Abi Carter Stuns With "What Was I Made For?" (From Barbie) - American Idol 2024

Luke and Lionel say she may be the dang winner of American Idol. Katy Perry says she was made for this moment and for American Idol. What do you think of Abi Carter's version of "What Was I Made For?" from the Barbie soundtrack?
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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.

[@leftybassist4]

I've been listening to her perform at the local market night for years. I made all my friends stop, listen, and drop in cash whenever they visited. I always believed in her and always hoped she would make it. She would sing her HEART OUT to 12-50 people week after week.

[@emma_motema]

That’s very cool - you just have been excited to see her on here! What style of song does she normally sing? Or, does she do a heap of different genres. If she’s been busking for ages, she’ll probably do well on idol. I think it’s great preparation!

[@Sam-lu3zy]

That’s actually fire

[@leftybassist4]

She usually sits at her piano and takes song requests from people who drop in money. She'll pull anything up on her iPad and crush it. Hell, she even did Cotton-Eyed Joe once because my friend asked her to as a joke.

[@bradcrawford1998]

Thank you for believing in her Lefty. You're beautiful find here has an INCREDIBLE future on American Idol and beyond. She is AMAZING. I don't even know this song and I was crying from her beautiful angelic heartfelt performance and voice. Can't get enough of her 🤗

[@georgecouch9118]

Lots of good voices last night, but this girl knows how to use hers. Amazing! ❤

[@thelastbender3703]

“My sisters talented man” Was so pure❤️

[@Twinturbovan]

YES

[@mizzc6506]

She sure is amazing voice....❤

[@mizzc6506]

I had to watch it several times...she is going to go far and may possibly win it 💜💜💜

[@thelastbender3703]

@@mizzc6506 I showed many people that clip saying this is my pick to win it all

[@graceyalson8343]

She’s a gift

[@MotoChicken]

You don’t WATCH Abi perform, you FEEL it. Wow.

[@rubenspereira7948]

Yeeeah! 😱🥹

[@Zoe_EK]

Exactly! I feel like floating and get such an inner sense of peace whenever I listen to her voice 🧚‍♂️✨

[@s611p]

Literally shut my eyes to feel it when she started singing

[@bluemoon472]

She is absolutely incredible. I love love LOVE her voice!!!!!

[@aaronjordan7602]

The switch between her chest voice and head voice is so beautiful. Her falsetto flutters like a butterfly. She's an unbelievable talent, she's my pick to win it all.

[@annamarieklups6499]

I was thinking about this too. Stunning work on Yellow Brick Road today ❤

[@jemhenry8199]

Idk why but when her brother said “my sister’s talented man” I got emotional. He was so proud of her. There’s nothing better in this world than getting the support of your family to follow your dreams 🥺❤️

[@marthalisk303]

Such a nice looking family, as well. Lol, bro got Ryan Sechrest down on the floor looking thru the crack under the door🤣

[@kennethschwartz9351]

Ok---just keep everyone behind the door with every contestant---can't stand it,

[@SajalSaun]

💕

[@guestguest9634]

Voice of an angel 👼

[@griffenfamily11]

He didn't feel ashamed to do it because he know his sister is gonna make it to the stars i would do it too to ne in the first raw seets to watch her make it​@@marthalisk303

[@regolf.d6519]

That family is special. From how humble she was walking in, to how her sister wipes a tear from the mother’s eye and her little brother exclaiming how talented his big sister is…… They were definitely raised right and I hope this girl gets everything she deserves.

[@spassgamer]

They are Christians. This is the reason. ❤

[@beccahday]

@@spassgamer with all due respect, no it absolutely is not. :)

[@oserratos]

I completely agree 💯

[@boris2835]

please.....nothing to do with being christians@@spassgamer

[@Vekev9]

Top 3 worst people on the planet...@@spassgamer

[@jennyph79]

I am absolutely obsessed with this audition. I keep coming back to it.

[@adamw7340]

Snap!

[@tamispringer5417]

Me too

[@tomkoa521]

Me too! It’s amazing! Seeing it all unfold! She is super talented and amazing!

