT OF ALL OF AMERICA?

MILLIONS WERE WATCHING...PROBABLY THE HIGHEST RATINGS FOR ONE SHOW ALL YEAR.

WHAT WAS THE DIFFERENCE?

1,335
13,000
130,000

ASSININE!!!!!

AND SO THE DIMPLE AND CHAD CONTROVERSY COMES ABOUT! RECOUNT!!!!! RECOUNT!!!! TVGUIDE IS CALLING FOR A RECOUNT!!!

I WONDER IF CLAY HAD BEEN THE ONE TO WIN IF TVGUIDE WOULD BE CALLING FOR A RECOUNT.

I CAN UNDERSTAND THEM BEING UPSET ABOUT THE DIFFERENT NUMBERS BECAUSE I AM AS WELL.

AND THE MEAN THINGS TVGUIDE SAID ABOUT RUUUUUBEN WERE UNCALLED FOR. WELL I CALL FOR A BOYCOTT OF TVGUIDE!!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS RUUUUUUUUUBEN!

I KNEW YOU WERE THE WINNER FROM THE START OF THE SHOW LAST NIGHT, BECAUSE ALL THEY KEPT SHOWING WAS CLAY'S FANS. NEVER SHOWED YOURS, WHEN RYAN WAS SITTING WITH THE FANS IN THE BEGINNING. I WATCHED VERY VERY CLOSELY AND I KNEW THAT YOU WERE THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL.

YOU GO BOYEEEEEEEEEE!!! KEEP GOD FIRST IN YOUR LIFE AND EVERY DREAM THAT YOU DREAM WILL BE YOURS.

YOU KNOW I TAPED YOUR SHINING MOMENT AND HAVE WATCHED IT TWO TIMES ALREADY....

MUCH LOVE TO YOU....HUGGGSSSSSSS TO!

Sigh!

Ruben God answered my prayers and yours. You are great. Keep giving God the credit as you have done and God will continue to bless you and take you to the top! This is only the beginning!

okay...um that was the grossest thing last night. ruben was DRIPPING pools of sweat, it was like leaking. i'm sure several people in the front row drowned.

you guys are all making such a big deal out of ruben winning. GOD! the votes were separated by less than .6%. it's not like he totally killed clay. it was just a matter of his fans hitting the buttons 1300 more times than clay's.

nobody's going to care about ruben in a year or less. he was a trend, a fad, and nothing more. his voice is terrible and WAY ptichy, and it always sounds like he's trying to surpass clay, but there's something caught in the back of his throat. perhaps some leftover food? you people must all be tone deaf. i bet the reason half of you voted for him was because he's fat and it adds to his character. honestly, if ruben was skinny, clay and kim l (she was the REAL thing and the only one as talented as clay...her voice was a thousand times better than ruben and she was much more attractive...don't know what america was thinking when they voted her off over ruben) would have been in the top 2. i honestly want to know how many people would vote for a skinny ruben. you people make such a point about weight not mattering, and yet i bet half of you just like ruben because he's the "velvet teddy bear" or whatever ridiculous tag you've put on him.

you'll see, when they release clay and ruben's cds the same week, yeah, we'll see the true winner then.

LAUREN!!!!! GET OVER IT!!! GO ON TO YOUR CORNER AND FINISH CRYING! WE HAVE HEARD ENUF OF YOUR WHINING.

IT IS OVER! RUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN IS THE WINNER!!!!

OH AND BY THE WAY, IT WAS 130,000 VOTES MORE. THAT IS QUITE SOME MARGIN. IMAGINE A DOLLAR FOR EACH ONE OF THOSE VOTES $130,000.

LOL.....STOP TRYING TO BE A KILL-JOY.
IT WON'T WORK HERE.

RUUUUUUUUUBEN IS BLESSED! GOD IS WITH HIM. NOTHING YOU SAY CAN TAKE FROM HIS GLORY!

RUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN GOD IS WITH YOU!

FURTHERMORE, I GUARANTEE YOU THAT YOU CRIED LAST NIGHT CAUSE CLAY LOST. JUST AS WE CRIED CAUSE RUUUUBEN WON!

RUUUUUUUUUUBEN WILL BE AROUND FOR A LONG TIME ON THE R&B CHARTS AS WELL AS THE POP CHARTS.

ARE YOU ANGRY CAUSE YOU DIDN'T VOTE ENUF. WELL, I BELIEVED THAT RUUUUUUUUUBEN WAS BETTER SO I PUT MY MONEY WHERE MY MOUTH WAS AND GUESS WHAT.....IT PAID OFF! IF YOU DID NOT DO THE SAME, BE QUIET AND ACCEPT THE FACT THAT CLAY IS JUST AS POPULAR, BUT RUUUUUUUUUBEN TOOK IT ON HOME!

GET A LIFE AND ANOTHER BOX OF TISSUES!

OR MAYBE CALL YOUR BUDDY A_I_S HE WILL CONSOLE YOU, ALTHOUGH IN THE END HE SAW THE LIGHT.....AND JUMPED SHIP TO RUUUUUUUUBEN'S BANDWAGON!!!!!!

YOU REMIND ME OF THOSE LITTLE PRINCESS CHEERLEADERS WHO USED TO CRY WHEN THEIR TEAMS LOST. DUHHHHH IT WAS JUST A GAME.

This comment is for Bobette Hampton. Hey baby don't player hate on Ruben!!! You need to respect and honor the new American Idol King. As you can see, the best has won so don't disrespect the Velvet Teddy Bear! By the way, you should have got a towel to wipe the sweat off of his face.

I'm sorry, the last comment was for Lauren and not Bobette Hampton!!!!!!! Stop playa hatin Lauren!!!!

I just wanted to say.... why all the negative comments, everyone knows that Rubin is overweight, and I'm sure that Rubin knows also, but this show was not about Rubin's weight it was about who America thought was the best all around person for this contest, I bet Bobette Hampton is walking around looking like a anorexic model want to be, what she probably thinks the rest of the world should look like. I truely like Clay, and I hate to go here... but instead of a velvet teddy bear, Bobette would like a true Pee Wee Herman look alike as the true American Idol, and one more thing... Bobette are you saying you don't sweat Miss Thang!!!!!! Oh yea... how tall are you and what's your true weight, Miss Piggy

im glad ruben won hes the best singer
to bad hes not as hot as sexy as me though

this is about as much fun as picking the corn out of my doo-doo.

So, American Idol 2 was rigged. Yeah, that is just great. It has come to my attention that those who voted for Clay on their AT& T phones, received a recording thanking them for voting for Reuben. Just how illegal is that. This is similar to the Florida presidential election. Why should we even have voted. Our votes didn't count. You had decided that you wanted Big Fat Reuben right from the beginning. It didn't matter what the American people wanted. I am sure that all of us who have AT&T phones will be disconnecting and changing our service. I am sure that Reuben is a nice guy, but come on. An idol is one who is placed on a pedestal. If he could get up there, it would break. When a big fat guy who can not control his eating habits is anointed American Idol it can only be rigged. The American public can not be that stupid. And if we are, God HELP us, because we are doomed.

I will ban American Idol, and Fox for eternity. I shall go to the streets in protest. I shall spread my word across the land. I demand a recount, or a revote and make it legal. We refuse to be treated as if we do not matter.

I TRUELY APOLOGIZE TO BOBETTE HAMPTON, PLEASE FORGIVE ME....I was just so disturbed from the comment, that I didn't take the time to make sure I was responding to the right person, Bobette once again I apologize.....

The comment was for LAUREN!!!!!!!!!!

Alot has been said about race since ruben won. from what these gentlemen showed they both belong to a much bigger race. It's called the human race. Anyone can join it"s free

I don't get why Ruben haters are even bothering to come here. xDDDD I mean, shit. We love Ruben, and we know he's amazing. You don't see us invading Clay lover boards, do ya? ;D

I'm still so happy Ruben won. :) I just hope he sticks around in the music business, because his voice is beautiful.

i'll be postin lata here but quick heres sum shoutouts

Satin Girl: Ur the best
Got Milk: Great talkin 2 ya(I)
A_I_S: i doubted u but ur not so badd

Ruben deserved it

Big man wit big heart

~pat~(*205*)

wow. what a disappointment. ruben won. he really doesn't deserve it. ruben is just boring. he can't move around, he just stands there and sings and the sweat pours off him, which is not an attractive or interesting thing to watch. his voice ALWAYS sounds the same, and he tries to make it seem interesting by slaughtering some poor song like john lennon's ''imagine''. he isn't fit for this particular title, hes not a pop star. i'm sorry, but its true. hes a soulful, deepvoiced rb teddy bear, and hes chock full of talent, but clay is a popstar. he truely is. to 49.78% of this country, clay is the real and TRUE american idol, and ruben simply doesn't deserve this particular title. bitch at me allll you want. bring it on. i'm ready.

Aiken4Clay

I am a forty-two year old BLACK woman, and I must say that I am extremely disappointed with the results of American Idol. Yes, I'm black, and I wanted Clay to win. I agree somewhat with Peggy, on the fact that Ruben simply cannot match Clay, performance wise, because of his weight. I'm not being mean, I'm being truthful. He does nothing but stand there and sweat. Not only is this unpleasant to watch, he cannot do the moves or other things that come along with pop preformances. This contest was not, and should not, have been a race competition. Its not. I wish both of them the best of luck, but in my opinion, Clay Aiken should have won, and he is the TRUE American Idol.

From the very beginning I watched the auditions, they were funny. When Ruben appeared, it was like a revelation ...I said he will win. His voice is heavenly, his smile is infectious, his dimples are sexy and he is a well rounded, loving the Lord, young man.
As the weeks passed, and the contestants were weeded out, Ruben was always on my mind. I kept saying ...he is a sweetie, and he is going to win this competition. The only way he doesn't win, is if America shows that they are or have any bias about "Big gorgeous Black Men."
In essence, Ruben continued to smile, his love for God showed weekly, because he continue to thank God, every step of the way.
Last night as I watched, my stomach flipped, then I realized, the church that he attends, had a whole lot of prayers going up. I was praying, my sisters were praying and I do believe that God hears the prayers of the righteous, and then it came...The person that America voted their "American Idol" is ...RU-ben and I saw this beautiful, young man of God, lift his mic and say..."Thank you Jesus." I cried and appluaded and Ruben received his just due. Congratulations Mrs Studdard for raising such a wonderful son, and Ruben, Connecticut loves you...especially NEW HAVEN..Be Blessed and follow your heart!

"I will ban American Idol, and Fox for eternity. I shall go to the streets in protest. I shall spread my word across the land. I demand a recount, or a revote and make it legal. We refuse to be treated as if we do not matter.

Posted by Peggy on May 22, 2003 04:32 PM "

WHO CARES!!!! THEY BOTH WON RECORDING CONTRACTS SO WHO GIVES! GOD SOME OF YOU PEOPLE HAVE TOO MUCH TIME ON YOUR HANDS!!!

i think Ruben is very sexy (his personality makes him like that and also he seems like his mother raised him right. i hope he makes it big and go very far in the music industry and if i have anything to do with it he will make it far because i am ready to buy anything he put out if i have to buy 2 or 3 of one thing i will do so.

I, like most people was appauled by what happened to Tamyra Gray last year. But then again, I NEVER ONCE picked up the phone to vote for her. So this year, I learned my lesson. I decided to vote for the most talented, at least once, so I can say with a clear conscience that I did my part. I saw Ruben on the audition episode of AI. I initially expected him to be in the top 30 and even the top 10. As I continued to watch the show I realized what a dynamic vocalist he was. At the same time I realized how many people liked Clay Aiken. I personally am annoyed at the pronounciation of each and every single letter of the word he sings and I feel he over emphasizes every word. Back to my point, some people find his voice and overemphasis amusing and his fan club increased each week. I stood by Ruben's side throughout the entire top 10 or 12 showdown. I liked Kimberly Locke and felt she should have been in the top 2 with Ruben. Let me get to the point. Ruben is the winner. 24 million votes later, he won the whole damn thing! He gets the same thing that Clay Aiken gets, a recording contract and they each get a single to be released simultaneously, but the fact remains that he took home the title. Why is America downplaying his title? A recount? For what? If Clay would have won there would be no such discussion. I won't blame race, weight or any of the other stupid things I see people argue about on this site, but we all know that what I just said is true. People, please let it settle within you because there is no changing the results. Clay was not robbed. There was no cheating. More votes came in for Ruben and that's why he's the winner. He may be imperfect, but then again, so is Clay. I voted 17 times via the phonelines and I'm so glad that my vote counted the way I wanted it to. I cried at his emotional response. It, to me, was a more real moment than when Kelly Clarkson won last year. (She knows she shouldn't have won anyway. Had everyone voted the way we felt in our heart Tamyra would have won. And what the hell is she trying to be Christina Aguilera for? That girl has a beautiful voice, yet wasted it on a punk-like rock song. She sounded HORRIBLE last night and I was ashamed that she won after listening to her weak performance.) Anyway, people, this is about Ruben. He is the winner. I am a fan. There are many more like me. Accept it. It is the inevitable.

