Moments after American Idol contestant performed Smokie Norful’s mournful plea, “I Need You Now”, Smokie’s name began trending on the popular social networking website Twitter.com. Until last night, many young people had never heard of Smokie or his most popular 2002 hit. Langone’s rendition of the song stirred emotions in the hearts of young people who testified their desire to find Jesus in these, their darkest days.
Below is Smokie’s live extended version of “I Need You Now”.
