John Foster Pays Tribute to Late Best Friend with Emotional Original Song on ‘American Idol’

   

Foster’s Song “Tell That Angel I Love Her” Was Written for Two Close Friends He Lost

John Foster, a Louisiana native and LSU biology student, dreams of becoming a pre-med professional to help cancer patients. During his American Idol audition, he shared his goal of becoming a “singing oncologist.”

His performance of a classic Conway Twitty song won the judges over, with Luke turning his initial “no” into a heartfelt “yes” thanks to Foster’s warm personality and Southern charm. Watch below.

ohn Foster Shines in the Top 24

After making it into the top 24, Foster took a trip to Hawaii.

He performed the lively “Callin’ Baton Rouge” by The Oak Ridge Boys, a song that had the judges dancing and the audience buzzing. It was a tribute to his Louisiana heritage.

But did it help him secure a spot in the top 20? Watch below.