Overview
- Katy Perry crowned winner of the Judge's Song Contest on 'American Idol', continuing her reign from previous competitions.
- Emmy Russell's performance of 'Coal Miner's Daughter' moved the judges, highlighting a poignant tribute to her grandmother, Loretta Lynn.
- McKenna Faith Breinholt was saved from elimination by Perry, after her heartfelt rendition of 'Everywhere I Go' by Lissie.
- Kaibrienne, despite a strong performance of 'Traitor' by Olivia Rodrigo, was eliminated from the competition.
- The top 7 contestants now include Will Moseley, Jack Blocker, Abi Carter, Julia Gagnon, Triston Harper, Emmy Russell, and McKenna Faith Breinholt.