Ajii's Emotionally Charged Performance of 'Lose Control' by Teddy Swims - American Idol 2024

Ajii's co-worker Claire heard him singing and encouraged him to audition for American Idol. This Brooklyn-based musician takes on Teddy Swims' "Lose Control" in hopes of making his Pakistani parents even more proud of their son!
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AMERICAN IDOL, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns on ABC.
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.

[@TeddySwims]

LETS GO AJII !!! I'm so honored!!

[@cecemac159]

Teddy you're amazing! Havent heard it yet. Came to comments to see what others thoughts are. And here you are. It is very nice and genuine of u to be here. This is my favorite song on repeat thank you for this song. You personalty is contagious btw

[@Horheles16]

You will sing this song with him in the finals ! Talk about manifestation..

[@breathofawareness7903]

Dude I love your music. Thank you for sharing it with the world...

[@cecemac159]

@@Horheles16 OMG THAT WOULD BE EPIC!!!!!!!!! I DONT WATCH THE SHOW BUT I WILL KEEP AN EYE OUT .

[@dornemason4134]

We love you here in New Zealand, on repeat ❤and this guy is amazing

[@michaelstrahan2.0]

His mouth shaking at 4:04 - all those emotions and nerves! Bless him.

[@jamiekosh944]

He had me tearing up with that trembling lip

[@nicoleprizzi948]

I was going to say the same!❤😊

[@Kristoff-su6nd]

Guys please check out Ripley Alexander of Australian Idol 2024. That's a world-class voice

[@mila2862]

I know trembling in a few parts.

[@beccahday]

that was soooo cute, like a little boy trying to old back crying. beautiful heart.

[@EdwardsNH]

Love how he gave props to piano man! Most people are so in their own heads that they don't bother, but this guy show's proper appreciation to his accompaniment, so I give extra props to him.

[@daidraitheproducer]

Facts that’s love

[@GeorgiaWhisper]

Remember when he talked about his coworkers and the lovely people at the senior home he said he just loves everyone ❤😊

[@AznVi3tx]

Good manners from good parents

[@dalemoore8582]

Love Teddy Swims!!

[@neilosbeverly7462]

Lionel Richie is emotionally invested with fatherly love BEFORE they open their mouths to sing. Hence the Halliluia of relief

[@xjayxjx]

Facts!!!

[@EmpressCity]

Indeed! It was so endearing to see his relief

[@irh1738]

Wow amazing to see a Pakistani American brother doing this with the support of his family. 👏

[@kickingitwithgigi4065]

🤎🤎🙏🏽🙏🏽

Amazing voice filled with soul and emotion, he's a true star! Let's go Ajii!

[@christobalrogel4371]

No one can beat iamtongi

[@macncheese3598]

I like ajii voice better

[@LeerAtDemete_Vods]

I'm gonna reply to every video i find you on

[@michaelstrahan2.0]

WOWWW!! This man HAS it!! I love his quirkiness and how is authentically himself. His parents did a great job raising this young man.

[@Praben]

When I saw his lips trembling with emotion listening to the judges, I can absolutely feel his feeling. Goosebumps

[@singtorres6049]

This song is a banger and the guy just owned it. Great performance 👏

[@Kristoff-su6nd]

Guys please check out Ripley Alexander of Australian Idol 2024. That's a world-class voice

[@World_of_Drama]

Ohhhhh He didn't play around, his voice struck right into my bones. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@babyjoe_679]

You can tell already he’s a People’s Person!? Love his Spirit!! 🙌🏼

[@chadspencer954]

Teddy Swims has become such a big influence of today’s music. His music is amazing. This young man did a great job. This is a very difficult song to sing. Super good jog.

[@conishkee]

Ajii blew me away with his soulful voice. This guy can SING!!

[@mrs.c6437]

Diamond in the rough indeed. This is going to be an amazing journey. Thank you Ms Claire for encouraging him to share that gift

[@attitune]

So much texture, tone, raw emotion, and soul in his voice. Love it.

[@halimakaled1540]

I just love how Lionel feels the music and connects so deeply❤🥺

[@hearmenow909]

Perfect audition and instant recording voice.

