Sarah Ikumu Teen Sings "And I Am Telling You" and Gets GOLDEN BUZZER on Britain's Got Talent!

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  • @sosworld9964
    @sosworld9964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2508

    This audition isn’t talked about enough, hands down one of the best performances ever. Not even for her age but for ANYONE! One of the biggest songs in the world and she killed it, in 2021 im still in awe after my 109774th time watching

    • @deirdremorris9234
      @deirdremorris9234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      I agree. I remember watching this then pressing rewind...like 8 times! She is so talented..a super star! She OWNED that stage so well!

    • @shantawilliby8861
      @shantawilliby8861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I definitely agree. She is awesome

    • @marvinkigame2838
      @marvinkigame2838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I totally agree

    • @MsMtz40
      @MsMtz40 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Absolutely AGREE!! Why don't we see more of this GODDESS!??

    • @paulettebrock1686
      @paulettebrock1686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      One of the best EVER IN HISTORY ..

  • @paigerussell3058
    @paigerussell3058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1044

    The fact they allowed her to perform the entire song instead of just a shortened version because she is a talent that definitely deserved the time to be seen and heard.

    • @bettymavhunduke230
      @bettymavhunduke230 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ❤❤Wooow you are a star

    • @GuantanamoBayBarbie3
      @GuantanamoBayBarbie3 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Right? Usually they get roughly 90 seconds. Sarah is one of those exceptional talents that definitely deserved the extra time. She has acting in her blood. I'd love to see her on Broadway or the London equivalent.

    • @jacquelinewilliams6289
      @jacquelinewilliams6289 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Wow😊😊❤❤❤❤

    • @mysaysthings5512
      @mysaysthings5512 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She IS the main act

    • @annemariesmith1978
      @annemariesmith1978 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Awesome ❤

  • @maura9675
    @maura9675 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    I just saw it for the first time in 2024, I cried I felt so privileged to witness such courage and greatness; and she was a teenager!

  • @christophersaldenha4803
    @christophersaldenha4803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1809

    That wasn't an audition, that was a concert !!

  • @ItalianOrlando
    @ItalianOrlando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1063

    I've seen hundreds and hundreds of these auditions and here in 2021, this is STILL the my favorite!!

    • @jameswills8042
      @jameswills8042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mine too, she is amazing

    • @thembelihlemvelase1175
      @thembelihlemvelase1175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here😍

    • @stevenst.martin2544
      @stevenst.martin2544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could not agree more!

    • @johnsonpaul2883
      @johnsonpaul2883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She was entering to win and I wonder why she wasn't winner for sure she is unique and never be like her in AGT ever may be she will return to take what she suppose to have for me she is my queen of music in ❤️ my heart@sarah ikumu@AGT

    • @andersonjimenez4284
      @andersonjimenez4284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jameswills8042 o

  • @nicoleevansfit2007
    @nicoleevansfit2007 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    I am still rewatching this in 2023. Literally the most underrated audition ever. And Simon’s humbling reminder to never doubt a young girl with a big voice and a bigger dream (like he doubted JHud on Idol). AMAZING JOB SARAH👏🏻

    • @imhereforitall9218
      @imhereforitall9218 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He had to eat crow. He was the 1st guest on her show. He claimed when he saw the song choice the show had chose was country he knew then she would struggle. It is a reality show. The winner was already picked before the show started like all reality shows. It enabled Jennifer to put her name out there and she ran with it.

    • @nixwestlake9196
      @nixwestlake9196 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      2024 right here but also watched it in 2023 lol

    • @imhereforitall9218
      @imhereforitall9218 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you have not already you also want to watch her when she was on The Apollo and sanged Glory from Selma. She ate. I mean she ate from the entire menu. Make sure you have tissue because the goosebumps she is going to give. @@nixwestlake9196

    • @ingridphillip5367
      @ingridphillip5367 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I’m here 2024😂🙌💕💕💕🙏🙏 again and again

    • @mileysanimedrawings1168
      @mileysanimedrawings1168 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This girl is absolutely the best she should be out on tour!!

