Abi Carter Stuns With "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"

Abi Carter Stuns With "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" - American Idol 2024

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Ай бұрын

It's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame night on IDOL! Abi Carter sings an Elton John favorite in hopes to make the Top 12!
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@louisianaguy2661 13 күн бұрын

And she just won American Idol 2024

@Happy2BUp Ай бұрын

I think Abi loves Sara Bareilles as much as I do because this was Sara Bareilles’s arrangement of yellow brick Road. And when Elton John heard it, he said “Sara a lot of people have done that song as a cover, but yours is by far the most beautifully unique one.” and Abidid a spectacular job.

@rebelscout423 Ай бұрын

I said in one of my quotes that she should do a Sara Bareilles, Colbie Caillet and Maggie Rogers' Alaska.

@katieosborn1901 Ай бұрын

I didn’t know that Sara B rendition and thought of her when listening to this.

@dylan10293847561 Ай бұрын

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@mostguitarswins Ай бұрын

Yeah, Abi took Sara's arrangement and added some unique touches. I thought that key was just a little low for her, but the high register was crystal clear 👏👏👏

@LeezahB Ай бұрын

@@mostguitarswinsAbi took a slower tempo too I think

@tko6781 Ай бұрын

21 and sounds like a pro, imagine what she can do in her future music career. Talented on the piano, guitar, vocally, over all musically. She’s a winner. Vote for Abi

@crossoverbunchshow8793 Ай бұрын

Yes

@Kristoff-su6nd Ай бұрын

So she's singing all the songs Emma Busse sang last season?

@brandonchretien5995 Ай бұрын

I say she has a elite voice. She's sub par on piano and has no idea how to sing in her lane.. every performance she gotten worse.

@downtownMojo Ай бұрын

And then sadly, some dumb producers will make her, under contract, sing some horrible dance/pop songs that go nowhere for her.

@bertjones3010 Ай бұрын

As anyone who's watched programs like AI knows, talent means nothing when it comes to having a career in the entertainment industry. At least the kind of career most of us envision when we think of success. It might never translate into a Grammy or an Oscar or a Platinum record. And please remember, regardless of outcome, nothing can be stolen when the outcome is left to the whims and lack of musical taste of the voting public. Diana Ankudinova, very unique voice and has won multiple competitions and is still just a regional nobody. Haley Reinhart couldn't win AI, has chosen to stay independent and found success on her own terms. Floor Jansen, a master of her instrument, would probably lose out to some mediocre pop singer with a twang on a show like this. And all those past winners, and contestants whose 15 minutes of fame have faded to black. As long as you expectations are bleak is there any hope for pleasant surprise.

@andrearush6209 6 күн бұрын

I can't stop listening to this. I loved this song when Elton sang it. The way she presents is just next level exquisite and haunting.

@userunknown1578 Ай бұрын

Abi's cover of Sara Bareilles's rendition of Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road was the best performance of the night!

@danielregalado65 Ай бұрын

Exactly!

@stefannilsson6843 Ай бұрын

Sara’s version is magic also.

@awilliams2914 Ай бұрын

I absolutely agree best performance of the night

@christyc1710 Ай бұрын

Of the whole season!

@beebee4334 Ай бұрын

Her voice is practically hypnotic

@Kristoff-su6nd Ай бұрын

So she's singing all the songs Emma Busse sang last season?

@Joe61055 Ай бұрын

Her, voice draws you in.

@karendekok360 Ай бұрын

Yes i was just thinking this

@vincentjohnflorio Ай бұрын

@@Kristoff-su6nd Stop spamming, please.

@jammyjam-df9pb Ай бұрын

Lmao her voice draws u in????she’s not vocally better than half of the people in the entire competition talent was kicked out and this crash push for her is insane.the 2 country guys I. This completion are the best

@jacob091285 Ай бұрын

One of the best voices I’ve ever heard on Idol in recent years! She needs to win, hands! Woooowwwww!!!

@iris089 Ай бұрын

Best voices on AI ABC - Madison and Leah Marlene.

@crossoverbunchshow8793 Ай бұрын

Yes!

