Nya: Stunning Cover of Tyla's "Water" - American Idol 2024

"Nya stuns with this cover of ""Water"" by Tyla!
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American Idol 2024
Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.

[@bluesky5384]

Man Nya was my front runner at the beginning but she's gotta pick better songs to make it past top 10 at this point.

[@camsuniverse673]

I love her fr but the songs not it 😂

[@bluesky5384]

@@camsuniverse673Now she's eliminated 😔

[@ravuthlong1048]

Bold song choice for the competition but she sang it very well

[@gdoty88]

Vote for her!!

[@SylarbearG2a]

the first seconds of her notes is not good bad song choice

[@FergieVlogJM]

Girl REALLY can sing. This performance reminds me of her first audition. Love her!🤍💃🏽

[@Jon-os2vg]

Lmfao

[@Si.NikProductions]

Same love her 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Taviarenechin]

She has her own style that’s what I love about her. She made it her own song and didn’t mimic it

[@kall4less]

Top 4 of season.

[@Jon-os2vg]

Lmfao, do you even have ears?

[@BarbaraMcPherson-df7nt]

Nya did a great job on this song.

[@monica-crystalarandia4081]

Classy + Sexy = Sassy. Gorgeous looks and talent to back it up. Always seems so effortless for her!

[@user-sm5en5ns9m]

Total fail by the band, eliminating that iconic amapiano drum/bass line. The core essence of the track.

[@rommellopez6546]

Same with georgia on my mind, they know shes very dangerous with the correct song or arrangement

[@bastianlarsen7375]

It could also be a copyright thing. There’s a reason why ALL THE COMPETITORS have to do cover songs

[@ImAshley2023]

​@@bastianlarsen7375 I think you mean all the competitors have to REARRANGE their cover songs

[@bastianlarsen7375]

@@ImAshley2023 nope

[@mikkelsrensen5285]

Bro its a cover

[@robertantonnyc]

Love this for her, current, sexy, shows personality, sounded great in her voice while she commanded the stage, in her usual Diva manner.

[@gdoty88]

Next week we gotta vote!!

[@davidhill8565]

@@gdoty88We gotta go out there and rally before the next show.

[@gdoty88]

I AGREE LETS DO IT, WE GOTTA GET OUR GIRL THE WIN!!!

[@jonathanhenry5647]

Y’all hating in these comments. She sounds flawless and even made the song her own. If you want the original go listen to it. It’s that simple. Beautifully done Nya!

[@Hazy-lm1ji]

American idol fans are pretty racist and always will be but they won't ever say the truth

[@bohlalenchabeleng1370]

After a second listen admittedly she did good. I was too harsh on her. Well done girl.

[@johnharvey77793]

all the judges choices were great and it’s sad that america quote on quote can’t see they are stars

[@lynnayesmith-winters7922]

I stop watching when America starts voting, just pisses me off

[@cherylalt101]

Who were the judges choices? I don't get to see the whole show cause I'm in Austria lol. I'm dying to know since I read your comment!

[@TiagoSilvaESC]

@@cherylalt101 Nya, Jayna, Jordan and Roman

[@user-ux4er7ip1y]

She could have sung it on a higher note .. different pitch ..note (higher key) Or mid way transpose the song ..still her voice is capable enough for any music genre .. amazing talent

[@davidhill8565]

Don’t say that it’s a bad song choice. Say that it’s a bold song choice.

[@dianek3351]

Love her! 🥰 She’s talented, beautiful & fantastic voice! Commanded the stage! Great performance! 👏❤️

[@gdoty88]

Vote for her next week!

[@Hazy-lm1ji]

PHENOMENAL PERFORMANCE!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@maina_mwangih]

We are behind u kairetu, much love from kenya, africa 🌍 ❤️

[@MsNeNe333]

Reason I’m watching!! First season in years and I’m hooked bc of this gal!!! Amazing.

[@RobbyS-rr2if]

Her voice is wonderful 😍

[@HeroShades]

I love Nya! I am a big fan of her. I didn't like the song for her, and I didn't think this was her best. It was still great regardless. She deserves to be in the top 14. I'm just afraid she is gonna go home next week because Facebook grannies are not digging her style. I just hope she goes out on a high note next week if she doesn't get voted through. Country music is very popular in America as Facebook loves that music. They've been very reliable. She needs to do something to get country fans on board.

[@davidhill8565]

That implies that America is voting with bias. It seems that the Facebook grannies are the ones calling the shots. Bias is the only reason why Nya is predicted to be voted off. She’d be a textbook victim of musical style bias.

[@davidhill8565]

If she gets voted off, she should rally to get fans of her style of music to vote for future Idol contestants similar to her.

