Emmy Russell Coal Miner's Daughter Full Performance Top 8 Judge's Song Contest | American Idol 2024

[@berkkyc3600]

She really sang this song from a place of ancestral love and connection. This was her best performance!

[@deebee4751]

Best comment because that song reached the heavens.

[@perc-ai]

bruh she just blew all the other piano contestants this season out of the water...

[@MISNM0]

Absolutely agree! She really and truly HONORED herself, her lineage, the music, and this opportunity.

[@Bl-mb3oh]

💯 this!

[@anitaberbick6923]

Agreed ❤❤❤❤

[@leodegas7731]

I've got tears. Not because of the back story, but because of the way she sang it. I hope she sings this at the end of all her concerts. It was beautiful.

[@ChristianAVS]

It was lovely

[@heavensnewestangel]

I rarely cry during songs, but her performace here had me crying.

[@MoonDragn77]

This is how songs should be, It should not just be about the technical aspects. Songs should have the ability to promote a certain emotion in the listener.

[@drenee9716]

I felt the same,also got chills. She's Beautiful, Amazing!! ❤❤

[@jacksonia7724]

She has officially won me over! That was beautiful!!

[@ludwig5702]

Omg I love her and that blew me away wow!!!!!

[@carie7666]

Same.

[@deemogul6205]

Yeahhh, she's officially won me over too! I truly admire & am proud of how she's overcoming her nervousness/insecurities.

[@EmmyroseRussell]

Thanks 😊

[@carie7666]

@EmmyroseRussell how are you doing since after idol? Hope you get a record and make music . The music is definitely in your blood and you have a beautiful voice and very humble. I know your grandma is smiling down watching over you sweet girl. I am writing a song and maybe you could sing it or get it out there I'm just having trouble with it I need some help, but it's about my life and a song about my meme and pawpaw. So 2 songs I'm working on

[@kyletourville7147]

I don’t know how anyone could bash Emmy! People say they love Loretta Lynn but yet they bash Emmy saying she can’t sing. It’s like would you say that to Loretta Lynn’s face? If not, than you best better keep your mouth shut. Emmy is a star and she’s not trying to fill her grandmas shoes. She’s paving her own road.

[@milkshakemuncher]

Wow, people say Emmy can't sing? I've only stumbled on her through this KZbin algorithm, so have only heard Emmy sing this song, but gee, she 100% nailed it! Awesome performance. I've watched the movie Coal Miners Daughter about Loretta Lyn and liked it, but never knew she had a grand daughter who sings too!

[@rudyhernandez8446]

I totally agree.

[@samg873]

I can hear Loretta in her voice

[@cathyn3477]

Shame on yall Loretta would be hurt by this😢

[@Buttercup-vw2zo]

I am a huge Loretta Lynn fan and Emmy had me in tears

[@jocelynb8669]

She's really just a lovely girl. Her Memaw would be so proud.

[@crabcakesandfootball4619]

She said after the performance this brought closure. Emmy never got over her grandmas passing and just felt stuck with expectations. Then on National TV, amid scrutiny from haters she was tasked with singing the one song only Emmy could sing. The perfect mental and emotional storm happened at one time. She did the best tribute she could have done and stepped out of Loretta Lynn's shadow at the same time. Great job Emmy. You have a fan and well done

[@brendahowe1092]

I am a Kentucky girl. I loved Memaw Loretta and this song is Kentucky. Miss Emmy, you done your Memaw and Kentucky proud. And you done it your way and it was magnificent. Keep being you and your "hug" was so good.

[@kaylaroberts9817]

Unbelievable performance. That performance alone is Grammy worthy and not because it’s her grandmothers song - because she has the voice and heart of an angel ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TeknoMediumsParanormal1111]

You can hear Loretta singing with her, if you listen with your heart...❤ Like they musta done 1000 times. ❤️❤️❤️ I miss my Grandmother so much too.

[@tonyrice954]

The audience was quiet and mesmerized throughout the entire performance. Rightfully so. Nobody can ever take this performance away from you, and with that heart of yours, I know that many more of those are to come. So happy for you!

[@jamielockwood5421]

I don't care what others say... I love Emmy she was awesome tonight 💖🤩✨🫶

[@kellieestep8230]

She nailed it her grandma would be so proud of her ..