[@sheliaholliday825]

I love this version

[@garyshimmel9037]

me too, fantastic

[@thesoapymitten]

She sounds like a classic Disney princess. 😢❤ Beautiful and enchanting voice.

[@LiLNitr0us]

I for one was thinking the absolute same thing. She sounds like a princess or something!! Kids would love her amazing voice

[@josephcook7370]

Can’t wait for Disney night and to see what Disney song she picks

[@keanamiller-wood4101]

That's why they dressed her like that!She looked ridiculous with that bow!If she is so amazing why did they remove Ziggy because Ziggy is a true talent and he is extraordinary!This little pin head there is millions of them!!!

[@courtneycoley8487]

​@@josephcook7370yes!!!!!

[@aeconiglio]

My cousin is a teacher with Abi's Mom. I have it on good authority that they're the most humble, precious family EVER ❤ Congrats, Abi! And huge congrats to her Mama! I had a single mom, and I'd be nothing without her and my siblings ❤

[@planetwalker798]

When I heard her say seven siblings and basically a single mom, I was wondering what that would look like? Seems she did a great job. How is that, when so many others seem to not have a clue?

[@d1srupt]

my teacher is her mom as well i absolutely love them

[@tamispringer5417]

I can NOT lusten to her enough!!!!!

[@gladysmedina5300]

Please tell them that from the bottom of my heart I pray to our God and Father Jehovah to continue blessing their beautiful and amazing lives, and may they accomplish every single goul with His guidance, best regards from Tegucigalpa, Honduras

[@user-re9dx9pb5s]

She's so sincere about tge wording ; great rendition.

[@DarioCruzMusic]

This will have a million views in the next 24 hours. Mark my words. I immediately came here after just watching it air. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@STARRSLOVE]

Me too! lol

[@shannonburley3134]

Same!

[@williambaire3252]

I'm a guy I I did too lol

[@steady5823]

Same!!

[@KhmaiMedia]

it's at 15K with this comment

[@IamtheLunchlady]

Aside from her gorgeous voice i was really touched by her piano playing. Shes a very skilled player

[@markt9614]

I noticed that too. This is not finger breaking Chopin-esque stuff. But she plays with the same sort of feeling she sings with.

[@lallyamanteofficial]

“I hope i do justice for you “ what a very humble artist !!!! The winner ! ❤❤❤❤

[@yesenia6191]

“Ive never heard the crew clap” are you kidding?! AMAZING

[@SmoothCriminaltripleOG]

Gotta love this ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PkmnTrnAnt]

The crew has clapped a few times.

[@tawnyrobinson3930]

@@PkmnTrnAntmaybe at the time she auditioned, the crew hadn’t clapped for anyone yet. These auditions are not in order when airing on tv.

[@PkmnTrnAnt]

​@@tawnyrobinson3930they've clapped a few times. There's auditions from 2019,2021,2022 online on American idols KZbin page from auditions where the crew clapped and shown on the video clapping. So unless those auditions from a few years ago were taped after this and somehow went in a time machine to upload them then you are correct. If no time machine was in play here then you are wrong.

[@PkmnTrnAnt]

​@@tawnyrobinson3930 the crew clapped for auditions in 2019,2021,2022 they even pan the camera to show it. You can only hear clapping in this video. The others actually show it.

[@mdgggf7657]

She doesn't just sing the song, she FEELS the song! I would buy her record right now. It was breathtaking!❤😮 P.S. I love those effortless "runs" she does.

[@SmoothCriminaltripleOG]

And just think how much better it could be done in a studio 😂😮😮😮😮

[@Ennie-of7it]

Exactly! I really think she has a bright future ahead

[@SmoothCriminaltripleOG]

Absolutely 👍

[@Stinger_tbx]

Brave Song Choice Billie & Finneas are songwriting Gods Abi hit a home run ❤

[@thepoetthatwasi1722]

@@Stinger_tbx songwriting gods . . . no apostrophe

[@_shidiy3481]

Its the brother saying his sister is talented and the other sister running with arms open towards her that made me emotional..pure

[@heidibullock8638]

I watch this over and over. This girl is some kind of special. She mesmerizes me.

