American Idol - Life Changing Moment - Elliott Yamin

This is Elliott's first performance for votes during the Top 12 guys. Not only did Elliott prompt Simon to declare him "potentially" the best male vocalist in 5 seasons after this performance, BUT this was America's first real sighting of him. Putting to rest the notion that a singer with no airtime during the auditions and Hollywood weeks couldn't advance. When you got it, YOU GOT IT! Take a listen:



I still find Season 5 to have had the most talented Top 12 to date. No other season - EVEN CLOSE.