"That performance was so imperfect that it was perfect". Lionel Richie is a bunch of wisdom.

@louern123

2 ай бұрын

he really is . i’m always shocked at his comments ❤

Thank you all soo much 😭💕💕

@ransakk

2 ай бұрын

I lost my mother 2 months ago and i haven't really cried her loss. That 2nd song reminded me of her and the struggles she went through. Ty!!!

@verified.my2cents

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing who you are with the world.

@janicejanostak2545

2 ай бұрын

Amari you are a being of light and beauty. Don't let anyone try to convince you otherwise

@littlemissmaybe480

2 ай бұрын

I love you. You are amazing.

@ottansimanjuntak3516

2 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤❤❤

For the first time I understood the struggle. Not because of what she said but because of the way she sang that song. You could hear her struggle in every note and therefore understood what that decision must be like. Voice lessons will really help her to pull the notes out the correct way because she can sing. I wish her all the success that this imperfect world has to offer.

@lifeeshiet4624

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely

@SryAmari

2 ай бұрын

I agree (as the person who did this audition) the day I went into American idol I literally hadn’t sung professionally in over 3 years. I was once a trained vocalist but when I lost my family (mom) I truly lost my purpose in life. American idol was my chance at taking back my voice, my life, my happiness. I wanted to find myself again. I’ll forever be grateful for this opportunity. I for sure do not sing the way I used to and I would LOVE to get back into lessons. Thank you so much for this response truly. I feel very heard. Flaws and all.

@robertmoore8545

2 ай бұрын

@@SryAmariyou HAVE been heard, girl! The world has heard you, and we are all rooting for you to have the absolute best life possible! Go grab it!

@sophicakes22

Ай бұрын

*HE

@scholasticbookfair.

26 күн бұрын

It was very struggly. He should've sang another song

Amari, I am a 65 year old woman, and I want you to know I love you and support your journey, both in life, and on American Idol. Good luck!

@At-vu9dt

2 ай бұрын

I am with you Melanie, Amari is amazing all around

@oddlilbird

2 ай бұрын

I really appreciate your open and loving heart. 🤍

@itsmecourtneyymarie

2 ай бұрын

As a trans person myself I love to see this ❤ thank you for your ally ship

@marshahector1473

2 ай бұрын

Yes! Infinity yes!

It was very intuitive of Katy to dig into Amari’s story. And what a gift that second song was - stupendous!

@RDP920

2 ай бұрын

I'm sure she had a producer in her ear, but yes.

@sarahcomerford4607

2 ай бұрын

Am I the only person that realized Amari was Trans? Come on now

@ellykaye6633

2 ай бұрын

Planned

@susanmartin870

2 ай бұрын

It's not intuitive lmao it's planned

@Jarvi_

2 ай бұрын

There was nothing intuitive about this 🤣

Beautiful, just beautiful. Devastating to hear that she lost family and friends simply for being her authentic self. Some people eh, heartless and so, so unkind. God bless you Amari, you are so loved.

@SryAmari

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much love truly

@RobertSmith-rj9md

2 ай бұрын

@@SryAmari…such a. EAUTIFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT xx

@user-md7un7lf5c

2 ай бұрын

Sing that song

@lind6498

2 ай бұрын

It's sad that family and friends are ditching her , cause they don' t really love her. When you really love someone it' s unconditional , your child is your child no matter what. I woukd like to hug her.

A lot of emotion in her voice in the second song. One of my favorites so far.

@mymaryland9547

2 ай бұрын

Her?? That’s a dude!

She's been through a lot and still able to smile and be fun . She's full of life. What a very nice voice.

Her inner spirit is beautiful! I hope that her family can now see her for who she is.

@GerbenV90

2 ай бұрын

And for her I hope she stays away from the people who need an American Idol audition to see who she is

I get Amari. I was someone else for so long, I lost me. I always apologized for everything, I lost my passion for music, and then I found me, through the words of a KZreadr called Adam B. Amari, I felt that second song in my heart. Thank you.

