The ‘American Idol’ Judges Made Some Tough (& Surprising) Cuts in the Top 14
The American Idol judges had some tough decisions to make during the live Monday, April 21, episode. With 10 of the remaining 20 artists in danger of going home, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie had to choose four to move on and six to cut.
The contestants had one last chance to sway the judges with a live performance, and ultimately, Desmond Roberts, Josh King, Ché, and Amanda Barise were selected to move on. That meant that Baylee Littrell, Drew Ryn, Zaylie Windsor, Victor Solomon, Olivier Bergeron, and Isaiah Misailegalu were eliminated.
For the most part, I understand how the judges made their decisions. Amanda was a no-brainer. Although she’s not always my cup of tea, she is undoubtedly a powerhouse vocalist and strong singer. Meanwhile, Desmond Roberts gave his best performance of the season when he performed “Titanium” by David Guetta and Sia. He showed a different side of himself and the judges urged him to keep doing that going forward.
But I think the last two slots were a bit more up in the air, and I’m not sure if the judges made the right call.
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I do think that a lot of the eliminated contestants had weak moments this week. Baylee actually improved upon some of his other recent performances, but simply wasn’t up to snuff with the rest of the singers. Zaylie became one of my favorites during Hollywood Week, but her nerves continued to get the best of her, and it showed in her last two performances. I understand what Underwood saw in Olivier earlier this season, but he also struggled to keep the momentum. His story is endearing, but you have to deliver vocally, too, and there were simply singers who were better. Isaiah also wasn’t consistent enough for me and, while his “Samoan silk” voice is different, I don’t think he did enough to warrant advancing.
However, I have to say, Drew’s elimination surprised me. The judges confirmed to USA Today that they took the contestants’ “whole body of work” into consideration when making their decision.” While Drew’s performance on Monday wasn’t her best, she has proven to be one of the strongest vocalists throughout the season. I certainly don’t think Josh or Ché have outperformed her this season, by any means. With Victor, I don’t feel as passionately, but I do think he could’ve easily been swapped into one of the final spots over Josh or Ché.
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Either way, the choice has been made, and those four, along with Kolbi Jordan, Thunderstorm Artis, Filo, Mattie Pruitt, Jamal Roberts, Gabby Samone, Slater Nalley, John Foster, Canaan James Hill, and Breanna Nix, have made the top 14. They’ll hit the stage again on Sunday, April 27, to perform for viewer votes once more.
Do you think the judges made the right decision about who to put in the top 14? Was there anyone you think should’ve made it instead? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
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The judges totally missed it with Drew Ryn. It’s almost as if they were compelled to pick Che’. While he has a strong voice he is not the performer that Drew has shown to be. Vocally she is just as strong and should not have been cut before Che’.
Drew is by far a stronger vocalist and performer than Josh. Josh has a good personality but that does not equate to being a performer in my opinion.
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I totally agree with you!
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Agree! She was my fave from the beginning! The show let us down!
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Totally agree. Drew Ryan was robbed. Disappointed as I picked her as my winner.
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Agreed! I was a fan of Drew's from day one...she's definitely better than Josh
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I 100 agree. She's my favorite and has been since audition.
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Agree too.
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Agree! Drew was robbed. She should be in top 14. Definitely before the airport singer
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I agree and totally expected Drew to be in the top 3. She dressed and played the part of an entertainer very well with a voice to match.
With Che securing a slot in the top 14, maybe we need to think about changing the name from American Idol to just Idol.
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I agree. A big disappointment
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Agreed, Drew should have been placed into one of the four open spots. Although, her last performance wasn't her best one, Drew delivered consistently well throughout the previous weeks.
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I was very disappointed that Drew wasn’t picked. She was amazing, animated and SO talented. 🤩😳
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Drew should have been awarded a top 14 spot. While the principle of "body of work" might sound reasonable, trajectory also needs to come into play. Drew's performance and performance trend placed her, at least, equal to Amanda.
IMHO, Che and Josh don't add any entertainment value to future shows.
