Synopsis

The final five contestants will take the stage tonight, competing for the coveted American Idol title and the chance to perform for the nation. Each will pour their heart into a performance, striving to earn America’s vote and advance to the next round. This week's theme centers on music from the contestants' birth years, alongside selections from the current Top 10 Billboard charts. Tonight's performers include Katharine McPhee, Paris Bennett, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor H