The Top 7 contenders on "American Idol" Season 22 faced a daunting challenge, delivering two performances each to showcase their choreography skills and vocal range. Under the guidance of mentor Ciara, the contestants were tasked with presenting both a dance track and a hit from Adele's repertoire. Abi Carter and McKenna Faith Breinholt demonstrated unwavering determination, while Emmy Russell perplexed the judges with her decision to remain seated during her dance performance.
In Episode 16, Ciara worked with Abi to inject some flair into her performance. Abi, clad in a striking red jumpsuit, delivered a powerful rendition of Fall Out Boy's "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light Em Up)," showcasing her impressive vocal range. She later returned to the stage for a breathtaking performance of Adele's "Hello," leaving the judges in awe of her energy and professionalism.
Emmy Russell kicked off her performance strongly with "Shut Up and Dance," but surprised everyone by choosing to stay seated throughout, sparking confusion among the judges. Despite this unconventional approach, she was commended for her growth and vocal abilities. In her subsequent performance of Adele's "Water Under the Bridge," Emmy appeared more confident, standing at center stage without an instrument.
Unfortunately, Julia Gagnon and Mckenna Breinholt were eliminated from the competition after their performances of "Roam" by The B-52’s, "E.T." by Katy Perry, and Adele's "Set Fire to the Rain" and "Make You Feel My Love," respectively.