@SryAmari

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so so so much I’m so overwhelmed 😭💕

@concertmasterp

2 ай бұрын

@SryAmari you are welcome and I look forward to supporting your musical journey

@hankbillfrank24

2 ай бұрын

I am sure it’s also sooo tough because many trans people miss the person they were able to be in their connection to people they have lost. Like they can recall being so authentic (outside being openly trans) with a friend or sibling and you miss that connection because it may be lost now.

My brain can not comprehend abandoning someone for deciding to be the version of themselves that makes them feel whole. I will never understand that level of fear and hate. I'm so sorry for any human who has to experience that.

@LD__

2 ай бұрын

👏

@av1204

2 ай бұрын

thats because society wont do what it needs to and not go along with the delusion

@dingothe1st572

2 ай бұрын

You do you and ill do me if we connect thats it for me. You can be anyones friend no matter what. This is a a great comfort. Fear and hate has divided to many. I thank anyone stepping out of their comfort zone. 😮

@pamthepainter

2 ай бұрын

🙏 AMEN your words are powerful. We Live In Cruel World God help us ALL! There is HOPE His name is JESUS

@cherryandrews6065

2 ай бұрын

Koo 6:50 ​@@av1204

Thank You to every person in these comments giving love to Amari and the trans community. We don’t get enough love in this world.

@LaurenKaminski

2 ай бұрын

She sings better than Britney Spears! Sending all of you my love!🏳️‍⚧️🩵🤍🩷

Unpopular opinion: I really liked the switch-up of Toxic! I loved the fluidity of her voice and that mouth trumpet was top tier! But the second song? WHEW. I was incredibly surprised that Luke said no because that song blew me away. The emotion, the command, the perseverance of getting through a song that was clearly a song of her life...whew. Even if I were to base it on voice alone I was in awe. Beautiful voice, beautiful rendition. This performance would make me watch this season to see and hear more. ❤

@CruzR1111

2 ай бұрын

I loved it too. I hit the like button when did do the mouth trumpet. It was so unexpectedly cool and quirky and it worked! She used to be mine is one of my all time fave songs. She may not have gotten ever not perfect but the emotion… ooh 😮 ❤it just hit my heart.

@Susan-id5xj

14 күн бұрын

Why? Amari isn't a good singer. Luke isn't going. 😂

I broke out in tears on the second song. I felt every bit of that. I'm SO glad she's through

@user-ze1nd7nj4u

2 ай бұрын

I broke it in tears to. Just lost it listening and feeling her story. Your spirit is amazing wow. God bless u.

She definitely has a broadway-es voice. I honestly feel she would be wonderful on stage. Commercially is going to be a little different, but I can’t wait to hear more

@gwenmloveskpopcecmore

2 ай бұрын

Agree she could be on broadway

@jscho8674

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

"What a wonderful personality, so much beauty within her. A marvelous radiance, you can feel she has her heart in the right place."

This performance breaks my heart. I so very well knows how lonely it gets being your authentic self. As a transgender girl i have mastered the illusion of happiness while being completely and utterly broken inside. Still going about my day presenting a happy person. Yet when im alone in my car, bedroom im a mess. Crying uncontrollably, heartbroken, its a pain and void some people would never understand. We need more ppl like her to tell our story. Show ppl we human just like anyone else.

@1Glamrys

2 ай бұрын

I SO WISH, I could change this for you 🥺😔😢

@verified.my2cents

2 ай бұрын

I always try to remember that most moments we are all doing better then some and not as good as others. And when we're not, that's when we each have to take it day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute, or moment by moment and do everything we can to get back to that space. Only in having empathy for yourself can you share it with others, and the world needs every bit of empathy it can share. You are not alone. Let your love shine. Salute & Peace.

@nazheneengelbrecht46

2 ай бұрын

@@verified.my2cents thank you, i appreciate you for saying this.

@nazheneengelbrecht46

2 ай бұрын

@@1Glamrys thank you love

@missrobyn1988

2 ай бұрын

Sis I understand but we are brave bold and beautiful strong resilient.

Thanks for just breaking my soul with that performance. Damn, you made us feel every bit of that. Well done

Katie is so kind and real! I just love her!

