With only four Idol hopefuls left, the competition is getting ugly. Literally. From Syesha Mercado’s teary make-up-running interview to Jason Castro’s dreads a’flyin’ rendition of “I Shot the Sheriff,” nearly everything about last night’s homage to the 500 songs that shaped rock (as deemed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) was in poor taste — special props to Paula Abdul for this gem: “I think your ‘Hungry Like the Wolf’ has left me with a big appetite.” For the night’s best moments, watch these quick clips:

5. Is Jason Castro trying to tell us something? Read his lips: “Don’t vote.” Or was that “Don’t toke”? Either way kids, this man is a walking lesson.

4. David Cook improves on his strategy for his first song (look wolf-like) for his second, “Baba O’Riley” (look sleepy).

3. Castro’s “stick with the Bobs” plan backfires when he forgets the words to “Mr. Tambourine Man.” At least he followed Dylan’s lead and slurred along.

2. Your probable next Idol’s hobbies including singing “Stand By Me” to his dog.

1. Syesha Mercado, the Rosa Parks of AI.