Every Original Song From Season 21! - American Idol 2023

Our 2023 singer-songwriters were talented WAY beyond their years! Which original tune was your favorite? 🎶 #IDOL
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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 2023
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 21st season.

[@AmericanIdol]

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[@Keiron-pw6sl]

I'm from England maybe one day when I get to America

[@EstherBusari]

❤😊

[@katyeatsea2853]

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[@joeymorton4878]

Katie’s facial expressions are hysterical at the mark 13:49

[@janelletobler-pg9dx]

Y’all, I hardly ever comment on anything. But I enjoy reading everything. However, today, I had a particularly hard time. I was feeling suicidal and at the very least I wanted to harm myself seriously. Thank God I have friends who were wanting to get me help and I was able to be talked down. I say this because God knows me and what I need. Just hearing these stories and how it affects the other people who live in after you…I never want to hurt anybody. I needed to see this different perspective. Thanks for letting me share.

[@shyamkrishnasancheti7898]

Hang in there .... There is Sunshine for Us at the end of the dark road. Keep shining. Keep up that smile it does melt a lot of hearts... You are valuable... Listening to songs and music helps and soothes you. Just don't give up. Believe me the universe wants you more than you want it...

[@tommyspencer07]

There’s always someone to talk to. Sometimes the best person to talk to is someone that you don’t even know. My mom lost a battle of depression and she took 120 pills to check out of here. It didn’t hurt her, it hurt everyone around her. My life hasn’t been the same since. Hang in there.

[@TracyROCKSummers-dv9vt]

​@@shyamkrishnasancheti7898😢 AMEN

[@TracyROCKSummers-dv9vt]

I know exactly how you feel 😢!!

[@carlosreal6498]

Music Truly is Medicinal and Remember your not alone 🙏🤙🐾

[@jennawashington4210]

John singing to his grandfather has tears in my eyes only because he's loving him so much as a grandfather and someone he looks up to wholeheartedly and accepts his grandfather just as he is and who he is!! ❤😊

[@annad5130]

I don’t think he was keeping a secret from anyone, cause it was pretty obvious at first glance.

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

The first song ,she did an amazing job writing it.

[@momcgill-smith1221]

The young man singing Osage County is absolutely adorable!

[@delshammaa]

Lionel Richie is not only the best singer alive and an absolute legend, he’s also got the kindest heart and soul there is! Bless him, and wished the world can learn from this 🙏

[@thomasserein9110]

No.

[@LifeYahPeace]

@@thomasserein9110😅😂😂

[@thomasserein9110]

@@LifeYahPeace RIP Tupac.

[@karrietownsend4770]

Lionel Richie, Katey Perry & Luke Bryan are amazing people and artists. I have always loved there music and i am a big fan of each of them. Love u guys and keep up the good work

[@user-ek8nc1tu5y]

Hey how are you doing

[@lazadodomingoiv]

John Wayne's pure heart is amazing!

[@rclarkson5]

God don’t make junk!

[@katehughes453]

Great story n song I cried

[@jalisha7115]

She just spoke for a lot of young ladies at that age. And how us older use to actually feel. And Katy right. That song has so much potential

[@MRprod.]

Most of these song are pro song writer level. Great showcase of storytelling !

[@souldoc123]

and,if it be sing by famous stars,it absolutely hits!sometimes not so good songs are on top only by famous singers...and conterwise...

[@zackjohnson5479]

Something to write about could be on the radio right now. Damn

[@katl7227]

I predict that Haven Madison is going to be your next American Idol winner. Her vocal chords and song writing at 16, is absolutely incredible. She has a very special gift. I don’t think she knows how good she is. And the look on her dads face, says it all. Incredible job girl. I’m looking forward to watch you blossom on the show. You got my vote all the way through. I am a new fan.

[@tannereustace]

She got top 10 last season!

[@jonathannguyen8213]

I already AM a one of million fan!🫶🫶💐

[@debbiebeaulieu6787]

Haven has a beautiful voice but she was clearly didnt have a fan base to pull her through...she was in top 5 tho...beautiful talented young lady 🎵⭐️

[@jacobmerz2803]

She was top 5 but iam just had a way about him that captivated everyone and propelled him to.winning.

[@LifeYahPeace]

@@jacobmerz2803missed it! So there was a person named iam?😅

[@SarahBoyntonPoetogenics]

Something to write about! TEARS STREAMING

[@roseq88]

Yess! Same!! Just came hear to leave this comment!!❤

[@gee2080]

TRUE!

