Caleb Johnson’s ‘Dream On’ Is Idol Performance of the Season – Finals Recap [VIDEOS]
After three performances, who is the next American Idol? Jena Irene, the judges wild card choice and Caleb Johnson, the rocker who's tried out three times left their heart and soul on the stage. Caleb made Steven Tyler proud with with Aerosmith's 'Dream On,' while Jena brought chills with Elvis' 'Can't Help Falling in Love.'
Round One - Creator's Choice
Idol creator Simon Fuller chose the first round of songs. Jena, winning the coin flip and decided to perform first. She rocked the stage with 'Dog Days Are Over' but Caleb blew the roof off with Aerosmith's 'Dream On'
Round 1 - Caleb
.@CalebPJohnson ...... Duuuuuude----
THAT was a bar setting performance - it's like you WANT to win??!!!!!! - KU #IdolFinale #IdolLive
— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) May 21, 2014
Caleb Johnson 'Dream On'
Jena Irene 'Dog Days Are Over'
Round Two - Favorite Moment
Jena and Caleb chose their favorite song of the season. Jena wisely chose to go with the King. Her version of 'Can't Help Falling In Love' never gets old. It's the same song that made JLo drop the F bomb. Caleb went with Paul McCartney's 'Maybe I'm Amazed,' and although it was nice to see a softer side, Jena won round two.
Round 2 - Jena
Jena Irene 'Can't Help Falling In Love'
Caleb Johnson 'Maybe I'm Amazed'
Round Three - Original
Jena and Caleb closed the night, performing their new singles which will be on their album, available August 12th. Although neither song really stood out, sounding like a #1 hit, both sang well.
Jena Irene 'We Are One'
Caleb Johnson 'As Love As You Love Me'
The winner will be crowned tomorrow night on Fox during a star studded event. Jena will sing with Paramore while Caleb teams up with Kiss for what's sure to be an epic performance.
Backstage @AmericanIdol rehearsal w the boys, @KISSOnline @CalebPJohnson. pic.twitter.com/yx8UH8LSoN
— Tommy Thayer (@tommy_thayer) May 20, 2014
Darius Rucker and Jennifer Nettles will also perform. Who do you think will win? My money is on Jena just because she's more marketable and can sell records. Although I'd rather spend my money on a ticket to Caleb's concert.