The Early Show

Jennifer Hudson rocks out on "The Early Show"

By Amanda Cochran

June 14, 2011 / 2:02 PM EDT / CBS News

Jennifer Hudson sings "Happy Birthday" to a young girl in attendance at the singer's performance on "The Early Show."

Stay tuned for her full performance on "The Early Show," Friday, June 17.

Jennifer Hudson performs on "The Early Show" plaza in New York.

Jennifer Hudson and "The Early Show" co-anchor Chris Wragge talk during a break between performances.

Jennifer Hudson, a former "American Idol" contestant, recently released her sophomore album, "I Remember Me."

Jennifer Hudson and "Early Show" co-anchor Chris Wragge on stage during the "Early Show" summer concert series.

Stay tuned for her full performance on "The Early Show," Friday, June 17.