I loved Chris!! I was shocked as ever when I found out that he was the one leaving, but if you think about it, he's almost better off. He'd have to be under the AI status for a while and he's rock rock, you can tell, and AI doesnt seem to be like oh yeah thats how we're gonna be. He'll make it big on his own, I'm sure of it. But like I said, besides Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson, do you still hear things outta the winners from the other seasons?? I've heard more and seen more of the people who were kicked off right before the finale of each season. So, I was sad that he was the one to leave, but I believe it'll be easier for him to come across as who he really is.