[@jenniferjaquez]

It warmed my heart seeing the love his parents have for him & the love he has for them. It was only for a quick min but the love that was displayed spoke volumes. You can tell they created a safe space for him in their presence. And then his voice?!? A true gift from God. It was a blessing to have been able to witness such a gift. This is only the beginning for him. Congratulations Ajii!! 🎉

[@mr1rec83]

Yes!

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯👍🏽

[@LysiaJ]

Hearing him sing brought me to tears 😭. Let's go Ajii!!!!

[@davidhill8565]

He’s Pakistani-American. If he wins, he’ll deserve the win.

[@ChukwubuDike]

Are there people who win that don't deserve to win?

[@davidhill8565]

@@ChukwubuDike Ruben Studdard, Taylor Hicks, Kris Allen, Lee DeWyze, Scotty McCreery (despite commercial success), Phillip Phillips (despite commercial outcome between him and Jessica Sanchez), Laine Hardy, Sam Diaz, Noah Thompson

[@wmakiling805]

Calling it now. He's gonna win this bad boy!

[@jeremybatista9653]

He’s really good but too early to say pal

[@typicallysomeone]

yeah that’s a bit of a long stretch this early!!

[@LaLa2time]

@@jeremybatista9653 He’s good enough to win it all so I pray he make it all the way.

[@jeremybatista9653]

@@LaLa2time it’s a possibility but im not sure every year the talent gets better.

[@annjames1837]

Nah

[@610vatorspeed7]

Damn dude first notes with the first words out this man’s mouth gave me goosebumps powerful super powerful

[@krbcan1]

He has a great voice, and even more so if he hasn't had any musical training. It's a hard song to sing because you're going to get compared to Teddy's incredible voice. Loved this.

[@TheWorldsGotTalent]

Unbelievable Ajii! Most definitely Top 8 if the song choices are on-point.

[@cutiefrombklynful]

Representing Brooklyn!!!

[@theoven344]

I'm French, visited NY 2 years ago, and i literally fell in love with Brooklyn. Dont ask me why.

[@anthonymalcaus4123]

Brooklyn stand up!!!’ Just someone using the talents God gave him !! No teaching, no lessons just pure talent

[@annetot9433]

Such a beautiful, raspy and authentic voice. I wish him to win this competition. He deserved it. Such a humble person with full of talent.

[@mathewrichards7309]

One of the best voices I've heard in years

[@jarenciogeda3930]

To hear someone singing with so many instruments to do anything with his/her voice is a gift. The vibrato, the runs and control, he has it. I am speechless. That was fire!!!

[@hairmajestylovehair2860]

I was not expecting this!!!! There’s something special and powerful in his voice! Amazing- yesss

[@HeroShades]

He is amazing! He's got a strong and soulful tone and his runs were fantastic. He could go really far if he keeps singing like that and picking the right songs. This is one of my favorite songs.

[@abidhussainengg]

Hi, Aji its really nice to see a fellow who have roots from Pakistan singing on American Idol. My gf and i love your voice, your definitely our top 10 as well. Know that mein aur meri gf are supporting you all the way from Vegas.

[@eurekacomment5719]

why gf? Why not BV?

[@gloryakiepper7918]

The best of luck to you. His gravelly voice wowza😊

[@AJ_bk21]

That’s my cousin ❤❤❤❤❤❤ love you bro we are proud of you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Saf3spaceMUA]

He is so talented I watch this a couple times a month. Beautiful voiceeee

[@roileka123]

WOOOOOOW!!!!.... its like a rush of emotions as soon as he opened his mouth....I really like this guy and you can feel his emotions in each word signs

[@abbiebrown2733]

This lad is going to Win American idol. This lad is going places

[@mikeblume8715]

TOP 3....RIGHT HERE

[@slicedbread4553]

Not a chance.

[@changelivesheroes]

@@slicedbread4553y u say that

[@teresalegler2777]

Had never heard this song before. Well, this young man deserves to go to Hollywood. That Nursing Home needs to find a new receptionist at the front desk. Best of luck.

[@BrooklynLilly]

😂👍🏽

[@sparrowmermaid]

The tears of joy that flowed down my face….. thank you

[@ssshadowwolf6762]

I hope Teddy sees this ! He’s already being covered WOOHOO! Awesome !

[@wisething2do]

He did!

