I’m glad it works for her, as it’s gotten her to this point.
According to John Legend, “I’m 45.
I can do whatever I want now.”
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Obviously he’s referring to life, but also adulting.
Now, to the actual mentor session.
John pitsAri CamilleagainstBryson Battle.
Both Ari and Bryson are in awe of Coco, but Ari aspires to be like her.
She admires a strong, Black woman making it on her own in the industry.
Like Coco, she’s an actress as well as a singer.
She’s relishing in this moment.
Like Ari, Bryson is studying musical theater.
He is actually missing out on his opportunity to play Jesus inJesus Christ Superstarat Berklee College of Music.
She knows exactly what to pull out of them.
It’s easily one of the strongest mentor sessions we’ve seen.
This Battle is quite unique.
Bryson wants to be on Broadway.
This all makes sense in his performance.
He feels like a performer.
Ari Camille, on the other hand, exudes star quality.
It’s effortless.She could easily follow in the footsteps of Coco Jones.
Just in what she’s wearing, there is a star on that stage.
The difficulty of this show is it’s calledThe Voice.
He uses his steal.
The OG and rookie make compelling pitches, but Ari decides to join Team Adam.
It’s a brilliant steal.
Song selection will be Ari’s key to success.
John Legend has another difficult battle between two similar yet unique singers:Antonio RamseyandBD.ii.
There is certainly a universe in which these two men could form an R&B duo.
Certainly the world needs a newK-Ci & JoJo, right?
My future dream duo take on “Just Friends (Sunny)” byMusiq Soulchild.
It’s a classic track that brings out the best of both singers.
Antonio Ramsey wasthe Coach Replay recipient,so the stakes are already quite high for him.
BD.ii, on the other hand, has the pressure of being a four-chair turn.
He has much more to prove.
Both singers look like they are made to groove together.
The coaches truly underestimated his potential.
He is hoping a jazz track will ignite a fire on stage.
Will there be chemistry?
That’s the bigger question.
Throughout their rehearsal package, you could not have an odder couple.
Between height, sound, and style, Hayden and Lucia are very much living in two different worlds.
The interesting thing about this pair is Hayden is naturally a jazz singer.
Speaking of people who do things out of the box,Kate Hudsonis back.
Hayden and Lucia are taking on a classic jazz standard in “My Funny Valentine.”
There are countless covers, so bringing your own spark to the song is essential.
Hayden sang the song as if he was impersonating Michael Buble.
It’s like whenLady Gagaput out an entire duet album withTony Bennettfor the first time.
We knew that Tony Bennett could sing these songs.
It was Lady Gaga who stopped the show.
Lucia does the same.
The tone, the vibrato.
So, maybe the MBs are in tune with one another.
Adam selects Lucia as the winner.
Sadly, it’s the end of the road for Hayden.
Such was the case for Adam’s Battle pairing ofTori TempletandGrace-Miller Moody.
Perhaps that’s why we do not see the full performance, butAdam gives the victory to Grace-Miller Moody.
Oh, and it happened to be the night she officially joined the Opry.
Will any of her artists have that honor one day?
Let’s find out.
It’s time for the Battle betweenAlanna LyniseandBrook Wood.
Both singers have such adoration for one another.
Yes, some people just live in their own musical bubbles.
Give it up for the ladies!
They both offer immense support for one another thatit seems more than a collaboration rather than a battle.
Brook infuses some country twang into lines.
Alanna is slightly outmatched in pure intensity, but makes up in emotional connection.
Kelsea knows that this is a difficult decision but ultimately picks Alanna to stay.
It’s time for a literal country love fest.
And who better to guide a male and female country singer than Little Big Town?
Certainly, there was a Little Big Town song that could have been cleared for this moment!
Both singers are young.
They are novices when it comes to duets.
No better time than the present to test out those skills.
Hailey is in the pocket when she comes in.
Her voice is quite lived-in, and she seems much more relaxed, plus her classic tone is pristine.
When she comes out of the chorus, you truly might believeReba McEntirewas back in the building.
But let’s discuss that twirl Jaelen gives Hailey at the end.
It’s just a matter of who wins and who the loser lands with.Kelsea gives the win to Jaelen.
Shes an artist for the underdogs!
Team Buble or Team Erivo
In today’s edition of whyCynthia Erivorules, everything.
Does she have any free time to become a full-time coach next season?
Not only is she an expert in musical knowledge, she’s fun.
She goes along with Michael Buble’s stupid dad jokes about making babies as if they are actually brilliant.
We most certainly can hold space for that.
WhenBarryJean FontenotandKaiya Hamiltonarrive for their coaching, fan-girling officially enters the chat.
He feared it was too high, and suddenly, it sounds just right.
Cynthia tells Kaiya to engage her core, allowing her to give her full belt.
Singing “Cry to Me” bySolomon Burke, it’s a powerhouse moment.
Barry Jean is in his comfort zone, even finding the tools to utilize his falsetto.
Kaiya may not have the boom that Barry Jean has, but her tender tone is filled with color.
She shines during their harmonies as it sits right within her range.
Both artists have the potential to move on, but Kaiya has more potential.
Michael Buble does not want to make a decision.
For Team Buble, we sadly don’t see the full performance betweenNaomi SoleilandKameron Jaso.
He gives the victory to Kameron.
Truthfully,release the full performance, cowards!The ladies truly dominate this evening of Battles.
There are some exceptional women this season ofThe Voicethat make things quite exciting.
Can Kelsea win with a female artist?
It’s possible, but the men have some strong contenders on their rosters.
This season is keeping things very interesting!
The Voiceairs Mondays at 8:00pm on NBC.
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