James Durbin took a huge risk performing “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” by George Harrison from The Beatles at the American Idol season 10 Top 9 live show dedicated to songs from the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame on Wednesday (April 6)- watch video below.

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Jennifer Lopez said it’s nice to see another side of James. Steven Tyler loved that not only the guitar gently wept, but James did as well. Randy Jackson praised James for taking a step forward by showing a more emotional side of himself.

James did what he had to do. He sang wonderfully, but I’m afraid America might not understand what he tried to do. While everybody else is rocking, James sat down to just sing. I loved it, but James could be in danger… or not! Adam Lambert 2.0 has a huge fan base.

James Durbin “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” American Idol Top 9 Video

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