'American Idol' 2023: We Ani's voice leaves judges stunned, fans say she 'could totally win'

We Ani's impressive rendition of 'Anyone' leaves the 'American Idol' judges and fans speechless
We Ani set the 'American Idol' stage on fire with her spectacular performance (@we_ani/instagram)
We Ani set the 'American Idol' stage on fire with her spectacular performance (@we_ani/instagram)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Season 21 of 'American Idol' has provided yet another group of outstanding performers. After two weeks of auditions, viewers were on an amazing adventure with the three judges, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie. Both the judges and the audience were impressed by the many talented young performers.

We Ani, a participant in 'The Voice' Season 11, set the stage on fire with her spectacular performance. Judges and fans can't get over the differences between her speaking and singing voice. Viewers of the show have even expressed that with this voice, Ani can easily win 'American Idol' Season 21.

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We Ani shocks 'American Idol' judges with unbelievable vocals

Ani auditioned with Demi Lavoto's 'Anyone' and the judges were astonished by her vocal range. Lionel Richie admitted that he didn't want to put her performance in the 'ridiculous' category but it was ridiculous. As soon as Ani started singing Katy Perry's jaw dropped to the floor and the judges couldn't stop marveling at the contrast between her normal voice and her singing voice. Lionel dubbed the performance "amazing". While Katy said, "Way to throw a curve ball." Luke Bryan agreed with Lionel and said, "Yeah Ani you have an amazing voice. I am not going to get into the science. But you are going to Hollywood." All the three judges said yes to Ani and advanced her to the next round.



 

'Absolutely Stellar Talent!'

Ani is one of the talented that took the 'American Idol' stage by storm on March 5 and left the fans in awe with her amazing vocals. Many of the fans recognized her from her stint in 'The Voice' and have expressed that she is back better than before and can go on to win 'American Idol' with that talent. One fan commented, "WAS WAITING PATIENTLY for her audition ..she's incredible and followed her since her days at the Voice back 6 years ago!!..she's my winner pick." Another one said, "She gets my vote, that's an amazing set of vocal folds she's got there!" One more fan added, "Absolutely Stellar Talent! She could Totally Win Idol, but I could see her as a SuperStar on Broadway as well."

Fans were blown away by her rendition of 'Anyone' and appreciated her perfect low notes as one fan said, "giving me the chills with those low notes. So poised and bringing that emotion throughout. That voice is so powerful. Change of name, but we know you!!! lol." Another commented, "Loved her on the Voice. Definitely a WINNER!" One more added, "We Ani, is believable and expresses her emotions in her strong voice. She should not worry about what people think of her high pitch-speaking voice. All she needs to do is focus on singing and win it."

'American Idol' Season 21 airs on Sundays at 8 pm ET on ABC.

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