@Jaquelin-ps4td

2 ай бұрын

Yes! Katie or Katy

@elizabethenglish1790

2 ай бұрын

Katheryn (Katy)​@@Jaquelin-ps4td

Wow-I am still crying and I don't even know why. This kind and beautiful individual just showed the world what it is to love yourself no matter what others think of you. Amari thank you and can't wait to hear more-you are a superstar ❤

That second song was so powerful. You definitely deserve to go to Hollywood. So touching. So honest. Rare qualities. I can tell you are more of yourself now... as that was truly honest. X

@nyamekye11

2 ай бұрын

Yessss! I literally teared up on this song because gays/transgenders have it sooo harddd!

The way she sang is like she talking her stories to us. love itttttt

I agree with Lionel. That second song was imperfectly perfect. Beautiful! ❤

The first song didn’t fit her.., but the second song I felt that with all of her self.. 😢❤😊. What a wonderful human being. I hope she goes far..

*I have watched every season Katy Perry has been on American Idol, and she is truly the best television judge there has ever been. She truly cares about these contestants, knows where the potential is, and brings the authenticity out of them. I am so sad this is her final season* 🥹

She was so raw and vulnerable. It was a riveting performance & she is beaming with beauty & a big heart. I’ll be watching & rooting for her the whole way. Good bless you on your journey Amari.

Was nice to see her boyfriend there supporting her. She has a beautiful heart ❤️

She Is So Beautiful! Her Personality Matches Her Looks! She Has A Beautiful Soul!

@cliasta9614

2 ай бұрын

Him!

@henriqueC6565

Ай бұрын

him

I did not like her on the first song. I thought it was really weird. She was incredible on the second song! So emotional and touching. I felt that.

@jacobmccain8794

2 ай бұрын

I loved her first song! She did a jazz arrangement and I thought it was incredible and showed she is an incredible vocalist with an incredible ear. It was fun and interesting. However, I’m glad they asked for a second song that was more emotional because it showed me that she could really win!

@userunknown1578

2 ай бұрын

She was bad on both songs.

@BF4023

2 ай бұрын

HE DID GREAT ON ALL THE SONGS

@BindiBushPig

2 ай бұрын

@@BF4023 if ur gonna compliment someone at least get the right pronoun

@HarlemLeak

2 ай бұрын

​@BindiBushPig when singing do you hear a more masculine or feminine voice?

I just wanna hug her! She seems so very sweet and loving. Just a beautiful person.

That second song was sung so beautifully. That was so strong

What a second song to sing… just WOW. I cried so much. Omg

I have never been so moved and had such a connection with a performer & song as I did with Amari's audition. It brought tears to my eyes.

Thank you to Katy and Lionel for showing some compassion and understanding. She may not be "Perfect", but with the right guidance and support, She has the vocals already, but, she can master control. Amari, keep striving. In a world that tells us to not exist, you are BEAUTIFULLY and AUTHENTICALLY living. Chase those dreams you amazing human 💗💗💗

What a beautiful soul that radiates through everything! Thank you for sharing your story Amari

I was so outdone by the sheer depth of your voice and how much of your own soul came from deep down in each note you sang. I hadn't found my favorite idol until I watched you tonight. I recorded the whole show and as I watched it tonight everybody that performed was "okayyyy" until you arrived Sry! Thank you so much for auditioning. I want you to win this show. You're so unique and your story was beautiful, honest and genuine!! For years I was losing interest in American Idol until I saw you. 🔥💯

The important thing of knowing who you are, and stand for it. Go Amari ❤

You got this girl! Stay confident and do your thing. Our struggles may not be the same but baby, we fight, don’t give up. You got this!

Amari changed up Toxic, and I ain't mad. This was sweet, fun, sultry. She did some interesting things with the vocal, showed a lot of range and KILLED with the mouth-trumpet. This was Everything! #AmericanIdol #IdolAuditions 2nd song was more emotionally invested, the approach was just as joyful but more tentative and touching. I felt the tears coming. I relate to playing the tune with the fingers while singing, too.

@userunknown1578

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like she just tried to copy Alex and Sierra, but added in a trumpet part.

