Growing up, “American Idol” hopeful Samantha Ray always had a duet partner in her sister, Taylor. And even though the Georgia artist had to audition for the singing competition alone, her sibling was in her thoughts the whole time - and the judges could tell.

Sixty-two came in and now 42 will have to face off in a new head-to-head round to earn the 20 remaining spots.

Canaan James Hill gave "the greatest performance" Lionel Richie has ever seen, and a handful of contestants were eliminated before the Top 24.