[@kosmosbjm]

TeddySwims saw it and commented 🎉

[@BrooklynLilly]

Teddy commented💥👍🏽

[@mabroukatis]

Love and compassion everywhere in this video. Lionel, pianist, parents, nursing home coworkers... Is it Ajii?

[@hedgi-gaming78]

My favorite of the season so far.

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯

[@cathyclunysois]

Raw, natural talent.

[@justmeuk50]

Without any effect his tone is so real.. 1st step to the top

[@clare2439]

wow. what an amazing voice! hes gonna be in the top!

[@benstrubel4259]

This guy is amazing best of luck to him

[@NewYorkYankees1]

I would buy his album. ❤

[@tammysharp2155]

Katie wasent the only one with chill bumps!!!! God gave this young man a voice from heaven🙏👏❤️

[@soniacurvelo2435]

This is why I love this shows because there is so much talent out there and we get to witness it for the first time ❤

[@DanikaSpangler]

Good lord … awesome voice!!!

[@TabethaAurochs]

This man is a true star 🌟 I love him! And that was before I heard that VOICE. 💜💜💜

[@BenAnderson1]

Giving me some Chris Stapleton feels and some serious soul. Digging his total vibe.

[@Derek.Joseph]

This dude is going to be very famous in 6 months to 1 year. Mark these words. We just watched a star being born 💯

[@TaimoorrAziz]

He killed it!!! See him at the finale❤

[@s-p-man5271]

Happy for Ajii! Good things happen to people who care for others.

[@fatoomgierdien110]

Truth❤‼️

[@TiaBeTrippin]

Not me crying!! I love his voice so much!! 🥰😭

[@robbtb]

This is real. That crescendo moment ("right in front of you can't you see") was like the cry of a great female singer.

[@brittanyburrous2194]

Top 2, if not the winner

[@davidhill8565]

Or if the runner-up to a country boy.

[@mila2862]

Or the ex NFL player.

[@fatoummohamed8549]

I WISH! Did you see his looks? America will not vote for someone who looks like him.

[@ortizlloydbulintao8956]

Of course he’s top 2 he’s not American same what happen with jessica Sanchez cause she’s Asian

[@jasond154]

Love you AJII !!!! Wishing you nothing less than winning this thing brother! U deserve it!!! So proud ya did this homie💚

[@libertychip526]

Wife and I watched this last night and Ajii was an instant favorite. Love those chills you get when you hear something so powerful that it touches your soul, and that’s exactly how this performance made me feel.

[@georgecouch9118]

I love American Idol so so much. I love young people with talent and passion. I love seeing them before the music industry gets them and honestly in part ruins them. I love this!!!!!

[@sandranynj7118]

Ajii you can more the sing, you can SANG!! 🌟

[@Frantic857]

Trust only in Jesus, He is our salvation! Trust in His holy word, the Bible, (KJV) (John 10:10 > The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.) + (A) - Admit you are a sinner > (Romans 3:10 > As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one), (Romans 3:23 > For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.), (Romans 6:23 > For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.) (B) - Believe Jesus is Lord > (Romans 10:9-10 > [9]-That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. [10]-For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.) (C) - Call upon His name > (Romans 10:13 > For whoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.) + Trust only in Jesus. - (John 14:6 > Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life, no man cometh to the Father, but by me.) (Ephesians 2:8-9 > [8]-For by grace ye are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: [9]-Not of works, lest any man should boast.) All praise, and glory, and honour, and strength, and blessing, be to the Lord our God, Jesus! Blessings in Jesus' name. Amen.

[@veronica0406]

Teddy Swims inspiring the next generation of talent. Awesome performance, Ajii!! Bravo!!

[@SimoneBold-in4xu]

Wow!!! Love his voice so much character,soul and emotion !!! 💗💗💗

[@JoanneJaworski]

Nice to see a loving family and that love, and emotion comes through his voice from his soul!

[@janaskibo871]

Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ your voice is amazing. You should win!!!! Bring it

[@718BARBOY]

He’s really such a sweet great human. Proud to be rooting for you bro !!! You deserve the world !!!

[@shelly9317]

Love that deep gravelly voice. The instant he sang I was like, “Yeah that’s a star.”

[@cheekyoziechick]

He's such a great soul... His voice is pure talent.

