"Idol" is changing its tune...

Obviously "American Idol" puppet master Simon Fuller has realized the mediocrity of the "Idol" singles because he's trying something new this season.

"Idol" will have a songwriting contest in order to determine the top two's singles. There are no details on how the contest will work, but it will probably involve a viewer vote. There is also talk that some of the best songs could be featured in a special with former contestants.

Anything has to be better than the schmaltzy stuff we've been putting up with.

Cause at a "Moment Like This" you're "Flying Without Wings" and "I Believe" I want to be "Inside Your Heaven" so I can ask you the question "Do I Make You Proud?"