Fans choose top 5 contestants as ‘American Idol’ season starts winding down [Video]

HOLLYWOOD — “American Idol” is now down to the season’s top 5. The judges on the long running competition series are impressed with this spring’s talent.

“They all are strong in their lanes, so I don’t have a prediction at this point,” said Lionel Richie.

“Every week, you know, you can see them kind of upping their game and trying new things,” said Luke Bryan. “It’s really amazing what these kids are able to do in just a short few months as far as growth.”

“I’m really surprised that Jack (Blocker) is our top 5, but he totally deserves it,” said Katy Perry. “What he gave us with that Little Richard song was jaw-dropping.”

“It feels like we’re getting into a groove being here for a while and those performances just feel so comfortable,” said Blocker. “It doesn’t feel like we’re fighting for approval. It just feels like we’re having a blast up …