[@22sojourner]

Oh, that's true for me, too & yes, she is.

[@Lovesseashellsanddogs]

She is something special 🥰🥰🥰. She’s definitely stolen my heart.

[@clgov6329]

She is so special, and her family as well 🥹💙

[@sophiamaria3932]

She’s the total package. Sings angelically, beautiful inside and out, and humble. I hope she wins it all ❤

[@crossoverbunchshow8793]

Me too ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@user-fw8df5wt6i]

Best comment ever! You are so right!

[@veronicafoley7492]

She was made to be a star🎉🔥🎉Absolutely stunning!!!!

[@azra.princeza]

I AGREE. I love love love her. ❤

[@nandanghernadilaga5612]

What a soft voice. Luv it

[@juliabennett4321]

I personally know Abi. She is good friends with my younger brother and sister. Her performance was moving and beautiful. She deserves to finally be recognized for her incredible talent. A winner for sure

[@thisrandomlife619]

She has my votes for sure! I have no words for what I just heard. Wow!

[@thisrandomlife619]

She is so talented. I can't wait to watch.

[@Gmalisaz]

I’ve watched this in my DVR 5x. ❤ Abi. Does she write music?

[@JayJay-ou9hu]

Pure.. I was holding back my tears..wish her for me.. from Malaysia

[@1dragonracing]

Could not hold back the tears. Absolutely beautiful job.

[@iluvnickjonas0502]

Blown away. One of the best voices i’ve heard in years.

[@jameelyusuf3323]

Nobody can top this audition this season. An audition like this is enough to take you the finale. I think we will get another big moment from her on Disney night.

[@shakebooty]

You called it!

[@AC-ju5yu]

That was not an audition. That was the start of a world tour. Beautiful, voice, piano and the most heartfelt emotional singing. Let's see how far her and the Voice can go.

[@JackOfAllTradessz]

I don’t even want to watch anymore auditions I just want to hear her next song!!!!

[@lizintexas1134]

Me too! I was wanting the full concert

[@billyrayvalentine7972]

That was the first day of the rest of her life.. She certainty was made for this.. Absolutely cuts you to the bone with her voice and delivery. She deserves all the wonderful things coming her way.

[@jamiepilgreen2410]

I love how Luke wiped a tear from his eye. Congrats honey, youll be going all the way!

[@sumixam12]

You know what i liked about her family's support? At the end when they got let in the room, they couldn't care less about Katy, Luke, and Lionel. They went straight to Abi, how awesome!

[@louern123]

very good point ❤

[@alexanderweaver7066]

I keep coming back to this audition (more like a stage performance!). I listened to the original, and Billie Eilish does an amazing job. However, Abi brought the song to life and tears in a this grown man's eyes. She sung her heart out. I put her rendition on my Playlist. Congratulations, Abi Carter! You are amazing!

[@louern123]

@@alexanderweaver7066 2 Million views ! 🎉🎉❤️❤️

[@holykissme]

"Don't hurt her. Don't hurt the child."

[@wtcarter2]

​I did, thought and felt the same way! I never heard Billie Eilish's song before. I had to look it up on KZbin! And I loved how Billie sang it! (It goes PERFECTLY with her video.) But Abi's is the ONLY version I remember! Those runs stick in my head! ​@@alexanderweaver7066

[@marypywtorak7798]

That is the best audition I have EVER heard. Give her a record deal. I could listen to her sing all day.

[@joanhg3956]

Agree. Best audition from top to bottom. Vocal, piano and presence.

[@PrincessErikaSinging]

Same

[@NewEnglandDiscGolfPirate]

I raise you Carly Rose Soneclar’s X-Factor audition

[@H.264James]

You haven’t listened to many auditions then. Sure she’s good, but no where near some of the legendary American idol auditions.

[@jase276]

@@H.264Jamesand yet Lionel literally said the same. Let her have this

[@mediamannaman]

One of the sweetest, tenderest, and most powerful auditions I have seen.

