Iam Tongi Returns To Sing His Brilliant Song "Why Kiki" - American Idol 2024

[@signalfire15]

Crazy how the moment he opens his mouth to sing it becomes so clear how he won the whole show. He’s got something so SPECIAL. It’s just evident in his being. I love the song too!!

[@MelissaMarieBrown-ux3ey]

Iam sure did❤

[@christopherburns8876]

YESSAH

[@KatHenderson.]

My cat is even addicted to him, and comes running when she hears his voice 😂

[@jeremiahfreeman8951]

Yep unfortunately the studio ruins his voice. Which is why noone will buy his music. That said people are gonna be lined up to see him live.

[@jeremiahfreeman8951]

I'm not bad mouthing him either. He's my favorite American idol singer ALL time. I also love David cook and David archuleta also Caleb johnson

[@bradylang3038]

Back like he never left. Easily one of the best American Idol winners of all time.

[@lucidarose613]

Agreed, so smooth.

[@wxkat]

I think he’s become more confident and comfortable on stage since the show. Being back home, not having to compete this time, and singing an original song… all of that definitely shows here.

[@La_Vida_es_Bella1]

I am sick, I was feeling down with Covid like symptoms and then I listen to this kid! Wow makes my spirit feels better

[@crystalbluewaters]

Truly hope you feel better soon! Love listening to iam's songs whether its to do things or needing a mood adjustment. You can't help but feel his smile & love of music through his voice.

[@Azazel_Pembroke_Synnove]

He’s still fantastic.

[@copp214]

He still shining like a gem. Brilliant vocalist.

[@Etrielle]

When you hear this and think "he could win this show!" only to realize that he already won the last season 😂 Well deserved 👏🏼

[@searching1029]

😂😂really though!

[@BrooklynneAsh-bj4xk]

I loved how the moment they announced him everyone started screaming. He still has an impact a year later. Love you Iam. Yessah!🤙

[@HeroShades]

Loved seeing Iam again! Such an amazing song! It's exactly the kind of song he would write and sing. I'm not surprised he wrote this. It's good that the record label is actually letting him do his own thing unlike the other winners who are stuck with the contract.

[@Swarat1962]

So smoothe. Love him for being authentic to his culture. God bless him

[@ninakaiser2930]

He is simply amazing - great song, too!

[@TheRandomView]

A natural. I'd listen anytime.

[@Charlene-s8w]

Ill ALWAYS be a fan of Iam.....one of the best winners to come out of Idols

[@florayes]

The three judges smiling like three proud parents.

[@pamgribas6379]

Tuned in just to hear Tongi! He was fantastic!

[@leobonek3204]

I'd really like to see him come to my city and perform.... He is amazing.... I love Hawaiian music.... And he is keeping IZ alive

[@KatHenderson.]

Already performing lots of places big and small this year. You should check his schedule. And he’ll be adding more later. Last year he added a ton of east coast and even international to fall and winter

[@jordyb4658]

Geez, he's just so special. What a singer...

[@Carol-sb3sj]

Still Loving you. Can't stop hearing enough. Keep on singing Iam Tongi?

[@alexrambo3325]

This guy has the voice of an angel

[@pamgribas6379]

He does, indeed!😅

[@gogirl709]

Iam bringing back those island vibes and sounding like paradise!

[@margaritacolmenares631]

Just amazing to see Ian Tongi performing again!! American Idol!! Just love him 🌺❤️

[@davekoot7880]

His confidence increased by so much, he is enjoying it way more it looks like

[@crystalbluewaters]

I remember his hawaii top 26 after performing don't let go he walked backstage eyes just sparkling with joy. Then his excitement later on to get out on stage to perform, & ryan had to pull him back to give him his results. He's a natural performer! His enthusiasm is infectious

[@kamakoa]

Let's go Iam cheehoohoooo yessah

[@justinlee3017]

I wasn't really digging tonight's show until Iam showed up. If they let him compete again, he'd win again, no doubt about it.

[@crystalbluewaters]

For consistancy this season from the getgo, i'm calling will moseley this season with jack block runner up. Will sounds like a cross between chris stapleton & toby keith, and should be on the radio already. But yes, if iam were able to run again, hands down he'd be at the top!

[@doodlepops707]

Don't watch. It's that simple. Bye! 👋

[@rosaolivo353]

A beautiful soul!

[@GERTRUDESALE]

Love when Iam is on the stage! He had the best season ever! Love this kids big fan!!!

