Being an 'American Idol' runner-up may not be so bad after all. David Archuleta has just scored a record deal with 19 Recordings/Jive Records and will potentially release his debut album this year!

Like finalists Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson, it would be no surprise if the 17-year-old crowd pleaser had a widely successful career despite losing to David Cook this season. "It was fascinating to watch David's journey through 'Idol,'" 19 Recordings founder Simon Fuller said. "He is a genuine pop star, and is a gifted singer."

Tonight is night where "The Davids" will battle it out for the top 'American Idol' spot. Will David Cook's rocker status win over America? Or will David Archuleta continue his flawless streak right up to the finale? AOL TV asked your favorite bloggers to weigh in on the competition. Read their arguments and decide for yourself before tonight's nail-biting performances.

It's a battle of the Davids in next week's finale of 'American Idol.' Last night, Syesha Mercado was sent packing (not a shocker), leaving David Cook and David Archuleta in the pit for the grand prize. While Syesha did her best to wow the fans, Paula Abdul predicted her fate on Tuesday when she said her performance of "Hit Me Up" wasn't "good enough to get into the finals."

Read fans' reactions to Syesha's elimination below, and stay tuned next week to see which David will be crowned No. 1.

Well, we're down to 'American Idol's' final four, and there just doesn't seem to be a way to stop golden child David Archuleta ... or is there? AOL TV came up with 10 smart (and funny) ways to take down the singing ace. David Cook, Jason Castro and Syesha Mercado better start taking notes.