[@rravvia]

That lyric is devastating, and for a doll. Amazing. "Don't tell my boyfriend..." Stunning. Jaw dropping.

[@Super-mr4yn]

she's the winner of American idol. she will be popping up all over the radio and Spotify. mark my words. she's probably one of the best singers we've seen on the history of American idol

[@debjohnson8154]

Reminds me of lauren daigle with her voice and her heart...

[@stephencrosby9174]

No she isn’t Hailey Mai sounded better than her this year.

[@KhadijaMustafa-yt7dg]

@@stephencrosby9174 disagree a lot tbh. Hailey Mai doesn't have the full package. I really rooted for her in the voice but compared to Abi Carter? That girl got full runs done NATURALLY and it sounds more 'raw'. She has so much more diversity and potential when you compare.

[@michaelschey1084]

usually the judges comments "she will win it" never come true

[@TXNitroFord]

​@@michaelschey1084No they were pretty dead on with Laine Hardy so not all their looks are bad.

[@arob770]

Luke’s faces of pure disbelief the whole time are the best 🤣 Wow, she’s incredible. How many times have I watched this? Yes.

[@kennethschwartz9351]

Typical dumb Luke look

[@brendablantz5771]

I love her, she's Amazing!

[@unnamed6419]

@@Christ777_the world would be a better place if that were true, but in reality it’s an unrealistic expectation.

[@wtcarter2]

I've watched it dozens of times myself, and I've never tired of it. There's something magical about it. Billie's version was PERFECT, but Abi made it perfect in a completely new way. It's Abi's version that I remember now, not Billie's.

[@brendablantz5771]

I haven't watched it enough, gives .me goose bumps

[@Techridr]

I watched about 5 times in a row. She was perfect every one of those times

[@22sojourner]

I love this audition. I've played it many times over, and when my neighbor came over, I played it for her. Suddenly, her eyes welled up with tears, just like mine.

[@HeatherSVideos1]

The best one. Hands down. Like, it's not even a question.

[@hervecuisine]

Yesssss ! Angelic voice, humble personality, she doesn’t know … how good she is… everything is gathered to make a star. May she get the right guidance and entourage ❤

[@katjohnson9549]

Completely HUMBLE AND BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@LilyWhite-vo1bh]

completely BRAINWASHED by an #ImaginaryOldMaleInTheSkyLOL #FairyTales #PatriarchyBS #Delusions #BrainwashingWeakMinds

[@emilyclark9122]

I'm hoping Hollywood doesn't change her ❤

[@LindseyLeighAR]

This

[@wtcarter2]

I think her mom and siblings are her (best) entourage!

[@Elainelee74]

I believe she is one of the most talented people who have auditioned for American Idol She seems so humble as well.

[@cajunomics350]

I think it's the best audition I've seen. Alejandro is a close second.

[@efrenmoreno3]

@@cajunomics350Kennedi Anderson too

[@Therealaudrey1]

@@efrenmoreno3yessss she’s so talented too

[@Reyana929]

@@cajunomics350true alejandro the iconic one

[@dulsic]

her voice has a refined rawness that cuts through. It goes passed singing the notes, she conveys and pours her emotions out with her breaths.

[@dillwidit]

the look on Luke's face while she sang says it all. just beautiful. a gift from God 🙏

[@leorawr8322]

When Katy tells her, ‘What were you made for ?’ … you were made for this.❤ Brought me to damn tears 😭

[@123MacMac]

I thought that was Katy Perry,...............I never saw her act this mature

[@MrTsmall31]

You and me both 😢😅

[@drivingdiamonds2799]

I’m almost 60, and not ashamed to say I started crying in the first 10 seconds of hearing her voice! What a pure talent this beautiful young woman has. WOW wow wow!!

[@gerardvanbeek644]

I'm 63 and started to cry after 8 seconds. Man, what a talent.

