Joshua Ledet - Elimination - "It's a Man's Man's Man's World"

[@JennasMusic76]

SERIOUSLY, ONE OF THE BIGGEST INJUSTICES IN AMERICAN IDOL HISTORY!

[@geperry1973]

Phil is awful but I guess fans like what they like

[@giperry950]

Nick gers how am I dumb because I have an opinion that Phil isn't as good as the fans made him out to be you idiot.

[@deebah405]

Nick gers Success don't mean u the best..ask these wack artistes these days making the charts. Also, I honestly didn't watch, I stumbled upon this video and I loved it. But like u said.. ''Philips had success'', that means he is no more successful?.

[@jasongwuri2490]

Biggest injustice

[@dreman1970]

@Nick gers thats means NOTHING!! Heres another example....just as big of a travesty was when adam Lambert lost to kris Allen...who has had more success?? Bottom line....joshua not being in the finale was a travesty....plain and simple....the 'fans' made MANY boneheaded decisions throughout the first run of idol....because if they didnt....the show would have never implemented the save rule....remember in that same season they put jessica sanchez..who ended up in the finale....on the BOTTOM....i mean...look at some of the singers that were eliminated way too soon...or should have won....jennifer hudson, daughtry....elliot yamin...adam Lambert....pia toscano....melinda doolittle....Haley reinhart...clay aiken...just to name a few....idol is SUPPOSED to be a SINGING competition....and if u think phillip phillips was a best singer than either joshua or jessica than u dont know music.....im not saying Phillip was bad...he was good...but joshua and jessica were in another league....funny thing...when joshua got eliminated i told my mom...philip is winning it...even tho jessica COMPLETELY outsung him in the finale....which i didnt watch until a few months later...by a WIDE margin...there was no need to watch when it happened cuz the winner was already predestined... back then the 'fans' liked their lil pretty white boys with the guitar....

[@unathimnxakwe8246]

It's 2023 and this guy is still the greatest performer the American IDOLS show has ever known!. Whether he did not the talent show he is still the winner of all times and will always be!. What a talent!. When he sings he touches your soul and your spirit and you just want to burst into tears and cry!. Ohh men what great anointing and talent through he's singing!.

[@anthonycamerieri522]

The fact that all 3 judges and Jimmy were amazingly disappointed shows something

[@davidfoley726]

How could they!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ABRAHAMADHINUGROHO]

after joshua is eliminated, i stop watching american idol.

[@nmagain24]

Me too

[@kalonjimack7027]

Lol

[@SW-bw4xk]

Same here

[@emmanuelzanders1746]

Lies. Everyone who were watching watch the finals

[@tangelachapman7868]

Me Too!

[@pumpkin19521]

I hate watching this cuz i was so upset when he got elliminated, he went out with a bang tho, straight up killed it, best goodbye performance ever!!

[@nachosmith0]

Man I cried I was so hurt America got it wrong again for not voting

[@gsemman]

The American Idol of all time is Joshua Ledet. God blessed him with a miraculous voice.

[@larhondaburchett3271]

Philip was even shocked!!! I still tear up when I watch this.

[@gabrielomaji]

I never follow the American idol again after his elimination.

[@lorrainebanathyasharahla1195]

Same here

[@johanmoses6145]

So do i

[@nmagain24]

Yea this was THEE LAST time i watched it too.

[@larryjamturner6662]

I was watching American Idol Religiously thru out the years after this,I found a new Hobby

[@nakiajohnson9437]

I watch this video almost everyday and I still don't understand how he didn't win over phillp. The judges stood up from him every time after he performed. His voice his so amazing and strong. And I absolutely love it, Jessica Sanchez too. Her voice was beautiful. She remind me of Jennifer Hudson. Beautiful voice though. ❤❤❤❤

[@rposterino]

He is one of the best singers in idol history if not the best Never put a foot wrong in this comp

[@Rightlyannoying]

I stop watching all these type of shows this was a fucking robbery and American idol should be ashamed of themselves

[@adb7771]

That was one of the most GRACIOUS exits I have ever seen on any Voice Talent show! Well Done Joshua! You are still the greatest. God's got a plan for you - you are no way near finished yet! Much love to you.