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Yes, Drew can really sing! The screaming has got to stop from other contestants! Please, just sing the song and skip the theatrics!
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Drew's voice is okay, but not spectacular!! I have not heard one contestant scream out his or her vocals. You may enjoy a particular sound is understandable, but to say that Drew should be in the top fourteen - dead wrong!
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I agree, she should have been picked instead of Josh, that's for sure. I think maybe they picked him because he always plays that harmonica. She 1000% has a better voice then them!!!!!!
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I think they made the best choices overall and they certainly know what they’re doing. I think that, while are all unique in their own way, the Superstar that shines most of all is Gabby Samone and would represent the best American Idol 2025.
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They missed the boat with Drew. Is Josh that airport singer fellow
who beat her? Awful song, boring delivery.
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I agree wholeheartedly! Josh’s song and delivery were horrible! Drew way outshined him! They were wrong picking Josh instead of Drew!
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Yeah, the airport singer had no rhythm either!! The way he was moving, (dancing?) So off beat. Strange!!
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Drew was my favorite female by far! It was a mistake letting her go. Jamal is obviously the winner. This has to be the worse Top 24 since Luke and Lionel have started. Not interested in watching the rest of the season but I hope Jamal wins!
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What? What American Idol television show are you watching? This is one of the best seasons in American Idol history. In addition, Drew's voice is barely comprehensible in comparison to the other contestants.
To state that "...Drew is the best female vocalist..." The audacity!! Her vocal range is minimal, and her voice is squeaky. Drew cannot sing better than Kolbi, Gabby, Amanda, etc...
You are being biased because you appreciate a particular sound of 🎶
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Victor Solomon should have been selected to top 14
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Kyana Fanene should have made it to the top 10. She has a strong beautiful voice
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DREW AND VICTOR SHOULD HAVE GONE INTO TOP 14. MKY WAS DESERVED OF A SPOT AS WELL. CHE IS A GREAT SINGER BUT LACKS SKILLS ON HOW TO BE A SHOWMAN. WAS THE BEST SEASON. THE VOICE WAS HAVING THE WORST SEASON EVER. MY PICK FOR THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL HAS TO BE JAMAL. HE HAS RISEN TO THE OCCASION WITH EACH PERFORMANCE. LUKE COMPLIMENTED JAMAL AFTER EACH PERFORMANCE AND ADMITTED HE COULD NOT TAKE HIS EYES OFF JAMAL AS HE PERFORMED EVERY SONG WITH SUCH PASSION. HE GAVE US EVERYTHING HE HAD IN HIS SOUL AND DESERVES TO WIN. I HOPE HE STAYS HUMBLE AND CONTINUES TO PUT HIS LITTLE GIRLS FIRST. AT ONLY 27, HE IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF WHAT DETERMINATION CAN BRING YOU. GO JAMAL. YOU GOT THIS.
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I don't watch this show. But, when I heard this guy (Jamal) sing "Liar and "Whiskey," I started recording this show. He's all over tiktok!
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I completely agree with you. I love Jamal he is a great singer.❤️
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In my opinion I have a lot of respect for all 3 judges but when it comes down to it last night’s cut was horrible. I am still seething mad that Amanda butchered Defying Gravity during her Showstopper. She should have been the first to go. Victoria should have stayed and Baylee. All in all, bad choices were made last night
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Baylee's voice wasn't strong enough.
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Marnie, your comment is 💯 percent accurate. It doesn't matter if the contestants belt out their vocals or sing softly - it's about singing with grace, fullness, goodness, and better than the rest. I am sorry to say, Baylee's vocals did not make the cut.
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I agree Baylee had the clearest voice of them all, and didn't feel the need to shout at full volume, which so many have been doing lately :( I had voted for him and Drew but oh well. Carrie showed that it can be done beautifully without turning the songs into a scratchy mess and I just hope they're doing something to make the shouting sound worse on TV to prevent people from recording the music, because those judges sure perk up at the worst, loudest shouts.
