Is Chris Sligh the rumored curly-haired 'Idol' favorite ?

While I dont usually feel passionate about contests, I must say that I was AMAZED by Chris Sligh and found myself hoping, wishing and praying he wins. He brought tears to my eyes when he sang "The love of a woman" and my co-workers all love him too! We tried to call the idol line to place our vote for him, but couldn't get through. Keep up the good work Chris because you deserve to win!!

I rarely watch the entire season of AI - I usually just wait until the last few weeks. However, thanks to Chris, I am watching every episode that he will be performing. I had already fell in love with the freshness of his performance and looks before my daughter told me that he was a local boy. That just makes it more exciting - but I would have been a Chris fan even if he had been from Outer Mongolia. And Meggz, I totally agree that the "Chris's" are the best. I am a total "Daughtry" fan.

Chris, Mama D from Piedmont, SC has your back!

I've known Chris for over 10yrs now. We went to college together (PCC & BJU) and then to the same church for 4 yrs (NHCC). He is a great guy with a voice that can silence the crowd - I've seen him do it. God has blessed him with a great voice and a kickin personality. I already have 2 of his Christian CDs and will be looking for some of his secular ones when they hit. Yeah, I'm fan. Everyone here in SC is cheering you on Chris. Keep it real bro and stay humble. Oh, and keep the heat up on shallow Simon. You are already a winner in our eyes.

Go Chris! The Fro Patro has got your back!

Chris is going to be a big winner wether he is voted Idol or not. He's a rare bird. He has a charisma that hasn't been seen in a while besides being a great singer. I see future stardom for this funny and lovable talent. Personally I think runner up would be the best gift as he would have the offers and the freedom to pick and choose the best ones. He's an instant star in the making.

YAY CHRIS! Chris is from my town, Greenville, SC! We're all rooting for him here, not only because hes a hometown boy, but because he is absolutly amazing!!!! I believe he is the best male singer ever on Idol, except for Chris Daughtry last year. Two totally different singing types, but he is amazing! I love the Chris's. I will be voting every week for you Chris!!! GOOD LUCK!!!!!

When I heard the snippet that got him into the top 24, I thought to myself that he was Julliard good. When I heard him say "You're probably wondering why I called this meeting", he sounded so naturally witty that I found myself grinning from ear to ear. Then Simon said that he wasn't the best singer in the competition -- surely that was to fake him out! I'm a diehard Idol fan and have had my favorites (Bo, for example), but this guy's voice is positively haunting.

In my household, there has never been a clearly unanimous contestant like Chris Sligh. Last year, we were divided between Chris Daughtry and Katherine McPhee. Two years ago, grandma and our son were rooting for Bo, my wife wanted Carrie, and I was in the middle. But this year, it's unanimous. We're all pulling for Chris Sligh. There isn't a close second for us right now.

I also agree with the above comments, out of this years top 24, I think he is the only true standout and my favorite -- although I like the backup singer girl too. Chris is fun, a great singer and would make a great next AI. Go Chris!

When I saw this guy audtion I thought "WOW! He has a great presence. I bet he will win!" He is great on camera and has amazing confidence with out being cocky. My vote is for him, I'll buy his cd also.