Guide Note

American Idol contestant Kristy Lee Cook performed the song "Anyway" on the April 8, 2008 episode of the hit televised singing competition.

Fast Facts

1. Contestant: Kristy Lee Cook
2. Performance date: April 8, 2008
3. Show: American Idol
4. Network: FOX
5. Season: 7
6. Song: "Anyway"
7. Original artist: Martina McBride
8. Songwriters: Martina McBride, Brad Warren, Brett Warren
9. Original album: Waking Up Laughing
10. Original release date: 2006
11. Theme night: Inspirational songs

• Randy: "There were a couple little pitch moments, but I liked that. Really good."

• Paula: "I think you should leave the pitch moments alone. I think you outdid yourself, this was your best by far. It's so easy singing songs that inspire you. I remember when Martina McBride sang this song on stage."

• Simon: "With a choice this broad you have an opportunity to show who you are as an artist and I thought you were very good indeed. You look like a star tonight Kristy. You're appealing to your audience. It was good."