Scotty McCreery reprises his favorite performance "Gone" and sings George Strait's chosen song for him, "Check Yes Or No", during Round 1 and 2 of American Idol Finale.

Scotty McCreery opens the show with his favorite performance of the year, “Gone.” His next song, “Check Yes or No” was chosen by George Strait for him.

In another first, the three judges did not air their comments in either of the performances I’ve mentioned.

Watch the videos here:

Round 1: Scotty McCreery Sings “Gone”:

Round 2: Scotty McCreery Sings “Check Yes or No”: