Hell Together
David Archuleta has written a lot of great songs. This is his greatest composition.
More Than Ever
Always great to have new music from Kris.
I'm Gonna Love You
Carrie teams up with Cody Johnson for a heartfelt duet.
Be Our Guest
John is one of our favorite Idols. He's a modern-day Rat Packer and would have fit right in with Frank, Dean & Sammy. Here he is fronting the Beantown Swing Orchestra.
Leave A Light On (Talk Away The Dark)
Carrie Underwood
Carrie teams up with Papa Roach for a duet on their song "Leave A Light On." The duet was recorded in Nashville and continues the mission of the California band to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health awareness, alongside partner organization(s) the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), which will receive royalties generated from both artists from the song, in perpetuity. The release will also raise awareness for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the United States and Canada.
This Isn't Over
Abi Carter
Congratulations to Abi for winning season 22.
Good Book Bad
Will Moseley
Will Moseley is the runner-up of season 22.
All of Yours (To Give All of Mine)
Jack Blocker
Jack Blocker's first Idol single.
I Let Him Love Me
Laci Kaye Booth
We love Laci Kaye Booth's country career trajectory.
The Older You Get
Daniel Seavey
We've watched Daniel grow up, from the time he was on Idol in 2015.
Pieces
Chris Daughtry
Daughtry: Rocking America since 2006!
Superpower
Fantasia
Fantasia gives a stunning performance in The Color Purple and sings this song over the end credits.
I Don't Know
Catie Turner
From Catie's Comedy & Tragedy: Act 2
If Not For Me
Colin Stough
From Colin's EP, Promiseland
Ain't About You
HunterGirl
Season 20 runner-up HunterGirl releases a new single.
Monsters
Iam Tongi
Iam teams up with James Blunt for a very emotional performance.
Promiseland
Colin Stough
In Colin's own words, "This song describes me and my roots. It’s about where I’m from; and it’s a reminder to myself that no matter where I am or what I’m doing, nothing or no one will change me."
Artificial
Chris Daughtry
Daughtry, newly signed to the Big Machine Label Group, is back in a big way with "Artificial."
Afraid To Love
David Archuleta
Another magnificent single and video from David, always showing incredible growth as an artist and a human being.
I'm Yours
David Archuleta
David continues to knock it out of the park with every new single. His latest is "I'm Yours."
That Part
Lauren Spencer-Smith
Lauren has turned out to be a world-wide hitmaker.
I Tried
Daniel Seavey
Daniel's developed into a major songwriter and artist since his Idol days.
Hometown
Catie Turner
From Catie's forthcoming EP "Comedy & Tragedy: Act 1."
IDON'TUNDERSTAND
David Archuleta
David is the featured artist on this song by CG5 (real name: Charlie Green).
Before I Loved You
Phillip Phillips
An advance taste of Phillip's new album, Drift Away, coming June 9.
Je T'aime
Nutsa
A performance from before Nutsa competed on American Idol.
To Sir With Love
Wé Ani
From before her time on Idol, Wé Ani sings a cover of Lulu's "To Sir With Love."
Two Step
Fritz Hager
Fritz continues to prove his pop credentials with this upbeat song.
Second Hand Heart
Kelly Clarkson
Maybe you missed this one -- Kelly is featured on "Second Hand Heart" by U.K.-born X Factor winner Ben Haenow.
Hyperfixations
Catie Turner
Season 16 star returned as a mentor for Season 21's Hollywood Week, coaching the new kids on songwriting -- and she's turned into a great pop composer!
Passenger Princess
Francisco Martin
Love Francisco's music -- he deserves to be a star.
Dancing With Your Shadows
Phillip Phillips
Season 11 winner Phillip Phillips has a brand-new single, with an album to follow.
Holding Out For A Hero
Adam Lambert
Adam Lambert covers the Bonnie Tyler hit for his new album.
Ordinary World
Adam Lambert
Adam covers the Duran Duran hit.
