American Idol season 21 aired a brand new episode on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC. It documented the Top 5 contestants heading to Disneyland and performing in front of the judges and a live audience. They performed to iconic Disney numbers to impress viewers and earn their votes to make the Top 3 of the competition.On this week's episode of American Idol, Wé Ani took to the stage and delivered one of her best performances this season. She quickly emerged as the fan-favorite as viewers thronged Twitter with praises for the singer. One tweeted:Walter Hill@walterchillWe Ani might be my favorite #AmericanIdol contestant EVER! She is a superstar!! @wemusic @AmericanIdol11We Ani might be my favorite #AmericanIdol contestant EVER! She is a superstar!! @wemusic @AmericanIdolThe hit ABC series has garnered a lot of attention from viewers and fans over the past few years. Fans have also religiously followed their favorite contestants' journey from their debut year to them making a mark in the music industry.Season 21 of the competition also saw many aspiring singers and musicians perform in front of the iconic judge trio - pop princess Katy Perry, Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie and country superstar Luke Bryan.Wé Ani performs for a spot in the Top 3 on American Idol View this post on Instagram Instagram PostTonight's episode of American Idol saw the top 5 contestants - Zachariah Smith, Wé Ani, Megan Danielle, William Tongi and Colin Stough head to Disneyland and perform to iconic Disney movie numbers. They hoped to impress the judges and viewers and potentially make it to the grand finale.The official synopsis of the episode, titled Disney Night, reads:"Celebrate the magic of Disney as the Top 5 perform Disney classics LIVE and America votes for the Top 3. Sofia Carson mentors the contestants at Disneyland Resort and Halle Bailey performs."Wé Ani was the first American Idol contestant to perform tonight. Ahead of her perfroamance, she expressed that it was her first time at Disneyland. She chose to perform Into The Unknown by Frozen II. The singer took the help of the guest mentor for the week, American actress and singer Sofia Carson, who guided her with aspects of her performance.Wé Ani@wemusicME & MOMMY FOR MOTHERS DAY Tonight, we go from @Disneyland to the #Idol stage! #DisneyNight TONIGHT on @AmericanIdol, 5pm PT / 8pm ET! ways to VOTE:Go to americanidol.com/vote⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Use the American Idol AppText 8 to 21523⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣! twitter.com/i/web/status/1…14327ME & MOMMY FOR MOTHERS DAY💙 Tonight, we go from @Disneyland to the #Idol stage! #DisneyNight TONIGHT on @AmericanIdol, 5pm PT / 8pm ET!3️⃣ ways to VOTE:⭐️Go to americanidol.com/vote⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⭐️Use the American Idol App⭐️Text 8 to 21523⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣! twitter.com/i/web/status/1… https://t.co/pEP7ZNG5BLWé Ani expressed that the song was about "reclaiming her power." Sofia advised that the contestant honor the song but also make it her own. And she did just that. Her performance recevied immense appluse from the audience as well as the judges. While Lionel called her a "star," Katy complimented her vocals.Ahead of her second performance this week on American Idol, she was seen enjoying her time at Disneyland with her mother, who had given up her singing career to raise her kids. Wé Ani performed Hannah Montana's hit Disney number The Climb and was accompanied by an orchestra.She upped her previous performance and the judges complimented her song choice and vocal tones. They noted no fault in her rendition and asked America to vote her into the grand finale.Fans shower love for Wé Ani on American IdolFans took to social media to express their love for Wé Ani. The contestant instantly became a fan favorite with many viewers voting for her.Cory