[@Stephkuk1977]

Absolutely phenomenal an absolutely raw talent. I had goosebumps on my goosebumps.

[@sueclark8896]

So raw & soulful. Can't wait to see what you do.

[@DjAronBethSacks]

OMG OMG OMG CHILLS! As a singer there is nothing like singing raw and from the heart and soul and this guy's going far!!!! Amazing!!

[@gwen3010]

I thought I was listening to Mr. Swims himself he did a great job!!!

[@damiansilva1562]

Y’all gotta follow his band that he’s in. Tmrw Nvr Promised. They’re amazing

[@harlitatsgal7418]

.U got it! .love his voice..❤️❤️❤️

[@eslam6052]

"At 4:29, it nearly moved me to tears

[@bermeatic]

Such a beautiful and raw performance! He is probably very nervous but I can’t wait to see his vocal growth once a voice teacher gets a hold of him.

[@DrRamsJakt]

Goosebumps from starting note. Chills

[@imjustmeTBD]

"chill bumps from the first note" is what Katy Perry said!!

[@DrRamsJakt]

i reckon AJIII's gonna go to the finals @@imjustmeTBD

[@JenShea]

There have been some really great auditions but this one got to me like no other. What a sweet person. Go Ajii!!

[@serenitychozen]

A voice that'll cut straight to the soul

[@sophiabright8371]

Beautiful! Chills from the first note is RIGHT!!! (KATY, THAT DRESS IS GORGEOUS ON YOU! BEST EVER!)

[@MorbidBritt92]

Opening note 🎵 I cried.... good job brother AJII ❤

[@ID_Kevin]

Love this song on a slower tempo. Felt so much more powerful

[@laurenvollmer7692]

Love him! Gives me hometown vibes and being from Philly, this melted my heart. The emotion in his voice cannot be taught, something truly from the soul. God bless him! ❤❤❤

[@9sept10oct1jan]

He will knock the roof off the ceiling in country music. OMG! He sounds just like one of my favorite country singer John Stapleton with a soul mixture in his voice Ajii great job. I believe this year American Idol 2024 is going to be one of the best.

[@JenJHayden]

I had no idea John Stapleton even existed

[@drumcdoo9050]

How lovely to see folk from different backgrounds showing how music is universal. Guys like this bring people together from different creeds, religions and culture and show how important it is to love one another from all diverse backgrounds...

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯

[@azfarissirafza]

He reminds me of the early American Idol days. You just know when someone opens his/her mouth and that’s a winning voice 😍🔥

[@VickieBoyd-ee6in]

I just heard his audition tonight and it sent Jill at my arms. I hope this guy goes far. I am praying for him. True talent like this deserves to be heard and deserves to make it in the industry. He has a beautiful voice.

[@elllekelly2215]

Omgee's.. Absolutely Gifted!! Wowzza!! Sing to these Senior's ...❤🎉👏 Incredible! What a Light!! 🎉

[@westshorefilms]

hey great one, hope to see you again soon

[@rosamuniz68]

He is one to keep an eye on. He has my vote. He has a great voice 🎶❣️

[@kpatterson7848]

Aww man! I don’t know why I got so teary-eyed with this one. But I’m rooting for this young man! This was a great audition! Best to you, Ajii!

[@kyfran7894]

Magnifique Quelle voix Les larmes envahissent mon visage Tellement que c’est beau

[@hwysteve]

‘Till the wheels fall off’. Humble beyond belief. He is a champion even if he only goes one round!

[@scutting3101]

I liked hearing Teddy Swims name mentioned on Idol! You tube him!

[@Aleyycatt]

Wooooooow he’s so good! I am definitely rooting for him 🙂

[@irodaabdulkhasanova4182]

Amazing !!!!! What a great talent ! Sending all the love and support AJI!!!!!! THEY LUCKY TO HAVE YOU AT NURSING HOME IN BK!

[@zachfine3949]

Incredible and this song suits his voice perfectly

[@charlenehastings4840]

Omg what a beautiful voice with so much emotion. 🥺 I was brought to tears.

[@susureid1]

Knocked it out of the park! Great song choice for him!

[@jenniferhorn5546]

My favorite so far! He's great!

[@angidudley3707]

Great voice! Defo gonna go the whole way! 🎉