Emmy Russell: Emotional Performance of 'Like That' Is A Must Watch Moment - American Idol 2024

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  • Опубліковано 30 бер 2024
  • As Emmy Russell sings her original song "Like That" during Hollywood Week's Idol Arena, she leaves Katy Perry wanting her to soar even more with her vocals.
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  • @jrbland18
    @jrbland18 Місяць тому +22

    Honey Put YOUR MUSIC OUT THERE. PEOPLE WILL BUY IT❤❤❤

  • @gloryakiepper7918
    @gloryakiepper7918 Місяць тому +96

    This is a lovely young woman . I wish her the absolute best. It is hard to have a legend as a grandmother.

    • @rachelguyah1511
      @rachelguyah1511 Місяць тому +6

      So true. Everyone talks about the privilege, not the pressure and pain ❤

  • @renaissancemaneric8019
    @renaissancemaneric8019 Місяць тому +49

    It's not Big Shoes to Fill.
    It's Big Shadows to Come Out of.
    Everyone has their own light to shine.
    Hope this adventure helps.

  • @MrLee23
    @MrLee23 Місяць тому +57

    We can't choose our family.. but we can choose to be who we are. She's a star in the making...

  • @Hiddentravel
    @Hiddentravel Місяць тому +20

    Emmy has two famous relatives in her family . . . her grandmother Loretta Lynn and Crystal Gayle, her great aunt who is Loretta' younger sister.

    • @LoyalServant-sk2rh
      @LoyalServant-sk2rh Місяць тому +2

      Sweet girl, so many have dealt with eating disorders. I struggled with both bullemia and anorexia. It is a life long struggle. Thank you for bringing it to the forefront.
      My heart and prayers are with you. god bless you beautiful child. 🙏

    • @jenniferhutchens5817
      @jenniferhutchens5817 Місяць тому +2

      I'm distantly related to Loretta Lynn and Crystal Gayle. My family came from Eastern KY to far Eastern Oklahoma. Music is in the family tree all the way to distant relatives. They are distantly related to Chris Stapleton, Patty Loveless, Rebecca Lynn Howard... as am I. I can't sing but I can play a musical instrument. One of our distant relatives is in the old time fiddlers hall of fame. The list goes on.

  • @robertantonnyc
    @robertantonnyc Місяць тому +55

    doing an original, Like That, her tone is so interesting, enjoyed the lyrics, personal & thoughtful. Nice flips into head voice, and that little guttural ending.

  • @bestycintonz383
    @bestycintonz383 Місяць тому +14

    Dont be your gramma you are you....go for you thats what made LL, She did her and fans loved her, still do and she truly lover her fans

  • @mytexasdays1526
    @mytexasdays1526 Місяць тому +25

    She's young. There's a catharsis she is going through to step out on her own. I hope she gets the confidence she needs. She can be a star like her family members.

  • @marthalisk303
    @marthalisk303 Місяць тому +71

    Just be yourself Emmy. Cast your own shadow!

    • @mattlaeff724
      @mattlaeff724 Місяць тому

      Easy for you to say

    • @bestycintonz383
      @bestycintonz383 Місяць тому +1

      Like her mom did

    • @marthalisk303
      @marthalisk303 Місяць тому +2

      @@mattlaeff724 Just positive words of encouragement for the girl. Jeez, I bet ur a barrel of fun at a party, NOT!

    • @LEA-yr7bb
      @LEA-yr7bb Місяць тому +1

      Yes and gain confidence if she had more confidence she could be huge star. She's only putting herself down she will be her own downfall

  • @staceym1026
    @staceym1026 Місяць тому +8

    I have 2 favs this season & she is one of them! I just love who she is...she's just Emmy & that's all she needs to be!! Keep shining, Emmy...you've got this!!

  • @aundrawatson439
    @aundrawatson439 Місяць тому +2

    So great to see this beautiful young singer BE HERSELF!! She will not let the music industry dress her, do her hair and makeup, make her look like they ALL do..JUST ALIKE! I believe that Emmy deserves to win! She is so talented and singing songs that she wrote!! She is one of a kind and she is bringing back music the way it is suppossed to be. Everybody with thier own style! We will be voting for you here in South Carolina Emmy!! You are making your Memaw so proud💝 Keep on being yourself because that is the very best! Aundra And Ken Ps...We cant get over how much you look like your sweet Mama and your Aunt Peggy!!