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I agree with the shouting comment, I dubbed that the bear trap because the it seemed like the way someone would yell with their foot caught in a trap
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Very upset that let Drew go like that, she did such an amazing performance, I’m also upset they didn’t select Zaylie, she has amazing vocals to.
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I HATE ZAYLIE'S VOCALS!!!! She should not have made it this far I would have voted for Drew over Zaylie.
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Zaylie had no stage presence whatsoever. Yes, she has a beautiful voice but in this competition, stage presence is also a MUST. I do 100% agree that Drew should also have been put in the top 14. Josh and Che, again, no stage presence. To be an entertainer, you have to be entertaing and neither of the two were entertaining throughout the entire competition. Drew... had the voice, stage presence, and was entertaining. She was the full package. I still think she will go far even though she was cut.
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Drew was one of the best performers and an amazing voice. I’m shocked the judges didn’t keep her
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I wish they had kept , she was my favorite .
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"Drew" Should have been in first one in! Judges just got that wrong!
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Drew absolutely should have been in the top 14! Josh & Che have talent but not the charisma needed. Drew draws you in with her vocal quality and mastery of her art.
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😂😂😂... I don't agree with this comment. Drew, she drew me away!
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Drew had my votes and a memorable voice and presence. She should have been selected to continue. I was surprised that she didn’t have enough votes to be in top 10.
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I think that drew and Isaiah should have made it
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Josh Foster is a winner. His songs resonate with people. I don’t like screamers. I want to hear the words.
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Josh is a winner for some, but not all. His songs of choice resonated with you. What you call screaming, I call it belting out with force, power, & strength - something that Josh cannot do without sounding like a howling animal. I want to hear a variation of music, song choices, & modulation in vocals. I am sorry to have to inform you that Josh should have been eliminated. 🎯
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I believe that Drew was a great choice and she should have moved forward. She has a powerful voice. Bad decision on the Judges.
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I agree that Amanda is not your "cup of tea.". She can sing but she is not an "American Idol" by any stretch. Drew should have had Amanda's spot. Drew is the whole package. Josh is so versatile. He is a talented instrumentalist, has amazing stage presence, can sing everything from ballads to up tempo songs. He has the charisma of an entertainer. As for Che, he is an incredible vocalist.. So. I would just swap Drew for Amanda and keep the others...
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Idolfan, oh, I understand now, you are comparing appearance between Drew & Amanda - that is rude but here goes.
First of all, Amanda and Drew are beautiful women, and they both have the "whole package" as you have stated. However, Amanda's vocals are phenomenal! Drew's vocals are minimal & subpar. She can never sing better than Amanda on a rainy day or weekend.
You may appreciate the size of Drew, but weight should not & does not make an American Idol - their voices is the primary focus on the show, and it should remain as such. ❤️🔥
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I think Carrie Underwood should not be a judge next season. The dongs of faith night was prejudicial to Christians and her comments after performances are sometimes cruel
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Well, you are entitled to your opinion. But here is mine.
Carrie is an outstanding judge and actually puts the focus on the contestants and not herself, unlike her predecessor Katy Perry. Don't get me wrong, I like Katy but her act on Idol did get a little tiring and the show needed a break from her antics.
And I have never heard Carrie say anything that was cruel.
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Kerry s****
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Josh should have never made it in the top 20...I don't care for Slater Nalley's voice...I would have eliminated those two along with the ones that were eliminated and kept Drew....Zaylie was one of my least favorite...I don't like her voice and she sang simple songs that did not show vocal range.
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This is the best comment!! 💯💯💯
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Desmond should have been picked for top 14. He was spectacular singing “Titanium.”
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He was a judges’ pick.
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Drew should have gone through, she is a powerhouse!
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I really don't like Idol anymore. They pick a winner and the one who wins you never hear from again. Not like when Kelly and Carrie won.
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You forgot about MKY. He was also.very talented and different.
He deserved to be in the top 20 with Drew. They got it wrong with Airport guy.
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Oh yes, Drew Ryn should have made it in the top 20, my personal opinion, but I'm really glad to see that Breanna Nix made it in, you go Breanna
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Victor Was Cheated, He Should Have Been Chosen
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Poor choice on the Judges part. What were they thinking. The remainder will be interesting for sure. Not totally done with Idol yet, but Close!
