This week saw an emotional performance dedicated to a grandmother who is no longer here, a stunning Whitney Houston cover and a baker’s song that will leave you all in tears.
Global (14 March 2022) – American Idol, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returned on the 27th of February 2022, and we’ve got the second episode highlights for you!
The show has given a platform to artists like Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood and Jordin Sparks to shine, and this year, the singing competition show that started it all and created countless superstars began its historic 20th season! Yes, 20 years of American Idol.
And even though the series is not currently on South African television or streaming services, the American Idol YouTube channel is stepping up and bringing us so many highlights!
Check out the top 5 auditions from the third episode below:
Emotional Singer Dontrell Briggs Bares His SOUL To The Judges
Dontrell Briggs walks into the audition room ready to fulfill a lifelong dream in honor of his late godmother, Miss Betty. Lionel Richie is truly moved by his performance and the “soul-stirrer” snags a golden ticket to Hollywood. Hallelujah!
Tristen Gressett Proves He’s The Real Deal With Colors By Black Pumas
The judges have their work cut out with Tristen Gressett. He’s a one man band that literally does it all… just all at once. His first song has too many gimmicks and the judges give him a chance to reel it in.
Taniya Boatwright Inspired By Willie Spence To Audition
Taniya Boatwright has been singing her whole life but never thought someone that looked like her could make it. After seeing Willie Spence open up about his weight loss journey and share his talent last season, she was inspired to finally take the leap of faith.
Cadence Baker’s Cover Of Whitney Houston’s “I’m Your Baby Tonight” Is AMAZING!
Cadence wants to go beyond her family’s musical legacy — her grandfather Gary Baker wrote “I Swear,” and her father Shane Baker, a professional guitar player, accompanies her in front of the judges. After a standing ovation, Luke goes as far as to say she may be the winner after a stunning cover of Whitney Houston’s “I’m Your Baby Tonight”!
Sam Finelli Soars In Kacey Musgraves’ Rainbow For Stunning Performance
Sam Finelli is a megafan of American Idol. He loves it because it showcases people’s talent that you might not otherwise see on the surface. Sam has autism but he doesn’t like to focus on it because that’s only a small part of him. Music has always been his best friend and though he enjoys his job at the bakery, he hopes for more. Sam’s rendition of Kacey Musgraves’ “Rainbow” leaves the judges and him in tears.