American Idol 2025 FINALE Song Spoilers – Find Out What the Top 3 Will Sing
With the American Idol season 23 finale just hours away, producers have released the song lineup for the Top 3. The remaining contestants—Breanna Nix, Jamal Roberts and John Foster—will each perform two solo numbers and join together for a group performance of “We Are the Champions” by Queen. The three-hour finale promises a mix of emotional ballads, soulful performances and crowd-pleasing anthems as the show crowns its 2025 winner.
Below are the confirmed songs the finalists will perform during the finale night. The selections highlight each singer’s strengths and musical identity, ranging from contemporary pop and inspirational gospel to classic country and Motown-era soul.
Breanna Nix
- “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)” by Katy Nichole — a powerful contemporary Christian song that showcases emotional conviction and vocal control.
- “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus — an inspirational pop ballad that emphasizes resilience and vocal storytelling.
Breanna’s choices pair a faith-based, worshipful track with a widely recognized pop anthem about perseverance. Together they are likely intended to showcase both her spiritual roots and her ability to connect with mainstream pop audiences.
Jamal Roberts
- “First Time” by Teeks — a modern soul song that highlights vocal nuance and emotional subtlety.
- “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)” by The Temptations — a classic Motown standard that calls for smooth phrasing and romantic storytelling.
Jamal’s set leans into soulful textures and classic R&B, allowing him to demonstrate both contemporary sensibilities and reverence for Motown-era craftsmanship. These selections should give him room to display range, tone, and stage charisma.
John Foster
- “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American)” by Toby Keith — a patriotic country-rock song with a confrontational edge.
- “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver — a timeless folk-country anthem known for its singalong chorus and nostalgic warmth.
John’s song choices represent two sides of modern American country music: a hard-edged patriotic statement and a comforting, communal singalong. These contrastive selections should allow John to pivot between intensity and tender storytelling.
In addition to the solo performances, the Top 3 will come together for Queen’s stadium-ready anthem “We Are the Champions,” a natural choice for a finale group number that celebrates competition, triumph and perseverance.
The finale will also feature a wide range of guest artists performing alongside members of the Top 14. Confirmed performers appearing across the three-hour broadcast include Patti LaBelle, Good Charlotte, Goo Goo Dolls, Josh Groban, Brandon Lake, Jessica Simpson, Salt-N-Pepa, Myles Smith, Kirk Franklin, The War and Treaty, PJ Morton and Jennifer Holliday. Artist in Residence Jelly Roll will join the festivities, and judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie are expected to take the stage as well.
As with previous seasons, voting opens at the top of the show. Historically, the third-place contestant is revealed partway through the broadcast, so fans are encouraged to cast their votes early. Early voting can be decisive in a close finale, and viewers should follow the show’s instructions for how to vote during the live telecast.
American Idol 2025’s three-hour finale airs on ABC at 8 PM EDT, broadcast simultaneously across all U.S. time zones. The episode will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
Expect an emotionally charged night that blends standout solo moments, high-energy group numbers and memorable duets with established artists. Whether viewers are tuning in for the contestants, the celebrity guests, or to cast their votes, the 2025 finale aims to deliver a mix of show-stopping performances and heartfelt farewells as the season comes to a close.