Aiken4Clay-
First of all you're on the wrong site honey. The people whining about clay's loss don't belong on this site. Ruben, despite your personal feelings toward him, is the winner. Accept it. 49.78% of you wasted your vote on the loser. Accept it. Regardless of his flaws, he's the winner. WINNER. The object of the competition is to win the title. We all know that the second and third place contestants are capable of obtaining recording contracts (Tamyra Gray, Justin Guarini) but, again the purpose of this competition is to win America's votes and walk away with the title. I applaud the fact that Clay has fans, but he's not the eye candy you may think he is. You talked about how he only stands there and sweats, which I can agree, may not be attractive. But then again if I were a 300 sum odd overweight man, I'd avoid trenuous activity and would probably break into a sweat as well if I was nervous and had thousands of bright lights pointed at me. Give the man a break. Like I said, Clay is no eye candy. He looks like a nerd. He knows he does, that's why made fun of himself in one of AI's parody's/commercials for themselves. His ears are atrociously big. Thank God for stylist who helped him cover them because Dumbo was definately in the house. So please, like I said they both have their flaws. Clay's biggest flaw is that he is not the American Idol. So sorry, he is not the "TRUE" American Idol. He needed 130,000 more votes in order to be that. Accept it. Ruben won. Who cares if you're disappointed. You're on the wrong site. I'm sure there's a cry for Clay site somewhere, but we don't feel you up in here. 205 baby- and I'm out.

thanks NIKKISEARS so very true. Ruben is a winner in so many people eyes and weight or race should not be a factor...HE IS WHAT AMERICA WANTS>>>"THE VELEVT TEDDY BEAR"...God bless the HATERS, because they know not! :-)

Rubin is the best and most sexiest singer i hav ever seen in my whole entire life!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He has the sweetiest most magical eyes that seriously give me the chills! and his voice is even betteer

Groovy mom(say say) well this is your 516 comment and i want to thank you for expressing my self about or new American Idol
When ruben won he proved that it didnt matter about size or looks but about voice

Ruben you earned it BIG MAN with a BIG HEART

~pat~(*205*)

I think that the show wouldnt ahve been the same if Ruuuuben wasnt on it.The best guy won and Ruben was that guy.We will will hear great things from him because he is a GREAT singer and he is my velvet teddy bear and I love his smile he makes me blush when I see him on t.v, he deserves this more than anyone.

I just wanted to let everyknow that I to voted for Ruben his voice was incredible from the start and he was unbelieveable and consistent throughout the whole show, but you can't take anything away from clay because he also performed great especially his last song on tuesday.

I just wanted to let everyknow that I to voted for Ruben his voice was incredible from the start and he was unbelieveable and consistent throughout the whole show, but you can't take anything away from clay because he also performed great especially his last song on tuesday.

I'm so glad Ruben won! I knew he could do it. Now I get to relax a bit and let my nerves rest. I live in 205 and I couldn't be happier that he's representin' us! I wonder if he knows what kind of madhouse the '205 Flava' store was today? Insane!!

i just ran across this site and i love it and i agree ruben is the best.

I'm so proud of you My Ruben. Keep up the good work and may God bless you and your family. Nothing but good things are going to happen to you. Ain't no stoppin you now!!

I suppose if you are the type of person who is satisfied with a win because of "entitlement", then you probably also are the type of person who, for example, if you were in second place in the NY Marathon, would celebrate your victory when the front runner is shot dead in a drive-by, and proceed to pretend you deserved the win.

The truth is, the margin of difference was well below the limit for requiring a recount or reevaluation in any election besides 6th grade Dodgeball captain.

Clay was robbed by a network which in the very performer contract states it may change the results regardless of the actual voting outcome.

I know none of this means anything to you shallow minded imbeciles who are so clueless you can't see what happened in front of your eyes and ears, and are basically "sheeple" who would rather vote with the majority just to feel part of a win, rather than vote for the right reason.

If you truly feel Ruben is the better singer, fine. But, to say the voting process is what put him in the winner spot is absolutely ludicrous.

He is a generic R&B singer with little chance of surviving in this industry. WIth a brother like Kevin, who will likely embarass the family to no end when the initial wealth hits their pockets, Ruben will fade away in no time at all.

I could not agree more with "the truth" the fact of the matter is that we all know Clay was robbed. I hope Ruben knows it too. Let's face it here, the only reason why they gave Ruben the tittle was because of his race. I'm sure they could have cried discrimination if not. I also don't see why people are so attracted to his voice, really the guy has a hard time breathing, let alone sing.

If America is lucky, he will fade away in no time.

Ya, the truth hurts, doesn't it?

I could not agree more with "the truth" the fact of the matter is that we all know Clay was robbed. I hope Ruben knows it too. Let's face it here, the only reason why they gave Ruben the tittle was because of his race. I'm sure they could have cried discrimination if not. I also don't see why people are so attracted to his voice, really the guy has a hard time breathing, let alone sing.

If America is lucky, he will fade away in no time.

Ya, the truth hurts, doesn't it?

I think Clay Aiken still doesn't deserve the title of American Idol. I CANNOT deny that he has a wonderful voice and lung power. But that's about it.

Performance-wise--
Clay: I cannot comprehend how people can tolerate his emphasis on every syllable and essentially dramatising the entire song. To put it figuratively, what Clay does is practically squeezing the song for all it's worth until you feel as though you've "heard it for the first time" because it no longer accurately portrays the original meaning and intention of the song. In this sense, Clay TRIES to impress the audience by seizing any opportunity that comes along to show off his vocal chops. While this is definitely a chance to showcase his talent, it also showcases an inability to arrange a song for himself in good taste.
Personally, I also find his mannerisms intolerable. The way he moves his eyebrows, closes his eyes, holds the microphone. Correct me if I'm wrong, but personally, I feel his mannerisms would work better on a female. Think Trenyce, Whitney Houston- I'm not comparing voice ability here, but I'm suggesting that Clay's mannerisms would better suit a female. Imagine. In my opinion, it fits way better.

Ruben: I won't hide that I've rooooted for rooooben from the very start. Performance-wise I feel ruben and clay are very different. Ruben's performances are filled with conviction and passion- this overwhelming emotion is what makes his performances infectious. Ruben smiles; Clay dramatises. The fact is that Ruben really ENJOYS his performances, so much so, that you can feel yourself with him- whether on stage or in heart. Clay, on the otherhand, aims to impress. There is a difference between making an impression and trying to make an impression. And Ruben, without a doubt, makes the impression. Ruben has had a personal standard and consistency he has maintained from the very beginning; performing is in his blood.

Voice--
Clay: very strong, clear and beautiful voice. A lot of lung power too. The biggest advantage Clay has is that most people DON'T get to see him live. All thanks to audio digital recordings, which actually enhance Clay's voice quality. If you think Ruben's votes were swayed by the Judges' stand, consider this: YOU might have been swayed by technology.

Ruben: Very rich, warm voice. The power is definitely there, and is used appropriately. I believe when it came to Ruben, today's technology didn't do his voice justice. You can easily argue that if it could have enhanced Clay's, why not Ruben's? But consider the fact that a richer voice, with more texture and "layers" would be harder to record digitally. But this point would only be valid if Clay fans are willing to accept that Clay's voice, although sweet and beautiful, is actually pretty flat. From my perspective, Ruben's voice radiates and exudes such warmth- that is what draws everyone to him.

Musings--
With Clay given the upperhand on today's digital technology, his voice will turn out fantastic on his new album. I declare myself a Ruben fan, but I am not eliminating the fact that Clay could outsell Ruben- judging from the statistics on amazon.com. However, Clay will need immense help in the arrangement and composing of songs. I was appalled (yes, Simon language) that 'This is the Night' was rather bland, in the sense that the same melody bar was repeated in the song- in the verses and choruses. Didn't help that the melody wasn't anything impressive.

Also, building on the view that the digital recording of sound alters the performances, I'd like to say that it is unfair to claim that the judges were biased TOWARD Ruben. When the judges heard him live, they would have definitely heard him differently from how you would have heard him on air. These judges have way more experience to know what comprises real talent and quality entertainment.

You also can't say Simon was leaning toward Ruben, because although Ruben was undoubtedly the fattest, he wasn't the only overweight around. Kimberley Locke wasn't picked on for her weight. Anyone cared to notice that? And there are also several renowned and successful artists that have not let weight deter their success. How bout Aretha Franklin? For the younger audience, Missy Eliott, perhaps?

I hope this helps to justify the fact that Ruben's victory rightfully deserved.

To the Truth and Reality-
The "truth" of the matter is that Ruben won which is what he set out to do. So actually, the truth doesn't hurt at all.The "reality" is that Ruben won which, again was what he set out to do. It seems to me that you two are so busy trying to defend Clay that you are oblivious to the "truth" and definately not facing "reality". Clay was robbed of nothing. He had the same opportunity to win that Ruben did, he just didn't do it. That's the truth. The second the person you wanted to win did not, you want to blame it on the network for cheating. That's reality. So let me ask you this "The Truth", if Clay would have won (which he did not) would you still be hollering about the network rigging the voting process or would you assume he won because he had 130,000 more votes than Ruben? Exactly. So, we as Ruben fans also have to assume that Ruben won because he is talented and more Americans voted for him. Clay has talent. I won't deny him that. He doesn't have the type of voice that would make me run and buy his record, but he did a pretty good job on Tuesday. You Clay fans act like you can't admit that Ruben has talent. You bring up weight, you bring up race, but too bad for you that the competition is about talent. He may be fat, he may be black, but he is the winner. Once again, I will advise the "cry for Clay" crew to find a site to sympathize with the excuses you make up for Clay's loss.

One other thing. How much of a hater can you be, "The Truth"? You claim that Ruben will fade away and his brother will pose as an embarassment to the family. Keep your fingers crossed that your prediction will come true. As a matter of fact, hold your breathe until it does. It will only help rid the world of one less ignorant person. You obviously know nothing about soul. Yes, some R&B singers come and go, however Ruben has the type of soul in his voice that climbs the Luther Vandross, Barry White, Teddy Pendegrass, Patti LaBelle ladder. Some of us have been waiting for the next one to come along. Our wait is over. So if you think he's a fly by night artist, try turning your brain on to think and then make comments. He's still the winner, the American Idol. Clay almost was, but almost doesn't count. So please face the reality of the truth- 205 and I'm out.

Reality,
Instead on harping on it all the time and bemoaning the fact that Rueben won, why don't you just give it a rest and time will tell you who has more staying power? Let time be the judge.

Ruben Won!!!

That's it!!

He won by 130,000 votes. Read the article on Reuters. http://reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=televisionNews&storyID=2802608

The bottom line is the they are both great singers. I have been following this from the beginning. I saw Clay first. He was my love. I supported him 100%.

The I Heard Ruben. From the moment he sung "A Whole New World" - I was hooked. The boy is talented. They both are. They are so different - but they are great. They both have a bright future ahead of them.

Is doesn't matter how big you are, sexual orientation, etc.

Just be cause you favor a particular singer or particular type of music, does not mean you have to HATE the other. Some of the people on this site have said some horrible things. All of you have your own set of problems.

You could be too skinny, verry ugly, a flat ass, have no chest, small pecker, etc. The list can go on and on. The bottom line is that we all have issues. His is that he is a big boy. So what. Look at yourself first. Don't think you don't have any issues, because you do.

They are both great. Ruben is the one that received my votes and ultimately received the title of American Idol. There is nothing you can do or say to take that away from him.

So, get a life and take a long look in the mirror.

THE REAL TRUTH

To the two who responded to myt comments: I'm not black or white so for me it was not a race issue. As far as the weight is concerned, let's face it people, we voted for an performer, Ruben has a hard time even moving, if I go to a concert, I want to see the singer move around and go from one end of the stage to the other. Ruben will have a hard time doing that. I didn't care who won, I still have to go to work and go on with my daily activities as any other day, so for me, I wanted talent to outwin. And to say that Clay is flat, well get out the Q-tips, beacuse you can blaime him for not being that handsome, but his voice is everything else but flat. This competition was about finding a new pop singer, and while Clay's voice may be more Broadwayish, this was not American Soul Finder. Give it up already because we all know that the race was so close that neither one should really feel like they lost. And one more thing, the judges were rooting for Ruben from day 1, and that had a big impact on the voters. Tell me, why was it ok to call Clay all those names and pick on him for the entire duration of the show and they were not allowed to mention the fact that Ruben can barely walk??And I wont bother responding anymore, because its useless. I can face reality, but its evident that you cant.

Actually Amber, he won by 1,300 votes (thats why they said it was close). Just wanted to correct that. Ciao

Sorry that message was for the The Real Truth!!!

AMBER

RUBEN WON BY ONE HUNDRED &THIRTY THOUSAND (130,000) VOTES PER FOX!!!

PLEASE GO READ THE NEWS RELEASES FROM FOX.

