One young woman’s breathtaking performance of a song made famous by Josh Groban touched one of the judges on The Voice so deeply, he couldn’t hold back his tears.
Whether you’re competing in sports, a spelling bee, or a singing competition, success means constantly pushing yourself to be better than ever. One wrong move, or a single missed note, can make the difference between staying in the game or going home.
That’s the pressure Carlotta Bach, a contestant on The Voice of Germany, was facing when she stepped onto the stage to perform “You Raise Me Up.” But instead of letting nerves get the best of her, she gave a performance that stopped everyone in their tracks. Her voice was so moving, it brought one of the judges to tears.
Though Carlotta looked a bit nervous at first, you wouldn’t know it from her voice. Her pitch-perfect rendition made her sound like a seasoned performer, someone who has spent years commanding the stage and wowing audiences.
At about the one-minute mark in the video, the camera catches a touching moment—one of the judges shifting forward in his seat, clearly moved by her voice, with tears welling up in his eyes. By the end of the song, he couldn’t hold back his excitement, jumping up from his seat and shouting “Yes!” with pure joy.
The performance left both the judges and the audience on their feet, giving her a well-deserved standing ovation, accompanied by thunderous applause and cheers.
It’s easy to see why. Carlotta’s voice is nothing short of incredible, and her raw talent was on full display that night. Anyone who heard her sing would know she’s a star in the making.