Nick Merico: Katy Perry's Ex CRUSH Returns After Dropping Out Last Year - Get's HUMBLED By Lionel!

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[@gucciyae312]

Katy Perry talking to him directly about his ego is so on point.

[@hottiemcscottie5952]

Was he ago ??

[@skghatak4324]

It was not her ego

[@skghatak4324]

Jutst for career

[@johnrevere9567]

Just because he's handsome??? WRONG!!! SHES WRONG!!!

[@Maple_Tachibana]

@@johnrevere9567 uhm he does have an ego. If you can't spot that then you need to interact with more ppl m8.

[@The-_-]

“You’re going to Hollywood” “And a therapist”

[@johnrevere9567]

Everyone on that judging panel needs a therapist... don't look to Hollyweird for answers.

[@lorenzobayz6899]

HAHHAHAHHHAHH LMFAO

[@ThroatPie69]

🤣🤣🤣

[@busboy8887]

This is why I love Katy Perry. She sees things in contestants others dont.

[@janeza382]

I see...Production crash!

[@bradleymitchell3808]

He wasn’t even that bad 😂😂

[@Anamarya00]

Right

[@ngawang25]

So true she is like a psychic

[@mharzky1509]

Yess agree

[@CHAMPThisGuyLewis]

I’m sorry but I see straight through the charm , I do t feel the authenticity. I think Katy is a great judge of character and spirit 👏🏾

[@CHAMPThisGuyLewis]

@Emma Conrad, I know how to spell its obviously a typo ... all I have to do is go back and edit the comment but you know what. I'll leave it as is just for you sugar 😉have a great rest of your day🌺

[@bradleymitchell3808]

Literally nothing to see through. Seems like a good kid. All of the ugly people on here are talking trash

[@bradleymitchell3808]

@@CHAMPThisGuyLewis I see right through your reply to Emma. You were being a passive aggressive ass. I’m a good judge of character. You need help

[@johnrevere9567]

Emma, Emma, Emma!!! WRONG!!!

[@aliciawang4525]

@@bradleymitchell3808 He left American Idol again!

[@christicrenshaw2772]

Lionel was just trying to teach him that not everyone is always going to think he is the shit. Yes his ego was big probably showed before. Ypur ego can get you in trouble if you let it. He is a very talented guy.

[@samantha-oh7hh]

He'd be a great actor portraying some bad ass kid in some Netflix movie or series if the attitude tones down

[@sanianambiar6524]

he was daniel in every witch way on nickelodeon but that was a few years back.

[@IndomitableT]

@@sanianambiar6524. Excellent spot❗️

[@mwaseem4376]

@@sanianambiar6524 how old are you

[@monas]

What attitude?

[@bradleymitchell3808]

He doesn’t even have an attitude 😂😂

[@matter8138]

Katy wanted to throw the ticket to him but Lionel said no, then she just sat there and didn't even say the words. Such a child and I love it.

[@sideeswipe]

I know you’re not sharing Queen katy

[@tasosdalatsoudis7040]

well done Lio. you are a real teacher. this is how you give the first lesson. loved this audition from start to the end

[@caroldoocy4130]

He's drop-dead gorgeous and sings just fine--I'd pay money to see him on a tour already!!!!

[@tudevoid]

He sucks. Haha terrible. You are probably too old anyways haha

[@Qwerty-jc3so]

What's his full name?

[@giuseppedeluca5485]

@@Qwerty-jc3so Drop-dead Gorgeous! That's his name. Non need of other😜🥳😇

[@dropxng]

@@Qwerty-jc3so nick merico

[@darinalaurentson4165]

​@@Qwerty-jc3so Nick mercano

[@Liven78]

I love these three judges. They’re so honest yet remains adorable and kind. ❤️❤️❤️

[@user-hg2kd1nz4l]

why everyone is talking about the boy pulling out the contest the first time for ego reasons? He claimed to have had personal problems.

[@mxnolis]

I love what Lionel did. At first I was like damn bit harsh. But then when it turned around and I realised, I thought that was so brave and smart. I think more people like this guy need that lesson. This guy really isn’t that egotistical and isn’t that bad, but imagine all the bullies and ‘popular’ kids from school if someone did that to them. It would maybe really give people the reality check they need. Love it.

