Season 23 of “American Idol” has come to an end with a star-studded finale. After a couple of decades of musical competition and drama, fans have continued to watch artists who live out their faith on stage, including contestant Breanna Nix.
“There’s so much I want to say, but for now…thank you,” Nix posted on Facebook.
Brandon Lake Joined Breanna Nix for a Duet on the ‘American Idol’ Finale
Initially, 144 contestants on “American Idol” were invited to Hollywood to compete on the show. Only 24 contestants were selected from there, and more artists left each following week.
And then there were three—Jamal Roberts, John Foster, and Breanna Nix.
Before Roberts was announced as the winner, several guest stars joined other contestants for their last performances on the “American Idol” stage.
After being a part of the “American Idol” Easter Special, Jelly Roll joined Roberts for his take on “Liar” and “Unpretty.” As Roberts demonstrated his vocal range, Jelly Roll looked on the young artist with admiration.
Brandon Lake became a virtual mentor for finalist Breanna Nix earlier in the competition after she chose to sing his song, “Gratitude.” Lake congratulated Nix virtually after the performance.
Lake took to the stage alongside Nix for a duet of Lake’s song, “Daddy’s DNA.” The song’s lyrics include:
I went runnin’ like a rebel
Racked up debts I couldn’t pay
I went dancin’ with the devil
With one foot in the grave
How the heaven did I get here?
Went and threw it all away
All I’ve given you was trouble
All you’ve given me was grace
Nix took third place this season after she spoke of backlash and criticism for her outspoken faith.
“You know, the show has been a wonderful blessing to me, but the hate sometimes on the internet,” Nix told coach Fantasia in a previous week of the competition. “Being a Christian, there is a lot of opinions that come with it. You know, ‘That’s not what a Christian should wear,’ or, ‘That Christian shouldn’t sing a song like that.’”
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