[@favouredgrace1574]

You betcha!! Definately Somethin to write about!!! Blessings to you!

[@user-tf1gj8bv1f]

Lionel Richie is an amazing, sincere person. Love em.

[@svan1778]

The gentlemen with autism has in incredible voice and easily the best written song of this bunch. I don’t think the judges gave him enough credit for his talent

[@gabrielhathcock1848]

He has a very Elton John aura about him

[@user-xw1he5si7c]

I agree

[@arielchung8997]

It was how it was sung, to be honest. I think a little more self control would have taken the song to another level

[@milwaukeegolden]

Writes like YES, wakeman chord changes.

[@svan1778]

@@arielchung8997 I guess though I think helped show the emotion in the song

[@user-mb7fw3wm2y]

I’m glad that your brother hung on and wanted to live!!!! You’re a great sister 💕💕 Sadly, my twin sister gave up on life 17yrs ago and I miss her terribly………..,

[@freaksofnaturebegone9937]

I absolutely love Preston. I am a grandmother and I have a 19-year-old grandson. I haven’t been well lately and I’ve been really close to dying already. I’m not afraid of dying but I am afraid of leaving my grandson behind. I just know how much he is going to.hurt. Your mother is very proud of you from Heaven Preston. And when I get to Heaven, I will find your mother and tell her what a great son she has. I wish you all the luck. You have a beautiful voice and remind me of Keith Urban. Good luck, young man.

[@LifeYahPeace]

Hopefully if you are able to find out how to heal your body you can live longer. Maybe start with celery juice fasting.

[@Keiron-pw6sl]

The first girl has an incredible voice

[@tylerj44]

Haven Madison's song is something that I feel could be part of a Disney movie soundtrack

[@arielchung8997]

She’s gonna be the next Taylor Swift

[@ruthjesse6759]

Fabulous!!! Haven Madison is totally awesome, just love the songs she writes and she sings beautifully!!!!!

[@user-ek8nc1tu5y]

Hey how are you doing

[@NenoNk-ed8eg]

Greetings from Mexico I came across your comment and I just had to reach out and say hi. Your perspective really caught my attention and I would love to get to know you better. Would you be interested in chatting sometime? Looking forward to hear back fr u ❤

[@doninis1354]

There are a lot of Rays out there and now there is a song out there "Ray", don't hide away there is some one who is listening. The "Orange County" touched me and know that feeling. Home is home but sometimes you have to moove, but it is stil home.

[@EnSerio71]

Haven's outfit such a perfect contrast to such a mature song.

[@beverlydiltz2604]

I love her song. She hits you in the heart.

[@christinalee7985]

Wow!!! She's amazing! you better have her win! she needs contracts!!!! awesome voice and writing ability

[@TheLonghandle]

The song something to write about made me teary eyed cause I lost my mom to soon as well. His voice is phenomenal

[@myt1soo320]

Great lyrics....amazing girl and I love dad's reaction :) Just a thought....but I wish the last line ended with, "what if everything stays the same...."

[@pumpkinpuna4087]

@4:32~~ OMG !!!!! that black & turquoise dress Katy is wearing is absolutely beautiful

[@ExoticEmber682]

The guy in the purple was so good to me

[@jlynn1001]

Damn. I have never heard an audition of an original song that has made me want it on my playlist. Preston…my man…first song written?!?! Holy shit

[@karenfisher589]

Oh wow 😮Preston definitely has Something to Write About

[@lewthrasher5865]

I think it's such an awesome talent that some can put their deep dark feelings into song. They touch us of those that can't.

[@LifeYahPeace]

Well, the problem is that those who really can go there can have a curse too. Sometimes that gift can be difficult to deal with. Focusing too much on emotions can be manipulative and be used as a sword. Not everyone should listen to too overly emotional songs. It’s not healthy to be led by one’s feelings.

[@JenShea]

Holy Cow! The first young lady, that was amazing.

[@harriethudson9105]

Stopped the tape but the song hasn't shut off yet in my brain! Lol It's a hit!❤🎉🎉🎉

[@danielhannigan]

Am I the only one who cried the whole way through 😅🥹

[@newhairstylestips]

Lionel Richie, Katey Perry & Luke Bryan, I love you!

[@matthowland1770]

I adore Piano music and I could listen to the Nero divergent kid play All day and night I was hanging on every note.

