**
PA: Okay, here we go.
* How we break all the rules, make a sinner feel so blessed *
Getting you ready for the battles here.
You know, we’re going into battle. Got to get right.
Season 25. This is our first one. Our very first one.
This is unbelievable. I’m nervous. I’m excited.
But now I’m loose, and I’m ready to rock.
Let’s go! Let's go!
* Can I get a witness? *
* Sanctified *
Give it up for our coaches -- John Legend.
Woo!
The talent level this season is amazing.
It’s going to be so hard for us to make decisions.
Daly: Dan + Shay.
Let's go!
I’m so fired up for our first-ever battles.
This is going to be crazy.
Here we go, baby. Come on.
As a duo, we know what it takes to make a great duet.
And we feel like two is better than one.
Two brains, man. We do have the advantage.
Come on! Daly: Chance the Rapper!
[ Cheers and applause ]
Man, I love the battles.
It just breeds great performances.
Daly: And Reba McEntire!
Woo!
Reba: Season 25. The battles?
As Chance would say, dope...fire.
[ Cheers and applause ]
This season, we're bringing back one of my favorite devices
on this show.
Daly: There it is! The playoff pass.
The playoff pass!
We only get one playoff pass.
One artist will move on to the knockouts,
but another one will get a special, special pass
to go straight to the playoffs.
Ahh!
I think it’s the biggest honor you can get in the battles.
Oh!
It trumps even a steal.
Aahhh! Daly: Sorry, steal. Snatched a playoff pass!
At the end of the day, whoever’s got the playoff pass
has the last word.
Let's go! My heart!
Must-see TV!
I feel like we’re seeing stars being born
right before our eyes.
* We could have had it all *
John: Oh! Hey!
* To save me the trouble *
Oh!
It’s just a whole other level.
The Season 25 battles start right now.
Let’s go! We're here!
[ Cheers and applause ]
Daly: Who will win this battle for Team Legend?
Chester: This is going to be a difficult battle.
This is one of the biggest stages in the world.
So, yeah, the pressure’s on.
Daly: Nathan Chester!
To get the playoff pass is like winning a gold medal.
Let’s go, Nathan!
The ring looks awesome.
I’m coming for it. So, everybody be ready.
I need to be true to myself and bring my years of experience
to this performance.
Daly: Bryan Olesen!
If I can get a playoff pass, it would mean everything.
Let’s go, Bryan!
Good luck, Nathan. You too.
Everybody’s looking so good.
I’m so nervous!
Let’s go, fellas.
Alright, it’s time to rehearse with my artists.
I’m so excited to coach them, work with them,
and get us ready for the battles.
Let’s go.
I love the battles. I love seeing if people rise
to a new challenge that I present to them.
I’m excited to see who distinguishes themselves.
It’s going to be fun.
Nathan! Bryan!
Yo, thank you so much.
How are you? Good to see you. Yes, sir.
Bryan: For me to get to work with John Legend
for everything he’s accomplished as a songwriter,
as a performer, I just don’t take it lightly.
Welcome to the battles.
I know I’m the oldest contestant for this season,
and I’m just thrilled to be here right now.
* And we'll start a fire, then we'll shut it down *
* Till the love runs out *
* Till the love runs o-o-ut *
Everything was great -- the tone, your attitude.
Your voice is next level. You should be sitting here.
You have everything you need to be a great superstar.
Bryan: In my gut, I felt like John
was going to be the best coach for me.
I’m just so pumped to extract knowledge,
experience, advice, whatever he has to offer.
Like, I’m like, "Bring it."
Well, it was fun doing the blinds, you guys.
Oh, man. I had to fight for you.
You did mention that your wife makes a mean cheesecake.
I did. I owe you some cheesecake, don’t I?
[ Laughs ]
* Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah, take me to the river *
[ Cheers and applause ]
* Watch me drown *
Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I really like cheesecake.
I go to The Cheesecake Factory more than anyone here.
My wife makes a mean cheesecake,
and you can just come to the house and have cheesecake.
Nathan: I decided to go with John Legend
because we have similar styles in terms
of performing and singing, so he’s somebody
that I’ve always looked up to as an artist,
and I’m grateful that John also picked me.
Well, I’m excited to have you two together.
This is going to be one of my favorite pairings,
Woo! I have a feeling.
I chose "Rolling in the Deep" by Adele for you guys.
I’ve actually covered this song, too.
Hearing a guy’s voice on this song, I think it really works.
It has a lot of passion and energy and urgency,
and I felt like the two of you together,
It’s going to sound amazing.
* See how I'll... *
I paired Brian and Nathan.
Both of them have a classic vibe to them.
* Don't underestimate... *
They can belt. They’re soulful. They’re powerful.
* There's a fire... * This song has that urgency,
that power that I know these artists can deliver.
* You had my heart inside *
Bryan: I’ve heard this song so many times,
but when I finally got the printed-out lyrics,
I couldn’t help but think what I went through with my divorce.
My marriage ended after 24 years,
and there is a sense that we could have had it all.
There was a period of time where it was just pain
and sorrow that was inescapable.
But eventually, you got to get up.
This moment for me at "The Voice,"
for my kids to see that Dad is back.
He’s not afraid to go for something again.
Like, that’s what I want them to see.
When my daughter came out on stage,
it’s definitely one of the top moments of my life.
I’m so grateful to be happy,
so I just want to soak in every second of it,
Both: * Played it to the beat *
Thank you. It’s so good, guys. You sound incredible.
Whew! Yeah?
I like how we’re making it a little more rock.
It gives it like, a different expression.
With the band, guys,
I think we can do the first two stanzas
slowed down at the beginning.
Right. You can start introducing the tempo...
in the middle of his last note.
Man: Yeah. I like that.
And then also a couple, like, arrangement things.
The ending harmony...
* Played it to the beat, played it to the beat *
* Played it to the beat *
Yeah. Let’s try that.
Both: * Played it to the beat *
* Keep me thinking how we almost had it all *
Mm. Okay. Try that. 1, 2, 3, 4...
* Scars of your love *
* The scars of your love *
* Remind me of us *
Both: * They keep me thinking that we almost had it all *
Yeah, That’s it. That’ll be dope.
It’ll sound really good.
Nathan: John’s a perfect coach,
because he’s not just listening for somebody to sound like him.
He’s listening for somebody to sound
like the best version of themselves.
[ Horn blows ]
Before the blind audition,
I was working on cruise ships with my girlfriend.
I work as a guest entertainer.
Is it too much? Did I catch you off-guard?1
I actually met my girlfriend in rehearsals.
And from there, that "showmance" kind of blossomed.
I was able to make my own show --
well, with my girlfriend.
So, everything from costumes to songs, we’ve built.
I’ve been lucky enough to travel to a lot of different places,
and I think in those travels, I’ve always been searching for
who I want to be as an artist.
* We could have had it all *
This is a pivotal moment in my journey.
* We could have had it all *
Nathan is such a soulful guy. He has a big, powerful voice.
He sings this with confidence and with his own sense of style.
* You had my heart inside *
Bryan’s giving you a little more Bono version.
He’s got really good control over his tone.
He knows when to get big, but he also does
these little, subtle grace notes that are really interesting.
But both of them are so good at what they do,
and they’re different, but they’re finding a way
to come together and sound great together.
Both: * Played it to the beat *
This is going to kill, guys. It’s going to be so good.