Maya
Louis Knight
"Maya" is a perfect example of why Louis is one of the most talented Idols from the series' 20-year history (and counting).
Cold Toes
Olivia Rox
From her 2022 holiday album "An Olivia Rox Christmas," Olivia sings her own composition, "Cold Toes."
POP!
Adanna Duru
Happy to report that Adanna has new music out -- we really love "POP!"
Sugar & Spice
Mikalah Gordon
Mikalah's wonderful Christmas song!
Can We Pretend That We're Good?
Daniel Seavey
After a successful post-Idol run as a member of the group Why Don't We, Daniel has released a solo recording. Daniel was 15 when season 14 began and now he is 23.
Nothin' Right
Scotty McCreery
Scotty McCreery has scored five No. 1s on the Billboard country charts. He's going for his sixth chart-topper with "Nothin' Right."
Faith In Me
David Archuleta
A brand new David song for Fall 2022. Some scenes filmed in my friends' back yard (featuring their dog and swimming pool).
If I Had Wings
Scott MacIntyre
Scott wrote this song for the 2013 film "If I Had Wings," starring Richard Harmon and Craig Bierko.
With This Ring
Scott MacIntyre
Featuring Skylar Laine, "With This Ring" is set to video from Scott and Christina's wedding. See if you can spot me in the crowd.
Tell Me Twice
Chayce Beckham
Chayce Beckham's new single, "Tell Me Twice."
Narcissist
Lauren Spencer-Smith
Lauren has become a global hitmaker and this is her new single.
Step Mom
Catie Turner
Catie Turner is a great songwriter, and here's the proof: her new single, "Step Mom."
The Way You Look Tonight
John Stevens
Despite his young age when he competed on Idol, John Stevens was a fan of Frank Sinatra and other Rat Pack era singers and gave new life to many standards from the Great American Songbook.
Faraway Lover
Rayvon Owen
Season 14's Rayvon Owen has a brand-new single.
She Don't Know
Carrie Underwood
The lyric video to a song from Carrie's forthcoming album.
Flowers
Lauren Spencer-Smith
Lauren Spencer-Smith had a global hit with "Fingers Crossed" and now she is doing well with the follow-up, "Flowers."
Love Like That
Phillip Phillips
It's been a long wait for new music from Phillip. Great to see him on season 20 of Idol performing this new song.
To All The Boys I've Loved Before
Jax
Jax name checks Carrie Underwood in this song, which led to her meeting Carrie and recording a TikTok video together.
Denim & Rhinestones
Carrie Underwood
This is the title track of Carrie's next album, due out on June 10, 2022.
Been This Way B4
Olivia Rox
Olivia Rox hits it out of the park with the teen-dreamy "Been This Way B4." Love the video, directed by Olivia's mother, Tamara Van Cleef.
Fingers Crossed
Lauren Spencer-Smith
Lauren Spencer-Smith has a global hit with "Fingers Crossed," which has gone top 10 in Europe.
Can't Do Without Me
Chayce Beckham
Season 19 winner Chayce Beckham teams up with Lindsay Ell for a great duet.
Ghost Story
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood has a new single -- here is the video for her latest "revenge" song, "Ghost Story."
Damn Strait
Scotty McCreery
In an interview, Scotty said, "It's such a cool song. It's so cleverly written. And obviously I'm a massive George Strait fan. It just sounded so much like me."
Shuffle
Laci Kaye Booth
Laci Kaye Booth pays tribute to some of country's greatest songs in a music video that will touch the heart of any record collector.
(Everybody’s Waitin’ For) The Man With The Bag
Adam Lambert
Darren Criss has a new Christmas album and Adam Lambert is featured on an update of this holiday classic.
Funny Thing About Love
Brooke White
The title song from the film "Funny Thing About Love," starring Brooke.
Fight
Lee DeWyze
"Fight" was the second single from Lee's 2013 album "Frames."
Come Back To Me
David Cook
This was the second single from David's debut album, titled "David Cook."