That message was intended for No_Worries

Reality-
Glad to hear you won't be responding-we don't want haters on this site anyway. You claim it was not a race issue but in your previous comment you clearly stated that the ONLY reason why he won was because of his race. Make up your mind and read what you wrote before you respond. Secondly, this competition is not about who can barely walk or run across the stage. Is that all you people have in your defense? No, you also have in your defense that the fact that the judges made fun of Clay. Well a thing or two may have been said in criticism toward Clay and hell it's the judges job to criticize. You only remember the bad stuff they said though, huh? I can remember countless times when they all praised Clay and gave him positive feedback. On the interim, I can also remember a few criticisms they dished out to Ruben about his wardrobe, weight and even about needing to change up in his singing to not sound so much the same every week. So the judges and their criticism was not a deciding factor in this competition. Maybe, just maybe they "rooted" for Ruben from the beginning because he was awesome from the beginning. Yes, Clay is pretty much cut out for Broadway and yes Ruben is more Soul/R&B, but just because Ruben won doesn't mean he's the American SOUL Idol just as if Clay had won wouldn't make the American BROADWAY Idol. The title is American Idol with no predjudice to what 'type' of music the Idol is best at singing. Ruben and Clay were our two choices and we chose Ruben. That doesn't change the name of the show to American Soul Finder just because Ruben won. The one thing I agree with you on (to a certain extent) is the fact that in a way they both won. But the official winner is Ruben. Don't respond to that because you can't. That's Reality- 205 and I'm out.

I went to the final taping of the American Idol Show. It was awesome. Yeah Both did great! But Ruben Baby you are off the hook. I am so glad that you God allowed you to win. Your a wholesome man. God Fearing. And that this time That's what America needs. A christian man. I am a Christian women. I've been COGIC all my life. I also sing. But in Chruch and a local Comtp Gospel Group. I gave your brother my card. I would love to take you out. I think your very handsome. I will even fly out to Alabama to meet up with you. I also gave a friend of mine from Fox my card to give to you or your mother. I would love to be your friend. Get to know you and may even possibly more. I am 26 years Old I am a Blk single Female. From Ca. But Family is from Mississippi. Lets Talk. Your brother has my info. I gave him my business card,
Thanks for your time, B-Blessed,
Tonya

"To the two who responded to myt comments: I'm not black or white so for me it was not a race issue. As far as the weight is concerned, let's face it people, we voted for an performer, Ruben has a hard time even moving, if I go to a concert, I want to see the singer move around and go from one end of the stage to the other. Ruben will have a hard time doing that. I didn't care who won, I still have to go to work and go on with my daily activities as any other day, so for me, I wanted talent to outwin. And to say that Clay is flat, well get out the Q-tips, beacuse you can blaime him for not being that handsome, but his voice is everything else but flat. This competition was about finding a new pop singer, and while Clay's voice may be more Broadwayish, this was not American Soul Finder. Give it up already because we all know that the race was so close that neither one should really feel like they lost. And one more thing, the judges were rooting for Ruben from day 1, and that had a big impact on the voters. Tell me, why was it ok to call Clay all those names and pick on him for the entire duration of the show and they were not allowed to mention the fact that Ruben can barely walk??And I wont bother responding anymore, because its useless. I can face reality, but its evident that you cant.

Posted by: reality on May 23, 2003 10:45 AM "

good job. SO well said. i must ask why it's okay for people to say clay is gay, when he's not, but people jump on you in you call ruben fat. and also...the show was a little biased. simon told kimberly locke and josh that they both had to lose weight, but the concern of weight was never even mentioned. basically the message i got from that is that it's okay to be fat, as long as you're obese? that was so out of line.

and to "i want teddy bear hugs" -- i think you were trying to sound fair, but your comments were actually pretty off base. clay's voice is FLAT? are you joking? his range is awesome. as for you talking about digital recording and all that nonsense, all the performances were live and not altered. they can't alter live tv.

how could you say that clay dramatizes? the point of the show is to impress people, "raise the bar", as the judges so often spoke of. clay gave it his all; how could you negate him for doing that? he didn't dramatize, he simply performed in the best way he knew, and it worked for him. and he definitely did enjoy his performances. he was always relaxed and smiling when he was finished, calm and cool. he was always smiling during his performances, even when he hits those awesome notes. i don't know if ruben's smiles were just a front, becuase after he finished singing, he always immediately got this scared look on his face. ruben was good, but he NEVER blew me away with his performances.

and kim locke WAS picked on for her weight. simon told her she needed to lose weight. and to "i want teddy bear hugs"...your examples were a little off base. aretha is amazing...surely not skinny, but her weight didn't keep her from moving around the stage and shaking her stuff. and missy elliott lost weight because it was affecting her health. both of them may not be skinny, and thst's okay, but they can dance and entertain.

reality and the truth, i could not agree more with the two of you. half of the ruben fans were people who just rooted for him to be a part of the crowd. i'm not saying all of them, but many of them were. we'll see the REAL truth in the race of who's cd hits #1 first.

Hay Boo, yes man you are awesome. Ilive in Chicago, Illinois and attend Sweet Holy Spirit Church in Chicago. Bishop Larry Trotter made the comment that before merican Idol you were supposed to be coming with your group to our church. Man I wish you had and if you ever find the time please come that way. its on 87th and Yates ave. Bishop trotter also told th ewhole congregation to vote for you in the middle of the service. We Love you and it is because you are a God-fearing individual. Keep up the good work. I am a married woman but every time I hear you and seee you smile I melt like you were my man and you were singing to me. If you didn't have a girlfriend before the show I know the girls are flocking now. So be careful.

Oh God for the love of Christ for the people saying this was racially biased. My wife was rooting for Ruben, I was for Clay... but still both are absolutely bloody fantastic singers. I can't criticize, so I won't... and at the end of the day Ruben won - and mighty fine congrats to him! This is a SONG CONTEST. There are plenty of examples of the runners up in song contests outshining the winner, and there are examples of winners of song contests going on to bigger and better things. I think this result is indicative that Ruben will go on to better and greater things (and yes if anyone mentions his weight he will lose some pounds). Clay will also have great success despite 'coming second'.

Anyway... congrats Ruben - he deserved the win.

Mark.

Ruben i LOVE you....you are the best singer i have heard in a long time...you are ADORABLE..man that little smile adn thole huge ass dimples! Good luck in ur future

LISTEN UP EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

LATE LAST NIGHT I HEARD REUBAN ON THE RADIO (CHICAGO STATION) SINGING THE SONG THAT HE SOARED THROUGH AMERICAN IDOL WITH....

A HOUSE IS NOT A HOME. IT WOKE ME UP OUT OF MY SLEEP. IT WAS ABOUT 2 A.M. AND I WAS LIKE, IS THAT REUBAN OR LUTHER. AT THE END OF THE SONG THE JOC SAID IT WAS "REUBAN STUDDARD". GOOD REUBAN I AM SO HAPPY THAT YOU ARE DOING YOUR THING. CONGRATS

ON WEDNESDAY, I HAD TO KNOW IF MY BABY WAS GOING TO WIN, SO I WENT TO CIRCUIT CITY TO WATCH IT, BUT THE T.V'S WERE ARE PRE-PROGRAMMED, SO I RAN OVER TO BEST BUY AND STAKED OUT IN FRONT OF THE T.V. FOR 1 1/2 HOURS. I DON'T FEEL LIKE IT WAS A WASTE OF TIME BECAUSE MY CUSHION FILLED TEDDY BEAR WON. "U GO BOY"

ruben ruben bo buben fee fi fo fuben RUBEN! you are my idol- my dreams of squeezing you fatness- love handles are love

hi ruben rocks i cried when he won

I have a been a Ruben fan from the moment I heard his audition on American Idol. He is so talented and sincere. I was simply thrilled to see him win, so deserving of it. Just want Ruben to know that he has a huge fan base here in east coast Canada. Love you Ruben, Congratulations!!! You're on your way to shine even more!

Ruben is my American Idol! I believed in him from the very beginning! Hes such a nice swet guy who doesn't forget his roots. I hope he has a successful career, and I hope society embraces him as they do with our previous American idol, Kelly Clarkson. Congrats, ROO-ben!

THIS IS FOR THE REALITY, LOVIN HIM OR WHOEVER YOU WANT TO CALL YOURSELF. I DON'T KNOW WHO OR WHERE YOU THINK YOU ARE. NUMBER 1 THIS IS A RUBEN SITE NOT A RUBEN HATE SITE. SO TAKE ALL THAT NEGATIVITY SOME WHERE ELSE. I LOOKED AT MOST OF THESE POSTS AND YOU TRY TO ACT LIKE YOU ARE DIFFERENT PEOPLE IN AGREEMENT WITH YOURSELF.RUBEN WON AND THAT'S IT GET OVER IT.ALL THIS PROTEST BULL CRAP IS STUPID IT'S A SHOW AND DON'T STOP OUR DAILY LIFE IN ANYWAY.AND FOR THAT IGNORANT PERSON SAYING WHEN HE CALLED IN FOR CLAY IT SAID THANKS FOR VOTING FOR RUBEN. YOU CALLED THE WRONG NUMBER, BECUASE I VOTED FOR BOTH AND IT SAID NO SUCH THING!!!!!

GO Ruben!!! i am from Birmingham Alabama just like Ruben and i wanted to say your the best!!! WE are aLL very proud of you down here socome see us soon!!!!!!

205 205 205 205 205 205 205 205 205 205!!!

Yeah, I agree Ruben should've won, but to tell you the truth, there's just something about Clay I can't forget. He's got a style of voice nobody else has...he's all round original. I even like the fact he doesn't have your typical popstar look.
I wish them both the best- I hope both Ruben and Clay do extremely well on the charts and fight each other to the top.

Long Live Clay and Ruben!
from
An American Idol fan in NEW ZEALAND.

OK i gotta be honest with ya all. I do not usually come here and keep up on all this chattin back and forth. But i am a huge RUBAN fan and have been since I heard him sing "A Whole New World" that first time. He is who i wanted to win from then on. So I too was and am very excited to see he won. But anyway...I came here tonight Becasue i wanted all the info i could get about Ruban and when he is gonna be on TV and just where i can see him. So i was just surfin to find out. I read something that Basically I thought was CRAP and feel this person does not know what they are talking about. I AM TALKIN ABOUT "THE REAL TRUTH" Among others. but your comment really stood out to me that RUBAN THE VELVET TEADY BEAR would not be a good preformer because of his weight. WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU TALKIN ABOUT.....HAVE YOU HEARD OF LUTHER VANDROSS.....ARETHA FRANKLIN...BARRY WHITE...JUST TO NAME A FEW. MANY MANY PEOPLE LOVE THEM AND HAVE FOR MANY YEARS. RUBAN DID JUST FINE WITH THE DANCE MOVES THEY HAD HIM DOING. I AM SORRY BUT WHEN IT COMES DOWN TO IT AND I AM HAVIN A NICE ROMANTIC EVENING WITH MY BOYFRIEND AND WE ARE LISTENING TO A ROMANTIC SEXY CD...I WOULD RATHER LISTEN TO THEN ENTICING VOICE OF RUBAN OR BARRY OR LUTHER FOR THAT MATTER, THEN CLAY. I HAVE TO ALSO ADMITT I AM NOT SAYING I DID NOT LIKE CLAY...I DID. I CAN GIVE HIM HIS PROPS HE DID SOUND GREAT...FOR BROADWAY AND HE DOES SEEM LIKE A NICE GUY. BUT SPEAKING AS A 28 YEAR OLD WOMAN I CAN RELATE MORE WITH RUBAN THEN CLAY. PERIOD DOT COM. THE END

P.S. WHEN YOU HEAR SOMTHING THAT IS GOOD ..U KNOW IT. WHEN I HEAR RUBAN EVERY TIME I GET A CHILL AND GET THAT URGE TO JUST SWOON. I WANT TO CLAP FOR HIM WHEN HE IS FINISHED A SONG. THAT IS A GOOD HINT TO ME. SO NUF SAID. RUBAN IS A GOOD GUY THAT LOOKSLIKE YOU CAN TRUST HIM AND BRING HIM INTO YOUR HOMES. DEAL WITH IT. :)

OK I CAN ADMITT WHEN I MADE A MISTAKE...LOL...MY PREVIOUS COMMENT WAS NOT ABOUT THE REAL TRUTH..IT WAS BASED OFF OF REALITY AND NOT THE REAL TRUTH. SORRY ABOUT THAT MISTAKE.

this page is for positivity from Ruben's fans, please do not post your negative comments here, there are other places for that if you so choose, thank you

TO THE MONITOR OF THIS SITE, PLEASE MAKE SURE TO DELETE THIS LADY'S COMMENT:
"Posted by holly on May 24, 2003 12:20 AM"

Hey Ruben!!! I taped every show of American Idol just to see you. I am soooooo... happy that you are the American Idol- you brought tears to my eyes. I LOVE YOU RUBEN!!! ENJOY

We are extremly excited and happy for Rubin. We have been watching American Idol since Jan 03 and have said from Rubin's first interview and audition that here was the next American Idol. Even though we are Canadian had we been allowed to vote it would have been 100% for Rubin. One thing that really amazed us is the uncanny event that Rubin has the same features as our son including facial expressions and that puppy dog look when he is waiting to hear some news. The only difference is that Rubin has a great sun tan and is only slightly heavier then my son. Heres wishing you the best in your new found carreer and all the breaks in the wotld for you. Rubin Studdard you are not only the American Idol but as far as we and our friends are concerned you are the "WORLD'S IDOL". Goodluck Rubin we will be watching your talent grow and enjoying it for a longtime. Opal & Tony

If Kelly Clarkston and Ruben Studdard are the best talent america has to offer then we are in a sad state! Both are just BLOW UP KAROAKE SINGERS

Well I would like to say that everyone has different taste and opinions. I am very proud of all the people who made it thus far. It is not very nice to say ugly things about anyone. The same things you are saying about someone else, people may feel the same about you. Thank God that the contestant don't have the same attitude as some of you. God Bless Ruben, Clay, Kimberly and all of the other contestants. I am proud of you Ruben, keep your head up, there is a blessing in store for you and all the others.

