american idol I’m back in Hollywood!host Ryan Seacrest We’ll be showing off new finds from the show at the start of the April 23rd episode. He revealed that the top 20 had his 33 million votes cast.
The first singer to enter the Top 20 in Season 21 was Zachariah SmithPrior to his performance, he revealed that his hometown in Mississippi had been devastated by a tornado that destroyed much of the town. foreigner’s “I want to know what love is” Lionel Richie Zachariah said it was “perfect song, perfect presentation”. Katy Perry He considers it “top 10 material.”
The next contestant to make the Top 20 is Matt WilsonHe delivers a dreamy rendition of “Say You Won’t Let Go.” James Arthur. Luke Bryan says it was a “great selection” for him. Lionel likes how Matt put “attitude” into his performance and how his family and children are involved in his vision of the future.
Nairya Serenity also ranked in the top 20. mother’s finest“I’m no astrologer, but I can find the stars if I look at them,” declares Luke. Katie points out that it’s time for the contestants to show who they are as artists. “You’re an artist at heart and that’s what sets you apart,” she tells her Nailyah.
Warren Pea It’s safe and in the top 20. Zach Williams“I love that you are real,” says Katie. She also thanks him for being vulnerable to the world.
Caeliyah swoon at her performance Lewis Capaldi A bruise on the piano. Katie admits that Kaeliya’s arrangement “had her punched in the face.” Luke believes this was a “breakout moment” for Kaela. Lionel wants to make one thing clear to Kayla. “You have a career.”
Mariah Faith Heading to the next round of the competition.She rocks out on stage and sings Solomon Burke “Cry to Me” Luke likes that Mariah is this season’s “soulful country singer.” Lionel calls the performance “an old song, a new school presentation”.
Iam Tonggi Officially in the Top 20!He captivates with unique and fresh spin-ons of ABBA “Winner takes it all.” His performance gets enthusiastic applause from the audience. “I think it’s called The I Am Tongi Show now.” She adds that what Iam is giving is to “transcend everything.” Luke tells the young singer, “God gave you magic.”
The singer from this first group only has three spots left in the top 20. Haven Madison Next top 20. Lena Crawford “Mean Girls.” Katy appreciates Haven picking songs she could have written. She notices a “sophisticated sparkle” coming through Haven. Luke tells Haven, “One of the best performances I’ve seen of her.”
Oliver Steele’s Then your name will be called. As it turns out, his beloved father has been hospitalized for the past few weeks and is currently on dialysis.Oliver really had a moment with his original song “Too Soon.” Luke says the performance was “10 out of 10”. Lionel raves that Oliver’s talent is on fire. Katy was shocked that this was the first time Oliver had performed an original song, saying he was “really great.”
The final contestants to reach the top 20 in this first group are: lucy love! this means Elise Christine, Emma Busseand PJAE Eliminated. Lucy decides to sing her wonderful original song “Boulders”. Lionel is almost speechless and stands on his feet. “I love how you attack,” Luke says. He tells Lucy that she “captured” his mind with her story. “The way it shows up tonight. It was tremendous,” he continues.
The next group of finalists sit on the couch and await their fate. The first of this group to enter the top 20 was Hannah Nikolaisen. Her rendition queens “Somebody to Love” is arguably her best performance. Luke kudos to her for branching out with this song choice, which she thinks Katy is on a “rocket ride” to stardom.
Olivia Soli ranked in the top 20, Celine Dion The atmosphere that accompanied her incredible performance of “I Surrender.” Lionel realizes that Olivia doesn’t need “her confidence boost”. Katy says that Olivia should keep singing Celine songs and she thinks she should “play power cards all the time.”
Marybeth Bird Entered the top 20 with the original song “People Pleaser”. Lionel affirms that it was the country singer’s “superstar material.” Luke admits he didn’t expect the performance to come and thinks the name Marybeth Byrd “sounds like a star.” Michael Williams He will debut a new look as he makes it into the top 20. Selena Gomez’s “I’ll lose you to love me.” Luke notes that Michael “looks like a million bucks” and “busted” his performance.
Paige Ann Ranked in the top 20 after being eliminated from the competition. very big worldShe is in tears by the end of her performance. Katie again admits she was wrong to eliminate her. .
Nutsa Marvel at her performance of ‘Un-break My Heart’ Toni Braxton“You’re the hardest working person I’ve met on this show,” says Lionel. “You are a force to be reckoned with.” Tyson Venegas Entered the top 20 and performed the original song “180”. Luke told Tyson that he was “talented far beyond your years.” Lionel was impressed with Tyson’s songwriting skills. “It was a very good song,” he says.
Megan Daniel Arashi enters Top 20 with terrific performance of “Holy Water” We the KingdomLuke is stunned by the performance. “It was the best performance you’ve seen this season,” he says. .
Colin Staff One of the last contestants to make the Top 20. He performs “Pretty Heart” Parker McCallumKatie admits she wants to push him out loud next time. “I know you have them,” she says. Luke tells Colin, “Give it to us.” “I believe you are a big star, but you need to understand that you are a big star.”
it depends on Dawson Wayne, Malik Hurd, We Aniand Elijah McCormickThe last singer to make it into the top 20 is… We Ani!She knocks her house down in her ‘Skyfall’ performance AdeleKatie is almost speechless. “I’m so shocked right now,” says Katie. Lionel tells Weh, “The amount of talent you have is undeniable.”
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