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Melinda Doolittle gracefully stepped down from American Idol's Top 3 tier. Here are a few reasons why we'll miss her so much--and let you know how to contact Melinda Doolittle with fan mail.

Will Melinda Doolittle win American Idol? Her hometown fans are asking the question for tonight's Top Four episode. Melinda sang Bee Gees hits 'Love You Inside and Out' and 'How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?' to mixed reviews.

Top Christian artist Michael W. Smith once toured with American Idol finalist Jordin Sparks. Smith's blog explains more about his experience with the smiling young Sparks.

Melinda Doolittle goes rock during American Idol's Top 6 episode. She giggles with guest Jon Bon Jovi, then gives a Tina Turner-esque performance of 'Have A Nice Day.'

Brentwood's Melinda Doolittle showed off her Music City roots in American Idol's Country Night. She owned the stage with a hipper, younger look and a sassy performance of 'Trouble Is A Woman.'

Brentwood's Melinda Doolittle experiences her first brush with criticism on American Idol's Top 8 episode. The Latin-themed night was hosted by Jennifer Lopez, who had previously sung Doolittle's choice of music, Sway. When J-Lo advised her to show more sex appeal, Doolittle confessed she had little.

Melinda Doolittle brings down the house in American Idol's Top 9 episode. After hearing Doolittle's rendition of 'I Got Rhythm,' guest star Tony Bennett called her the best singer all day.

Brentwood's Melinda Doolittle gives a stunning finale to American Idol's Top Ten episode. Her youthful new 'do and soulful rendition of Oliver! hit 'As Long As He Needs Me' garnered raves from the audience--and the judges.