Dude! So good.
You hear what he's saying?
Yeah, yeah. It’s true.
Your singing is flawless.
It’s like, exactly what needs to be done.
You guys sound different, but it’s meeting in the middle,
and it’s working.
Rock and soul, baby. Yeah!
Roll, baby! Yeah!
We have special allowances to keep two artists from a battle
if it’s so compelling and you don’t want to send anybody home.
And I have a good feeling about you two together.
Oh. Who knows?
Alright. Who knows?
I only have one playoff pass,
so I’m developing my strategy still.
Thanks, guys. You sound so good.
Thank you.
So honored to work with you both.
These artists are real pros.
They have so much experience performing.
They both have beautiful voices in very different styles.
This is going to be one of my hardest decisions, honestly.
[ Cheers and applause ]
Oh, he’s trying to take it there.
He’s getting ready.
* There’s a fire starting in my heart *
* Reaching a fever pitch *
* And it’s bringing me out the dark *
* Finally, I can see you crystal clear *
* Go ahead and sell me out *
* And I'll lay your stuff bare *
* See how I leave with every piece of you *
* Don't underestimate the things that I will do *
* There's a fire starting in my heart *
* Reaching a fever pitch *
* And it's bringing me out the dark *
[ Cheers and applause ]
* The scars of your love *
* Remind me of us *
Both: * They keep me thinkin' that we almost had it all *
* The scars of your love *
* Leave me breathless *
Both: * I can't help feeling *
* We could have had it all *
* Rolling in the deep *
* You had my heart inside your hands *
* And you played it to the beat, yeah, yeah *
* Throw your soul through every open door *
Hey! * Count your blessings and find what you look for *
* Turn my sorrow into treasured gold *
* You pay me back in kind *
* Reap just what you've sown *
* Could have had it all * * You're gonna wish you never had met me *
* Tears are gonna fall *
* We could have had it all *
* You're gonna wish you never had met me *
* It all * * No, no *
Both: * We could have had it all *
Oh!
Hey!
* Rolling in the deep *
* You had my heart inside your hand *
* And you played it *
* To the beat *
* We could have had it all *
John: Go!
Both: * Play it to the beat *
[ Cheers and applause ]
Hey!
[ Cheers and applause ]
Come on! Come on! Come on!
Woo!
[ Cheers and applause ] John: Let's go!
That was pretty dang good.
Let's go!
Wow! John: Oh!
Bryan, Nathan, that was absolutely incredible.
That harmony -- oh, my gosh, it was powerful.
Your choreography was flawless. Bryan, I love your style.
It’s a little quirky. That’s what I loved about it.
Nathan? Powerhouse.
John, I don’t think I’m any help for you, buddy.
I’m sorry. Aah!
You guys are both really powerful vocalists.
Nathan, you have a strong personality to your vocal
and obviously, a great control.
And Bryan, you showed a lot more dynamics
than I think I saw in the blinds,
just a lot more range, which I liked a lot.
I think either one of you guys could take the win.
I think was a great performance.
That’s why everybody was screaming. So, congratulations.
Thank you. Thanks.
Dan: I’m blown away.
It was so locked in, so in sync.
The vibratos were happening at the same time.
Y’all were just up there absolutely killing it.
I love the starting on the one knee like that.
I was like, "Oh, this is going to be fire."
Shay: I felt like I was literally in the middle
of, like, "Braveheart" or some action movie.
Yeah. Gladiator. Dan: I was about to get my popcorn out.
Like, I want just a t-shirt of Nathan, just like down there.
John, you got your work cut out for you on this one.
You guys are so unhelpful. Reba: Thank you!
John: All of you.
What I loved about this performance
was that it felt very individual in moments
where you were both able to shine.
Bryan, I felt like I was watching a seasoned veteran
and, Nathan, everything was just amazing,
and I would like to just pick one over the other, but...
Should we do a coin toss?
I think we should get a coin. We got a coin toss. Does anybody have a coin?
Oh, my God.
Thank you, coaches.
John, you of course have the final decision.
Give us some thoughts on the battle.
Can you imagine a quartet of people
more unhelpful than these four people?
[ Laughter ]
Obviously, you two created this problem by being so incredible.
I loved the physical interaction you had with each other.
You also really committed to giving this song a refresh.
This version sounded like no other version.
You were both A-plus-plus-plus.
John, the time has come.
Who is the winner of this battle?
[ Dramatic music plays ]
The person moving on to the knockouts...
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to night one of the battles.
John, the time has come.
Who is the winner of this battle?
The person moving on to the knockouts...
...is Nathan.
[ Cheers and applause ] Daly: Nathan!
Congratulations. You're moving on to the knockouts.
John: Bryan versus Nathan, two powerful vocalists.
I chose Nathan, because he’s incredible.
I couldn’t see him going home.
Nathan’s voice is so powerful. He sings with such passion.
I loved the melodic choices that he was making.
I have a feeling both of these guys are going to go far.
I’m so excited to still be on John’s team
and still to be here.
There’s a lot that John can still teach me,
so I’ll see you guys on the knockout rounds.
Daly: Coaches, I'll remind you that Bryan’s available to steal.
Bryan, anything you want to say to John?
John, to just have made it to this point has been a dream.
And thank you for believing in me
and having me on your team. I appreciate it.
Give it up for Bryan Olesen, ladies and gentlemen!
We got a steal! We got two steals!
Bryan Olesen, you’re back in the show!
Let's go!
What?! I got a steal?
Oh, Reba. Oh, yeah.
Come on back.
Fight it out.
Daly: Alright, let’s start with Dan + Shay,
using your one and only steel for Bryan Olesen.
We were not going to let a voice or a talent
like that leave this show that quickly.
I’ve had enough. Daly: Oh, what?!
Are you kidding me?
The one and only playoff pass! John Legend...
Playoff pass!
...uses it for Bryan Olesen.
That’s not even legal, I don't think.
Must-see TV!
[ Boos ]
Reba: Not fair! Bryan Olesen goes straight to the playoffs.
Bryan got the highest honor I could give to anybody
on my team.
Thank you. It was flawless.
Bryan is such a pro, such a superstar vocalist,
but he hasn’t had that huge break
that I feel like he really deserves.
I think he could win "The Voice." He’s so good.
To still be here, to get another chance to sing,
but to still be on John's and that --
Team Legend, baby. That’s what we do. Oh, yeah!
Yeah, that was incredible.
You guys were so perfect together.
I couldn’t let either of you go home.
I won’t let you down. Thanks for believing in me. Yeah, I know you won't.
That’s why you got the playoff pass. Let’s go! Whoo-hoo!
Ahh! That just happened.
They had to embarrass the new guys.
John just basically said he hates you guys.
[ Laughter ]
Reba and Dan + Shay thought they could try to steal Bryan,
but I knew what I was doing.
And they rub it in our face, putting it right here.
"Playoff pass." We get it. We get it.
Ah, just remind them. Dan: Yeah.
Don’t take this away. Let me take a picture of it.
Dan: Oh, Lord.
Shay: You just lay down.
Hold on. There you go. That’s hard.
Okay. [ Camera shutter clicks ] There you go.
I don’t think that’s legal.
I feel like I need to look into the rule books.
That’s the way to open this day up, isn't it?
Yeah. I'm seeing the drama. Reba: Wow!
Audrey: Guys, here we are.
Blinds are over.
Gotta think about the battles.