@cherylalt101

2 ай бұрын

I love Alex and Sierra's cover. There was more talking than singing with Amari's performance, but I really enjoyed this audition.

@robertantonnyc

2 ай бұрын

Never heard their version. She did a wonderful job of it. @@userunknown1578

@robertantonnyc

2 ай бұрын

OH, wait! Did they do it in competition? XFactor?@@cherylalt101

@itsranton

2 ай бұрын

Did they do it on XFactor or some other show? @@cherylalt101

I wanna thank her for sharing herself with the world... its hard letting go of people you love to find love in yourself... but its life changing at the same time because self love is vital....

Amari seems like an absolutely beautiful person and she is definitely a fantastic storyteller through her singing... I wish her luck in the competition and in life.. Sending hugs and love from Australia xx

She sings with emotion. Be it fun or sad, she shows it in her performance. Loved her.

Good grief that second song has me bawling… that was so beautiful Amari… every breaking note and I agree with Lionel… if was perfect in its imperfections!

This isn't about becoming the next American Idol. Its about having a space to express herself and to tell her story. It was so emotional and moving. It was beautiful. It was perfect. I wish her well.

So far one of my top tones! That tone is everything! You don’t always have to perfect vocally if the emotion is really pulling people in and that’s what she did I felt. Her voice carries so much emotion. I could listen to that tone forever! I want her to go so so far! With the right emotional songs she can do so great!

@johnthompson5302

2 ай бұрын

Are you high??? He was mediocre at best! Come on dude…

@jacobmccain8794

2 ай бұрын

@@johnthompson5302 no, I just hear a lot of potential. I know it wasn’t perfect vocally but I can hear how good she is!

@ashisalrtaken

2 ай бұрын

​@@johnthompson5302she, get a life

@johnthompson5302

2 ай бұрын

@@jacobmccain8794 He

@marcy3594

2 ай бұрын

​@@johnthompson5302*she

This is such a BROADWAY MOMENT!!! 🥺😭💗💗💗

Loved the second song! I felt it from here! Best wishes on your American Idol journey and your life journey. ❤

It takes serious talent to sing a song like used to be mine, especially just hitting the notes without extending them, but it had me on my toes. And that TONE! You’re beautiful and I hope your chosen family continues to grow because you are exactly who you are meant to be ♥️

People don't understand struggles and it is easy for them to turn their back on you even if you are a family.

@user-im7ym7ly8g

2 ай бұрын

Simply... because it's hard to understand!!! So don't blame any party of the two. So try to understand both sides.

@notendorpyxel

2 ай бұрын

Even if you don’t understand some of these topics, it’s basic decency to respect people regardless.

Her not hitting the high notes perfectly was because of emotion. Choking up then recovering is not easy. I am glad they gave her a chance.

Amari is beautiful, inside and out. I hope she does well, but she accomplished SO much just in this audition. Great job!

literally so much love for you amari 🥹🖤🖤🖤 keep doing what you’re doing girl!!!

That second song was so good and made me cry! I love Amari and she needs to be on broadway!

she's so precious her second rendition just let all the emotions out and just knock the judges out of their own sheltering into the world in a sense given that beautiful vulnerabilities she's just spectacular she hits the notes perfectly

I don't make this comment to insult anyone. She has to be one of the most beautiful persons I've seen that has made this change. I agree the first song didn't do her justice at all. But she turned it around, Absolutely Beautiful ❤

Saw your post on Reddit! So happy she got this opportunity! ❤ The 2nd song definitely sounded more from the heart. I hope she can improve more on her tone. I can hear some unbalance but you can also hear the emotion. 👍

She is beautiful & has a nice voice 👏 Good job! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

Amazing!!! I felt the pain and hurt in her voice. Congratulations and thanks for sharing your story with us.

Big hugs from Atlanta!! Be authentically YOU! So beautiful inside and out! So vulnerable, but perfect.

Oh my god that was truly emotional. She did not shed a single tear but I was crying for her. ❤

The honesty touches something so deep in my heart. LoveLoveLove

@Beemernow

2 ай бұрын

Agreed

I loved this. We need MORE of Amari!