[@FelipeCJr]

@@TechridrI think Jamie meant the comments on the official American idol channel because a lot of people were upset (not me I LOVE Emmy) with the results and was saying that she shouldn’t have moved on and etc.

[@NelTorres-nn5wg]

Sorry she's ok ,but the singers alot better especially the country ones

[@autk]

​@@NelTorres-nn5wg nope

[@EmmyroseRussell]

Thanks 😊you’re so sweet

[@ladustawoods8686]

Way to go Emmy! You don't need American Idol!!! You are already a star and a true artist and any record company should be glad to have you!!!!!

[@tigerlilly573]

Emmy you are more than an American Idol. You will go far beyond this. Always a fan❤🙏

[@TerriShook]

To hear her grandmothers song from her, was so beautiful, it touched my soul,

[@wmflyboy]

One of my favorite Idol performances ever. She had the entire audience hypnotized. My wife and I would be first in line for tickets to her concert.

[@maroon24722]

Her best so far IMO. Touching. Emotional. She was so INTO that song.

[@TheProtestantPope]

I didn't think she could deliver a pro performance at this level. From the start she has always sang from the heart with a warm loving voice but her problem is lack of self belief and lack of confidence at the pro level of singing. This was a musical moment. The last time I experienced something this heartfelt was Nightbirde's Golden Buzzer audition on AGT. Not many has these kind of moments on TV. Even the silent pause was heartfelt at 3:36.

[@cathyhoffmann7054]

I totally agree.. And comparing the feelings to Nightbirde's performance is perfect!

[@kellark]

I knew .. I mean I just knew Emmy would completely do her grandma proud if she sang one of her Memaws songs. She absolutely did not disappoint! Well done Emmy! She may have just won this season.

[@kellark]

Well unfortunately Emmy's run for the top spot fell abit short, but she did a fantastic job and I hope to see more of her in the future. Well done Emmy!

[@RC0307]

I was weeping during this beautiful interpretation of her Grandmother’s classic song. Emmy Rose 🌹 Russell is the next American Idol in my book. Voted 🗳️

[@marylast8054]

Not even close to her grandmother

[@BoxsterBox2164]

Theres so many good contest. There is no clear cut winner like Iam Tongi last season. I don't know who the winner is.

[@MISNM0]

​@@marylast8054 You had to do it. 🤮

[@MISNM0]

@@RA82828 I do, and don't need it from you either.

[@RickRyan-c6d]

I could hear some of her grandma in that performance. Beautifully done. Loretta would be so proud

[@jonathanrodgers4893]

I've been watching Idol for many years. That is the single most moving performance I've ever seen on the show. Just stunning.

[@ImperfectMark]

I don’t cry often but I am bawling. What a performance!

[@kierrahenke7642]

I’ve been an Emmy truther since day one! I knew she had this in her!!! This was beautiful!!!

[@terricunningham6810]

me too. she is amazing!!!

[@matthewrobinson9955]

Made me cry. Loretta would be proud.

[@DanHuffman-dc3tl]

Talent, humble and nothing but class. Emmy wishing you the best - always remember who you are and where you come from. You were given a gift and heaven smiles each time you write or sing a song.

[@stefaniehobbs3703]

Your grandmother has wrapped you in her wings. Fantastic, fantabulous job.

[@ndb_1982]

She doesn't have wings.

[@autk]

​@@ndb_1982haters gonna hate

[@maddog1999]

I love this song. I’ve never heard it slow and quiet like this. Her Memaw would be so proud.

[@airesmith935]

You are Emmy Russell and I would be Soooo Proud to be Loretta Lynn's Granddaughter Be Soooo Loved You are Special and Keep going and WIN I'm Watching and Proud to see you WIN!!

[@bkillerbw58]

I can't stop listening to this song. My mother was the daughter of a coal mineral. She lived this song. She would tell us kids all the stories about how she grew up. My past away about 2 years ago. When she sang the line nothing lives here anymore ...just a memory of a coal miner's daughter, I completely lost it. It just brought me to tears. The summer before my mom past she took me to the place where she grew up on the mountain. Nothing was there anymore. The house she was literally born in up on the mountain is gone...nothing left but memories. And now that's all I have is the memories of a coal miner's daughter.