Change
Kimberley Locke
"Change" was the first single from Kimberley's 2007 album, "Based On A True Story."
Five More Minutes
Scotty McCreery
This song by Scotty was the basis for a 2021 Hallmark TV movie with the same title.
Sweet Serendipity
Lee DeWyze
"Sweet Serendipity" was the first single from Lee's post-American Idol debut album "Live It Up." The female actor in the video is Jonna Walsh. Lee and Jonna were married on July 21, 2012.
Stretchy Pants
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood celebrates holiday eating with "Stretchy Pants."
Beast
David Archuleta
The brand-new single by David.
Christmas Isn't Cancelled (Just You)
Kelly Clarkson
Here's a preview of Kelly's great new Christmas song, with a lyric video.
Footprints On The Moon
Gabby Barrett
Gabby's husband, Cade Foehner, guest stars in her new video.
Tattoo
Jordin Sparks
"Tattoo" was Jordin Sparks' first top 10 single, peaking at #8 on The Billboard Hot 100 in 2007.
Getting Over Him
Lauren Alaina
After earning four #1s on Billboard's Country Airplay chart, John Pardi teamed up with Lauren Alaina for a duet on "Getting Over Him."
If I Didn't Love You
Carrie Underwood
Carrie teams up with Jason Aldean for a country smash.
This Side Of The Dirt
Dillon James
Dillon performs live at the Grindhouse in Nashville.
Gold Rush
Jonny West
Season 18 was filled with talented male singers, including Jonny.
Let You Go
Francisco Martin
Francisco and I share something -- we have the same birthday. I'm slightly older.
Just Kiss Me
Louis Knight
Louis was one of the stand-outs from season 18.
Only Us
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood teams with Dan + Shay on "Only Us" from the soundtrack to the movie adaptation of Broadway's "Dear Evan Hansen."
Good Girl
Carrie Underwood
"Good Girl" was the first single from Carrie's 2012 album "Blown Away" and her 12th #1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.
Roll The Dice
Haley Reinhart
The brand-new single from one of our Idol favorites, Haley Reinhart.
La Vie En Rose
Daniel Seavey
Daniel competed on Idol when he was 15 years old. In 2016 he joined the boy band Why Don't We and has had great chart success ever since, including two top 10 albums on The Billboard 200.
Crush
David Archuleta
"Crush" was a huge hit for David, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Light On
David Cook
This was David's second single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 17 in 2008.
Here I Am (Singing My Way Home)
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson and Carole King wrote this song for "Respect," the Aretha Franklin biopic starring Jennifer.
Beautiful Life
Nick Fradiani
This was Nick's coronation song when he won season 14.
Next Boyfriend
Lauren Alaina
This was Lauren's fifth single to appear on the Billboard country charts.
A Change Is Gonna Come
Syesha Mercado
I was interviewing Syesha during season 7 and she said she didn't know what song to pick next. I suggested two -- Sam Cooke's "A Change Is Gonna Come" and Brenda Holloway's "Every Little Bit Hurts." She went with the former and I think it was her greatest performance of the season.
My Girl
Casey Abrams
Casey Abrams covers the Temptations' greatest song.
Let's Don't Call It A Night
Casey James
Casey James' first post-Idol album was self-titled and peaked at No. 2 on Billboard's country chart. The initial single, "Let's Don't Call It A Night," went to No. 21 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.
A Different World
Bucky Covington
This was Bucky's first single to debut on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart; it peaked at No. 6 in 2007. It was from his self-titled first post-Idol album, which went to No. 1 on Billboard's country albums chart.
There's A Girl
Trent Harmon
Season 15 winner Trent Harmon co-wrote his single "There's A Girl" as a sad song, based on personal experiences, but changed it to an uptempo tune before recording it.
Same Truck
Scotty McCreery
Scotty McCreery's new single from his forthcoming album. We sense another country smash hit.
Calico
Brooke White
The title song of Brooke White's album "Calico."