  • @linedanzer4302
    @linedanzer4302 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2822

    This NEVER gets old. This child's voice is the truth!!!

    • @davidlaurenti4314
      @davidlaurenti4314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      I can't count how many times I've listened to this and I am still as blown away as the first time. Aretha Franklin would be proud of this girl.

    • @LV2UXO77
      @LV2UXO77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Totally, made this Classic Iconic Song, her own! What A gift! And you're so right! "This Never Gets Old!"

    • @MzThang-if5lq
      @MzThang-if5lq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      View her on Apollo singing "GLORY", MY LORD JESUS!

    • @LV2UXO77
      @LV2UXO77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@MzThang-if5lq I saw that video as well at the Apollo and she was breathtaking to say the least! Beautiful young lady! She's Amazing!

    • @patriciaking62
      @patriciaking62 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Christine Jackson -She leaves you speechless and breathless holding on to hear more. I know that I’ve listened no less than 20 -30 times a week!!! OMG!!! I would love to buy this in ITunes!!!! I love Jennifers Holiday and HUDSON but they cannot touch this young woman’s version of this song!!! Broadway is calling her name!!!!

  • @arisrap2951
    @arisrap2951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1470

    Are we just going to ignore when she said she’s 15 and is studying in grade 11? That’s talent and brains

    • @vihaze6725
      @vihaze6725 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Yep! Sarah has beauty, brains and talent. She’s the whole package and then some.

    • @goldensunnn554
      @goldensunnn554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      In the UK their education system is different. She's in the right year for her age. But she definitely looks smart tbh

    • @eileenjohnson3021
      @eileenjohnson3021 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Sarah sang that song I know talent because I'm a singer also.

    • @jessiea893
      @jessiea893 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      year 11 isn't equivalent to grade 11 but in the UK you do your GCSE's in year 11 so you're 15/16 years old and then if you go to 6th form/collage you can study A Levels for 2 years which is the qualifications that get you into university and you take those exams at 17/18 years old.

    • @JOKER49022
      @JOKER49022 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was 16. Ugh

  • @marcuslunn8347
    @marcuslunn8347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +293

    Pure raw talent. She sang her heart out and controlled every note that came out of her mouth.

  • @ronaldsavarese2340
    @ronaldsavarese2340 4 ปีที่แล้ว +703

    This by far was the best natural performance I have ever witnessed. I must have watched this set 1000 times or more. She was perfect.

    • @constancelabat5400
      @constancelabat5400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      She was amazing. Natural and very gifted.

    • @mercwindow
      @mercwindow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Possessed as Simon said. She completely thrashed the living daylights out of this classic. I was exhausted by the journey. Just phenomenal

    • @jameswills8042
      @jameswills8042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too,

    • @pamelamorris3469
      @pamelamorris3469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mercwindow take him h he to be

    • @Smileater
      @Smileater 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She truly was
      Watching this in January of 2022, I'll see you soon again

  • @teeharrison2137
    @teeharrison2137 4 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    The way her daddy looks at her with so much pride is something every little girl should see in their daddy’s eyes.

  • @angieo.5745
    @angieo.5745 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    February 2024 and I’m here again..all for it❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @endale9320
    @endale9320 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1509

    "Don't judge the book by its cover ". Before she started singing, the man from the audience said " come on ---pick the right song" he didn't know that she is so talented.

    • @katc2345
      @katc2345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      why did he even have a mic? These planted people in the audience aren't relevant so why are they there?

    • @alexandraing
      @alexandraing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@katc2345 Maybe they spy all the conversation of people in the crowd 😂

    • @donnab2440
      @donnab2440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Wish they capture during and after she SANG

    • @katc2345
      @katc2345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@alexandraing Lol maybe but I think they're miked, they're too loud n clear than a mumble.

    • @kaseyreed797
      @kaseyreed797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Exactly what I said " when I saw that " she definitely showed a lot of people" Never Ever judge anybody.

