Melanie Amaro, 19, won the FOX singing competition “The X Factor” on Thursday night, earning a $5 million dollar contract from Simon Cowell’s Sony Music-owned record label “SyCo” and a starring role in a new commercial from the show sponsor Pepsi.

After being declared the winner, an emotional Amaro dropped to her knees in prayer and wept with joy.

After a public vote, Amaro beat out Josh Krajcik, who finished second, followed by Chris Rene who came in third.

Watch the emotional finale decision below:

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