[@amydewar831]

She is defiantly not holding back now!!! So proud of her.

[@logantherealone]

She made my entire family tear up. Blew us away. What an awesome rendition!

[@normwilliamson2990]

Absouletly stunning.. your beautiful in side and out.. tx u angles r watching!

[@karenhardie1132]

Emmy, that was beautiful. My eyes were leaking water. Take your wings to the finale. America loves you. 😊

[@_Tay1or3]

My new favorite. The transformation since her audition has been the best thus far. She makes me cry almost every performance. I hope she goes very far in life.

[@jenjohn3590]

I can’t stop watching this. Makes me cry every time. Such heart.

[@nancyc6389]

Emmy, we are Very, Very proud of you!! This was a Wonderful tribute and had all of us in tears at the end.

[@JonPeyton]

Loretta is smiling down on Emmy. Never thought that anyone could come close to Loretta's version but Emmy did this beautifully.

[@michellepolizzi6421]

Beautiful! It had me in tears!

[@MattSoldano]

Simmon Cowell has always talked about not just singing a song but creating a moment. This performance was a moment! When your competitors have their jaws dropping, you know it's good. Bet GG is looking down saying "That's my Great Grandbaby"! Anyone who likes this, go listen to her song "Skinny".

[@BPMChan-nr7ik]

Congrats Emmy! We could really feel that you channeled your deep love for Memaw Loretta and all the wonderful memories you had together!

[@thepamela050]

Gosh I had to fight back tears becaues it stirred my love for Loretta Lynn but also to hear this come from the heart of her loving granddaughter.

[@johnnyblade9272]

The emotion she sings with is so innocent and pure. She's like a rose blooming as her pedals open to the morning sun... 🌞

[@muzikizfun]

It was a touching performance that, on the one hand, paid a beautiful tribute to Lorreta, but also it was really about herself and all the pressure she has felt over the years trying to show who she is! Well done.

[@patriciasmith5083]

I haven't been her biggest fan. Her audition was weak but holy cow that was beautiful. You have really grown so much and I am sure she was smiling ear to ear from above watching you sing that. That arrangement was so beautiful and the depth of your voice is very cool it's unique it's one of a kind. But in places I was so shocked to hear her come through. Great job and never forget who you are. Your Emmy Russel and you are going to go far.

[@milkshakemuncher]

I liked her audition a lot, but this performance was truly heart felt and connected with a wider audience. Such a great performance.

[@canadian1677]

Beautiful, and She Sang it incredibly well, considering the immense Pressure to sing her Grandmother's Iconic Song! Love her Voice and her Soul

[@mandyduncan23]

She was amazing! I’ll say it every time. I’ve never been her fan because of a grandmother. I have been her fan since auditions and she proved me right tonight. That was incredible

[@MrUnearthly]

Her best performance without a doubt!!! Did her Grandma proud👏

[@batnesislands]

Fellow contestant, McKenna’s facial expression reacted to the “oh oh oh oh…….”, tells it all and it’s priceless.

[@vw4822]

Yes, she was in shock because normally Emmy's performances are pitiful.

[@lynnettemiller4161]

I had to screenshot that expression . We laughed and laughed!

[@leandroa0920]

Agree!🥹😊

[@Jillians1025]

Okay, im still bawling watching Emmy and Jacks performances from last night 😢😭 so beautiful, just sweet emotion pouring out from them.. ughh, i have no more words lol.

[@hdpicklestlc2599]

Such a beautiful performance 😢 and person ❤ Go Emmy!

[@greyhoundpaul1]

Her voice would make the angels tear up. If your ever in Arizona i would love to go to hear you sing live. Love your voice.

[@BeverlyPatton-t1y]

She should record this. Absolutely beautiful.

[@alanhartman1721]

Emmy you got this. You sung you're grandmas song and made it yours!!! You will be crowned the new queen of country. You're singing style added with your angelic voice will take you to the top. You have touched my soul with your singing. I saw you crying while you were singing this song. You are awesome.

[@ml11545]

I absolutely love her voice! I hope she takes this entire contest home!

