“Heads and shoulders above everyone” — American Idol fans react to Jamal and Gabby’s Top 10 performances 

During the Top 10 round of American Idol Season 23, Jamal Roberts and Gabby Samone both gave outstanding performances that received high praise from judges and viewers. They established themselves as the competition's leaders with their interpretations, which also demonstrated their vocal skills.

This week, the crowd was captivated by Mississippi physical education instructor Jamal Roberts' stirring rendition of Carrie Underwood's "Undo It." Many praised his ability to express intense emotion via music, and his emotional performance left the judges and audience in amazement. Social media was used by fans to show their appreciation, emphasizing the sincerity and emotion of his performance.

From Baltimore, Gabby Samone ended the evening with a powerful performance of Beyoncé's "I Was Here." The judges gave her a standing ovation for her performance and praised her emotional depth and vocal power. Carrie Underwood called it "absolute perfection," while Luke Bryan said Gabby's ability to influence the stage was demonstrated by the fact that she had left fellow judge Fantasia dumbfounded.

With performances that struck a deep chord with viewers across the country, both competitors made it to the Top 8. Fans from across the world are rooting for both the contestants and have been celebrating their advancement to the Top 8

An American Idol admirer posted on X,

"If people vote on actual vocal ability and not on who they think its cute or sings their favorite genre if music, Jamal and Gabby are heads and shoulders above everyone on this show. 🤷🏾‍♂️ #AmericanIdol"

Another fan shared on social media,

"So surprised they cut Canaan. Didn’t see that happening. Now black contestants are back to minority smh. Them folks can’t sing!! They better not play with Jamal and Gabby! #AmericanIdol"

"I’m here for Jamal and Gabby. Everyone else can pack their bags as far as I’m concerned. #AmericanIdol," another X user posted.

More fans of American Idol shared their excitement for their favorites making it to the Top 8.

A netizen commented,

"How it feels seeing two of the best singers leave, but still thankful to have Gabby & Jamal. 😭 #AmericanIdol"

"Can people vote for contestants who can sing and not who they think is cute? That’d be a great idea for a singing competition. Who keeps voting for Mattie?! She better not send home Gabby, Breanna, and Jamal. #americanidol," another tweet read.

Jamal and Gabby make it to the Top 8 of American Idol Season 23

With impressive performances in the Top 10 round, Jamal Roberts and Gabby Samone have officially guaranteed their places in the Top 8 of American Idol Season 23. Both the judges and the audience praised them greatly for their emotive delivery, stage presence, and vocal range.

Jamal's emotional performance of Carrie Underwood's "Undo It" touched the crowd, and Gabby's interpretation of Beyoncé's "I Was Here" astounded them. Standing ovations and widespread recognition as the evening's best performers cemented both competitors' place as formidable American Idol candidates.

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With the finale so close, stay tuned to ABC to see who wins the American Idol Season 23 trophy.

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