[@Inaknow]

The problem is that those narcissistic people act understanding and play as if they are willing to give up their big EGO but if they are sick they will not be able to do that. You can just help them who behave wrong not those who have a diagnose like borderline or narcissist.

[@gemma1874]

Lionel is being honest

[@dararebreed]

If some had done that to Kanye, today, he would probably be as loved, admired and respected as he is in his mind.

[@horngamsarang6406]

Imagine this guy scrolling down the comments🤣

[@anonymousexpectus3761]

Horngam Sarang 😂😂 he would be like last time u all were so kind to me and this time ego 😂😂

[@mohinidasi9357]

@@anonymousexpectus3761 hehe tru

[@anonymousexpectus3761]

@@mohinidasi9357 ikr 😹😹

[@janeza382]

“You’re going to Hollywood” “And a therapist”

[@englishandbiohub6621]

This guy is not only damn handsome like fairytale but also sings amazing

[@angelosvlahos]

Lionel went off-script bruh, telling a Nickelodeon star he has to drop the ego.

[@anandaspies9772]

I actually love them being the three judges..i.just hope they pick best deserving singers beyond the looks and swag and am sure they will..good luck to all who auditioned.

[@GoodSamaritan143]

This three judges are awesome, love Katty Perry so much

[@nabihanasar3577]

katty? lol its katy-

[@NoName-xi3nm]

@@nabihanasar3577 katty 😭😭

[@amaanshaikh6868]

@@NoName-xi3nm 🤣

[@ELARMOOTEE]

Love the way he broke him for a second to humble him then brought him back up !

[@Acvasq]

Lionel shocked Katy for a minute. Lol! She didn’t know what to do haha

[@marcos1555]

I love Lionel's brutality it's what this kid needs old school and to the point.

[@josephlewis9237]

This is what I admire about Katy Perry. She puts people straight, she's honest and truthful towards people and she's very very straightforward with people. When I first heard Lionel Richie say "I don't like you", I thought it was harsh at first, but, I could understand what he meant. That contestant had a great voice, great talent, but too much ego and too much ego can hold you back.

[@AgentAO7]

He was better during the previous audition. He was more real & down to earth back then. He’s the type that fame would go straight up to his head. Lionel was spot on!

[@chrisdecastro1690]

"Oh katy remove those demons" hahaha 😂😂

[@lassiee0968]

Does everyone remember him from every witch way on Nickelodeon

[@Linda_N_N_25]

I remember him from every witch way. that show was so good

[@EliasDry]

YEAHHHHH

[@laviebelle9246]

What the hell. REALLY!!

[@lassiee0968]

@@laviebelle9246 yeah he played Daniel Miller

[@aidandsouza2005]

He was Daniel

[@lilyaa3760]

Respect to Mr Lionel Richie! He has enough experience as a Legend and the way he was looking at that young man, I can tell he's not amazed...

[@omarpreetsinghbali4128]

I remember this guys cover song of It will rain and found it better and more passionate than the original even. He deserves a lot of success. Hope he gets it 👍🏻👍🏻

[@hilamaryful]

I keep fighting voices in my mind that say I’m not enough. - Felt that.

[@klausmikaelson403]

Luke: "ooh Katy remove Those demons" LOL

[@chauhanrajput4733]

What a great lesson taught by him in the end

[@Cb._.1997]

This has to be the best cover that I have heard of this song.

[@arielramirez3737]

That's the best thing that Lionel Richie says to nick merico. I hope nick will really learn his lesson.

[@freaker5569]

The garbage guy is amazing sung my favorite song by rascal flatts did a great job with it. The pizza guy played the piano amzing n the song was truly heartfelt great job

[@tirsozul9913]

Hello Lionel Richie My idol during time since 90..he's are great artis & popolar singer. Former Malaysia Army Special Force Regiment

[@gracelasta4548]

He never showed attitude. It is not his fault that he is blessed with a handsome face and beautiful voice.

[@rodland346]

"You're going to Hollywood!!!.. AND A THERAPIST!!!" Haha BURNED! 🔥🔥🔥

[@bradleymitchell3808]

“bUrNeD”

[@hobi-wan-kanobi2016]

He didn’t have an ego. They were mad jealous 😂😂😂

[@ferp.2077]

This guy has too much attitude, he is boastful. Humility is the first key to success.

[@viktornapolitano6113]

True fact.

