Some singers have a special way of standing out and Courtney Hadwin is one of them. Her performances on The Voice Kids UK 2017 were full of energy passion and talent. Whether singing in a group or performing alone she made a strong impression on both the audience and the judges. Her journey on the show proved that she was more than just a contestant she was a star in the making.
One of her most exciting moments was during the Battles round when she performed “Dancing in the Street” with Eboni and Hollie. This classic song by Martha Reeves & The Vandellas is fun and lively and all three singers did a great job. Even though they were singing together Courtney managed to stand out with her unique voice and confident stage presence. Their performance was full of energy and the judges including will.i.am Pixie Lott and Danny Jones were clearly impressed.
Courtney, Eboni, Hollie – ‘Dancing In The Street’: Battles | The Voice Kids UK 2017
What made Courtney’s performance special was the way she added her own style to the song. While her teammates had strong voices Courtney’s raspy tone and natural confidence made her performance even more powerful. She didn’t just sing she brought the song to life with her movements and emotions. It was clear that she wasn’t just copying other singers; she was performing in her own way.
Later in the competition Courtney took the stage alone in the Live Final to sing “And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going.” This song from Dreamgirls is known for being very difficult to sing because it has big emotional high notes. But Courtney gave it her all delivering a strong and passionate performance. She controlled her voice perfectly switching between soft and powerful moments leaving the judges and audience amazed.
Courtney performs ‘And I’m Telling You’: Live Final | The Voice Kids UK 2017
Looking at her journey on the show it was easy to see how much she had grown. Her first performance showed she could work well in a group but her final performance proved she had the talent to stand alone. She performed with heart skill and confidence showing that she was ready for a bigger stage beyond the competition.
Courtney’s time on The Voice Kids UK was just the start of her music career. Since then she has gained even more fans and her performances continue to be watched by millions. To see what she’s up to next follow her on social media and YouTube.