But for the panting masses of "American Idol" fans who imagine winning and going to live happily ever after in Lotusland, the message couldn't be clearer.

Notable moments have included Robby joining in with a Russian dance troupe, meeting odd American Idol fans and exploring a bee farm without a protective suit.

One American Idol fan on MySpace claimed to be on a hunger strike until Malakar was voted off.

In 2008, Hamm wrote a song called "The Time of My Life" at the encouragement of his wife, Yolanda, an avid American Idol fan.

Praised by Simon Cowell for his "very, very good voice," Lewis went on to display an uninhibited stage personality that won the hearts of millions of Idol fans.

"American Idol" fans usually love their notes long, loud and high; that's how you can tell a singer is really good.

Johnice Cox, a legal assistant and an "Idol" fan in Los Angeles, said regional pride just wasn't as strong there.

For "American Idol" fans who imagine winning and going to Hollywood, the message is clear.

Attn: "American Idol" fans, and cc: your mom, grandma.

Christmas has come early this year for "American Idol" fans--specifically fans of "Idol's" reigning cutest couple, Haley Reinhart and her once-rumored sweetheart, Casey Abrams.