  • @jarenciogeda3930
    @jarenciogeda3930 Місяць тому +3

    It was really a moment and a touchy one. I can hear her voice being used as background music in all sentimental photos in tiktok.

  • @SilverStrumer
    @SilverStrumer Місяць тому +154

    There are many ppl on Facebook saying she doesn’t have a ‘strong voice’ but neither did Chayce Beckham and IAm Tongi yet they won Idol. So I hope Emily continues to be herself!

    • @HeroShades
      @HeroShades Місяць тому +8

      Agreed! And we could say the same about Bob Dylan as well as he has no range but he's rightfully successful and well loved by many.

    • @BMPmama698
      @BMPmama698 Місяць тому +4

      The best idols have been the ones who grow through the season and win! Emmy has a great shot!

    • @tjstutler
      @tjstutler Місяць тому +4

      We have singers and we have story-tellers. She is a story-teller. Hits deeper!

    • @jennahotz8755
      @jennahotz8755 Місяць тому +16

      Iam Tongi did have a strong voice!!!

    • @fredbaldwin7897
      @fredbaldwin7897 Місяць тому +5

      Who cares what people on facebook are saying

  • @CollyGraham
    @CollyGraham Місяць тому +12

    When Emmy was a little baby as a country dj from Ireland I was privileged to be invited back stage and there was Loretta Lynn baby sitting her grandchild … now she is on American Idol, I met her Mum and Aunt earlier that day at the Country Radio DJs convention.

  • @HeroShades
    @HeroShades Місяць тому +8

    She is growing on me a lot here! Great tone and I love her song. She doesn't need to have a range to become successful or to make it far. Look at Bob Dylan. He has no range at all and he's widely popular with fans despite that. He proves that he probably could really far in a singing competition with or with no range if he were to compete in a singing competition. She has an emotional sound that resonates with people.

  • @Robin-wm3hv
    @Robin-wm3hv 10 днів тому

    She has a wonderful voice..God Bless Her..Away with the haters..

  • @lesliedoerhoefer6030
    @lesliedoerhoefer6030 Місяць тому +7

    Emmy, you are beautiful and you are your own person! I’m looking forward to hearing more from you !

  • @ibstayfly
    @ibstayfly Місяць тому +29

    She looks different from her audition but still love her. I love her voice

    • @Shmancyfancy536
      @Shmancyfancy536 Місяць тому +3

      Stop caring what people look like and just live

    • @ibstayfly
      @ibstayfly Місяць тому +4

      @@Shmancyfancy536 Ummm I wasn't putting her down I was just saying she looks different from her audition maybe it's the makeup. And clearly I am living. It's not that deep

    • @Livyann2
      @Livyann2 Місяць тому

      Yeah she didn't wear makeup she made a video on why on instagram

    • @Shmancyfancy536
      @Shmancyfancy536 Місяць тому

      @@ibstayfly Stop caring if someone looks different and just live

    • @Veraconah
      @Veraconah Місяць тому +3

      She looks like she matured in 1 week. She got real about something and it shows

  • @kellark
    @kellark Місяць тому +8

    Her MeeMaw is looking down and smiling.
    She writes and sings with emotion which draws people in. I wonder where she got that from??
    I hope she does well on AI and in life.

  • @RavenCreekCharms
    @RavenCreekCharms Місяць тому +20

    Beautiful !! God Bless you Emmy !! Bravo !! 🙏💜

  • @HeartChannelInsights
    @HeartChannelInsights Місяць тому +8

    Beautiful song and voice! She's being so brave literally singing her heart out. And the auburn hair looks stunning on her, btw.

  • @ilahmaecunanan2629
    @ilahmaecunanan2629 Місяць тому +12

    Now that’s a very emotional performance for Emmy. 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @FrigidFrosty
    @FrigidFrosty Місяць тому +5

    Emmy, your grandma was Legendary, you do not have to fill her shoes, I'm sure with her looking down on you with a huge smile and a kiss on your forehead all she would want you to do is wear your own shoes and become Legendary in your own right. Like you say everyone else sees her as a legend, but to you she's just my grandma. keep it as simple as that. Bless you and your journey. oh, and like she said, if that can't hear you, you're going to feel a pop on the back of your head. I'm sure of it.

