Adele Songbook: Abi Carter Stuns Singing "Hello" - American Idol 2024

From the songbook of Adele, Abi Carter performs "Hello"!
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American Idol 2024
Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.

[@BenAnderson1]

Where Adele has a deeper tone generally and force that strikes hard ... Abi has an angelic rise to her voice that cuts deep. Different but equally emotional.

[@joshuadillon4396]

Good way to put it

[@amandanewkirk4014]

Definitely!

[@b1p0lar.b1tch]

💯

[@VEXEDBEATS]

This woman is an absolute superstar.

[@statix818]

Hands down the best voice on the show. Insane.

[@cameronpack854]

Best performance I’ve seen in years on American Idol ! She is incredibly

[@dnagolden]

I’ve been watching American Idol since the beginning, when Kelly Clarkson was on. I don’t think I have ever heard a more angelic voice than Abi Carter. SHE IS NEXT LEVEL. So good

[@timbly5824]

Abi sings from the heart with emotion & she’s simply stunning with her voice.

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I have no idea who is going to win the Finale. I only know who SHOULD WIN the title of 2024 American Idol; 🏆🥇 Abi Carter 🥇🏆

[@jaelespinoza5062]

This was EVERYTHING!!! Winner winner!

[@eteryana288]

💯%!👏🏻💐

[@Marisoko82]

She’s the winner or this show is over forever. ❤

[@jayglez1338]

Chicken dinner!

[@JaySiMusic]

Sorry to say she's losing

[@jaelespinoza5062]

@@JaySiMusic stay mad :)

[@tinasmith1132]

Who else has listened to this performance over and over again??🙋‍♀️

[@KajunNinja]

Hopefully she can record a full version of this song. 😊

[@michellewoodall9293]

I have!! From her first audition I said she's gonna be the winner!

[@michellewoodall9293]

Abi is the entire package! In my book she's the winner. I've said that since her first audition.

[@SunnyRoblox_Masked_SingerFanYT]

Me

[@SunnyRoblox_Masked_SingerFanYT]

@@michellewoodall9293ever since the beginning the top 12 I’ve been like she’s a winner

[@seanconley837]

Bigger than Idol. Abi Carter is a wonder of the world.

[@andreareynolds6143]

…

[@urhypeboy]

I love Abi but that's a bit of a stretch.

[@krystalh5235]

My mom has had a series of strokes that have fried a significant portion of her brain. She can't speak, read, write, and doesn't even know her own name or what year it is. But she understood this performance. It left her in tears with a look of wonder in her face. That is the purety and angelic tone of Abi's voice. It transcends logic and speaks to the soul.

[@saffronblaze7763]

Wow, she completely transformed the song from its original into it own unique composition and emotional tone. That was simply wonderful to hear. I imagine even Adelle would be moved by this heartfelt rendition.

[@TheJdc122167]

She's the winner. Period. The fight for the rest of them is for second place. She's incredible. I'll be buying tickets to her concert in the near future.

[@SunnyRoblox_Masked_SingerFanYT]

Same

[@artfuldodgr42]

I agree she should win, but there's a huge country fan base in the American Idol audience. There are so many amazing singers that get overlooked in the votes for some lame country act.

[@michellewoodall9293]

Me too!!!

[@jaciharris7735]

@@artfuldodgr42 Yeah. Triston is too green, and while Will is good, he's never been great. Abi should win, and if you can vote, you must vote for her as I do.

[@jaciharris7735]

If she comes to the southern Oregon area, I'll probably try to buy tickets for a concert of hers.

[@wunderdogg-zz7nl]

Abi has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard in my entire life. She doesn't just sing a song, she lives it, she embodies it, and delivers it with heart stopping passion. Her vocals are so incredible it's easy to overlook her sublime pianos skills and her phenomenal stage presence. And absolutely beautiful too This girl has got it all I can't stop watching

[@PinoyGrayMatter]

that's how an unresolved, haunting heartache should sound... when all you need is to hear the other person's voice, but what you get is silence... she sang with that unbearable pain of helpless longing... and that just tears one apart because we have all been there.

