Iam Tongi Wows Lionel Richie With His Hawaiian Twist On Stuck On You American Idol 2023

Iam Tongi has been one of the most impressive and consistent contestants on American Idol 2023. The 17-year-old from Hawaii has charmed the judges and viewers with his soulful voice, humble personality and creative song choices. On Sunday night, he delivered another stunning performance, this time with a Hawaiian inspired cover of Lionel Richie’s classic ballad “Stuck On You”. He sang with a ukulele and added some reggae vibes to the song, making it his own. He also earned a hug from Richie himself, who praised him for his originality and talent. “I love you because you are fearless. You take chances. You do things that are not expected. And you do it with such grace and style,” Richie said. Katy Perry and Luke Bryan were also impressed by Tongi’s rendition of the song. Perry called him a “star” and said he was “the Iam Tongi show”. Bryan said he was “a breath of fresh air” and “a joy to watch”. Tongi has been one of the fan favorites since his audition, where he sang “Can’t Help F