'Didn't feel that duet': 'American Idol' viewers slam Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson for weak performance

Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson received a standing ovation for their duet on 'American Idol' 2023 but viewers dubbed it 'weak'
Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson advanced to the Showstopper round after their duet received standing ovation (YouTube/americanidol)
Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson advanced to the Showstopper round after their duet received standing ovation (YouTube/americanidol)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'American Idol' Season 21 contestants performed their best during the Hollywood Week duet round. While some aspiring singers have to return home, multiple others advanced to Showstoppers. Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson's smooth performance advanced them to the next round.

The pair performed 'You are the Reason' by Callum Scott and instantly impressed judges Katy Perry, Lionel Riche, and Luke Bryan. However, they failed to win the hearts of 'American Idol' 2023 viewers with their performance. Some of the viewers found Matt's vocals amazing, while some think Elise's performance was weak. Read to know more about Elise and Matt's duet.

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Elise Kristine and Matt Wilson receive standing ovations

Matt chooses Elise for the duet and named their team "Chocolate Vanilla Swirl". Matt and Elise put their silky smooth vocals together to perform 'You are the Reason' by Callum Scott. After the duo's performance, the judges praised the performance and announced that Matt and Elise will continue to the showstoppers round. The judges also noted about Matt, "He owns it." Notably, Luke was overwhelmed by Matt's performance. Meanwhile, Katy complimented his confidence.

Did Elise Kristine deliver a weak performance?

'American idol' judges and fans praised Matt for his amazing duet with Elise. But the viewers didn't think that Elise should advance to the next level. A social media user took to the comment section of Elise and Matt's duet video and commented, "I was surprised the judges stood to their feet. It was a little shaky at times in my opinion. But given the short amount of time they had to practice together."

Another user noted, "Bit pitchy." Another fan said, "Let’s be real.. Matt carried." Another viewer added, "Elise is to predictable ... too stage-ey..... not enough feel." Another person said, "Matt was amazing. Elise was weak." Another user said, "Didn't feel that duet."

'American Idol' Season 21 airs every Sunday and Monday at 8 pm ET on ABC.

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