HomeMusic: AC‘American Idol’ recap: Jimmie Allen mentors as America takes the reins‘American Idol’ recap: Jimmie Allen mentors as America takes the reinsMon, April 11, 2022 by ABC NewsSHARE NOW ABC/Karen NealNow that the Top 24 have been decided, it’s America’s turn to take the reins on American Idol.Sunday’s episode saw half of the contestants being mentored by country star Jimmie Allen, who was a previous contestant on the show, making it to the Top 40 during season 10, the year Scotty McCreery won. Not only did he serve as mentor, he also treated everyone to a performance of his new song, “Down Home.”Here are the contestants who performed and their song selections:Jay: “I Want You Back,” The Jackson 5 Elli Rowe: “Everywhere,” Fleetwood MacTristen Gressett: “With a Little Help from My Friends,” The Beatles/Joe CockerScarlet: “Levitating,” Dua LipaSage: “Jolene,” Dolly PartonDanielle Finn: “Your Song,” Elton JohnMike Parker: “Best Shot,” Jimmie Allen Emyrson Flora: “Angels Like You,” Miley Cyrus Dan Marshall: “Heaven,” Bryan AdamsJacob Moran: “In My Blood,” Shawn MendesHunterGirl: “Banjo,” Rascal FlattsNicolina: “Elastic Heart,” Sia Tonight, the remaining contestants, mentored by pop superstar Bebe Rexha, will take the stage for a chance to win America’s votes.American Idol returns Monday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.Copyright © 2022, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.