  • @edrivera4574
    @edrivera4574 17 днів тому +1

    Emmy Russell sings beautiful ❤🥰

  • @carolbenson6524
    @carolbenson6524 Місяць тому +2

    Not ready yet for this season.

  • @nerminsnowhuseinbasic9340
    @nerminsnowhuseinbasic9340 11 днів тому

    She is so sweet , beautiful and amazing voice.

  • @futuredirected
    @futuredirected Місяць тому +10

    Very moving and touching and honest. ❤

  • @kimberlygonzales6846
    @kimberlygonzales6846 Місяць тому +3

    So many great artists on this season.. it’s gonna be hard 🎊

  • @Beez27
    @Beez27 Місяць тому +1

    Emmy Rose, your voice is unmistakably and beautifully unique. You are truly amazing!!!

  • @iris089
    @iris089 Місяць тому +3

    Girl you better be in the Top 10 👏

  • @SeldimSeen1
    @SeldimSeen1 27 днів тому

    Her story is important. She an inspiration to so many. She is a wonderful natural song writer.

  • @christycarpio647
    @christycarpio647 Місяць тому +2

    Emmy! What a beautiful soul you are! I love your voice.
    Hey- you are at American Idol on your own terms girl! Have fun and be true to yourself. Its your turn yo shine! 💖
    Big hugs to you!🤗

    • @annclinkscales8222
      @annclinkscales8222 Місяць тому +1

      Agreed!! You are beautiful inside and out! Be yourself! Just be YOU!
      I love listening to you sing and play on guitar!! ❤❤❤❤❤
      ❤❤❤❤😊❤❤❤❤
      Be yourself!!

  • @gregoryhughes8104
    @gregoryhughes8104 Місяць тому

    Emmy be proud cause your grandmother is. Your voice is a gift from her and grandfather. Didn't hide it, didn't be anything but proud. As a father the things that makes me most proud is when my children thank me. ❤❤❤. I love your voice.

  • @mytexasdays1526
    @mytexasdays1526 Місяць тому +20

    C'mon Emmy, I'm rooting for you to win.

  • @Worldgonecrazy1968
    @Worldgonecrazy1968 16 днів тому

    I grew up, listening to Loretta Lynn‘s music. All I want to say is be yourself. You seem like an amazing bright young woman. Don’t let anybody tell you any different. You’re beautiful and you have an amazing voice.

  • @nancyweakley2070
    @nancyweakley2070 8 днів тому

    You are you and don’t ever hold back even in your singing. I wish you would work on using your higher voice at times. You’ve got a beautiful voice let it out don’t worry about who’s granddaughter you are. Sweetie you are you that’s what we all want to see and hear is YOU!! 🥰 🐾

  • @mjsjoquist716
    @mjsjoquist716 Місяць тому

    She is SO unbelievable talented! We see YOU, Emmy Russel! And you have the voice and the talent!

  • @gladiola8126
    @gladiola8126 Місяць тому +2

    She is precious

  • @guyluvsbeauty
    @guyluvsbeauty Місяць тому +4

    That was pleasant, but wish it was longer. It’s nice to see contestants that can do actual songwriting.

    • @iris089
      @iris089 Місяць тому +1

      Her songs are uploaded in her UA-cam channel.

  • @VTSteve
    @VTSteve 25 днів тому

    Emmy Russell is flat out GORGEOUS !!!

  • @Selenas_Elegant_Dolls
    @Selenas_Elegant_Dolls Місяць тому +2

    She's beautiful she is talented I think because she is a veterans granddaughter we expect her to have similar vocals

  • @jrbland18
    @jrbland18 Місяць тому +1

    WE LOVE YOU EMMY ❤❤❤❤ DOLLY PARTON CAN HELP YOU GET THE CONNECTION YOU NEED TO GET YOUR MUSIC ON THE RADIO ❤❤❤WE WILL BUY IT. YOU ARE SO TALENTED ❤

  • @MrFloydSaunders
    @MrFloydSaunders Місяць тому +3

    Wonderful songwriting talent and I agree with Katy, let’s she more of her range. And she is naturally beautiful, doesn’t need a lick of makeup.

