The live finale performances required each finalist to deliver three distinct songs: an uptempo crowd-pleaser, a tribute song dedicated to their hometown support system, and their potential coronation single. Voting lines opened at the top of the broadcast and closed just minutes before the confetti dropped.
| Finalist | Core Genre & Background | Key Finale Performance | Final Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Harper | Country / Americana (Mom of 3) | Original Acoustic Ballad (Coronation Track) | Winner (Season 24) |
| Jordan McCullough | Blues-Rock / Soul | Classic Rock Reinterpretation | Runner-Up |
| Keyla Richardson | Gospel / Contemporary R&B | Hometown Gospel Tribute Medley | 3rd Place |
Keyla Richardson exited midway through the broadcast after the first voting cut, taking third place with grace. Her departure set up the direct head-to-head conclusion between Harper and McCullough. Both singers brought completely different stylistic profiles to the final minutes, leaving the ultimate choice down to personal taste rather than technical execution.