Hide And Seek
Catie Turner
Catie Turner impressed the judges and Idol fans with her original songs during season 16 and she continues to write and record her own great material.
Love Me Now
Wade Cota
Wade Cota covers John Legend's "Love Me Now."
Agradecido
Danny Gokey
This is from Danny Gokey's new album, "Jesus People," released Aug. 20, 2021.
White Horse
Janelle Arthur
Season 12's Janelle Arthur released her single "White Horse" in 2020. Look for her new single with Dolly Parton, coming here soon.
Love And Hate In A Different Time
Jacob Lusk
Jacob Lusk and his group Gabriels sing their new song "Love And Hate In A Different Time" on "Later With Jools Holland" on the BBC.
Baby It's You
Haley Reinhart
"Baby It's You" has been recorded by the Shirelles, the Beatles and Smith. Hayley's version deserves your attention too -- it's that great.
Never Close Our Eyes
Adam Lambert
Adam has had one of the most successful careers of any Idol, including his solo work and performances with Queen.
I Still Love You
Jennifer Hudson
This 2015 single was from Jennifer's 2014 album, JHUD.
How Come You Don't Call Me Anymore
LaPorsha Renae
La'Porsha was the runner-up on season 15 and was surprised on her finale with the news that she was being signed to Motown. I was told in advance and so the story was posted on billboard.com literally seconds after Ryan Seacrest informed her.
Movin'
David Archuleta
The brand-new single from David Archueta. He is truly "Movin'.
Safe Harbor
Kris Allen
The brand-new single from Kris Allen, "Safe Harbor," has an animated video.
Free
Haley Reinhart
When Idol finalists from seasons 11-19 are asked to name their favorite Idol, Haley is one of the most-mentioned.
Farmers Daughter
Crystal Bowersox
A lot of people thought Crystal Bowersox was going to win season 9. She finished the season as the runner-up.
It Girl
Olivia Rox
Olivia Rox is one of those contestants who went home too soon. Her talent cannot be denied!
Angel Eyes
Casey Abrams
When one Casey Abrams isn't enough, why not go for four?!
Tears Of Gold
Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood duets with Spain's David Bisbal on this bilingual hit. They are fantastic together.
Believe
Diana DeGarmo & Ace Young
Duet by Ace & Diana from the musical Samson And Delilah.
Be That For You
David Archuleta
"Be That For You" is a new single by David Archuleta and one of his best.
Coulda Been
Kimberley Locke
One of Billboard's 15 "overlooked" Idol singles, "Coulda Been" shoulda been a hit.
Millennial Love
Alejandro Aranda
Recording as Scarypoolparty, Alejandro Aranda was the runner-up of season 17.
20,000 Kisses
Hunter Metts
Before he was eliminated from the competition, Hunter Metts was one of the season 19 finalists who was given the opportunity to record his own single -- and here it is.
Feel It Still
Joey Cook
Joey Cook puts an early '60s girl group spin on Portugal. The Man's "Feel It Still," with Adanna Duru (also from season 14) and Nina Ann, all with Post Modern Jukebox.
Love Someone
Grace Kinstler
Grace Kinstler placed third in season 19. "Love Someone" is her debut single.
Simple
Angie Miller
Angie Miller was a fan favorite during season 12 and three years after her Idol run, she made a great single with "Simple."
You'll Be King
Pia Toscano
If you believe that Pia Toscano went home too early on season 10, I couldn't agree with you more!
Boomerang
David Hernandez
I first was aware of the depth of David's talent when he sang "Papa Was A Rollin' Stone" on Idol. He has released a number of great singles in recent years, including "Boomerang."
When I Fall In Love
Kevin Covais
I remember telling Kevin on the night he sang "When I Fall In Love" how much I enjoyed his performance. And I did! In addition to his music career, Kevin has also done as well as an actor.
Call On Me
Paul McDonald
An original. An artist. That's season 10 finalist Paul McDonald.
I Love The Lie
Kree Harrison
Texas-born Kree Harrison has been a resident of Nashville since she was named the runner-up of season 12.
