Team Legend: Moses G. singing Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye vs. Lucas West singing New York State of Mind by Billy Joel-- I love how much Moses pours himself into every performance. This was a perfect song choice for him; I felt every note. Lucas's performance was so effortless and such a masterclass in performing and just technically so sound. Adam said the only way to do the song Moses did was exactly how he did it. Lucas, I am still mad you're not on my team. Kelly said Moses you make me so happy. Lucas, if Billy Joel saw this, you made him proud. John said he was impressed with both performances. Moses you radiate light; Lucas you did things that were revelatory, you sing and play the piano and it's so impressive.
John chose Lucas
Team Kelly: Houston Kelly singing Love You Anyway by Luke Combs vs. JW Griffin singing If It Hadn't Been For Love by The Steeldrivers-- Both great voices! I enjoy both of these guys. I think the difference is JW sounds a little old country to me versus Houston has more of a modern country sound. I wish both of them could move forward. Kelly said you're both equally as gifted but one of you is more ready for competition right now. I have to choose JW.
Team Adam: Alexia Jayy singing You Give Good Love by Whitney Houston vs. Bay Simpson singing One Head Light by The Wallflowers-- Alexia sounds so good singing Whitney; she has the vocals chops for this. I loved Bay's song choice and the vibe of the performance was good, just loved it. Kelly said Bay you are so cool and understated; Alexia you are so good, it's like Whitney Houston and Lauryn Hill's voices had a baby. She would choose Alexia. Adam said you are both comfortable in your own skin. Bay, you were incredible today. Adam said you are so unique in your way, you're magic.
Adam chose Alexia
Team Kelly: Abigayle Oakley singing Feather by Sabrina Carpenter vs. Liv Ciara singing Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson-- I loved the arrangement of Liv's performance of Breakaway, it was so unique but equally strong vocally to what Kelly did when she recorded it. I absolutely loved it. Abigayle was equally intriguing. I loved all the high notes throughout. John said he would choose Liv. Adam said he was so lame at 16 compared to Liv; Abigayle you had me feeling and understanding the lyrics. Both of you were great, so I am of no help. Kelly said, Abigayle, what you did was really hard; Liv, you took my song and made it a showstopper. Liv has the edge with me.
Kelly chose Liv
Team Legend: Syd Millevoi singing Tell Me You Love Me by Demi Lovato vs. Natasha Blaine singing Another Sad Love Song by Toni Braxton-- Wow! Syd was phenomenal; she was sounding like Ariana Grande. Her range was incredible and it was effortless like Demi. Natasha, by contrast is very jazzy and reminds me of like a lounge singer. She has a beautiful voice, and it's rare for someone her age and generation to do this style. Adam said Natasha, I heard something in your range, so much improvement. Syd your voice keeps soaring like an eagle. Kelly loved Natasha's style, and Syd, your voice is meant for an arena like this. Adam and Kelly urged Syd to tap into the connection. John said Natasha you understand who you are as a vocalist. Syd, you're so gifted, it's just about making the audience believe you as an artist.
John chose Syd
Team Adam: Jeremy Keith singing Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell vs. Mike Steele singing How You Gonna Act Like That by Tyrese-- Oh my goodness, I loved Mike's performance. He is one of my personal favorites in the competition. He has the heart, soul, and voice to win this. Jeremy gave an amazing performance. Kelly said you're both so good, man I don't know. Jeremy, in my mind, you're the better pure singer. Mike, you have the swag, the intangibles. Kelly said you're screwed. Adam said, I thought they were great and they should both stay.
Adam chose Jeremy