So.beautiful. Pulls you in with that voice and the feeling in her voice ❤❤

Beautifully sung,I love that song too. Very emotional, and heartfelt. ❤

I transitioned in 2008, and it's so much harder to be your true self today than it ever was. Amari I'm crying and I love you for shining your beautiful self!

So glad this popped on my feed you’re stunning . Thank you for sharing your beautiful self . We love u

That second song went all through me. You did amazing! Rooting for you!🎉🎉

This is my favorite audition this season. I am sitting here, a big soggy mess. You are a light, Amari. And your gorgeous voice is just the icing on the cake.

Beautiful human 🎶🧚🏼‍♀️

Oh May God this was so beautiful!!! No tears left behind. So happy for you!

Loooove loove love you! Goosebumps and I got winner vibes❤❤ Encore 🙌

Loved it!!!! What a beautiful soul!!!! ❤ ❤

I was transfixed. Wow. That second song was just incredible. I want more of Amari!

Beautiful!!!! The descending run at the end of Used To Be Mine made me melt 💖😭

I know I’ve already commented but wanted to throw this in there that I don’t care what Luke says, you made that song yours, especially the part you were speaking through. I loved it. I’ve watched it numerous times cause it’s sooo good.

It made me cry on the second song i feel her pain and it really hit me. Her pain and mine is almost the same but she inspire me to move on and fight for all life struggles.

I just wanna hug her so much ~~~ sweet baby you enjoy your journey this time ~~~ love love

So rooting for you!! I rarely cry watching AI, and I am still tearing up days later. It seems Amari’s soul is so clear, and she is so genuine and radiant. I wonder if forgiveness for those who could not loved her unconditionally has allowed her essence to shine through. I am so touched, even as I sit here unable to forgive those who have hurt me. I’m inspired. I have some work to do, and I want to sing too. Love you dearly and completely Amari!!

Not only are you talented, you are also a beautiful soul. So genuine!

Absolutely beautiful! May God bless you!!❤

2nd song was much better and so much more from the heart.

@vincentjohnflorio

2 ай бұрын

Makes a difference that they felt it

So inspirational! Sending love from the Philippines 🇵🇭

Literally choked up and tearing. Visual representation of who you are on screen alone had me hooked on her audition. As someone who is also trans that's really not just what we want, but what we need... visibility, representation, acceptance, and triumph. Definitely rooting for her 💯

Amari, your first song was great. Your second was magnificent. You are an amazing performer and deserve a great career. Believe in yourself and your abilities. As you can see, many of us already do.

a Big heart ❤ wiith talent as a trumpet sounding jazz performing gentlemen

That pain, that strength in her voice… I can’t even comprehend the pain from her view but I can feel it in mine. Thank you!

You made me cry!!! You're beautiful voice touched my heart. Your story, your look, everything is wonderful

This is what makes idol different from the voice. It’s so focus about the contestant more than the competition.

Amari you are beautiful and I am sorry that you lost Friends and Family through your transition. Your second performance was raw and powerful it was beautiful to watch. FYI I would be your friend 😊

That was just amazing! I could feel and see what she was telling… just love it

Loved everything about this 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹 she made me tear up 🙌🙌🙌🙏🙏🙏 be who u wanna be

Amari - is a diamond thats aleeady hone through the rough. Now its tome to shine!

Your expression and emotions has touch of many. Don’t hide your voice express so the world can embrace your gifts

I am amazed - that was just beautiful and I am so pleased Amari was asked to sing a second song.

The way she spoke really touched my heart. As a gay man I can understand the loss that comes with freedom and losing people you would´ve loved unconditionally because they can´t give you that same love back... it´s so hard to accept. Love her. Hope she goes far.

Amari starts singing “It’s not simple to say….” Me: Awwwww 🥺 Her tone is ❤

The second song directly hits the soul 😢i hope she finds her desire❣️

Stunning! ✨With the way she communicates the meaning of the song, I could see her doing musical theatre!

That was absolutely spectacular. Loved both songs.

She is talented especially on that second song, I absolutely believe it!