Summary

• American Idol season 20 winner Noah Thompson has released new music since the show, including several singles and an EP.
• Since his American Idol victory, Noah has collaborated with country music superstar Luke Combs.
• Despite being dropped by his record label, Noah continues his music journey as an independent artist, proving his potential as a rising country music star.

American Idol winner Noah Thompson has been busy since taking home the season 20 crown in 2022. Noah, a then-20-year-old construction worker, auditioned for the show when his best friend Arthur signed him up. Noah had no prior performing experience, but Arthur believed in Noah's raw talent. He knew that he would never try out for the show on his own. Noah impressed the judges – Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan – with his rendition of "Giving You Up" by Kameron Marlowe and earned his golden ticket to Hollywood.

During his American Idol journey, Noah grew as an artist. He put his own spin on songs, such as "Falling" by Harry Styles, "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King, and "Heartbreak Warfare" by John Mayer. He was impressive when he sang the unexpected choice of "Stay" by Rihanna during his Hollywood Week Showstoppers routine. He performed the song again for his final American Idol performance and somehow sang it even better than the first time. Although the competition was very important to him, he cared most about being the best father he could possibly be to his then-1-year-old son, Walker. Since winning American Idol, Noah has shared his many accomplishments with his fans.

Noah Thompson Releases Music After American Idol

Noah Has Released An EP & Several Singles

After the success of his American Idol single "One Day Tonight," which reached number one on the music charts, Noah followed it up with two other songs. In July 2022, he released a country version of "Stay," his signature song from American Idol. He followed that up in October 2022 with "Make You Rich," a song that was in the running to be his first single. In an interview with Country Now, Noah revealed that on American Idol, he was pitched some songs, but he chose "One Day Tonight" for his first single after going back and forth between that song and "Make You Rich."

However, Noah shared that he loved the message of "Make You Rich." He emphasized the importance of his family and friends, and he "thought that would be a really good song for me to do just to show me as a person, because I was the American Idol winner that went home and got on our freaking lawnmower and cut the grass." Noah added that he wanted people to know that he will never forget who he is by sticking to his roots. Staying true to his words, Noah returned home to Kentucky to film the music video for the song, which includes scenes of him and his son.

In July 2023, Noah released his debut EP, Middle of God Knows Where, which includes the songs "One Day Tonight," "She Gets It From Me," "Make You Rich," "Stay," and two songs co-written by Noah, "Us No More" and "Middle of God Knows Where."

Noah Collaborated With Country Superstar Luke Combs

A Song Noah Co-Wrote Is Featured On Luke's Album Fathers & Sons

In a June 2024 Instagram post, Noah announced that one of the songs that he'd co-written, "Front Door Famous," would be included on country music superstar Luke Combs' album Fathers & Sons. Noah co-wrote the song with Luke, Blake Densmore, Nick Columbia, and Robert Snyder.

In his post, Noah wrote that the team started writing "Front Door Famous" about two years ago. It was one of the very first songs that he had the chance to write. He said that he traveled back and forth from Nashville to Kentucky, staying in Airbnbs every week while they were writing it.

Noah wrote that "Front Door Famous" always "felt very special, we just didn’t know how special it truly was. This song was originally written about my little boy, fast forward 2 years later Luke heard it and got to put his own spin on it." He concluded by saying that he couldn't thank Luke enough for taking a chance on the song, and that he hopes that his fans love it just as much as he does.

Noah Thompson Has Been On Tour

Noah Toured With American Idol Season 20 Runner-Up HunterGirl

American Idol season 20 winner Noah and runner-up HunterGirl's co-headlining tour wrapped up in December 2022 in St. Louis, Missouri after several dates that began in October 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. He also played a show on New Year's Eve 2022, co-headlining with singer Chase Matthew at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville, Kentucky. Noah also performed at CMA Fest 2022 and 2023, and opened for country star Cooper Alan during his tour in October 2023. Noah has played many additional shows around the country as well.

Noah Thompson Became An Independent Artist

Noah Was Dropped By His Record Label In May 2024

In May 2024, Noah was dropped by his record label, 19 Recordings. However, in a June 2024 video posted to his Instagram page, Noah concluded by saying, "I just wanted to let ya'll know that we're far from done. This is just the beginning. And I love y'all very much."

Noah has had season 20 in 2022. He has released new music to much acclaim. In addition, his live performances have delighted fans all over the country. He was even nominated for a People's Choice Award for The Competition Contestant of 2022. Although he was dropped from his record label, Noah's collaboration with Luke Combs proves that he has the potential to become one of country music's brightest stars. With his amazing voice and charismatic stage presence, Noah has a fantastic future ahead of him as he continues his journey into the world of country music.

American Idol is available to stream on Hulu.

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