Three More Finalists Join American Idol's Top 12

A big voice in a small package, 16-year-old Allison singlehandedly woke up the judges, who had been sinking into their chairs under the weight of bad song choices, when she boomed out "How Do I Get You Alone."

Her mature performance scored her tonight's first ticket into the Top 12 when Ryan Seacrest started the reaping and sowing.

Adam, with his David Cook-reminiscent hairdo and theatrical but inviting stage presence, was also a near sure thing—and sure enough, to his and our "Satisfaction," America agreed.

And Kris Allen, aided by good looks, sheer likeability and potential—his "Man in the Mirror" was better the second time around, minus the nerves— who filled the final slot.

Meanwhile, the judges finally admitted out loud that they would be picking a few of their favorite for the upcoming Wild Card sing-off, to take place March 5.

"Maybe even a couple from tonight you're going to see again," teased Simon Cowell.
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