[@chicago268]

Joshua Ledet is a better singer....But this is American Idol...... He would have won the VOICE.......Best performances ever....

[@jay70599]

honestly he probably wouldn't even be top 3 on The Voice. fans of that show just don't appreciate R&B the way lots of Idol fans do. Joshua being eliminated on Idol is horrible, but I think The Voice would be even worse.

[@victorcorcos]

American Idol doesn't deserve the true amazing powerhouse that is Joshua Ledet. HIS VOICE IS FOR FEW PEOPLE.

[@1.6ixxproducer90]

Chris Blue did it for him on season 12 with coach Alicia Keys

[@louisaseibes2543]

I cant stop listening to his performances, Joshua was the best ever on the idols stage.

[@Leirae92]

That wink & smile & vocals... Everything.

[@shiningjewel4034]

unbothered swag

[@FOXCNN]

After 12 years now Joshua Ledet is still remembered as the BEST singer to ever walk on that stage. His name is brought up consistently as the best ever and the fact he did not win that year was so unjust, unfair, and unbelievable. God Bless you Joshua.

[@naylabirden9050]

This is the most beautiful exits I have ever seen on this show it’s 2023 this was my first time seeing this to bring your mother on stage u made every one cry you are a prince and your mother raised a beautiful young man!!!

[@laurallarell]

I love this young man... and I love what he does with his Mom!

[@ThrowbackSoul]

I just love this performance. It's so real, the tension, thee emotions, disappointment, upset, relief. But ultimately Joshua Ledet sang... I may not have won but I'm BAD!!

[@karaokesinger1758]

I'm a filipino and I was rooting for Jessica and Joshua ledet at that time. Their vocals are insane.

[@diegofernandozaracho1538]

He was the real winner. And all of us know that.

[@jobineflybine_1960]

Never watched American Idol again after his elimination ! Never again ! He was the best and by far ! Who said races does not make a difference ?

[@nene8369]

Me too that show crashed two legends fantasia and joshua even porsha renee mighti say could not be touch hands down vocally💯🙏

[@klimaxxx06]

This is why American Idol crashed and burned...season after season the best kept being eliminated..."white guys with guitars" took the crown way too often in its final years

[@bleulagoon6931]

CrimsonTide but its coming back 😑

[@vjmonae4]

@@bleulagoon6931 look who's in the audience

[@vjmonae4]

Look who's mostly in the audience

[@ducluongdo8012]

Please stop. Phillip Phillips deserved to win

[@kiyantesmith3089]

Duc Luong Do lie again

[@andreajones7843]

I still watch this with tears in my eyes to this day and when he was eliminated I stopped watching American idol because it was no longer about talent! This boy deserved the entire win! PERIODT❤❤❤

[@BrielleAnisa]

He did this shizz like a total G!! Such a professional....love the outfit too.

[@dant6299]

The turn back before he started to sing. He had 3 seconds to get it together. And went and did that

[@kelliabney5815]

Definitely one of best performers of all time! I often return to see his videos!!! May he one day get the recognition he deserves!!!

[@nene8369]

This goes to show u why racisim and injustice exists. Even philip winning he was shock for real because that guy knew his talent could not be compared to joshua ledet legendary voice💯

[@livewithnoregrets89]

He sang for the effing White House what does that tell you

[@judiroberts-qz9sg]

Yeah, he was robbed. I will never understand why the people didn't vote him through.

[@davidhill8565]

Joshua Ledet should've made the top 2 with Jessica Sanchez instead of Phillip Phillips. I would've accepted Jessica coming in second place if Joshua won. Phillip is a copycat of Dave Matthews, Mumford & Sons, John Mayer, and Damien Rice, and he shouldn't have made the top 3 in the first place. If Joshua and Jessica were the top 2, it would've been an epic finale and a tough decision for America, and the vote would've been too close to call.

