‘American Idol’ Baylee Littrell Explains Emotional Performance
American Idol contestant Baylee Littrell has explained why his performance was so emotional. There was a big explanation as to why he got emotional while performing and why the song meant so much to him. He sang one of his dad’s songs. There is a lot to unfold and uncover when it comes to this. So, keep reading to find out more about this situation and why Baylee got emotional.
American Idol Narrows Down Top 20 After Easter Episode
American Idol is having a successful season. They got Carrie Underwood as a coach to replace Katy Perry. So far, viewers are loving her way more than the previous female coach and hope she sticks around. However, the Easter Sunday episode did not get the reaction that the show thought it would. Some were upset that the contestants were forced to sing religious songs. Religion is something fans do not want pushed onto them or the contestants, and this is what the show did last night. However, the performances were amazing, and fans cannot wait to see more from them.
Baylee Littrell Explains Why He Got So Emotional
Baylee Littrell became a fan favorite from the second he was shown on the screen. His dad is Brian Littrell, who is from the famous boy band the Backstreet Boys. However, on last night’s episode, it was revealed that Baylee made it to the top 20. However, his performance was emotional, and he explained why it hit home.
“It means a great deal to us. That song is really dedicated to [the] tragedy [of] 9/11, you know, all the victims that it affected.”
Baylee then revealed that his mother was supposed to be on the second flight that struck the World Trade Center on 9/11.
“I feel incredibly lucky. It’s an emotional song. I’m just glad I got through it.”
It seems as though Baylee was emotionally connected to the song because it was his father’s song on his solo album. Not only that, but it represents how his mother was supposed to be on a 9/11 flight and wasn’t. It was a miracle that she did not get on that flight, and Baylee and Brian are so thankful that she did not. Fans loved that he related to the song so deeply. What did you think about his performance? Are you going to be voting for him to win? Sound off in the comments below. We would love to hear your thoughts on this situation.
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