'American Idol' crowns winner after Noah Thompson, Huntergirl face off - USA TODAY

Before Season 20 came to a close Sunday night, the final three contestants — Leah Marlene, Huntergirl and Noah Thompson — each made their final plea for America's vote during the three-hour broadcast, which aired live coast-to-coast.

First, they sang songs from Bruce Springsteen, before each singing an original they recorded during their time on "Idol.".

Marlene later took the stage again, singing her original song "Flowers," which she recently released.

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Bryan complimented the contestant's song choice, while Richie added Huntergirl certainly has the look.

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Perry said Huntergirl is "doing something special.".

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“You just swooped in and grabbed every heart in America by singing that song," she said. "You’re just a good guy from Kentucky that might win 'American Idol.' "

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"We are so proud as judges just to say that we actually mentored you on that way to that wonderful place in your career," Richie said

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