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For the most part, l feel the judges made the right decision. However, l was shocked Drew didn’t make it to the top 14. She has a very strong voice and has been consistent in her performance.
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Very surprised and saddened that Drew didn't make the top 14. I do think someone that knows talent sees her as a wonderful singer and makes her a star. Keep on doing what you do Drew!
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I think the judges picks were right on. They all HAVE TALENT. No one is better then the other. The music industry needs some switching up. I feel that's what the judges were aiming for and who had the confidence. I like Drew but I feel like she is what we have been already seeing. Music industry needs variety. She can still make her career in music if she wants!
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I was so upset and shocked. Drew was my favorite from day one.not sure why Lionel said she was theatrical. I felt she gave it her all every time. I felt the choice of whom were sent home were the weaker singers for sure But not Drew. There were a few the public choose could of went home. Too many gospel singers went thru like Conan.
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Drew should have made the top 14. However, she has a budding career in the early stages and has recorded several songs previously. You can find her on Spotify. She was also eliminated from The Voice when she was 14 years old and that didn't stop her. Her breakout is coming.
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Drew was totally overlooked by the judges. She had the whole package!Hopefully she will go on to have much success without American Idol.
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I love that they saved Josh King. He’s so talented and he is going to get better every week with the right song choices.
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Although Isaiah didnt have his best performance, I believe his beautiful voice deserved to be with the others. Definitely beats Che in my opinion.
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I agree with the fact they should have picked Drew! That was a high disappointment and I believe a big blunder on the judges part. Josh should've been gone a long time ago and I believe drew outshined both him and che
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I agree the judges do a great job, But I do have to say that I truly believed Drew would have been the first one saved to the top 14! I don’t think you have to be a screamer to be a good singer.
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You are correct, you don't have to belt out music loudly to be a great singer, but DREW IS NOT A GREAT SINGER! 💯
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I think American Idol has been over for a couple of years now. I tend to watch the beginning to see where they are taking the show each year and I find that it's just become fake. I don't think the Nalley boy can sing but I guess the Nalley car dealership in Georgia is what is keeping him on the show. He may have a place in the music industry as a writer but his singing is definitely not half as good as some of the people they sent home . I'm sure the story about his teacher's son helped to put him there, however, American Idol has lost its appeal. It's not genuine and a lot of good people have gone home in the past few years. Changing some aspects of the show could possibly make it better but it is so Disney and make believe . Canceling it would probably be the best thing it can do for itself.
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Agree I think Drew should have been in the top 14 she was one of my favorites and she is exceptionally talented
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I think Drew should have made the top 14. Absolutely love her voice way better than many others in the top!!!!!!
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Drew was definitely one of my favorites. She should have gone thru & been at least top five. What a shame. Give her a record contract!
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The judges made the wrong choices baylee littered deserves to be there he should not have been voited off please bring him back bad call on judges
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I believe the judges made the correct choice in eliminating Drew. Her voice is okay, but not spectacular. Yes, she is beautiful & I admire her, but her vocals are not superior - in comparison with the other contestants. Josh, should have been eliminated as well. His vocals are not in the same category as the other contestants. Yes, the judges made the correct decision to eliminate these two contestants.
Chè, yes, he should have been in the top fourteen. He can be taught how to perform, but at least his vocal skills are magnificent & magical; he can sing!!
Thunderstorm, I am not a fan of his at all! He should have been eliminated from the beginning. His personality is beautiful and he has a kind & gentle spirit, but his singing is garbage.
Isaiah, that seventeen-year-old should have made it!! He can sing and his vocals are nice. Solomon, he should have been in the top fourteen as well. He can perform, amaze the crowd, and his vocals are phenomenal - his songs of choice may have been the problem. ❤️🔥
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Why didn’t they save Kyana Fanene when they dropped from 24 to 20?? She has an amazing voice and outstanding stage presence! I felt her soul when she sang. Bring her back.
