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Popular reality competition series American Idol season 21 aired a brand new episode on Monday, April 1, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC. It documented the Top 10 contestants battling it out in the Judge's Song Contest round of the competition. They delivered their best performances to impress judges and viewers and earn enough votes to secure their safety.
On this week's episode of American Idol, Zachariah Smith delivered an energetic performance to open the show. He went with Lionel Richie's song suggestion and mesmerized the audience and judges with his energy. Fans applauded his talent and loved the performance. One tweeted:
The hit ABC series has been on air for over two decades and has been extremely popular amongst the audience. The show has seen many contestants make their debuts and become some of the most successful artists with sold-out concerts and a massive fan base.
Season 21 of the competition saw the contestants perform in front of the iconic judge trio comprising pop princess Katy Perry, Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie, and country superstar Luke Bryan.
Zachariah Smith performs for a spot in the Top 8 on American Idol
Tonight's episode of American Idol saw the Top 10 contestants competing against each other in a brand new challenge. They had to perform a song with suggestions for the same given by the three judges. They could only pick one of the three and after the performance had to guess which judge chose the song for them.
The official synopsis of the episode, titled Judge's Song Contest, read:
"The Judge’s Song Contest returns as judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie each suggest songs for the contestants to choose from. America votes for the Top 8 LIVE coast to coast."
Zachariah Smith opened the American Idol episode with energy and passion. Ahead of his performance, he was given all three judges' song selections for him. The contestant expressed his love for Bon Jovi and went on to perform Wanted Dead or Alive by the American rock band.
He kept his energy levels constant throughout the performance and delivered incredible vocals. Zachariah's delivery was received with thunderous applause from the audience and a standing ovation from all three judges. Although he guessed that Luke picked Bon Jovi, it was ultimately revealed to be Lionel.
The American Idol judge said that the contestant kept his attitude in check and on par with what he'd envisioned while picking the song.
Noting that the crowd hadn't screamed this loud for any other contestant apart from Iam Tongi, Katy expressed that Zachariah was completely himself throughout the song. Luke also applauded the contestant for the same.
Fans can't stop talking about Zachariah Smith's performance on American Idol
Fans took to social media to express their love for Zachariah and his performance. Some felt it was his best performance so far, while others said that he did justice to their favorite Bon Jovi song.
Some fans also complimented his energy and vocal range.
Season 21 of American Idol has seen a lot of talent this time around. As the installment inches closer to the end, the remaining contestants will have to face tougher challenges testing their musical capabilities. Viewers will have to stay tuned to witness what more is in store for them.
Don't forget to tune in to a brand new episode next Sunday, May 7, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC.
