Grace Kinstler sings songs by Gladys Knight and Aretha Franklin on American Idol

Grace Kinstler reflects on losing her dad unexpectedly and shares how he motivates her to keep going when things get tough. In the American Idol audition room, Grace blows the judges away with her rendition of “Natural Woman” by Arthea Franklin. Luke Bryan even tells Grace her audition is right up there with the Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson auditions! Watch here to see Grace’s performance that gave Katy Perry chills!

Nia Renee performs Aretha Franklin's "Chain Of Fools" on American Idol

Nia Renee doesn’t let the Katy-tipping distract her from delivering one of the best American Idol auditions the judges have yet to see this season. As Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie would say...BARBECUE SAUCE! If you don't know what that means, you should definitely watch this video.