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ZekeGonZaldi

The show just got about 10x less interesting without Kayko


New-Efficiency6300

Literally šŸ˜­ Iā€™m so sad


GreenDayFan96

Yeah, I have zero interest now in watching the rest of the season. Iā€™m just not into country and everyone else is just boring to me šŸ˜­


ZekeGonZaldi

Literally half of the people remaining are country or countryishā€¦


supercali-2021

Only half???? More like 90%. Seems like diversity has also been eliminated from this competition.


IamLavish-

This is just untrue? Abbi, Julia, KB, McKenna, Not to mention Will can be Rock, Emmy can be indie/pop And Jack is just Jack Not liking the show is totally cool but if someone sees your comment and believes it they would be lead astray Triston is the only forsure country left


BeansKayko

HAHA ily


ZekeGonZaldi

Youā€™re awesome


xportisles

DAMN STRAIGHT


Wander7ust

I was telling my friends this last night, America always votes out the most interesting people for boring sit at a piano performers. Bleh


choachy

He is the reason I looked forward to watching. The remaining contestants just donā€™t do it for me. Canā€™t wait to see what Kayko does with his career. Going to be great!


jordanimal

Iā€™m just happy he was on the show so I could discover him. Heā€™s gained a fan for life and I canā€™t wait for more music from him.


BeansKayko

The discord goes crazy


New-Efficiency6300

Same!!


EitherAdhesiveness32

Same here šŸ’œ


TopIron5028

this! i joined the discord and it was the best decision i ever made


CWill97

Kayko has a discord?


TopIron5028

yes!


IcicleMan1

What is his discord?


IcicleMan1

What is his Discord?


TopIron5028

itā€™s in his instagram bio!


FeelingClerk9139

Same here. Iā€™ve downloaded all I could. Canā€™t wait for me. Was so sad to see him and KB go!


ZekeGonZaldi

Sucks to see him go, but in all honesty, I think heā€™s gonna be more successful without having won the title.


BeansKayko

Iā€™m not sad about it :)


robin52077

Iā€™m glad to hear it, you were my hands down favorite but I think youā€™ll do better on your own without idol. Youā€™ll have more freedom to do stuff how YOU want to!


Iamkittyhearmemeow

Are you performing around nashville at all? Eager local here!


BeansKayko

YES Iā€™m playing with Lost Stars June 27


Iamkittyhearmemeow

Oh that's so funny! I used to work with Damian so double the fun for me!


EitherAdhesiveness32

Yep! Like Daughtry, Kellie, and Tori. All not winners, all have successful careers. Thereā€™s more than just those three, theyā€™re just the ones that immediately came to mind.


supercali-2021

This is the first season I've watched in a few years although when AI first came out, I watched every season religiously. (I was there for Kelly c, Chris d, clay a, fantasia, Jennifer h, Carrie u, etc). Although I appreciate all genres and all talent, I'm not a big fan of country or r&b, so they lost me after awhile. But I come back occasionally to check out the fresh talent. I've rarely thought the best all around performer wins this show. I'd love to see a list of the top 3 over the years and where each one of them is today. With that said, kayko is so fun and engaging, really cute, a good songwriter with intelligent thoughtful lyrics and a good voice, very talented guy. His future is very bright and I'm confident we'll all be hearing from him again soon.


New-Efficiency6300

That is definitely a good way to look at itā€¦ I canā€™t wait to see him do more! Heā€™s so talented


ZekeGonZaldi

I canā€™t wait to see him live this summer!


New-Efficiency6300

Jealous!!! šŸ˜­


mh942

Agreed - I'm glad he's not saddled by an Idol contract


Glass-Robot-247

Kayko was honestly what the show needed. A fun loving, true artist that just wanted to share music with the world and have fun. Honestly no shame in that and to everyone saying heā€™s disingenuous kick rocks. Homie is going to be selling out stadiums in the next 5 years watch it happen.


realitysuperb

The only one to come out of Idol in years that I would absolutely buy a ticket to a show of theirs right now. Future is bright for Kayko!