[@andrewdewayne5704]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I just can’t believe they voted her off the show. She was one of the most talented vocalist they have ever had on here she should’ve won. She gave variety in terms of her material that she performed and she had a dynamic range. this girl is it superstar and I’m sure this won’t be the last time we hear from her once again American Idol has gotten it wrong voting off some of the most talented individuals they’ve had on the show now the show has lost complete appeal because there’s no real competitors on the show or there’s no variety. They have settled for singing one genre of music and folk or rock this girl has sung a variety of different genres and still they’re not satisfied. I just know that she’s gonna be major and we’ll see her on the stage somewhere soon on Broadway off Broadway or maybe even cutting a demo she was one of the greatest. I still can’t believe they voted her off.❤❤❤❤

[@Taytimethursday]

I love her eye makeup

[@johnnysalindeho7224]

Great voice❤

[@marshatraylor9207]

Love It Her Own Style ❤

[@Dority3]

Not the best song choice, but Nya is one of my favorites. However, there is a lot of great singers on this year so I have alot of favs.

[@samuellemon2822]

NYA !!! You must keep singing! Please keep going! What an INCREDIBLE talent you have, which is not common, especially in music today. I thought you should have been one of the last few left. What a beauty! What a style! What a talent! 😭 Thank you so much for you !!!

[@barbaramoore5070]

I love Nya!! She sang it better than the original….what a voice!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@Sophisticated1]

American idol still on?? I must be living under a rock lol

[@bluesky5384]

It's on ABC now and everything that made it good is gone now so don't worry lol

[@SilverStrumer]

Still a National American treasure even though it’s not a ratings juggernaut like it once was

[@OliGrubb]

Loved the energy and vocals! I hope she makes it through……..come on America, be progressive like you say you are 👀

[@user-zv7pg9ci9u]

She is a phenomenal singer

[@PrincessZ12]

Wow she’s stunning immensely talented and this was really amazing loved it

[@Soirse8]

Stunning lady and terrific performance .⭐️👏

[@barbaramoore5070]

I love her…I hope she wins…beautiful, sexy and a great voice! She was totally right when she said she was a superstar….that she is! Go get ‘em Nya!! ❤

[@RachelFuller19]

She already known from being on broadway so I don’t think that would be fair

[@autk]

She's been voted off by America and will be again

[@barbaramoore5070]

There’s a lot of “unfairness” in all these types of programs…nevertheless, I hope she wins 😊

[@lilybeeyourself]

Holy shit! That was unreal!

[@monawinti2584]

Star aura light... This year's winner❤❤

[@thejameze8178]

A star❤

[@puregeniusful]

love this, something different too

[@adnanprananda6054]

Grand Final Should be 1. Nya Sound Similar skill ( Beyonce) 2. Jayna Elise Sound Similar skill (Jordin Spark ) 3. Mckenna faith Sound similar and Skill (Anggun)

[@josiegarcia2729]

she ate that up

[@henrydenner5448]

Beautiful performance!

[@user-ri9ym1xd8p]

❤

[@debraawooten5364]

Agree!

[@duket.8598]

Please give her a *FAN*. This was not the right song choice, but clearly she has starpower

[@S.Shea2432]

Y'all in the comments need to stop comparing!! Nya was AMAZING!! 😍 By turning Tyla's Beautiful version of "Water," into Nya's Beautiful version of "Water," She made the Beautiful song Hers, Her style. From her voice, performance, She made it all her version, "Nya's Version," & Y'all, that's what REAL ARTISTS DO!! Nya, You're a REAL ARTIST!! Girl, & this is coming from a Tyger (Tyla Fan.) & I know Tyla would be SO FREAKING PROUD of Your whole entire performance of her song "Water." You're doing absolutely AMAZING Nya!! Keep Shining Beautiful. You're a 🌟!! 😍 🐅❤❤

[@Etrielle]

....except her name is "Nya" 😅

[@unjaded2]

SHE GETS BETTER EACH WEEK ? SHE OOZES CHARISMA AND STAR POWER

[@jacquelinbellsales7707]

AMEN ❤❤❤

[@DatGirlPorsha05]

Dang American Idol still comes on 😮

[@HY-jq8eo]

Girl you kill the sing, great work

[@lucidarose613]

Great song choice for her!

[@sunnys1n9h]

IM SUCH A FAN

[@shivanikaien1977]

Love her voice she is too good for this song

[@weslleypaiva3407]

AMAZING JOB!!!!

[@zoeazsss5035]

Looks beautiful and sings beautiful.

[@barbaramoore5070]

God I hope she wins…she’s fantastic!! 😮

[@Nellia.20x]

Gorgeous 😍🔥

[@johnhendricks2437]

Hi Nya - I’m so sorry you were eliminated- you were in my top five favorites out of this top fourteen group and I am being truthful when I say that. It wasn’t my favorite performance by you tonight and unfortunately I think America voted based on that. I would have instead given you a break or pass this round and expected you to do better next week, which you likely would have done. So sorry Nya - but you have a splendid voice and you should be EXTREMELY proud of yourself.

[@bettymunguia2136]

She's good 😊

[@davidhill8565]

Nya has been held to an impossible standard in the comments.

[@ImAshley2023]

True

[@davidhill8565]

@@ImAshley2023 Green flag.

[@MISTERKIC]

I'm considered Old School. Younger people at my place of employment call me "Unc". Tyla's jawn "Water/Wata'" is pure fire. This young lady, sang this sure-fire classic- like a singer from the late 80s or early 90s would. Not even close. Chose another song to flex your voice. Respectfully.

