Teen country singer John Foster is one step closer ... taking off from the Iberville Parish Jail. In anticipation of the concert, a few thousand faithful fans gathered around the covered stage ...

with fans raving that he’ll still have a big career, despite coming in second place on the show. “Congratulations to John Foster! We think you’re a great American and we love your music.

John seemingly had a disappointed look on his face before the winner was revealed, leading fans to speculate that he saw what was written in the envelope first.

Jamal Roberts and John Foster were the final two on Season 23 ... look on his face before the winner was revealed, leading fans to speculate that he saw what was written in the envelope first.