Isaiah Misailegalu, a contestant on “American Idol,” had a special moment during the Hawaii-based round of the competition when Glenn Awong, lead singer of Maoli, surprised him during his performance of the band’s song. Misailegalu, who hails from a Samoan family, felt a strong connection to Hawaii and the Polynesian culture. His performance, which resonated with his family, received praise from Awong and artist-in-residence Jelly Roll. Viewers will have the opportunity to vote for Misailegalu to advance to the Top 20 contestants this season. The Hawaii round took place at Aulani, the Hawaiian Disney resort and spa, and marked the first time this season that viewers will have a say in who moves forward in the competition. Voting will be open until 6 a.m. Eastern time on Monday, April 14th. Misailegalu expressed his gratitude for the experience, calling it the best moment of his life. The heartwarming moment between him and Awong, as well as the support from Jelly Roll, added an extra layer of emotion to the competition. It remains to be seen if Misailegalu’s performance will earn him a spot in the Top 20, with his fate in the hands of “American Idol” viewers.
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