@JaySiMusic Ай бұрын

You must be deaf and just say anything

@ReachoutAbiCarter177_Telegr 9 күн бұрын

Awwww🥰❤️💯☝️☝️

@natethegreat6321 Күн бұрын

Yellow brick road note at the end was 15 seconds of pure magic

@danorey1700 Ай бұрын

This girl will be SENSATIONAL. Mark my words. Winner or Runner up for sure. Wow 🙌🏼🙌🏼

@crossoverbunchshow8793 Ай бұрын

She’ll be the winner

@courtneycoley8487 27 күн бұрын

💯💯💯💯

@RobertJohnson-bj5lk 15 күн бұрын

I hope Abi wins, those Country Music Voters are really powerful though. But I hope America has ears that function, and can hear that Abi has By Far the very best voice in the Top 3 Finale.

@StannSheperd 8 күн бұрын

I grew up hearing the original, but never understood it until this incredible, mystical and magical version. So glad we will get to hear her for years to come!

@juliedurant5257 Ай бұрын

I hope she knows she made this little old lady cry. It's so wonderful to hear such an amazing, pure voice. It lets the sun in again.

@shanesims2864 21 күн бұрын

Such a beautiful thing to say. Sending Love ❤️ and happiness your way. 🙏

@keithkalif2778 10 сағат бұрын

Goodbye yellow bye Road is one of my favorite Elton John songs Abi Carter awesome job. I loved it.❤

@JessicaSue Ай бұрын

Reminds me of the Sara Barielles cover. They both did it justice. Stunning.

@mattblaze9680 Ай бұрын

She's the standout performer this season. She deserves to win.

@pasadena1994 Ай бұрын

I would love for her to sing in the arms of the Angels by Sarah McLachlan

@KateBradbury0211 Ай бұрын

Oh yes. Good call!!

@garymckaig8546 Ай бұрын

I almost never want to hear a song over and over again, but this magnifecent performance brought me to my knees, chills and tears.

@terrifay388 Ай бұрын

When she sings, my world stops. It fills all the space. Captivating...❤

@faithunwavering Ай бұрын

What a beautiful way to put it. I agree!

@courtneycoley8487 27 күн бұрын

Same

@karenporter4227 Ай бұрын

Abi has an ethereal quality to her voice that few can replicate. She's my winner.

@jennifersiegel7722 Ай бұрын

Incredible! First time I fully understood all the lyrics.

@mollyriter129 Ай бұрын

Yes! Same here. It was breathtaking.

@chrisengel777 Ай бұрын

This was Abi's best performance yet and her previous performances were out of this world! Just amazing! Speechless! You've got to listen to this on headphones or on a good stereo... just speechless!

@mikkan05 16 күн бұрын

I will not be surprised if she WINS the next American Idol. She deserves it!

@edenbrutus6425 Ай бұрын

I never witnessed something like that on American idol…wow

@ConcertgoerJ.R. Ай бұрын

All I can say is Abi Carter’s a Superstar and that was my favorite performance of the night, Abi’s in it to win it!

@keanamiller-wood4101 Ай бұрын

Furthest thing from a SUPERSTAR they had to remove Ziggy for this disaster to win.I dislike that sound her voice makes.It's like when you starting to play the violin that off sound you hear that makes your stomach cringe or when you accidentally hit both strings on a violin.Just horrible!!!

@MishaMeta Ай бұрын

Worst comment ive seen I love abi! @@keanamiller-wood4101

@chrisdick2305 Ай бұрын

Enthusiasts devalue the word "superstar" by throwing it around far too easily.

@Cheeeseball Ай бұрын

@@keanamiller-wood4101 I don’t see you on American idol??

@ConcertgoerJ.R. Ай бұрын

@@Cheeeseball Yeah Exactly

@britneylatimer62 Ай бұрын

I was MESMERIZED by this performance. She had me completely under her spell with the most angelic yet haunting beautiful voice. Love love LOVE LOVE ❤

@mstone7388 Ай бұрын

Love Abi Carter, she is the whole package. Amazing off the charts voice, fantastic artistry at the piano, and an unassuming beautiful personality. She is my choice to win this competition!!!

@silverparis2948 Ай бұрын

I think Angelina Jordan really solidified the best cover version of this song for me. It was just so mesmerizing. Compared to that, this is not bad. Great job to her.

@aline.rocha. Ай бұрын

The best version of this song is by Sara Bareilles, I don't like the way Angelina sings it! But everyone has different tastes, so ok

@karenmarrowlive Ай бұрын

Are you kidding me? This was a winning performance and felt like I was at your concert!! I predict you will win and I voted for you!!!💃💃💃 And you look amazing!!!❤

@crossoverbunchshow8793 Ай бұрын

Yes I have to Aggre with you

@thiagomaia2165 Ай бұрын

That's the Sara Bairelles version of the song, which is just absolutely stunning. If you haven't heard, look up Sara Bairelles singing Goodbye Yellowbrick Road and thank me later.