Peter@corypeterWé Ani is easily the best left on #AmericanIdol. But the country vote on this show is ridiculous, she has an uphill battle. Go vote.9Wé Ani is easily the best left on #AmericanIdol. But the country vote on this show is ridiculous, she has an uphill battle. Go vote.BEEZY@Burke_Franklin_We’Ani the best in the competition and it’s really not even that close #AmericanIdol81We’Ani the best in the competition and it’s really not even that close #AmericanIdol† marcédes, on twt@SedecraMarcedesFirst of all.. I don’t know what’s gotten me into #AmericanIdol this year, but I wonder if they realize that “winning” is not the prize. The real prize is the exposure. Secondly, I want We Ani to become the soulful star she deserves because that voice should not be hidden.10First of all.. I don’t know what’s gotten me into #AmericanIdol this year, but I wonder if they realize that “winning” is not the prize. The real prize is the exposure. Secondly, I want We Ani to become the soulful star she deserves because that voice should not be hidden.Kelli (Detroit 6/10)✨️@alltooke11I swear if Wé Ani doesn't make top 3 over one of those steamed milk white boys, I'll rage. #AmericanIdol13I swear if Wé Ani doesn't make top 3 over one of those steamed milk white boys, I'll rage. #AmericanIdolMoto62@Moto_62_In the old days, that would be enough to win American Idol. We Ani is incredible!! #AmericanIdol5In the old days, that would be enough to win American Idol. We Ani is incredible!! #AmericanIdolFans also felt that the contestant should take the title home this season. Check it out.deprestøn@prstnporter10There is only 1 acceptable winner for #AmericanIdol and her name is Wé Ani.3There is only 1 acceptable winner for #AmericanIdol and her name is Wé Ani.Jill 🍷💙🐻⚾️💉😷🇺🇲🇺🇦🌻@red_winerI was going to say Disney Week on #AmericanIdol was my least favorite until We Ani sang. That girl needs to win.1I was going to say Disney Week on #AmericanIdol was my least favorite until We Ani sang. That girl needs to win.Faye@RenekaknowsbestWe Ani idc the out come that’s My American Idol that girl can sing!🏾 #AmericanIdol #Disneynight5We Ani😍 idc the out come that’s My American Idol that girl can sing!💪🏾 #AmericanIdol #Disneynight https://t.co/bQ8NsKfEKEren ミ☆ GOTG VOL 3 SPOILERS@mandorensif wé ani doesnt win american idol im gonna be soooo pissed if wé ani doesnt win american idol im gonna be soooo pissed https://t.co/JIRQzdpHyzHank F in Akron 🏆🥇@HankF330ToGoWe' Ani is Her.Any other winner does not make sense.#AmericanIdol5We' Ani is Her.Any other winner does not make sense.#AmericanIdolMatt:: Not Nice:: Justice For Breonna Taylor@mattybum25As per usual, We'Ani bringing the best vocals of the night. Y'all better be voting her i swear to GOD #AmericanIdol293As per usual, We'Ani bringing the best vocals of the night. Y'all better be voting her i swear to GOD #AmericanIdolMatt Babcock 🟧@MattBabcockIf Wé Ani doesn’t win #AmericanIdol, I just don’t know anymore. 🤷🏻‍♂️ twitter.com/AmericanIdol/s…American Idol@AmericanIdol3 ways to vote for @wemusic: Text 8 to 𝟮𝟭𝟱𝟮𝟯 Use the #AmericanIdol App Go to americanidol.com/vote⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Voting closes during the last commercial break!1753 ways to vote for @wemusic:1️⃣ Text 8 to 𝟮𝟭𝟱𝟮𝟯2️⃣ Use the #AmericanIdol App3️⃣ Go to americanidol.com/vote⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Voting closes during the last commercial break! https://t.co/JnUmC0d3xSIf Wé Ani doesn’t win #AmericanIdol, I just don’t know anymore. 🤷🏻‍♂️ twitter.com/AmericanIdol/s…Season 21 of American Idol has been a very interesting watch so far. With the season finale approaching soon, the remaining finalists will have to prove their mettle to be considered worthy of winning the title. Viewers will have to stay tuned to find out who makes it all the way to the end.Don't forget to tune in to a never seen before episode on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC.