During a recent episode of ‘American Idol,’ contestant Madai ChaKell found herself in a heated exchange with judge Luke Bryan, resulting in a tense atmosphere and mixed reactions from viewers.

After receiving a ‘no’ vote from Bryan during her first audition, tensions were already high when ChaKell performed ‘Tattooed Heart’ by Ariana Grande. Her voice cracked, leading her to stop and request a re-do, eventually opting to perform acapella. Bryan commented on her shaky voice, to which she responded with snark, mocking his own vocal abilities.

Despite being given a second chance and positive feedback from Bryan, the atmosphere between the two remained tense. Viewers sided with Bryan, criticizing ChaKell’s attitude and demeanor during the audition.

As the incident gained attention, fans expressed their opinions on social media, with some noting ChaKell’s unlikeable behavior and others praising the show for providing her with a second opportunity.

The New York Post reached out to ChaKell’s representatives for comment but has not received a response at the time of publication.