  • @abbeycollins6075
    @abbeycollins6075 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    I've watched this audition maybe 100 times. Sarah Ikumu should be a household name. She has a golden gift of singing straight from the heavens. Record producers have let her down by not promoting her. They've set a once in a lifetime pearl on the shelf. There's none better than Sarah.

    • @shannonhughes4787
      @shannonhughes4787 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I agree! She's got that soul in her voice that I love to hear!

    • @aprilsinkfield9120
      @aprilsinkfield9120 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I know righ! It's because she's wholesome and not naked singing raunchy

  • @mysteryiro1101
    @mysteryiro1101 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I watched this so many times, 2024. This is my favorite video and singer of this show EVER!! She needs more rocognization!!

  • @OrbObserver
    @OrbObserver 4 ปีที่แล้ว +616

    Just for some context, this song is almost impossible to sing except for the most talented singers. The changes in key, timing, and tone are wild. And she does a great job at 15!

    • @norcal3159
      @norcal3159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I know unbelievable.

  • @shanicelashun888
    @shanicelashun888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +573

    I've watch this like 100 times... She's undeniably good!!! My favorite audition EVER

    • @ZanetaTisi
      @ZanetaTisi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I keep coming back to watch her. Love her

    • @queen-zhaneldee4317
      @queen-zhaneldee4317 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      M2. For me, 101 times😂

    • @damonmatthews5905
      @damonmatthews5905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      God given talent this young teenager was AMAZING when sung it very hard song to sing can't stop watching performances

    • @vanessaperry2395
      @vanessaperry2395 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Awesome!!!!

    • @Smileater
      @Smileater 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mine too

  • @rottierumbles9451
    @rottierumbles9451 2 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    NO ONE can top that for a first audition, Sarah was hands down THE best ever , feel sorry for the one who had to go after that, amazing voice , still love it years later! ❤👍

  • @isaz597
    @isaz597 3 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    When the judges let a contestant sing an entire song it's special. Never have i seen a complete song at an audition before.

  • @raghit
    @raghit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5006

    If you're having a bad day... *remember* someone had to go on stage after her

  • @beardedfishermanllc
    @beardedfishermanllc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    2024 I comeback every year and watch this.

  • @Searchmeister
    @Searchmeister 4 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    Even though she went over the time limit, none of us cared because we all experienced something that we didn't want to ever stop!

    • @TheByard
      @TheByard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      That was not an audition, it was a concert and we had front row seats.

    • @linellecameron3067
      @linellecameron3067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      You better believe it. I was here for the whole concert. Yesss

    • @sandraperrin1967
      @sandraperrin1967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Amen to that😁😁😁

    • @briflowers6997
      @briflowers6997 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Right like they were like I’m not even gonna stop her

  • @michelleyates4625
    @michelleyates4625 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    She blew my mind with how amazing she did! What a powerful voice!

  • @petersegbedzi-pongo5537
    @petersegbedzi-pongo5537 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    In 2023, still the greatest audition of all time. Amazing

  • @chickitie34
    @chickitie34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2181

    I would like to see her sing a duet with Jennifer Hudson

  • @5713baas
    @5713baas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +843

    Pure talent, 15 years old killing almost half the music industry👏

    • @obob8045
      @obob8045 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      5713baas I swear

    • @bankrobbingrecords
      @bankrobbingrecords 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Half? You must know about some artists I never heard of.😄 What singer wants her to be their opening act?

    • @brooklynforever1990
      @brooklynforever1990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      More like 90%

    • @kiki7507
      @kiki7507 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Right? I know some singers in the industry don’t have this vocal ability. It’s insane how people with this much talent get pushed off to the side sometimes…

    • @kdime87
      @kdime87 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ahh, more like More than half is the correct wording you miss wrote.

  • @papidominikan
    @papidominikan 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +125

    2024 you know you're here watching this classic.