[@ianbedick32]

This, top answer

[@mattmusicaddict9183]

I have watched this at least 50 times now and she sounds better every time i watch

[@paulalbertson483]

THAT WAS THE GREATEST PERFORMANCE I HAVE SEEN ON IDOL, EVER!! Abi is in a class by herself...it was like no other rendition of that beautiful song. A star has been made, right in front of our eyes....

[@MisterKelisi]

This is the Abi I’ve been waiting to see again. Angelic. Luxurious. Passionate. It’s Abi Carter vs Jack Blocker now.

[@asdfmatt81]

I hope you’re right, but never doubt the country mafia

[@c_wonder]

and Emmy by fan base

[@AddisonJ185]

Yeah it’s Abi vs Jack in fans... but definitely not in talent... we all know Abi is better by miles and miles!!

[@DawnOldham]

I'd add Will Mosley to make a top three. He always nails his performances and the country fan base is a force to be reckoned with!

[@Fairburne69]

I agree with your assessment. Jack and Abi should be the top 2. However I think you are underestimating the cult like attitude of country fans. Will Mosley in my opinion will probably win. But for me Abi Carter is hands down the best contestant this year.

[@briandavalerio01]

There is no doubt that Abi should win this year's competition. Look at the numbers (social media), look at the performances she puts EVERY WEEK! It's unbelievable! I have watched American Idol for YEARS, and I have NEVER seen such talent. She is a complete artist in every sense!!!

[@bradcrawford1998]

Hello, you are so right. Abi for me is a BUDDING Superstar. I have never heard this song and LOVE it after Abi sings it. When Abis on her game she story tells when she sings. What was I Made for had that feeling and was simply an AMAZING cover. Abi will be the FIRST American Idol singer I see live. I just don't go see any cause most really aren't that good. Average singers that get hyped on the show but away from the show they can't stand on their own. I think Abi makes it in the business. ESPECIALLY after you see how well she can do with a Potentially good stage / light show. Shes a GREAT kind human period. You can just tell 🤗

[@Fairburne69]

@@bradcrawford1998 You have never heard this song? How is that even possible? You should really check out Adele. She is fantastic. I don't mean to be rude or anything but this song was a huge hit. Abi is great and my personal favorite for this year. She reminds me of Sara Bareilles. Another artist you should check out if you are unfamiliar.

[@henriettamendes7307]

I agreed, she’s amazing

[@alieorme]

Agree 💯

[@shamekajoseph1636]

​@@bradcrawford1998You've never heard Adelle sing Hello? Wow

[@PattiPanda]

Brilliant Performance....the clear Winner for this season!! VOTE

[@gilbrightrazonable769]

She's like an angel saying HELLO from the other side. 🤎🤎🤎

[@vikkibrown2023]

For sure~~💖💖💖~~

[@marcusspagnardi1902]

I have said it many times before.. The winner is here!!! What a voice!!!

[@stber7057]

How many times have I heard cover versions of this song? And now Abi Carter comes along and reinvents this song. Just wow - great.

[@calliebolstad1345]

That was perfection.

[@robertantonnyc]

Abi always starts totally invested emotion, touching vocal inflections, great dynamics. So sweet and simple on the piano. She creates so many gorgeous moments. A well-rounded offering. Loved it! - So You Wanna Be A Singer

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I have no idea who is going to win the Finale. I only know who SHOULD WIN the title of 2024 American Idol: 🏆🥇 Abi Carter 🥇🏆

[@robertantonnyc]

@@RobertJohnson-bj5lk Why do you think she should win?

[@Danielthescientist]

Reinventing and giving more meaning to an Adele song using just voice and piano, is mesmerizing.

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I have no idea who is going to win the Finale. I only know who SHOULD WIN the title of 2024 American Idol: 🏆🥇 Abi Carter 🥇🏆

[@123benny4]

That's called singing: just voice and piano. What else could she have included, a cucumber? Reinventing? She didn't reinvent anything. Strange comment.

[@Master144.]