[@lotacabrera7576]

Me too.. and I keep on watching her audition. It's just so good.. ❤

[@lisaguertin77]

Same for me. Her voice is angelic🌌

[@daigab.8645]

Dont be love, same here! I cried my eyes out ❤

[@charlenevansooy7671]

76! And cry every time I watch this clip❤️

[@whitewalker57]

Her brother saying “my Sisters talented”. Awesome, the love exuding all around that Family is awesome❤️

[@zenbear1206]

"Don't hurt her. Don't hurt that child." "We're invested." 🤣🤣🤣

[@shannonsaunders6336]

She's not only going to get to go to festivals, she's going to headline them. What a beautiful artist.

[@SteelyyDan]

I’ve heard this every idol season. Never happens unfortunately

[@Lisa_Uncensored]

@@SteelyyDanare you not aware of other seasons? AI artists are some of the biggest out today

[@shannonsaunders6336]

@@Kigoz4Life Many a musician out there performs songs other people have written for them. We also don't know she isn't capable of producing her own stuff yet.

[@shannonsaunders6336]

@@SteelyyDan Kelly Clarkson is doing fairly well for herself. Why sink the ship before it's left the dock?

[@TNgirl546]

@@shannonsaunders6336 Carrie Underwood

[@jasonl.3271]

You can tell she’s a natural musician the first notes on the piano. Beautiful rendition, better than the original IMHO

[@abigailgardner4178]

100%! I had to listen to Billie’s version too, which is great, but I LOVE Abi’s so much!!!

[@parall4x]

i had never heard the song before and listened to a quick clip of BE, sounded same initially. but i’ve listened to this version enough times now that i can really appreciate it…so much better imo wish AI would put these out on spotify

[@jasonl.3271]

I hadn’t heard the original either until after this. Billie’s version is faster tempo, not as much soul and passion in the song. They should put these out, similar to how Glee used to put out albums. I mean they’re on YT so why not.

[@planetwalker798]

I don't even know that song, but I agree with your comment.

[@camillem823]

I agree! Hers is BETTER than Billie’s!!!

[@shaneskim7]

This is such a feel good performance. Every time I watch it I hear a new pitch that's beautiful

[@streamingscreens9931]

Her runs and flips are beautiful. And the voice break kills. super dope tone.

[@BM-1402]

Holy shit. That was literally some of the most beautiful singing I’ve ever heard in my entire life. Woah, she’s incredible 🤯🤯🤯

[@kristophercarson1222]

I search and search for beautiful songs and this is by far number 1

[@bluemoon472]

I agree 1,000%!!!! Brought me to tears.

[@JAYLIMITLESS17]

Abi Carter has one of the purest voices I've ever heard. She has the voice of an angel. May God bless her and her family.

[@tinawedlakejohnnysangel]

Nailed it. I was groping for the perfect word to describe her voice and you said it: Pure. Angelic voice, to be sure. I agree.

[@user-wk9xr6sh5t]

I have listened to this so many times. I studied music, so I know a little bit about music. Her voice is so pure. The inflection on her notes are sang with such feeling. She is the whole package. I pray she stays this sweet young girl who sings with her heart. I truly could listen to this over and over!!! Praying for you Sister!!

[@vadimdale267]

I tell ya what, this is the best audition I have ever seen on any show, a masterclass. And how special is she as a person, and her family are just adorable. Truly beautiful to watch and a win for humanity.

[@decymbrfrank]

That little brother on the floor is all our little brother right there. The thumbs up from the little brother just made me think of mine and tugged at my heart strings ❤

[@LindseyLeighAR]

Yesss! Haha, when he dropped to the floor to hopefully hear his sister through the door ❤ That’s definitely what my siblings would do. That was real and beautiful

[@jenniferplumley1921]

To see Luke wipe a tear from his eye and to hear the crew applauding is absolutely incredible. The raw emotion felt during this performance is beautiful and breathtaking. She’s the winner!

[@SsoulBlade]

Wait, what? when?

[@mikeklug3369]

​@@SsoulBlade never. Not once did anybody wipe tears other than the singer herself. Trolls say some of the dumbest things to get attention

[@90MysteriumFascinans]

@@mikeklug3369what? The sisters against the door; one definitely wiped a tear off the other’s face

[@mikeklug3369]

@@90MysteriumFascinans OK let me correct myself. Not one time did any of the "judges" wipe any tears. Does that help you out.

