American Idol Winners In Order List

Ever since Kelly Clarkson belted out "A Moment Like This" back in 2002, American Idol has been a staple in our living rooms, churning out one star after another. So, let's take a stroll down memory lane and meet the American Idol winners in order, shall we?

Season 1: Kelly Clarkson

Our journey begins with the original queen of Idol, Kelly Clarkson. This Texas gal won our hearts with her powerful vocals and down-to-earth personality. Her debut single, "A Moment Like This," became the best-selling single of 2002, and she's been breaking records ever since.

Season 2: Ruben Studdard

Ruben Studdard, the Velvet Teddy Bear, took home the crown in Season 2. His smooth R&B vocals had us swooning, and his debut album, "Soulful," went platinum. Fun fact: Ruben was the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Flying Without Wings," reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Season 3: Fantasia Barrino

Fantasia, or Fantasia Barrino as she was known then, brought her powerful pipes and emotional performances to the Idol stage. Her debut single, "I Believe," became a global hit, and she's since become a Broadway sensation, starring in "The Color Purple."

Season 4: Carrie Underwood

Country music's reigning queen, Carrie Underwood, burst onto the scene in Season 4. Her debut single, "Inside Your Heaven," became a massive hit, and her first album, "Some Hearts," is the best-selling debut country album of all time. Carrie's gone on to become a seven-time Grammy winner and one of the best-selling musical artists of all time.

Season 5: Taylor Hicks

Soulful singer-songwriter Taylor Hicks brought his unique style and swagger to the Idol stage. His debut single, "Do I Make You Proud," became a top-five hit, and his self-titled album went platinum. Fun fact: Taylor was the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Do I Make You Proud," debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Season 6: Jordin Sparks

At just 17 years old, Jordin Sparks became the youngest winner of American Idol. Her debut single, "Tattoo," became a top-five hit, and her self-titled album went platinum. Jordin's gone on to become a successful actress and entrepreneur, launching her own skincare line, Sparkle by Jordin Sparks.

Season 7: David Cook

Rockstar David Cook took home the crown in Season 7, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "The Time of My Life," debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, "David Cook," went platinum, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 8: Kris Allen

Folk-pop singer-songwriter Kris Allen won our hearts with his acoustic performances and charming personality. His debut single, "No Boundaries," became a top-twenty hit, and his self-titled album went gold. Fun fact: Kris is the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "No Boundaries," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart.

Season 9: Lee Dewyze

Indie rocker Lee Dewyze took home the crown in Season 9, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Beautiful Like You," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, "Live It Up," went gold, and he's since become a successful musician and family man.

Season 10: Scotty McCreery

Country crooner Scotty McCreery won our hearts with his deep voice and southern charm. His debut single, "I Love You This Big," became a top-twenty hit, and his self-titled album went platinum. Scotty's gone on to become a successful country music artist, with four number-one singles to his name.

Season 11: Phillip Phillips

Indie rocker Phillip Phillips took home the crown in Season 11, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Home," debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, "The World from the Side of the Moon," went platinum, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

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Season 12: Candice Glover

Soulful singer Candice Glover took home the crown in Season 12, becoming the first Idol winner to have her coronation song, "I Am Beautiful," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. Her debut album, "Music Speaks," went gold, and she's since become a successful musician and entrepreneur, launching her own clothing line, Candice & Co.

Season 13: Caleb Johnson

Rocker Caleb Johnson took home the crown in Season 13, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "As Long as You Love Me," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, "Testify," went gold, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 14: Nick Fradiani

Indie rocker Nick Fradiani took home the crown in Season 14, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Beautiful Life," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, "Hurricane," went gold, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 15: Trent Harmon

Soulful singer Trent Harmon took home the crown in Season 15, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Falling," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, "You Are Here," went gold, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 16: Maddie Poppe

Folk-pop singer-songwriter Maddie Poppe took home the crown in Season 16, becoming the first Idol winner to have her coronation song, "Going Going Gone," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. Her debut album, "Whirlwind," went gold, and she's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 17: Laine Hardy

Blues-rock singer-songwriter Laine Hardy took home the crown in Season 17, becoming the first Idol winner to have his coronation song, "Flame," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, "Here's to Anyone," went gold, and he's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

Season 18: Just Sam

Soulful singer Just Sam took home the crown in Season 18, becoming the first Idol winner to have her coronation song, "Rise Up," debut at number one on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. Her debut album, "The Show Must Go On," went gold, and she's since become a successful musician and philanthropist.

And there you have it, folks! The American Idol winners in order. From Kelly Clarkson to Just Sam, these talented singers have graced our screens and filled our hearts with their incredible performances. So, the next time you're feeling inspired to belt out a tune in the shower, remember these Idol winners and let their music guide you.

After all, as Kelly Clarkson once said, "Music is a universal language that brings people together." So, let's keep singing, keep dancing, and keep spreading joy, one note at a time. Because, as these Idol winners have shown us, music truly is the soundtrack to our lives.