The “Idol” hopeful performed the Commodores song “Jesus Is Love” for the competition’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame week, singing in front of the group’s former vocalist, judge Lionel Richie.

The rendition prompted "Idol" judge Lionel Richie to leap from his seat, dance and approach Canaan to express his appreciation for his impressive voice. Fellow "American Idol" judge Luke Bryan ...

Hill's rendition of “I Need Your Glory” by Earnest Pugh was so moving that judge Lionel Richie couldn't sit still. The singer pushed his chair back, watched in awe, and then leaped up from his ...

“Great meeting you after all these years.” One noted: “Imagine being named after Lionel Richie.” Another added: “Messi’s family recognise greatness.” Richie had previously declared ...

For the final night of competition as part of Hollywood Week, judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan had to cut 22 of the remaining 42 American Idol hopefuls in order to arrive at ...