DOES YOUR FRIEND SING TOO?!

American Idol 2024 Judges Ask Singers Pianist To Audition TOO!
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[@Wormwoodification]

Dude was so humble. Litetally chose a song that talked about her to throw the spotlight back on her. Very professional and a good friend move.

[@jstuckless]

Hm... Interesting perspective saying the song was about her, I mean I guess it could be, but I doubt it. Sounds like a breakup song to me. Either way, I agree he was humble, professionaal and a good friend. He was so good though it makes me wonder if the whole thing was staged.

[@DanielZahra]

Of course, it's staged@@jstuckless

[@eta8304]

Sorry to break it up to you but its staged.

[@gauravagarwal631]

I hope she’s happy for him growing faster and being appreciated more than her

[@CarterHurst]

@@jstucklessmust’ve been staged

[@peachycream]

The girl was like go ahead and he was like this is your moment. So respectful. ❤️

[@nikopugs]

He just seems like such a pleasant human.

[@brianshawcroft7081]

True friendships

[@MSPhD-yl4wp]

yes, I caught that also

[@DarthAwar]

@@nikopugs He has a Crush on her at the very least if not true romantic love!

[@sillysox7087]

That’s because he’s stuck in friendzone but is madly in love

[@yydnas993]

That Sam guy looked he is so passionate, loves music, he loves what he does. It's not about "yea you can sing" its about the feeling, the atmosphere, the presence you give to your audience. He gave that spark, congrats dude.

[@rickwilliams967]

He's the real musician on the stage.

[@mocollata]

She got scared of singing the high notes in that stressful situation but that's what makes the song special

[@jc9552]

She had an interesting voice but I liked him more. Hers sounded rehearsed, he just sang his heart out.

[@yashsharma8470]

Yessss ❤ exactly what I thought I mean it was wow

[@JaimeUrrea-ed4kp]

Isn't the purpose of this is to rehearse??????

[@TheCallMeCrazy]

@@JaimeUrrea-ed4kpYes but you don't want it to *sound* rehearsed. That's the musical equipment of sounding like you're reading something from a script while acting, or from a teleprompter while giving a speech. It's technically correct but lacks emotion.

[@hunghoangmusic]

I got literally chills when he sang, it's so wholesome, rubbed me in the right way

[@hebopavlos]

"sounding rehearsed" isn't the right word, because if you've rehearsed properly you're supposed to sound natural. The right thing to say is that she wasn't as connected with her feelings and her body, when she sang. And when he sang, you can clearly tell the difference. He sang from his heart, she sang from her brain.

[@beccakallaus7306]

Wow he not only has talent but seems like a beautiful human being... So incredibly light, selfless and full of joy and love. How refreshing.

[@tiagobrimbote7051]

ofc is good human been that why is on friend zone xD

[@roycegrissett3580]

He is not a great singer. He is ok but not great.

[@trentongardner2106]

F​or sure lmao. When he blows up thou. She gonna want him then. I hope he dont give her a shot when they time comes.

[@vincentjohnflorio]

@@tiagobrimbote7051 If he's happy there it's not really a zone, and he really is selfless.

[@vincentjohnflorio]

@@trentongardner2106 Can't imagine why the world is in the state it is when you want people to be vengeful over things they don't actually think and feel.

[@ArkiTekdVOD]

god im in love with how charming, well mannered and eloquent that guy was. i hope people see him and are inspired. so humble and attentive to his friends too.

[@jameshummel7349]

Katie liked the way he looked on the piano, and decided to ask the right questions

[@seriliaykilel]

Props to both of them for being so talented and for celebrating and holding space for each other.

[@dirtdiv3r]

oh my gosh the space they held... so much space. so much space.

[@beccakallaus7306]

For all the people saying "oh shes pissed!" Get your emotions right... She isnt pissed, she is happy for Sam because she knows he is crazy talented and she supports him like a real friend. What she is feeling is questioning herself. She knows she isnt giving it her all but she is scared and maybe doesnt fully believe in herself. Hopefully being around Sam more and watching him explode will inspire her to unleash herself because she clearly has great talent as well. 🙌

[@wandagrajeda9021]

I didn't see one angry face in her! She genuinely looked happy for him!

[@mike23639]

I agree

[@Sphynx00]

The word you are looking for is envy.

[@ryanu.4953]

Correction, she’s happy because it’s staged

[@cassiem]

​@@ryanu.4953 how is it staged tho

[@criticalcrash]

He sang from the heart - a place of deep respect and care for her! How beautiful. I wish them both all the best in their idol journey

[@Psychopomp2024]

That's the difference between raw talent vs trained voice😂 It's like day and night.

