LEAH has that special magic you can never figure out. Something that makes you feel alive inside. Gives you a chance to really feel your emotions. The sign of a true great artist! No matter what happens tonight. She is already a winner.
Leah was light years ahead of her competition on American Idol. She was clearly the most talented and creative -- and I'd even say the hardest-working of the lot. Her skills were cultivated over years of practice and dedication. I think Huntergirl had some vocal training, but I don't think Noah did (at least if his backstory is genuine and I do admire his raw talent). And while I admire the latter two, neither has the vocal chops (and pitch control) that Leah consistently demonstrated since day one, I think the top three should have been Fritz, Nicolina and Leah, with Leah capturing the title. The studio crowd was surely with her as well as the judges. Even the TH-cam voice experts recognized the magic Leah has. But the general voters have demonstrated a bias toward country artists and don't support artists who take risks or are at all distinctive. Noah and Huntergirl stayed safely in their lane, while Leah created her own unique one. As Lionel said, Leah's career is in front of her. And I hope to be in the front row watching her blossom!
Leah is THE SUN! I have never felt so connected to a contestant before. She is so amazing! She is a WINNER! The looks, the voice, the writing, the personality and the soul!!!! Such a relatable and beautiful person. I looked forward every Sunday to hearing her and cried through each performance. You are magic! You are the sun! You are flowers! You are life!
She won in my eyes and ears!! They are all so talented what I pray is we will hear them on the Grammy’s next year saying who would have believed our start was on American Idol!! 🤗🤗❤️❤️
A little disappointed she didn't win or at least come in 2nd. She has talent, she has a voice, and she has a fantastic personality. Keep singing Leah. Get that contract, start touring and make yourself a force to be reckoned with.
Your right but more specifically there was a touch of Stevia Nicks vibe. You is incredible and when she is not being goofy and she starts singing you get that she is really a star. It is strange it does not always transfer over in industry sometimes but I hope she really gets a deal because she has presence and is really talented.
@@bhappy6088 I heard she owes money for recording. Most time an artist gets an advance/loan from the record company to record an album and to promote it. Just Sam probably misused the money or signed a bad contract.
And she's a free spirit. That contract would have totally stiffled her. So I think everything worked out favourably for her. She got the exposure she needed but without the noose around her neck
@@bhappy6088 let's be honest. I love Just Sam as a person. But as a recording artist she's not nearly as musically talented and as versatile and as marketable as most persons in the top 10 this year, probably not even top 15. Allegra Miles and Lady K for instance in my opinion had a way wider range and a better voice than Just Sam. Even last year she wouldn't have been able to compete with Casey Bishop, Willie Spence Grace Kinstler and Alyssa Wray.
The fact that no-confidence Noah made it to the top-2 over a handful of talented top 10 contestants (Fritz, Nicolina, Leah, etc) goes to show that American Idol is still, and will always be, a contest of looks, likability and popularity.
All 3 have the total package...many of the other clowns did not. Fritz should have won if it was all about musical talent. Popularity is part of the show and has sent better singers home for 20 years...Adam Lambert stands as the 40 million dollar vocal that got beat by a loser that can't sing because girls voted on looks.
Song choice was questionable for her Springsteen cover, but "Flowers" allowed her singer/songwriter vibe to shine through. This is a much better song for showcasing her rhythm and dynamic.
She or Hunter Girl should have won. They both will have a Music career!! She has improved so much..I'm very impressed as a degreed person in Vocal Music.. Well done!!❤️
Half of the watch entire watch party in Normal, was in tears from this performance. And everyone was in tears moments later. You certainly got robbed Leah. So sorry.
This young lady is blessed. She can explore the music industry without restraints. Talent and song writing smarts, coupled with youthful fearlessness is a triple threat and Leah Marlene is the biggest star in the world right now! Trust me, a seventy five year old African American woman from Nashville, Tennessee who knows this child is destined for greatness.
She is such a break out star! Watch her take off like a rocket. She should be on every late night show. This is the new star everyone has been waiting for too hear! She has been working so hard for a long time. She's arrived!
Winning doesn't always mean coming first. I lost it everything except my loving kids in 2018, I got suicidal, my business wasn't going well. I remember praying to God to end it all but I stayed on for my kids and never stopped believing..just when it got to the worst stage, the darkest moment of it all, mercy said No. I ran into good luck. So don't ever lose hope because you aren't in the first place.
