For the finals, American Idol debuted a new state-of-the-art set and stage on March 11, 2008, along with a new on-air look. David Cook's performance of "Billie Jean" on top-ten night was lauded by the judges, but provoked controversy when they apparently mistook the Chris Cornell arrangement to be David Cook's own even though the performance was introduced as Cornell's version. Cornell himself said he was 'flattered' and praised David Cook's performance. David Cook was taken to the hospital after the top-nine performance show due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. COUNT 7
QSN1 What song did David Cook sing on American Idol during the week of the top ten? ANS1 Billie Jean QSN2 Which American Idol contestant was hospitalized after singing during the week of the top nine? ANS2 David Cook QSN3 Who arranged the version of "Billie Jean" that David Cook performed on American Idol? ANS3 Chris Cornell QSN4 On what date did the American Idol finals begin? ANS4 March 11, 2008 QSN5 When did American Idol showcase a new set and stage? ANS5 March 11, 2008 QSN6 Which arrangement was used for Cook's version of Billie Jean? ANS6 Chris Cornell QSN7 Who was taken to the hospital after the top nine show? ANS7 David Cook