malikei0906 wrote:
Lil Rounds and Lanisha are the only two I can remember with a "sob story" and they both have talent. Their "sob story" lets you know them better IMO. If they make it to the top 12 or whatever you will be hearing the same thing or more. So whats the difference if you here it now or later?
EVERY episode has had one - last night was the guy who takes care of his mom, the first night was the blind guy...

Get to know them better? That can wait until the semi finals or the top 12 - so EVERYONE has the same shot. Wait until the talent has been shown, get them through Hollywood, THEN let us get to know who you've picked.