[@LolaSky1996]

Haven brought me to tears both times. ❤ (not the last time) Osage County was beautiful. That sour skies song was simple and beautiful. Boulders and People Pleaser ❤🎉

[@rbaleksandar]

I don't recommend going with an original to such a show. If you do that, they own it.

[@momurda0937]

Preston's voice is it! My goodness! First few words and i was ready to fly him to Hollywood if they didn't... my goodness!

[@sophiedionne3603]

My daughter got her dx of autism at 2 and she has perfect pitch! She is now 8 and we just inrolled her in a music school!

[@lisakane6708]

i've been a fan of this tv show since the original judges were on the show

[@MadsWorld34]

i am new to music and almost 3 days older than dirt. but because of these $12000 hearing aids i am no longer tone deaf. and i'm still learning different sounds. so i cant say good or bad about the first girls voice, but i liked it and then when you 3 went wild over it i had to back it up again and lesson to her words and this girl felt that song like she was living it. and i really hope she does good. and as i learn more i hope to hear her more.

[@renee1513]

I am going to recommend the song Medusa in chains by the fratellis. Hated it the first time I heard it but after a while it had something my ears craved.

[@user-ek8nc1tu5y]

Hey

[@This6Isnt6Real6]

Haven Madison has a bright future ahead of her!

[@veronicacastillo3054]

Something to write about is an amazing song

[@libbydavies2056]

Thr firdt girl is so talented i love their reactions

[@ryderaunlein3457]

They breed em talented in Osage County..... loved that storytelling. But tbh, for me, We Ani is in a class all of her own. She's ready to be a star.

[@LifeYahPeace]

Who was We Ani? 😅

[@azcowboy1963]

Breathtaking voice and song is awesome.

[@florencegacheru7766]

Luke Bryan laughter is infectious. He doesn't hold back when something is funny. Pure soul he is❤

[@giannishen]

My heart is completely broken, American Idol is my favorite show, but someone blocked my comment to cover up the truth! Please kindly change the sort by to see what's really going on!

[@jodiwhite742]

Well she deserved the Platinum ticket 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Those contestants who are granted the platinum ticket not only get to advance to Hollywood, like their gold-ticketed peers, but they also get to skip the first Hollywood round. The platinum tickets are awarded by judges based on contestants who stand out in their audition. That was HER performance ❤❤❤❤❤

[@0715marian]

15 is a great song for Disney princess

[@NikkiJayArtistry]

I love these 3 judges together

[@xp9841]

loved the first singer fantastic

[@sheilanelson4091]

Love 💜 Haven Madison continue to believe she'll go far and stay authentic humble & true to herself

[@user-ek8nc1tu5y]

Hey How are you doing

[@elijahdavis-dunham6988]

Preston's song hit me to the core. Phil Kanes song to coming from a small town that hits me hard. But havens song everyone and I mean everyone can relate to right now. Adults can hear that and just remember what it was like at 15 myself as a parent haven't faced the challenges of a 15 year old yet but man that song hits it on the nail.

[@LadyHawkeLeisa]

Beautiful melodious voice paired with songwriting skills, wonderful.

[@Sandro-ij7te]

The most polite judges I ever seen in these kind of Shows regardless the votes.

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

So many incredible singers/songwriters! I remember years ago my husband and I were fortunate to see Tina Turner perform in concert in San Antonio, TX. She was amazing! Lionel was her “opening act”. All of the young girls in the audience knew each and every word to Lionel’s songs and even sang along with him! It was an incredible evening and one that we will never forget! RIP, Miss Tina 🙏

[@peterjeffery1854]

4 of my long term partners are dead from cancer and one was a heart attack 2 were 37 one was 45 and the other was in her 60s but the oldest one was my first long term partner my wife was the 45 year old and my last partner. I have not dated anyone since i was 50 when she passed away Im now 63 but i miss all of them in different ways music, and fishing mostly because i was lucky that 3 of them loved fishing or watching me catch fish so i was blessed in that way

[@MckenzieBlackledge]

Such amazing singer. Love her songs.❤

[@TheFarminguy]

Haven madison is AMAZING

[@zigman1976]

It is a beautifully written song. She has lots of potential. I thought the vocals were just a tad stressed at times and the transitions between the highs and lows were somewhat random but like Katy said the song has a lot of potential.

