Jordan McCullough was so tiny when he started singing that he needed a step-stool just to see over the church band. Fast forward to today, and that same little boy is standing tall on the national stage of American Idol.
Choosing to open the new season with a bold move, Jordan didn’t pick a Top 40 radio hit. Instead, he brought a piece of his home to the lights of Hollywood by singing the worship song “Goodness of God.”
American Idol Hopeful: Jordan McCullough
His performance was so pure and authentic that it caught the judges completely off guard. Usually, it takes a lot to impress musical legends like Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood. However, Jordan’s voice was so moving that all three judges jumped up for a rare standing ovation!
It was an unreal moment that proved Jordan is on a true mission to share his faith with the world.
The best part? Jordan is actually incredibly humble. When those famous judges stood up to cheer for him, he honestly thought they did that for everyone! He had no idea how rare a standing ovation really is until he watched the show back later.
It just goes to show that his heart is as big as his voice.
While he is known for his courageous worship style, Jordan isn’t just a one-trick pony. He is already planning a fun surprise for Hollywood Week. He wants to switch from his slow, soulful audition to a loud, fast “praise” song to get the entire crowd jumping.
He knows how to engage an audience, a skill he learned from years of leading people in his local church.
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You can see that same soulful energy in everything he touches. Even when he isn’t singing worship music, he brings a deep and heartfelt style to every note he hits.
Not to mention, his joy is contagious and so is his larger-than-life persona. Jordan is definitely a young man to cheer for as he proves that staying true to yourself and your faith is the best way to shine.