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I agree with the article and most of the comments. Drew should have been in the top 14. I seriously saw her top 5 or better. I also believe that the so called "Anerica's Vote" missed the mark as well.
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I think the Judges made the wrong call I feel Victor Solomon should have been one of top 14 over Josh King because his delivery of each song was stronger vocally and delivery was infectious made me get out of my seat and on the floor with him.Your wrong call Judges should have been Victor
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Drew Ryn was my favorite. She is a star and should make it, even with out advancing any further. Someone with power in the industry sees her too.
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If they're singing to save themselves, that's what it should be based on. Not how they did in the past.
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I agree with the judges. Initially, they let go of a couple of people when picking their top picks that I did not agree with, but they’re the experts, not me. There are some powerhouse singers in the top 14 but most of which I wouldn’t pay to see or buy their music. I like the lounge music that Josh sings and love when he plays the harmonica and piano. They tend to discourage him from the piano and I don’t agree with that. Look how popular Michael Bublé is. A powerhouse singer will probably win, but they will never be as famous as some of the people that get sent home whose music you actually enjoy listening to. Just my opinion.
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This is the greatest season American Idol has produced! Every contestant are very good. It is extremely difficult to cut anyone off but there is going to be only one winner. I love this season! 😍
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In total agreement with you. Though I like Josh, I don't see him able to be in top 3. Drew's dismissal was a big mistake. Right now, my favorites are Gabby, Jamal, Brianna, and John.
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I definitely think they mad a mistake with sending Josh through he really isn't all that good. I haven't been a big Drew fan but she most definitely should have been in the top 14:for sure. Great performances she gave.
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they didn't want another Polynesian to when it silk was good and drew was good too
well no reason to watch it American Idole played out anyways waiting for a better show America got Talent!
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For some reason Luke adores Josh. I don’t see the appeal. Josh seems like a nice kid but Drew and several
others were far superior to him vocally and performance wise.
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I agree. I don’t see Josh as a top singer. He can sing but nothing compared to some of the others
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I felt absolutely the same way. I was surprised Drew didn't get picked she could have won the whole season. Thanks for sharing!!
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How? Drew's voice is barely worth listening to. She should have been eliminated. I believe that people of white color listen to certain music, and people of brown & black color listen to certain genres of music - and the judgment begins.
I strictly vote on vocals, range, modulation, & correct pitch.
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Baylee was a miss. She should become a big star. Her voice is so good. I hope some big music company picks her up. She’s different.
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I think Carrie Underwood needs much Prayer! and if she can’t be a fair judge then go home and don’t come back!
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Crazy to eliminate Isaiah Misailegalu the Silk Samoan, absolutely WRONG and DUMB!! Bring him back!
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I wanted Drew, she is Awsome.
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Gabby Samone Should never have been in top 14 she sucks over Drew
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I think that both Victor and Drew should have been chosen over Che and Josh IMHO. I'm sorry but while the "airport singer" is an incredible instrumentalist, his singing voice just isn't as good as Drew and Victor. Okay, so better yet, why don't they just stick to the actual votes that came in and go with what America actually did vote for. After all, it is supposed to be up to the voters at this point.
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# king Jamal
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Was very sad not to see Victor go through. He puts on a great show. Has such a awesome personality.
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I thought Drew was absolutely Fantastic. I saw a little Jealousy in Carrie Eyes. I knew she would hold her back. I would say this is the first year where they voted correctly from Judges. Drew should be there. It's all about TV. This year I believe in American Idol.
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I think the judges totally dropped the ball when sending Drew home! She was better than several of the ones that went on I think they need to fix that. As well as giving Victor a spot in the top 14. Those two should not be home!!
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I believe Drew should have made it,she was better to me then alot of the ones that made it to the top 14.
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Isaiah and Drew should've gone through the judge's were not right with their choosing.
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I totally agree with you. I was shocked that Drew didn't make the top 14 and very disappointed that the judges ( I like all 3 judges by the way) chose Josh and Chè over Drew and Victor; and I voted! I definitely think they should bring back Drew 💯%. For my birthday - 4/27 she deserves it!!