[@S.General]

Both obviously trained ..

[@tofuguru941]

​@@S.General A talented voice can train just like a non talented voice. The difference in the end result is still clear to even an untrained ear.

[@imgettingold9407]

​@@tofuguru941 she is just not confident enough to express herself

[@BrianAtlas-no8el]

Why is everybody so up their own butts?

[@BrianAtlas-no8el]

@@tofuguru941 No it isn't. Most singers today are manufactured and weren't that great at singing to begin with and you cant tell. Stop the BS.

[@jeremyusry6705]

She had potential but needs lots of work... He on the other hand is incredible. He is a gift to the musical world.

[@rvingkeepitrolling8797]

Agree

[@Malik-rd4br]

he's good but not a " gift to the musical world " :p

[@jeremyusry6705]

@@Malik-rd4br anybody who can play an instrument good, write the music and lyrics and sing very well while being a good presence on stage is a gift to the musical world. Not many people can check off every single box.

[@TinyTink006]

Can you imagine if he got a ticket and she didn't?

[@patrickeds3889]

Idk what you were hearing but he could absolutely use some work too.I give it to him tho very instrumentally talented.

[@victorlawweidao3720]

The guy isn't the best singer in the world but you could hear him singing his heart out, whereas the girl needs to find her heart back.

[@frenchiemike42]

You put my thoughts into words before my brain were able to translate my language in English 😂

[@ditzyzebrawhore911]

Tbh, I thought he was better

[@catedoge3206]

real.

[@broketoasteroven6724]

But with the right coaching he would be a phenomenal singer

[@NinjaChak]

I agree, I also see way too many of these shorts where the singers are okay and ppl are praising them like they’re gonna win lol. I’m sure they post these for the clicks

[@clubskitzhardstyle]

These two should be a duo, they are amazing together

[@kasparpaukson3543]

Unfortunately Sam is too short to be noticed by women 😂

[@debbiebramwell]

​@kasparpaukson3543 huh?

[@0Heeroyuy01]

na sam just needs to go solo or release his own songs as a solo while also making music with his band. if he made this type of music where it fells more almost like old country music hed go far

[@rpnp2]

@@kasparpaukson3543 Like 80% of lead singers are short AF.. all of them, even the ugly ones have women.

[@yelmolahat8]

​@@kasparpaukson3543 the right woman doesn't care about height

[@TovaBotCom]

She's so good, she just cut her note short. She doesn't have confidence in her big notes, but they're there. I can tell. I wish they would have done a whole duet together. I think they would have sounded amazing together

[@wilmersonclavaton8231]

The man playing on a piano is a dark horse. He is something! Brilliant

[@TreyPerryWx]

go listen to his other music. It will blow your mind. Check out his song "Hope," and "Over You."

[@sarasweightlossjourney1432]

She's definitely holding back. That girl's got vocals. I disagree with the majority of these comments. And she's not putting her heart into it and that is what people are feeling or not feeling

[@m00nsag3]

Agreed. You can tell that she has something there. If she can connect to the song and bring out more emotion, she will be great.

[@jeremyusry6705]

When people say she had potential but needs a lot of work .. that's exactly why

[@zoe9190]

Wrong song choice, a different song would have displayed her vocals better

[@K750Ric]

She should have pick a song that she is more emotional connection to.. but she is singing just to sing, like what Katy Perry said, she needs more

[@hannahlebrecht]

Yeah - she’s clearly got a very good voice technically. She’s got great control - I just didn’t hear much vulnerability or emotion in the song. If she could channel that, she’d be amazing!

[@maxvain]

So respectful and supportive to each other. We need more of this in the world.

[@nataliemione9480]

I love this so much. He is so humble It's good to see an obviously good person get good in return.

[@Adamos321]

Sam lives and breathes passion for music and life, it's amazing to watch and inspiring too. That kind of energy with singing, guitar and piano I aim for too!

[@rvingkeepitrolling8797]

He's very good I can see him getting a contract I'm sure he'll take her & his band with him so good luck to the whole band in the future.

[@joshuaa1605]

Sam just has that pure talent.

[@user-uk9er5vw4c]

dude studied hard, for sure

[@littlehomeinthevalley]

"We Sambushed him." 😂

[@FlorJor26]

And the fact that he had no vocal warm up or anything. Just went out there and sang his heart out. Amazing.

[@donnamurphy5698]

She is so gracious to share the spotlight with her friend.