  • @BibbidiBobbidiByyyye
    @BibbidiBobbidiByyyye 4 ปีที่แล้ว +498

    Simon's face the entire time is like, "and this is why I still do this show."

  • @latricecornelius7746
    @latricecornelius7746 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +69

    Who’s watching in 2024?!?! She still has me in tears watching this for the 50 leventh time!!
    😢😅 I can’t believe she’s not talked about in these times!! One of the best singers out here…still! Let me go on over to IG and find her! 😅

    • @denisebreeden825
      @denisebreeden825 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Cold chills every time. I'm so proud of her for proving them all wrong.

    • @michaelthornton8774
      @michaelthornton8774 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly 💯 🎉🎉

  • @duke227
    @duke227 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    not enough words to describe how talented this girl is. She did not just own that song she was possessed. outstanding!

  • @thatcece08
    @thatcece08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    I come back to this every now and then because I still can’t fathom her vocal range and I hope she’s still singing ❤️

    • @andersreadssometimes2170
      @andersreadssometimes2170 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      She is , and has her own yt channel :)

    • @sandrasilcott5361
      @sandrasilcott5361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@andersreadssometimes2170 where what's it called?

    • @danawilliams2440
      @danawilliams2440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      She is 1000

    • @lifeafter2705
      @lifeafter2705 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If I haven’t seen this 1000 times I haven’t seen it, I just love the look on Simon’s face

    • @mariefaciano
      @mariefaciano 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is the best audition ever. I can't stop watching it. I couldn't believe how talented she is. She should of won all of AGT. So mind blowing! The best EVER!!!!

  • @ispitfactzboi1518
    @ispitfactzboi1518 4 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    Her voice is EXTREMELY MATURE, STRONG, RAW, UNCUT, & 💯% BEAUTIFUL🤩🌠🤩🌠🤩🌠🌠 she OWNED that song with confidence & FIERCENESS.
    (She's Exquisite) I can't wait to see her shine with all her might.

  • @lorrainebuhagiar9333
    @lorrainebuhagiar9333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    Sarah is right up there with the greats like Aretha Franklin. Absolutely, hand's down, no questions about it Sarah ikumu is on the money. She is my all time go to in time's of stress and I need to be calmed instantly. Sarah seems to ground me, I listen to her video's all the time. But I'd like her to get more recognition for her wonderful voice. ♥️🙏♥️

    • @patriciaalston7623
      @patriciaalston7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Needs to do a duet with the originator of the song Jennifer Holiday

  • @I.A.G
    @I.A.G 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    In my opinion, there hasn't been a better singer on the show. Most people don't understand how complex this song is...the swift change in keys, timing, tone...she has a crazy range...her performance is honestly unbelievably phenomenal

  • @DewnetteReid
    @DewnetteReid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2296

    black women are the best singers for all times

    • @fredb7654
      @fredb7654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      Singing for blacks is spiritual. That's why,mum

    • @jojodash3289
      @jojodash3289 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      I agree amen you guys have good soul 👏❤

    • @Laispino
      @Laispino 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      @Walid Mughirah shut up

    • @YayaPamelajagga321
      @YayaPamelajagga321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      💯💯

    • @dudzcanares544
      @dudzcanares544 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Filipino: ??? really😏😂

  • @maricusa3727
    @maricusa3727 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Still 6 years ago, nobody sing this song better that Sarah Ikumu

    • @Pativieira43
      @Pativieira43 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Canta sim ,Gabriel henrique

    • @lachannatoliver783
      @lachannatoliver783 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Jennifer Hudson

    • @sydneymarie7204
      @sydneymarie7204 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This is the truth!!!

  • @uchennaokoye3140
    @uchennaokoye3140 5 ปีที่แล้ว +620

    I feel like a proud parent anytime I watch her sing and we not even related!! 🥰

    • @michaelport946
      @michaelport946 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      No kidding! When everybody stood up clapping before she was even close to finishing I was tearing up!