@courtneycoley8487 27 күн бұрын

Ya but we are here to hear Abi!!!

@ReachoutAbiCarter177_Telegr 9 күн бұрын

❤️❤️🥰☝️☝️

@Bayside628 Ай бұрын

If there was never a performance again as long as humans roam the earth, this would be enough. Speechless 🫶

@justinlee3017 Ай бұрын

This is her best performance since the audition. A few more like this, and it's confetti time.

@OENIGMA1 Ай бұрын

You couldn't have said it any better.

@efrenmoreno3 Ай бұрын

Welcome to the Black Parade was also great

@OENIGMA1 Ай бұрын

@efrenmoreno3 Ah! That was really good, too.

@yxuen3051 Ай бұрын

@@efrenmoreno3 not at all. that performance was pitchy af

@efrenmoreno3 Ай бұрын

@@yxuen3051 you’re PITCHY AF

@Boba_Feta Ай бұрын

Not to take away from her, but Angelina Jordan’s performance of this song has made it untouchable imo.

@stmusic2164 Ай бұрын

Wow... thanks for turning me on to that, just checked it out and it was amazing.

@delmamekenya5286 11 күн бұрын

@@stmusic2164 Angelina is a rising superstar and yesterday performed at London Palladium for the Ivors awards. She is a special songwriter too with already 12 original songs (just turned 18). You will hear her name everywhere soon

@user-eu7sv3it1g Ай бұрын

Her voice is the sound of the pearly gates opening- sounds angelic: but modern. Wow, wow, wow.

@robertantonnyc Ай бұрын

doing what she loves, so well. Sparkle and Shine. Those top notes so haunting, lower very assured. This was engaging, tender, nostalgic. Took me to a good place. Kinda reminded me of #thewizbway. Those big belts were unexpected and so pleasing.

@funkyfurballs1078 Ай бұрын

Yeah, much better when she's not over-singing... less is more with that great voice.

@julierobinson5180 Ай бұрын

I saw her very first audition, and she was predicted to be the winner even then! You’d be crazy not to vote for her, as she is stunning in every way!

@caragwen79 Ай бұрын

Maybe the best AI has seen. Her talent goes beyond just vocal ability. She truly captivates the audience and is beyond her years. I hope when she lands her first deal she doesn't get over produced music. Her talent is beyond lots of busy production and should be kept raw like this performance.

@PHATDOGG 13 күн бұрын

SHE IS A STAR 💫 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@HAL_9000__ Ай бұрын

1:35 😳 I mean COME ON! How do you do that!? Unreal… So damned good.

@RobertJohnson-bj5lk Ай бұрын

My stopwatch measured that grand finale note at over 15 seconds without stopping to breath in. Phenomenal.

@ReachoutAbiCarter177_Telegr 9 күн бұрын

🥰🥰❤️💯☝️☝️

@malachigivens9602 Ай бұрын

I was fully locked in when she did this performance like there was nothing else in the world going on! I even teared up a bit 🥹

@mcdedits. Ай бұрын

when we first watched this me and my mom were speechless!! we had to keep replaying it! it was so good

@GretchenMayeaux Ай бұрын

This young lady is talent on steroids!! I cried during her performance!! ABI WILL WIN

@jeanniemcgaha1900 27 күн бұрын

Best performance of entire competition… ever. Just mho. I’d pay for full version of this.

@crystalmoreland4701 Ай бұрын

She slays 24/7..she had my vote from the get go and hope she wins..

@stephim4043 Ай бұрын

I never thought anyone could do this song as well as Elton. She blew it out of the water! I had goosies the entire song.

@RobFazekas-ky2ow Ай бұрын

The winner of America idol this season hands down so talented amazing and flawless her tones are angelic

@davecenker7647 Ай бұрын

I am a huge fan of Sara Bareilles, and anyone who has heard her sing this rendition during The Brave Enough Tour knows how captivating this arrangement is for the audience. Dare I say, Abi made it even more ethereal, magical, and goose-bumpy (yes, that's now a word) than I've heard in the past. Regardless of where she finishes in this competition, I'll be purchasing her album. But please, if you're listening Abi, consider singing a Sara Bareilles song somewhere along the way. I know this competition is about finding your own way, but the soulful quality in your voice mirrors that in Sara's so beautifully. And is it ironic, that as an author, the name of the protagonist in my next novel (begun before American Idol aired its first episode) is Abbi :)

@mjakethomas2380 Ай бұрын

I have this play on constant repeat in my hour drive to work here in Houston tradfic. Brought me to tears last night and now still makes me teary listening to her angelic voice! She is it for me! Will keep on voting for her!

