Kanye West is gearing up for a performance on this weeks American Idol live show.

It’s a little strange that they have asked Kanye to perform given that the week’s theme is Michael Jackson songs.

The Love Lockdown star will sing Heartless – from his latest album 808s & Heartbreak – on the reality TV show. Former American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson will also appear to sing the fantastic My Life Would Suck Without You.