We had a special night on “American Idol” season 24 tonight on ABC. Not only did the Top 7 on “American Idol” 2026 take on Taylor Swift Night, but they also took on a second performance. These singers had to take on iconic songs from California artists. Hannah Harper has made her way into the Top 7 this season and was set to perform twice tonight. Check out the Hannah Harper performance videos from tonight below in our “American Idol” spoilers.
Taylor Swift Song Performance
This Taylor song is off her multi-platinum album, “Speak Now.” Hannah is singing “Mean.” This one I was excited to hear, as this seems like a music genre perfect for Hannah. She is like a young Taylor and has that country voice. She does a good job singing it. It’s a good rendition of the song.
For the judges, Nikki said she loves that she chose this song. She loved the banjo and loved what she did with the song, and she sounded gorgeous. Luke said she is killing it every week. She is being authentically you. The banjo is another great look for her. Great song choice, and she had me until the end. Lionel said this is how you do it. She is true to herself. There is no gimmick. You did a fabulous job. Carrie said she loved everything about this performance. From the hair to the wardrobe to the banjo. It all sounded good on this song, and she made a really good choice.
California Song Performance on ‘American Idol’
She felt this was a fitting song for this week, as her husband is out here helping her keep the fort down. It’s great knowing she isn’t out here doing it on her own. For the performance, she is singing “That’s the Way Love Goes” by Merle Haggard. I feel like you could feel that she was singing this one to her husband. She had some moments where she was looking at him. Hannah definitely has a strong country voice, and it shone on this one. She seemed to be a little more comfortable up there on this one.
For the judges, Lionel said that it was absolutely amazing. She is looking like a star and sounding like a star. Carrie said promise me, you are going to make a proper version of that song. It was a great song choice. It sounded like you, and it was just wonderful. Nikki said it felt like a lullaby and a warm blanket. Lukle said if he wants to, she is going to be doing this singing thing for a long time. She is just a star, so welcome.
Hannah has been a favorite this season. She has many fans out there, so I think they will be happy with her performances tonight. They will get out to vote, and she should be safe tonight after these performances. What do you think?
What did you think of Hannah’s performances on “American Idol” tonight?
