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Amber Holcomb Gets Standing Ovation for Whitney Houston Cover on American Idol

9:47 pm, March 5th, 2013

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Amber Holcomb got a standing ovation from all four judges on the first live “American Idol” episode of the season.

The 18-year-old was among the 10 female finalists to perform, and absolutely nailed Whitney Houston’s “I Believe In You and Me.”

“Good lord. Amber, what a perfect song for you,” Keith Urban told her. “You had no shortage of confidence and rightly so.”

Nicki Minaj said Holcomb’s rendition was more than a $10 million performance, and added, “Your vocals are surpassing even this competition. Nothing that came before you is even on that level.”

Noted Randy Jackson, “Amber is definitely in it to win it right now… You take on one of the greatest ever and you work it out.”

And Mariah Carey said she “loved” Holcolmb’s take on the classic song, adding, “You’re 18 years old and you can sing your behind off.”

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  • Judia

    Wow! The closest to Whitney that I have experienced!

  • Tonya

    I agree wonderful vocals!

  • DL

    Wow Mariah looks amazing. She has a million dollar smile.

  • Jimmy Mackey

    I have not heard more glowing reviews regarding a song like Amber Holcomb received from the judges. She definitely has a future in music and I’m excited to see how far she
    goes. I love watching Idol, but there are many conflicts that make it nearly impossible for me to watch Idol live; working late at my DISH office is one of them. I like to get as many shows in as possible so I use my DISH Hopper DVR because I can skip commercials and save enough time to watch an extra show. That way I get more enjoyment out of my time I have to relax.

  • Chicago Man

    I miss Whitney; I had to stop to listen to Amber because I thought it was Whitney singing. Amber has my vote; and I would go to see her in concert.

  • Chicago Man

    Take notes Bobbi Kristina. Amber is representing your mother very well.

  • Chicago Man

    I miss Whitney! I miss Whitney! Thank you Amber for bringing back the memories. I closed my eyes and heard Whitney singing her song, “I Believe in You and Me.” I miss Whitney! I miss Whiteney! Amber, you SANG that SONG!

  • Chicago Man

    Mariah and Whitney were good friends; and she heard Whitney too. The expression on her face said it all!

  • Chicago Man

    The American Idol Final Four woman for me are one name headliners: (1) Amber, (2) Angie, (3) Candice, and (4) Kree. I do not know who the 5th woman who will join them; but, these four woman are awesome! They can go into the studio and release a CD right now. I will buy it; and I will go see them in concert. Amber has our votes.

  • Chicago Man

    What a thrill it would be if Mariah performed a duet with Amber on American Idol. Mariah can teach Amber and the other contestants so much about the music business. Mariah is a darling; she is an awesome professional.

    Additionally, I want to see Ms. Kim Burrell coaching and teaching Amber; Kim Burrell is able to challenge these raw, inexperienced artists to reach their potential. Kim Burrell has been “on point” with her critique of these a young, inexperienced rising stars on Sunday Best. Amber is a rising star.

  • Chicago Man

    A Moment Like This…. is the only song we remember from the American Idol (AI) contestant’s performances last night. Yes, a majority of the AI contestants are really good. However, the two contestants who are displaying unique, raw, pure musical talents are Amber and Burnell. Will they be the last two VOICES competing? Only Americans who are voting will decide their fate on AI. Whether they win or not on AI, Amber and Burnell’s VOICES are missing in the music industry and will take them far.

  • Chicago Man

    Mariah is a classy DIVA. Nicki has her fans. Amber, please do not wear any PINK lipstick. Own who you are, a beautiful, dark complexion, African American girl. PINK lipstick, NO!

  • Chicago Man

    Can Levine on American Idol sing? Is he really a good coach?

  • EFZ

    It’s a miracle and i love it

    look and her as she said

    “I believe in you and meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee”

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