Um, and you’ve got ten on your team,
and we need to walk away with five pairings.
Being in a duo, I feel like we’re pretty qualified
to set up these pairings.
We’ve done a lot of collaborations in our career.
I feel like these two are kind of a good pairing.
Karen and Ryan?
She was more country-leaning.
I could really hear a little bit more rock in his voice,
and I feel like that would be an exciting pairing.
Battle rehearsals coming up.
This is our very first one ever.
There’s two of us.
We know exactly how to handle this.
We’ve kind of been doing this for our entire career.
What are you thinking? You feel like we’re set?
Yeah. I mean, of course we’re set.
We playoff pass ready.
That’s what I’ve been saying since day one.
I love it.
Getting a chance to work with Karen,
I was super excited, because I knew she was a pro.
She has a really cool, unique, soulful,
but also familiar voice.
Do you know what Chicago mix popcorn is?
No. Like caramel and cheese popcorn together.
That’s what we are.
We’re a little cheese and caramel corn
There you go! that comes together and it’s great.
You need to get me some of that.
Definitely need to have some of that. I'll get you some crawfish.
Ryan is one of the nicest people I’ve met in my life,
and he is really good.
I’m going to do everything I can to stay on Team Dan + Shay.
Dan: Welcome to our living room. Karen: Great to see you!
Ryan: Look at this place. Look at this place.
Hey, guys.
Ryan: One of the biggest things that I love about Dan + Shay
is how great they are with emoting
everything in the music.
You believe every word,
and I’m really excited to be able to just better myself
strictly on that.
After watching your blinds performance,
how’d y’all feel about that? Were you guys nervous?
Nervous for the blinds or watching it after?
Oh, man, y’all were incredible. Both!
* Whoa, you sure look good there standing *
Karen: The blind audition was very special
because Dan + Shay turned so fast.
It meant a lot to me that Dan + Shay,
being such incredible vocalists,
were willing to use their block on me.
* Bye-bye, bye-bye, my baby *
Both: * Bye-bye, my baby, bye-bye *
Dan + Shay are gonna pull me vocally...
This is for you.
Karen: ...into a new land that I’ve never lived in,
and I’m really excited about that.
* I’m speechless *
* You already know that you're my weakness *
Singing "Speechless" to the people
who actually wrote the song was nerve-wracking.
Great song choice, first of all! Great song choice!
But it felt like it was worth it.
I’m gonna be thinking about that performance
every time we sing that song now.
We’re trying to keep up with you, man.
It was really, really great.
Not only was it just a cool feeling to be on "The Voice,"
but they came up on stage and literally sang with me.
* I’m speechless *
It was an absolutely insane moment, but I’m so thankful.
This is going to be awesome for you guys.
And we didn’t just pick this song
because it was ours.
You’re the only ones who are doing one of our songs.
Honored, seriously.
So no pressure, but we know that you guys can handle it.
Karen and Ryan, they’re doing our song "Save Me the Trouble."
A perfect blend and fusion of rock and country music.
It’s a pretty vocally complex song.
I get to listen to you sing it every night.
Not an easy song to sing.
They got the challenge cut out for them.
It’s going to be tough. After we wrote this song,
it was like, it’s awesome when you do a high song in theory.
Yeah. And then you’re like, "Cool,
we’re going to have to sing this
every single night for the rest of our lives." The radio station calls.
"Hey, can you guys perform soundchecks at like 4:00 a.m.,
and you guys are on the air at 6:00 a.m."
Great. Yeah. It'll be be good. Perfect.
We’ll do it an octave down.
* I can tell by the way *
When I first heard
that I was going to sing another Dan + Shay song,
it was like, "Are you kidding me?"
Like, I was thinking maybe it was tryouts
to be Dan + Shay + Ryan.
Like, I don’t know, you know, I don’t know.
I’m just saying, Dan + Shay, if you’re watching...
* You already seen *
This song is about a relationship
where the narrator knows that
there’s going to be heartbreak at the end.
* Why don’t you save me the trouble? *
And relating to that,
like, I’ve been doing music for a really long time.
I’ve had opportunities where labels wanted to sign
Marina City, my band, and we almost did it,
but there was something that felt off.
We’ve been through the wringer in this industry.
Both: * Don’t you save me the trouble? *
But those decisions on not signing early on
all paid off, because I’m here. I’m on "The Voice."
* If you’re the kind of guy *
* That’s only going to want to love and leave *
The song gives you something to sing about,
because there’s a conflict.
I have had situations in my life where I felt like,
"Save me the trouble from having
to go through another heartbreak."
* Oh *
Had a very hard time finding love,
and it was worth the wait,
because now I have an incredible husband.
He is extremely supportive of me and my career,
so I’m here to make him proud.
* Save me the trouble *
Karen is a bona fide country singer.
Her confidence on stage is what stands out.
You can tell it’s somebody who’s done the work.
She’s a star. She’s got what it takes.
She’s comfortable. She’s at home.
Shay: I’m so fired up.
Hearing Karen and Ryan do our song,
it’s a cool feeling, honestly.
It’s like, we wrote this song, and that’s just really special
for us as songwriters to now be here.
And it’s kind of a full-circle moment.
Oh, come on! Oh!
Wow. I don’t even know what to say right now.
That was so hard. Hard as rock.
It’s so fun to sing.
Karen, I thought some of the higher stuff
that you did changing the melody was really, really cool.
The only thing I don’t like about that part is it sounds
just kind of like you’re singing a harmony
by yourself, and we don’t want that. I see.
Four, five...
* Said that you had to go about an hour ago *
* Said that you. had to go *
* About an hour ago *
Ooh! * Baby, you’re such a beautiful *
Or whatever you want to do right there.
Oh, you want me to do that?
* You're such a beautiful liar *
If you have to go high,
I would just do something different
than the harmony,
That emotion and coming from a place of knowing how hard
that you guys have worked for this,
grab that and use that as fuel.
Right. Find those moments where y’all can be facing each other
and just singing your hearts out.
The viewers are not going to be able to take their eyes
or their ears away if you guys do that,
and you really channel that.
Yes.
It's really cool that the first time
that we worked with Dan + Shay was in a duo setting,
especially since they are a duo.
And you can really feel that energy
between the two. It’s amazing.
Just be intentional with where you breathe.
Sounds good. 'Cause it’s a tough, little phrasing there,
but just be intentional.
* I can tell by the way * Breathe.
* That you’re stirring your drink *
Breathe. * Oh, we’re already playing with fire *
Yeah, if you breathe just a subtle breath
in between all those lines, it’ll help you hold that fire.
Cool. Thank you.
Ryan has such a phenomenal rock voice,
especially when he can get up there
and sing these high notes.
And a song like this really showcases
hitting the right notes at the right time.
It’s the perfect selection for him,
because he’s a phenomenal singer.
His tone is crazy, and his range is ridiculous.
* See you're sad *
* Oh, why don't you save me *
Dan: I feel like this battle is going to come down
to whoever really makes our song their own,
and I feel like that really stands out to people
watching back home.
It’s a great combo to go at this from multiple angles.
You’re thinking in the producer brain of yours.
I’m also trying to think of emotionally
how they kind of put forth this song.
It’s gonna be a tough one, Dan.
I have no idea what we’re going to do.
We’ll see how it goes.
Daly: Coming up on the premiere of the battles...