[@juancarlosferrer4322]

Yeah i agree joshua should be in the final 2 instead of phillip phillips!!!!!its ok if jessica comes runner up against joshua because he has a powerfull voice than phillip!!!!!!in this season joshua is a king while jessica is a queen!!!!!

[@L3a98]

Love his voice. The only one in that season that brought gospel and soul back.

[@3lis3dabeast]

Ha. Steven didn't even want to clap for Phillip

[@kalonjimack7027]

Just now seeing this

[@laclipps1]

Lmao I just noticed that

[@ajfox84]

Steven was so dissapointed lol...

[@colinbeckles2811]

He just wasn't disappointed he was pissed.

[@vhollund]

Colin Beckles Rightfully

[@ReneeWashingtonforever]

@19 seconds Stevens face was priceless.

[@leanhquoc3109]

lol, talking about singing, Joshua definitely is better than Philip

[@Aldiggy2000]

face says it all lol 0:19

[@RoseLittleton]

Wow what a upset!! I would listen to him sing anytime.. he's a winner in my book.. good luck 🎉 & don't give up.. 2024

[@Onlyrealmusic4life]

I think even Phillip was surprised, by the look on his face, that his name was called. And J-Lo looks really conflicted. You can tell she feels bad that a guy with all the talent in the world is overlooked by the masses, but at the same time, that's what made her famous as a singer. It's about marketability more than talent sometimes.

[@Azmick07]

Onlyrealmusic4life I think this show is about that, not about the talent but what people prefer, Joshua was good though haha

[@Onlyrealmusic4life]

Luciano Collazzo I agree.

[@laclipps1]

But jlo is talented

[@LadyTee1464]

My boy got cheated that year its 2020 and I am laying here listening to this young man

[@sondrabonitto8715]

America got it wrong!!!!! This still makes me tear up and the wink and smile shows how he concentrated on the performance instead of the Elimination. I love you Joshua!!! You frickin' RocK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@migokhumz4056]

He is the dynamic best performer, vocalist ever American idol will ever see and hear. South Africa loves HIM🇿🇦

[@alibutterfly5617]

The saddest eliminations of all time of any singing talent show . He was the best of this competition hands down. But he is anointed! Gift beyond gifts at such a young age .Everyone else will never reach his Gift. He is a class all by himself. You can't teach what he has . You either got it or you don't. The other singers were adorable . Very cute and cute for pop bubble gum songs. But This kid is on another stratosphere. He shouldn't have been on a show like Idol. He should just be signed. I get it ! He's not a cross over pop artist but neither was the Queen of soul. Joshua sweetheart you are legendary. Keep sharing your gift with the world. God Bless you!

[@calebmoulema9014]

You know this show was doomed to end when jlo and Steven are shaking their heads during his performance

[@sherrywatson3131]

One of the Greatest Singers in the world Handsdown

[@learndaanswers3066]

Good singers can bring out that emotion of joy,sadness,happiness,peace,enjoyment in 3 minutes. When its felt altogether It can sometimes take your breath away. Joshua Ledet does that.

[@leannwilliams2130]

The fake clapping the judges did when they announced Philip Phillip takes me out every time

[@larhondaburchett3271]

Steven didn't even wanna clap at first!

[@RailJoyProductions]

The voters got it completely wrong that night. Joshua should have gone to the finale instead of Jessica... and don't get me wrong, I love Phillip as far as folk and country is concerned, but Joshua is HANDS DOWN THE BEST MALE POWERHOUSE VOCALIST I have EVER heard in my entire life, and he deserved so much more recognition than what America gave him. I am a Joshua Ledet fan for life, and that will never change.

[@Team90sBABE]

Agreed!!!!

[@ladymay1921]

Hey America, it's a little late for my comment but I'm gonna make it anyways. You missed it baby... you let the winner slip right through your finger. This man is gifted and he's a winner. Watch....follow him. AI... big mistake!!! All the way Josh... what an amazing, incredible voice and performer this man is. Never seen anything like this in my life. Welll it's a rap for American Idol.. but for Josh...he life just got started!! I pray you stay focused cuz you've got a lot coming at ya... stay strong and prayed up young man! We love you! God May bless you, keep you strong in yur journey of greatness!! America loves Josh!!!