[@wtcarter2]

​@@mikeklug3369not true. Anibel wiped a tear from Mom's eyes. (And I think Luke did a dab on his own.)

[@kristenmoon5289]

Can't get this song out of my head since watching this. You are so talented and can't wait to hear more from you girly!!! Good job judges for not even hesitating!

[@mikewalker7385]

I keep coming back to this version. This is the one. I just watched Kelly Clarkson sing the song and it didn't compare to this version.

[@Freddy19876]

I bawled my eyes out. One of the best Idol auditions ever. Made me think of the end of Barbie with the footage of mothers and daughters. Love this so much.

[@BucksCorner101]

That woman could sing the telephone book, and I'd still cry. I've never heard that song before, but holy Hannah. That was exceptional.

[@Jim3Mix]

Yes! Amazing.

[@lynnlees5608]

It's a Billie Eilish song

[@bradcrawford1998]

I haven't heard that song before either until Abi's performance, BUT it just won Billie Eilish two MAJOR awards including an Oscar. Abi did a GREAT job picking a BEAUTIFUL tune to audition, and making it her own elevating her tone in the song and melting the judges and America with her performance 😉

[@kristophercarson1222]

Yeah buddy.... incredible

[@ellykaye6633]

What makes a winner for me? THIS!! Humble, hasn’t been on other TV contest shows, feels what they sing, natural talent. She is the winner for me!

[@crossoverbunchshow8793]

Aggre

[@bernardanderson8140]

Luke constantly looking over at the judges got me 🥺

[@mattimous]

BEAUTIFUL. I can't even imagine being a part of family that loves each other so much. 😢

[@robinjohnson7220]

sending love to you! like a sister's hug. :)

[@Schmidteren]

If she becamse super famous, damn I hope it doesn't destory this beautiful human being.

[@alicekimpel5469]

It won’t. She had solid family support.

[@ismaelabdi3469]

The harsh reality

[@deboraheberhard4663]

I just have to add…when they discover talent like this, they should have an auto pass to a contract, because the entire world needs to hear voices like this, there is no competition. 😍💕

[@orlock20]

Voices like this have existed, but they tend to not be popular. Here are some examples: Salty Seas by Devics In Love With A View by Mojave 3 River Waltz by Cowboy Junkies My California by Beth Hart

[@kathrynguerrero9407]

This girl made me cry …. Soooooooo talented!!! Felt her voice in my heart ❤

[@azra.princeza]

Still go back to this audition ♥️ she’s incredible. I am SO proud of her. She’s WINNING this whole show. Love you Abi ♥️♥️♥️

[@lauraa6917]

She sings like her heart is breaking. 💔 So amazing. ❣

[@keanamiller-wood4101]

No.What you are hearing is the off key violin noise that is her singing voice.It isn't her heart breaking.How many girls sing exactly like her and they have that same jeans and crazy eyes.They all have that same exact outfit and they always play the piano.To look like they are multitalented.

[@DChia-nn2ib]

Her voice is so airy, angelic and emotional, it's like a breath of healing wind that flows over you ❤✨ Crazy beautiful

[@jeanniemayer2174]

I just love Abi's brother acknowledging her beautiful talent!!!❤

[@jasoncollin6042]

Everytime i watch this my eyes water. God bless you Abi ❤❤

[@geronimocramos]

Holy smokes. I’ve watched this 5x because it’s so good! This power, energy, voice is so compelling. So incredible to see Abi sing her heart and soul out. What a gift to the world!

[@user-lu3dx4hq9w]

Only 5 🤔 😂❤

[@aliciareneephotography8117]

From the first note, I see her on Grammys, movies, sound tracks,disney. She has it all.

[@josephkling3600]

"What was I made for," connects so deeply. I'm still trying to figure it out. The vulnerability is deeply understood. We'll figure this out... one day.

[@Mistyvalentine]

This is the first time an audition for American Idol has made me cry! That was so beautiful! I'm sorry, but in my opinion, she sang that better than Billie does! Her voice is amazing!