Both: * Why don't you save me the trouble? *
* Save me the trouble, baby *
Oh! Yes!
Daly: Epic performances...
Both: * Give it all or nothing *
Oh! Oh, yeah.
Daly: ...epic rehearsals...
Golly, it is so good.
You’re gonna make me cry again.
Daly: ...and impossible decisions...
This is really, really tough.
This is a difficult decision.
The winner of this battle is...
Daly: That's the sound of a steal!
And a playoff pass! Whoa!
[ Cheers and applause ] Oh! You got me!
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to the battles.
[ Cheers and applause ]
[ Laughter ]
Chance, you got a great wave. It’s so, like, majestic.
Yeah, it’s really good.
[ Cheers and applause ]
Daly: From Team Dan + Shay... Come on!
...Karen Waldrup versus Ryan Argast!
Dan: Look at Ryan looking dapper.
Look at that hair.
Looking nice.
This battle starts now.
**
* I can tell by the way that you're stirring your drink *
* Oh, I'm already playing with fire *
* Said that you had to go 'bout an hour ago *
* Baby, you're such a beautiful liar *
Both: * It feels like movie I've already seen *
* So, right now I'm begging you please *
* Why don't you *
* Save me the trouble? *
* Keep those pretty blue eyes to yourself *
* Why don't you *
* Save me the trouble? *
* Give that heartache to somebody else *
* If you're the kind of girl *
* That's only gonna wanna love and leave *
* A guy like me *
* Alone in this bar drinking double *
* Why don't you *
* Save me the trouble? *
* Save me the trouble, baby *
John: Hey, alright, now!
Both: * Oh *
* Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh oh *
* I know you know that I ain't strong enough *
* To tell guys like you no, no, it ain't in my blood *
* So just *
* Save me the trouble *
* Keep those pretty blue eyes to yourself *
* Oh, why don't you save me the trouble? *
* Give that heartache to somebody else *
* If you're the kind of guy that's only gonna wanna *
* Love and leave a girl like me *
* Alone in this bar drinking double *
* Why don't you *
* Save me the trouble? *
* Oh, you save me the trouble * * Oh-oh *
* Save the trouble, baby *
Oh!
Oh, yeah!
[ Cheers and applause ]
Oh, yeah!
[ Cheering continues ]
That's what I'm talking about! Oh, man!
What?! Yeah.
I don't know. I'm back to square one.
That was just steamy at the end.
-That was crazy. -Oh, my gosh.
That song is nice. Shay: Thank you, John.
You guys got a future in this business.
It’s better than the original version, though.
Way better than the original. Coming for our job.
It’s interesting with Dan + Shay, obviously,
they’re built for this.
And then they assign their own song.
Dan: It's an inside job! [ Laughter ]
Promo, baby. Promo.
It’s working out for you guys. Working out.
That was so good,
the energy, the passion, the power coming out of you two.
Ryan, I think your superpower is that rasp in your voice.
My only caution,
sometimes it can feel like you’re just yelling.
So you have to watch that balance
Yep. between yelling and singing.
Karen, oh, man, I’m mad I didn’t turn for you.
It was like, what was I smoking when...
[ Laughter ] I loved your tone.
The vibrato is like, a very kind of quick vibrato,
but it’s really nice.
If I were to choose, I would say Karen.
Thank you so much.
Well, Karen, I did turn around for you,
and, uh, a couple of little boys over there blocked me.
Shay: Who would do that to Reba?
Blah, blah, blah.
Anyway, I think you’re fantastic.
I love the way you move on stage.
You look fabulous.
Ryan, I love that growl in your voice.
Thank you. You guys are a great duet.
Thank you so much. We had so much fun.
I thought it was an awesome performance,
but the energy levels were kind of mismatched.
I felt like, Ryan, you were a little bit more passionate.
But, Karen, you have this true talent.
There was this storm around you, and you were just,
like, shining through it.
It made me wonder how I didn’t turn for you.
We were smoking the same thing, Chance. We were smoking that day, as you keep saying.
We didn't get the invite. Yeah. We didn’t get -- that day?
It was a great collaborative performance,
especially the ending where you guys
got a little a little... a little steamy.
I don’t know what was happening there. That was cool, though.
It was cool, though.
Put it on TV, man.
Thank you, coaches. Dan + Shay, of course you guys
have the final decision, but give us some thoughts
on the battle first, please.
First of all, I’m just so proud of you both.
I like that better than how we do it.
Ryan, your presence on stage is incredible.
I can tell you’ve been doing this for a long time.
Thank you so much. We put you up for another country song.
I could tell you more of. kind of a rock singer.
You know, you got that big powerhouse voice
with a lot of growl to it.
And, Karen, it’s a guy song,
so you had to interpret it and make it your own,
and you rose to the occasion and it was amazing, as well.
Shay: Karen, your voice is so fantastic.
It reminds me of like old country stuff
that I grew up listening to, and I love that sound.
It’s very unique. And, Ryan, your voice,
it’s powerhouse, man, and I love that.
Dan + Shay, who is the winner of this battle?
[ Dramatic music plays ]
This is a tough call. It's rough.
This is a difficult decision.
The winner of this battle is...Karen.
Karen is moving on to the knockouts for Team Dan + Shay!
Shay: I was honestly blown away by Karen and Ryan.
Ryan made this a very difficult decision, but in the end,
I feel like Karen
really has the stuff to be able to win this show.
Woo! Congratulations.
Shay: Her charisma and overall stage presence
is very impressive.
You can tell that she’s really cut her teeth for many years
and just knows how to work a room.
And I feel like Team Dan + Shay is stronger because of Karen
and I’m excited to see where she elevates next.
Coach, let me remind you that Ryan’s available to steal.
Ryan, anything you want to say to Dan + Shay?
You guys, it has been an honor
to be able to sing your two songs on here.
Seriously, I can’t thank you guys
enough for this opportunity.
What a guy. Daly: Give it up one more time for Ryan Argast, everybody.
What a guy. Good job, brother.
Kudos to Ryan because he really stepped up,
and he really showed what he had.
Thank you so much. But we’re waiting to use our playoff pass
for someone that is truly, truly special,
who we think has potential to win the entire show.
So we’re saving that for the perfect performance,
for the perfect battle.
It hurts my heart. The first one to leave.
At one point, he was on this side of the stage
and then he, like, circled around her
and she just like literally sang
a piercing note through a cyclone.
And I was like, "Yeah, she gets it."
Totally. That was a great battle.
Daly: Alright, battle number three, here we go.
Two singers enter now from Team Reba. Team Reba.
It's the day of the battle. Let’s do this!
Daly: Tae Lewis!
I am not ready to go home,
so I’m sticking to the notes that Reba has told me.
Let's go, let's go, let's go!
I can bring the personality,
but I can also bring the subtlety, too.
This has been an amazing opportunity to show who I am,
and we’re just starting to peel back the layers.
Daly: L. Rodgers!
I’m doing this to be the person that I needed to see
when I was a little girl.
Yes, L.
L.: And I think there are so many little girls
Woo! who need to see that.
I want to be able to represent, that you can be
whoever you want to be.
Woo! Here we go.
You ready? Let's go. Yeah.
You got this.
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to "The Voice."
Dan + Shay, y'all are so cute.
That’s a weird pose, though.
Hey, Reba, what are you talking about?
[ Laughs ] Oh, nothing. Nothing.
I was just looking at your picture. Heh.