[@PamelaReeves-r1p]

I live in NJ and he touched not just here but all the way in Trenton , N.J. YOU GO DUDE I just wish you the best and I know you will do that.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@naiils]

Loved how he proudly walked his mumma on stage to a song expressing how the world is nothing without a woman in it!

[@Anasofsvaz]

I just can't stop listening to him! God, he's soooo SO GOOD! What a gift... I can't w8 for his new single and his new album!! *-*

[@jasongwuri2490]

One of the biggest mistakes in Idol history voting! Joshua was supposed to win the title but he won the hearts of audiences world wide! One of the best ever singers in competion history! Joshua and Jessica were the finest singers!

[@mannysmom]

A class act, Louisiana style, babee!!! Joshua, GREAT things are in the works! I'm claiming it!!!

[@roushi73]

Wow... that just made me tear up. Amazing talent and a class act.

[@lopo703]

This man has a more than perfect voice, it's universal...

[@anthonyrodriguez5796]

I have not watched American Idol since that man was wrongfully eliminated. He was obviously THE BEST singer that season, probably ever on any singing competition. Get real, Phillip Phillips, really, are you serious? I will never forget that performance. Much love Joshua ! You're a winner in my book.

[@judiroberts-qz9sg]

You could tell Phillip Phillips was shocked when he beat out Joshua. He knew that was a mistake.

[@ashleyboone3313]

This is still bullshit. I'm still mad years later!!!

[@maramarilca791]

me2

[@treymcgruder9085]

Josh is and will always be amazing and no matter what happened he is still the one to perform in the white house!

[@brucetebza3406]

this last performance of Joshua still does it, even after all these years. 🙌🔥

[@porscheraquel1097]

That's how it is, they use you to entertain the audience, but they already knew who will be crowned 🤷‍♀️

[@eneidadunn1403]

This was such an injustice, he was a big threat to all of them and they knew it UNBELIEVABLE!!!!

[@mcpheefan21]

I hope I'm not the only one who saw that wink at 2:21.

[@laclipps1]

He was like. I aint even trippin.. watch this

[@larryjamturner6662]

He left With Dignity knowing he was the Best!!!!!!!!!

[@livewithnoregrets89]

I still can't believe he got eliminated

[@DNiceMusic89]

I’m still mad about this, listen to how he sung after the elimination, Phillip never moved anyone like Joshua did. He was the best singer on the show and it wasn’t even a question, the judges were disappointed too.

[@ADOTGZZZZZ]

Very grace exit. Amazing!!!!!

[@silviacristinaarantes497]

Ainda me lembro de como fiquei desapontada com esta derrota . Para mim ele é o melhor candidato das edições que vi. A melhor e mais emocionante voz que já ouvi nos últimos tempos. I still remember how I was disappointed with this defeat. To me he is the best candidate of the issues that I saw. The best and most exciting voice I've heard in recent times.

[@bleulagoon6931]

okay but can we talk about how cute that wink and smile was at 2:21?

[@laurens2967]

Omg this made me freakin cry...I still can't believe it....he is gonna be bigger than anyone else from the show.....he just has 2 b!!

[@shwonsh]

What the hell are you thinking? Phillip Phillip's voice has been in the latest Spider-Man movie. A Motion Picture! Joshua will never come close to that sh*t.

[@thelifeofkhama9910]

@@shwonsh lmao stfu goofy

[@freddiemontanez8461]

You can see the disappointment on the judges face. Jennifer was crying. This Season 11 was the best one I've seen till this day, December 21,2019. American Idol to me is not a talent competition. It's a shame He was taken for a ride and then dropped like a sack of potatoes..

[@larhondaburchett3271]

2021 and I'm still mad he didn't win!!! I haven't watched since!

[@JudahKeyz]

Phenomenal this guy was!! Can watch this over and over.