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Her transformation into the amazing young women she is so incredible. The top 3 this year on American idol are winners to me. They are all talented and this year has had amazing talent. Congrats Leah on making top 3 and I'm sure we will see a record coming soon from you.
She'll get opportunities. Winning AI Doesn't guarantee success. Gabby barret never won And is doing well on the Country scene. Exposure is more important. AI gave her that. I'm sure she's made Connections to get to the Next level.
I’m sorry but how she didn’t win is beyond me. She had by far the best vocals, light years ahead of everyone else. I loved Noah and he deserves all the success in the world but his vocals were inconsistent the entire season. Leah deserved to win, this is why no one watches American idol anymore because the truly remarkable singers hardly win anymore.
I couldnt agree more. Another "winner" that somehow does not win. If she was not clearly miles better than the rest i could understand her not winning.! But man, you explain to me how the voting can be so wrong that she doesnt even make the top 2? I dont believe it one bit.! What is going on behind the scenes there i wonder!
See HunterGirl's performance HERE: th-cam.com/video/biXVSdiGeps/w-d-xo.html
LEAH has that special magic you can never figure out. Something that makes you feel alive inside. Gives you a chance to really feel your emotions. The sign of a true great artist! No matter what happens tonight. She is already a winner.
Absolutely!!
Leah was light years ahead of her competition on American Idol. She was clearly the most talented and creative -- and I'd even say the hardest-working of the lot. Her skills were cultivated over years of practice and dedication. I think Huntergirl had some vocal training, but I don't think Noah did (at least if his backstory is genuine and I do admire his raw talent). And while I admire the latter two, neither has the vocal chops (and pitch control) that Leah consistently demonstrated since day one, I think the top three should have been Fritz, Nicolina and Leah, with Leah capturing the title. The studio crowd was surely with her as well as the judges. Even the TH-cam voice experts recognized the magic Leah has. But the general voters have demonstrated a bias toward country artists and don't support artists who take risks or are at all distinctive. Noah and Huntergirl stayed safely in their lane, while Leah created her own unique one. As Lionel said, Leah's career is in front of her. And I hope to be in the front row watching her blossom!
She’s going to go down as one of the most talented and likable contestants ever on AI
You must have forgotten the likability of the original idol, Kelly Clarkson.
This was so emotional I farted all the way through it.
So true!!!
Did we hear the same performance? She was terrible. Just bad. Like really bad.
@@markhammil3148 I think we heard the same performance because that was terrible!!!!!!
Leah is THE SUN! I have never felt so connected to a contestant before. She is so amazing! She is a WINNER! The looks, the voice, the writing, the personality and the soul!!!! Such a relatable and beautiful person. I looked forward every Sunday to hearing her and cried through each performance. You are magic! You are the sun! You are flowers! You are life!
Hello Leah, how are you doing?
I feel exactly the same. She is a Joy!
Dang.. Relax.. Its just a singer/musician..."You are life" haha. Jeez.
She is still a winner in my book. Love her voice.
Same here!
Hopefully, she will get a record deal 🤞
Country bias played a role in the voting outcome.
Even my husband was crying after this performance… We all love you, Leah!!! Your future is so bright!!!
Leah is my American Idol I love her individuality and she just keeps being true to herself. I can't wait to see where her journey leads her.
Best original song of the 3 by far.
Nah Noah and hunter were the best in would say Noah then hunter
Holy moly!! No question she is without a doubt the best singer and writer than anyone on there this year
I did not expect her to be top 3 when I seen her audition... She really did grow in a lot of ways
This was sooooo good! She is so humble! How can they not give it to her. She is so good
Unfortunately, there is no chance of winning if you're not singing country. Think about who's voting.
It's up to the people who vote...
She is too talented and it's always a popularity contest but if you sing country you're gonna win annoyingly enough.
She won in my eyes and ears!! They are all so talented what I pray is we will hear them on the Grammy’s next year saying who would have believed our start was on American Idol!! 🤗🤗❤️❤️
Leah got ROBBED, SHE IS THE BEST!!❤
Katy has grown more mature and relatable than ever.
Michael, Daisy did that for Katy. She has really matured with motherhood.
A little disappointed she didn't win or at least come in 2nd. She has talent, she has a voice, and she has a fantastic personality. Keep singing Leah. Get that contract, start touring and make yourself a force to be reckoned with.
This is one person I will remember as she stands out amongst all other contestants!! Very unique!!!!
This beautiful young Lady was the most talented. She is already a WINNER !!!
