Madison Watkins sings Whitney Houston's “Run To You” from “The Bodyguard” - American Idol

It takes an especially talented person to cover a Whitney Houston song, which is why Madison Watkins is the perfect one to do it! Singing Whitney’s “Run To You” from “The Bodyguard,” Madison belts all the right notes, giving us ALL the feels with this one!

Madison Watkins puts her spin on Drake’s “Hotline Bling" - American Idol

Performing for the judges' save, Madison Watkins puts her own fun, unique and energetic spin on Drake’s “Hotline Bling" for Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and guest American Idol judge, Paula Abdul!

Madison Watkins performs “Gravity” by Sara Bareilles - American Idol 2021

Madison Watkins chose “Gravity” by Sara Bareilles for her Top 16 performance, which is a slower song than usual for her, but she still delivered a HUGE performance! Madison was able to tell an emotional story with her uniquely expressive voice, delivering an incredible performance with a song that is difficult for many to cover. Madison is becoming a BIG star on American Idol, right before our eyes, and we are here for it!

Madison Watkins sings Justin Bieber's “Holy” + “Don’t You Worry Bout A Thing” Duet with Tori Kelly - American Idol 2021

Madison Watkins brings the enthusiasm and vibrancy to her Top 24 solo, giving us her gorgeously dynamic rendition of Justin Bieber’s song “Holy.” Joining Madison for their duet of the iconic Stevie Wonder’s “Don’t You Worry Bout A Thing,” was none other than powerhouse, hair-twin...Tori Kelly! Tori and Madison completely complimented one another during their duet, all while looking like they had an absolute BLAST on stage. Watch here to join in on the fun!

Madison Watkins Showstopper Performance “Man’s World” by James Brown on American Idol

This world ain’t nothin’ without the women or the girls, and Madison Watkins proves that during her Showstopper performance, slaying “Man’s World” by James Brown for Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Madison lays it all out on the stage for her performance. Will it be enough to get her into American Idol’s Top 24?

Madison Watkins and Deshawn Goncalves Duet of Rihanna’s “Stay” - American Idol Hollywood Week

Did they just become best friends?! Madison Watkins and Deshawn Goncalves hadn’t met before they were assigned as duet partners, but once they met...they instantly clicked. Now, they know all about each other, and tell Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan that “they couldn’t have picked a better pair.” Watch here to see Madison and Deshawn’s connection play out through their duet performance of “Stay,” by Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko.

Madison Watkins performs her original song “Your Little Girl” on American Idol

Daddy’s girl, Madison Watkins, performs her original song “Your Little Girl” for her American Idol audition, leaving Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry thoroughly impressed! Lionel compliments the “temper” in Madison’s voice, while Luke Bryan goes on to call Madison “the whole package!” Will Madison continue to WOW the judges during Hollywood Week?