Lets just be honest about last night: It wasntIdols strongest showing, but Im an optimist.
I want to see these guys RISE UP.
I also want to see Kellie Pickler because how much do you love her accent?
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Its meant to re-live the heyday of theIdolgreats.
And Benny and the Jets is practically Reinhart canon, so its a tall order for precious little Kory.
Koryneededa big moment to keep him in the race, and this was it.
But then theres Lee Jean.
Little, tiny, talented Lee Jean, who is only comfortable singing Ed Sheeran.
NEXT: Are you rushing or are you dragging?
How innovative would it be if the final winner ofAmerican Idolwas a white guy who can play guitar?
They tackled the last song David played on his season because of course they did.
Next to David, CJ had some trouble standing out.
It also didnt help that some of the notes are completely outside of CJs register.
The judges noted that in comparison to the first performances, it kind of dragged along.
Tell me how youfeel.
If this had been a Pokemon battle, the screen would have read:Manny used charm.
Without that passion, Manny would have been swallowed alive by Jordins sheer range.
I dont know if its the strongest duet, but it was one of Mannys best nights.
But I do think that Jenns voice could lend itself to a haunting version of this standard.
I love hot sauce, and I love ice cream, but together theyre pretty gross.
I dont remember that happening, but that seems to be the story.
Best Days of Your Life is one of Kellies most vocally demanding songs.
It also didnt help that Tristan was tasked with the lower part of the songs harmony.
Keith even questioned if she knew the song before the performance.
You are too much.
Olivia Rox, Light On
Rank:Third
Slate was cleared.
I washerefor Olivia Rox tonight, judgment free.
Im still going to make the argument that Olivia Rox soundednothinglike she did last night.
Tonight, that voice was pretty incredible.
), she can go a long way in the competition.
Once someone explains to me what a pocket is, I will probably agree.
In a word, its perfect.
The pairing of Adam and Haley, though?
It felt pretty similar to a middle school slow dance.
He looked incredibly uncomfortable the entire time.
Adam is a good singer, but that performance wasnt what it needed to be.
Imagine doing that for a moment.
Okay, lets move forward.
Higher Ground was a Chris DaughtryIdolclassic,so its wonderful hearing him take it on again.
She told him to calm down on the vibrato, and guess what?
He listened, and the performance was upsettingly wonderful.
And when youre already a strong contender, that can only bode well for your future.
Tough break for Shelbie Z.
