Is it a cover song you’re looking for?
Oh, and by the way, can we discuss what was going on with Katy Perrys dad?
Im not here to judge anyones parents, but bro was wearing a chain and a leather hat.
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Thats becauseAmerican Idolis bizarre these days.
But tonight is the Top 24, or at least the first half of them.
And then theyll be narrowed down to start forming the Top 14.
But for now, lets discuss these solo performances.
Katy Perry gives astrangecritique, but ultimately the judges like what Dominique put out there.
I hope he pushes onward.
Layla Spring, A Broken Wing
Laylas already having the best week because she met Lauren Alaina via FaceTime.
Martinas voice is insanely full and powerful, and you dont come at Martina notes from below.
Theres also this strange thing that I get hung up on, which is the content of the song.
The judges love it, but guys.
So she tackles Call Me after a somewhat shaky performance of Bad Romance.
She comes on stage in this wild dress that looks like the scandalous 1800s.
But then she pulls her hair down, and its clear that girlfriend isnot done.
Vocally, the song is on point, and its so nice to see Catie continuing to absolutely dominate.
Dennis Lorenzo, Rude
Well, that was fine.
Would I say that its the strongest performance of the night?
But its charming and good enough that he should be fine for a week or so.
Theres not much from the performance that makes me want to rush and see if its available to download.
Dennis still has a bit of a way to go.
Michelle Sussett, If I Were a Boy
America loves a dancer!
Tackling Beyonce is bold, but the arrangement is clearly designed for a memorable performance.
And that red/black combo is incredible.
I want to see Michelle thrive…time will tell if she does.
Michael J. Woodard, Golden Slumbers
Well, damn.
Remember when Michael showed up and took everyone down a couple pegs by setting the bar so incredibly high.
Im not sure that this song was the one for it, but Trevor has a story to tell.
It provided a number of opportunities for his vocal gymnastics to take the lead.
I dont need to see him hold a girls hand.
Im happy to see Jonny simply be an incredible vocalist.
Im not sure if she accomplishes that, but Im obsessed with the gigantic hoop earrings shes sporting.
Does that make for a goodIdolvideo?
But its not sustainable on a single.
Brandon Diaz, Hello
Oh, here we go.
Brandons taking on the legendary hit, and hes going to essentially stay true to form.
And you know what?
Anyway, it all ends with thisverybizarre duet where Ryan Seacrest sings and Luke Bryan almost drops Katy Perry.
Gabby Barrett, My Church
That is a concert performance, yall.
She turned it up a notch, and if it were ending a concert, it would be perfect.
As anIdolperformance, it was a lot, but the thing is, Gabby is talented.
My Church isnt meant to be that complicated.
If you want to choose a slam dunk ballad, be obvious about it.
Someone screams out, Shes ready to roar!
and somehow this whole thing has turned into a Katy Perry wet dream.
Cade is good, yall.
We just need to be fine with Katy Perry passing out during it.
