American Idol

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.

American Idol's Melinda Doolittle sang Diana Ross on the Top 12 Contestants episode. Melinda, an old-school Motown girl, broke down in tears after singing 'Home' from The Wiz. Paula Abdul and perhaps even Simon Cowell also cried. Includes judges' comments about Melinda Doolittle's performance and a link to the original lyrics of 'Home' from The Wiz.

Brentwood, TN contestant Melinda Doolittle sang 'I'm A Woman' on American Idol's Top 8 Girls episode. Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul had nothing but compliments for her energetic, sassy performance. 'You little tiger' exclaimed Simon. 'We thought you were a pussycat!'

American Idol's Melinda Doolittle looks almost too perfect to win America's heart. Vocal coach Janet Kenyon of Kenyon Artist Development and image stylist Kelley Norris of IMPowered Consulting are her 'two Gayles,' a reference to Oprah Winfrey's Gayle King. They prepared her wardrobe and a book which details her outfit for each day on American Idol.