hey know that I begin every one of my recaps singing This isThe Voice!
Its so catchy, how can you not?
Anyway, this isThe Voiceand these are the Blind Auditions (not as catchy).
THE VOICE — Blind Auditions — Pictured: Khalea Lynee — (Photo by: Justin Lubin/NBC).Justin Lubin/NBC
Its harsh but true!
Yet, that sincere pitch is not enough.
Ricky Braddy, Nashville, Tenn.Song:The Story by Brandi CarlileWHAT IS THIS EPISODE DOING TO ME?
Kelly did, too.
She knows the exact spot where this song lets a talented singer SOAR, and thats what Ricky does.
Kelly doesnt turn, which is confusing, but the other coaches duke it out.
Blake doesnt even realize it and starts apologizing to the girl for crushing her dreams, but surprise!
Shes going home to mama Kelly.
Thats what Kellys after.
Well see if it pays off!
Hes got runs, hes got power, he has a falsetto that kills.
Even Kelly, his sole chair turn (dreams do come true, Steve!)
Plus, this singer-songwriter puts her own spin on it and the arrangement is excellent.
So excellent, in fact, that both Gwen and John want her on their teams.
Jo James, Austin, Tex.Song:It Aint Over Till Its Over by Lenny KravitzPoor Jo!
John thinks Jo has the raw talent but needs to work on cohesive storytelling.
Khalea Lynee, St. Petersburg, Fla.Song:Best Part by H.E.R.
Ill be thinking about that all night, thanks.
There is nothing left.
She is soulful and smooth, and the coaches love how deliberate she is with her choices throughout.
She doesnt need to go for broke at any point, she knows exactly what shes doing.
Has John Legend ever fought this hard for a contestant?
He even sings her some Anita Baker, Khaleas favorite artist, for good measure.
And were heading into them with just one spot available on each team.
A true battle to the death!
Or, you know, to the Battle Rounds.