Alright, well, I’m going to get back to work, so, uh...
Bye-bye.
Okay. See ya. See ya.
See ya, Reba.
We’re gonna rehearse with Reba McEntire in front of us.
I know.
Listen, but how are you feeling, like, mentally?
Like what’s going on? I feel like
We’re gonna rehearse with Reba McEntire in front of us!
I paired L. Rodgers and Tae. L. is a force of nature.
* Wi-i-i-ld horses *
Reba: She has a lot of depth in her personality and her singing.
I’m autistic, so I’m a little bit different.
That’s your superpower.
Reba: She was the person to fill my team.
She did the Rolling Stones song, but she’s more of Americana,
so that fit great with the country.
* It's all I can do-o-o *
Reba: Tae, his range is incredible.
He’s just full of sunshine and life.
And the key factor that I wanted them together
is their feelings for a song.
They really get into it.
Come in, come in.
Tae: Oh, my God!
Hi! It's Reba!
Seeing Reba was crazy.
Get over here and give me a hug. Oh, my gosh!
I’m just standing in front of a living legend
who’s been doing this for years and is a mogul at that.
You look beautiful today. Thank you so much.
She’s done music, TV, movies, Broadway,
and to be given the chance to absorb all of that experience
is unparalleled, and I’m incredibly grateful.
Putting you two together, I thought,
Yes, ma'am. would be absolutely perfect.
On a Carly Pearce and a Chris Stapleton song,
"We Don’t Fight Anymore."
I was super amazed when I got it
because I am a pop-country artist.
So like, you really understood what I embodied.
* In this bed, we... * * In this bed *
* Might as well *
Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton are high, pivotal
country artists right now,
and I’m just so excited that she chose this song for us.
I’ve been living in Nashville for about a year and a half.
It’s a hard struggle, because so many people
want to place me inside of this box of soul, R&B.
Labels tell me, "Because you’re a black country artist,
we just don’t know how to market you."
When you first started, they were trying to figure out
who you were and what was your sound.
Yeah. And I struggle with the same thing.
So how do you manage those people saying all those things?
You say, "Give me a song.
I’ll show you what I’m supposed to be singing."
Come on now!
Because I think you can sing anything.
Tae: Rehearsing with Reba, it was just a monumental moment,
because I really just felt like she understood me.
Beautiful. Beautiful.
That last note seemed to wrinkle just a little bit.
* Anymore, more *
* Anymore * * More *
It’s a little flat.
I gotcha. Okay.
This is such a great song. Y’all are such great singers.
Okay. If you can be still.
We’re both spellcasters.
Orchestra leaders and spellcasters, right.
So I think less motion shows more pain,
because this is a painful song.
L: She really wants us to live in that stillness,
and I think she’s absolutely right.
Of course she’s right. She’s Reba.
Get in character.
Mm-hmm. I had a song called "Somebody Should Leave."
And they’re sitting there watching television,
and she kind of wishes he would, and he kind of wishes she would,
but they got the kids down the hall.
That’s a country song.
Yes. Yep.
Pull them into that story.
Both: * We don’t cuss *
L.: The one line that kills me the most
is "We don’t care enough to hate."
It’s when you feel nothing.
I definitely am tapping into my own experiences.
I personally have ended a relationship.
I was married to a man, and for a long time,
I felt like something was wrong with me,
like, I wasn’t capable of loving someone the way that I saw
other people love their partners.
And so it still hurts,
because I think about the look on his face
when I had to tell him that I was gay.
To live my life as the person that I’m supposed to be,
there’s nothing wrong with that.
But in that moment, knowing that that relationship had to end,
it was incredibly painful.
Reba: I want to hear it again.
And then at the second verse, move more.
Alright, we got this.
Entertain me.
Tae: It’s important for me to be in character for this song,
so I’m definitely working on that.
It’d be cool if we did... * We could burn this *
Give me your hand.
Both: * Whole thing down *
I know that there’s a playoff pass
and a steal that’s available, but I’m staying on Team Reba.
If I don’t, then I’m gonna be crying.
* ...defense *
Reba: L. Rodgers and Tae...
* We don't cuss *
...they were coachable,
they took direction, and they nailed it.
You know, I guess I’m supposed to be sitting here thinking,
"What note do I have?"
but I was a fan in the audience, being entertained,
and it touched my heart so hard.
[ Mouthing ] Wow.
You’re gonna make me cry again.
[ Quietly ] Wow.
This is definitely a performance
that will bring the house down,
and everybody in the audience is going to go, "Good luck, Reba."
Golly, it is so good. Carly and Chris are going to go,
"Wow, why didn’t we do it like that?"
Why did I pair these two together?
But, well, it’s going to be a great night of television.
It was so cool! I know.
Daly: Who would you pick as the winner of this battle?
Get the "Voice" official app now and play along.
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back.
[ Cheers and applause ]
You ready? Let's go. Yes.
Woo!
Let the battle begin.
[ Cheers and applause ]
**
* I couldn't make you jealous if I tried *
* You couldn't care less if I stayed out all night *
* I don't even look into your eyes *
* 'Cause the truth is *
* I don't even care if you're lying *
* In this bed, we... * * In this bed *
* Might as well be * * Might as well *
* Across the ocean *
* Tonight *
Both: * We don't yell, 'cause what the hell *
* Difference would it make? *
* We don't cuss, and we don't care *
* Enough to even hate *
* We could tear up the house *
* We could burn the whole thing down *
* But, boy, what for? *
* 'Cause we don't even fight anymore *
* Oh * * Ah-oh-oh *
* Oh, and I wish you would say something *
* Say anything *
* You wish I would say something *
* Say anything *
* And I would never say nothing *
* No, we never say nothing *
* We don't yell 'cause what the hell *
* Whoa-oh *
* Difference would it make? *
* We don't cuss, and we don't yell *
* We don't care enough to even hate *
* We could tear up the house *
* We could burn this whole thing down *
* But, boy, what for? *
* Boy, what for? *
*'Cause we don't even fight anymo-o-o-re *
* Whoa, anymore *
* Whoa * * No, we don't fight, no *
* Anymore *
[ Cheers and applause ]
Yeah.
**
Wow!
I got to be honest, I’m not familiar
with this Chris Stapleton song
as much as I am his many other hits,
but, uh...
That’s a joke, guys.
I don’t listen to Chris Stapleton.
Shay: I was gonna say, what other songs do you know?
No, don’t test me. No. I was gonna call you on that.
We believed you, Chance. Chance: Thank you. Thank you, John.
Tae, your pitch and control was so, like, there the whole time
that I just felt like you were leading the song.
But, L., you were like,
right there with these responding lines.
I was just mesmerized.
I thought it was top-to-bottom insane.
Yeah.
That’s a tough song. I’ve never heard anyone
cover that song, and y’all covered the heck out of it.
L., you just sing with your heart on your sleeve,
and I love that so much.
Tae, I feel like your runs were just spot-on.
They were so good. This is tough.
Really, I guess, in conclusion,
I have no idea what you should do, yeah.
I get it. Shay: Yeah.
After that performance, you really can’t imagine
either of you going home.
You’re both just fantastic vocalists.
L., your tone is more dramatic and big, and it has,
Thank you. like, this space to it. It was gorgeous.
And then, Tae, your tone is a little more crisp
and precise and cuts through in a really cool way.
And your range is crazy.
