sentences:  Kelly Clarkson, Justin Guarini, Nikki McKibbin, and Tamyra Gray each recorded a version of the song in case one of them won the season.It was first performed live by Clarkson and Guarini during the final showdown of "American Idol" at the Kodak Theatre on September 3, 2002.It was then performed by Clarkson during the grand finale on September 4, 2002 before winning the title.