She stood on the small festival stage, eyes shining as if she carried a secret. When Courtney Hadwin began to sing the first lines of Man in the Mirror, the crowd stilled, drawn to the fire in her young yet soulful voice. It was not just a cover; it felt like a plea, raw and unguarded, echoing far beyond the West Rugby Beer Festival in 2016.
Every note she delivered carried layers of emotion, hope and aching determination. There was a beautiful contrast in her presence: a shy young girl one moment, and the next is a bold powerhouse channeling the spirit of Michael Jackson’s timeless anthem. Her voice rose and fell like a tide, powerful yet fragile reminding everyone that true strength often comes from vulnerability.
Courtney Hadwin – Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson Cover) West Beer Festival 2016
Fans who were there still talk about how she made them feel. Some said it felt as if she was singing directly to their hearts, urging them to change something in their lives. One listener described it perfectly: “She sings like she is not afraid of the truth.” Honesty is what has made Courtney Hadwin unforgettable even in her earliest performances.
Years later, Courtney would step into a new chapter with songs of her own. DNA is one of those moments where she not only interprets music, but claims it. It feels like the story of a girl who has grown into her voice, finding a fierce rhythm and an unshakable identity, while still carrying the soul that first captivated her audience.
Courtney Hadwin – D.N.A (Official Visualiser)
DNA is pulsing, confident, and magnetic. There is a heat to the track, both in its sound and its words as if she is daring you to step closer and feel every beat. The playful yet commanding lyric “I want to get all up in your DNA” becomes a hook that lingers long after the song ends. It is the kind of track that proves she is not only a singer but an artist shaping her world.
Courtney Hadwin’s journey is about fearless honesty and unpolished magic. From a young girl covering legends to a bold artist writing her future, she carries a rare voice that cuts straight to the heart. Follow Courtney Hadwin on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. The next song might be precisely what you need.