“American Idol” turns up the heat this Monday with a twist on its classic formula: the “Judge’s Song Contest.” The Top 8 contestants will face a new kind of pressure as they perform songs handpicked for them by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood. The catch? The singers won’t know which judge chose their song until they hit the stage.
With Jelly Roll back for another week as artist in residence, the hopefuls will have some extra guidance as they tackle these surprise musical assignments. Will the judges’ picks play to the contestants’ strengths or expose their weaknesses? It’s a high-stakes performance night where song choice could make or break their “Idol” dreams.
And after the music fades, it’s America’s turn to weigh in. Viewer votes will determine the Top 6, leaving one spot up for grabs. The judges, having just put the contestants through their paces, will then decide which singer gets a second chance, filling out the Top 7. Who will shine under pressure, and who will crack? Find out Monday, May 5 at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.
