Inspiring! Calvin Upshaw Bares His Soul For The Judges - American Idol 2021
Calvin Upshaw lays it all on the line, performing his emotionally-charged rendition of “Falling Out” by Calvin Richardson for his American Idol audition. Calvin has overcome many obstacles throughout his life and hopes the challenges he has faced will inspire others like him. Lionel Richie commends Calvin on his bravery, strength and vulnerability. Watch here to feel all the feelings that a true, honest and heartfelt performance can bring.
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AMERICAN IDOL, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns on ABC.
American Idol 2021
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, while multimedia personality Bobby Bones serves as the in-house mentor.
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All these sob stories are nice and all, but ultimately they should be judged on their voice. Apparently these judges vote out of sympathy instead of judging technique. Next round he is out.
He sounds like drunk n high Jodeci
Oh god every word he says I feel it! Plz replay this vid
I think his voice was all over the place because he was crying, but as soon as he takes control of his emotions and voice, he can do so much more. He definitely needs a chance and good mentorship and coaching - they can give him that opportunity.
I feel like the sometimes just vote yes if they had a hard life.
hia voice is not everywhere.. he is emotional while singing
I know I'm with you , @Calvin upshaw ! You are amazing and you deserve every bit of this. Greatness
The judges now a days are so easily impressed🥴 it’s a no for me dawg
I’m sorry but this was not good .... beautiful story though.
I honestly thought this was supposed to be one of the 'audition fails'. Thats just wrong to do to somebody.
What just happened?!?
Something special about him is that he's real.
Sorry but if he hadn't had this story, or was a different persuasion they would of told him no. He's not even close. I wish him the best but he needs alot of work.
No
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Once his voice comes together. It’s going to be even more magical 🙌
His voice can use some training but I give him a C+ for effort
He sings with a lot of passion but that performance was everywhere & a bit messy. I think the story touched the judges more than his singing but is that fair to other contestants who don't have a tragic story?
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What happened to the bad auditions?
No one stands out this year.
I am sorry to hear about his life but realistically he not ready for American Idol
His voice is good but he is all over the place. He has got to make his voice smoother not what it is like now or he won’t even make the top ten
What a roller coaster ride of a voice
Black American males are way too emotional, they're always balling on TV...🙄
*You can hear that he has a seriously amazing voice but he needs to learn control!! I couldn't imagine getting in front of them either though bc my nerves would absolutely screw me up!! I have a feeling they're going to teach him a lot and the next time we hear him, we'll all have full body chills!! And with that emotional heart behind that voice too... he's going to be a tough contender!!*
They are recicst
Praying he will go forward and Be successful! Go Calvin., I feel the next go round he will be 100% Better! He was really heavy for this initial audition 🙏🏽
Weird that they thought this guy was pop. Passionate of course, he was good but, sweaty. lol
This dude has heart, but tries to do too much with his voice, which makes him sound like a fool and out of control. Has A LOT of work to do. I love when people who try too hard think their voices are the best thing since sliced bread and they end up butchering it. Like, just relax and sing. Dont try to make your voice dance every single note. It sounds horrific.
I don't Know. His Voice Just. I Don't know man!! Too Much Notes Going Everywhere!!
His story is the reason he made it, but at least it felt genuine
This was definitely out of pity because that was A MESS.
Aloe Black and John Legend.
This is horrible
He's got something, definitely, but it was all over the place. Loved his soul tho
he got the soul !!!!
God Bless You!!!
Can Lionel be my therapist?
I see you bro much love to ya. Curtis
No. Sorry, but this is all over the place vocally. Endearing story by vocals needs a lot of work. They are milking these stories, but that doesn’t make some of these people great singers
Lionel Richie is so real, and such a beautiful soul!!! Thanks God 4 making this amazing human being. 🎶💓🙏🙌
meh
Could Lionel be any lovelier? Obsessed with his kindness. Beautiful soul 🙏🏻💜
Hes got a great story. Too bad his voice is sub par. Bit American idol doesn't want to make people mad so he gets special treatment.