If I were to pick, I’m going to go with...Tae.
Thank you, John. Daly: Thank you, coaches.
Thanks, guys.
Alright, Reba.
Boy, this is going to be a tough one for you.
We already know. Give us some thoughts
on the battle before you tell us who won.
Guys, I’m so proud of y’all.
That was absolutely more than I could have wished for.
Thank you. Your emotion, your commitment to the song, your dynamics --
everything was perfect.
Thank you. Whatever happens, you can’t step another foot today
without saying, "We did good."
Thank you, Lord, for helping me through this,
because y’all did great.
That's right. [ Cheers and applause ]
Daly: Reba, the time has come.
Who is the winner of this battle?
You know I love you both.
And this is really, really tough.
But the person moving on to the knockout rounds...
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to the battles
at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Reba, the time has come.
Who is the winner of this battle?
You know I love you both.
And this is really, really tough.
But the person moving on to the knockout rounds...
is Tae.
Daly: Tae, you’re moving on to the knockouts!
Congratulations.
Reba: L. versus Tae was incredible.
Come on, now!
But Tae needed to move forward because he is a country singer,
but he’s also very soulful, and I think he could sing anything.
I think he’s going to do great in the knockout rounds.
Congratulations. You bet. Thank you. Thank you.
I’m gonna make you proud. Okay.
Yeah, Tae. Woo!
Oh, my God, I cannot believe I just freaking won!
Coaches, let me remind you, L. is available to steal.
L. anything you’d like to say to Reba?
Thank you all so much for letting me share who I am.
Give it up one more time for L. Rodgers,
ladies and gentlemen!
[ Cheers and applause ]
[ Whoosh ]
That's the sound of a steal!
Let’s go! Let's go!
Oh, no!
[ Laughter ] You got me!
Daly: Queen Reba uses her playoff pass for L. Rodgers!
Oh, my God! [ Cheers and applause ]
Sorry about your steal, Chance, but the playoff pass is on!
Reba: I only get one playoff pass.
I thought L. was worth it.
L. has a beautiful voice.
But it’s not only her voice. It’s her attitude.
It’s her stage presence.
So she gets the skip the knockout rounds
and goes straight to the playoffs.
Chance was going to try to get you!
Congratulations.
The fact that the playoff pass trumps the steal makes for fun.
Reba crushed my dreams. I still have my steal.
I’m honestly looking for somebody
that I think really wants it.
Everybody in the competition is talented.
It’s about the people who can see adversity and decide
that they’re just not going for it.
I love people that fight through.
Thank you, Miss Reba. You bet.
[ Voice breaking ] I’m so grateful!
I get another chance. I get to be here.
I’m sorry if you can barely understand what I’m saying.
I’m just so overwhelmed, and I’m so grateful.
So good.
Must-see TV.
Those were some good battles, huh?
Yeah. Shay: That was wild.
John: That was great. Wow!
Chance: Rehearsal is actually my favorite part.
I get to arrange and rearrange some of these songs for these,
for these artists, and I haven’t seen them in a couple days.
So, this is going to be one for the books.
Our next Team Chance matchup, we have Gabriel Goes.
You will be battling Kamalei Kawa'a.
Kamalei: Gabriel is the man. He’s a great person.
Another Hawaii boy. He’s a sweetheart.
And you will be singing "Over the Rainbow"
by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole.
Kamalei: Chance has given us "Over the Rainbow"
from Israel Kamakawiwo’ole.
He’s the soundtrack of Hawaii.
Kamalei sings really soulfully, very beautifully.
You’re making me blush. He has a very angelic voice.
Gabriel has a vibe.
He’s a total vibe, and it’s in himself.
This relationship really shows how we really are in Hawaii. Yeah.
Even though we’re battling against each other,
It’s more love than anything else.
It’s a jam battle. It's a jam.
We're gonna be jamming up there. Yeah. Exactly.
I’m born and raised in Hawaii, but I’m not Hawaiian.
My whole family is from Brazil.
My mom left Brazil at, like, 19 years old
to pursue her dancing career.
I’m bilingual. Eu falo Português.
I rep Brazil for sure, super hard.
Their culture is so vibrant, so alive.
What my mom told me is they said Hawaii really represented,
like, kind of like the Brazilian culture.
I love everything about Hawaii,
so being able to represent back home is so awesome to me.
Yo! What up, man?
It’s good to see you.
Gabriel and Kamalei are both super strong singers.
I’m tripping out right now.
Both just, like, had great vibes to them,
and it’ll be a moment for Hawaii.
What did you think about the song?
Mind blown.
I couldn’t believe, like, we’re really going to do it.
I know you’re from Oahu. Are you from Maui?
I'm from Maui. I am.
My immediate family is okay... Okay.
but I have a lot of friends who lived in Lahaina.
And doing this song, you know, it takes me home.
Kamalei: In 2023, the worst wildfire
in the history of Hawaii
burned down the whole Lahaina town.
Thousands of people lost their homes.
The whole island stopped everything that they did,
you know, to take care of each other.
They opened their home.
My wife worked at the shelters every day,
and that inspires me to continue to be strong,
you know, to continue to represent our people.
* Oh, pirates, yes, they rob I *
I remember my blind audition very faintly.
I remember Chance and Reba had their chairs turned around,
and we were having a conversation about who I was.
That’s the goal, being here is to represent all native people.
Chance: Yeah. I get emotional talking about it.
Talk about it, man.
Kamalei: I chose Chance because
I feel like I can connect with him on a different level.
It excites me to see how he’s going to be able
to pull the soul out of me
and be able to apply that to my music.
* Somewhere over the rainbow *
Kamalei, he’s got a soft tone,
but he also has a great control of his voice,
and his choices are what people listen for
when they listen to music.
That’s what I’m always looking for.
* Ah-ah-ah hi-oh *
* Somewhere over the rainbow *
I love Gabriel. He’s a strong singer,
and he’s got a very specific style
that I don’t think anybody else on the show has.
Stuff like that is what creates stars.
* Well, life is too short so love the one you got *
* 'Cause you might get run over *
* Or you might get shot *
During my blind audition, Chance was the only one who turned.
Whoo!
You’re, like, from a movie, man. [ Laughter ]
It's gonna be so good.
I was just so filled with excitement and joy.
We’re teammates, man.
It would definitely mean the world for me
to make Chance proud.
I feel like my journey is not at its end yet,
and I have still so much in the tank left to show everyone else.
Both: * Ooh-ooh-ooh *
Swag. I like it.
I got a lot of changes, but mainly to the arrangement.
I think this song is like a triumphant song,
and it’s like about dreaming.
The bounce that we have on snare is, like,
feels a little bit too bouncy.
Yeah. Like, sorry. Give me one second.
Chance, did it feel a little too slow now?
Like, is there a way to, like,
make it a little melancholy?
I don’t want to say that specifically. Yeah, yeah. No, no.
Gabriel: Right now, it feels like Chance is my producer,
and I’m like, in the recording studio, dude. I’m tripping.
That’s really what I’m into is the...
picky, like, stuff.
[ Playing "Somewhere over the Rainbow" ]
That’s beautiful. Yeah.
Yeah, it got a smile.
When we get the smile, it means it’s good.
If there is a word for, like, super-awesome, mega-talented,
ever talented-ist, that’s what he is.
* And a dream that you dare to *
I got a feel of who Chance is as an artist.