Clay is definately much better the Ruben. He should have won. Clay has such a unique voice and a great look that just makes me smile whenever I hear him or see him. Clay is the true American Idol. GO CLAY!!!

i agree with The Truth and Reality....they're so so right....hahaha

GO ROOBEN. YOU DID YOUR THING. I LIVE IN NORTH CAROLINA AND I WAS PULLING FOR YOU ALL ALONG. I LOVE YOU RUBEN. YOU ARE THE BEST AND YOU DESERVE THE TITLE OF AMERICAN IDOL. YOU ARE SO SWEET. I JUST FEEL LIKE I KNOW YOU. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR CAREER. I WILL SUPPORT YOU UNTIL THE END. MUCH LOVE IN NORTH CAROLINA.

I cannont believe that these IGNORANT clay fans are posting comments on Ruben's sight. Goes to show that ignorance is bliss!!! It doesn't matter anyway because Ruben is the AMERICAN IDOL and you know what, now they are saying that the title of AMERICAN IDOL doesn't mean anything but if it didn't mean anything, they wouldn't be as mad as they are. If the title of AMERICAN IDOL didn't mean anything, you clay fans wouldn't have watched it and gotten so upset when clay didn't win, so obviously it does mean something to you. Give it up, Ruben won and that's a fact. Season 2 of AMERICAN IDOL is over. Clay is the loser. Maybe the person you think should win in season 3 will win but your pick didn't win this time. You win some you lose some, you clay fans lost this time so don't get mad just wait for next season. No one was this upset when Kelly won last season and everyone knows that Tamyra should have won. Did you hear Kelly on the finale? She sounded terrible!!! Now that is the perfect example of what an AMERICAN IDOl shouldn't sound like. Ruben was very consistent and sounded the best throughout the whole competition and that is why he won. Clay belongs on Broadway like Simon said. My last and final thought on AMERICAN IDOL season 2, Ruben won because he deserved to win, American made their choice and it's over. You can say that it's not fair all you want to and demand a recount but was the presidential election fair? Did we get a recount on that, no so get over it. Ruben is the AMERICAN IDOL!! GO RUBEN! I LOVE YOU MAN!!!!!

Ruben is fine looking with his smile and he as really good voice and i thank god that clay didn't win because he is not the american idol ruben is because he looks like the american idol.

205 #1

GO RUBEN IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY... SHAKE YOUR BOOTY! You were the best contestant from DAY 1. I hope you have a successful career, and make lots of money. You showed everyone up. You're a GREAT singer.

hi im both happy that ruben won and clay was the first runner up i think clay is still have the powerful voice and tuneful!!!!

man ruben is omg the best hes the only reason why i watched american idol when i sawhimi was like oo hes cute and when i heard him sing OMG he is so talented let along gorgeous i would just about give anything jus to hug him he is so amazing and when he song luthers song i cried like a baby and when he won i cried so bad everyone was calling me asking me was i ok because i had been talking about him all that day and i was saying hes gonna win hes got to win andhe did it and im so proud of him he has this spirit about him that makes you feel as i f youve known him all your life anything he does i am there to support him i love him his voice and just everything about him. i added another goal in life and that is to meet ruben and kick it with him man that wouldbea dream come true (#1 big ru fan)

OK...I tried not to but I have to respond to a couple of things...

Why would anyone say something about Ruben's family? I know Kevin, and have for years. There is nothing remotely criminal-like about him. He graduated from school, was never in trouble, and went to college. He was at an NFL training camp when an injury ended his career. I assume that the statement that he will embarass his brother is based on a stereotype about how he dresses and looks - and people wonder why racism is still a problem 40 years after MLK.

OK - Ruben is fat, and he sweats a lot. Hopefully for his health's sake, he will try to do something about it. But check reality people - the US is becoming an increasingly obese nation. I imagine that there are a lot of AI viewers out there who can identify with and be proud of Ruben's accomplishments. As for the sweat...stage lights are hot. Some people sweat, some don't. BFD.

Clay's sexuality...I happen to know for 99.9% sure that Clay is not heterosexual...so what? As for talent - loads of it. But please think about the contest. The goal is to find a POP IDOL. Clay reminds me of John Tesh, Michael Bolton, Richard Marx...easy listeneing adult radio. May he reign for years on broadway, but do you really see him alongside someone like Justin Timberlake or JaRule? I like Clay, but I don't see that happening.

Best of luck to Ruben and everyone else who had the guts to get out there in front of the whole country instead of hiding behind their keyboards like all of us.

I'M STILL IN LOVE WITH........ RUBEN!!!!
I JUST SAW RUBEN AND CLAY ON THE TODAY SHOW NYC AND HE DID A WONDERFUL JOB AS USUAL.

GO RUBEN, WE ARE ALL ROOTING FOR 205 IN 410.....
SMOOCHESXOXOXOXOXOX

I am soooooo happy that Ruban won! i love you Ruban!!!!!!

****RUBEN TV ALERT*****

May 27 Schedule:

The Early Show CBS 7AM
Live with regis/Kelly 9AM ABC
The View 11 AM ABC
BET 106 & PARK 6 PM
E News Live 7 PM

Hey Rueben, where can I get my own "205" shirt to show your support from New Jersey ?

Floyd:
Why would Ruben give you a 205 shirt, if he already is sending mine in the mail!

I have his address, phone number, email, not to mention the thousands of responces I have received back from him.

So Floyd you can just hope and pray, but I have the reality!
C YA SUCKER! LOSER

Floyd:

By the way what kind of computer junkie are you?
How in your right mind do you get up @1:30 a.m and post a stupid responce like that?
That is crazy!!!!!!!

Thanks Kinona for letting us Ruben fans know when he will appear on TV!!! I can not get enough of Ruben!! I love him. I did see him on the Today show yesterday and he blew me away with his wonderful voice.
Go Ruuuuben!!!

Rubin, I love you and I'm so happy that you won. My two year old son loves you as well and would scream go Ruuubin everytime he say you. If I ever get the chance to see you live I have a BIG hug waiting for you. You are one BIG SEXY GUY.

i think ur the bomb when u sang u put passion into ur music. i luv ya

Yo Ruben is the bomb I am so glad he won, Rickey Smith wasn't that bad either but still Yo Ruben you were awesome. When you sing you put so much passion into your music it is unbelievable I luv ya.
bye Ruben

I love Ruben!!!!!!!!!! i want to marry him! If you ever get a chance toread this ruben which i hope you do I hope that i'm your number ONE fan! i watched till the very end!i had faith in you and you did it! ~*~ Congratulatios~*~

MissLisaLoo:
About your comment about how Clay fans are ignorent:
People are intitled to their opinion, and how would you feel if someone said you are ignorent just because you had a different opinion. Honestly, I think Ruben is a better singer, Clay is not my favorite and I do hate him to death, but you souldn't go on and say that they are ignorent.

And People:
PLEASE SPELLL RUBEN'S NAME RIGHT

Not Rubean, or Rubin, or Ruban, it is Ruben!!!!!!!

Hi all you gays out there:

call this number if you want a trooper:
(636)225-8991

posted by: Got Milk
"And People:
PLEASE SPELLL RUBEN'S NAME RIGHT

Not Rubean, or Rubin, or Ruban, it is Ruben!!!!!!!"

Wrong! It's spelled BOOBEN... That's the right way to spell it. Take note and don't forget it!

Best of luck to both Ruben and Clay. I love Ruben's voice, and Clay is not so bad, but, I prefer Rubin because of the style music he sings, and the smoothness of his voice. Everyone has their preferences, mine is for the smooth sexiness of Ruben's voice. Clay's stage presence is better, probably because he has been on stage growing up, Ruben's a little stiff, but that is a minor problem as far as I'm concerned. When I'm listening to his voice, I have my own fantisies going on that doesn't include his stage presence, (if ya know what i mean). Anyway, he could stand still, caress the microphone (subsitute "me"), and we could rock all night in one spot. (get my drift??)
SOOO, since I was so thoroughly entertained by the both of them, I think the contest was a draw, and I wish they could come back next season. P.S. Kimberly was a winner too and I wish her the very best luck.
HEY EVERYONE EASE UP AND LETS ENJOY THE ENTERTAINMENT> REALITY CHECK< none of us has a snowballs chance in hell of ever meeting either of these people. let alone fulfilling our sexual dreams.

Hey Got Milk holla at me @ t_thaniel@yahoo.com

I want to ask you a question.....

Wus up Ruben fans!! I saw Ruben on 106 and Park yesterday but does any one else know about his television appearances? I can't get enuff of Ruben!!

peace

Ruuuuuuuuuuubin is the only 1 that could blow the roof off. I mean it's not that Kelly Clarkson did bad or anything but. RUBIN STUDDARD IS GOOD REALLY GOOD!!!

Ruuuuuuuuuuubin is the only 1 that could blow the roof off. I mean it's not that Kelly Clarkson did bad or anything but. RUBIN STUDDARD IS GOOD REALLY GOOD!!!

MIKA:

Ask me the question over this internet site.
PEACE

Look ,I can understand that all ya'll think he's fat ....but thats what makes him unique......HE IS THE VELVET TEDDY BEAR!!. Whoever thought that Clay was guna win ...honestly....he looks like someone i would pick on in high school...he's a nerd! Ruben from the beginnning was my fav! now whoever said that racial thing you can kiss my ass!! like honeslty.....if its all because of races then why did Kelly Clarkson who is white win last year!!! I'm not saying anything bad bout her cause she is my IDOL but how can you make a racisist comment against Ruben but not say anything bout Kelly!!! Why don't you racists just get off your asses and myabe be better person!

Hi everyone! What a great thread on Ruben! :) I started a fan club that may / or may not become the official site. Whether it does or not, I will have relevant and current info on Ruben and how we can all make sure he makes it to #1 with his single / his album / future videos and his future work.

I worked in the music business until 1997 doing marketing, promotional & fan club work - going into semi-retirement to get married and have kiddos. Well, I am back... AI is an incredible concept!!!! Finding fresh new talent - and oh boy! To find Ruben is a dream come true! I listen to his music all day long. I only wish there was something like an 80 song box set out there to buy! I would never get tired of listening...

Please visit our site.
www.rubenstuddardfanclub.net

Peace,
Shelly

Dearest Rooben,
You are the greatest singer Ever nobody can beat you I Love those DIMPLES you should be glad your momma made u!!!!!!!!!!

Ruben definetly deserves to be the american idol! He has a sweet voice and he is sooooo cute!!Ruben Rocks! Clay should be on broadway or something like that!His voice is good but not as good as RUBENS!!!

Hey Rubin!

I do hope you get to read this message. I think you are an absolutely amazing, great and fabulous singer!! I am exchange student from South Africa and am currently living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I really hope, wish and pray that I will get to see you in person before I leave on June the 19th. You are soo cool and I love your voice!! I HOPE to see you soon!!
Luv Jessica:)

Ruben is so awsome!!!!!
I had a dream last night that he was in my Living Room signing autographs on every item I own!
I wish he was really here right now....in my house!

He will someday see the cute face of me and fall madly in love with " the #1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1 fan named Julie"

Thanks for the dream Ruben,
Peace
*205*
Got Milk:) TTYL:)

And for anyone who objects to me being Ruben's #1 fan...come see me in person, every second I talk about Ruben.
Ask tripleee90, she goes to my school, and she talks on this site! Ask her how obsessed I am.

P.s. Being obsessed is a good thing
TTYL
GOT MILK

I love Rubin!!!!!!!!!!! Ever since I saw him I said he's #1. I'm his biggest fan. I LOVE RUBIN!!!! Please e-mail me I would be the most happiest person in the world!!!!

