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Australian Idol Judge Kyle Sandilands Surprises Judges with Lullaby Performance
Australian Idol judge Kyle Sandilands shocked his fellow judges on Sunday during a heartfelt moment on the show. After contestant Sam Snape amazed the judges with his rendition of John Denver‘s ‘Thank God I’m A Country Boy’, he surprised everyone by bringing out his family to meet them.
Kyle Sandilands, known for his radio hosting, couldn’t resist the opportunity to interact with the young toddler and proceeded to sing a lullaby for him. He belted out a surprising and heartwarming rendition of ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’, leaving fellow judges Marcia Hines and Amy Shark amused and impressed.
The judges were not only astonished by Kyle’s unexpected singing skills, but they were equally impressed by Sam Snape’s talent. Following his outstanding performance, the judges immediately advanced him to the next round of the competition.
This show of emotion from Kyle was a pleasant surprise, especially considering his recent criticism of contestants with repetitive song choices. Just last week, during another episode of Australian Idol, sandilands expressed frustration when multiple contestants opted to perform Amy Winehouse‘s ‘Valerie‘, albeit with varying degrees of success.
After hearing four contestants deliver out-of-tune renditions of the popular song, Kyle couldn’t hide his disappointment. He emphasized the importance of song choice and advised against performing well-known tunes repeatedly. Nevertheless, the judges finally found a fifth contestant, Rohan Amaral, who delivered a heartfelt and pitch-perfect version of ‘Valerie’, earning the judges’ praise and securing his spot in the next round.
Overall, it was a memorable episode of Australian Idol filled with surprises and impressive performances. Kyle Sandilands left both his fellow judges and the audience astounded with his unexpected singing talents, while Sam Snape and Rohan Amaral showcased their remarkable skills and advanced in the competition.