I don't think this guy has a good ear, pitch was all over the place.
Why they start playing the piano when they start talking lmao I believe he’s been through some things but it’s a little too showy and I can’t stand when people try to move their hands with their voice and clearly things must sounds a little different when your present vs listening through tv
His singing style reminded me of Prince.
What the heck was that not good 🤦♂️
I guess I didn’t hear what they did. Maybe I should audition. See y’all next season
wait , what ,is he really going through ,,,,, 🙄
I really loved this!!!
So much soul, so much heart. He sweats talent 🔥🔥🔥
Maybe they think with some coaching he can get better but that audition was hard to watch.
God bless son New beginnings
He has a wonderfull energy
Bunch of fuckin haters on the internet man i swear. Dude was pouring his heart out up there. Yeah he needs some couching and control in his voice. U know how many fuckin ppl cant sing for shit in the music industry without using auto tunes.
What if American Idol was based solely on contestants voices with no story; I wonder if they would be judged differently.
What songs is this lmao.
Listen to his voice with headphones in. It sounds so much better. I guess I’m the only one who liked it.
That’s Real!
This guy is singing with everything that he is to reach someone. This is what makes music great and you can feel it in the song after. Truly amazing.
This guys sucks wtf.
What is going on with this show ???Now this guy but not ACE this season is a joke !!!!!
Yo are the judges serious
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He was so close to actually sounding good. So close
Not too thrilled
The story is solid but the voice needs work on. I think once a while, the story gets the judges and not really the voice or skill...
Wish they would of let him sing another song .......
You guys are wrong!!! This man voice is great and I bet it projected off well in person. At first I felt it was over the place listening my first time to it but when you really open your damn ears and hear the emotion this man poured in this. It’s amazing. That’s why the judges thanked him for opening up to them in that way. His runs are on another level and the control he has like this man can win American Idol and I bet he’ll be a top contestant.
This is a minstry!!!!!! NOt a competition! ANd Praise the Lord!!!! God bless these judges!!!!!
I like him I really do but the voice cracks was not it. 😔
What people don't seem to understand is that he was emotional during this audition. That's why his voice was all over the place. I honestly think that he will surprise everybody in his next performance. Just wait and see.
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bless his heart this is almost one of those worst of singers on ai ones. he sings in church i bet and tries to sing karaoke . not up to par tbh he won't make it past hollywood week!
I empathize with his story, but it should be about the voice. He needed training.
That’s literally what this show is for.
Control
Yes, praise Jesus!! You are so talented and gonna be going places young man. The future is yours..xo
You can tell he has the voice he just needs some coaching
I love the natural feelings he gets when he sings!! He means what he sings!! For sure!! WOW!!!
He sounds like CJ from gta
Yes, Mississippi, "^STAND UP"!!!!, love your courage.....I'm so proud of you❤❤❤❤❤
He has got a voice but he will definitely need vocal training...
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The hell! na ah! he's voice was all over the place! um! what?
I wanted to give him a hug ♡ I really hope he goes far in America Idol because I really like him!
Came in dry and left out sweating 😂
bless his heart...
Dude so drunk
I'm sorry but a lot of people suffer in the world, and a lot of people can actually sing, but he's not Singing ...It's a No for me
Lionel always has such powerful words and such a huge heart. Protect Lionel Richie at all costs
It takes so much strength and vulnerability to open up and cry like that. You can feel the pain in his eyes and voice, I wish him nothing but. The best
He is all over the place. There is most certainly something there...but not good enough for AI. At least not right now. He will be gone in the first round.
Thought this was a singing show🙄
One of the worst I have ever heard. Absolute waste sending him through.
Exactly Luke! It makes me so happy when you hug them! Ugh it is so frustrating that you can’t.
the singing was awful sorry men