A leaked video from the October 6 episode of “The Voice” showcases a new standout moment when 18-year-old New York singer Ava Nat delivers a breathtaking performance of Gracie Abrams’ “I Love You, I’m Sorry.” Her heartfelt audition earns three chair turns and sparks a spirited battle among coaches, each eager to mentor her.
Ava Nat Stuns With Broadway-Level Vocals
From the first note in the video, Ava draws the audience in with her raw, charismatic delivery. Her family watches nervously from the sidelines, cheering her on with excitement. The supportive relatives grow super excited as chairs begin to turn around, and by the end of the performance, the crowd erupts in applause.
Snoop Dogg turns his chair quickly and praises her talent.
“You were performing as if you were on Broadway,” he says. “I could hear that you we’re young,” he says, but tells Ava her skillset is something that is usually developed later in an artist’s career. His words highlight just how advanced Ava’s vocal ability is for her young age.
Coaches Compare Ava Nat to Olivia Rodrigo & Gracie Abrams
Other coaches echo the admiration, complimenting her tone and her ability to connect with lyrics. One compares her to both Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo, saying she sang “as if she was reading straight out of a journal.” The unique blend of vulnerability and confidence makes her performance unforgettable.
The coaches shower the youthful singer with flattery, pitching themselves to work with Ava. Some focus on her vocal training history, while others emphasize artistry and storytelling. The intensity of their efforts make it clear Ava had impressed them all.
Ava Chooses Her Coach Based on Emotional Connection
After listening carefully, Ava explains her decision.
“I wanted to go with the coach I felt the most emotional connection to when they talked about lyrics,” she says. With that, she officially joins her new team, drawing cheers from her family and applause across the studio.
Ava admits that she doesn’t have any theatre background but was more interested in pop and jazz. The comparisons to today’s most admired singer-songwriters only fuels speculation that she could go far in the competition.
Ava Nat’s blind audition proved she has both the voice and the presence to shine on one of music’s biggest stages. With her family’s support and her coach’s guidance, she may just become the voice to watch this season.
“The Voice” airs on NBC at 8 p.m. Eastern time on Mondays and Tuesdays.
