Kenedi’s new song, part two

She continued singing, “Don’t I deserve that? Something with no strings attached.”

Many fans speculated she was offered a contract that wouldn’t “tie her” to the show.

Could these lyrics be hints to why she left?

Kenedi drops a new song on TikTok

In a now-deleted clip on her TikTok, she played the piano and sang the chorus of a new song she wrote.

The lyrics said: “I need to find, need to find something better than what I had, and with no strings attached,” reports the New York Post.

Who is Kenedi Anderson?

Kenedi is a 17-year-old musician from Virginia.

She became the second contestant ever to receive the platinum ticket.

Kenedi is also a Tiktok creator, who has over 104k followers, where she posts videos of her singing and other funny videos.

Why did Kenedi leave, part two

The most popular and widespread fan theory is that Kenedi was offered a record deal or a modeling contract that wouldn’t “tie her” to American Idol.

Fans have been supportive of her decision.

Instagram user @dashofpepper.fit said: “I hope it’s because you got offered a better deal somewhere else! Amazing talent girl you’ve already won.”

Why did Kenedi Anderson leave American Idol?

After an incredible performance of Christina Perri’s hit song “Human” on the two-night special, many fans were shocked by the news of Kenedi Anderson’s sudden departure from the show.

She posted to her Instagram that it was due to “personal reasons,” but didn’t go into any further detail, besides to thank everyone at American Idol and to say that it had been “one of the hardest decisions” she’s ever had to make.

Many fans took to her Instagram to offer their support and to air their grievances, with many repeating forms of “she could have won it all.”

This leads us to fan theories about why Kenedi may have actually left American Idol.

The contestants eliminated

Dan, Ava, and Allegra were all eliminated from the competition tonight.

The remaining safe contestants

• Noah
• Christian
• Lady K
• Emyrson
• Mike
• Tristen

The results are in…

The safe contestants so far are:

• Leah
• HunterGirl
• Jay
• Fritz
• Nicolina

Judges react to Nicolina

“That was so angelic,” said Katy. “It was really really beautiful, you held onto it, you controlled it.”

“You’re so in control of [your voice],” said Luke. “You truly look like you’ve been in this role for 30, 40 years.”

“You’re gifted beyond your years,” said Lionel. “The sky is the limit and you can go a long long way.”

To vote for Nicolina, text 12 to 21523.

Up next, Nicolina

Nicolina’s performance is the final one tonight.

“She has so much talent for her age, it’s insane,” said Gabby.

She is singing Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley.

Judges react to Noah

“Gabby gave you a gift by changing that song,” said Lionel. “You felt that song, you were in it.”

“I can always tell that it’s you, Noah, which is fantastic,” said Katy. The judge went on to say she has been to Kentucky. “You are a huge star there.”

“Get up there and just sing like you sing,” said Luke. “It’s always gonna work out for you.”

To vote for Noah, text 18 to 21523.

Up next, Noah Thompson

“You just gotta get into the song and the lyrics more,” said Gabby.

She told Noah to change his song.

“Whatever song you pick just nail it and we’ll be rooting for you.”

Noah is singing Stand By Me, by Ben E. King.

Judges react to Emyrson

“It’s hard for me to wrap my head around you being 16,” said Luke. “Great performance.”

“I don’t know where you picked it up or how God put it in your DNA,” said Lionel. “You killed it.”

“Always play to your strong suits, every time you get on that stage,” said Katy.

To vote for Emyrson, text 8 to 21523.

Up next, Emyrson Flora

“Are you nervous?” said Gabby. “I got so nervous one time that I started the song out in the wrong key.”

“She showed me how to put your emotion through your arms,” said Emyrson.

Emyrson is singing Driver’s License by Olivia Rodrigo.

Judges react to Mike

“That was your stage,” said Katy.

“What that performance showed me is man you’re a fighter,” said Luke. “Way to show up and show America you’re here to play.”

“That storytelling voice you have,” said Lionel.

To vote for Mike, text 7 to 21523.

Up next, Mike Parker

“Definitely move around,” suggested Gabby. “I think what’s going to help you is keeping your eyes more open.”

“When I get up on that stage, I’m going to open my eyes and I’m going to do my best to win America back,” said Mike.

Mike is singing Hurricane, by Luke Combs.

Judges react to Ava

“There’s no maybe about Ava,” said Lionel. “You’re stepping into your light.”

“I think that second half really cut through it, pierced,” said Katy. “Ava, people are talking about you.”

To vote for Ava, text 17 t0 21523.

Up next, Ava Maybee

“Harry Styles can be hard to sing,” said Gabby.

“If you have confident body language, you can fill the whole stage with just yourself,” said Gabby.

Ava is singing Sign of the Times by Harry Styles.

Judges react to Allegra

“That is why we saved you right there,” said Luke.

“You brought us into you,” said Lionel. “We were watching you at every breath.”

“It was great that you transitioned off the piano,” said Katy. “I really hope that America does not make the same mistake.”

To vote for Allegra, text 15 to 21523.

Up next, Allegra Miles

“As soon as I heard she was singing that song, it was a no brainer for me,” said Gabby.

“I need to give it my all,” said Allegra. “I just hope America sees all of who I am.”

Allegra is singing by Ocean Eyes by Billie Eillish.

Judges react to Lady K

“She is a lady and I believe,” said Katy. “The glow-up is so real.”

“Just watching you blossom and watching you … you always just really sing so, your choice are so great,” said Luke.

“I told you from the beginning, you were born enough,” said Lionel. “That was the best performance I’ve ever seen you do.”

To vote for Lady K, text 16 to 21523 now.

Up next, Lady K

Gabby spent time working with Lady K on her confidence.

“People want to feel that song through you,” said Gabby.

“This is a big performance for me,” said Lady K.

Lady K is singing I Believe, by Fantasia Barrino.

Judges react to Tristen

“Never fails, bring it in, bring it home,” said Lionel. “What I love is how you followed that camera.”

“You always bring the drama but especially tonight,” said Katy. “You just keep evolving.”

“You battled your way through the performance,” said Luke.

To vote for Tristen, text 3 to 21523 now.

Up next, Tristen Gressett

“Tristan can be a very loud big singer,” said Gabby.

“Gabby helped me with the ending of my song,” said Tristen. “I want to show a different side of who I am.”

Tristen is singing by What Do You Want From Me, by Adam Lambert.

Judges react to Fritz

“Fritz, you’re an artist buddy,” said Luke. “That whole performance felt like I was at your show.”

“That is the absolute way to make us listen,” said Lionel. “You pulled us in.”

“The most important thing for America to do is to vote right now,” said Katy.

To vote for Fritz, text 23 to 21523 now.