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American Idol

Candice Glover won "American Idol" Season 12 over Kree Harrison as Psy, Jennifer Hudson, Jessie J, Adam Lambert and Aretha Franklin performed.

Wild, awkward Charlie Askew reminds Nicki Minaj of her 'little brother' on 'American Idol'

Charlie Askew next on "American Idol," singing "Rocket Man." Oh wow, such a stripped-down, vocally impressive performance. Conveys emotion, is sincere, even throws in some flair with the mike. He's nervous and is shaking a bit and it gets a bit rougher the longer it goes on, but he's highly likeable, you find yourself pulling for him.

He celebrates afterward by jumping...

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