American Idol Judges Song Contest 2025 took a dramatic and emotional turn on the May 5 live episode of American Idol, as John Foster delivered a show-stopping performance that shifted his status from underdog to frontrunner.
When John Foster first auditioned, he didn’t receive unanimous approval — not even from the judging panel. Country music star Luke Bryan expressed doubts about the Louisiana singer’s vocal ability and emotional delivery. But all that skepticism disappeared during the American Idol Judges Song Contest 2025, thanks to a heartfelt rendition of George Strait’s timeless ballad, “I Cross My Heart.”
American Idol Judges Song Contest 2025 Sparks a Turnaround
What started as a tender tribute to his girlfriend blossomed into one of Foster’s most powerful moments on stage. His emotional depth and precise vocals earned a standing ovation from the audience — and more importantly, the judges. Even Luke Bryan admitted he had misjudged Foster.
“I saw a TikTok clip of myself questioning your voice,” Bryan confessed on-air. “And honestly, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Tonight, you proved me completely wrong.”
This wasn’t the first time Foster defied expectations. Earlier in the Top 14, he wowed the judges with an original track, leading Bryan to say, “You’ve always been a wildcard for me — but that performance removed all doubt.”
Since then, Foster has consistently impressed with his heartfelt performances, earning a solid spot as one of Season 23’s most talked-about contestants.
Carrie Underwood’s Song Choice Stuns in American Idol Judges Song Contest 2025
A fan-favorite segment, the American Idol Judges Song Contest 2025, returned this week. Each judge secretly picked songs for the contestants, who didn’t know which judge had chosen which track.
Foster selected “I Cross My Heart,” which turned out to be Carrie Underwood’s pick. The song matched his style and story so perfectly that it became one of the night’s emotional highlights.
The contest’s twist? Judges earned a point each time a contestant performed their song. Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie ended the night tied with three points each, narrowly edging out Underwood.
Who Advanced to the Top 7?
According to host Ryan Seacrest, every finalist received over a million votes. The six contestants who advanced were:
- Slater Nalley
- Thunderstorm Artis
- Gabby Samone
- Breanna Nix
- Jamal Roberts
- John Foster
That left Mattie Pruitt and Josh King in the bottom two. Since the judges tied in the song contest, Bryan and Richie had to decide who to save. Although they asked Carrie Underwood to weigh in, she respectfully declined.
In the end, Mattie Pruitt was saved as the wildcard, and Josh King was eliminated.
What’s Next: A Magical Disney-Themed Week
With the Top 7 confirmed, American Idol heads to Disneyland for a special two-night live event next week in honor of Mother’s Day. Expect emotional dedications, iconic Disney songs, and even more unforgettable moments as the competition heats up toward the grand finale.
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