@AdamAgosto Ай бұрын

doesnt matter if she doesnt win, she is going to be a world star

@typicallysomeone Ай бұрын

I couldn't stop geekin out on this performance, this was my favorite by far tonight.

@gunther13101 Ай бұрын

I wish Abi would sing “Bring Him Home” from Les Miserable!!!!!

@stevenrolston9932 Ай бұрын

The best to describe this is captivating, silent crowd, literally perfect runs and falsetto, smashed the high notes. Very similar to Adam Lamberts performance of mad world where everyone was in awe

@keanamiller-wood4101 Ай бұрын

NO,NO ,NO Adam Lambert is phenomenal.This person cannot hold a note.Is everyone tone deaf or what?She sounds like when you play wrong on a violin .It makes a donkey or goose sound!Cannot compare this normal looking and sounding girl to Adam Lambert.You have lost your mind.

@jacksonia7724 Ай бұрын

How are some of y’all saying she’s untalented? This was fantastic! I def think she deserves to win

@jrizzledrizzle4697 Ай бұрын

I was kind of worried before I watched this because of the standard Sara B has on this arrangement but she hit it out of the park! Great job 👏

@icetea66 Ай бұрын

Made a grown man cry !! You are sincerely amazing ! Angelic

@ML-sy3bn Ай бұрын

Honestly, her voice is stunning and her performance is world class imo.

@bobbydrake5852 Ай бұрын

I said to my wife last week that this song would be a perfect song choice for her. I am gonna buy a lottery ticket now.

@gravecac9522 Ай бұрын

I predict that Abi will be in the finals. 😊

@jackpollack5227 Ай бұрын

She’s the best American idol contestant in many years, if she doesn’t win the show trash.

@tigerlillysmysticalunion2972 Ай бұрын

I like that echo run she did , her voice and energy is extremely healing and soothing . Like , Hypnosis

@user-gd9cz9yf2i Ай бұрын

Wow, this girl is incredible!!! This beautiful young girl is going to have an amazing career and I'm praying for every bit of her success.

@user-mp4qb5yi6j Ай бұрын

She's got the voice, the looks, and the personality to be a megastar.

@jhhayes7241 Ай бұрын

Whether it were her best performance or not, Abi rolled out another showstopper. All of her performances are rather phenomenal. Stage appearances, breath control, musically, her ability to sing runs classy and sophisticated are all fantastic. A front runner, in the finale line-up, I’m sure of it. Go Abi!

@Northandsouthsewing Ай бұрын

Wow. There are great singers on AI, but this performance took my breath away. I couldn’t move, couldn’t Breathe. Truly captivating. That has happened so seldom. I want this song to download today!

@yomommastupid Ай бұрын

ok she clearly has the best voice out of all of them wow

@courtneycoley8487 27 күн бұрын

💯💯💯

@jillianbalcazar5491 Ай бұрын

OMG Congratulations Abi Carter for making through to The Top 12, You deserve It & When you sing ''Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'' By Elton John During your performance of American Idol Last night Wow I thought you did such A great & Amazing Job, You sound like You Put your own spin to It By making sound like your own, It was really good & Very Entertainment!!! 👏👏👏👏

@yourdaywillcome5694 Ай бұрын

Oh my God the song she Sang Monday night blew my mind one of my favorite songs that I use to sing she did it perfect

@2TurntKaren Ай бұрын

Oh she just did it - finally a moment this season.

@SemiTerrestrial343 Ай бұрын

it’s a literal lullaby

@maryannmccarthy1824 Ай бұрын

She is totally unique - STAR QUALITY ❤

@keanamiller-wood4101 Ай бұрын

Explain to me in what way is she unique!I have heard many people sing like her.The way she dresses is like someone that is going to the supermarket.Her eyes look crazy.She looks and sings like every Hillsong singer.They all sing the same.I absolutely hate it that they are pushing Disney princess sweeter than the world of humans because she is the sweetest being that has ever been.IRRITATING!!! She looks like Mrs.Robertson from Amazing world of Gumball!!!