[@Lovesseashellsanddogs]

Same. ❤️❤️😭😭😭😭

[@catastrophicfella]

To be able to put that much feeling into playing the piano while also singing that soulfully - fantastic!

[@renewellstays]

I have watched this countless times, more than 20, and I am not kidding. I'm also not one to comment on videos but HOLY COW!!!! Literally in tears for how beautiful this was.

[@robvandiver8921]

I’ve also watched this many times now.

[@ekingston1694]

Me too😊

[@trenahh-m8300]

Same

[@wtcarter2]

Me, too! I've listened to this audition dozens of times and even though I love Billie Eilish's version, I love Abi's more! (Billy's is perfect! But so is Abi's! It's crazy!) Abi just LOVES to sing. In that respect, she's just like her mother. Her mom gave up her own singing career to have seven wonderful children. I think it was worth it!

[@wtcarter2]

It really is beautiful.

[@Ariadne147]

This made me cry, it touched me so much. That sweet girl and her lovely family! God bless her! I was a single mom and my daughter is now a music teach and a talented musician.

[@omniking2961]

I’m just amazed, can’t stop watching. I’m an instant fan!!!!!!

[@YeanGracie]

Been hearing this song sang by Billie Ellish so often on the radio, shopping malls, groceries stores, cafes but somehow Abi sang it, and it’s hit me, the words is so clear and the emotion is so mature, and I have tears! Well done Abi, see you in the Top 5!

[@raphalynsantos5946]

It was the swiping of the tear from the mom’s face (at least I think it was the mom) by her sister that did me in 😭, what a wonderfully loving family she has and what an AMAZINGLY TALENTED person YOU are Abi‼️ More power to you ❤

[@AmandaJYoungs]

Oh, I LOVE this voice. There's a cry in it, and such softness. Gorgeous.

[@tonyascarlett2413]

What a precious family. She looks so much like her Mama. Her brother is so proud of her.

[@KayzlePop]

When their version RIVALS the original! Absolutely STUNNING! Billie would be more than proud!

[@kristophercarson1222]

Billie who??? This is her song now lol

[@oliviahind2181]

No it’s definitely Billie’s she made it her own, she experimented different ways of how she should singing this song for the film. This style of Abi being one of them.

[@KayzlePop]

@@oliviahind2181 I'm thinking you meant 2 reply to the other person who replied to my comment cuz I'm not the one who said "it's her song now"... I said it rivals the original meaning it gives Billie's a good run for her $$ although I def think Billies (the original) is a clear winner! Not to mention she & Finneas wrote every lyric & note! Billie might not always belt it out & carry on (which is beautiful) but her unique style is not only sheer PERFECTION, but also can't be duplicated or even matched. Billie can sing the same song several different ways, a new way every performance & every one as good as the last. She has a helluva gift I would never begin to pretend any1 could do it better.. only saying Abi Carter def did it justice to say the least! (Sorry 4 the paragraph lol) 😅

[@cliveklg7739]

@@kristophercarson1222 oh FO, you've clearly never heard Billie sing in live.

[@pantuntambunan8079]

so relief to see family support each other, and the trust of God... and while sister wipe tears of mom.. amazing..

[@GymAcid]

You know someone sings so good when you find yourself watching this for the 5th time already Her eyes are insane when she is tearing up 🤩

[@TillThenPlease]

Holy crap! It's performances like this that get me watching America Idol! Wow

[@rjm1249]

That's a real God Given Gift ❤

[@mdgggf7657]

Amen! 😇

[@123MacMac]

Every single person has the gift from God of singing, through the Holy Ghost, nobody's special

[@Schmidteren]

That voice man. It just cuts right through. Damn!!! So freaking briliant!

[@miriamslack4086]

This girl makes me cry...her beautiful, beautiful voice....❤

[@phillipnaz9012]

Hands down best voice on the show. I called it the day I heard her too.

[@jenniferwright6411]

My goodness. I haven’t cried at an audition in…um, never. When Katie asked her what was she made for, and said “this”…I lost it 🥲

[@vandiep7954]

You should watch Kodi Lee’s audition on AGT

[@leeannhoffman3556]

This girl is a 🌟 and don't even really know it yet.❤ I've never heard nothing like that in a long time. Her voice got FEELS. 💯

[@orlock20]

I have, but the style isn't popular which is why many people haven't heard this style in awhile.