Ground I Grew Up On
Laine Hardy
After his elimination from the top 50 on season 16, Laine Hardy was named the winner of season 17.
Ladies In The '90s
Lauren Alaina
Lauren Alaina was the runner-up on season 10 and quickly joined the long list of Idols with successful singing careers on the Billboard charts.
Over It
Katharine McPhee
After taking the runner-up spot on season 5, Katharine McPhee is having a successful career as a singer and an actor, with credits that include the TV series Smash and Scorpion, and the Broadway musical Waitress.
The Good Ones
Gabby Barrett
Gabby Barrett placed third on season 16 but is that year's breakout star. Her first two singles, "I Hope" and "The Good Ones," both topped Billboard's country chart and she has been winning awards left and right.
23
Chayce Beckham
Chayce Beckham, the winner of season 19, went to #1 on Billboard's country chart with his self-penned "23."
Overcomer
Mandisa
Mandisa has a string of successful singles and albums on Billboard's Christian charts, including "Overcomer," which went to #1 in 2013.
Never Be Alone
Willie Spence
Willie Spence is the runner-up of season 19 an is a clear fan favorite. "Never Be Alone" was his first post-Idol single.
Miracles
Colton Dixon
Since his run on Idol, Colton Dixon has been a force in Christian music. "Miracles" is a 2020 single that reached the top 10 on two of Billboard's Christian charts.
Defying Gravity
Vonzell Solomon
Affectionately known as "Baby V," Vonzell Solomon was a postal carrier in Florida when she competed on Idol, finishing third in season 4. Someone cast her as Elphaba in a production of Wicked!
It's Not Over
Daughtry
It was a shock when Chris Daughtry was sent home in fourth place on season 5. The producers thought he was going to win. Still, Chris is one of the most successful Idols in the series' history, rocking the Billboard charts with his band, Daughtry. Chris co-wrote "It's Not Over" with three other people, including fellow season 5 finalist Ace Young.
Break Me
Candice Glover
With memorable performances of songs like "I (Who Have Nothing)" and "Love Song," Candice Glover won season 12. "Break Me" is her single from 2018.
You Take Yourself With You
Bo Bice
Bo Bice and Carrie Underwood finished 2nd and 1st in season 4 and Bo remains one of our favorite idols to this day.
When I See U
Fantasia Barrino
"When I See U" is Fantasia's biggest hit on the Billboard R&B charts, with a long stay at #1.
Fighting Gravity
Caleb Johnson
Caleb Johnson rocked season 13 -- literally. "Fighting Gravity" is his great single from 2015.
Forever
LaToya London
Season 3 was one of Idol's best years and one of the reasons is LaToya London. This is her 2020 single, "Forever."
Losing My Mind
Justin Guarini
Guarini sings Sondheim! Justin has a lot of stage credits to his name now, including Wicked, Women On The Verge Of A Nervous Breakdown and a concert production of Paint Your Wagon. Here is his take on "Losing My Mind" from Follies.
Parachute
James Durbin
James Durbin is a great singer and a great human being.
Excuses
Jasmine Trias
One of season 3's stand-out stars, Jasmine Trias is still a favorite.
Solitaire
Clay Aiken
When Clay Aiken sang Neil Sedaka's "Solitaire" on American Idol, Neil Sedaka said the song would be Clay's forevermore.
Home
Phillip Phillips
"Home" is hands down the best coronation song in Idol history.
When A Man Loves A Woman
Joshua Ledet
Billboard ranked Joshua Ledet's performance of "When A Man Loves A Woman" in the top 10 of all Idol performances. He gave another incredible performance of the song at the White House.
Tonight
Jessica Sanchez
Jessica Sanchez teams up with Ne-Yo on "Tonight." Does it sound like a hit? Yes!
Bedrock
Clark Beckham
It's been suggested that Clark Beckham is one of the best vocalists to ever compete on American Idol. Agreed!