[@JG-gn9oq]

all these are great original songs, but that Osage county was something else

[@MaximumDivine]

Lionel Ritchie has such a good heart ❤️

[@sheilanelson4091]

All very talented, loved Prestons original so heartfelt

[@makelifematter1896]

❤you go girl beautiful and your father God Bless you

[@theundeadofficial4219]

So many great songs here

[@chivskigaming]

15 is a great song. That's a hit single.

[@ProudtobeFilip]

16:47 awesome song writing listen to the composition, it's awesome.

[@TaverenTech]

Reminds me of my son, who at 8yrs old can play almost any classical piece on piano after only 3mo of piano lessons. He amazes me every time.

[@lynettemaronge7301]

GORGEOUS 🎶🎵

[@ManjitVerma45]

Amezing Voice So Beautiful voice And so Peace full voice 😘☺️👏👍👌👌

[@awanaruan3808]

Haven Madison is Disney material..

[@sallytidwell7804]

Glad I got to hear 🙉 her song!🎉

[@parrothead7028]

My friend Alyssa is counting on me. She told me to sign up for the audition and I did It’s a huge step for me because I’ve never experienced it before

[@ropi8739]

The best of luck to you then!!

[@mayannbarredo8417]

Go for it🤍

[@andreapokiak9639]

All awesome amazing singers ❤️

[@kirkengnath5501]

This song spoke for everyone, what if we want it now. We all have the same feeling that we have been through enough in our live's. Through our Father God we can handle anything that come's our way. Why do we have to wait for happieness, love, or someone to talk to. Because we may be on a ledge, or one click away from our brain's being all over the wall's maybe a splat on the ground below. We need salvation NOW, love cost nothing. If it dose cost something it's not real or true love and that happiness is gone when the money run's out. What if we want it NOW?

[@leer.ramsey1175]

Haven Madison all of Clarksville TN is cheering for you

[@agusatmadja8064]

JOHN WYNE...YOU HAVE A GOOD VOICE...N I REALLY WISH YOU THE BEST OF.LUCK N YOUR GRANPA TOO..IS BEAUTIFULLY SONG GOOD.JOB JOHN..KEEP DOING GOOD JOB..👍👌👌👏👏

[@deanakalberg4540]

I would buy that song right now! And I am 52, far from fifteen, excellent 👌

[@harveydoherty6995]

Wow! That girl Madison is unbelievable. Writing- vocals!

[@dessgracia8469]

Oh man, i needed you by haven hits hard.

[@motownnow]

#Yes #Music #Singer #Loyal #Fan #HollywoodRockStars #Entertainment

[@renneclover3636]

Preston,im sorry hun ,your mom raised a good man,god hears your heart ,your mom will always be your muse , don't lose that no matter where life takes you,her love is inside you,no matter what keep signing,shine ,my husband struggles he has his days ,we try to keep him going,god bless you hun

[@marievella2023]

I LIKE LIONEL RICHIE. HE is a Legend and I really like his voice and songs. He is a good judge and he know how to appreciate the contenders.

[@sallytidwell7804]

🎉 Glad I got to hear 🙉 her song!💐

[@bab1374]

Beautiful voice! Love it!❤❤❤❤❤

[@danielrandolph9170]

Luke you need to walk to your deer stand instead of in a side by side 🤣🤣 yal stay safe !

[@philosopher8358]

Awesome! What a great song writer and song!❤

[@Sophisity111]

Don’t Call me is pretty catchy so I can see why they judges sang it

[@erinh8298]

That was beautiful!!

[@mohammedshbiney5676]

Lucy love ..boulders . What a voice . What auditioning . This is the first time i have hear this 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@michaelrowley8831]

WOW these Lyrics and Passion she’s 16 omg omg absolutely blown away Bravo Great job 🎉🎉🎉🎉💯💯💯💯🎉🎉🎉

[@gregorycook9476]

Wow! So much beauty and talent in this world. I wouldnt want to ever live anywhere else.

[@kenny2624]

Look I'm open-minded and I got goosebumps that's pretty good well done..

[@beadergrl]

In so glad you did this! I have difficulty with glitches with offset, saving etc. It won't let me download new fonts. I was sure it was my internet or laptop. If someone made a program compatible with cricute devices they'd make a lot of money. It seems I've had more problems with cricut design soace over the past few months.

[@guadalupelucio9429]

The first an now the second people who sang were amazing good

[@user-kb7cb6fi3n]

I really liked his song.

[@robinsommerhauser-sz1jh]

What if I wamt now singer!!!! Love❤!

[@jessedeanda7209]

Beautiful!