i'd like to thank you all for your kind comments, i appreciate this so so much. i can't explain how i'm feeling right now. thank you all. seriously

Still the best audition I’ve ever seen!

Why has this guy been forgotten? Outstanding talent

This audition has lived in my head rent free every since I heard it years ago 🔥🔥🔥🔥

It baffles me that all 4 judges didn't turn for this! This guys got soul for sure.

One of the strongest auditions I've seen. He has the most beautiful voice and control not to mention he's soo handsome and humble. Emmanuel you can sing for me anytime.

I still come back this video every now and again, I just love it so much ❤

Oh my! To create such an electric atmosphere in such a short space of time is quite astonishing. Emmanuel has a unique voice, with fantastic range and a wonderful presence from the whispered lower sections to the effortless falsetto, which was (unlike some others in this show) absolutely controlled and pitch perfect. It takes courage and confidence to leave such spaces in the music, to understand that it isn't all about bluster and panache. The message can be delivered with a breath, and that's what Emmanuel did. Beautiful and exquisitely delivered. Song choice will be crucial going forward, because whilst he has range he might be swamped in the battles. Interesting times ahead!

I can't stop watching this. It's a hypnotic and mesmerising performance. Beautifully controlled. I want to listen to the full length version. I would buy this for sure.

Nothing this good so far in 2016.

Still don't understand how only one judge turned around 🤔🤔

I still watch this to this day, he brings tears to my eyes 🥺 his voice is something I’ve never heard. He deserved more turns 💔

While Emmanuel's recorded version of Sweetest Taboo sounds good, it doesn't come close to the magic that was captured on the voice blind audition. The chorus has an "other worldy quality that touched me on such a deep level, it brought tears to my eyes, and I'm a grown man! Not to mention the song was too short. I I kept replaying it over and over again especially to see how Rita, at 1:12, is so moved by what she heard, she can hardly contain herself. lol.

I love the contrast of his Voice when he hits the lower and higher notes and he seems a very humble person. If Im honest dont know why only got one chair

My favourite so far, fantastic, unique voice. I'm really surprised only Ricky turned around, with the right coaching and song choices he could win this show imo.

The tribal African tones in his voice make this version otherworldly - one of the best things I ever see on live tv

Damn this song made me believe in love again

I would just love to hear this song in its entirety in his version. This is in no doubt a "quiet storm". Beautifully sung.

My favourite contestant right now. Want him to win! :)

Still find myself back here after all this time. Simply beautiful

Shivers all over my body.

it is enchanting, keeping you listen it again and again.

Thing is, he's better than 95% of artists out there maybs even 100% Hope he's successful in the future

He visited my school today and sung for us I’m so grateful :)

Emmanuel's voice feels like hot summer rain it's so refreshing that I could listen to him all day long .... raspy tones and stunning vocal range takes me far far away .... I hope that he gets all the success he deserves and we get to hear more ❤

my favourite voice audition and artist of all time it's like his voice fills the entire room and to feel that through a t.v never mind in the building is incredible

I'm just now seeing this damn that was smooth as f***... Only one person turned around shaking my head

Still my favourite audition

Your voice makes me feel in a spiritual trance. I'm breathless. Don't let them change anything about you, keep yourself true to your soul Emmanuel. I pray your dreams come true.

How the hell did they not turn around the way he played the guitar, the way he sang, his tone, the way he switched up the song! I would of pushed that button for sure!

I’m still shocked only one judge turned. Still one of the best audition on the voice! This rendition of Sweetest Taboo is beautiful and full of raw emotions.

Still my fav 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

I just CANNOT stop playing this. Emmanuel if you don't win, i will be utterly shocked!! You've been the only one to stand out by miles in the blind auditions so far. How on earth did esmee get 4 turns, and you never. I kno the judges were just wrapped up listening to your mesmorising voice but they surely most have knew you've "GOT IT" once you hit the falsetto. Bizarre! Fantabulous dude. I'm routing for u all the way xxx

I love how he made this Sade song his own I love it

One thinks Sade is untouchable, then someone does this. Still one of the best and most powerful versions I've ever heard.

Probably my favourite The Voice audition of all time.

The voice of an angel.

This guy helped me out when I was a fresher at uni. Top dog

What in the name of Amazing talent this is!! I got hypnotized for a sec there.

4 years later I’m here listening to this song over and over again

Emmanuel Nwamadi you are freaking amazing, your voice takes me to that place seriously, trust me all 4 judges would have turned around but they didn't realise the song was at its end they were too mesmerised. i listed to you like ten times over yesterday and as if i couldn't get enough i am youtube wanting to hear you more. you are amazing. i am definitely team Emmanuel and looking forward to seeing you more and more. your audition is by far the best audition i have ever seen on any talent show.

He is easily the best so far noo???? This was amazeballs!!!!

If you can do that with a song, you made it as an artist, in my opinion at least.

This artist had me with the first few notes of his guitar, but then came his voice, phrasing, and interpretation of the song. It was simply beautiful.

I have no idea how this wasn't a complete 4 chair turn around. I know Sir Tom said the song ran out before he could hit the button, but man...that voice is amazing!!!!!

Actually love his voice to bits

I still get shivers even now!!!

still play this audition over and over....love it

My favorite audition so far. It's a wonder only one coach turned. I honestly think he deserved more.

He's got my heart, the force is strong in this one

The most incredible performance ever. Still amazing 7 years on.