  • @gamergirlmars
    @gamergirlmars Місяць тому +3

    I actually liked this she does have a raw and great voice. Awesome acoustic artist. None of that ai sounding pop nonsense you hear so much off.

  • @geoffreyjohnson8899
    @geoffreyjohnson8899 Місяць тому +1

    Either did her Grandma - but no doubt one of the all time greats. She has an amazing tone to her voice

  • @jillianbalcazar5491
    @jillianbalcazar5491 Місяць тому +1

    When Emmy Russell sing Her own original song ''Lika That'' During Her performance of Hollywood week of American Idol Last night Wow I thought She did such A great & Amazing Job, She sound like She was sing from The heart, It was Beautiful & Very Entertainment!!!

  • @bcourtney4024
    @bcourtney4024 Місяць тому

    Beautiful family. Beautiful Humans.

  • @patricialavallee8286
    @patricialavallee8286 5 днів тому

    Jewel vibes. Definitely. Shes talented, different than lorettas style, but never the less , talented in her own way and style. All the best to her going forward! Loretta would be proud and cheering her on, for sure!

  • @Cyannah117
    @Cyannah117 Місяць тому

    Emmy may never be her Grandmama, but she is herself, has a beautiful voice and is forging her own way. ❤

  • @hollywoodrockstars
    @hollywoodrockstars 4 дні тому +1

    #EmmyRoseRussell #Music #Loyal #Fan #HollywoodRockStars #Entertainment

  • @tatestoytractors5190
    @tatestoytractors5190 22 дні тому

    Emmy,
    Don’t care about what others say about you! You are not your grandmother, yes she was amazing but she also had her own style. You have your own style too. You’re not Loretta Lynn your Emmy Russel! ❤❤❤

  • @zijadbajramovic7228
    @zijadbajramovic7228 Місяць тому

    Excellent story and performance. Well done-Emmy Russell.

  • @stefanithomas523
    @stefanithomas523 Місяць тому +2

    beautiful voice emmy❤❤❤

  • @Mark-ib5bq
    @Mark-ib5bq 28 днів тому

    If she can not overcome her stage nervousness, then she can certainly control things easier with a channel on Facebook, Instagram, etc., and release her music via social media .This way, she need not worry about being live unless on an interview, and that can be edited. Then she can perfect her favorite performance as she can do it over and over, just an alternative for her.

  • @vickyrussell1672
    @vickyrussell1672 Місяць тому

    TEAM EMMY RUSSELL YOU GOT THIS EMMY RUSSELL

  • @johnnykizer4644
    @johnnykizer4644 Місяць тому +3

    I think she's a pretty good songwriter and not half bad singer either

  • @arimiller8303
    @arimiller8303 Місяць тому

    I am so proud of Emmy ♥

  • @ronnee8656
    @ronnee8656 Місяць тому +1

    I am a Big fan of Loretta. Rooting for you Emily. You don't have to fill her shoes just wear the ones that fits you😊

  • @motomoto986
    @motomoto986 Місяць тому

    She is so cute…… really genuine.

  • @Safirlady
    @Safirlady Місяць тому +1

    Beautiful! 💕💛💛💗💗🌸

  • @linaimua5571
    @linaimua5571 Місяць тому

    I’d love to see Emmy and Kayko write and sing a song together! 🔥🔥🔥

  • @GDuckPlayz
    @GDuckPlayz Місяць тому

    I liked her song: I like the lyrics, the repeat of "like that" and the vocalization changes that went higher. I hope people stop comparing her to her Grandma. She's not Loretta Lynn. Yes, she's talented, can play musical instruments and write songs like her Memaw, but she's herself. I feel she has everyone reason to be on this show, even despite who her grandmother was. That reality doesn't given her an automatic in to the industry. If it did, she would have been already given a contract and famous. She is doing this her way and I respect that. It's a definite yes from me. Do others have more unique voices? Yes. Is Emmy talented? Yes. Not closing the door or shutting her down at all.