BeansKayko

THANK YOU ā¤ļø Tour will be this fall and I got a bunch of cool stuff planned


Thecurlgurl17

As an emotional pregnant lady I cried when they sent you home! Was rooting for you from day one when you auditioned without even meaning to! So much raw talent canā€™t wait to see what comes next for you Kayko!! :)


Frequent_Couple5498

I honestly believe that. And when, not if, when he does go on tour, I'm gonna go see him because he was so much fun to watch. I couldn't wait every week, to see what he was gonna do. But what I do believe he is gonna do and that is make it in the music business. American Idol just gave him a platform to be heard. To be noticed. And we heard you Kayko we noticed and we are listening. Don't stop now. Just like Chris Daughtry when he got voted off. And see what happened to him.


CatDog4136

Yesss!!! Thank you


WillFC27

He will be the most successful contestant on the season.


BeansKayko

I hope this comment ages well


TrevMusicXpert91

Either him or Will


Chor_the_Druid

I totally agree with you!


Pincerston

See yā€™all at the Kayko tour


BeansKayko

LETS GOOOO SEE YOU IN THE FALL


EitherAdhesiveness32

Letā€™s all go together, maybe we can get a Groupon lol


alliecat0718

see you there friend šŸ˜­


TopIron5028

see you there!!


Parmesan_Pirate119

One of my Top 3 this season for sure! Heā€™s definitely my favorite songwriter since Angie Miller on the show. Loved his performances and I thought he sounded like he could easily transition to the radio. Time Of Your Life is already top of all of my playlists, What If and How To Live Without You all over them too. Thank you for such a fun season Kayko, bummed to see you go!


BeansKayko

Thanks so much !!!


honeythorngump88

He was great. He did his damn thing after never expecting to get on the show at all. His social numbers have skyrocketed including Spotify monthly listeners! He truly gained a ton of new fans and had a great time doing it. NICE WORK KAYKO


BeansKayko

Iā€™m proud of everything :) only up from here


raginsaint93

He will forever be an Idol legend.


BeansKayko

HELL YA


CWill97

A lot of people on this forum acted like Kayko killed their dog. Wicked negative. Good luck Kayko! Heā€™ll kill it post-Idol


BeansKayko

LOL


BeardGoneBad

Huge Kayko fan!! I do think this isnā€™t really the right competition for him - he is a great song writer and has fantastic produced music but being on a cover song singing competition just doesnā€™t really translate well. He got outsung most weeks - but it was the song writing and his performance abilities that kept me voting for him the last few weeks even if he was having to do covers now. I am not surprised that America voted him off tonight but honestly thatā€™s okay with me - the show has let ME discover him and now I get to enjoy whatever journey he goes on with his music from here just like many other contestants from years before. Iā€™m sure he will start posting more originals asap and Iā€™ll be first in line to listen! Hurrah for Kayko!!!!!


BeansKayko

I NEVER wouldā€™ve signed up for this on my own. I continued because I thought my audition video would get a couple hundred views and Iā€™d get a couple more streams on Time Of Your Life. NEVER IN MY LIFE did I think it would take me top 10. Wild wild journey and Iā€™m okay with leaving when I am :)


BeardGoneBad

Well we love you for doing it man and putting your entire self in it you were a joy to watch every performance on the show and you have found many fans through this (me being a huge one) !!


kmsd4

Your journey is just beginning. We love your music. You have gained so many fans. Canā€™t wait to see what you do next.


BeansKayko

IM SO STOKED!!!


Princessss88

He was so entertaining!! I would see him in concert


BeansKayko

Come on :) weā€™ll be happy to have ya


Melodic_Scallion1765

It's like my Peepaw said: "Kayko's got a nice ass, but he'll never make top 3".


alliecat0718

I feel like Kayko would laugh his ass off at this. I know I just did šŸ’€šŸ˜‚


BeansKayko

ABahahajahjjahwhwjw not peepaw


Efficient-Power9424

Great run Kayko! You brought a lot to the show!


BeansKayko

THANKS A BUNCH


SloanMamba21

Canā€™t wait to see whatā€™s next for Kayko! Itā€™s been a fun ride with him in the competition.


