Brian Littrell's Son Baylee Advances on American Idol with Emotional Audition

Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell, impressed judges with an original song and duet with his father during Season 23 auditions.

Baylee Littrell, a country singer and son of Brian Littrell, performed an original song titled 'Waiting on Myself to Die' during his American Idol audition on March 9, 2025.
The audition included a surprise duet with his father, Brian Littrell, which earned praise from the judges for Baylee's confidence and vocal ability.
Judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan unanimously voted to send Baylee through to the next round, with Underwood commending his standout performance.
Baylee has a rich musical background, having opened for the Backstreet Boys and performed on Broadway as a child, which shaped his artistic journey.
Brian Littrell expressed pride in his son's hard work and dedication, calling his American Idol journey a significant milestone in his career.