American Idol hopefuls line up here in Savannah, Georgia. This is a shot from an opening season 11 episode.

Ryan Seacrest delivers the news in this photo: Scotty McCreery is the new American Idol!

Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery both gave it their all on American Idol. They are standing here with Ryan on the finale.

Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina are seen here while meeting with reporters. Which of these finalists will come out on top?

James Durbin had a great run on Ameican Idol. But it came to an end following the final four performance show on season 10.

Casey Abrams was voted off American Idol April 28, 2011. What a great young singer, just the same.

Stefano Langone has been sent packing from American Idol. He had a good run, but it neared its end long ago.

Paul McDonald sings farewell to American Idol. Good run, Paul. Good run.

Certainly no shame at being eliminated in the finals. That was the fate for Thia Megia and Naima Adedapo on season 10 of American Idol.

You're safe, Casey Abrams. Go ahead and take a breath now. It's gonna be okay.

He's still alive! Casey Abrams got voted out of American Idol, but was then saved by the judges. Did they make the right call?

The American Idol top 11 truly brought it during Motown Week. They put on a great performance night.