David Archuleta scores a #2 Billboard hit with his first single "Crush."
American Idol runner up David Archuleta's new single, "Crush" debuted on this week's Billboard Hot 100 chart at #2. "Crush" is the highest ever debut for an "Idol" song not performed on the series. It is also the highest new entry for 2008. Archuleta lost to David Cook on American Idol, but he beats the Idol winner on the charts. Cook's single, "The Time of My Life" debuted at #3 on the Hot 100 back in May.…
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26 - DAFan
David has a fresh appeal and a talent that cannot be denied. I have been impressed with his growth as a person, and as an artist since his first Idol appearance. It’s good to see someone so young be given an opportunity to realize their dreams, and to have him be as down to earth, humble and as appreciative as his fans are of the success he’s attained. I look forward to buying his album, keeping tabs on his career, and getting to see him perform as a solo artist. WELL DONE David on a great year of surprises and successes - and here’s to many more of the same!
27 - joseph Phils
I didnt even know he had a single out till i heard it on the radio on my way home. It was easier on the ears compared to the gritty TOML. :) If he had sung more songs like this one he surely would have won AI. Still, like some people here said: Winning isn't everything. Archie has just proven that.
28 - morgan
David Archuleta is the real deal, an amazingly gifted young vocalist with no need of artifice or gimmickry to attract your interest, or to sell himself. His talent and success is creating unease in the hearts and minds of those other artists, and their fans, who know this kid has the goods... the beauty is he hasn't begun to scratch the surface, and he be one of the few ex Idol contestants to enjoy mega success. I've bought the video, and will buy his debut album when it's released.
29 - LK08
Crush is a great first song, and we look forward to many more coming from this incredible talent. The competition is over. Both Davids should be successful, and I wish them both the best.
30 - Bianca
oh DC rocks,the best ever american idol!having more sales than the 2 biggest idols!he is the best,face the truth people!