With ABC and former contestants such as Corey Clark planning American Idol exposes, our lawyer-to-be, James, thought it'd be a good time to dig into the fine print of the Idol contracts and see just how the show was working to try to prevent future scandals. Thanks to his hard work, we're able to bring this peek into the dark side of the entertainment industry to you. These are the top five tidbits we found.

5. "I understand that by initialing here I am certifying that I have a clean record and that I've never been arrested for any crime whatsover. I further understand that any misrepresentations on my part are grounds for immediate disqualification from the show. (unless said misrepresentations improve ratings*)

*added 2005

4. Clay's contract: "I promise that I won't pull a fast one and try to get out of my idol contract."

Mario's contract: "I really, really promise that I won't pull a fast one and try to get out of my idol contract."

New standard contract: "I really, really, really, REALLY promise that I won't pull a fast one and try to get out of my idol contract. Cross my heart and hope to die, stick a needle in my eye."

3. "I undertand that membership in The Dawg Pound ("Dawg Pound") is compulsory for male contestants and that Randy Jackson, at his sole discretion, can extend offers to female contestants as he sees fit. I hereby release Fox from any and all liability arising from Title IX claims in this regard."

2. I agree that at the request of the producers I will perform at least three (3) songs by washed up singers that may or may not be present in the audience. Such acts may include but are not limited to Hall and Oates, Billy Ocean & Bonnie Tyler.

And, the number one change to the American Idol contract is:

1. "What happens in Paula's rec room, stays in Paula's rec room."