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Katy Perry got emotional after finalist Aimee Tongi’s performance at the American Idol finale.
The Hawaiian singer was seen giving a soulful rendition of Keith Urban’s song Making Memories of Us.
Before they took the stage, Im Tongi was seen chatting with Keith as Dup talked about the former’s choice of song. Keith also shared some hints and tips with the contestant.
Prior to his performance, Im revealed that his late father used to play Keith Urban’s songs in the house when he was a child. The Australian country singer said that this emotional connection to the song will prove that it is the right song.
Iam then took the stage wearing my flipflops and strapping my guitar.
Im Tongi’s performance leaves Katy Perry emotional
Im Tongi’s heart-warming rendition of the urban song left many in tears. While Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan better hid their emotions, Katy Perry, 38, was seen crying in her seat.
After Iam’s performance is over, Katy begins judging and she shares her thoughts. She said, “Can I just say one thing? Between you and Megan (Danielle) I had to grab a little tissue and fold it into a triangle because every time you come over and you sing the vibrations that come out of your mouth, it tears people’s hearts goes through and it just goes to them.”
He further added, “It affects us a lot. So when you sing, I’m ready to feel, baby.
Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan revealed that they too were nearly in tears by Im Tongi’s performance.
Katy and Luke couldn’t help but tear up again during Sunday’s second performance of iam.
More about Im Tongi
Im Tongi, 20, is from Hawaii. He and his family remained on the island before moving to Seattle, Washington due to financial constraints. When the judges asked her why her family decided to move from Hawaii to Seattle, she shared that her family had become “priced out of heaven.”
Im Tongi competes against Megan Daniels, 21, and Colin Stuff, 18, in the American Idol season 21 finale.
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