    • @Smileater
      @Smileater 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love your comment, Uchenna

  • @LV2UXO77
    @LV2UXO77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    This audition by Sarah will never get old! She made all the words in this classic song come alive! I'm so proud of Sarah, I love her voice! XO

  • @brendahunt5218
    @brendahunt5218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    She sang on showtime at the Apollo "Glory" and she received a standing ovation as soon as she started singing, she's Amazing 👏 💖!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @GO-ec6hh
    @GO-ec6hh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2233

    Who’s listening to this at home during this pandemic “Coronavirus”?
    Like below 👍🏻

  • @Jalexb7
    @Jalexb7 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Still the best audition ever! What is Sarah up to these days? She killed it. I'm watching this for the millionth time lol

    • @christophersaldenha4803
      @christophersaldenha4803 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Check out her version of Glory at the Apollo on TH-cam.

    • @imhereforitall9218
      @imhereforitall9218 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just saw some current pics of her. She is all grown now and uber pretty and just as talented. I would love to see her on The Voice.

  • @AnnetteVance
    @AnnetteVance 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    I have watched this over and over. 2024

  • @fabiam1988
    @fabiam1988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1609

    Who is watching in 2020?🙏🌹

  • @shanelfulton4089
    @shanelfulton4089 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Awesome voice. For a 15 year old she did great work, not saying that 15 year olds don't have talent. This was great. Her parents' proud moments with their daughter was award winning, I am right there with her as I was wishing her the best as I watch this. Love her voice and I wish all the best for her in life, great work and she deserves all the success that she can get.

  • @QuarrieCapers-pv9cl
    @QuarrieCapers-pv9cl ปีที่แล้ว +44

    She deserves more than a golden buzzer. Her voice is a record deal to me. It was amazing. I listen to it everyday

  • @leahdavis-hemphill3959
    @leahdavis-hemphill3959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +150

    I never get tired of hearing this little girl sing.

  • @eddjerez6957
    @eddjerez6957 5 ปีที่แล้ว +402

    Wow wow I will never forget this young Lady, she is amazing, thumps up if you are watching this video in 2019

  • @ayristamiller2019
    @ayristamiller2019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I’ve seen this a million times and I still love her tiny little voice after she crushes it like a boss and then says “thank you” in the sweetest little voice. ♥️♥️♥️ She’s not talked about enough. Absolutely phenomenal!

  • @mel0641
    @mel0641 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    this is the most amazing performance i’ve ever seen. she is so amazing. the fact that people are able to sing this beautiful is mind blowing. i hope u live a happy and successful life Sarah good luck with everything🩷🩷🩷🩷

  • @greatnesseddy9310
    @greatnesseddy9310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    She is so special, and her voice is everything.

  • @alconst5379
    @alconst5379 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What a huge, natural jazz voice. Fantastic control and technique. Well done girl!

  • @Sharontownsend40
    @Sharontownsend40 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2115

    Who here in 2020 with me

    • @ainsadiq8181
      @ainsadiq8181 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ceyonce Peterson me😂

    • @user-aLi71000
      @user-aLi71000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hello from Sarajevo Bosnia and Herzegovina 🙋‍♂️

    • @dashiesbbgurl
      @dashiesbbgurl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Meee 😭😂

    • @TaquitaDavis
      @TaquitaDavis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me

    • @Nulla61
      @Nulla61 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I reckon I’ve watched this 50 times

  • @niyahalexiss5609
    @niyahalexiss5609 4 ปีที่แล้ว +452

    Her performance sent chills through out my whole body she sound like a grown woman💕

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's exactly what they used to say about Judy Garland, at that age, ❤️❤️

    • @Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL
      @Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@galemiller7422 🙄
      Not even CLOSE!!
      How OLD are you?!

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL I never said she was as good as her I was just remarking on what people used to say! I don't see why my age matters I'm not young if that's what you mean?👌

    • @Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL
      @Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@galemiller7422 Neither am I, well into my sixties just asked because 99% of people under 35 don't remember Judy Garland☺

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL okay yeah I am 61 I thought you were a kid that was going to make fun of me 😂 I used to watch her movies as a kid I thought she had such an amazing voice I used to sing but not like her!❤

  • @adrianamagana2329
    @adrianamagana2329 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I can listen to this performance a thousand times and I am mesmerized by her voice every time. It is just wonderful! She is amazing!!