[@miriammaina2807]

I agree

[@NitinSharma-tq1qb]

But do girls want that... i guess not???

[@aidandsouza2005]

@@NitinSharma-tq1qb why does it matter what girls want? It’s his life

[@ashwaninagar9186]

Earth is flat

[@jeremywilson5872]

Absolutely beautiful and wonderful voice ❤😂

[@Nardelm]

Legit was so surprised but proud Lionel did that, this is why they’re celebrity judges. They see these things and been down that road so they know something when they see it ! They’ve been there

[@ravipravips]

Humility is outcome of parenting where good attitude and values are shaped when one goes through 1) empty pocket, 2)empty stomach, 3) insults.

[@crazyvibes8332]

Broken heart 💔

[@Yuki_328]

He's so amazing I wanna cry

[@cns180784]

We should go fishing together sometime Lionel...would be so funny every time he hooks into a fish he sings "fiiiish awwwwwn babeeeh" haha

[@joseph9156]

This guy is too good looking for his own good and making me feel really ugly

[@kenjiesuralta1435]

🍃

[@manishvishvkarma4850]

Don't think like that man

[@buchsg]

I don"t know you but i'm sure you're a better person than this guy...

[@benshapiro8623]

@@buchsg what’s wrong with the guy in the video, he has a great personality.

[@lovelola259]

4:24 that look when someone is now talking sincerely and humbly.

[@phsyquesamortin]

Where is he now, he has a very good voice with an angelic face! He is so lucky to have both goodlooking, and great voice!

[@financematters15]

Why is everyone saying he has ego? He seems nice..

[@scorpio11955]

Follow everything about him. Like he knows he's cute. He didn't care much

[@classified0713]

@@scorpio11955 when they asked him if he knows hes good looking he said no maybe heard it once hes not boastful or egoistic at all but its the jealousy of others that inferiorate themselves

[@scorpio11955]

@@classified0713 no he was follow him from the start. They had to do this for him to reduce his ego. He even said so. I saw it from the start. His things were good at first he was lucky he got another chance

[@classified0713]

@@scorpio11955 I saw him from the start he was being super humble they were putting him on a pedestal calling him cute and stuff and he kept pushing that away. They asked him if he has many gfs he said no hes focused on himself they put him above them then they got uncomfortable fck that

[@scorpio11955]

@@classified0713 no you're wrong. Some are just jokes and about gfs that's because of his handsome face if you didn't get the point. He came and they gave him a ticlet then he failed to attend because his things were so okay. Then later he lost a lot and he remembered the American idol. That's the point. He had ghosted them. Richie is acting like a father figure to.make him be serious. What's hard to understand there?

[@englishandbiohub6621]

Katy wanted to have his attention but he didnt give her 😂😂😂

[@michaelho377]

I am happy to see him after such a long time - Wow finally he made it going to HOLLYWOOD - CONGRATULATIONS

[@user-rd7mu8bp6c]

This is genuine conversation that talking behind the back

[@ayooomyman1981]

This guy is very talented

[@MrFrankie4700]

What attitude??? The dude was outgoing, sang his heart out, and was himself, the judges are really pissed about him not continuing the past year that’s why they butt hurt

[@justicethedoggo3648]

Exactly , and if a chick with loads of makeup comes in with a autotune and have loads of "I'm queen" attitude , they will say yas queen 😶

[@samuelray18]

Humility is important buddy. Drop your ego if you want to succeed!

[@emanuelpedraza8374]

What did he do that was so egotistical

[@monas]

I don't see what ego he has. I'm confused.

[@monas]

@@emanuelpedraza8374 I am wondering the same

[@hotwig68]

hes beautiful and so talented...he is the dream package....elvis type beauty.

[@dream-r4]

YESSS I LOVE HIM

[@erikmandolini]

why does luke laugh to everything? hahah he's so funny

[@jessraye2761]

haha😂😂

[@denisemargaridacarvalho-uf7vv]

Canta d mais. Lindo demais. Lembra o Elvis.

[@tottimejdi5820]

katy is adorable and genius at same time

[@monte_cristo842]

کس نگو

[@something9190]

Katy's way of talking n attitude she carries, looks similar as my school's typical english teacher. And she s vry good too

[@teddymwanza4414]

Excellent voice

[@classified0713]

Bro he is not boastful at all its the insecure people who clearly see hes better / more good looking than them feel infrrior and put all the blame on him. I can relate to this guy a lot and i feel him hes not boastful coolness just comes with his nature.

