15 most iconic The Voice blind auditions that will blow your mind 

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The Voice is a singing talent show that prides itself on judging its contestants solely based on their singing skills, rather than any other discriminating factor. When a contest auditions for the show, they perform in front of four judges, who only get to hear their voices and not look at them. The judges have no idea whether the contestants are young or old. Their ethnicity, their background, their appearance, everything remains a mystery until they press the button that turns their chair and selects them. The voice calls this method - The Blind Auditions. Here is a list of the 15 most iconic The Voice Blind Auditions that will blow your mind.

15) Mariah Kalia - idontwannabeyouranymore

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

One of the most iconic performances in the blind auditions of the voice came with the performance of Mariah Kalia, on Billie Eilish's song, – idontwannabeyouranymore. Her performance was vulnerable and she managed to capture the real and raw essence of the song. With her simple delivery and amazing vocals, she managed to put forward the song in a very authentic manner. Her stage presence was phenomenal and coaches were blown away. She was also widely appreciated for her song choice as this song required a lot of technical balance which is tough to master.

14) Jeremy Beloate - Heartbreak Anniversary

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Singer Jeremy Beloate covered the song - Heartbreak Anniversary by Giveon. His cover of this song was full of heartache and heartfelt emotions. Every word he sang came from deep within him. His performance seemed like a soulful R&B rendition. His vocal range was very impressive as he managed to nail, both - the high and the low tones. His voice managed to make a couple of judges turn during the first few lines, and his audition turned into a bidding war between the judges.

13) Kaylee Shimizu- Golden Hour

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Kaylee Shimizu performed Golden Hour by JVKE. Her performance had a dreamy and romantic vibe to it. It actually transported the audience into a serene and emotional moment. Her voice control was phenomenal and her precession remarkable. Through her performance, she showcased her dynamic vocal range, and her stage presence was quiet yet elucidated confidence. The judges loved her refreshing take on the song and praised her for her youthful energy.

12) Zae Romeo - Falling

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Zae Romeo performed the heartbreaking song – Falling by Harry Styles. He turned the song into a balled and with his raw voice managed to convey vulnerable emotions to the audience. It gained a lot of popularity on social media and left a lasting impression. He had a flawless yet unique voice and got a standing ovation by the judges. He managed to take this popular song and turn it into something unique to his style of singing which was loved by the audience.

11) Sydney Sterlace - Driver’s License

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

The song – Drivers License by Olivia Rodrigo was gaining a lot of momentum when Sydney Sterlace chose this song for her audition. She beautifully portrayed the longing that the song encapsulates, and it felt like she was directly singing to the people. She had quite a dynamic buildup in her performance, starting with a soft melody and transitioning it into a powerful and emotional tune. The judges loved her, and Judge Kelly Clarkson was the first one to turn for her.

10) Laura Littleton - Sign of the Times

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Laura Littleton performed another iconic song by Harry Styles. She performed his first solo biggest hit – Sign of the Times. Her performance was unique because of its duality. She not only manages to portray the melancholy the lyrics of the song suggest but also adds a touch of hope to it. Her voice was raspy which added texture to the song. Her performance was specially loved by judge, Blake Shelton, who thought that the grit she had in her voice could do amazing in country music.

9) Gina Miles - The One That Got Away

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Gina Miles added perfection to her audition by choosing to nostalgic Katy Perry song – The One that Got Away. This song is so popular that almost everyone knows the lyrics to it, and yet she managed to bring uniqueness to her performance. Her singing was so soulful that it felt as if she wasn't just singing the lyrics, but narrating her own story. The falsetto she added to her performance, was especially appreciated by Ariana Grande and left a lasting impression on the appreciators of pop music.

8) Mac Royals - Gravity

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Mac Royals chose to audition with John Mayer's song – Gravity. It was a perfect choice as he managed to nail the introspective intensity of the song. He had precision over his vocals and had a perfect transition between soft and powerful notes. The judges really appreciated him for his uniqueness and Judge John Legend even went on to say that Mac is the kind of artist he would love to work with in the future.

7) Fernando Daniel - When We Were Young

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Another legendary audition in The Voice was of Fernando Daniel, who performed the song When We Were Young by none other than Adele. He managed to capture the audience with his unique style of singing which is almost like a story being narrated. His stage presence was also phenomenal and filled with confidence and charisma. Ariana Grande, one of the judges then was obsessed with his performance and vocal range.

6) Dominic Haynes - River

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Dominic Haynes was just 18 years old when he captivated the audience with his blind audition in season 16 of The Voice. He chose to perform the song River by Leon Bridges and with his raspy voice managed to perfectly capture the soulfulness of the song. His timing was perfect and he very authentically transpired the themes of redemption and inner peace that the song inhibits. Adam Levine praised Dominic and said he was his favorite singer in all 16 seasons that he had spent on the show as a judge.

5) Riley Tate Wilson - Dancing on My Own

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

The 15-year-old Riley Tate Wilson became a social media legend when his audition in the voice was uploaded on YouTube. He chose the song, Dancing On My Own by Robyn, and with his impressive vocals delivered a very emotional and deeply moving performance. All four judges were pining after him, but he ended up going with Niall Horan, an ex-member of the band – One Direction as he felt his singing style, matched his most.

4) Wé McDonald - Feeling Good

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Wé McDonald chose the song Feeling Good by Nina Simone for her blind audition during season 11 of the show. Her vocal range was simply impressive and her stage presence was filled with confidence. She had all the four judges turn for her. Her performance felt like an uplifting message of self-empowerment and resonated with the audience. Judge Adam Levine said her voice was unforgettable and was awed by her performance.

3) Jej Vinson - Passionfruit

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Jej Vinson made a daring choice with the selection of the song for his audition. He chose to perform the song Passionfruit by Drake. His performance was unique because of the smooth transition he added to it. His performance clearly showed that he had a deep understanding of music which was showcased by his creativity. He represented the Filipino community, which added to his popularity, and ended up joining the team of Judge Kelly Clarkson.

2) Christina Grimmie - Wrecking Ball

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Christina Grimmie’s blind audition clearly showcased that she is in fact born to perform on the stage. She auditioned during Season Six of the show with the song Wrecking Ball by Miley Cyrus. Her singing was powerful and emotional with incredible range but more than her musical talent, it was her stage presence that gained the attention of the judges. Despite her young age, her confidence and command on stage were like any other pop star. Shakira, who was a judge then, called her a game changer, and all the four judges simply adored her.

1) Jordan Smith - Chandelier

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The Voice USA, Image Source - NBA Peacock

Jordan Smith, for his blind audition in the voice, chose the powerful Pop Anthem by Sia called – Chandelier. Despite having a slightly higher pitch than what a stereotypical male has, he was a symbol of self-acceptance and his amazing performance turned out to be an inspiration for so many other people. The judges were simply awestruck and all four of them turned their chairs for him. His artistic talent is phenomenal and can be clearly seen in his audition.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh
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