Wearing a simple denim jacket and a heart full of gratitude, John’s rich, heartfelt vocals filled the stage, echoing every emotion tied to small-town life: love, longing, and roots that never leave you.
The performance had the judges visibly moved. Luke Bryan nodded along, and Carrie Underwood wiped away a tear.
Back in Addis, local watch parties erupted in cheers, many proudly waving signs: “Take Him Home… as Our Idol!”
“It wasn’t just a performance,” one viewer tweeted. “It was a homecoming on live TV.”
Whether he takes home the American Idol title or not, John Foster has already won the hearts of a nation—and of his hometown.
By choosing a song that speaks of belonging, and delivering it with raw authenticity, he reminded America why country music matters—and why John Foster is the real deal.
🎥 Relive the performance and feel the love for Addis, LA in every note.
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