[@autonomous1520]

This should remind everyone to always stay humble. No one likes an ego

[@denisemargaridacarvalho-uf7vv]

Nike simplesmente perfeito 💪♥️🥰😘

[@jonahmera]

He is sood good in singing i love u...

[@anandpandey9988]

Humility and kindness is what keeps you grounded.. And ofcourse "gravity" coz Keanu reeves said so

[@mularamjimeena719]

I still remembered the last auodition & their talk he looks so handsome& i think😊 katty parry also like him so much as i do

[@EntertainmentFan11]

Damn, Mr. Richie! That sounded like something Simon would say! Anybody else think so? Anyway, I didn't watch the previous season, so my expectations for this guy were very low. He sure didn't disappoint, though! Good job, Nick!

[@ahalpert]

He definitely got a lot better

[@jeffreyapelo9420]

love the Song 👍👍

[@badass1092]

She is a sweet soul 😊

[@goodnewsehie3509]

He’s Daniel from Every Witch Way, the Nickelodeon TV Show. I was wondering why he looked so familiar in the thumbnail.

[@shaniawilliams1624]

I was literally thinking the same thing

[@sirpapichulo4956]

@@shaniawilliams1624 ahh yes finally someone with a childhood

[@kamjie2459]

Ohhhhh thats where ive seen him from😍broooooo

[@julialyn9747]

I realize it was him at first glance 😳

[@luckyblackylunaferas4319]

What a voice! That was so mesmerizing! I didn't see that he's arrogant or has some ego's problems,.in contrary he tried to reply politely and sincerely although they try to humiliate many times in this audition! Indeed, all the judges were so overacted and resentful toward him and unfortunately unprofessional, he definitely has his own issues to leave the competition... Good luck Nick Merico, u have all the potential to be a world's start!!♥️♥️

[@drews4u]

no. He was definitely too aware of his looks and even if he wasn't fully aware of it, the attitude showed. yes he's talented and can sing and is "dreamy", but he was using his looks too much..it showed.

[@nadeembajwa8530]

He got bullied by 3 people on a power trip. His only fault? He’s good looking. Wth? 😂😂😂😂

[@drews4u]

@@nadeembajwa8530 You're missing the point and can't see it because you're blinded by his looks. Go deeper than that.

[@DiverseLA]

@@drews4u sounds like you’re mad because he’s good looking. Women hate on good looking men sometimes

[@drews4u]

@@DiverseLA Lolol ok honey..whatever makes you feel better that someone has a different opinion than you. Sleep tight

[@Secret-sw8ih]

They were mean to him. He's perfect in looks, singing & piano playing.

[@johnrevere9567]

Katy can't handle rejection... but it wasn't even that!!! Being a Christian that he is, if he had personal problems causing him not to attend, leave it at that Hollyweird... STOP making things up just because he didn't take your cougar ways.

[@shunwong7469]

That wasn't the point, they mainly criticized him on his attitude, they never directly mentioned his talent (except for Lionel), but it was basically like telling him he needs to reflect on his ego if he wants to make it onto Hollywood

[@Secret-sw8ih]

@@shunwong7469 I appreciate that, yes but personally I did not think he had a bad attitude. I just think they saw someone too good to be true (in their eyes).

[@mosesthesaint5356]

@@Secret-sw8ih I think that’s what you saw though.

[@justicethedoggo3648]

Exactly they insecure beta

[@rebekatokovic5033]

He just doesn’t have it he is missing passion and soul in his performance it’s like he’s faking it

[@mwaseem4376]

Wow looking beautiful you are so cute

[@bradleymitchell3808]

No

[@chawquee]

Judging people by their faces beautiful ir not is judgment too.did you know what is inside his heart? Only God knows .we jusge people by their behaviour the rest is your impression as woman who likes probably I can guess Mediterranean type guys .So he didn't turn you on ...pure and simple.The guy is a singer and handsome and that's all what you need for an artist ..the rest is personal being humble etc As ketty is a humble come on all if them are fame maniacs

[@emjay5243]

He’s got looks. What makes him bad is ego!