[@cocosmith5285]

She looks like Lauren Hill! Nice voice 👌

[@nessaness8438]

Man i fully expected the comments to be roasting her upppp. Ig its a good thing they didnt. But this was NOT good smh

[@telcyrachelle]

Thank you. I'm trying to hear what they heard because this was bad from start to finish.

[@markcusblair1985]

@@telcyrachelle You make being a hater look so easy! Hahah

[@bradcrawford1998]

America got it wrong. This girl is one of the BEST female vocalists. She should not have had to get the judges vote to stay afloat 😤 She reminds me of a black female who sang Macarthers Park, her name eludes me 🤯

[@GRomance0804]

I would love to hear her sing some Keyshia Cole or Monica... She is a stunning vocalist

[@adnanprananda6054]

Grand Final Should be 1. Nya 2. Jayna Elise 3. Mckenna faith

[@Nostalking]

2 of them are gone

[@brusiqueirah5721]

🙌🙌

[@samuellemon2822]

You are unbelievable! Each time you sing is so very beautiful. That voice is true and powerful talent that wins! And Emmy Russell beat you out on 4/21/24??? That is political and Nashville money!! Someone scared the judges from the beginning. My opinion is now different about the show. Of course, Am Idol has no where for feedback on their app. Keep singing so “Hidden Biases” do not affect you. You have a talent that exceeds so many others.

[@phyllisraeburn481]

Wow!!! She sounds better than the original artist…ijs

[@kaybeesibiya1757]

Ngeke girl! It's a zero from South Africa🇿🇦 ...bowuthi wenzani vele?

[@user-or6wk3ln9r]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@itsnyachomba]

Just on national television having fun, hby?

[@kaybeesibiya1757]

​@@itsnyachombatake it with a pinch of salt...its still a ZERO. I'll give you 2 for effort🤗

[@lmacdonald1281]

So gorgeous

[@fruzzyfrogfred]

I think I'm in love

[@lazarusdouvos]

winner please

[@beaslyxbox]

SHE IS FIRE

[@Adam-ij1fg]

what a star

[@piotrkaminski9932]

She should have gone to the voice. They appreciate vocals more there.

[@henrymathews3671]

Oh she ATE that 🔥

[@ConcertgoerJ.R.]

That was a great vocal performance by Nya! Good for her!

[@Maryjackson-sy3vh]

I would love to see her sing some sza or coco jones

[@emmanuealcabanig6263]

I want her to sing “Made for Me” by Muni Long ..

[@karensmith5923]

Nah can’t touch Tyla at all she don’t have the vibe in her voice like Tyla/ she can sing though

[@alidon1970]

I thought it was just me

[@user-pw3bl1zv4g]

My thoughts as well. I actually didn’t like it😬

[@ImAshley2023]

It was honestly a bit all over the place in terms of her vocals, as if she wasn't sure how she was supposed to be singing it or what notes to hit amd carry.... But a lot of people here seem be turning a blind eye

[@hthomas9891]

I disagree! Her version is great I am glad it was different! 🎉

[@djbdjb169]

Her voice wavered too much she seemed unsure of her choice great vocals though wrong choice of song

[@tangelacarter6620]

Something is very off.

[@merlikamitchel2557]

U go gìrl

[@MyMyKeish]

She has it I'm just not sure this song was for her voice go Nya I hope u win ❤

[@troyeyong5226]

What a risky song choice (up tempo )

[@IAmAremuorin]

Wanna write for her

[@josephaaronmurungi9109]

Why remove the iconic amapiano drum bass line?

[@Debbiediamond0310]

Because the wanted to give you voice instead of studio sound

[@denisegeorge573]

No way!!!! Sorry...... she looks nice for the event. Song choice not a good choice.

[@healingnaturegirl333]

Winner vibes ✨💞✨

[@livingthetruthpodcastandvlog]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@anjalimichelleart]

The sound/tech team needed to turn everything up.

[@raulcuriel199]

It’s one of them songs you don’t touch.

[@Robshta]

Didn't work...Unsure if sound check is off key...but not great 😒

[@cameraz99]

Nyla got robbed. Should have been in the top 12. She'll go onto bigger and better things.

[@denisehumphrey2467]

Wow ❤❤❤❤❤ that performance was great 👍🏾

[@davidhill8565]

Can she break through the voted top 10?

[@ilahmaecunanan2629]

Congratulations Nya! You made it! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@SarahBlut]

I thought girl was SZA for a bit

[@skti5597]

Like that she tried something modern again. But there was something about this that didn’t fully gel. It is a really groovy vibey song, this felt too rushed. Loved the very ending though. Heard the yummy rich texture of her voice.

[@sandreahawkins2840]

The caption is a cap she can sing wrong song idk who idea it was not it it’s like you heard the vocals but not in this song

[@ThatB4ever]

❤❤❤😂that's right girl show Tyla she ain't nothing special song Water belongs to This lady right here lol ❤❤❤❤ #Makeviral #Tylachallenge #tyla #water

[@anniecurry4069]

Triston Harper the 15 year old looks just like Muhammad Ali the boxer looks like he could be the greatest boxers son.