There’s one every year: An “American Idol” contestant who dominates the show despite not really having a chance at the top prize. So instead of trying to think of more reasons why Sanjaya should be booted, we present 10 reasons (besides Howard Stern) why he’s gotten this far.

1. Every Season Has One
2. The Little Girls (and Grandmas) Understand
3. Stumbles by Other Contestants
4. He’s Got Style
5. The Media Circus
6. Burnout
7. The World Loves a Trainwreck
8. Pity, or Contrariness
9. The Coattail Effect
10. Sanjaya Figured It Out

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