Still my favourite moment on the Voice 😍 I can watch many episodes worldwide but every time I see a contestant that wows me I come back to this clip ♥️ True talent and proof that talent isn’t always rewarded but can’t be forgotten ♥️

Man that was beautiful the way he sang that song it brought tears of joy to my spirit frfr

Ricky, please let him sing a Frank Ocean song! I'm begging you..

Amazing to see how far you have come! Wish you all the best! This guy is not only an amazing singer but plays guitar hero like a boss

That's freaking awesome the way he sings such high notes and when he talks he sounds like Barry White...

This performance really makes me cry.his voice I can't explain. But I'm going through something . Nd I listen to this with my eyes closed and tears fall. It's one of those voices that every time that person sings. They sing it from the heart and everybody feels it. Emotionally . I love this.

Those high notes were so nice and dense, this was a great audition. :)

It's not just about the voice. His voice is amazing but the feeling? The feeling is out of this world. One of the best renditions I've ever seen in my life.

This is the kind of voice and style i dig. thanks for reminding people of how good music used to be and how a great voice can bring it back to life. this reminds me of Seal soehow

Effortlessly beautiful x

This gave me absolute chills!! Well done!

Just like everyone else does, I like to think I get it right when someone captures my heart. I must have been wrong on this occasion but I just can’t see how. This version of the sweetest taboos is soulful, haunting and beautiful all in one. IMO the music industry missed a gem here.

With that gifted voice chairs should have turned automatically 🙌🏼 Whew took me some place else 🔥 Great job.

Gives you the shivers, so powerful

Emmanuel you were amazing on the voice tonight that I had to come to KZfaq to see what else you have sung. You have an amazing African voice, you could sing the phone book and I would buy it. You have to get Ricky to let you sing something in Yoruba if you can, you would take this competition to a new level. If not inject some Afro Beat into a Spice Girls cover......... All the best for the rest of the competition. One last thought you remind my partner and I of Emmanuel Jal, check out his cover of "Many Rivers To Cross", maybe this would be a good song for you. You are an amazing man and singer, God bless you brother........

This is so BEAUTIFUL. His arrangement, his voice, his delivery.... WOW. Hauntingly Beautiful... like the original... by the incomparable...SADE

Most of the blinds I've watched so far (yeah I am trying to catch up lol) I have been moderately impressed with. Here I am leaving a comment because I am stunned by Emmanuel's performance. He's got so much going for him; his voice is beautiful! His pitch...his falsetto...wow. I am in awe.

Best person on the voice so far this season, without a doubt

2019 stuck on repeat.

By far the best Voice contestant by a mile

FINALLY! My fav contestant so far, he deserved 4 chairs by the way.. i think he's unique on the show, because of his GREAT falsetto, passionate performance, good song selection with those beautiful unexpected arrangements, that's make him one of strongest and distinctive contestants of the competition.

I've watched this performance so many times over the last few days (and shared it with so many other people) It's so so beautiful and haunting, and you have such composure. The whole thing totally blew me away and i'm still completely shocked that only one judge turned around! You're in a whole different league to the other contestants!

1:13 She melts like ice ...

And 2017 still hasn't matched this... this guy is gold!

Will I ever get over this Audition?

This is FUCKING INSANE !!

Every time I listen to this song, I start crying..thank you for bringing these emotions..so beautiful !

The hook had me like wow... beautiful

Crazy absolutely crazy, the freshest thing I've ever heard. I never watch the show,my missus is obsessed and has it on every week. I was I a different room when I heard this guy singing,without asking my missus I rewind the TV and really listen to this song, I no the original and it had no feeling. This guy is something special and deserves a career now.

This song isn’t long enough!!!

Amazing!!!! Mesmo estando no Brazil, acompanho sempre o The voice Uk....Menino você é magnífico, tonalidade, gestual e o principal fazer o que ama com alma, faz toda diferença..Muita sorte!!!

gosh this guys a sensation--with a pure sound--pure perfection--he could win as a real winner

I'm pretty sure Sade would love it as much i do... this is epic.

I'm addicted to his Version

He should do a Maxwell's song.

How he didn't win, is baffling. I would love an album of songs like this with that amazing voice :)

This. This is what I was waiting for.

amazing ....heaven voice

Emmanuel,i have watched this now probably 100 times ....incredible mate ...incredible...if nothing happens from "The Voice" i am sure your career will not be affected,,,you are Phenomenal !!! xxx

Emmanuel Nwamadi you're a incredible singer. Hypnotic voice

Rita had that jizzy tingle

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Where have you been all this time? I can't beleive how good you are... I hope that you'll go far in the competition... Love from the Philippines 👍👍👍👍

Just watched it on TV now, I don't normally do this but I just had to say this was one of the most interesting auditions ever. This show got me having too much feels lately.

This audition is perfect and so far from the original song by Sade which is in my catalogue of the best songs written. What is wrong with these judges? Only one has good taste??

emmanuel cuando sale tu primer disco!!!

Seriously, Emmanuel has an exceptional range. He has performed at several of my music events and this isn't even a fraction of what he is capable of. I wish him luck!!

I really do believe this guy should win! He's so talented and the best voice i have heard so far on the show! Hes amazing and so talented!

Damn Ricky really lucked out that the other judges were being DUMB! That should've been a 4 chair turn! It was beautiful, mesmerizing, and just everything nice! I loved it! I got some serious heart eyes for him!