I got to really feel his vibrations.
In Hawaii, everything’s on vibes, and I love his vibe.
* Why, oh why can’t... *
Both: * I-I-I *
Boom.
I’m cool with that.
Literally closes his eyes, and he tucks his ear this way
and he listens and he tries to feel the music.
* Where troubles melt like lemon drops *
Because it’s such an important song,
we just want to get it all the way right.
Can we try it one time without guitar and ukulele?
Just the band?
Being a little bit confused
and trying new things is my favorite part of arranging.
* Someday I'll wish upon a star *
* Wake up where the clouds are far behind *
I think they’re both very talented singers,
so it could honestly go either way.
Cool. Sounding good. Let’s keep chatting.
The decision always comes down
to who was the most themselves, the most passionate.
So I’m excited to see how it comes out on stage.
Alright. Let's go!
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to night one of the battles.
[ Cheers and applause ]
Oh. Gabriel’s going, man. He’s going.
[ Cheers and applause ]
Let the battle begin.
Let's do this. I love you, bro. I love you, too.
**
Both: * Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, whoo-ooh *
* Ooh-ooh-ooh *
* Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh *
* Ooh-ooh *
* Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh *
* Oh, somewhere over the rainbow, way up high *
* And the reams that you dream of *
* Once in a lullaby-y-y, all right *
* Aye-aye-aye, oh *
* Somewhere over the rainbow *
* Bluebirds fly *
* And the dreams that you dare to dream of * Awesome.
* Really do come true, ooh *
* Someday, I'll wish upon a star *
* And wake up where the clouds are far behind *
* Me, oh *
* Where trouble melts like lemon drops *
* High above the chimney top *
* That's where *
* You'll find me, oh *
* Somewhere over the rainbow *
* Bluebirds fly *
* And the dreams that you dare to *
* Oh, why, oh, why can't I? *
* I, oh *
* Somewhere over the rainbow *
* Way up high *
* And the dreams that you dare to *
* Oh, why, oh, why can't I? *
* I-I-I *
* Ooh *
[ Cheers and applause ]
I love you, man. I love you, man.
**
Let's go!
Gabriel Goes, Gabriel Goes!
I love you guys, man.
I feel like just the energy that you guys brought,
it’s amazing.
Gabriel, I feel like you’re true to your name.
Gabriel goes. From the second that you walked out, you went.
You go. I don’t know where you went, but you have gone,
and it’s unbelievable.
Wherever you go, I would follow.
Gabriel goes. I’ll tell you that.
You’re the man!
The song selection was awesome.
It just brought a lot of good vibes,
and you represented Hawaii very well,
and it was amazing to watch.
There were some great individual moments
by each of you throughout it.
I felt the vibe from that in a big way.
Which way are you leaning?
I don’t know, man. We'll leave it up to Chance.
I think we’re gonna leave it up to up to Chance, if you will.
Thank you guys so much. Great job.
Gabriel, I love how you do
just some fun, unexpected things with your voice.
Overall, I just like the charisma and personality
that you just add to everything that you do.
And then Kamalei, your voice is graceful.
It feels inviting.
I think just by a little bit,
I would say Kamalei was my favorite.
Reba: Kamalei, I think you handled it really well,
with Gabriel coming out like a live wire.
You guys are totally opposite, calm, serene, know where I am.
And then you’re just,
"I’m here and I’m going to have a good time!"
Kamalei, I love your voice. It’s round, smooth like butter.
And, Gabriel, you got a great voice too.
It’s really good.
Thank you, coaches.
Chance, give us some thoughts on the battle
before you tell us who won, please.
Gabriel, everybody likes you.
Everyone likes you too, man. Thank you, thank you.
Speak for yourself, Gabriel.
Kamalei, I really respect how you brought the song to life.
I could tell that you were focused on your hometown,
what the song was going to mean when you sang it.
And Gabriel, I just feel like you rise to every occasion,
and I just wanted to say kudos to both of y’all.
I thought it was a great performance.
Chance, tough one here.
Who is the winner of this battle?
Very tough one, but...
the winner of this battle is
Kamalei.
Kamalei moves on to the knockouts!
Chance: It was really tough choosing between them two,
but I think Kamalei was a little more dedicated to the lyrics
and had a stronger grasp of the song.
Great job, man. Great stuff.
Thank you so much.
I love Kamalei's voice.
It’s so smooth, but it also feels intentional,
and he’s got something to say
every time he opens his mouth.
I think he’s got a lot more left to show.
I'm honored that Chance felt that I won that.
I’m excited to represent Hawaii even more.
Gabriel, anything you want to say to Chance?
Just being able to work with you
was an absolute dream come true.
You’re an absolute delight, dude.
Give it up for Gabriel!
John: Gabriel is just full of energy and charisma and charm,
but I didn’t think he was right for Team Legend.
I only have one steal.
I’m gonna be waiting for someone
who really moves me and inspires me.
Make me really want you on Team Legend.
I’m gonna miss Gabriel.
Yeah, what a sweet dude, man.
What a sweet guy, yeah.
Kamalei feels so genuine to me,
everything he says. Yeah.
* Dreams really do come true *
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back.
I can’t believe we’re working with John Legend.
John Legend! I know.
He’s got such a good ear.
I know he’ll be able to help us completely elevate it.
Zoe: John really scared me for a second.
He turned at the very last second.
* I just wish you were a better man *
My heart stopped.
I think I, like, jumped up and down
and didn’t even finish my last note.
Last-minute turn!
Your higher range sound, it’s so good.
The tone was so clear.
I’m excited that you’re on Team Legend.
Team Legend all the way!
John was definitely destined to be my coach.
Music is so important to me, and this is just the beginning.
I feel like we make a lot of sense together.
Yeah. Yeah, and now we’re besties because of it.
Like, win-win.
[ Harmonizing ]
Courtney: At the blinds, we were just really excited
to show the coaches what we could bring to the table
and what we do together in our craft.
[ Harmonizing ]
Kenna: When they turned around, it was just like,
ah, a little bit of relief, like, yay! Yeah.
We’re so excited.
John: I loved your performance.
That was like, a show.
It was a mini concert.
I have a 3 hat.
Courtney: They’re doing their whole, "pick me, pick me,"
all this stuff, and I was sitting there
and I was like, "I don’t know what we’re gonna do."
Kenna: It was definitely a hard decision,
but when it came down to it, we were going with our heart.
I grew up arranging songs for groups.
If there’s nothing else that I do, I do this.
Team Legend. Yes!
Sierra: We chose John because we really felt
he connected with us on a more personal level
for what we’re really hoping to learn as a group.
John: That is really interesting.
I had not thought of it that way.
John, we’re all set for battles. Okay.
Alright, well, I’m going to think about what you said.
Let’s get a drink later, alright?
**
Hello. Hi!
Oh, my goodness. OK3's in the house.
Zoe: Seeing John was surreal.
He is an amazing singer, songwriter,
producer, piano player.
John: How are you, Zoe?
Zoe: He’s got everything going for him.
He has so much to offer as a coach.
OK4.
Yeah!
The song I chose for you is "The Bones" by Maren Morris.
It's in a zone where if you're a country artist, it would work,
but also if you’re a more pop or soulful pop, it would work too.
It’s a good meeting of where all four of you like to sing.
* When the bones are good *
* The rest don’t matter, yeah *
* The paint could peel *
John: OK3 is wonderful to watch. I love their chemistry together.
