The evening began with five hopefuls, each delivering two performances that would determine their fate. The remaining contestants—Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Jamal Roberts and Thunderstorm Artis—received mentorship from Broadway legend Lin-Manuel Miranda, who guided them through their Disney-themed song selections.

With just one week until the American Idol Season 23 finale, Sunday night's episode combined nostalgia and emotion as the top seven contestants performed Disney classics and Mother's Day tributes. But only five would advance,