She absolutely should be the winner this year if there is any justice ❤❤❤

[@ChukMeier]

She learned very quickly. Vocal coaches are to be applauded for helping Abi develop a mountain of raw talent into masterful performances.

[@wtcarter2]

Now if they can just get her to enunciate!

[@johneckert2306]

May be the best vocal performance I’ve ever heard on the show, ever.

[@wtcarter2]

Abi's audition was perfect! But for pure singing (in her style), Carrie Underwood set the bar! In her own way, maybe Abi has topped it.

[@Prince_DarkFire]

For the girls i agree. Adam Lambert is on another level though.

[@statix818]

Hands down.

[@nunopereira526]

This girl is already a star deserving to fly high to the world. It's incomparable. She needs to win this to show us there's hope.

[@thomasoleson2651]

LIKELY her best performance! Much love from your hometown!!!!

[@wtcarter2]

Thank you.

[@camisreacting]

This young lady is single handedly saving this season for mediocrity. This was fantastic and the arrangement was to die for!

[@wtcarter2]

The other singers are VERY very good! But Abi is GREAT!

[@Noelllllllll]

Truly. I know she will never disappoint

[@c_wonder]

Emmy Russel has the strongest fan base. It’s gonna come down to them two. yikes

[@SunnyRoblox_Masked_SingerFanYT]

@@c_wonderprob 😭at this point I only care about Abi & Tristen

[@Codizz88]

She is so damn good its ridiculous...shes absolutely going to win.

[@jasoncollin6042]

To everyone please vote for her. You won’t regret it. She is a very hard worker who is humble like Alejandro. She played in street to support her 6 siblings. Wow. That hard work paid off Ab. Blessings to all who voting ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rosyelapallavolo]

After A I She Will Be totally forgetted and She Will continue to perform on street to help all people of this world

[@momof7_123]

I've been saying she's gonna win since I first laid eyes on her and heard that very first note come out of her mouth in that audition room!! Luke knew it 2.. 🎉💕

[@pumpkin5490]

Katy definitely knew it since the audition too especially when she gave that small encouragement talk with abi❤

[@kayheizman2182]

No words. She is unbelievably talented. Truly A gift from God. I adore Abi Carter.❤️

[@NAPP3R]

Her range is so crazy.. Killed it!!!!

[@paulohenriqueaguiargomiero6030]

There you go Abi! Bravo! That’s the kind of a true American Idol after Kelly or Carrie. That’s it.

[@denisebarber8973]

Exactly!! Perfect blend of talent, connection and emotion 💝🎶🎶🎶 just like Kelly, not over the top!!

[@sethmassey5702]

Nobody will beat her. She’s the best talent that American Idol has ever had…EVER

[@jking-]

💯

[@MisterKelisi]

No, but she’s really good.

[@901pics]

I think she is number two behind Kelly Clarkson.

[@justin-7156]

She’s not even top 10 lmaoooooo. Y’all will say anything lmao

[@jacota8]

@@justin-7156 and some people, such as yourself, will argue no matter what people say. Typical "Your opinion is wrong and mine is right." She is 100% top 10 best of all time on Idol. She is also 100% in the top 3. Best ever? That's a personal opinion, and my opinion is just as valid as yours.

[@jasoncollin6042]

To everyone please vote for her. She is really talented. You wouldn’t regret. Beautiful ending. Love you Abi. ❤❤❤❤

[@petervuong5221]

Everyone should just give up. Abi is at another level. Voice is epic and look is marketable.

[@wtcarter2]

That is absolutely right! She can be a Disney princess.

[@miguelespino6087]

Country singers on American idol are nothing to be reckoned with. So many talented singer lost to them.

[@kamilok2542]

Abi and Jack ,,, one of them is the winner,, they’re both are my winners this season ❤❤

[@wtcarter2]

Jack is a come-out-of-nowhere one of my favorites. I put Abi, Jack and Triston in the top three.

[@Angie-qi9gh]

Definitely the winner of this season😍

[@JaySiMusic]

Definitely not

[@PostPost.2]

@@JaySiMusic What do you mean? There's not a single person left who should even be standing on the same stage as her.