  • @monikabrava8183
    @monikabrava8183 Місяць тому +1

    amazing.

  • @informationgathererM
    @informationgathererM Місяць тому +1

    You don't have any shoes to fill except your own. You are good enough as you
    Worthy. Enough. As you.

  • @ConcertgoerJ.R.
    @ConcertgoerJ.R. Місяць тому +1

    I think she’s a good singer, and I like the song!

  • @joshuamarcum367
    @joshuamarcum367 Місяць тому +1

    Go Emmy! Support from Berea Kentucky

  • @magic2506
    @magic2506 Місяць тому

    Emmy and Jennifer are my favorites. They both are so original and unique. They both tell a story so well. They are both a breath of fresh air from the typical Pop Singing Vocal Acrobats. Need a break from that sometimes.

  • @amirrhodesve791
    @amirrhodesve791 Місяць тому +8

    i like the way American idol encourage originals unlike the voice.

  • @WayneTinchMusic
    @WayneTinchMusic Місяць тому

    She reminds me so much of the singer, Katie Melua. Loretta would be proud! Go Emmy!

  • @clairemacmillan6374
    @clairemacmillan6374 Місяць тому

    She is a good singer and song writer

  • @amegomez3517
    @amegomez3517 Місяць тому +2

    Yes I've only heard two of songs of hers yes I believe she cannot write one bad song.

  • @CandleProfits
    @CandleProfits Місяць тому +3

    She is going to have to step it up. More clever lyrics and catchness, and create a likeable range. It was kind of eh and she is kind of great just has to dig deeper.

  • @joannaaguilar4961
    @joannaaguilar4961 Місяць тому

    Her grandmother Loretta Lynn is shining over Emmy Russell while smiling

  • @brookenelius
    @brookenelius Місяць тому +1

    ❤❤❤ girl. You got this. I miss my memaw too

  • @MelissaMarieBrown-ux3ey
    @MelissaMarieBrown-ux3ey Місяць тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @706mb
    @706mb Місяць тому

    She’s going home ASAP

  • @abcdcba4405
    @abcdcba4405 Місяць тому

    All yall saying she doesn’t have a great voice don’t understand country or music in general. You really think all your favorite artists sound exactly like they do live as on the recorded album?

  • @TheShai17
    @TheShai17 Місяць тому

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @pricemoore2022
    @pricemoore2022 Місяць тому +2

    I wonder how old Emmy Russell is now?????😊😊😊😊😊

  • @francesmiller3195
    @francesmiller3195 Місяць тому

    Girl You got your own Style and Voice and You are doing YOUR THANG but We were just WONDERING
    IF you did a Country Song How would you sound or what would happen ? But Quess you don't want to and maybe not your thing BUT SURE WISH YOU WOULD DO AN OLE COUNTRY SONG AND JUST SEE WHAT WOULD HAPPEN

  • @Bungavams
    @Bungavams Місяць тому +1

    I think her voice reminds me little bit Rose Blackpink , but her interpretation and control much better

  • @wolvesan
    @wolvesan Місяць тому +5

    The new format for Hollywood week is horrible... all montages. They could have at least posted full performances on UA-cam, but nope.

    • @14LP2
      @14LP2 Місяць тому +2

      Agree. We know the back stories……it’s go time and America should see the full Hollywood performances on You Tube

    • @wolvesan
      @wolvesan Місяць тому +3

      @@14LP2Yeah they spend so much time showing the same stuff from auditions, drives me nuts

  • @cassandrathatsme4382
    @cassandrathatsme4382 Місяць тому +3

    The music itself is not as fluid or melodic as it could be. There was nothing memorable or 'hummable' about this melody. The lyrics are touching, but musically, this was flat.
    Her voice is gorgeous, and her lyrics are very good.

  • @DebbieFerrell-rj1jg
    @DebbieFerrell-rj1jg 16 днів тому

    Emmys cousin is patty loveless

  • @sergiomotta6028
    @sergiomotta6028 Місяць тому +1

    Not me waiting for “like that” by doja cat

  • @standingroomonly1131
    @standingroomonly1131 Місяць тому

    Thought she was singing that new K Dot

  • @scruffypupper
    @scruffypupper Місяць тому

    I think it's her putting pressure on herself, not other people. Leave grandma out of the equation and see if you can do better.

