Tongi was one of ten finalists vying for the last stage of the competition yesterday.
American Idol Judges praised Tongi who has garnered widespread support since making his debut on the show three months ago.
Tongi impressed with his sweet and technically-terrific performances of “Lava,” from the Pixar short, and followed up with a touching version of “Father and Son” by Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam, a number that Tongi seemed born to sing.
