We asked, you voted. VFTW readers voted for the 20 American Idol performances that best embody the VFTW spirit. Whether you consider that the worst performances ever or the best performances ever, here's what you selected as the 20 most Vote for the Worst worthy Idol performances from seasons 1-9.

20. Danny Noriega - Tainted Love

Season seven of American Idol started out with a bunch of plants on Idol. But one contestant was unabashedly over the top. Danny Noriega had 2 mediocre performances, but then sashayed out with this VFTW gem that had us laughing and voting.