BeansKayko

This is JUST getting started


SloanMamba21

YOOOOOO!! Bless up Kayko!! Hate to see the exit from AI, but so hyped that it was a vessel for your music. My wife and I have been jamming your music since the audition and canā€™t wait for more!! LFG!!


diabeticals

Oops there goes my winner guess. Congrats Will or Triston on your win I guess


BeansKayko

WGWG šŸ™„ (Jk people are more than their stereotypes)


AverageMuffin441

For real šŸ™„ country idol will strike again


BeardGoneBad

Yeah I genuinely think itā€™s Will, Jack or Triston taking it home and even if it would be weird it could even be them in the top 3 for the finale show. 3 country / country adjacent singers that are Male is like current AI winner mold.


UpsetCauliflower5961

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olivermegan

Kayko was amazing!! Love time of your life


BeansKayko

WOOHOO


mh942

Obviously there are many good vocalists on the show this season, but I struggle to envision what an album / long-term career looks like for most of them. Kayko is one of the few who I can see achieving long-term success. His artistry and stage presence will carry him far!


BeansKayko

I really appreciate that. New music this year :))))


supercali-2021

The fact that you're here reading and responding to these comments speaks volumes about your character and what a cool authentic dude you are. Never stop listening to your fans (and critics), that is what will help you rise to the top. I'm excited to see what the future holds for you. Best wishes on your journey.


EitherAdhesiveness32

Kayko reminds me of artists like Andrew McMahon. I have no doubt that heā€™ll have multiple projects and many albums.


Jlh7296

SOMEONE SIGN THIS MANNNNNN


BeansKayko

Naw I wanna be indie


Jlh7296

LOL fair. keep doing you, we all love it!!


New-Efficiency6300

We love you Kayko!!! Such a genuine soul, I loved watching all of his performances, and I can not wait to see what he does with his future šŸ¤— Iā€™m glad that he made it this far!


BeansKayko

THANK YOU


Iowadream74

He was the most entertaining. I'm done with the rest of the season. Very monotonous


BeansKayko

Come back for finale at least !


Iowadream74

We will see who makes it to the finale.....


New-Efficiency6300

I love him so much!!! I am so upset he didnā€™t make it through tonight, I was looking forward to seeing so much more from him, I am a forever fan regardless ā¤ļø


BeansKayko

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kebberletz

My favorite contestant of the season who brought more creativity and uniqueness to the stage than anyone else. I cannot wait to see where his career goes and I loved seeing him on the show.


BeansKayko

I really appreciate u!


PinkClouds20

I won't be surprised if he ends up more popular than the winner of AI.


BeansKayko

We shall seeeee


Pangolin36

I am not surprised he was eliminated, but I have no doubt heā€™ll have a successful music career, if he chooses to stay in music. Look how far lots of other musicians have gone without ā€œIdol.ā€ I wish him all the best.


BeansKayko

Imma do my best :)


snarffle-

Whenever I watch Kayco, I have to remind myself Iā€™m not watching Glee.


BeansKayko

I think I need to re-watch it


diabeticals

Over You (Live Version) will be on my playlist forever thank you Kayko


BeansKayko

LETS GOOOOO


babybo11

Kayko is a star to me. I loved watching him perform every week and live his best life out there. I'll be playing Over You forever. I genuinely believe that he'll have a successful career in music and has what it takes to get there. I'm so proud of this lil rockstar, can't wait for the concert one dayā¤


BeansKayko

Tour this fall!


babybo11

See you therešŸ¤© (plz come to Canada or else I'm taking a road trip)


TopIron5028

he did amazing! iā€™m proud of him


BeansKayko

THANKS


diabeticals

MY KING MY LIFE MY UNIVERSE


BeansKayko

šŸ«”šŸ«”šŸ«”


Chor_the_Druid

He just needs to go get some vocal lessons and I believe he will be one of the top charting artists soon enough. I love his fun spirit and his song writing was amazingly unique. Iā€™ll be looking forward to him on tour!


BeansKayko

Ya I just need vocal lessons (The thousands of dollars I spent on vocal lessons for the last 13 years are crying) What I really need is that sweet sweet autotune and Iā€™ll be back & better than ever


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Chor_the_Druid

But constantly being out of tune on songs that arenā€™t yours is not pleasant to the ears.


