Iam Tongi - All Finale Performances / American Idol 2023 | REACTION

[@danibrockett8317]

Mahalo for supporting IAM. This is the most memorable night in all American Idol History final nights past and future. I don’t believe there has been a contestant more loved by the world watching the show ever. He has had perfect choices of song every week. He so in his zone with his local island style. There was not a dry eye watching on TV, or in the audience, such a difference in singing made it so touching. When IAM broke down and looked at James for help, James was so empathetic to IAM, pushing him on. (I couldn’t help but let out a sob at that moment) That big tight Hug at the End told it all. Agree 💯 to your reaction comment. IMUA IAM TONGI. ❤

[@ellenmatagi6040]

Lol❤❤❤ ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 😍 You are sooo staunch lol I've never seen you cry lol 😆 watching you from Auckland New Zealand ❤ u r awesome

[@wk3960]

He shooked up the world in his first performance and he brought it down in his final 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 Epic

[@PYC000]

This song gets me every time. Bless Iam and thanks to James Blunt for his beautiful song and his support.

[@djquiksilva]

Cheeeehuuuuu Iam 🤙🏽

[@phylisscarpenter4137]

Epic

[@marilynsmenagerie11]

This was a GOD GIVEN EVENT when Iam was placed on this earth! HE has turned the whole world upside down to make humanity understand the meaning of love and humility through this young man.

[@preciousprecious6358]

Thank-you and Mahalo

[@nancy9891]

It’s been fun watching you react to Iam’s journey. He’s singing a Keith Urban song as did Megan and Colin because Keith was their mentor. Iam did an absolute beautiful version of this song! Cool Down was so fun and Monsters had us crying again! What a great season. This young man is ready to entertain everyone! 🌺🌈🌺

[@usovinny7567]

It was one of the best seasons of the show! Not just cause of Iam but all of the contestants were amazing, they’re such a stellar group!

[@dianeritthaler7792]

The background singers and musicians were AMAZING as well

[@TennesseeYaya]

Thank you for supporting Iam and your reactions. I’ve taught music a long time and he has the most beautiful, unique voice I’ve ever heard. It touched my heart to see Jelly Roll put his arm around Iam’s mom. Then James Blunt… what a kind, considerate man. Iam has touched the world, soul to soul.

[@leamoracco3244]

Thank you for sharing! Loved your reaction!

[@dianeritthaler7792]

This was the most emotional performance I have ever heard especially knowing his story. This young man is still grieving. James Blount was so compassionate to Iam and helped him get through it 😢❤🎉 So glad he 🏆 won❤

[@theresasears5968]

I'm a iam fan.ty for showing his journey

[@williamwilson9283]

Iam is the winner. Yessuh!!❤❤🎉

[@LadyShannonC]

The best finale in American Idol history 😢😢😢😢

[@monalisabrewster182]

You're gonna love it !!! He made us soooooo proud. 🤙🏼

[@dianeritthaler7792]

The song Making memories of us was a song his Mom and Dad use to dance to in their home. Cool Down just makes you want to go to the beach🎉

[@ce7768]

You are missing the video of his homecoming to Hawaii. American Idol didn't upload that. Having context is key bc intros are nissing. Even the Monsters duet is incomplete bc they missed the hug at the end and that was another monumental part of the song esp with the long hug and kiss on the cheek. James was a great support bc he was shaking in the beginning emotional but once Iam missed his part, he pulled it together to be there for him. TALENTKINGHD channel has them..we are glad to support him..

[@soletekerisi]

I see you over here with the reactions!! LFG! Keep up the good work brother. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@josebejarano8915]

That’s correct you can see the song again and you feel it like is the first time you see it

[@lopanuucla5481]

Thanks Toko-uso!! Ofa atu!! (Love u mon)

[@kisalei]

🫶🏽mahalo

[@LeeorEngelstein]

The monsters finale was far from technically perfect…. But that didn’t matter, it was perfect for the soul.

[@dallaschang4350]

Kolohe Kai Cool Down

[@dianeritthaler7792]

Sorry you loat your Dad. I miss mine too😢