The blind auditions on The Voice never fail to captivate the judges, creating an air of mystery as they listen without seeing the performers. One of the most surprising moments came when 14-year-old Jacob Norton from Colchester, Essex, took the stage on The Voice UK and left the judges in awe.
Jacob’s powerful singing voice is remarkable, especially given his large stature. For his audition, he chose Fred Astaire’s timeless classic, Puttin’ On the Ritz. The song was a perfect fit, as his deep and mature-sounding voice defied his young age.
As Jacob’s strong vocals filled the room, coaches Danny Jones, Will.i.am, and Pixie Lott were taken aback, unable to match the voice to what they imagined. The unexpected richness of his tone made them suspect they were the target of a prank. Intrigued, all three judges quickly turned their chairs to see the singer behind the astonishing voice. Meanwhile, the audience erupted in excitement, rising to their feet in appreciation.
Despite his nerves, Jacob remained composed and delivered a flawless performance. As the song picked up pace, he took the opportunity to engage with the crowd, further cementing his charm and stage presence. His impressive audition left both the judges and audience thoroughly entertained.
However, the moment his performance ended, Jacob’s demeanor shifted from polished performer to an exuberant teenager, unable to contain his excitement. He cheered and jumped with joy, clearly overwhelmed by the response he received.
Pixie Lott was left speechless. “Your voice has such a beautiful depth,” she marveled. “Whoa, I don’t even know what to say! It’s like nothing I’ve ever heard.”
Danny Jones echoed her sentiments, saying, “That voice is so amazing, we’re all at a loss for words. Man, I think it’s awesome.”
After carefully considering the judges’ feedback, Jacob ultimately decided to join Team Danny. Reflecting on his experience, he admitted to being extremely nervous before stepping on stage. “But once I started singing, I just got into it. All I wanted was for at least one person to turn,” he shared. “Getting three turns? That was such a shock—I was afraid no one would turn at all.”