[@melissamanus5037]

Team Tongi since day one.Your smile along with your voice makes my day everytime! #lovefromkauai #cheehoo

[@charmainep1602]

He's baaaaaack!! Yessah 🤙🩴🩴🏝🌴🌺🔥

[@jillianbalcazar5491]

When Iam Tongi sing His New single ''Why Kiki'' During His performance At Disney's Hawaii of American Idol Tonight Wow I thought He did such A great & Amazing Job, It was So Entertainment I felt like dancing, It was good to see Him back home!!!

[@pamgribas6379]

Yes, he took to the stage and made it his show....AGAIN!😊

[@pamgribas6379]

Tongi stole the show!!!😊

[@sallyrobbins7770]

We still love you!!! xxxxxx!!

[@Slo457]

Can't believe it's been a year! So proud of you Iam!! 🫶🏽🇹🇴

[@ConcertgoerJ.R.]

Iam’s just an amazing artist, he earned that win!

[@lisamaldonado]

So cool and confident. Love him!!!!

[@evelynoliveira922]

I really hope Iam is taking good care of his health. The world needs him, he must live a long life!!! Everytime I listen to "Monsters" by James Blunt I cry remembering Iam's live performance in audition and at the stage with James himself. A pure soul who brings joy whenever he starts singing.

[@stinire6718]

🙏🙏🙏

[@Lordofmunchies]

The boy singing is proof how catchy this song is. God bless Iam Tongi!

[@Shea3224]

Iam Tongi, your sweet Daddy, your Beautiful Angel is so proud of you!! I voted for you throughout all last season, & I've never looked back!! You are a BEAUTIFUL GEM!! I LOVE YOU IAM TONGI!! 💜 & Aw. My heart. The Little Boy singing his heart out with Iam, & the whole Audience!! 😍💜

[@HipHop-vg7cd]

Perfection to my ears!!! His voice is like wrapping up in your favorite blanket, all safe and warm ❤💯👏👏👏

[@tmahue9541]

Yayy IAM!!! ❤❤❤ I'm so proud of you Iam ❤️ I was jamming along with that little boy singing all the lyrics. yessah!!

[@amyelizabeth529]

So happy to see you, Iam. You look relaxed, happy and at peace. And your voice makes us all feel the same way. Just lovely.

[@stephmartin1148]

LOVE HIM and his music!! 🤩

[@laureenfirehorse7544]

Here's the guy! Always a happy fun time and you want to dance too!

[@rr7508]

I only clicked to see iam ❤

[@Snide01]

Love his vibe.....

[@JenShea]

What a great song! Congratulations Iam! Adorable to see the little boy, in blue, singing along 😊

[@yolondalewis9755]

ohhhhh my goodness Iam i am gonna be singing this song all day.....love the beat and your singing is beautiful!

[@hermosasons1]

My Song ❤ He sings perfectly ❤

[@bvmheart]

Now he is the BIGGEST❤ POST WINNER AI 💪🏽Hawaii 🌺

[@danymendoza8476]

He is magical🎉❤

[@Coolcatz2500]

Top 3 in my book!!! Excellent control. Smooth. Great style!!!!

[@rosamuniz68]

Aloha Iam from Delaware…keep shining like the star you are ❣️🎶🥰

[@LenyllsonMoura]

This song reminds me "Tenho Paz" from "Pedro Valença". A gifted brazilian composer and singer. Such a beautiful song.

[@crystalbluewaters]

He reminds me of a cross between brother iz, josh tatofi, spawnbreezie, kolohe kai & maoli all rolled up into one beautiful package, with his own voice & flava. Will look into the artist you mentioned! Iam's fan base intro'd me to brother iz, tatofi & maoli, & iam intro'd spawnbreezie & kolohe kai with his 2 covers on american idol. Love being intro'd to new artists i never heard of.

[@jjohnsmith5801]

good to see him back

[@ClareCunningham-ic1vb]

Still my favourite idol!

[@flutetubamorg]

Why Kiki = Waikiki...very clever! LOVE this song!

[@libertyna933]

Yep that was my first thought too.

[@jesto3740]

The little boy is so cute. Future American Idol.

[@KatHenderson.]

Was thinking the same thing 😂

[@Soirse8]

He’s fantastic .

[@sterlingchef]

sung so perfectly and comfortably! just beautiful!

[@earnestvalentinofanpage1187]

Uhg i love Iam so much! I could listen to him all day.

[@nwananka]

Instant classic.

[@magdalenaszczech6123]

I LOVE it!!! Such a pleasure to listen to! Bravo!!👏🏻

[@AndrewTimothy91]

Awesome! Have him perform every episode please

[@melissamanus5037]

Yes! I've been waiting for him to show up this season!

