It’s a “Mad World” for Adam Lambert. All other American Idol competitors just live in it.
The singer put on maybe his best audition last night. We know that’s saying a lot, but here’s all you need to know about Lambert’s rendition of “Mad World” by Tears for Fears: Simon Cowell gave him a standing ovation!
You really need to watch this performance RIGHT NOW.
In the interest of fairness, here’s a look at who else impressed the judges last night:
- Danny Gokey kicked off the night in style with an emotional version of “Stand By Me.”
- Matt Giraud, rocking a Justin Timberlake-like fedora, was told by Kara that his “Part-Time Lover” was “incredible on every level.”
- Allison Iraheta tackled Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me.” She turned the ballad into an emotional rock song and received praise from Paula: “You gave all of your heart in this song.”
Click on the photos below to relive every finalist’s performance. Then, write in and let us know who you think will finish second. Because, come on, Lambert has this thing won…