[@RachelDiSalvatore3]

Yes ❤ 👏🏼

[@guilhermedantas3200]

She didn't have an option lol

[@GrandmasterHobbyist]

she didnt have a choice and he was better than her and she actually looked jealous and a bit irritated lol and when she started doing backup singing it was way worse lol

[@tomsrudzitis4942]

@@GrandmasterHobbyist Just not true, why do you need to find something wrong with everything?

[@sma1616]

its literally scripted

[@mintysquinty2989]

He gives me Brendon Urie vibes for real, I love it.

[@justineharper3346]

I can see the similar vibes, but one can compare to Brendon Urie. He has the literal voice of an angel

[@rockaddicthamburg8599]

He has so much more feeling in his vocals, than her. Definitely the better and more unique singer, of them both.

[@summersun6536]

If you have a partner in music like him you are blessed. He is talented, humble, and professional. Loved both of them, plus his original was really good.

[@radicalrick9587]

*I can't get enough of this guy's voice. I want to hear more from him.*

[@sxystar41]

He's got music out with his band. It's on KZbin.

[@John_Clack]

@@sxystar41 What's his channel? All I know him as is Sam 😂

[@No0neButMe]

3:59 That “she needs to find her self” He felt that and so did I 🥹😭💙

[@mebaugh1]

Tears to my eyes- really! Beautiful generosity and curiosity of the judges to invite him to sing/play. He definitely has the "chops". What a great story of talent and gift coming alive at the most unexpected moment. Kudos to the judges for "going there" to even ask him to play for them. Awesome!

[@RayMak]

They are both so super amazingly talented but when he sang I straightaway cried. The underdog feeling

[@tawnyprovince-ward2353]

I get what Katy is saying that song is a lot of emotion in it and she could’ve pushed that into her voice more and it would’ve been stellar. Sam singing that original song you can feel it in your bones.

[@BrianAtlas-no8el]

You can also feel that his voice was all over the place.

[@Pl4sma69]

I think she was playing it safe. There’s people that audition that exaggerate the emotion or hold a note for too long and get marked for it. It’s better to show that you have potential and can take direction.

[@willcookmakeup]

I love how excited she is for Sam. You can tell they really respect eachother as artists and have a great friendship. Even though they'll be competing against eachother now, I know they'll support eachother even if ends up being them in final two.

[@Sphynx00]

Really? I saw how painful it was in her eyes that they were much more excited about him than her.

[@willcookmakeup]

@@Sphynx00 I hear you and can see a little bit of that after rewatching it again. I'm sure it was a bit painful in the end after he sung. But prior to getting that reception she was hyping him up and was genuinely excited to talk about how talented her friend was. In the end, I think this will help them both grow as artists and be both eachothers biggest cheer leader, and rival. I really hope that no matter the outcome, they remain friends after this. They sound great together

[@tomsrudzitis4942]

@@Sphynx00 Having a little sadness that someone takes your spotlight is fine, not like she expressed it or acted on it. Emotions sometimes cannot be controlled especially the subtle ones. She was still happy for her friend, thats all that matters and there is no need to find drama where there is none.

[@trentongardner2106]

​@@tomsrudzitis4942you can see when shes shaking the judges hand. Bitter.

[@sma1616]

its literally scripted

[@Cloud7Eagle]

You can tell...she can sing.. and when she gets a chance to let loose...she will kill it....but my guy Sam said...yo....i got nothing to lose..lets have some fun!! Dude is humble and gifted 🎉

[@bornagainreader]

😂 The fact that Sam was like, "Gosh! That was so fun, guys!" not even thinking anything was going to come of that. Wow. I enjoyed both of them, though his felt more raw and heartfelt.

[@shaRkMP]

She was good but 100% a bar singer. Shes great at covering others. He was himself. Like, Woah. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@toosense]

Agree 100%.

[@Tetrium]

Totally agree. There was nothing bad about it, but it was only a pale imitation of the original, without anything added that's unique to her.

[@angelchea9748]

Totally agree

[@ilikejapchae02]

It's like she's good but average while he's just talented, I would've voted just like Katy did, he's got the it factor

[@chris22186]

He loves music, you can see it from a mile away.

[@maeganbarrett]

He was amazing and it was sweet he was respectful to her. Glad he was given a chance to go to Hollywood

[@Anthony-Photography]

She wins my respect with being so thoughtful of her friend in sharing the moment with him by encouraging him to audition as well. Great young lady. Fantastic to see in this day and age.

