American Idol 2025 Finale is shaping up to be an epic showdown, with Jamal Roberts and John Foster emerging as clear front-runners ahead of Sunday’s three-hour event.
Since the live voting rounds kicked off, both Jamal and John have consistently delivered the most engaging performances on American Idol.
During last Sunday’s episode, John’s rendition of Brooks and Dunn’s “Believe” drew nearly 400,000 views by Friday night, making it the top performance of the evening. Jamal wasn’t far behind, with his emotional version of “A Change is Gonna Come” taking second place in popularity.
By contrast, Breanna Nix’s standout performance of “Reflection” from Mulan drew about 100,000 views—less than one-third of her competitors.

American Idol 2025 Finale Highlights Fan Favorites
In Monday’s follow-up episode, Jamal wowed audiences again, landing the night’s two most-watched performances: “Beauty and the Beast” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.”
John remained a strong contender, with his versions of “Rainbow Connection” and “The Bare Necessities” taking the third and fourth spots, respectively. Breanna followed behind with her soulful takes on “You’ll Be in My Heart” and “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love).”
American Idol 2025 Finale Set for High-Stakes Showdown
As the American Idol 2025 Finale kicks off Sunday, viewers can expect intense competition. All three finalists—Jamal, John, and Breanna—will battle for the Season 23 crown. Voting begins when the show airs, and it’s likely that one contestant will be eliminated mid-show, narrowing the field to a final two before a winner is crowned.
Here’s a recap of the most popular performances by views:
Top 3 Show (Monday Performances):
- Jamal Roberts – “Beauty and the Beast” – 376,630
- Jamal Roberts – “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – 318,724
- John Foster – “Rainbow Connection” – 282,927
Top 5 Show (Sunday Performances):
- John Foster – “Believe” – 384,824
- Jamal Roberts – “A Change is Gonna Come” – 371,924
- John Foster – “Almost There” – 193,570
While Jamal and John dominate the leaderboard, American Idol 2025 Finale could still hold surprises. With millions of fans tuning in, anything can happen.
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