There are performances you watch — and then there are performances you feel. Jamal Roberts delivered the latter in jaw-dropping fashion with his explosive rendition of “Shout” on the American Idol stage. From the moment he opened his mouth, the energy in the room skyrocketed, sending the audience into an electrifying frenzy. Judges were left in awe, and it was clear from the very first note: Jamal wasn’t just performing; he was owning the night.
Social media exploded within minutes, as a tidal wave of A+++ reviews flooded every corner of the internet. Fans and critics alike couldn’t stop gushing about Jamal’s powerhouse vocals, magnetic stage presence, and undeniable charisma. Comment after comment shouted one clear message: Waiting on that album, Jamal! It’s rare to see such unanimous excitement, but when an artist connects on that level, it’s impossible to stay silent.
Jamal Roberts is just different than the rest… Charisma, versatility with song and showmanship, audience engagement, coachability, style, and professionalism — the winner.
I bloody adore him. I’m a British woman who loves Ché, but Jamal is the one who I just can’t wait to see and hear. SUPERSTAR QUALITY.
Jamal understood the assignment!!! OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE!!! ❤❤❤
So versatile, he can sing rock, R&B, pop, gospel, country — and kill every time.
Jamal has that electric star power, never-know-what-to-expect but always brings it: soul, charisma, the whole package. And seeing his two girls, he’s the winner!
He’s the winner this season, going away. The difference in showmanship is too great.
I’m a 68-year-old white lady grandma, and this guy makes me wish I was 20 years old… lol.
He tore the walls down off that house — roof, framework, and all!!! WOW 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🔥🔥🔥
I can definitely see this guy blossoming into the next R&B wonder, making one hit after another. Go, Jamal! We’re waiting on that album.
Jamal is amazing and can sing anything. Love his voice and his vocals kill every time. ❤❤❤❤ Team Jamal Roberts.
The background woman who is singing the tenor part is crazy. She sang and slayed those high notes. 😊
Versatile Jamal — every week a different genre, an entertainer.
Jamal!!!! Jamal!!!! Jamal!!!!!!
He’s incredible. He’s given me life. He’s given me soul. He’s brought me pure joy every time he sings. Look at his smile. Look at his eyes.
When Jamal walks on that stage, he becomes the performance — full of life, full of passion. Every show is unexpected, unbelievable, unforgettable.
Jamal, you are truly unbelievable. God bless you. Keep shining. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Two artists had to go home at the end of the episode. After the viewer votes were cast, Ryan Seacrest revealed which two artists had the lowest amount of votes and were, therefore, eliminated: Amanda Barise and Desmond Roberts.
That meant that the rest of the artists moved on to the next stage of the competition. The top 12 will take the stage during the Monday, April 28, episode for more live performances.
The top 12 are: Canaan James Hill, Gabby Samone, Mattie Pruitt, Thunderstorm Artis, Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Filo, Kolbi Jordan, Josh King, Jamal Roberts, and Ché.