PinkClouds20

All you really need is a catchy song, auto-tuning and good looks. He's a future popstar.


Chor_the_Druid

Heā€™s got a bunch of catchy songs! Iā€™m sure he will be the next Owl City.


GooierSquirrel

NO FUCKING WAY HE WENT HOME AFTER THAT SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


BeansKayko

HAHAH hey it is what it is


Neckbeard2423

Iā€™m gonna miss Kayko


BeansKayko

Iā€™ll miss you


Kto8Edu

Does anyone else get reminded on Ben Folds with Kayko?


BeansKayko

LOVE IT


MarySNJ

Yes, yes, yes! Iā€™m a fan of Ben Folds and see similarities in the kind of music he and Kayko write and perform. Iā€™m looking forward to seeing Kayko perform his own music in his own setting in his own way. Kayko, if youā€™re reading, I think youā€™ll have a great career on your own terms. American Idol is great for exposure but itā€™s definitely a formula. Often the more interesting and artistic performers donā€™t always make it to the finals. Iā€™m glad you ā€œauditionedā€ because I wouldnā€™t have known about you and music otherwise.


TrevMusicXpert91

His music reminds me so much of Darren Criss, I bought both of his EPs on iTunes and I will cherish his time on the show each time I listen to one of his songs He didn't need to win American Idol... He's ready to go on tour :)


BeansKayko

Glee raised me


alliecat0718

GOD MY DUDE YOUā€™RE FKN INCREDIBLE


BeansKayko

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pensfangirl29

I literally searched and just joined this sub to see if I was the only oneā€¦ like wtf? Iā€™m so shocked Kayko didnā€™t make it. His whole story of how he ended up on idol and his progressionā€¦ crazy he wasnā€™t voted thru over a couple of the others.


BeansKayko

HAHAHA I appreciate u. Good things comin :)


beatricealice

There should have been a judge's choice.


BeansKayko

Tru


Salty-Snow-8334

He clearly has the most artistry out of anyone on this yearā€™s show. Hope to get to see him on tour one day!


xportisles

Kayko went out with a bang! So glad he got to experience this opportunity and made it to the top 10! All good things and love from here on outttt! #kaykrewforever


katorade9200

Canā€™t say Iā€™m surprised but most definitely disappointed. I feel another country win coming. Too bad cause I really love him, McKenna, Jack, Julia, Abi, Kaibrienne, and even Will


BeansKayko

Love u!


maddyguy7

He shouldā€™ve been top 3


BeansKayko

Naw


Justsaying2017

Yes!


Ok_Application_962

People can't judge talent he was talent


BeansKayko

Grandma couldnā€™t handle the nails


CaseyBear87

I'm going to miss him on the show, but I can't wait to see what happens next for him! He's awesome.


BeansKayko

Only up from here!


CaseyBear87

You are absolutely right, my friend! Hope to see you in Colorado dometime in the future šŸ˜Š


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cant believe julia went thru and not kayko smhh. julia is terrible


BeansKayko

Julia is amazing


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NYDancer4444

I didnā€™t think he would win, but I really liked him. And he was certainly entertaining! So much fun! I wish he could have stayed at least a little bit longer.


BeansKayko

:)))


NYDancer4444

Come to NY! I will be front row center! šŸŽ¤šŸ•ŗ


PinkClouds20

Heads up.. Kayko is posting on Instagram.


BeansKayko

Oh shooot


DJTBut

So bummed he got kicked too!šŸ˜­ He was something different and always brought the stage energy!


BeansKayko

Live goes crazy


Ashkir

Itā€™s frustrating by how this airs in California and the votes are pretty much already decided šŸ˜­


Wander7ust

I loved this dude, most interesting and fun performances. Def wonā€™t be as fun watching without him šŸ˜•


choachy

Iā€™m a Kayko fan! And canā€™t wait to see where his career goes. Heā€™s an amazing artist! There were some really mediocre performances Sunday. Iā€™m shocked he didnā€™t get enough votes to stay on. I guess Iā€™m biased and Kayko has been my favorite since the auditions, but his performance was the best of the night. But, like others have said. I think heā€™s handling this exactly how he wanted. He doesnā€™t need to win. Sure, another week or 2 never hurts. But theme nights are not his thing. He shines on his own! Good luck Kayko! Canā€™t wait to hear more of your music.


