Candice Glover is from St. Helena Island, South Carolina. She's the winner of the 12th season of American Idol. This makes her the first female winner of the show since Jordin Sparks won in 2007. She is also the fourth African American Idol winner in history. During her audition in Season 12, Glover sang "Syrup & Honey" by Duffy, where she received a standing ovation. Judge Randy Jackson said that she was the best performer by far in the competition. Mariah Carey called her singing, "The best singing we have heard thus far." In the show, she covered "Lovesong" by The Cure and broke down in tears after receiving a standing ovation. Jackson commented that it was not only one of the best American Idol performances in its history, but very well may be the one of the best performances ever on any talent show. On the day of Glover's Idol victory, her debut single, "I Am Beautiful," was released to music store outlets. In 2014, Glover released her album, Music Speaks. Candice Glover continues to tour the globe.