  • @maureenonyango3438
    @maureenonyango3438 4 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    Who's here more than once ? It's breathtaking

  • @davidlaurenti4314
    @davidlaurenti4314 5 ปีที่แล้ว +430

    I keep thinking that's a young Aretha Franklin right there. Absolutley amazing.

    • @daphnemclain8482
      @daphnemclain8482 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yesssah

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She's a black Judy Garland ❤️😆

    • @jani775
      @jani775 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Beautiful. Young Aretha Franklin

    • @isabelerhart9523
      @isabelerhart9523 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      i see her as young Ella Fitzgearld but yeah.

    • @toneshaparks4295
      @toneshaparks4295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She did good

  • @Anna-vt1qi
    @Anna-vt1qi 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

    I’m here in 2024 omg amazing

  • @donaldreisnat2711
    @donaldreisnat2711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I was glued when she opened her mouth on the first note. Caught me by surprise, her voice is way mature than age. God bless you!!!

  • @johnfairhurst9118
    @johnfairhurst9118 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2906

    There’s only one thing wrong with her singing ! ...... she stopped ! 😅

    • @yvonneetaylor4047
      @yvonneetaylor4047 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      She was incredible! Best I have heard in a very long time. I wish her much success.

    • @Nobodycaresmonty
      @Nobodycaresmonty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Honestly:,)

    • @kaitoororakarutjaiva1277
      @kaitoororakarutjaiva1277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      John Fairhurst 😂😂😂🤣🤣😅

    • @joliearanda6481
      @joliearanda6481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@johnlopan6397 what

    • @alexk5344
      @alexk5344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Sarah is still singing. Follow her on IG and twitter. and the kid is still young......she's probably focusing with her studies more

  • @alambert9184
    @alambert9184 3 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    I love seeing Simon's face when she hits those notes!!

    • @willfrost5368
      @willfrost5368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He see money money money

    • @jacquelinespruill3483
      @jacquelinespruill3483 ปีที่แล้ว

      Simon knows that child should be way up the list the black singers why didn't you all grab her

  • @johannamaurice7394
    @johannamaurice7394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I just love the contestant's family members. The love the support... her dad make me smile from ear to ear.

  • @luciannehosten5124
    @luciannehosten5124 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Sarah Ikumu blew this song into the Universe. I have listened to this performance more than twenty time. Loved it. LOVED IT.

  • @KayLynn-eg8yo
    @KayLynn-eg8yo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    2024 and I always keep coming back to this audition…One of my favorite everrrr

  • @karasmith576
    @karasmith576 4 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    “You’re gonna love me!”
    YOU GOT THAT RIGHT!! What talent!

  • @charlesharris3104
    @charlesharris3104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    2021 and this audition is still by far one of my all time favorites! Absolutely amazing!... and yes this is part of my Playlist and yes I play it at work everyday lol

  • @stevekamau7018
    @stevekamau7018 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Pure raw talent....2090, we had great great talent.... Commenting in 2024...

  • @macie8013
    @macie8013 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    she makes this song seem so easy to sing!!! i tried and my family are booked in for a hearing test next week 😳. she’s truly amazing!! so beautiful 💕💕

  • @crystalthow5533
    @crystalthow5533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Sarah you came on the stage and stood still. A few minutes later you shine like a star. You are one beautiful talent. I love all your performances. Well done girl

  • @vanessaharris8030
    @vanessaharris8030 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Why is she not filling stadiums world wide ❤❤❤❤

  • @silindiwetshumasilindiwe7811
    @silindiwetshumasilindiwe7811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I've watched this a million times. She is an Angel.Her voice is magical. Now she is 18yrs all grown up

