Emmy Russell: 'skinny' an Original Song From Her First Audition - American Idol 2024

Emmy Russell's original song ""skinny"" on the LIVE #idol stage!

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American Idol 2024

Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.

[RobynonYouTube]

From what we’ve seen, she appears to be a role model young people need right now.

[Holly-zi]

That song made me cry. How many young girls; (and women) will admit to having thought those same thoughts? Emmy Russell is an inspiration. So talented. GO EMMY!!! YOU GOT THIS!

[sandrahardison]

She’s singing her soul. It’s moving on many levels.

[monica-crystalarandia]

I believed every word of her delivery. So happy for her growth and her beautiful expression. She definitely got grandmas’ goods.

[robertantonnyc]

wow, that opening pulled me right in. Love a personal story, delivered well. She continues to surprise, delight me, bearing her soul.

[bonniematthews]

You're gonna get a grammy
and not because of your Grammy, but because you are an artist in your own right. Beautiful soul. Beautiful song. Congrats!!! So glad you're on this show. You've already made a huge impact on people's lives❤

[tenyc]

For the first time ever, I relate to a performer. I used to be a competitive figure-skater and that’s what my body would do every show and competition. It was so hard to be in front of people and I always felt so alone in my nervousness. It’s amazing to see her get through the song while trembling the way she was. Hope she is proud of what she accomplished !

[pannachawangkul]

Emmy, you got the goods, no need to be insecure or nervous. You got this. 😊

[gmoney_]

Emmmy!!!! I’m so so so happy you made it very well deserved! But please don’t let your nerves affect you, you are amazing I hope you go much farther! Congratulations Emmy!!!

[nizzova]

Your Name Is Emmy, but You're gonna get a

[lorilg]

Her Grandmother is definitely smiling from heaven, admiring her beautiful granddaughter 😢

[muzicgr]

Such a powerful song. So many young women are deceived by Social media and the world in total. You gotta be you no matter what. Big is Beautiful all day

[bazztheman]

I’m glad she isn’t just going down the country lane. She is carving her own sound and delivering her message with it. A great artist

[tinahunt]

I love this Girl! This song is so amazing! She looks like Grandma Loretta too!!! ❤

[anamejia]

I was crying during this song. Seeing her shake while singing it broke my heart. She sang it so well, too. I hope she makes it to the end. We love you, Emmy❤

[karenhardie]

Congrats, Emmy. She carries that pressure of her grandma. That's tough. She has it all. The voice and looks. She needs to get the nerves under control and have more confidence. She is really good. I wish she could see that.

[Emmy_]

emmy your talent is out of this world ! im proud of u !!!! you deserve it !! congrats

[MrFloydSaunders]

An amazing and talented songwriter and she delivers her songs with so much conviction and she can have a big country music career if she wants it’s. Everything is possible for her now.

[talenna]

Emmy Russell, you are such a Beautiful young Lady who also happens to have such an Amazing Talent and an even more Wonderful & Amazing Voice ❤️🥰!! I Truly Believe that even if you're not chosen as the American Idol Winner that you'll make it to the Top🤩🥰😃! I wish you all the happiness and luck in the world, God Bless 🙌🏻 You ✝️ and Please Stay Strong & Keep your head Up⬆️🙂!!!!

[bowlergirl]

Congrats Emmy! Love this song so much ! Voted for you ❤️❤️