[@shewhoiskay1]

Yes, God ahead Joshua L., the show must still go on. You are one awesome special individual that nothing can alter as you proved continuing to rock the house! Filled with so much LOVE ALWAYS FOR YOU. ALMIGHTY YAHWEH continue BLESSING you and your lovely family and friends in Jesus Christ Name I will pray for ALL OF US BLESS US FATHER GOD... we see the truth shining through BLESS YOU FATHER GOD ALMIGHTY YAHWEH have a great day everyone

[@candicesmith6211]

I just watched this and get angry all over again. Dam it!

[@nene8369]

Mee too

[@jemeliahenry7243]

this was bullshit this get me angry every time i watch it

[@jaquansolomon]

I never appreciated how they cut him off right before he belted 😐

[@user-xo5uf2ep9b]

this is still everything.

[@arnoldmarpaung2344]

I'm crying!!!

[@thecoatesieshow95]

The most ridiculous moment in American Idol history... Yeah, Pia should've stayed around longer, Adam Lambert should have won... But this was blasphemous.

[@jelpuyat1]

Hands down the most difficult to accept elimination on TV

[@khumomogami3020]

In 2024 i still watch his performances.

[@abigailranga9036]

Joshua Ledet is beyond talent guys .

[@toddmaek5436]

Onlyrealmusicforlife........ you have provided me with one of the realest comments I have EVER seen on youtube.

[@tessatheartist33]

But guess who got to sing at the white house 😂

[@alika207]

Jessica and Joshua should have been the top 2!

[@Mannyindahouse]

Even Philip knows how good he is. He's smiling through that performance.

[@AdaraRivera-r9g]

The best ever

[@rposterino]

The best idol Has ever seen how did he not win

[@nathanielfamisan1968]

The penultimate episode of the stage where American Idol has officially died. After Colton made a wrong song choice during Top 7 and was eliminated, Joshua was the only remaining contestant who's capable of actually beating Jessica in the finale given a fair vote. Never understood how this and the actual finale outcome materialized even until now.

[@reniervanrooyen1704]

Joshua is an amazing talent, very unique and special!!!! Made the huge mistake of trying to 'dredge it' instead of trying to 'edge it' One only has to do better and not try an outsmart the original artist, the public will never buy it. Until you 'make it' your talent is still untested. None of the judges advised him to pull back and 'kill it silently' which was all he had to do. But he is still a great artist and can still make it if he simply edges the best in the field. Remember, it takes a lot of skill to 'steal' someone's else's followers without them realizing that they have cut their ties and are supporting someone else!

[@davidbosquette6604]

He's a lovely soul. I hope he gets to live his true life. Not easy being from where he is from I'm sure

[@blackpowerpuff6155]

He should of won, period.

[@victorcorcos]

Philip Philips???? WHAT THE HELL people were thinking? Joshua Ledet is just a LEGEND.

[@marcilenewatkins9274]

Powerful! Best performance of his time on the show. #yasssssss

[@denisemitchell3010]

This performance woke up the Godfather He won anyway performed at the White House Remember Jennifer Hudson was eliminated also So soulful like macaroni and cheese

[@cheerios9674]

It should be joshua and jessica on top 2!!!!!!

[@rodneyenane8216]

This happened years ago. I still feel it, for whatever reason. I pray, and it appears that Joshua has moved on. I think that Philip Phillips is a worthy singer. Just not my preference of style. That said, I too stopped watching these programmes. I knew Josh would do well given his obvious talent. I had to think of me. If Josh is not worthy, ...

[@marlenelambert2766]

😂,still can't get over Joshua.

[@mariageorgiationgco6061]

i have tear while watching this.

[@janettyler6206]

May God Bless your Career !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@earljavier9560]

When jessicas become runner up and joshua being eliminated. Im done with this show..this 2 are the champions we never had

[@larryjamturner6662]

American Idol After This Performance (--What were you Lookin For.---)

[@niyiawe8804]

wow! so much soul. dude got me transfixed

[@hashbalas4973]

Wow he’s attitude, he just end the show like there is no finals anymore