How did you feel when Simon said he loved your performance Tuesday, yet Randy and Kara did not?
Kara is usually on my side, but you know what, it was a great way to go out, because going out with Simon calling you brilliant and comparing you to Nat King Cole is pretty much the best way I could go. I mean it's better than going out like "That's the worse you've ever done, have a good day."

What was going through your head when you were eliminated?
I was at complete peace with myself, because I went out doing what I love to do. That's what I wanted to do, play piano, I wanted play jazz and meet my idols and I actually accomplished everything I had to do. So I knew I did a good job and I appreciated Simon's comments and I'm moving on.

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