James Durbin delivered an intense performance of Paul McCartney’s “Maybe I’m Amazed” at the American Idol season 10 Top 13 pre-taped show on Wednesday (March 9)- watch video below.

2011 American Idol Season 10 Top 13 Finalists Revealed!

Randy Jackson confessed he is a fan of James, who he thinks can sing anything and do it well. Steven Tyler thought James took everything he’s ever felt and kicked it into next week. LOL. Jennifer Lopez praise his melodic quality, saying “You’re everything!”

James nailed it! For once, James didn’t overperform it and it was incredible. James seems to be learning that screams aren’t exactly required to deliver an emotionally intense performance.

James Durbin “Maybe I’m Amazed” American Idol Top 13 Video

2011 American Idol Top 13 Performances
Lauren Alaina “Any Man Of Mine” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Casey Abrams “With A Little Help From My Friends” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Ashthon Jones “When You Tell Me That You Love Me” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Paul McDonald “Come Pick Me Up” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Pia Toscano “All By Myself” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
James Durbin “Maybe I’m Amazed” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Haley Reinhart “Blue” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Jacob Lusk “I Believe I Can Fly” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Thia Megia “Smile” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Stefano Langone “Lately” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Karen Rodriguez “I Could Fall In Love” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Scotty McCreery “The River” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)
Naima Adedapo “Umbrella” American Idol Top 13 (VIDEO)

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