@kendramaple912 Ай бұрын

She's a star. I love every one of her performances. Go Abi! You brings me to tears with your gift

@joanneb3935 9 күн бұрын

So glad she won! She is a STAR and was the clear winner. 🎉❤🎉

@chrisbeller1596 27 күн бұрын

Did she just riff within a run at the end? My God.....talent!

@JiemarkVlogs Ай бұрын

She can sing Gravity by Sara barilles

@ReachoutAbiCarter177_Telegr 9 күн бұрын

🥰🥰❤️☝️☝️

@susancumbiemusic Ай бұрын

Forget the fact her voice is one for the ages...nothing short of a pure silken thread, but this arrangement....and her presentation was a brilliant and transporting musical journey for the ears and heart. I am still speechless and a blubbery mess from having experienced this soul feast. I would pay big money to witness this artist in person ....and I know I will have that chance whether she wins this contest or not.

@chrisdick2305 Ай бұрын

My, there's a lot of hyperbole in these comments."A voice for the ages??"only the passage of time can decide that.

@Mtwin06 25 күн бұрын

Wow!!! So impressive! Goose bumps all over and I’ve watched this about a billion times. Wish it was up on iTunes!!!!!

@subtlefps Ай бұрын

I’ve loved abi since audition, but I want to hear her sing another song that’s really in right now and make it hers

@briandavalerio01 Ай бұрын

This is just another level. Massive, massive super star!!!! ABI CARTER!

@joanneb3935 Ай бұрын

I am covered in chills from this performance!!!

@thefineprinteditorial Ай бұрын

I love when artists approach the song like this, a version very similar to Angelina Jordan's on AGT. Adds a whole new meaning and feel. Incredible xx

@keanamiller-wood4101 Ай бұрын

What's happening?Compare Abi to people in her own league.Don't compare her to people soooo faaaarrrr out of her league!!!She is not at all similar to Angelina Jordan!Abi sounds like a violin when you play the note wrong and it makes that donkey or goose noise.

@peachferrari 12 күн бұрын

All her performances on the show were incredible but I think this was my favorite.

@Bdavie69 Ай бұрын

Winning performance! Keep bringing it Abi ❤❤

@andream1760 Ай бұрын

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE RECORD THIS AND SELL IT!!! I would absolutely buy this, it is as Katy said, this song will speak to so many people like me!!! ❤❤❤❤ Go Abi!!!

@ratherboutside2 Ай бұрын

I cannot wait for her concerts!! 💫

@christinab7158 Ай бұрын

Literally last week I was thinking her voice would sound so good to this song! So glad to hear it!

@efrenmoreno3 Ай бұрын

Abi has to win, 100% shes the BEST

@Samphirebythesea Ай бұрын

Just stunning!

@Caine-vb8pk Ай бұрын

This girl has left me astounded twice with her precision vocals! To think she’s only 21 and will be fine tuning her craft for years , is unfathomable. 😮

@leavingtheupci239 Ай бұрын

Wonder of wonders!!!! She’s GOT to win!!!!

@Danielthescientist Ай бұрын

Her voice is a mix of Billie Eillish and Sara Bairelles, perfection.

@frederickanyang4476 Ай бұрын

Every time she sings the whole place is so quiet and attend. Damn

@user-ox4bl9yo1q Ай бұрын

I hope Abi Carter gets to meet Elton John, very soon. I hope they will get to perform together. Miss Abi, my husband and I are patiently waiting for tickets to attend one of your own concerts in the future. May God bless you with many opportunities, And thank you to Gene Simmons for his expert coaching and support to all of the contestants. Sinserely, Donna

@NewBL081 Ай бұрын

I've replayed this like 10 times now

@Maillady42 Ай бұрын

Angelic! Such a strong solid performance!! Such clarity & pronunciation! She is a superstar! 🤩

@TerriBastien Ай бұрын

So angelic. My heart literally felt lifted! Incredibly beautiful ❤️ What a treasure American Idol has found!! I can’t wait for her albums!!

@IvySnowFillyVideos Ай бұрын

Nothing to say...Abi said it all. Hit it outa the ball park

@patbob1494 Ай бұрын

Since I’ve watched this performance I watched it over and over again.. got the chills and now I can’t get that song out of my head 😅 Watching Elton Johns version also !! 🥰🥰