American Idol’s Colin Stough Wants This Pop Superstar To Replace Judge Katy Perry (2024)

American Idol season 21 finalist Colin Stough thinks superstar singer Adele should take Katy Perry's place alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan as an American Idol season 23 judge. Colin placed third in the competition behind runner-up Megan Danielle and winner Iam Tongi. The country singer impressed when he put his own spins on songs like "Dancing On My Own" by Robyn, "It's Been Awhile" by Staind, "Hand In My Pocket" by Alanis Morissette, and "Stupid Boy" by Keith Urban. Since American Idol season 21 ended, Colin has been performing live and releasing new music, including his latest single, "Sober."

"I’ve not always loved her music, but I’ve always respected her as a person for her work ethic."

In an interview with Us Weekly, Colin shared that he thinks that Adele should replace Katy Perry on American Idol. He explained, "I’ve not always loved her music, but I’ve always respected her as a person for her work ethic. In this industry, you have to have a work ethic." Colin continued, "To me, she has a different fame. She has true music fame, not like a TV fame or a publicity fame or anything like that. [Fame] just comes from her music."

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Colin gushed that, although he's never met Adele, she "seems amazing." He added, "She seems like she stands up for what she thinks, and I love that about her. I’d love to meet her one day." Colin joked that he wants to have a "sit-down conversation" with Adele about why she'd be the perfect replacement for Katy. Colin is right that Adele would be ideal for the role. She has the musical talent, performance experience, and extraordinary personality that would make her a superb judge. It will be challenging to replace Katy, but Adele might be the answer.

During American Idol season 22, the Top 7 contestants--Abi Carter, Will Moseley, Jack Blocker, Emmy Russell, Triston Harper, Julia Gagnon, and McKenna Faith Breinholt--sang Adele songs as part of the competition. Adele's catalog made for one of the best rounds of the show, and the contestants were thrilled to have the honor of singing her songs. It was apparent that they greatly admire her, and she influenced the show with her music without even appearing on it herself. Imagine what Adele could do for American Idol if she were actually on the judging panel.

Adele is the perfect choice to replace Katy because the show needs a woman to balance Lionel and Luke. She's also in the pop genre, among others, just like Katy. Adele is funny and sweet, and she'd bring a lot to the judges' table. One of the biggest criticisms of the American Idol judges in the ABC era is that they're not critical enough, so perhaps Adele could bring more honesty. As an American Idol contestant, Colin knows how it feels to be judged, so his opinion should be taken seriously. Adele should replace Katy Perry on American Idol.

Sources: Us Weekly, Colin Stough/Instagram

American Idol

Reality

Competition

American Idol is a reality singing competition that adds to the international "Idol" brand, conceived initially in the U.K. as Pop Idol. Holding massive auditions across the U.S., American Idol invited several contestants to perform in front of a panel of judges that would determine whether or not they'd go on to future rounds for a chance at competing in the fully televised premiere of the show. Contestants are voted off each week by American participation via voting through various mediums, and the winner of the competition would be given a contract with a record label to secure a future as America's next musical idol.

Cast

Ryan Seacrest , Brian Dunkleman , Paula Abdul , Simon Cowell , Randy Jackson , Kara DioGuardi , Ellen DeGeneres , Jennifer Lopez , Steven Tyler , Mariah Carey , Nicki Minaj , Keith Urban , Harry Connick Jr. , Luke Bryan , Katy Perry , Lionel Richie

Release Date

June 11, 2002

Seasons

22

Franchise(s)

American Idol

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