Someone will pick her up!
Leah is a talented and lovely soul.
Her hometown crowd was crazy.
I was amazed by the amount of people
Who came to see her.
God bless her. 🎤🎤
She was born to do that! Wonderful performer! Hope she has a great career!
She's a real artist
leah has a recognizable voice. this song gives me fleetwood mac's dreams vibe 🎼🎸
Your right but more specifically there was a touch of Stevia Nicks vibe. You is incredible and when she is not being goofy and she starts singing you get that she is really a star. It is strange it does not always transfer over in industry sometimes but I hope she really gets a deal because she has presence and is really talented.
COULD U TELL WHAT SONG IS IT?
@@Georgian1979 "Flowers" - her original song
She’s the star. Doesn’t matter that she came in 3rd. She is going to have an amazing career. She is an exceptional talent.
Love you Leah....beautiful talent you are...🥰❤❤❤💯
Her look, that song. Best wishes to Leah..Keep going sweet, talented, young lady!!
Everyone commenting how much they love her don’t forget to support her and buy/stream her music!
She escaped the trap of the Idol record contract, and she can fly free with support from fans like us.
Oh yeah definitely. That's what happened to Just Sam. Just Sam is in debt
To AI.
@@drwakeup2407 is that why we don't hear or see much of just Sam?
@@bhappy6088 I heard she owes money for recording. Most time an artist gets an advance/loan from the record company to record an album and to promote it.
Just Sam probably misused the money or signed a bad contract.
And she's a free spirit. That contract would have totally stiffled her. So I think everything worked out favourably for her. She got the exposure she needed but without the noose around her neck
@@bhappy6088 let's be honest. I love Just Sam as a person. But as a recording artist she's not nearly as musically talented and as versatile and as marketable as most persons in the top 10 this year, probably not even top 15. Allegra Miles and Lady K for instance in my opinion had a way wider range and a better voice than Just Sam. Even last year she wouldn't have been able to compete with Casey Bishop, Willie Spence Grace Kinstler and Alyssa Wray.
THIS was amazing! Suited her style. Love it. Clear WINNER!
In my opinion you are the winner of American Idol....greetings from Italy Leah.
My favorites were Fritz and Leah.. and Christian Guardino.. loved all of them.. so much talent
She totally deserves to win🙏🏼
Amen.
Ditto what Captain America wrote.
The fact that no-confidence Noah made it to the top-2 over a handful of talented top 10 contestants (Fritz, Nicolina, Leah, etc) goes to show that American Idol is still, and will always be, a contest of looks, likability and popularity.
And for country artists
Noah’s can’t sing..sounds like he forces his voice…HES HORRIBLE
that comment may not be fair, because all THREE fit defintely in the same looks, likability and popularity criteria.
All 3 have the total package...many of the other clowns did not. Fritz should have won if it was all about musical talent. Popularity is part of the show and has sent better singers home for 20 years...Adam Lambert stands as the 40 million dollar vocal that got beat by a loser that can't sing because girls voted on looks.
SO TRUE……!
Love you, Leah. I really hope you win!!!
Song choice was questionable for her Springsteen cover, but "Flowers" allowed her singer/songwriter vibe to shine through. This is a much better song for showcasing her rhythm and dynamic.
Totally agree, her first song choice really hurt her.
I think she did a great job with her cover, but that she should have picked “Because the Night”.
She's better off without the idol contract and control. I will gladly buy your Cds. Waiting patiently for your duet with Katy. ❤
Hello dear
She or Hunter Girl should have won. They both will have a Music career!! She has improved so much..I'm very impressed as a degreed person in Vocal Music.. Well done!!❤️
My favorite song by Leah.
Heard the crack (started in the word kid) where she started crying inside and still sounds awesome. Best. 💛💛💛🌻
Her voice has crazy range
This is so cool to see her first audition with Steal My Girl to these performances which are so different
Leah is my winner! Love her forever!
Champaign ill musician here.. her voice is absolutely 💯 perfect! A musicians dream to find such vocal talent. Congratulations on all your successes!