[@yssaa6647]

This is the first and only time I cried when listening to someone sing because it was so beautiful and hurtful at the same time.

[@natedawg1275]

Never seen Katy so engaged!!! She didn’t take her eyes off of Abi!!!! Instant connection

[@PMCJohn]

I wanna hear her sing Fields of Gold, I feel like her voice is just perfect for it

[@bradcrawford1998]

I think you could be onto something with Fields of Gold. With all the song choices out there probably a slim chance she sings it on idol though 😢 I think there are a chunk of songs she's got in her arsenal that she can pull off, that will sound AMAZING, maybe close to this classic moment on Idol.

[@kitnfreek]

Check out the version of Fields of Gold by Tara MacLean. Will scratch that itch.

[@anitaj.4991]

@@kitnfreek Check out Fields of Gold by Eva Cassidy. Recorded in the 90's. Her voice is timeless. A huge loss that she was gone so soon.

[@wtcarter2]

Thank you for the suggestion! (I don't know the song, but I'd like to hear Abi sing it.) I forwarded your suggestion to Mom so Abi will probably get it. 🤞

[@strumbum946]

@@wtcarter2- How about “My Immortal” by Amy Lee with Evanescence? Abi’s tone and register is very similar to Amy’s. Abi is AWESOME!

[@justinchristian3374]

That was phenomenal…and what a beautiful supportive family….

[@danielmclinn5963]

That makes me tear up. She’s so sweet and genuine.

[@lainy8742]

She made it to Top 3! And has grown into a superstar. Vote for her!!

[@laneyloo8118]

The family trying to listen thru the door was the sweetest most loving thing!!❤❤❤❤

[@sokalsophia4687]

Abi, abi, abi. Just FLAWLESS…. STUNNING VOCALS, JUST AHWWWWWW….. I JUST CRY EVERY TIME I PLAY IT,. ALL 34 TIMES IVE PLAYED IT AND, IT IS JUST TIMELESS. IVE NEVER HEARD ANYONE SING FROM THEIR SOUL LIKE THIS… WOW WOW WOW…. YOU, ARE GOING FAR.. VERY VERY FAR…..

[@raihusain7425]

Luke is in tears 🥰

[@chassidywhisenant2545]

She is truly amazing

[@whitneydoiron1949]

Are you kidding me??? Abi Carter - you touched every emotion I have! Thank you God for Abi, her family's love and support and for giving me the privilege of feeling you through her voice!

[@beardown6574]

That's a special voice. What a gift. Some of those notes just so beautiful

[@gregolson4655]

My wife and I have been watching this show since its inception and have seen some amazing talent but never have we seen anyone like Abi Carter.

[@wtcarter2]

Thank you. Her mom and I started watching it from AI's debut on June 11th, 2002. Abi was still in the womb. But at Mom's next sonogram visit, our doctor said "She's singing!" I kid you not! And she has never stopped. She was meant to sing. She has been doing it since before she was born.

[@22sojourner]

@@wtcarter2 Abi's audition was mesmerizing.

[@wtcarter2]

​@@22sojournerIt was performance quality! I've watched the whole thing a dozen or more times!

[@22sojourner]

@@wtcarter2 I agree. I'm proud of her & she's your awesome daughter. I listen to it a lot; the emotional vibes are intense. Then, for many of us, realizing she worked tirelessly to perfect her skills along with her talent makes these moments more meaningful and joyful. You can count me among her many fans.

[@wtcarter2]

Abi's mom and I watched it when it debuted on June 11, 2002...and for many years after. Abi was born about a month later. When her mom got her last sonogram, the doctor told her he had NEVER heard what he was hearing: our daughter was SINGING in the womb. Abi has literally been singing since BEFORE she was born! True story.

[@carolhilliard9750]

Been a fan of American Idol since the beginning. This is, by far, the absolute best audition...ever!