[@Rachel-xu4br]

I haven't watched Idol in forever but after seeing this suddenly pop up and watching this, I think Sam's gonna go far, or at least his band is going to get noticed. He really went for it. You can tell he's already a performer. He seems very humble as well. So not only good with the talent, but good with the personality. I have a feeling whether he wins, or loses, he's definitely going to be a fan favorite.

[@marigold6748]

🎉

[@stupidteeen]

i love how happy he looks while singing

[@anitaostrander4301]

Kati Perry did not like that girl...at all...

[@Mypianoanme]

We know why...

[@user-pw6ng6tc5x]

Why ?😭 can someone pls explain ?

[@anitaostrander4301]

@@user-pw6ng6tc5x are u a female? If not, well women know and if u are a female, don’t u think it’s obvious? Katy was seething with utter disdain for that woman.. wouldn’t even shake her hand and made a cutting remark at the end to infur the guy was the kind of contestant they were looking for ( the real deal not some off the gutter wanna be).

[@TheCHRISCaPWN]

The smile and eye contact while performing on the spot is a clear sign of an amazing performer. A+

[@df7665]

This guy was so humble! Amazing!!!!

[@TrainFlood]

This dude is a star

[@AlexTrumpet12123]

Honestly, they should duo in an original together. They got some chemistry, and I think they could do well with their vocals

[@MaryHernandezclaw]

They both were very incredible and I could tell Sam was really into the song that was for his band, and I am very glad that they have him as a contestant. I could feel the song in the music that he was singing and playing. That was very beautiful.

[@Buddha_Approved]

Shes a great friend ! People need to be friends more and be happy for one another! U both go out and put on a good show❤

[@sma1616]

its scripted dude

[@jonathanfontilla2235]

He gave me GOOSEBUMPS!!!

[@MissValerieEly]

what a beautiful friendship. so happy for them both. the girl has a great voice she just needs to relax and lose herself a little, the guy sang straight out from his heart

[@mirimalloy2758]

She was so sweet and was so equally proud of him and that's amazing how she shared her spotlight without hesitation

[@solar_baby1392]

This song really came at the right time for me. Thank you for not leaving the stones unturned.

[@macaronipanda9516]

I felt good until he said the line about waiting. Like nah man, it's literally a friend zone song and waiting until the girl is ready to come back. It started off really well, an ex wishing the best for the partner. Big disconnect with the theme once I heard it. He has good vocals though.

[@susanlilly3190]

I like them both. So cool to see them supporting each other.

[@bigmike2464]

One of the purest, best momenst ever... Not jus Idol... just a great moment

[@bri7676]

His singing gives me literal chills it’s amazing

[@coolkidd4754]

Just imagine if he won the show . And literally made it big in the industry.

[@AzNightmare]

*To be honest, there is a lot of luck in life. Not to take anything away from the guy, but there's a lot of people that can sing just as well as him too, but for whatever reasons, never had the opportunity to showcase it.*

[@ravenna6543]

Honestly, you don't want to. You get stuck in their contract afterwards unless another company buys it out from them and then also buys you with another.

[@raydanz]

Katy knows a gem when she sees one.

[@karlatorres9938]

👍👍👍

[@JuustJayden]

I mean he’s like Peter Parker Kent who could she not try to satisfy her curiosity and prove herself right

[@TheJust22az]

I think she was drawn to him by more than just his music talent.

[@YshaLegacyChannel]

I got chills listening to him. Amazing.

[@Biz2746]

Humility is so refreshing.

[@carsonvr2707]

Dang that guy is way better😂😂

[@radicalrick9587]

*Oh by far. He has one of those voices that can be famous in no time.*

[@Garion1227]

Partway through the young man's song I was saying "THEY BETTER BE GIVING HIM A TICKET TOO!" He has a good chance of winning!

[@_Its.Just.Felix_]

His song had a wonderful message! Glad he made it!

[@madmaz8890]

An they're good friends, didn't want to steal the spotlight, but took it on with good graces and she was supportive and enjoying it! Both great!

[@renfrorach]

Sam has got Ben Rector vibes all the way! Definitely drew me in, his music, his voice, his talent… fantastic!

[@JENipherLyn]

Yes totally!

[@triggeredtroll6466]

I was thinking ben folds!

[@davidblalock9945]

I sincerely believe she brought him along exactly for this moment. She wanted to audition, but it was really to drag him into this ambush audition that he wouldn’t have done otherwise.

[@arthurshat7793]

Sam has the music in him. I hope he always keeps that light within himself. Sweet, genuine human.