TO THE PERSON WHO POSTED THIS MESSAGE:

"The goal is to find a POP IDOL. Clay reminds me of John Tesh, Michael Bolton, Richard Marx...easy listeneing adult radio. May he reign for years on broadway, but do you really see him alongside someone like Justin Timberlake or JaRule?"

Well, I'll ask you the same question: Do you see ruben along side with someone like Justin Timberlake or JaRule? Just as much as Clay isn't a "pop singer", same can be said for Ruben. he's no pop singer! And as Clay is to "michael Bolton" or "john Tesh", Ruben is to "Luther Vandoss" or "Stevie Wonder"...not a pop star at all! Ruben is meant to sing R&B, not pop. Can you seriously picture Ruben busting out a dance step like Justin Timberlake or any pop act out there?

And to the other person who posted this RETARDED message:

"Look ,I can understand that all ya'll think he's (Ruben) fat ....but thats what makes him unique......HE IS THE VELVET TEDDY BEAR!!. Whoever thought that Clay was guna win ...honestly....he looks like someone i would pick on in high school...he's a nerd!"

Didn't people pick on the fat kids too back in school? What point are you trying to make by trashing Clay's image? That's the most ignorant posting I've read on this site so far!!! How can you sit there and PRAISE one person's flaws (ruben's weight) and then turn around and make fun of anothers (clays image)? That's the most hypocritical thing I've read and you seriously need a life!

MY OPINION FOR THE RECORD:

TO CLAY AND RUBEN, HATS OFF GO TO BOTH OF THEM. IN MOST OF AMERICA'S EYES, THEY WERE THE FAT KID GETTING PICKED ON IN SCHOOL OR THE NERDY KID WHO GOT NO FRIENDS AND NOW THEY'VE GONE AND MADE SOMETHING WITH THERE LIVES. SURE NEITHER ONE OF THEM CAN BE DEFINED AS A "TRUE POP ARTIST" BECAUSE THEY AREN'T.

LET'S FACE IT, AI2 WAS TOTALLY DIFFERENT THEN AI1. AI1 DID HAVE TALENT BUT THEY ALSO HAD A BETTER IMAGE TO MARKET. (LET'S FACE IT, IF THIS WAS A HIGH SCHOOL POPULARITY CONTEST, A COUPLE LIKE KELLY AND JUSTIN WOULD PROBABLY BEAT CLAY AND KIMBERLY LOCKE AS PROM KING AND QUEEN.) BUT THIS TIME AROUND ON AI2, YOU GOT TO SEE TRUE SINGING ABILITY FROM RUBEN AND CLAY...HELL EVEN KIMBERLY LOCKE, AND NOT ONE OF THERE FACES YOU'D EVER SEE ON THE FRONT OF A FASHION MAGAZINE IF THEY DID NOT HAVE AI FAME. NOT ONE OF YOU IN THIS ROOM WOULD TAKE A SECOND GLANCE AT RUBEN OR CLAY IF THEY WALKED DOWN THE STREET AND WERE JUST SOME REGULAR JOE.

BUT NOW THAT THEY'VE GONE AND SHOWN THERE TALENT, THE WHOLE COUNTRY LOVES EM? THEY'VE PROVEN THAT LOOKS AREN'T EVERYTHING IN THIS MATERIALISTIC LAND WE LIVE IN. THEY TAUGHT US TO JUST SHUT UP, LISTEN TO THE MUSIC, AND NOT JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER AND FOR THAT I CONGRATULATE BOTH RUBEN AND CLAY.

A_I_S...i'm glad your back! excellent post you made there, so true!

and to all you people that are posting like you're talking to ruben (i.e. "i love you ruben! you're amazing! you're so cool!") GET A LIFE! ruben doesn't read these.

AAAAAAAAAAA_IIIIIIIIIII_SSSSSSSSSSSSS

WAZZZZZZZZZZUP DAWGGGG....WHERE DA HECK YOU BEEN???????

I GUESS YOU TOOK A HIATUS FROM ALL THE WEEKS OF AI MANIA. I DON'T BLAME YOU. I DIDN'T WANT TO GO THROUGH WITHDRAWAL SO I RENTED SEVERAL MOVIES ON TUESDAY. DIDN'T WANT TO WATCH NO BEAUTY QUEEN WANNABES.

YOUR VIEW ON THINGS HAVE EVOLVED AND I MUST SAY THAT YOU ARE ON POINT WITH THIS EDITORAL. I MISS RUBEN, CLAY AND KIMBERLY AND THE ENTERTAINMENT THEY PROVIDED ME FOR WEEKS ON END. I ALSO MISS THE OTHER AI CONTESTANTS AS WELL. RANDY, PAULA AND MR. COWELL? I MISS THEM ALSO. HEY AND BY THE WAY I KINDA MISSED YOU TOO!!!!!!

I DON'T THINK IT IS FAIR THAT FOR MONTHS THAT THESE PEOPLE WERE A LARGE PART OF AMERICA'S LIFE AND NOW THERE IS NOTHING. I REALIZE THAT THE CONTEST IS OVER, HOWEVER, IF THEY HAD REALLY GOOD PRODUCERS AND MARKETING CONSULTANTS, THEY WOULD KEEP FANNNG THE FIRE AND NOT LET THE HEAT AND PASSION THAT PEOPLE HAD DIE WAITING FOR A RELEASE. THE FIRST SHOW ISN'T UNTIL JULY. I DO GIVE FOX CREDIT FOR THE WEBSITE AND HOPE THAT EVERYONE IS VISITING. I JUST THINK THAT AMERICAN IS VERY VISUAL AND THE MORE THEY KEEP THE AI PROMOTIONS IN OUR FACE THAT MOST OF US ESPECIALLY THE YOUNG WILL REMAIN HYPED AND EAT IT UP.

SO A_I_S KEEP POSTING DAWGGGGGGGG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AND FOR YOU LAUREN.....DIDN'T YO MOMMA EVA TELL YOU DAT SILENCE ISSSSSSSSS GOLDEN! UNLIKE A_I_S YOUR SILENCE WAS GOLDEN! HINT...HINT...HINT...DO YOU GET THE DRIFT?

GROOVY MOM!!!!! WE LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU!!!!! THANKS AGAIN FOR PROVIDING THIS SITE!!!
YOUR SITE PLAYED A VERY LARGE ROLE IN MY AI2 EXPERIENCE.

PEACE!!!!!!!

Hi all. I have really enjoyed the posts here and finally decided to say hi!

My name is Shelly and I am in the process of putting together a fan site / fan club for Ruben. I worked in the music business for 7 years doing fan club work and I am coming out of my semi-retirement to help promote Ruben.

The site may or may not become the official site, but I am doing everything I can to try to have it become the official site.

Many of you (like myself) are going through withdrawals. My husband cringes when I pop in my finale tape. He does not understand how I can watch it over and over. I just laugh and watch it.

There IS something we can do right now. We can start calling the radio stations and requesting "Flying Without Wings". Call ALL of the stations in your area that you think would play it. Top 40, R&B, Smooth Jazz, Adult Contemporary... If they don't have the single and you have an extra $5.00, why not buy an extra single and take it to the radio station "donating" it on behalf or the Ruben fans in your town. I have donated CD's to radio stations before and they were really impressed! The COOL thing is when you hear your donated CD on the air!

I will be adding a nationwide - state by state radio station directory to my site as soon as I have it ready. (I worked on it for 12 hours today - believe it or not, and it's not done yet!)

I will have more projects to promote Ruben in the future. As they come up - I will share them with you all!

It's late and so I am going to sleep.

Take care all!

Shelly

Ok I think American Idol 2 was better than the first I didnt watch the first but i watched the second and it had more impact

another thing all these people say they love ruben then spell his name right RUBIN isnt right its RUBEN

RUBEN Big Man Wit Big Heart

~pat~(*205*)

if u want to IM me my screename is QBYboy11

To all the HATERS against Ruben . You all need to stop HATING. You're just mad a Healthy BLACK man won against CLAY. I don't have anything bad to say about Clay, but I was always told MAY THE BEST MAN WIN, and He won. Ruben Studdard. So stop hating, because Clay just wasn't good enough.

I agree with you Tish...Ruben was the best man and he won..the "haters" need to get over it.

GOTMILK:
Its not something for everyone....besides this site is about Ruben not our conversation. If its too much trouble to email me then nevermind. I have a close connection with Ruben and so do you, so you say so I just wanted to tell you about me and find out a little more about you. That's all.....

Ruben,
You know I love you and I am praying for you everyday and night. I hope you are getting plenty of rest and that you are having a good time. Stay Sweet and take care of you and remember to have fun.
Cya Soon....
Mika

Hey Ruben!!!!

U ROck! Ur Da BeSt!.....KnEw u WeRe GoNnA wIn aLL Da waY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have fun and Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love,
KAyla

I must admit from the beginning and until the end I was rooting for Ruben and Clay. Ruben won and to tell you the truth he deserved it. It seems to me the world is changing, Who would have thought that a large black man would have won American Idol never in a million years. People need to get a grip Ruben won and he is good. Clay was good too but not America's Idol. Good luck Ruben baby you are the best. Think about it 37 million people voted for
Ruben and they were not all black people. Love ya Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuben.

I LVOE YOU RUBEN! UR MY BABY! I SAW U AT THE TODAY SHOW!!! U THE BOMB!

i luv rubin i knew he was gonna win when i first heard him sing and he has a voice that can make you melt he is one in a million i never missed a show and i am from birmingham and he made everyone proud and represtented us to tha fullest and i think he is and alwayz be american idol clay aint got nuttin on him and to you proud momma you raised a wonderful , humble, and respectable and you should be prond we all thank you from makin us this velvet angel !!!!!! luv you all

Rueben is brilliant--he did not have 1 negative comment from the judges all the way through. All he was asked to do was shy away from the "Luther" syndrome and he represented to the fullest!!!!!

Ruben is very talented and very humble. He is needed in the entertainment industry to mellow things out. He brings it back to what matters most, the art, the soul, the sound of sweet, pure music. Like Gladys said, he is the Velvet TeddyBear for always in my book. Love ya!!!

RUUUUUBBBBEENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!!

RUUUUUUUUUUUUUBEN!
I knew it! When I saw your very first audition on tv, I said to my family "He is going to be the next American Idol" I CALLED IT! I could tell right from the beginning. You love the public, and the public loves you! Your awesome Ruben... your a shining star.

Love Christina
-BellaPrincipessa-

ruben definatly deserved to win!!!! lets face it everybody just loves ruben!! there is just something about him that everybody likes. i knew he would win from the beginning!!!! and i am sooooooo happy he won!!!! i honestly think he was the best out of everybody!!! he deserved to join kelly clakson and become the new meican idol!!!

ruben definatly deserved to win!!!! lets face it everybody just loves ruben!! there is just something about him that everybody likes. i knew he would win from the beginning!!!! and i am sooooooo happy he won!!!! i honestly think he was the best out of everybody!!! he deserved to join kelly clarkson and become the new american idol!!!
he is definately the world's velvet teddybear!!!!

i love ruben! i want him! hes a big jelly mountain of SEX-AY NESS! gooo ruiuuuuuuubeeeeennn you r AMERICAS IDOL!!!

so with a flick of my hair
and a twist of my hips
this lil angels out with a kiss
~*~*~*~MUAHZ~*~*~*~

Toya

I got Ruben's CD today and its so nice.... I love you Ruben!!!! 4ever

EVERYONE SHOULD GO BUY THIS CD... HELP MAKE RUBEN #1

I am 40 years old and Ruben is my idol. I voted for him 120 times in one night. I'm really glad he is going to be great. I have all of his songs he sang on the idol show downloaded so I can listen everyday.

Wow!!! This was some pretty crazy news to wake up to this morning...

Ruben no longer wears or endorses the 205 Flava Jerseys:

Here is the story:
http://tinyurl.com/dvpm

But... Rumor is that he IS working on his OWN line of clothing / Urban Wear. VERY COOL!

So, as Ruben said in the article -
"People can support me without supporting Flava," Studdard said.
_________________

Shelly
www.rubenstuddardfanclub.net

SERIOUSLY I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT YA'LL ARE THINKING!!!!!!!!!! CLAY SOOOOOOOOO DESERVED TO WIN!!!! RUBEN FOUGHT HIS BROTHER OVER A STUPID TURKEY SANDWICH!!!! I MEAN COME ON PEOPLE!! CLAY SO SHOULD HAVE WON!! CAN YOU HONESTLY SAY THAT FLYING WITHOUT WINGS SOUNDED GOOD?! IF YOU SAID IT SOUNDED GOOD YOU'D BE LYING. CLAY'S LAST NOTE IN BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER KILLED ALL OF RUBEN'S. THE ONLY REASON RUBEN WON IS BECAUSE LIKE 10 PEOPLE VOTED FOR RUBEN 10,000 TIMES WHILE 25,000 PEOPLE VOTED FOR CLAY ONCE. (I DON'T KNOW THE EXACT NUMBERS). NOW WHO WAS THE TRUE WINNER?? CLAY. HE DESERVED IT. RUBEN WAS IN THE BOTTOM TWO ONCE I DO BELIEVE. WAS CLAY EVER IN THE BOTTOM TWO? NOPE.