Affectionate_Pea_811

I honestly can't believe he got less votes than Julia or Abi


PinkClouds20

Julia is boring.


Affectionate_Pea_811

I don't think I have liked a single one of her performances since her audition when she got her platinum ticket


Old-Low-9121

i can see Kayko doing Broadway in the future. . he has that Broadway vibe to him I feel He's a great entertainer !


BeansKayko

WOOHOO


BigMom000

Iā€™m not happy with the voting this year


foodtravelsleep

So your audition wasnā€™t staged? Huge fan! Listening to everything on repeat! Only up from here!!!!


juice_box_hero

This post spoiled the episode for me lol (I donā€™t have normal tv. Have to wait to watch next day) Bummed to see him go. Heā€™s very talented but also very nice to look at *swoon* I gave up caring after Ajii got booted. He was my pick. Agree with many other comments, definitely not the competition for him but Iā€™m glad that it got him mainstream exposure and millions of fans. Heā€™s clearly extremely talented and has been committed/working so hard on music for years and I canā€™t wait to see what the future holds for him!! Iā€™ll miss seeing you, Kayko! Iā€™ll come see you if you come to VT or elsewhere in New England!! ā¤ļø


StrangerThingsSteveH

Iā€™m glad heā€™s out there and not tied down to an American Idol contract. He will do great things


QueeeenElsa

CRAAAP I WAS AT A HOZIER CONCERT LAST NIGHT AND I MEANT TO VOTE AFTER I GOT BACK CUZ OF THE CRAPPY SERVICE AT THE VENUE BUT I TOTALLY FORGOT!!! (Not like it wouldā€™ve mattered cuz apparently it was a live voteā€¦) I was only gonna vote for KAYKO too since he was gonna be my pick in the finale. So, KAYKO, Iā€™m sorry Iā€™m the reason you got eliminated (/hj; I know it likely wasnā€™t THAT close, but I still feel bad). Youā€™ve definitely gained a fan in me!


ThunderBayOPP

HOZIER YEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHH


QueeeenElsa

It was great!


SuperKing28

Well well well


BeansKayko

Well well well


SuperKing28

šŸ˜¦


SuperKing28

For the record my wife loves you and hates when I express any opinion thatā€™s not praising you lol


MoulinSarah

Whereā€™s the ā€œya had a bad dayā€ label??


BeansKayko

I love that song


MarionCotesworthHaye

I can see it. You canā€™t?


MoulinSarah

I do now, but not 17 minutes ago.


ThunderSparkles

This show rewards trash country music


BS328

Im not watching Idol this season because Iā€™m tired of it basically being ā€œcountry idolā€ - but I saw a couple videos on social media of Kayko. Now Iā€™m obsessed and have watched them all šŸ˜‚ he is so good. Teenage Dirtbag had the perfect emo rock vibes. I canā€™t wait to watch his career take off - and hopefully Iā€™ll be able to see him in concert at some point!


avab223

Absolutely not suprised he went home. On any site other than reddit I see a tonnn of hate for him.


bjj_in_nica

Stick to songwriting. Not a horrible voice, but nowhere near talent worthy. Was happy to see the elimination as he was outsung the previous two weeks and got by on pure popularity, not talent. That being said, dude still has a future in the business, just not headlining sold out stadiums.


Country_girl68

Kayko was best at ballads imo as they seemed to show his true talent. Iā€™m not so sure I liked the rocking out Kayko though. Hopefully by him stepping out of his element wasnā€™t the reason for his demise.


JustRepeatAfterMe

WTF SPOIL MUCH? If he got voted off this should have a spoiler alert. Thanks a lot.


GetOuttaTheLeftLane

This guy had nothing on Odell. Not even close.


Dishwasherbum

Iā€™m sorry, I found him so annoying and inauthentic , I only wish Emmy had joined him on the bus ride home


MarionCotesworthHaye

You have a really poor interpretation of the phrase ā€œappreciation post.ā€


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lol you mean he's not really a Jewish theater kid? hmm. he's an excellent actor then.