Jessica Sanchez performed “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” by Jennifer Holiday on American Idol Season 11 Top 4 “California Dreamin Week” Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Click to watch her first performance here.

The judges:

Randy Jackson: You guys are in it. You are phenomenal.

Jennifer Lopez: It seems like a race to the finish here.

Steven Tyler: Another winning performance, just over the top.

So far, Sanchez has received 5 unanimous standing ovations for her performances, 3 from solo performances, one for group performance, and one for a duet. This made her one of the front-runners in the competition.

Hollie Cavanagh performed “I Can’t Make You Love Me” by Bonnie Raitt on American Idol Season 11 Top 4 “California Dreamin Week” Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Click to watch her first performance here.

According to the judges:

Randy Jackson: You are different type of singer than Bonnie Raitt.

Jennifer Lopez: It’s easier to sing the song when you have heartbreak.

Steven Tyler: It felt short on the dynamic range.

Watch the video below: