Top Ten 'Simon'isms' of 'Idol' 2008's Pre-Season

It seems poor Simon is losing his magic "mean" touch. During this season of auditions he seemed way less cranky. I lost count of how many times he told people 'I like you" before sending them packing. Was it all creative editing? Did the producers tone down cranky Simon of yore? I guess we will never know. He was, however, not without a few zingers this year. Here is my list of my top ten favorite Simon-isms from the cross-country auditions.

10. "My pen has got more charisma."
Said to 20-year-old Auburn, Alabama boy J.P. Tjelmeland who tried his luck auditioning for a second time. Two seasons ago, he was sitting two seats away from Carrie Underwood. Unfortunately, none of her star power rubbed off on him when he auditioned in Atlanta this season with "Me and My Gang" by Rascal Flatts.

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