[@salonikullar3627]

Mutual respect between two friends and pushing each other into the spotlight ❤

[@PTRRanger951]

I saw this one on the idol channel. The look on Luke’s face was a look that he could cover it as a country song.

[@plantcraftie4141]

I hope they both get to the finals. They both have a great voice!

[@sumanication5649]

The guy brings so much positivity. Absolutely a top bloke.

[@mariettamay]

she sang really really good, If she put her feelings into it it'll be amazing

[@trulygrateful7217]

He’s so talented! And honestly I wanted to keep listening to that song!

[@kobisjeruk]

For those who think that this is unscripted, yes, you are absolutely right. Hold on to your innocence my sweet, sweet child.

[@alienarachnid5367]

😂

[@Cablecol]

You are cleverly droll😉

[@k.willis4800]

I just love how the guy was having fun while he was singing. He seemed nervous, but I've never seen anyone on the show just have fun with it so that was amazing.

[@sheenagilchrist5190]

This is beautiful show of friendship and dang Sam got talent in so many ways! You can tell music is in his heart and soul

[@Amtcboy]

You all know 99% of what happens accidentally or coincidentally in American Idol actually isn’t?

[@kiana8427]

Yea exactly like this is probably staged

[@faremir]

Does it matter? At least we got to hear great voice.

[@BrunoMendesBH]

Yes, this is staged. I know few people here in Brazil with the same history... we have our American Idol too.

[@tonedowne]

Of course. Like how there just happened to be a vocal mic ready to go by the piano, which wasn't just a synth on a stand but a synth put in a fancy fake piano enclosure to make it look more impressive. The fact that the girl knew to keep her song really short so they had time to fit the guy in to the time slot. It's TV, it's all pre planned.

[@LNYuiko]

Yeah that was definitely set up. Lol great tv tho!

[@radicalrick9587]

*She gets 2 yeses but he gets 3 yeses but you know she loves and supports him with all her heart.*

[@yhammiegem0814]

Gosh! Got teary eyes when he sung! 😍

[@donden]

Sam’s voice is soooooo good and smiling while doing it, it shows how much he loves to sing, just not enough exposure but well.. he got it, hope he could go further all the way as he could in the competition

[@user-ct3kf5jb8b]

He gave me chills!

[@kerstoncampbell8315]

They're both hidden gems in their own right ❤

[@razhelfombelle]

The guy was pretty smart to sing an original song from his own band, a good way to promote his and his band's work. They both seem so sweet too!

[@sclarke444]

Win, win, win, no matter what! Loved it!

[@bryttanigore]

They both sounded good. Both are humble friends

[@radicalrick9587]

*That, Sam has got a great famous-like voice, and to top it off he can write his own notes.*

[@EGracie86]

I think Katie has a chip on her shoulder about certain types of singers, not sure what it is but glad that the men gave her a chance. Loved the guy and so humble and surprised (that always blows my mind, like man, you are amazing).

[@MyBiasOpinion]

Yeah, it's called jealous😂

[@ria6736]

Katie is very very jealous of women!

[@bless8times]

@@ria6736FACTSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS💯💯💯💯 she tried to hide it in some ways but you can very well clearly see

[@bless8times]

@@MyBiasOpinionexactly and her attitude towards some is very aggressive to me

[@eun-hikim5313]

So happy for both of them! ❤

[@pezlover1974]

See, nice guys do NOT finish last, they just have to be truly nice, not just claim that they are. Loved everything about him. Personality, voice and charisma. Humble king.

[@gillianthirlwell354]

Absolutely loved sam and the words of song he sang gave me goosebumps he's seems a genuinely awesome person

[@kowboyinkorea]

Scripted. But he’s a good singer.

[@user-lz1sp4gt9q]

How do you figure it's scripted?

[@cjmccray7142]

No it's not scripted because this is something that changes their lives

[@kunalkamboj8119]

Its not indian idol version

[@womanatwellworshiptheFather]

She's amazing yall.

[@Caiocsilveira]

They seem to admire each other so much, good to see healthy friend relationships like that.

[@jenhr57]

The guy has talent

[@matthewdetrick1824]

I could listen to this man all day

[@miguelcarps9540]

It's awesome that she told her friend go ahead ND not just thinking about her self

[@ladybugmom10]

Her friend is just adorable!!

[@Nonvido]

Wow! He's already a star with that good of a voice.

[@MissEagleson]

I love it! "That was so fun!" so humble! ♥

[@bhagyashreeee11]

He was so humble ❤

[@chefskiss6179]

Wonderful lyricist and singer and composer... I think he'd make a great producer as well.