When Calum Scott performed on America’s Got Talent last month, he gave an unforgettable performance of his hit song “You Are the Reason.” His voice was as powerful and emotional as ever, but what made this performance truly special was the addition of South African dancer Musa Motha.
Musa, a 28-year-old cancer survivor, brought a new level of beauty to the stage. Even though he lost a leg to cancer he danced as if none of his sorrows exist with incredible grace and strength. It was amazing to watch how his movements perfectly synced with Calum’s song. It felt like the music and the dance were speaking the same language–––and the audience couldn’t help but be moved by their shared story.
You Are The Reason — Musa Motha and Calum Scott
As Musa dropped his walking sticks and began dancing, the connection between him and Calum was instant. They worked together like they had been performing together for years, and their energy was contagious. The crowd was clearly impressed by how they blended singing and dancing so effortlessly.
Calum was so impressed by Musa that he stopped to praise him during the performance. “You are a huge role model,” Calum said. “You’re so incredible. Bringing friends up on stage with me is a treat and a blessing, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. You are gonna be a rockstar!” Musa was clearly touched, saying, “It is a huge honor—I could not believe it when I found out that I would be performing with him. This is a dream come true.” The moment was so emotional, and it was clear how much it meant to both of them.
The video of their performance quickly went viral, gaining more than 4.6 million views in just a couple of months; this was unreal for Calum and Musa. Fans couldn’t stop praising them in the comments, with one saying, “I’m crying. Is anyone cutting onions? Wow.” Another said, “The emotion from Calum’s singing and Musa’s dancing is heart-wrenching perfection. Two amazing performers!” The performance had everyone feeling something deep inside.
If you don’t know Calum Scott, he became famous in 2015 after getting the Golden Buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent. His debut album, Only Human (2018), features emotional songs like “You Are the Reason” and “Dancing on My Own.” His powerful voice–––alongside heartfelt lyrics, has made him a favorite of many music lovers.
Golden boy Calum Scott hits the right note
Musa Motha, on the other hand, is an inspiration and an incredible person worth knowing all on his own. After losing his leg to cancer, he didn’t give up on his passion of dancing. Watching him move with so much skill and passion for dance was a reminder that one can achieve anything and everything if you have the will to keep going.
Together, Calum and Musa created a performance that went beyond just singing and dancing. It was an emotional and decisive moment that showed us to believe in what we love and that we will get near it. If you want to see more of Calum’s music, make sure to check out his YouTube channel and follow him on social media for all his latest updates.
You won’t want to miss what these two incredible performers do next!