Clay All The Way! Ruben was ok, but clay took the day! Give it up for clay!

"Let's hear it for the boy! Come on and give the boy a hand!" Buy his CD!!!

His career will definately be FLYING even WITHOUT WINGS!!!

Hey,
We love Ruban

Laura:

How could you say that Clay deserved to win, on a Ruben fan club site?
NOOOOO Clay didn't deserved to win, he was so not as good as Ruben---anyway I think Ruben tried harder to impress the audience---and me:)!!!!

And you said that Ruben was in the bottom 2 and Clay wasn't, well---thats true, but that was a rigged episode to make more people watch the show and call in, plus more $ for the producers.

Clay should have been in the bottom 2 even if he wasn't...

Being in the bottom two isn't bad it just means that once you didn't sing well--you have "off" days too!!!

And also haven't you fought over something with your sibling before?
He fought for a turkey sandwitch...
And anyway...
At least Ruben wasen't a mascot at age 5.

Or at least Ruben doesn't twich his eyes or do the hip thing!

Got Milk:):)TTYL

ruben is just another regular southern baptist church singer,,,we have plenty of those already out there,,he is a nice fat jolly guy but his talent isnt anything unique,,,same ole same ole,,,,you all need to get the wax out of your ears to have heard who the best voice was in the competition,,,had nothing to do with being big happy jolly guy,,,TALENT you idiots.....

AT LEAST CLAY SEMI-MOVES ON STAGE!! RUBEN DOESN'T BUDGE!! HE JUST STANDS THERE ARMS BY HIS SIDE AND HIS BIG OLE TOUNGE HANGING OUT!!

I say we all gang up on Justin...don't like that kid. Charles Grigsby was better than Justin.

yeahyeah,
You sound like someone who thinks he knows what he's saying but in actual fact is just displaying your ignorance. Why don't you just shut up and go listen to the trash you've been used to.

yeahyeah,
You sound like someone who thinks he knows what he's saying but in actual fact is just displaying your ignorance. Why don't you just shut up and go listen to the trash you've been used to?

I not only think ruben is the american idol but i would go as far as saying i have a lil crush on him. I think he is sooooo cute and adorable and sings like a professional. Go ruben Go...ps. i even named my dog after ruben.....but i must admitt my dog gives ruben a run...lol

Laura:

Ruben does not have a big touge---and if he does he couldn't help it.
I mean was it his choice to have a big touge!
Ruben is cuter than you at least!

Clay budges way to much--i.e disco theme--he looked like a dork!

Hey Got Milk, next time you post something so brilliant, why don't you read it or at least use your seemingly empty head to check it? touge? budges? what is wrong with you? its TOUNGE. and i have no idea what you were trying to say when you said "budges". you make no sense. like most ruben fans.

hahahah got milk ur dumb

Actuall, Spellchecker, it's TONGUE, not TOUNGE.

Rubens' single is really nice...sounds good with all the music and backupsingers... but the way he sang Luther Vandross' "Superstar" is the umumumum...Work it Ruben, show them what you got!!!

I do believe that there are some "Haters" out there...I admit Clay has a good voice, but no stage presence. He looked like the "dork" on MAD Magazine until the makeover. He would appeal to the Las Vegas crowd and yuppies to a certain degree, but Ruben is smooth, and his voice says it all. His appeal reaches the masses, the color line disappeared for most... and all they heard was the sound. Life has it's many twists and turns, but I am sure that Clay will be alright...He has many women wanting him to sing to them and may even have a few guys too, but America voted...Ruben won, let him wear his title, produce the sounds we want to hear, and you" HATERS"...Please grow up and get a life...I didn't see any of you out there vieing for the title! Laura and Lauren.. this is especially for you

What happened to this group? Every one used to be so nice and cool. This is a group built on supporting Ruben, not one where we all exchange hateful comments about two wonderful Christian men who were the winners of American Idol. They are good friends... why all of this badmouthing?

To compare them is like comparing apples and oranges. Two completely different styles. Two different audiences. It's like comparing Michael Jordan to John Elway. You can't . They both excel in their prospective areas of the music world.

Please, if you don't have something nice to say, then keep it to yourself.

Shelly

ACTUALLY WHATTHE?? IT IS TOUNGE!!!!! DON'T YOU FEEL STUPID?!

actually i think clay did look like a giant geek until the makeover

actually it is TONGUE, go check the dictionary, Laura instead of blasting your head off.

Well, I guess this is a list of non-knowing listners. Were any of you actually watching the show. Rubin was a less than perfect Luther imitation. At least Clay was original.

Well, we'll see who wins where it counts . . .at the record counter.

:P

I just can’t understand what you sniveling idiots are still doing in this mind-numbing, senseless location that you call a chat room anyway. American Idol was over months ago and frankly no one gives a shit about it anymore but a bunch of low class, non working, (obviously) ignorant fools such as yourselves. I just happened to stumble in here (unfortunately) and read a few statements and I see many of you people are unaware of how dumb you really are. Who even gives a rats ass how you spell the word that describes a fleshy movable process on the floor of your mouth??? I have to say however Gotmilk is really a worthless speller. And the rest of you are pretty sad too. According to Webster’s Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary, the correct spelling is TONGUE. But I will quote myself from before when I ran upon this miserable juvenile chat room, “this is about as fun as picking the corn out of my doo-doo.”

Ruben

you are AWESOME!

Ruben is my love...he sings with his heart and has such a vibe that makes everyone feel happy and comfortable! His light shines throughout his presence and has an amazing personality.

Ruben has such a vibe that shines throughout everyone around him! He has an awesome personality and is full of joy and happiness! i am so glad he won! and I LOVE RUBEN....he is my lover

All I have to say is that Ruben is all mine!!...lol But I am so glad that Ruben won! He is the bomb and it would have been a lot of unhappy people if he would have lost. He sings with so passion that he everytime I listen to his songs, chills run through my body! I love Ruben and it is us as fans who have to make sure that he stays on the top of the charts so if you don't' have the singles, get them and call your radio stations and request the song, "Flying Without Wings" We love the velvet teddy bear

I love your site! I'm so glad Ruben won!!! Please go to my American Idol Season 2 site(http://www.geocities.com/americanidolseason2/enter.html) it's not done yet, but still has a lot!

omgosh k i dont want to sound obsessed but it may but im really not obsessed i just think ruben seems like such a nice funny all around guy!! i was watchin oprah w/ my friend jordan(fan of clay but loves ruben still) and cailey.. (big fans of ameican idol) anyways... ok and he seemed like such a nice guy on oprah and i luv when he sings flyin w/out wings its such a pretty song!! but i thought it was so cute when ruben was like tearin when he won and was singin! awww ok well im gonna go i luv ruben! haha bye!
~aNitA

The real spelling is:

Toge--not Tongue

You stupid immature people suck
hehehe
I'm so funny...lol lol lol lol lol

Even D,
Who's the stupid immature person here? The correct spelling is TONGUE. Go look up a dictionary or if you are really stupid to locate one just go to www.dictionary.com and check it up. MORON!

Who gives a rats ass about Ruben or American idol.
I ran across this sight--unfortanatly--
Awful sight
You losers are so stupid,
fighting over how to spell tongue...on Rubens fan club sight-- get a brain!!!!
So shut up the show is over...losers

This makes me laugh..This Ruben board is pink... hahaha

clay aikens single is number one on the billboard hot one hundred chart.....rubens is number two...hm...america certainly is showing who the real american idol is...and you can't argue with the facts

i love ruuuuuuuuubbannnnnn

Ruben rocks clay sucks!!!!!!!!! he lookes like a rat ruben is a teddy bear

OMG RUBAN!!!! U R THE CUTEST GUY.. I LOVE U SO MUCH N I AM SOO HAPPY U R THE AMERICAN IDOL...KEEP SMILING:):):):)..U HAVE THE GREATEST VOICE N IM GONNA SUPPORT U THE WHOLE WAY, N BUY UR C.D'S N EVERYTHING OKAY!!!! I LUV U BYE!!!!;):):):D*205*.........

p.s. dont eva give up, keep going the whole way!!!!

if u r going to say bad stuff about ruban on his site than dont say n e thing at all cuz no one really cares keep it to urself cuz everyone thinks that RUBAN is the BEST!!!!:D so u just shut up n dont leave rude messages..okay!

Ruben is the best, I cant get enough of his beautiful voice. I thought he deserved to win ever since I first heard him. I was horrified when he was in the bottom group in the top five. I love RUUUUUUBEN!!!

Rueben was the best choice for the American Idol. Everyone loves his voice, it sent chills through you. Clay has a good voice too, but not one everyone will listen to. Rueben was also very genuine throughout the whole competition, he didn't have to change his style, or his clothes, or his hair, he was just Rueben. The best man did win, and it was Rueben, and may God bless him to stay the way he is, and love Clay as a friend.

I don't understand anyone who says they "stumbled onto" or "came across" this site and thought it was stupid or mindless. How did you do that? The only way to find a Ruben Studdard site is to look up Ruben Studdard and search for websites about him. So I have no idea what you're talking about.

To all those who talk about how Clay was cheated, then why are you on this website? Why do you feel like you need to insult Ruben or make false accusations about how the voting was "fixed". Do you think that it will make Clay win? I respect your opinions but not the insults that I've seen. I've nothing against Clay, he was a good singer, but I believe that the right person was chosen and I don't think the voting was "fixed".

You gotta admit how stupid you people are to still be posting your comments about a show that is months over. This is my first time posting, and it will be my last...you would think you people have something better to do than sit on your ass and type letters to Ruben..P.S Ruben will never read these...anyway, like I was saying, Ruben knows how obsessed you are, and how much you like him so...YOU DON'T HAVE TO SAY IT 656 TIMES!
c ya suckers!

Linda:
For the sites sake spell Ruben's name right!!!!
It is not Rueben, or Rubin, or Ruban...
It is the good ol' Ruben.

You would think you would have picked up on the spelling...With the 650 comments before you....but no! Stupid...Spellchecker Spellchecker

american_idol_sux,
your just gay and have nothing else to talk about so you have to cut down other people to make yourself look good.. Ruban is the best and you know it... Your just stupid!

Cassi,
Do you even know what gay means?
He is not gay... get a life+a brain.
Because a...
Life+brain=is something you don't have!!!!!

hmm...clay is still outselling ruben...coincidence? i think not

i luvvvv ruben soooo much! hes da velvet teddy bear! i can't believe his singles not doin as good as clayz...that suckz...o well rubenz still awsome

Hey Ruben .... i saw you on BET Awards show the other night. & your're just fitting right in with the stars. I wish you all the happiness in the world. & DON'T change!!

watup i luv ruuuben that is my husband i love him and ladies don't hate haha 205

Does anyone know how I can get backstage passes to the American Idol concert, in St. Louis, MO on Augest 17, 2003??????

I WANT THEM SO BADLY

Hey yall. Well Iim from Oklahoma, and I watched american Idol all the time,when he came on. I think he is so cute and that is my future "baby daddy" dont hate ladies.. lol naw but I think he is very good and I give him all the props and thumbs up in anything he does in his life from now on.!!!

I THINK RUBEN IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR AN AMERICA IDOL BECAUSE HES DOWN TO EARTH HE SEEMS NICE AND HE IS VERY HANDSOME I JUST WANT TO HUGG HIM HES LIKE A BIG TEDDY BEAR AND WHAT I SEE OF HIM SO FAR I LIKE HE SEEMS LIKE A WONDERFUL PERSON YOU GO BOY CONGRATS I HOPE YOU LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF BEING A STAR

hey guys its been over 2 months since i've been here its changed

A_I_S: I remember when u first got her everyone hated u and now...they all luv u
not ur everyones dawggg including mine
GotMilk: U were my bud I had to always capitolize my I's
SatinGirl: I didnt even noe wat u looked like but i kinda had a crush

Groovy Mom: without you we wouldnt even be here or meet each other and thank you so much

Thanks guys for everything and i felt proud that all these people supported ruben

i was the first to make a post just minutes after ruben won now i hav his CD i just wanna thank you all

Once again for the last time....Ruben......................Ruben...UR A BIG MAN WITH A BIG HEART

~pat~ o ya if u wanna IM me on AIM my screename is QBYboy11 and on July 30 it will change to QMSboy12

Clay out-sang Ruben night after night. Is it just me, or does Ruben always have something stuck in his throat? And last but not least, singing in key has always been a preference of mine... hint hint Ruben. Maybe that's why Clay's single crushed Ruben's on the charts...

