Fil-Am contestant Francisco Martin brings Katy Perry to tears in 'American Idol'
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Francisco Martin had Katy Perry bawling her eyes out in 'American Idol.'
Filipino-American singer Francisco Martin had American Idol judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie falling for his performance as he sang his rendition of James Arthur's “Falling Like the Stars.”
After his stage, the three judges gave their critique via teleconference with Katy, in particular, in tears as she shared her comments.
She said, “I'm sorry because I'm having a day. I don't fit into my stuff and then when you sang those lines about having four kids and getting down on each knee.
“I was like… sure it was hormones but it was believability, too. It was believability and I felt it.”
Country singer Luke Bryan described Francisco as a “diamond in the rough” and even mentioned that he'd feel the same way as Katy if he was a little hormonal.
“You know Francisco, you're like a diamond in the rough. You know how to get the emotion out of the song. If I was a little hormonal, I'd be crying right now,” he said.
Lastly, American singer Lionel Richie also praised the 19-year-old contestant adding that he was able to showcase his true talent and passion for singing while performing the song.
He even praised Francisco's mom, who is currently a frontliner helping combat the coronavirus in the US.
“First of all, I cannot just tell you how proud I am of your mom for being a first responder. A shout out to your mom for sure,” Lionel said.
“Let me talk about you for a minute, halfway through that song I just saw you fly out of that nervousness and give us exactly what you're all about which is a true talent. Good luck.”
Fortunately for Francisco, his performance earned him a spot at the Top 10 of the competition.
It was on Instagram where he shared the great news and even thanked his supporters for the love he has been receiving so far.
He wrote, “We did it! Top freakin' ten.
“The love and support from all of you are out of this world. Looking back on my first-ever audition in Oregon, it's crazy to see just how much we've achieved on this journey together.
“You've all made an impact on my life that I will never forget.”
Francisco Martin is currently vying for a spot at the Top 7 of the competition.
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