[@schannstewart9385]

Me too Unlike the others, she draws me in

[@PackerSmacker4]

Perfect. Absolutely magical performance. Her best of the entireseason. I think she just lock up spot in final

[@kerri7971]

Wow, I’m crying up here in Mt. Baldy. Great job. Best song by you Ms. Emmy. YOU’RE A ⭐️ STAR,🌟 😊

[@shelbyrue6744]

Yeah this performance definitely won her over for me! So iconic

[@pannachawangkul585]

I just had a good cry from Emmy's performance. Very touching😢.

[@olivia24c]

Wow. I bawled like a baby. What a star. Emmy u have an angelic voice. You are going far…

[@DebLindley-xg8gz]

That was fabulous 👏 made me cry 😢 she looks like mature tonight and in ways, resembles her great grandma ❤

[@helstonoldboy]

Grandma. Not great grandma. Presuming you’re talking about Loretta Lynn

[@DebLindley-xg8gz]

@@helstonoldboy sometimes talk to text isn't a 2 time Stroke victims friend, guess this is that time 😕. I meant grandma

[@tracymarshall5405]

Emmy you are going big places! I love how you make the songs your own! I love your Skinny song as well. Heres to winning the show girl!!! You are amazing

[@davinsmith6191]

I can feel the emotion in this song when she sings it. Loretta Lynn was a stunning performer. Way to go Emmy Russell your Grandmother would be so proud.

[@ccchag6087]

Embarrassed to admit how many times I’ve listened to this performance. ❤ As a mom and a daughter I get this 100%.

[@s.nelson256]

Me too, i keep watching it. I keep hearing it in my head when I go about my day. I thought this performance was just completely amazing. She became the new idol in my mind with this.

[@KimberlyShook-n8u]

Absolutely my favorite performance of yours yet Emmy :)

[@autk]

Magnificent! After catching so much hate, she soared, satisfying to see and hear. Go ahead Emmy! 🖤

[@kellark]

Why would anyone show hate to Emmy?? She is so humble and soft spoken.. As Taylor said Haters gonna hate

[@todd7706]

Wow! I’ve watched this many times. Such a sweet story tellers voice. Her best performance.

[@TheCujo1956]

I would buy this song. She should record this and it would, guaranteed be a hit for this lovely young lady

[@Fitness15500]

Emmy that was amazing, you are amazing! We are all so proud of you. Your grandmother is so proud of you. You have so much talent and I hope you have the confidence in yourself to chase all of your dreams. Please record this and release this version of just you and the piano on Apple Music…so good!

[@italishgirl5601]

I can’t imagine the strength it took to perform that iconic song…. Bravo!!!!🙏

[@howiewill]

I’ve been listening to this song since it was originally released. I never would’ve thought anyone other than Loretta and Sissy could do it justice. This little gal just blew me away!

[@cfbodman2]

Emmy you could tell put her heart into it. I bet Loretta looked down and said that's my granddaughter and that girl can sing

[@kimandaya9252]

Emmy, I have seen you struggle so much this season, but I think this was your victory song. You have found the precious balance between your ancestry and who you are as an individual. You have brought me to tears with this performance, and the coal miner's great grand daughter has struck gold.

[@myrazimmermangrubbs2037]

What a touching and beautiful performance. Certainly brought me to tears. Very special!

[@sallyrobbins7770]

My eyes leaked - beautiful job!!!

[@edrivera4574]

Emmy Russell sings awesome beautiful voice ❤ her Grandma Loretta would be so proud of her being on American Idol 2024! America vote for her! 🎵🎶❤️🥰

[@__tonks__aba9398]

BEAUTIFULLY DONE EMMY!! I got chills all over, while crying, so beautiful. ❤

[@bvmheart]

Love this little lady's genuine artistic expressions ❤️

[@joemoreno9541]

Absolutely incredible, historic performance from Emmy! Her grandmother would be proud!!! Way to go Emmy!!! ❤

[@elllekelly2215]

The Best Performance she has done.. Omgawd! ♥ 🙏 🎉 So Stunning!! My ❤ Emmy..yes..yes..You are Emmy!!

[@rudyhernandez8446]

Emmy Russell fans please like.

[@D4v4-y6o]

I'm not American, I don't have an emotional memory with Loretta Lynn's music, matter fact I had never heard of her before I saw Emmy Russell. And I cried so much watching Emmy's video because she's the sweetest and I believe in her but most important I believe HER. She's a true artist, she feels the music, she performs, she's respectful and highly sensitive. It's in her blood but it's also in her spirit. And she also has the sweetest eyes. I saw and Irish ancestor, coming from Ireland singing on the ships and over the seas, then getting to America to work in the coal mines, then continue singing till these days though her.