Ruben est. time around 1-2 years he sucks BUt *OMG* he is so nice and cute. what does that i have to do with singing, ruben deserves to be singing in a church and that's it

I am really glad to see that Rubin has won American Idol. I truly believe that he is a great singer and deserves everything that God sends his way. I understand that people are entitled to their own opinions but right about know it really does not matter what anybody thinks, because Rubin is and will always be the 2003 American Idol. No matter what anybody says or tries to make up to down play or make Rubin look bad he will always shine. I love Rubin's voice and his humble ways. It just really makes me mad to see that people are hating off of a BLACK MANS takent! no matter how much people try to put us down, African Americans always pull through in the end. Gooooo Rubin and keep doing what you do!

Jennifer Landrum
Mobile, Al. (251)

hey omg!! second time posting somin!! BUT I JUST WANT U ALL TO KNOW JULY 9 I WAS AT THE UNITED CENTER (IN CASE YALL DONT KNOW THATS IN CHITOWN MY HOME TOWN) BUT ANYWAYS AND RUBEN WAS THERE HE WAS GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUT I WAS OUTSIDE AND THEN ALL THE SUDDEN MY FRIEND JORDAN GOES "OMG YOU GUYS THATS RUBENS MOM" AND ALL THE SUDDEN WE LOOK OVER AND IT IS!!! OMG IT WAS SO EXCITIN!!! UHHH I HAVE A PIC W/ HER AND EVERYTHING w0w!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! later yall I LOVE RUBEN STUDDARD!!!!!!!!!!!!! BY THE WAY HE HAS A GREAT NEW SONG COMIN OUT ON HIS NEW ALBUM!! C YA x0x0~*bYe
~~{{aNitA}}~~

OMG SHUT UP!!!!
Who gives if you saw his mom.
OMG SHUT UP!!!!

just cuz ur jealous.. w0w u cant just be happy for me.. w0w thats kinda sad... its kinda dumb how ur like fightin.. this is a ruben thing... ur not supposed to be mean... sry

aNita:
Congrats on seeing his mom!
I would be crazy if i saw HER.

Laserjet:
You shut your mouth
p.s. What a stupid name!!!!

thank you Got Milk!!

U SUCK BUTT

help ruben be #1 on mtv(trl),bet(106 and park),radio stations!

I LOVE Ruben and couldn't be more happier that he won. However, I live in North Carolina and here every since the winner has been annonced they have ignored the fact that Ruben won and have based everything around Clay. You hardly ever see anything about Ruben on the t.v. They even announce the American Idol tour that is coming to the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina as featuring Clay Aiken. And so they say that they are supporting him because he is from North Carolina but I feel that it is more of a black and white thing. They just can't believe that a black man won something as big as American Idol over a white man. I feel that Ruben is being done an injustice because he won fair and square and that is all the more reason for us to go out and buy his CDs from the store instead of bootleg and show support for him in spite of the lack of publicity from the media.

ruben is great, hes not my favorite but he has a great voice.

AMERICAN IDOL ROX

205 Flava's Response to the lawsuit filed by Ruben Studdard and 19 Entertainment

205 Flava Inc
1144 11th Ave. South
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: (205) 322-0205

For Immediate Release

"The Truth About Your American Idol"

Most of you are aware that on May 21, 2003 Ruben Studdard was chosen as the American Idol. Since becoming the American Idol, he has been a figure in American pop culture. The 205 Flava Inc. clothing company was significant in creating the image that help to propell him as a pop icon by creating the unique urban apparel that he wore on the show. The jersey's worn by Studdard were part of his unforgetable image. It is my opinion that without the jerseys, he would have been just another black, fat kid from Alabama with the hopes of becoming a popstar. In a series of media stories, The Studdard camp has attack 205 flava camp by denouncing his association with the company and saying that "205 flava is not what he is about", and making it appear that he was somehow wronged during his journey to becoming the America Idol. These statments caused a shift in sales for the company and through creative marketing we were able to rebound from those statements. Now the media is again attacking 205 flava that Ruben is sueing the company for slander and misrepresentation of his his image. Ruben is a new comer to the game, we have other top notch, REAL celebrities that endorse and wear the 205 flava merchandise. All of these negative statements about 205 flava are untrue. The truth of the matter is that the so called "velvet teddy bear" is really a money hungry
grizzly bear.

1. 205 flava gave him all those jersey's a goodwill gesture to support his efforts, basically one homeboy looking out for another in this industry.

2. Both 205flava and Ruben benefited from the the images of the jersey being seen each week on the Fox reality show.

3. 205 Flava and Ruben never had a contractual agreement for anything, again it was just a situation of someone helping a brother out.

4. Ruben is now worth millions and 205 flava is still trying to make it as a clothing company in it's first year of business, the revenue that 205 flava has cannot at this moment compare to what Ruben is worth.

5. Ruben won on May 21, 2003 and within weeks his new managment created contracts that would be worth millions for him to continue wearing the 205 flava product, at that stage the company wasn't worth millions, the propoganda of show business created a money hungry situation were as everyone on the management end wanted a cut, putting Ruben in the middle of this media battle with 205 Flava.

6. He prevented the 205 flava camp from appearing on the Oprah Winfrey Show in June, after Oprah producers had contacted 205 Flava

7. He removed all images of 205 Flava from the "Flying Without Wings" music video.

8. Bottom line the Studdard Camp turned it's back on Birmingham and it's fans for $$$$$$$$$$$.

In closing I would like to say one thing you can listen to the media hype about Ruben and 205 Flava or you can hear it from a insider's perspective. Up until now I was very supportive of Ruben's career, even purchased his CD single on the day it released. However, Im not so sure I will continue supporting someone who allows "show biz" to create drama that keeps him in the media and allow him to turn his back on his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama for the sake of $$$. You never hear anything negative about Kelly Clarkston and Texas!!See his fans supported him during his journey by wearing 205 flava shirts, that was their only connection to him. Birmingham as a city came together through all it's past stereotypes by wearing the 205 merchandise, having Ruben parties, and making endless phone calls to help him win and now he's taken all that away from us. Everyone in Birmingham is torn by the media hype. This once in a lifetime window of opportunity for Birmingham to have the spotlight shining on our city has been tarnished by propoganda and greed.

Personally I will NOT be supporting Ruben Studdard's career, his album sales, concerts or anything of his likeness. I've had the opportunity of meeting him and doing promos during American Idol finals, he's not what you think he is! If any of you know the truth then you'd understand. As for 205 flava, they have given people the opportunity for growth in their professional careers, by hiring designers, models, workers, etc. they have contributed more to the Birmingham economy than Ruben has at this point. Plus there is more to come, just keep watching the news. Again, before you purchase a record, or continue to put people on pedistals make sure you understand that the person you see on TV is not always the real person and that's the reality of reality TV!! Please forward this to all your contacts so that they can understand the truth behind all this HYPE!!!

Perry D. Varner-Fashion Director for 205 Flava Inc.

Too all pion's who are bashing ruben,you are wasting your time and enerey becauseeeee,ruben is on his wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyy being black an fat is not stopping him from being a success in the music industry.There are many people in the industry of music that can't sing or dance. Some of the video's that are shown are stupid,I don't see how anyone can talk about ruben or clay they are talented and very relaxing and they make you smile.

hey yall! Ummm...first I'd like to say that I totally think Ruben is very talented...but. LoL, there's always a "but". I believe that Clay is EXTREMELY talented and deserved to win AI2. But that's over and done with, no biggie. But, Clay is winning on the charts....10 straight weeks at #1, and that's only his single!!!! Ruben's been at #3 for 10 weeks, not bad. But Clay overall is winning, I can't wait till Clay's video is put on TRL, he's gonna get to #1 on there sooo fast!!! hehe....I can't wait. Oh, and as for all yall who think he's gay, you must not of read Rolling Stone because he said "Most people look at me and think I must be a womanizer or gay, and since im neither people are worried about me"....hmm, what does that tell you? Why do you all assume he must be gay? Because he's a white skinny boy who can sing good? And may be a little feminine? Who cares??? Even if he was gay, is that any of yall's business? NO! well, I'm done! lol.....ttyl!

RUEBEN DESERVED TO WIN AI2 BECAUSE HE CAN PUT CHILLS DOWN YOUR SPINE! I WENT TO SEE HIM IN BIRMINGHAM ALONG WITH OTHER IDOLS ON 8-15-03 & HE WAS EVEN BETTER IN PERSON!!!!!! THE CONCERT WAS AWESOME & HE WAS EVEN BETTER! GO RUEBEN GO!!!!!!!!

I saw Ruben Studdard in St.Louis, Missouri ! HE WAS ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING SINGERS TO EVER WALK THE PLANET! So to all the people who did not get to see him in person, you are missing out on a amazing person who rocks the stage. It was awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! C U LATER

hmm...yall have your own opinions and that's fine, I just personally don't think Ruben deserved to win. Granted he is a great singer, I believe Clay is AMAZING. hehe. Well, also I did see the Idols in concert to and that song Ruben sang was lame, it wasn't showing his voice at all. It was almost an attempt at rapping. I personally think it sucked and he can do alot better. I did however like his performance of Flying Without Wings, I thought that was really good. But Clay stole the night in my opinion, he was truly amazing. He took my breath away. ^sigh^. I wish I was still there. When he sand This Is The Night, my heart just melted. And Invisible was sooo adorable and cute! lol. I'm rambling. Oops. Well, I do like Ruben to a certain extent, meaning, I like some stuff he sings. However I don't think I'll buy his album....instead, maybe I'll buy 2 of Clay's! hehe....

Also yall, why is everyone on this board bashing? I don't understand it! Seriously. Share opinions, what's the need for cursing and name-calling? Yeah, it's looked real highly upon....not! Yall sound like a bunch of 11 year olds or something. Can't we just be mature? And who are yall to make fun of Ruben's weight or Clay's dorkiness? I mean, so he's a big guy. It's one thing to be concerned about his health....it's another thing to make fun of it, I mean seriously people! And Clay? What is that? Honestly, so what if he was a dork? Does that make him any lesser of a person? NO! But look at them, they are both doing great. I mean, Clay's single has been #1 on sales charts for like 11 weeks straight! WOW! And he didn't even win! It's amazing, and for anyone to criticize these two young men based on appearance is just ignorant. Let's see where they are 10 years from now. I predict Ruben will be singing some Disney songs or something like that. Clay I think will be sort of like how Barry Manilow was with his career. He was a huge hit and still is! Clay will have adoring fans who swoon after him 10 years to come! I'll be one of them! hehe. Well, I'm anxious to see how their career's continue! I know I'll be watching!

Dear, jullie, I bet you in 10 yrs ruben will not be singing disney songs that was real cute do'nt forget you're cookie.

"do'nt forget you're cookie.".....umm...not quite sure what that means. You're entitled to your opinion, and I'm entitled to mine. I'm not sure if you were trying to be smart or what. I really have no clue what you meant by that. But oh-well. And I wasn't trying to be cute, I was simply stating my opinion. Thanks.

Jullie,true we all have our opinions,but saying ruben will be singing songs for disney is a joke, that's more you all's style.

yes we do have our own opinions, and believe me I have heard many people who agree w/ me. And honestly, I don't care if you agree or not. And saying he'll be singing songs for Disney is not a joke, it once again, is my OPINION! You don't see me saying your opinions are a joke, that's right because I'm not! And what do you mean by "that more you all's style"....yeah, I'm clueless as to what that means. Are you talking about Clay? Because last I checked, he was selling more singles than Ruben. Again, not that I don't like Ruben, because I do! That's the thing you're not getting, I like Ruben! But, I love Clay. And also, I have nothing against Ruben, I mean, did I ever say him singing songs for Disney would be bad? No! I mean Christina Aguilera did a song for Mulan *DISNEY*....I never said it was bad. Maybe you should think about that.

This is my last comment to you jullie. You and your's are not in the music business therefore, YOU AND YOUR'S are not qualified to predict the future.Whether you like ruben and love clay is not the point,you're saying clay is out selling ruben in records sales we all know that,but that's NOTHING NEW,if you get my drift, THINK ABOUT IT.

Well, first of all, my name is not Jullie, its Jillie.....wow! And second of all, I can predict whatever I want! It's a free country, that's the beauty of living in the USA. Thanks! And, we'll all entitled to our own opinion....wow, I love free speech. It seems like you're a bit defensive of Ruben. If you didn't clearly hear me state, I like him and I wish him much luck in the future. Also, I don't think singing songs for Disney would be bad! I mean, seriously....think about it, because if you were so "qualified" in the music business you would know that. And again, I'll predict whatever I like, thanks again!

WOW JILLIE I really did'nt want to post another comment to you but I have to say this,It seems to me you're like the POT CALLING THE KETTLE BLACK.Being that you are defensive of clay, as I said in my previous comment we know why clay is in lead.I agree with you about your being free. GOD BLESS THE U.S.A. I promise I will not post another comment to you.

Well Well, if you didn't want to post another comment, then why did you? Seeing as how you barely said anything in that message. Well, you're missing something here, I'm not getting defensive and saying you're wrong, which is exactly what you were doing to me. I'm ALLLL about opinions, I think they're great....however I'm not all about someone telling another person their opinion is wrong, which is what you did when I said the thing about Disney songs. "that's a joke".....I mean, seriously? Oh-well, I guess some people never learn.
Bye Bye

Hey Jillie, I really really didn't want to post another comment, but you and me should go out sometime? Ya Know! I was wonderin' where you lived and what not? Post next if you want to...mabye dinner and a movie, as a movie: (from Justin to Kelly) would rock! I never meant to get mad at you, please forgive me.