[@JaySiMusic]

@@PostPost.2 plenty of people wayyyy better. Triston, Will or Jack

[@PostPost.2]

@@JaySiMusic You've got to be joking

[@unnamed6419]

@@JaySiMusichaving music in your profile name and having an opinion that bad is ironic lol

[@isaacestrada3193]

She killed it!

[@muichiro-kun14]

0:30 One of the best I've heard of Abi😍

[@jasoncollin6042]

I got chills Abi listening to you. ❤❤❤ the ending wow 🤩

[@rosafitnesslife607]

Every time she sing, I’m teary eyed 😢amazing voice

[@user-lp9wg3qy3b]

Abi has been my favorite since day 1 ❤

[@LisaWong0518]

She gives me the chills and hypnotizes me everytime she sings.

[@seanscommentary]

She has the potential of the premium Idols like Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood. Insanely talented and gorgeous

[@AbbieR1752]

How could you not love this girl?!

[@jacobmccain8794]

This is a contender for best performance of the season, wow! I wouldn’t be mad if Abi won! She’s in my top 3! This was just flawless. This felt as if she wrote it! Those high notes just soared and cute right to the soul and her runs just pour out so seamlessly as if she can’t help it!

[@juancito162]

Well said !

[@pierre2669]

She has to win 🤯

[@KatATewd]

Abi is awesome! She killed it!

[@ianbedick32]

Finally pulled the heavy tears out of me...and over and over again everytime i watch it. This one sealed the deal

[@hygordaniel4873]

This audition sounds so much like the first one, with Billie's song.

[@14LP2]

Closest it’s been to that Billie Eilish audition song that is still my favorite of Abi’s……even after her Adele performance. Abi should win this season hands down! Of course the past 10 years have been very bizarre. Go Abi!

[@Jsizzle6809]

@@14LP2agreed. This performance was unbelievable. But her audition is still the best. She deserves to win because she’s more talented than the others

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I have no idea who is going to win the Finale. I only know who SHOULD WIN the title: 2024 American Idol: 🏆🥇 Abi Carter 🥇🏆

[@kv3417]

It sounds the same because it's the same voice, it's Abi Carter! She still has incredible vocal skills.

[@NYCStoopTV]

Rendition?

[@boxingrican]

How she holds notes and plays piano. So angelic

[@anastasiacarvajal]

She did absolutely amazing! She needs to win this!

[@Russtac]

She is the clear winner for American Idol this season . She’s aaaamazing !!!

[@mattmusicaddict9183]

Chills!! Goosebumps over here. Crown her the winner!!

[@RA1DERASSASS1N]

"HELLO,"...Abi!! Welcome to THE FINALS!!

[@lewisconroy2121]

Really wish we could vote from the UK, absolutely outstanding, consistent, someone I look forward to seeing. Please America, get behind abi x

[@erinrowbotham4506]

This woman gives me goosebumps every time!!

[@tali13]

The winner! The best of this season.

[@LostBoy2008]

A Star Is Born. 🌟

[@Coachukai]

All I can think about is a comment that was made on her audition video. They talked about how they saw Abi before she was on Idol - when she would perform in public spaces for whoever was walking by. And here she is now. I’m just so happy the world gets to see her beautiful, God-given talent 🙌

[@denisebuzzelli3676]

Amazing!!!! Clearly the most talented and should be the winner of American Idol 2024!

[@laurad324]

She is going to be a star no matter if she wins or not.

[@eteryana288]

She must Win! 👏🏻💐

[@dejet2]

Abi's had the best 5 performances of the season! She better win!

[@blakejones6452]

They'll probably have Emmy or Tristan win 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@mattmusicaddict9183]

I'd be happy with either Abi or Jack winning.

[@thegirltwirl]

Abi is a platinum Idol. 🌟

[@gmoney_12]

I’m actually stunned! I mean it’s no surprise on how good she did this, but it’s so amazing!!! CONGRATULATIONS ABI!! Well, well done and deserved!!

