Are we watching American Idol or ARETHA Idol?
The most enjoyable American Idol performance of the night from the Top 8 girls was Melinda Doolittle’s rendition of Peggy Lee’s “I’m a Woman.” Melinda, 29, blew the roof off with her performance and the judges went wild.
- Randy said, “You were the hottest one of the night. You deserve it. You’re a consummate pro! You’re ready to go into the studio and just make a record. You’ve got it going on.”
- Paula said, “You are so pheneonmal. You’re so likeable. You’re lovable. You’re brilliant on stage. You’re fantastic.”
- Simon said, “You little tiger. I thought we had a Pussycat. I love that!”
MEOW! Watch the video of Melinda Doolittle’s performance of “I’m a Woman” below! W-O-M-A-N!
Don’t miss Carrie Underwood on American Idol tomorrow, when she’ll perform her new hit “Wasted.”
Pictured below in Row 1 (l-r): Melinda Doolittle, LaKisha Jones, Gina Glocksen, Jordin Sparks Row 2 (l-r): Antonella Barba, Haley Scarnato, Stephanie Edwards, Sabrina Sloan.
Melinda Doolittle performs “I’m a Woman” - American Idol, 3/7

