JILLIE, I just recieved an email which I did'nt send to you I promised I would'nt post another comment and I did'nt. whoever sent you that email is trying to start trouble between you and me. Again I did'nt send that email to you.

ohh, I was gonna say that was a weird post. LoL....okay no biggie. well, ttyl!

I just want to say to Ruben if you ever get a chance to read this...That you are soooo handsome!!!! I really truly mean that! Your voice is sooo AMAZING. You bring tears to my eyes...every time I hear you sing. Your smile is so beautiful! You seem as though you have a wonderful personality. I am an inspired contemporary gospel singer, and my family, and freinds all tell me to go audition for American Idol. I really feel when the Lord says move then....I'm moving!!! I'm working on a CD now, and you are one of my inspirations...a young african american getting his dream on national television...it must be a the most wonderful feeling..... well God bless you, and look up, and stay encouraged Ruben. Much Luv....Margaret.

RUBEN I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!! MY GRANDATHER SAID THAT YOU SUNG WITH HIM HIS NAME IS CLYDE HENRY LANE. IT NICE TO SEE YOU SINGING SO BEAUTIFULLY. LUV YA.

Gosh Reuben Studdard is so hot, he is so fine, gosh I wish he waz mine. I mean his body is so hot, he looks so good!!!!!!!!!! His sexy, sweet voice is so nice, I love him so much, he is really what I am looking for in a man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Well I'm so glad that he won!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Because I voted for my baby all the way, 100%!!!!!!!!!! Well Gots 2 Go, But I Just wanted to tell Reuben That I Love Him More Than Anybody Else In The Wohole Wide World.

I guess you like being on top huh?

rubin is my favorite person on american idol. i love his song flying without wings. i think he should have been #1. he sings much better than clay. my whole family voted for him when he was on american idol. everytime he came on to sing my aunt and i ran to the living room to hear him sing.

I REALLY hate Ruben! He is such a loser! No wonder why Ruben was never on the cover of Teen People, they would have to take the picture of him from a mile away! Ruben CAN'T even get 1 single sold! And Clay's C.D. went Double Platinum! YAY! Ruben Sucks! Go Clay!!!

What on earth is going on? I love Ruban, Why does Clay have all these songs out and you hear all this talk about Clay & nothing about Rub, Where is Ruban????????

Simple, because he sucks. He thinks he's a thug now. Real hip-hop fans will not buy his album and by going the rap route he's alienating the fans he got on AI. He will bomb and bomb big.

Reuban u r the best! im sl0o0o0o0o glad u won!! im gonna get all ur cds & everything!! U R # !

GO 205!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey everyone. Ruben is the best and I am soooo glad he won. Not only can he sing but he has the spirit to be the next American Idol!! Maryland loves you. Go Ruben!!

I would like to book Rueben to sing at a wedding, how can I get it contact with him. I will pay for his flight and bodyguards....I want it to be a surprise for my daughter. We are both in love with his voice. Our true fan!

I am a big Clay fan and I just wanted to wish ruben and his fans luck on his new CD.

Hope you all went out and purchased the CD this is the only way for Ruben to get to the Top. Clay has his fans and rightly so but let's stop bickering and spend the cash to buy the CD and make Ruben who is really should be...An American Idol..Be blessed

Hey Ru
Just purchased 6 copies of your CD. It is fantastic! I don't care what anyone says, YOU ARE my American Idol. Congrats on the Grammy nomination. You will win, not even worried. Much success to you.

Hi... This is Eric. Dont nobody want Ruban.. Sike nawl. But I need some lyrics to his new CD, Soulful. If you get them (to ALL his songs) holla at me. erkesmart126@hotmail.com or darnellthe12see@yahoo.com

hey there ruban i bought your cd and i loved it, it's really off the chain, i think that you are going to be the next luther vandross that's how good you are.
love you alot , yolanda

Ruben I don't care what other people think or say you will always be my velvet teddy bear. I am tuned in to the tv/radio when ever you are on it. I bought your CD and I love it!! Most of the time I have your CD playing in the car and trying to promote sales for you all the time, my kids think I am crazy because I ask any and every one if they have bought it yet. I am so proud of you. Keep on trucking and making that good music.

hi rubben this is is Erica from tennessee. I'm just wanting to say is i love u very very very very very much.

I just want to know if i can be your wife if so call me at 865 5226623

I think Ruban is a very talented singer and he truly deserved the title of American Idol. The people picked talent over what people think an idol should look like. An idol is someone who people look up to for what they do, not what they look like.Now don't get me wrong, Ruban is a nice looking young man and he has a lot going for himself, and I pray that he continues to stay on the straight and narrow.I am from his hometown of Birmingham, Al and I can truly say that he is our American Idol and we love him dearly. Go RUBAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Go Ruben!!! You soooo deserved to win! You'll be my American idle forever! .... sorry 2004..... yo' that really touched me man, i wanna thank you for writin' that song 'n' keep it up yo'!

hey hjow are you doing today me just fine and decide to drop a few word down you aRE HANDSOME AND A TALENTED PERSON MAN SORRY 2004 YOU DID THAT GOOD SEE YOU LATER

Ruben I Love you very very very very very very much and I like to see you in person one day but i just want you to know i have both your CD got to go love you zani

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I love Ruben's work. He is very talented and I applaud him. For those who have it "twisted", Ruben is NOT a pop singer, he is a VOCALIST!!

I love rubin and i am so happy he won he is the best that is out there and that clay could not bet him cause clay sucks and i love rubin good job and good luck

Ruben............Just keep on entertaining with that voice and your talent will be endless.........Rueben fan forever!

Waz up RUBEN...... Just to say that U R A fantastic singer and Oh my god i love your CD you blew up that sing that Luther made you can almost sing better than him in his own song.

Hey Ruban, I'm Selah Simone...12, from Nassau Bahamas.I'm glad u won even though i'm not American. You deserved it and i love your singin even though it's time to give your title to someone else you'll always be the Best!

Yo yo yo Ruben,
It's Lil Rexia in da hizzy fo'shizzy
represezzin' da T Dot!
It was so breath takin' when y'all won.
I'm 11 from Canada,
phat luck on yo tour

ruben hater: you just wasted an entire board

....... Ruben was totali kewl, and clay was such a horrible singer
....... Especially in his "imagine something song

....... overall, Ruben Rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just love to hear you sing i listen to your cd everyday all night my birthday is in july 27 i will be 23year old will you be able to come to my birthday party at the pob

Ruban, you are a very nice, sweet, very cute young man. I love your music & you inspire that i can do about anything if I put my mind to it. As a 15yr old. Living in a small town (Guntersville)That I can do all things through christ who strengthen me.

I love you and keep on doing what you do!!!

I love you Ruban! You inspire me to go on with life and that if I have a dream or a talent that I want to saw I can do it if i put my mind to it. Keep on doing your best and makin good music and always put god first.

I love you 4 eva

Does anyone know who Rueben is currently touring with?

I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT RUBBAN IS SEXY AND I LOVE HIM MOST BECAUSE HE IS A BIG MAN AND I LIKE THAT I'M IN NORTH CAROLINA AND HE WILL BE HERE SUNDAY SO I HOPE THAT I GET MY EYES FULL OF HIM U KNOW WHAT I MEAN

I really love Ruben. I think he's one of the best around. I recently saw him in Baltimore on March 13 and the show was great. I just really hate how America is acting like Clay won the American Idol contest. It just proves that if they can change the votes for president they definetly can change who the winner of America Idol is. I love you Ruben, just keep on doing your thing.

isnt it lovely that america, i mean media producers have elected the current american idol, a token african american to satisfy the black community. Even though Clay sold three times as many albums as ruben, the results do not lie. What a bunch of cow manure. American idol is as fixed as american politics

Ruben is a very smart young man and I know he
is going places. He is grounded and he know that the Lord his the head of his life. As long as he keep the Lord the head of his life he will be ok.

April 11, 2004

Hi I reallylike Ruben!

Alll Ruben fans: This is to let you know you have an enemy who works as a production assistant at KRBE, the POP Radio Station in Houston. She has spread all over the Claymate internet message boards that the request line at KRBE is the place to call for Clay info and agenda information. Her name is AMY and she is doing this without the knowledge or permission of the management or on air staff of the station. She is doing this with the express intention of defaming Ruben and anyone else from American Idol but explicitly to make Ruben look bad.

Please call the KRBE Request line @713-390-5723
or the main number @ 713-954-2344 or fax the DJs your displeasure @ 713-954-2331.

Amy is a Claymate and posts all over the internet at all Claynation websites and uses her job at theis station to disseminate negative information about Ruben and to everyone to enhance Clays reputation.

Amy hides this from the management and staff and has been trouble for it before. She has recruited the receptionists to help her screen the negative phone calls from Ruben s fans. Be persistant, CALL and tel then what you think about this crap.

OK SORRY OTHER PAT! I'm the real pat here. Thats right.... my first post was Feburary 19, haha, it was the 19th post on this board. Many people posted here, it was amazing too! All the Ruben Fans and Haters come together. I supported Ruben since the beggining. I cant believe people are still posting. Its people like you guys above that are still keeping this site alive. Look above. See some of my posts. There were many leaders and people that were actually popular on this site, but the most popular were....

Me(PAT)- I would always say Ruben was a big man with a big heart. I was the first one to post here just 5 minutes after Ruben won! I really enjoyed it here.

Got_Milk- God man was he awesome- he would always tell me to capitolize my I's.... he was my bud though....

Satin_Girl- This is mauh girl here. I even had a lil crush on her....until I found out here actually age.... But I still think she is great!

American_Idol_Sux(A_I_S)-OMG! WHERE DO I START!!!! every one would argue, look up above, man was he hated by many people here. "The Critizizer" But he turned awesome....And even though he kept the name.... HE was still a dawg!!!!

Thats about it. I know theres many more, but ive run out of time. To other people, I will try my best to keep people posting on this site. It is a very awesome site. So tell ur friends and others to think of ways to get people to still post. U guys are all great. If you want to get in tough with me, keep posting!!!! or E-mail me @ QMSteen4@yahoo.com

THANK YOU ALL!!!!

~pat~

AND HOW COULD I FORGET!!!!

GROOVY MOM FOR STARTING THIS SITE!!!! LUV YA GURL!!!! PLLZZZZ IF UR READING THIS....E-MAIL ME!!!! I REALLY WANT TO TALK TO U! THANK U FOR STARTING THIS AMAZING SUCCESSFUL SITE!!!!

QMSteen4@yahoo.com!!!!

~pat~

ruben,me and my husband knew that you were a star when you first opened your mouth,you are truely a star.... all the way.... god bless always

What is the name of Ruben's record company in Birmingham, ALABAMA ???

The superior man loves his soul, the inferior man loves his property.

Yes,I think Rubban Studdard should be the next american Idol bacause he's a very awesome guy with alot of loving Songs for the special ladies.

http://www.ai3.musictoday.com

Thought I would share this. Dont really know what it is. But....maybe some of yall will know whats up

IM BACK\
go ruben
strong as eva
I've seen a decrease in his fan population
I like em
many don't though

To the "i" Pat--
first I'm a girl not a boy, lol:)
i loved your post

A_i_s-
COME BACK
you made the site

Erin--
GAWD I HAVE NOT SEEN U IN FOREVER\\
I MISS YOU
Didn't we have an awesome time at the concert!

Crispy 10--
i dunno

God Bless you Ruben--congrats--748 posts

EAT YOUR VEGGIES AND YOU WILL BE LIKE RUBEN

RUBENZ MUH MAN,HE OFF DA CHAIN!!!WELL I JUZ WANTED 2 TELL HIM KEEP DOIN HIZ THANG,CAUSE HE MUH AMERICAN IDOL,FOSHO!!!!HOLLA BACK AT ME.AIGHT!!!!DATZ MUH BIG VELVET TEDDY BEAR.MUCH LUV 2 YA RUBEN!!!!

so people....
this is quite stupid that, lets see...its september 7th
and the show was over way to long ago to still be responding
I am quite disapointed that u people dont have a life!!!!!
Do SOMETHING to occupy your young minds
other than talking about how great ruben was
its ANNNNNNNOYING
sooooo go ahead make fun of me
and tell me i suck ass or whatever you want
juust please for the love of RUBEN STUDDARD get a life!

I'm looking for a Ruben Fans. E-mail me.

I think Reuben is beutiful and sexy. My dream is to meet him one day. kEEP Your head up Reuben . I love you you are my hero

Rueben May God forever bless and keep you. You can really sing. I wish that you and Fantasia Barrino could do a song together. I love you and you are so handsome. You are America's teddy bear .com.
Love Mrs. Griffin