American Idol Oldies 2008: Top 11 Week

Heard a song on FOX's American Idol and wondered what the original was like, who performed it first (or had the biggest hit with it), and where you can buy it? Wonder no more... if it's from the Fifties, Sixties, or Seventies, this list will tell you all you need to know. Click on the song title to hear/see a clip of the original version, "Purchase" to purchase the download, and "Buy the CD" to compare prices on the artist's greatest hits CD. NOTE: This list is only for the purpose of identifying oldies songs on American Idol; if what you want isn't listed here, try our Top 40 guide.

2008 (Season Seven): Top 11 Week

Theme: The Beatles (Part Two)

Contestant: Amanda Overmyer
Song: "Back In The U.S.S.R."
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Contestant: Kristy Lee Cook
Song: "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away"
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Contestant: David Archuleta
Song: "The Long And Winding Road"
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Contestant: Michael Johns
Song: "A Day In The Life"
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Contestant: Brooke White
Song: "Here Comes The Sun"
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Contestant: David Cook
Song: "Day Tripper"
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Contestant: Carly Smithson
Song: "Blackbird"
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Contestant: Jason Castro
Song: "Michelle"
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Contestant: Syesha Mercado
Song: "Yesterday"
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Contestant: Chikezie Eze
Song: "I've Just Seen A Face"
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Contestant: Ramiele Malubay
Song: " I Should Have Known Better"
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