Spotlight
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson kicked off her recording career with a Billboard smash, "Spotlight."
Ever Ever After
Carrie Underwood
You might have missed this one -- Carrie Underwood is on the soundtrack of Disney's "Enchanted" with "Ever Ever After."
Trouble
Didi Benami
If you haven't heard Didi Benami's album "Reverie," you have really missed something great. "Trouble" is the first track on the album.
Makin' Me Fall In Love Again
Kellie Pickler
Kellie Pickler is a success not just on the charts but on television as the host of her own series.
Sorry 2004
Ruben Studdard
Everybody fell in love with the Velvet Teddy Bear back in 2003 and we still love Ruben Studdard.
Why You Gotta Be Like That
Scotty McCreery
Scotty McCreery is one of Idol's biggest success stories on Billboard's country chart.
One Step At A Time
Jordin Sparks
"One Step At A Time" is just one of Jordin Sparks' hit singes to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 but it's one of her best.
Six Strings And Diamond Rings
Taylor Hicks
Taylor Hicks won season 5 of Idol. This single, "Six Strings And Diamond Rings," was released in 2017.
Frames
Lee DeWyze
Season 9 winner Lee DeWyze sings "Frames," the title track from his 2013 album.
Superpower
Adam Lambert
Adam Lambert is one of Idol's biggest success stories. "Superpower" is from his album "Velvet."
The Vision Of Love
Kris Allen
The winner of Season 8, Kris Allen has recorded many pop masterpieces.
Toxic
Melinda Doolittle
To hear Melinda Doolittle is to love her. With Post Modern Jukebox, this is her take on Britney Spears' "Toxic."
Wait For You
Elliott Yamin
In 2007, Elliott Yamin's "Wait For You" peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Piece By Piece
Kelly Clarkson
One of the most emotional performances in Idol history, for Kelly as well as for the studio audience and everyone watching at home.
Criminals
David Cook
David Cook is one of the most popular Idol winners in the series' history.
Desperate Boys & Stupid Girls
Kimberly Caldwell
Billboard named this song one of the 15 best Idol songs you never heard.
Heartbreak On Vinyl
Blake Lewis
One of the biggest mistakes in Idol history is that Blake Lewis' label didn't produce an official video for his Billboard #1 dance hit "Heartbreak On Vinyl." This fan-created video will have to do.
Going Going Gone
Maddie Poppe
Maddie Poppe's coronation song "Going Going Gone" should have been a big hit.
Nothin' Like The Summer
Carmen Rasmusen
If you haven't heard Carmen Rasmusen's debut album "Nothin' Like The Summer," go find it now and add it to your music library.
Radio Radio
Brooke White
Brooke White won us over with her first album, "High Hopes & Heartache," and has continued to release great music ever since.
Break The Silence
Jon Peter Lewis
If you haven't heard the albums Jon Peter Lewis has released since his Idol run, you are missing out on some great music.
Do It Again
Rayvon Owen
Rayvon Owen impressed us during his Idol run and is still impressing us with his post-Idol music, including "Do It Again."
8th World Wonder
Kimberley Locke
One of the best pop recordings by any Idol, and I feel somewhat responsible. I made the call to Curb Records to see if they would be interested in signing Kimberley to a recording deal -- and SVP of A&R Bryan Stewart said they were. Bryan then found "8th World Wonder" and the single debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 Singles Sales chart.
California Dream
Jessica Meuse
I love Jessica Meuse's voice and her songwriting. Here's just one outstanding example, "California Dream," from her album Halfhearted.
OK, All Right
David Archuleta
David Archuleta has grown up before our eyes, and his singing and songwriting have only improved with each passing year. This is one of his best pop songs, the very personal "OK, All Right."
Anything You Can Do
Diana DeGarmo
Diana DeGarmo, whose stage musical credits include Hair, Hairspray, West Side Story and Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, sings one of my favorite Broadway songs, "Anything You Can Do" (Annie Get Your Gun) with Marc Christopher.