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I think that they sent Baylee home way too soon... He was getting out of his comfort zone and I'm so sure that he would of been in the finals... He was so good!!
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I agree about Drew. She’s fabulous but she picked a bad song.
One thing I HAVE TO GET OFF MY CHEST…….
I’ve watched American idol since the very beginning with Kelly Clarkson…..
And EVERYONE knows 90% is song choice.!!!!!!!
I just don’t understand. If they have watched the shows in the past they would know.
We don’t care if your grandmother played the song, we don’t care if it was your mother’s favorite song growing up…….
You must pick a song that can relate to the viewers at home!!!!!
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Should of kept Drew she would of be better later but I really think she has a beautiful voice and she is beautiful herself. Should of really kept her
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Drew should have absolutely been in the top 14! It seemed like Carrie had something against her from the first audition.
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Drew ryn should have went through
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No they missed it so bad it was awful to watch Drew Ryn should have been in.
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Drew should be in the top 14 for sure. I was so disappointed when she was cut. She absolutely outshined some of the others picked .. I will miss her in the next round!!
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I believe Drew definitely should have made the top 14. She was awesome!
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I think Drew should have made the cut. She is beautiful and has a beautiful voice.
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We were fans of Drew on every show, she is what we call a true American Idol. Drew is believable as a pop star. And not a Broadway or some other musical singer
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Your comment reads ignorance. A pop star does not make an American Idol, and nor does a singer that sings a different genre of music.
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no way..drew has the look, the sound, and stage presence to be a star right now
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I think MKY should of been top 14 for sure but where were all the Cali people why didn't they vote?
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Drew is so good and she should of been top 14 easily! Judges definitely made an error in not putting her thru ☹️
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I wholeheartedly agree with you, I was shocked when Drew Ryn was not chosen for the one of the top 14...she definitely should have been 😢
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Litttrell cannot sing like the others. Last weeks performance was dreadful.
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Mky Should have definitely not been dismissed! He was fantastic!
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Should of been Drew
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This season is nothing but a Bible thumping prayer vigil every week. Not just last week. A.I. used to be more main stream... But hearing Lionel screaming "Preach my man(or sister)" every week makes my stomach turn. Whatever happened to the EVERYDAY MUSIC??
Does it always have to have a religious message? Save it for church please so we ALL can enjoy Idol again.
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I think Drew should have made it over Canaan, Josh or Che
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Drew should have been advanced!!!
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Picking Che AND Josh over Drew is a TRAVESTY!!! 🤬
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I always just tell myself that maybe they hear things we don’t, as viewing the competition live is a very different experience. I’m honestly still baffled by the elimination of MKY. At the end of the day, it’s all a matter of perspective:/
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Drew should have been selected, amazing voice and presence
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I really think Drew should have been in the 14. She has an awesome voice.
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Olivier should have been chosen
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I agree Drew should have been chosen. Maybe she'll get a chance to come back, don't they always have one or two wild cards they bring back??
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I have my personal preference though in no way have the expertise of the professional. What do I know? Based on their experence, l feel the judges try to select the most likely to succeed in the rat race.
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I won't watch the American Idol any longer!!! MKY should of went thru. My whole family feels the same. It's off my recording every week, they pick their favorites not talent.
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Drew definitely over Josh king
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Josh??? What the heck- Drew has been my pick from the start- they chose the wrong person
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Isaiah should have been there at the top 14
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Drew should have not gone yet.
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I couldn't believe they chose Josh over Drew! What were they hearing or thinking?
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I agree with you 100%!!
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I don't like Carrie Underwood's influence on that judges panel. We have enough politics and religious national views already. American Idol is supposed to be a singing competition. I'm going to stop watching.