  • @giamarianna
    @giamarianna 26 днів тому

    The person I ever had skin to skin with was my partner jay.
    babies get skin to skin with their mom and dad I never did she got me taken away as a new born. my first skin to skin i was 20

  • @susangenry6497
    @susangenry6497 Місяць тому

    Why doesn't she sing like she did on Loretta tribute with Nelson

  • @Susanloveslife
    @Susanloveslife Місяць тому

    This must’ve been filmed before her death, rest in peace Mrs. Loretta ❤❤❤❤

  • @Ilovetosmile2023
    @Ilovetosmile2023 Місяць тому +1

    Why the backstory is longer than performance? 😂

  • @RayVinx
    @RayVinx Місяць тому

    She's great but so many better singers didn't went through but she did because? She's Loretta Lynn's granddaughter!

  • @angelo7124
    @angelo7124 Місяць тому +1

    I recn she should go up kmotch with her voice sounds like she still trting fimd here way . I hope this show helps her 🎉

  • @leodegas7731
    @leodegas7731 Місяць тому +1

    It must be American idol forcing and crafting this story.
    If American idol cared for her, they would let her move on and be herself. But they are having her repeat and relive that she feels overwhelmed by the shadow of her grandma.
    Stop it, American idol. Let her heal and grow.

  • @healingstreams1663
    @healingstreams1663 19 днів тому

    I would think it be more her daughters that would feel that way not a Grandaughter?

  • @noypeedoh
    @noypeedoh Місяць тому +6

    setting aside the back story, I don't think this song will get her through to the next level. I mean "technically". Hollywood week is very critical! u have to choose song wisely that will highlight ur full vocal capacity.

  • @shedroids
    @shedroids Місяць тому +6

    The younger generation has been rendered WEAK and ENTITLED. Imagine being a victim of having a world-known performer as a family member, and all the opportunities to be on stage from a young child! "Devastating", smh She has a pretty voice but not the gusto or stage presence for this competition.

    • @ZAYLAHRENE
      @ZAYLAHRENE Місяць тому +1

      Ever think her insecurity runs from comments and view points like this? Every oportunity isn't a "Good" opportunity. The industry is loaded with scandal and devestating things every day. Who are YOU to decide what is "DEVASTATING" to a stranger YOU don't even KNOW. Where are your credentials? Are you a professional? SMH sorry the poor rich girl with the famous grandmother she never asked to be born to didn't live up to that "SHADOW" she has clearly expressed fueld her fears.

    • @neilosbeverly7462
      @neilosbeverly7462 Місяць тому

      She has clearly to me a quiet, sensitive, introverted personality. These types of people take the world's happenings and digest them differently. It's a big thing and although glorious, wonderful and opportunistic to play and tour with her grandmother it could also be severely pressure filled, nerve wracking and even traumatic for young and impressionable little talented sensitive girl. The being compared to her grandmother was so unfair and hurtful. That's just the way it is. While an extravert might have walked away relatively unharmed & thriving

    • @shedroids
      @shedroids Місяць тому

      @@neilosbeverly7462 No one pressured her into becoming a star, and she does not have to follow in her grandma's footsteps. She WANTS it. Humans in the world have devastating circumstances of starvation, abuse and violence, poverty etc etc, people on their death beds with terminal disease. This girl presented pathetic entitlement. Does not mean she isn't a sweet girl. it's just her dumb sob story is Pathetic!

  • @ChynaVirus
    @ChynaVirus Місяць тому

    Beautiful but can they stop letting contestants sing their own songs over and over and over again. Part of the appeal is to hear them sing songs we all know and love. That’s the “shtick”

  • @conniehukvari4593
    @conniehukvari4593 Місяць тому +2

    How do people find out who her grandmother is? I didn't know when I first saw her and heard her name. She needs to step away from telling people, but I feel that she wants that crutch to help her along at this point.

  • @kimballm117
    @kimballm117 12 днів тому +2

    I think thee best comment I can leave is that there's no singer out there like you, and that's because you are one of those missing pieces