Did you know that only 9 singers are left now to fight for the big trophy? American Idol is getting very close to finding its next superstar. This week was very hard because the show had to say goodbye to two talented friends. Philmon Lee and Rae Boyd were the ones who had to leave after the fans finished their live voting.
Rae Boyd walked out to show what she could do with a classic hit. She sang a very big version of MacArthur Park by Donna Summer. This was a very difficult song to pick because it has many long notes. She gave it everything she had while standing under the bright lights.
Rae Boyd was saved by the judge Lionel Richie last week, but her luck ran out this time. She sang with a lot of heart, and the judges said she did a great job with the story. However, the fans felt there were more talented people still in the race. People online said she was a great singer, but the competition was just too tough this year.
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That high energy was a great way to start the night of goodbyes.
Next, it was time for Rae Boyd to show what she could do with a classic hit. She sang a very big version of MacArthur Park by Donna Summer. This was a very difficult song to pick because it has many long notes. She gave it everything she had while standing under the bright lights.
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Rae Boyd was saved by the judge Lionel Richie last week, but her luck ran out this time. She sang with a lot of heart, and the judges said she did a great job with the story. However, the fans felt there were more talented people still in the race. People online said she was a great singer, but the competition was just too tough this year.
Both of these artists have a very bright future, even if they did not win. They showed that they can handle the pressure of a big live stage. Their journeys on the show were a lot of fun to watch from the start. Follow Philmon Lee and Rae Boyd on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. You should keep following their music as they start their new lives as professional stars.