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'American Idol' Season 22 viewers call Kayko an 'industry plant' after he advances to the Top 14

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Kayko instantly impresses the ABC show judges

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Sam Kelly-Cohen aka Kayko has recently bagged a spot in the Top 14 but the viewers were disappointed with the result. During the episode, Kayko graced the ABC show stage with his another original songs.

The songwriter and producer performed, 'What If' and instantly impressed the judges, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. He also notably impressed Ryan Seacrest as he was excited that his favourite contestant was safe from the elimination. The ABC show host called Kayko the "king of originals."

Kayko was previously 'megastar' by Katy and she also claimed, "I'm excited for the next five years of your life. I'm going to go see you on tour." Kayko has performed only his original songs in the ABC show so far and was accused of using the show to promote his band.

However, after the aspiring singer has advanced to the next round without being in the danger zone, the viewers doubt if he is the 'industry plant'. A social media user accused, "Kayko is an industry plant. No way he’s made it this far, he’s ass. Also, DID HE PLAY USNAVI?! WHAT THE FUCK GET HIM OUT OF HERE."

Another X user commented, "Kayko is probably an industry plant. This is ridiculous." Another internet user tweeted, "Kayko cannot sing, he’s just a songwriter & I have a problem with him making it over CLEARLY BETTER VOCALISTS."

Another person noted, "Can we all agree Kayko does NOT deserve this? His voice is average. His songs are great, but that's not what American idol is about." Another viewer claimed, "How does Kayko get through and not Nya?!!!"

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Kayko calls Ryan Seacrest 'dad'

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Kayko has formed a close relationship with the ABC show host, Ryan Seacrest. The aspiring singer and the host have joked about being a son and a father. In the latest episode, Kayko reflected Ryan could be a good father. Meanwhile, Ryan was very excited to be taller than Kayko.

However, Kayko also brought his real father on the ABC show to watch his performance. Additionally, Kayko took to his Instagram and shared a video with his father and watching his previous performance. Alongside the video, Kayko noted, "P.S. This is my real dad not Ryan Seacrest but Ryan feel free to still legally adopt me I can have 2 dads."

Kayko reflects on his 'American Idol' Season 22 journey

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Kayko accidentally received a chance to audition on the ABC show and continued to impress the judges since then. However, the aspiring singer has recently reflected on his Idol journey on his social media. He shared a series of photos of himself from the singing competition set.

Kayko noted in the caption, "American Idol is like the Olympics of singing, where talented folks from all over the country belt out tunes to compete for the title." He added, "You got celebrity judges giving feedback, and viewers at home get to vote for their favorites, so it’s a mix of talent and popularity." The ABC show star further shared, "It’s basically the ultimate showdown to find the next big music superstar!"

'American Idol' Season 22 airs on Sundays and Mondays at 8 pm ET on ABC.