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Bye! Bye! 👋👋
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I was so disappointed the judges chose Josh and Che over Drew. She seemed shocked when viewers didn't vote her in....her disappointment and nerves showed in her performance. She may have been a little overly confident but the judges had built her up to having the expectations of moving on. She was clearly better all season than several of the other contestants that made it through. I hope her exposure on Idol lands her as solid a career as some of the other non-finalists from years past. I have always enjoyed Idol but am getting very tired of their pushing the contestants to belt their loudest using a hundred runs "to make the song their own". It's distracting, unpleasant to listen to and literally hurts my ears. He who can screech the loudest doesn't necessarily sing the best. I like Luke Bryan's and Lionel Richie's voices and they never had to do that. I like Carrie but was never a big fan of her voice. Her soft voice is beautiful but her big voice is not.
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Drew should have been in! And why Josh? So disappointing
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They didn’t have enough votes from their fans. It’s not the judges fault, they know what they’re doing and they made the right choices.
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Drew would have been in my top 5. I'm seriously bummed that she was cut. 100 percent agree with the author that she should have had one of the spots given to Che or Josh.
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Josh should not be in the top 14
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Lindalou Stroder
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Good
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Breanna Nix should be the clear cut winner. If not it's a farce
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I agree,After the judges picked,I immediately said"Why did they not pick Drew Ryn"
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Personally I do not believe Josh should have been saved. His talent is better suited for other type venues.
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I agree Josh should have not been picked. As far as baylee yeah he wasn't strong enough and so what if his dad was a singer. Drew should have been picked.
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Josh has no business being in the top 14. Next round he is gone daddy gone..So was unfair to a powerhouse vocalist like Victor. But I feel the judges didn't want a third black male powerhouse singer. Drew should have gone through.
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I think Drew was cheated. She came before Amanda. During the duets round on American Idol, Lion stated that after then the judges would not have a say so on who proceeds, it would be the voters. So I took a look at the voting poll for the contestants. I said why would the judges try to pick 4 to proceed when the votes were already in for top 14 and why are they messing things up for the contestants that’s not fair.
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Drew, for sure should have made the top 14!
Che' was completely forgettable, and Josh - Rick rolled us!
Gabby or Breanna for the win!
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Amanda was the only right choice! They totally could have have chosen Drew I feel like she was strong in all of her performances she never missed a beat in my opinion. And they could have saved Zaylie she does let her nerves get the best of her but she is still very talented and deserved a chance to get past her nerves. Lastly I would have rather them save Isaiah then any of the other guys. Desmond did have his best performance that night and he can be good if her does simplify his performances but in my opinion with added up with his other performances he didn't deserve to be saved. Josh is still to Showtuney for me and relies on his hermonica too much, definitely not as talented as Drew or Zaylie in my opinion. And I might get hate for saying this last part but it is what it is, Che does have talent but he isn't even American! It's American Idol! Like come on lol
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Drew absolutely earned her spot, but wasn't chosen.
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I also was shocked to see her eliminated! I think she is the whole package. A little more mentoring could have made her a srar!
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I think the contestants made it to the live shows so they could get America's vote! So, for the top 14 why did the judges get to pick the last 4? I would like to know who really made the top 14 by America's vote!
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In the end it doesn't matter since American idol switched to ABC, not one winner has ever heard from again. For some reason the label they sign with does not promote them or the show itself doesn't promote them
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I was very disappointed that Baylee did not make it into the top 14
He DESERVED IT more than a couple that was put through
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DREW SHOULD HAVE GONE THROUGH! SO DISAPPOINTED!!!
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The Ones the judges put through are not going anywhere but home.
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Ya the judges made a poor decision not saving Drew she is a star for sure.
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I agree about Drew!!! She is solid!!! She should have stayed!!!! Baylee did better too! I could switch a few others for those two.
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B
Drew should still be in!
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Judges totally missed it by Josh or Che over Drew. Very upsetting and not fair. The rest were good choices. I would listen to Drew music. Her voice was delicate and strong , poetic
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G
Drew Ryn was screwed by the judges. Absolutely no way two of their choices are better than Drew. Wish I could have voted for her 100 times. Ridiculous.
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Drew had a strong, clear and clean voice of the whole competition!! WTH? I was not impressed with the Easter religious songs night. Aside from the old-school, recognizable hymns, many were either mumbled through except for the chorus, or had so many runs after every stanza, it was hard to listen to.
