• Slater Nalley performed 'Atlantic City' by Bruce Springsteen on 'American Idol' during the Judges' Song Contest.
• Luke Bryan selected the Springsteen song for Nalley, noting that the contestant already had a similar vibe.
• Judges praised Nalley's energy and performance abilities, and Nalley expressed gratitude for audience support.

Slater Nalley, a contestant on 'American Idol,' performed Bruce Springsteen's 'Atlantic City' during an episode featuring the Judges' Song Contest. In this contest, judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan each selected a song for every contestant. Nalley chose Springsteen's song out of three options. The performance was part of the episode that decided the season's Top 7 contestants. Nalley had previously secured his spot in the Top 8 after singing Reba McEntire's 'Whoever's in New England'.

• What: Slater Nalley performed Bruce Springsteen's 'Atlantic City' on 'American Idol'.
• Who: Slater Nalley, Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Bruce Springsteen.
• When: May 5, 2025 (date of article update and event). The song was released by Bruce Springsteen in 1993.
• Where: 'American Idol' stage.

The article focuses on Slater Nalley's performance of 'Atlantic City' on 'American Idol'. Luke Bryan's song selection for Nalley and the positive feedback from all three judges suggest that Nalley's performance was well-received. The contestant's own comments about enjoying his time on the show and appreciating the audience's support further emphasize a positive narrative. The fact that this performance helped decide the Top 7 contestants underscores the importance of this particular episode.

I loved the way you did bring the energy to it. It was great.

Everybody’s more talented than the next. I’ve never been in a situation where I can’t tell who’s the most talented, because everybody here is just equally talented, and it’s going to be really hard for America to vote.

I’m so happy to be here. I’m happy to be able to share my music with everybody, and the response has been great from everybody, so it’s been cool to see that.

Slater Nalley's performance of Bruce Springsteen's 'Atlantic City' on 'American Idol' was a significant moment in the competition. The judges praised his energy and performance, and Nalley expressed his gratitude for the opportunity. This performance contributed to determining the Top 7 contestants, highlighting the importance of song choice and stage presence in the competition.