[@jaisangwan3074]

And that kills everything... Every good thing he has at his disposal

[@atefrustn7332]

@@sirousghafuri7704 There are superficial humans They have wrong prejudices

[@s.combis2866]

@@sirousghafuri7704 yeah i dont see any

[@bradleymitchell3808]

Yeah, he literally did nothing wrong. All I see are a bunch of jealous, ugly people talking about his ego. He seems like a good kid to me. Took their advice and didn’t get offended by their words. Grow up

[@delanoblanco2248]

Basically he was wrong for just trying to feel relax? Nothing wrong with him

[@BikrantPawan-zm6uh]

Mk him understand very well To mk him better in connect with with pure to his song voice 🎉

[@sirpapichulo4956]

Only the og's knows that he was on the nickelodeon show Every Witch Way

[@owenemreayofficial3779]

The best comment ever,by the way I love his voice so much

[@markcorpin9883]

OMG! I like him! 😍

[@OPPENHIGHWAY]

Nick he is so hansoms guy❤

[@iqrakhan6713]

That black colour jacket old man judge is soooo humble ,sweet and warm hearted.

[@CHAMPThisGuyLewis]

Imagine realizing that he played Daniel in "every witch way" Katy was right 😌 he did look familiar 😂

[@mass2.016]

He is most handsome contestent ever on idol...

[@englishandbiohub6621]

I totally agree 😍

[@murielleacadine4679]

THAT is the best way for us to understand... Hollywood don't want you to have a personality... They wanna shape you how ever is fit for their plan, YOU is just an object ...

[@kits1111]

He is not rude , he has self respect

[@davidrynberk4830]

Richie is so spot on! listen up young blood you need to get the message of how it is

[@theeagle1918]

last year he came and said i am 22 and after a year he is still 22😂😂

[@carlyjune6322]

I honestly hated him during the interview thing at the beginning his ego is huge

[@xXsakkelaoXx]

Confidence and ego are two different things, he wants the gold ticket, that's humility, wanting something and not just expecting things to go your way. This was the second time and he still tried his best and didn't just expect the gold ticket.

[@ivan6611]

hate is a powerful word

[@NitinSharma-tq1qb]

@@xXsakkelaoXx yes... and that wasnt confidence...

[@kaylaasmr]

I like him but something about him seems like he thinks he is too good. It’s that attitude

[@theintrosproject8598]

They lied when they said nobody’s perfect. This guy’s the epitome of perfection!

[@theuglybeing4673]

Um no

[@Echospuuke]

Guys he had an ego last time but he's talented and he said he left for personal reasons, give him a break.

[@Susana-xm7ow]

Reminds me of someone. I agree with Mr. Richie. WOW

[@narong_grg2003]

plot twist- He didn't bring guitar this time and direct gets on playing piano😂

[@claudiamatimbe1578]

Lionel Richie i respect you for this lesson. 👏🏾👏🏾

[@Raina430]

OK, I saw this guy for exactly 1 minute and six seconds. He walked out he was totally respectful and polite. I saw nothing but a nice guy and then he sat down and sang and played. So whatever trips they went on about his big ego was about something I never saw. Are they talking about the fact that he was on Nickelodeon? Was he egocentric last time he tried out? Because whatever it was, this audience member didn’t see it on 1:06. I personally found it completely offensive that they tried to crush him like that. It was uncalled for, disrespectful, and rude. Shame on them, especially Lionel, who is normally so awesome with contestants. Maybe this young man deserved it, maybe he didn’t. But whatever he did, I was never shown it.

[@Isa_merri]

You sound entitled.

[@barrbz4life]

Daniel From Every Which Way 😍💗

[@gilbertmarquez3568]

I love Nick

[@kangule4020]

I love the way Riichie tought him bout attitude.

[@brianna_crawl]

Well Katy and Lionel went out of line there. He is transparent and you can see the guy is not arrogant or narcissistic, he told them he had personal problems. We are all people and we can deal with some tough stuff at a times, they should’ve cut him some slack there, they’re so disrespectful and unprofessional, Jesus.

[@debbie9050]

Lovely looking lad, and he already made it.

[@DailyVlogMix2003]

2022 still a fan

[@rainnab9670]

“Katie, remove those demons!” 😂

[@sandbach7195]

This is an example of when someone's beauty actually caused a pause in their development.

[@monas]

Ya'll are just jealous. He doesn't have an attitude.

[@johnrevere9567]

You ARE jealous he doesn't have an attitude!!!