Rodney Barber Sings “I’ll Be” in American Idol 2013 Charlotte Auditions on January 23 (VIDEO) Tweet January 23, 2013 at 09:44PM EST by Wetpaint Entertainment Staff Related: American Idol, Music , Season 12 , Season 12 Episode 6 , Season 12 Episode 3 Credit: FOX Not only did the American Idol judges feel inspired by Rodney Barber’s story about being homeless, they adored his voice and sent him to Hollywood.