  • @princessbubble9464
    @princessbubble9464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    So natural, real raw talent, not a belter or a screamer. That’s a soulful beautiful singer

  • @markmh835
    @markmh835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    An EPIC audition for the Ages! EVERY human with access to TH-cam should see this -- especially young music and vocal students. I come back and watch this every 1-2 months, and I am astonished each time. It NEVER gets old! Sarah-- I hope your life and talent bring you everything you want and deserve. 😊👍🙏❤

  • @melissaapril20
    @melissaapril20 5 ปีที่แล้ว +407

    I’m wondering when did she or her parents realize she got this incredible voice

    • @inezmickel1274
      @inezmickel1274 5 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      Birth😂the moment the doc slapped her rump and she held that note😭 and added in a run

    • @ripped8868
      @ripped8868 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I’m still wondering how she didn’t win

    • @skippermoses8094
      @skippermoses8094 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@ripped8868 I'm sure she made more money by not winning.

    • @blondellmurray6138
      @blondellmurray6138 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@skippermoses8094 she is amazing wow she should be singing for JESUS

    • @kalynharris5847
      @kalynharris5847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She really good.i cant sing like that.

  • @bernicen145
    @bernicen145 6 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I'm crying!!!😭😭 I initially watched this months ago, but I'm watching it again cuz it never gets old! She is insanely incredible with a true gift....omg I literally have no words... she's a teenage J-Hud, like how many teens can sing like her??? She is going to go FAR.

    • @foots4141
      @foots4141 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just see her performance at the Apollo and this made me cry just as much

    • @juehlwillis9519
      @juehlwillis9519 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ABSOLUTELY....so uplifting!

    • @joycenierman6225
      @joycenierman6225 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This young girl brought tears and smiles to the eyes at the same time. I have never had any singer affect me in that way. Outstandingly TALENTED !!!!

  • @dagriaforbes3002
    @dagriaforbes3002 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +846

    Who is watching in 2024,, I am

    • @imaDunbar
      @imaDunbar 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me❤

    • @Tokwevillage
      @Tokwevillage 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Just me ❤

    • @lizcain9732
      @lizcain9732 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Yep !! Can't stop going back to it 🎉

    • @tinameynell3998
      @tinameynell3998 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same..brilliant voice 😍

    • @maijaliepa119
      @maijaliepa119 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🙋‍♀️ me tooo

  • @davidvack4382
    @davidvack4382 4 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    I loved the way Simon was kind of DOUBTFUL of Sarah's ability to be able to do justice to this song, and she showed them all ! Way to go. I think she's got a little modern ARETHA in her. OH WHO STILL HER IN 2020

  • @sigwynnreid3099
    @sigwynnreid3099 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Talent like hers comes once in a generation - she'll have her place among the diva greats

    • @souleymanendiaye542
      @souleymanendiaye542 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Salut bien partie a good telennt américaine mes j'ai n'est pas de monyene de l'argent je vous j'aimes au font du cœur

  • @NontobekoSomkhwitshi
    @NontobekoSomkhwitshi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Still watching u baby gal , even in 2024❤

  • @namatatopista7063
    @namatatopista7063 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I can never get tired of watching this....... The best audition ever, she's so so talented

  • @kabelokholokholo803
    @kabelokholokholo803 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I still watch over and over when I come across this.

  • @shanghaitanguera
    @shanghaitanguera ปีที่แล้ว +22

    It is so mind blowing to see her singing like that in such young age. I am thrilled…

  • @mrescoe355
    @mrescoe355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    SO Ive watched this +100 times and I still can't believe it.. I could not tell this beautiful person how to improve what she did. She makes me believe miracles exist.

  • @rolandemorgan5992
    @rolandemorgan5992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I can listen 5 times a day. Her talent is amazing . Brings me chills.

  • @DianaDeaAndersonBanish
    @DianaDeaAndersonBanish 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This girl blows my mind. Can't stop watching!