[@hw5035]

That is so beautiful. Thank you for your post

[@whyalwaysme2522]

Same feeling but you put it best.

[@yvonnebondoc8707]

Emmy is my favorite from this group! Amazing!

[@appalachianfarmer]

Every time I hear you sing this song it makes me cry because of the gratitude I can see that you have for your Grandma and her upbringing. It also gives me hope that my best and Gods grace will have been enough and appreciated by my own kids. Keep on trucking young lady! ❤️

[@lillieG]

That's was beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes. Emmy you did your Grandmother proud sweetheart, keeping her songs alive through you will be most special❤

[@Lala-4597]

She brought me to tears. What a beautiful homage to her great granny. Loretta was a queen in country music. She is missed dearly.

[@samanthagreenberg7309]

I'm still crying. This was beautiful

[@kimchristine6515]

To me, Emmy was always the wildcard and dark horse in the competition this year, but she is the most genuine person and it comes through in her songs. She’s so loveable you just want to hug her and tell her it’s going to be all right! I think she has one of the most unique voices on AI this year because you know it’s her when you hear her sing. She reminds me a lot of Donna Lewis “I love you always forever….” This was by far her best night, along with her duet with Jack. I think America is in love with her because she’s the true definition of “humble and kind” and when she sings you believe every word. I grew up on Miss Loretta Lynn and her music in the 70s, along with Conway Twitty and to see her great granddaughter come into her own and feel good to be herself. Emmy is talented in her own right and in her singing style and she’s gone through so many personal battles its an inspiration for us all. Her vulnerability is now her strength and I’m so proud of her!!! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@Iinakisfineart]

Sang that song with big hugs for her grandma. Beautiful. ❤

[@carinalindberg7377]

I'm crying, that was so heartfelt and raw and real and beautiful.

[@johnrose2348]

OK, you did a beautiful job and your voice is super recognizable. It did make me cry.

[@lajoyscurry-ds7ds]

This is it. Beautiful. Congratulations young lady.

[@carreonricardo8120]

Wow !!! She is ‘ A Coal Miners Granddaughter ’ A Classy Performance…

[@marypiccirillo6308]

I love Emmy performance so much you are star and I know your grandmother proud of you sing her song my prediction you win American idol

[@kevenadrien]

This was Emmy’s best performance, hands tf down. Wow. She felt safe and in her lane on the piano. Her voice shined, but more importantly this was simply a granddaughter singing to her grandma. Beautiful in every way, and she made her presence known. Jam packed with emotion, you felt and believed every single word. Congrats Emmy 💛

[@patrickmelson4745]

Never thought that I would hear this song sung like that. It's not an easy one. It's an old-time song, and Emmy made it new and amazing. I was really shocked to see such a great performance. So touching because its a true story about Loretta's life and her daddy. Her daddy was a great hard working American, raising his family and she was proud of that. It's real and raw. I saw Loretta in Sprindale Arkansas when I was there years ago at an event and she seems like an angel. I see that in Emmy too. I certainly hope Emmy can write more great songs and find ones that fit her well. I can't wait to see great things happen for her.

[@cliott67]

I didn’t expect that. Fantastic tribute to her grandma ❤

[@Vivo29e]

Gosh! Makes me cry Emmy! 😭😭😭 You got my heart! 💗

[@aimeescott2268]

I've been rooting for Emmy since the audition rounds, simply because she seemed like such a sweet, kind and genuine person and i think the music industry needs a lot more of that. Her musical performances up till now have underwhelmed me. But THIS. THIS was the stuff. You can do this Emmy girl! Take it all the way home now!

[@lilCindi01]

Giving me goosebumps girl!! You sure making your grandma proud and she has the best seat in the house up in heaven. I’m sure you made your grandmas kids proud listening to you play this song.

[@MissTexas1967]

Words cannot express how beautiful this was, so I’ll just leave it at that as I listen on repeat and probably cry again. ❤❤❤

[@sandyg7912]

That was absolutely beautiful!! That moved me to tears….that was a finale performance. I hope she wins.