[@bettymunguia2136]

Love you Iam ❤❤😊😊

[@noah-jamesmarkham1903]

ISLAND Represents 🏝 🤟

[@anniewood-x1r]

Iam made the show a legend love him ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PaulKardas]

should be on playlist at 100.3 KCCN!!!... Tonight!!

[@libertyna933]

Always loved this guy

[@RayW....]

Yessah.....

[@michelleselby122]

Love his voice so much

[@TheErinBrownTV]

His dad is so proud of

[@doodlepops707]

His dad is gone. He can't hear or see him. Be careful taking the bible route with me. I'll embarrass you.

[@doodlepops707]

@@KatHenderson. It wasn't your dad or god, it was a coincidence. That's it. Paranormal is just your own thoughts playing tricks on you. It's temporary psychosis. Relax... Breathe. iiiiiinn... oooooooouut.

[@ChristianAVS]

Love ya Tongi 🤌

[@dianek3351]

Iam is awesome…I’m a huge fan! Great song! 👏❤️😀

[@joycelynnjohnson2934]

Love you, Iam 🤗. You make me smile!

[@cetina6346]

Weeee!love thus guy! Cool and jamming smoothly❤❤

[@ashleybatacchi7344]

Wow that was such A great song I’m adding it to my Spotify playlist

[@Fatal-Ice-Cream-Dream]

That's how you bring it!

[@susankustich1720]

This is the kind of song you immediately love!

[@ibstayfly]

I missed last season but wow I see why he won

[@cherylalt101]

Iam is the sweetest guy and every performance is just lovely. He puts so much feeling and good vibes into every song. I still follow him. He brightens up a day with his music! Loved this performance!

[@marthalisk303]

You should listen to one of the compilation videos of his AI journey. It was an amazing season. Everyone loves Iam.

[@scottyking7161]

I called it from the 1st audition. Him and Alajondro Aranda by fair most talented musicians ever to get on an idol stage! Daughtry 3rd. My opinion.

[@ibstayfly]

@@marthalisk303 yes I will definitely do that

[@marthalisk303]

@@scottyking7161 I caught Iam's audition by accident and said to myself 'WINNER'. I was hooked on watching the entire season due to Iam! I LUV Alajondro also. What a sweet guy and never seen anything like him in way of his guitar skills! So humble. I still remember when Katy referred to him as special and he responded 'I don't think I'm special, I'm just hard working'❤

[@ilahmaecunanan2629]

Tongi looks so fantastic! 👏👏👏👏

[@Safirlady]

His voice has definitely deepened since last year et he sounds SOoo good as always! Love him et his voice, lol! 💕💗💗🌸🥰🥰

[@sublimemold]

Best part of this week ♡♡♡♡♡♡ love iam

[@russelluasilaa8843]

dang that song is fire!! putting on repeat

[@cjpew]

What a great song! (I have a beautiful black cat named Kiki, guess what she's going to be hearing for awhile 😁).

[@rachels9598]

So natural & smooth!! He's confident & having a great time!! Blessings ,Iam!!❤❤❤

[@sophie-jp3wb]

I get full body chills listening to this!!!!!

[@sgarcia4253]

Our teddy bear 💜💜💜💜💜

[@Topmoves19]

giving me chills brah, yessah! much love from the bay area

[@SB-jn5ge]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 I have this song on repeat!!!!!! Thank you Iam 🥰

[@salavaoevans3531]

❤wow he just made my day better, Thanks so much for your song, You still shine love you ❤ keep up the amazing work..❤️🙏

[@scottieledford9371]

This was better than any song last year, smooth and very fitting to his tone! Great performance on this one!

[@gooderjo]

man that song hits, iykyk

[@sirgeopene2956]

Amazing as always🔥🔥🔥🔥🇹🇴🇦🇸🇫🇯🇼🇸🇨🇰

[@sirenloud]

Just the best American Idol In Years 🎉❤😂

[@RS-ow3sk]

I could listen to him sing all day and watch katty

[@2203ayie]

Shines bright like a 💎 🎉

[@markmolina2582]

Great job. Beautiful song.

[@muzikizfun]

The King of Pacific Soul!

[@ashpole59]

Love this young man

[@hankakah4180]

Like a fine wine which gets better with time, Iam shows us why he won last year. The talent was always there, now we will see his career as it ages over time. Glad to have seen the beginning and growth of this talented kid. He was only 18 years old when he won!

[@joshhill9053]

Killed it 💯🫡👌🏻

[@SwagCane]

watching this for the 3rd and final time on my birthday!!!