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American Idol News: Fantasia Talks ‘Lose to Win’ and Her Return

American Idol” third season winner Fantasia returned to the show that made her a star, performing her new single “Lose to Win” on the April 18 elimination broadcast.

The 28-year-old North Carolina native dedicated the song to families in need, especially those in Boston and Texas following the recent tragedies.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter after her performance, Fantasia also remembered her own “Idol” family — especially those at her side in the series’ first-ever all-girl top 4.

Now, after five seasons of male winners, Idol will again have a female champ. Hear what Fantasia had to say about season 12, Nicki Minaj’s impact on music and “Idol”  in the interview below. [Scroll down to watch her performance of “Lose to Win.”]

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