This young lady transformed from giggly girl to beautiful lady with an awesome voice
BEAUTIFUL JUST BEAUTIFUL LEAH MARLENE THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL ❤ 😍 💖 ❣ 💕 💘 ❤ 😍 💖 ❣ 💕 💘
I could listen to her sing everyday
I honestly thought she was going to win. She has so much talent 💛
The voice of an angel, amazing
Brilliant delivery 🎤🎸🎼🎶🎵💯🥁❤❤❤❤
She'll always be my favourite😍
You’re so fabulous Leah shocked you didn’t win but I see your wonderful future go get them girl. You’re the bomb. Much love
Half of the watch entire watch party in Normal, was in tears from this performance. And everyone was in tears moments later. You certainly got robbed Leah. So sorry.
Beautiful song!! Wishing her every success in her career
You r the winner for me !
She needs to win!!! 😭
She was hands down my favorite!
FLEAHtwood Mac!!! Hats off to the great person and artist that you are!
Love her voice and music.
This young lady is blessed. She can explore the music industry without restraints. Talent and song writing smarts, coupled with youthful fearlessness is a triple threat and Leah Marlene is the biggest star in the world right now! Trust me, a seventy five year old African American woman from Nashville, Tennessee who knows this child is destined for greatness.
She is such a break out star! Watch her take off like a rocket. She should be on every late night show. This is the new star everyone has been waiting for too hear! She has been working so hard for a long time. She's arrived!
Why is it the best artist never wins this show
It might be fixed. Just saying.
Like some so called reality show.
Because shows allow public to vote and they are by far no experts
@@charlotteking7694 and most of them was girls who voted for Noah. Leah Marlene was the best by far!
@@elnaburgerleroux6465 Absolutely!
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What do you mean by Mercy said No?
I'm happy your life bounced back
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She's got a career ahead of her.
Her transformation into the amazing young women she is so incredible. The top 3 this year on American idol are winners to me. They are all talented and this year has had amazing talent. Congrats Leah on making top 3 and I'm sure we will see a record coming soon from you.
She was robbed..talented and different.. she had a gift like no other contestant
She'll get opportunities.
Winning AI Doesn't guarantee success.
Gabby barret never won
And is doing well on the
Country scene.
Exposure is more important. AI gave her that. I'm sure she's made
Connections to get to the
Next level.
All three of them Leah, Noah and Hunter Girl will have a large impact on the music industry.
Wow her look evolved since her audition
Looking forward to hearing from this young lady for a long time.
Dear GOD that last note of Leah's is HAUNTING. I loved it!
Shes beautiful
Winner already. Keep up your path is full of flowers GO...
leah is so talented and beautiful... i bet even if it was just her voice and that guitar that song will still sound beautiful..
I like her uniqueness
Love you Leah ❤️ your amazing 🤩
Gifted l, talented, fun, kind, beautiful!
Leah, has a beautiful song and voice.
Brilliant lyrics and songwriter,.. 👌🎶🎶🎶💖
Can't wait to hear more of her
That was stunning! God I seriously hope she wins!
Song was great. Loved the background lighting
SHE DID DO SO GOOD 😭
She is incredible!!! I'm so done with country singers! She should have one!
She's really good like a Stevie Nicks
I’m sorry but how she didn’t win is beyond me. She had by far the best vocals, light years ahead of everyone else. I loved Noah and he deserves all the success in the world but his vocals were inconsistent the entire season. Leah deserved to win, this is why no one watches American idol anymore because the truly remarkable singers hardly win anymore.
I couldnt agree more. Another
"winner" that somehow does not win.
If she was not clearly miles better than the rest i could understand her not winning.!
But man, you explain to me how the voting can be so wrong that she doesnt even make the top 2?
I dont believe it one bit.!
What is going on behind the scenes there i wonder!
Brilliant sweetheart ❤️
And reality sets in. Stay in the singer/songwriter lane and work hard. Don't let anyone suggest you are a pop music star, not going to happen.
YES! Great advice. She needs to be true to herself.
There's the unquestionable winner. No matter who won.
I turned off the show once Leah got voted off. I think this is the first Idol finale in 20 years that I didn't finish watching.
We turned off the TV also. So disappointing
I feel like she is the Joanie Mitchell of the 21st century. She'll be cranking those songs out well into the future...
she’s from my hometown
This top 3 were all so amazing..
She is amazing
Broke me down too
Serious Kacey Musgrave vibes with this song, love it!
I cant wait to see her in concert.
The WINNER!
Besides Adam Lambert probably my favorite contestant ever on American Idol
Gr8 writing! and lovely Emmylou type voice.
Ready radio❤️❤️❤️
She's my winner bet but I doubt she would win since country singers usually dominate on votes, even in the voice show.
Very good musician!
The best top 3 I can remember.