[@kimab65]

Shes the best this season; hands down! What a beautiful voice

[@jasoncollin6042]

Thanks 🙏 Abi for being such a great influence to me. Thanks for coming to American 🇺🇸 Idol. Looking forward Sunday to see you. ❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@jasoncollin6042]

Thanks for being so humble Abi ❤❤❤

[@jiaxiong8991]

She has to win this! I’m gonna be mad if Emmy does and Emmy cannot compete.

[@Shmancyfancy536]

Emmy made a song that spoke to LOTS of people. That means something.

[@beverleyfletcher5430]

Her voice is pretty epic!

[@kall4less]

Winner this season.

[@reillymulhern8898]

Winner of American idol 2024 👏🏼👏🏼

[@donnasinkus3485]

If this young girl doesn’t win I will be shocked!!!!!❤

[@heatherarrington3356]

I really think she would do an amazing job singing " she use to be mine" . She's amazing

[@user-zv6lf7mo8v]

She's has the best voice to ever be on this show, hands down...not even close

[@reedjensen4355]

Clearly the BEST!

[@catapila_effect8465]

When Katy shook👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 The legendary Abi. It’s coming!

[@robostripez]

Winning performance right here!

[@iStephler]

No one else even comes close to Abi’s talent!

[@natethegreat6321]

The last anymore was magical

[@dexterdean]

Who's back here after this amazing lady was crowded American idol 2024❤

[@jessehohm5835]

Absolutely stunning in every way! I hope she wins!!

[@ravuthlong1048]

You just need a decent working pair of ears to know she is in another league compared to the rest. She had outdone herself time after time. The emotions, range, control and the technical details in her voice are pure perfection. Lets continue to push her to the top

[@userunknown1578]

The main problem is... A ton of people voting don't have a decent pair of ears. That's why we have the Top 5 that we do.

[@user-mh9me7ip5m]

@@userunknown1578 What Top 5 do you think is more deserving?

[@mattj8995]

@@user-mh9me7ip5mJulia is not in the top 5 let’s not play games, Justine and scarlett from auditions are better then 3 people in the top 5

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

I have no idea who is going to win the Finale. I only know who SHOULD WIN the title 2024 American Idol: 🏆🥇 Abi Carter 🥇🏆

[@wtcarter2]

Abi has had a burning desire to sing her entire life. Heck! Even before she was born! Our obstetrician, who had delivered thousands of babies, took off his headphones during Abi's sonogram and said "I've heard everything, but I've never heard this. Your daughter is SINGING!" Abi comes from a singing family. Her parents and grandparents include several amateur singers, choir directors, and piano players (church mostly). Mom has a beautiful voice and was singing constantly while Abi was in gestation. We watched American Idol together when it debuted in 2002. Abi was listening and learning and was born a month later. American Idol became a staple in our home for years to come. But pushing all that amniotic fluid around did a number on Abi's vocal cords! Early on, it wasn't apparent that she would ever have an angelic voice. But she kept singing and had AMAZING control. I told her: "You have a broken instrument, but you play it beautifully!" Well, thank God, that instrument ain't broken anymore!

[@Roxann-qw3nr]

Amazing angelic voice w/ strong emotions & passion expressed. Front runner to winner!!!!

[@Vi-lz8ev]

WINNER QUALITY!!! PLS GUYS LETS MAKE HER THE WINNER

[@lorimedford59]

Winner winner chicken dinner!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@J.reneebruce]

I felt that sound deep in my soul. Great job Abi.

[@appalachiaanglerMD]

This was the one we've all been waiting for.

[@susansouth9870]

She needs to win !

[@beautifulsky4481]

Let's just declare her the winner right now. No need to go any further.

[@robertshelly7611]

She just leaves me wanting more, more, more!

[@babyamom2004]

Her best performance yet!

[@JennaRiddle]

That was amazing Abi!!! I love that song!!! Such a beautiful voice as always!!! One of your very best performances ever!!! 👏🏻🎊🎉

[@mattmusicaddict9183]

When I saw you were going to sing this, I knew you were going to do it justice. You just made this song a million times better than the original. You will make the final 3! I want you and Jack to battle it out in the finale.