  • @vsotosolis
    @vsotosolis ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have seen many auditions, and here in 2023 for me this is the best ever. She can transmit all the emotions that contains the lyrics , and such a wonderful voice.

  • @karen-annlevine8345
    @karen-annlevine8345 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have heard this girl sing this so many times since she first sang it and she is the most brilliant singer singer singing this song. The best version of this song!❤❤❤❤❤0

  • @Cedric-e2f
    @Cedric-e2f 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    She had the best performance ever,a diamond in the rough. SUPERSTAR

  • @katc2345
    @katc2345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Sara went into "the zone" after she started singing!!! It was like she was oblivious of the audience and just nailed this super difficult ballad!

  • @anelkobalic1574
    @anelkobalic1574 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    She is freakin amazing. Go girl. Perfect. Listened it a 100times.

  • @juehlwillis9519
    @juehlwillis9519 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Yes...im a guy and this PRINCESS...made my tears flowed UNCONTROLLABLE...grown a## man...where's my tissue!!!!!!!!! So PURE & INNOCENT!

  • @stevewatson7648
    @stevewatson7648 5 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    one thing I can say Simon is a honest man he knows good music he see Talent

    • @kennethgriffin7639
      @kennethgriffin7639 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This young Lady is Amazing..Here Voice is God Giving..I dont think their is not much that se cant sing...SHE HAS A VERY BRIGHT FURTHER AHEAD OF HERE..GOD BLESS HER

  • @t.e.burgos3263
    @t.e.burgos3263 4 ปีที่แล้ว +673

    Simon must be pissed every time they sing this song in one of his shows; it must remind him of how dismissively he treated Jennifer Hudson during her season, and how he did not predict great things for her...and yet she went on to win an Oscar and have a still thriving Hollywood career.

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Yeah I'm sure he figured that out when he watched Dreamgirls! she was great!❤️

    • @galemiller7422
      @galemiller7422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @ChocoGamin3 I quit watching American Idol after they sent Jennifer Hudson home I thought that was insane! 😵

    • @nicolesalmon4583
      @nicolesalmon4583 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Actually America sent Jennifer home. They thought she was a shoe in and didn't vote for her.

    • @joeyw9574
      @joeyw9574 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      You do realize this is actually a Jennifer HOLIDAY song.

    • @t.e.burgos3263
      @t.e.burgos3263 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@joeyw9574 Yes. And you do realize that nine out of ten people will still recognize this as a song from a box office hit that won Jennifer Hudson an Oscar, and made her more famous than Jennifer Holiday ever was, right? Holiday had 15 minutes of Broadway fame when she won a Tony in the eighties for Effie, but Hudson gained movie stardom and instant celebrity when she played Effie in a hit film that also starred Beyonce and Eddie Murphy...

  • @kenneiceduncan9340
    @kenneiceduncan9340 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    She isn’t human! Omg the pipes this girl has🥺

  • @jenniferbooth7972
    @jenniferbooth7972 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I can’t stop watching this talented performance .a star we are all witnessing and a privaladge to hear . Love her ❤🎉

  • @davidmccallum4526
    @davidmccallum4526 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    SARAH IKUMU, is among the top voice talents on youtube ! Golden all the way.

  • @cherveed
    @cherveed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I got goose bumps!!! GOD BLESS HER. MAY HER VOICE TRAVEL THE WORLD!!

  • @rosslothes3040
    @rosslothes3040 3 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    100% best vocalist this shows ever seen. The only worry I have is that there aren’t enough songs written that will allow her vocals to be UNLEASHED. Someone will have to write songs created specifically for her abilities. Like the greats! Bc she is definitely already one of that class.

  • @KamisatoElias
    @KamisatoElias 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    every month or so I come back to this video, and it makes me smile every single time

  • @elissalombard7021
    @elissalombard7021 5 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    It’s nice to see Simon smile. She got the goods for sure.

  • @debbieprosser7734
    @debbieprosser7734 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love her. I re-watch this video all the time. She nails this song and makes it her own! Woohoo!!!!!!!!