From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Jacob Lusk sang both Jordin Sparks' and Chris Brown’s parts in "No Air." The judges didn't think it was the best song for Jacob, but they still appreciate his voice and showmanship.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Scotty McCreery’s first song was "Gone" by Montgomery Gentry, and he performed it with all the angst and fire Sheryl Crow and Jimmy Iovine had hoped for. An excited Jennifer stated, "That's some American Idol stuff right there!'

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Scotty McCreery’s first song was "Gone" by Montgomery Gentry, and he performed it with all the angst and fire Sheryl Crow and Jimmy Iovine had hoped for. An excited Jennifer stated, "That's some American Idol stuff right there!'

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

James Durbin got very emotional when singing Badfinger’s "Without You" because the lyrics touched him. Randy Jackson called the performance "emotionally perfect" and stated that the competition is his to lose.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

James Durbin got very emotional when singing Badfinger’s "Without You" because the lyrics touched him. Randy Jackson called the performance "emotionally perfect" and stated that the competition is his to lose.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Haley Reinhart got the opportunity to sing an unreleased Lady Gaga song called "You And I." Judges Jennifer and Randy didn’t think the song was a great fit, but Steven Tyler said Haley is "one perfect song away from being the American Idol."

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

James Durbin kicked off the night with a song from "now"--30 Seconds to Mars' "Closer To The Edge." Judge Jennifer Lopez said that James is showing us he wants it, and America is feeling it.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

For Lauren Alaina’s "then" performance, she took on The Righteous Brothers' "Unchained Melody." Steven Tyler thought it was perfect and told Lauren, "I could listen to you all night."

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

For Lauren Alaina’s "then" performance, she took on The Righteous Brothers' "Unchained Melody." Steven Tyler thought it was perfect and told Lauren, "I could listen to you all night."

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Haley Reinhart had a moment with "House Of The Rising Sun" by The Animals, and the judges gave her a standing ovation. Randy Jackson said she wins her award for best performance of the night.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

Elvis fan Scotty McCreery sang "Always On My Mind" for his second performance. Randy Jackson joked that Scotty is "our youngest veteran," and, with both performances tonight, he could tell just the type of record Scotty will put out.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

When Jacob Lusk performed "Love Hurts" by The Everly Brothers/Roy Orbison, Randy Jackson said that Jacob redeemed himself. The judge also wondered if Jacob just belted out the highest note ever on the Idol stage.

From: American Idol on Thu, May 05 2011 4:35 AM

The top five finalists performed songs from today’s music and then songs from the past.

From: American Idol on Tue, May 03 2011 5:00 PM

Jacob Lusk didn’t realize he was an emotional singer until he went on this Idol journey. Hear more from Jacob.

From: American Idol on Tue, May 03 2011 5:00 PM

Scotty McCreery has learned how tolerant he is through the American Idol process. Watch and learn more about his Idol life.

From: American Idol on Tue, May 03 2011 5:00 PM

American Idol taught Lauren Alaina had to cry, but she still has a great laugh! Watch her in this finalist diary.

From: American Idol on Tue, May 03 2011 5:00 PM

James Durbin auditioned for Idol three years ago, and in this video he talks about why he was ready for American Idol this time around.

From: American Idol on Tue, May 03 2011 4:59 PM

Haley Reinhart speaks highly of the music producers and Idol staff in this week’s finalist diary.

From: American Idol on Mon, May 02 2011 11:50 PM

The Top 6 were all smiles as the judges all had something good to say this week.

From: American Idol on Fri, Apr 29 2011 10:09 PM

The judges shared their thoughts on the results and on Casey’s extraordinary swan song.