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I love Che' and voted for him ❗️
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I'm satisfied with whom they chose.
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I totally agree with you. the judges got it wrong. Drew and Victor over Che' and Josh
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I can't believe they ( the judges ) sent 2 of the best home. Drew & Zaylie. The judges really got it wrong.
I would like to see American Idol do the same as The Voice After they sing their last song they open up the voting for 5 minutes then announce who the winners of the save are. Do t leave it up to the judges
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Drew should NOT have gone home!!!!
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G
Baylee should have been in the top 14. He was so good. Totally messed up.
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My question for whomever wrote this article is—Why are some names in (BLUE), and some in (BLACK)? That’s disturbing to me.
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I'm sorry I thought this was AMERICAN Idol? Che has a good voice don't get me wrong, but I feel Drew should be in the top 14, not him. They have talent shows in the UK..
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The article made it sound like they chose Amanda as one of the top 14 but they didn't! They chose Gabby! Which thoroughly ticked me off because Amanda was one of my top three favorites. However they did choose three of my four to finish off the top 14. Have a blessed weekend!
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I think Drew should've been chosen instead of Josh. She has such a beautiful voice ...one that blows away Josh's voice.
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Drew is terrible.good choice
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C
Drew all the way! No doubt! I'm done watching idol!
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O
Drew should have been in the top 14 differently
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Cannot believe they let Drew go and kept the “lounge lizard!!!” I think it’s time for Lionel to get his hearing checked and Luke to go back to Nashville. Worst picks by the judges!!!!
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No way Drew should have gone home! So wrong!!!!
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R
I really liked Baylee's tender voice, I would have liked for him to have made the cut.
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O
They need to take the power away from the judges. Poor decisions every year...I was hoping for better results with Carrie there...I have Drew in my top 5....I don't have Josh in my top 24...
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C
I thought it went on our vote only no more judge votes should have America votes no more judge votes then who would have went home bet they didn’t like it and change it at last minute this way
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M
The judges have lost their minds getting rid of Bailey I seriously don't know what you 3 were thinking? Do better
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M
Don't go tell them they are great go to the next round and keep on doing that, just to crush the poor soul. Just get rid of American Idol
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M
No they did not make the right decision they got rid of Baylee Littrell which was stupid on their part!!
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Drew Ryn. Definitely should’ve gone through
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Isaiah should have been the 4th pick in my opinion
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G
worst season ever. Too many religious songs.
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C
It was a mistake not picking Drew and picking the airport singer!
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C
I think Victor should've been in the top 14 over Josh.
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B
I’m totally bored with these particular judges. Also, I’m not of the Christian faith, so a Christian-themed night seems entirely non-inclusive for an AMERICAN audience!
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R
Drew should have been picked!!!
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No, they missed with Drew
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Baylee should not have been voted off. Big mistake by the judges!! I guess I’m done watching this year……
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gettin boerd with the show too much gospel & country loose the gutiars cowboy hats and boots and lets hear some other music
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Really made a mistake with DREW,
She is so talented. I could not believe it.
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O
Drew should not have been eliminated!!
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Drew should never have been eliminated. I think that was a big mistake.
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O
I wonder if they checked with Trump first?
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C
As a follower of Drew and her music since she was on XFactor, she 1000% should have made it further. If you like her, she has several singles out already, including her audition song! Go take a listen!
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Drew was top 10...... zero doubt.
Somebody was just voting favorites,
Not the best artist.
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Drew was their biggest mistake ... she was outstanding. only 2 I cared about was Drewand Thunderstorm.
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C
Of the 4 they picked it gives them 2 to be eliminated next week, josh and che.
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B
Drew was a better singer!
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O
Josh was a HUGE MISTAKE!! Drew was more deserving
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C
Drew should have been picked. Hands down they made a mistake.
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B
Drew should have been selected. Come on. She has so much potential! Keep going, Drew!
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Josh over Isaiah? No. Josh seems to be taking this not seriously at all. He is just playing around until he gets cut
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