You see the joy radiating from them.
* Baby, I know any storm we’re facing *
All three members of OK3
have really strong pop voices.
They cut through. They're kind of brassy and big.
* When the bones are good, ooh *
Yeah.
And they really sound great together.
* Yeah, life sure can try *
Zoe has a nice, buttery country-pop tone.
It has a warmth and roundness to it that I really like.
The combination with OK3 and Zoe
is gonna be perfect.
So cool.
"The Bones" is just a great song,
especially for somebody about to get married.
I know. Yeah!
My wedding dress came in last week, so that’s exciting.
I’m about to get married,
and the first dance song in my wedding
is "From the Ground Up" by Dan + Shay.
* More than a memory, more than saying I do *
And they played it for us,
and it was the, like, sweetest moment in the world.
Wedding planning is stressful, but at the end of the day,
I get to marry the person that I love.
Ryan is also a musician,
and making it further on this show
will really help the dreams that we have going into our marriage.
Just remember that, this song,
it’s about building something together.
Yeah, definitely.
We also related that to kind of our story, too.
It helped knowing each other as we were kids,
and growing up together too.
So the bones were already there.
And they're good.
* When there ain’t a crack in the foundation *
Sierra: Before this experience,
we actually weren’t together very much,
because adult life hit us.
I was teaching at two different vocal studios.
Courtney: I’m working full time.
Kenna: I’m a high school teacher.
It was just fun to be up on stage together again.
It’s like a never-ending sleepover.
I could completely see us being old ladies together.
We would still be helping each other
with fake eyelashes. I know!
We'll be, like, in the nursing home,
like, let’s go!
John: Everything sounds so good,
but I’m a little uncomfortable with the harmonies.
Okay. Okay.
* House don't fall * Who’s got the high note?
* House don't fall when the bones are good *
Right there? Yeah.
And then who’s got the middle?
* House don't fall when the bones are good *
I think that’ll work better.
Zoe, it’s always going to be a challenge
when you’re going up against three people,
but it’s working really well for you.
It’s like, right in your vocal pocket in a cool way.
Just be the best version of yourself,
and don’t worry about trying to match them
volume for volume.
Zoe: John was really encouraging in our rehearsal.
The way that he taps into that emotional side,
I’m trying to emulate that energy.
I just hope I get to keep working with him,
so I'm ready to fight for it.
I think it’s going to be lovely.
It’s going to be so good.
It’s inherently a bit unfair to Zoe that she has
to go against a trio. It's going to be fantastic.
But they’re singing really beautifully.
I love the arrangement that we’ve developed together.
I can’t wait for this battle. It’s all new for me.
My first trio. I don’t know what’s going to happen.
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to the battles.
OK3! The outfits!
The Barbiecore, they’re bringing it.
Oh, my God.
Yes, girls!
This battle begins right now.
**
* We're in the home stretch of the high times *
* We took a hard left, but we're alright *
* Yeah, life sure can try to put love through it *
* But we built this right, so nothing's ever gonna move it *
* When the bones are good, the rest don't matter *
* Yeah, the paint could peel, the glass could shatter *
* Let it break *
* 'Cause you and I remain the same *
* When there ain't a crack in the foundation *
* Baby, I know any storm we're facing will *
* Blow right over while we stay put *
* The house don't fall when the bones are good *
* Ooh *
* Ohh *
* Call it dumb luck, but, baby, you and I *
* Can't even mess it up although we both try *
* No, it don't always go the way we planned it, but the *
* Wolves came and went and we're still standing *
* When the bones are good, the rest *
* Oh, the rest, oh, the rest * * The rest don't matter *
* The paint could peel, the glass could shatter *
* Oh, the glass, oh, the glass could shatter *
* The bones are good, the rest don't matter * * Ooh *
* The paint could peel, the glass * * Yeah, yeah *
* The glass could shatter * * Yeah *
* When the bones are good, the rest don't matter *
* The paint could peel, the glass could shatter * * Yeah *
* 'Cause you and I remain the same * * Ohh *
* When there ain't a crack in the foundation *
* Baby, I know any storm we're facing *
* Will blow right over while we stay put *
* The house don't fall when the bones are good *
* Ooh * * Ohh *
[ Cheers and applause ]
**
Woo!
Ladies, that was incredible.
Thank you.
Zoe, you’ve got a very strong, broad-range voice.
Excellent. Thank you.
And OK3 --
OK3!
OK3,
wonderful.
Loved your harmonies, very entertaining,
and a wonderful song.
Way to go.
Thank you so much.
I gotta say, Zoe, you kind of blew me away today.
Thank you so much.
Very good, ladies. Excellent.
That was fire. I thought it was great.
OK3, I think when it started off,
I was wishing that the lyric split
gave you guys a little more time to parcel out as a group.
But once it got further into the song,
I got to see you guys' talent a little bit more.
Zoe, you really surprised me. You’re like a pop star.
Thanks. When you came out, you had a certain presence
on stage and moments that felt like a lead vocal.
It was very close, but if I had to choose,
I would honestly go with Zoe.
Thank you so much.
That performance was amazing,
so much fun.
Zoe, you blew me away with your performance.
Your vocals were incredible. It felt so intentional to me.
You really stepped up.
This is not an easy task. It’s basically three on one.
It's like Barbie coming after you three times.
I thought it was a phenomenal job.
You have such potential.
OK3, y’all’s harmonies are just out of this world.
When you guys all sing together, it is just so spot on.
Every movement is absolutely phenomenal.
[ Sneezes ] Bless you.
Bless you, Chance. Thank you.
Shout out, Chance the Rapper.
He did it directly in the mic, too.
I tried to cover it and I created, like, a cave.
That might have actually amplified it even more. Good acoustics.
I’m sorry. That’s so gross, y'all.
Please continue.
Shay: If I had to give John any advice,
I would go with Oklahoma Barbie all day.
But you couldn’t go wrong.
OK3. OK3.
Thank you, coaches. Alright, John.
You got a tough decision here in a minute,
but give us some thoughts on the battle first.
You all really sounded like you bonded together,
and your interaction with each other felt really natural.
And that’s a testament to you, really, Zoe,
because you just met them, and it’s really about you
maximizing the best version of yourself and saying,
I’m just going to go out there and be excellent at being me.
And I thought, you really did that.
Thank you.
And OK3, it's really just fun to watch you all
interact with each other, just the joy you bring to music.
I just think it’s so infectious and I love it.
I was so impressed with the whole performance,
and now I have a decision to make.
John, the time has come.
Who is the winner of this battle?
The winner of this battle...
is Zoe.
Zoe, you’re moving on to the knockouts for Team Legend!
John: I think Zoe was the underdog.
She was going against a trio, but Zoe came out
and just sounded like she was the lead singer.
And she nailed it.
Excellent job. Fantastic.
Zoe sounded confident.
Her voice sounded pure. Her tone was really inviting.
She won it on the stage, where you’re supposed to win it.
Oh, my God.
I’m, like, freaking out. That was amazing.
I have been working really, really hard,
and that was so much fun working with OK3,
and I’m just really glad I think I made John proud.
Guys, anything you want to say to John?
It was an honor, and we are just so grateful.
Thank you.
Give it up for OK3 one more time!
John: You know, I’m sad to see OK3 go.
They’ve just got such great energy together.
The battles are going so well. I’m so impressed.
This is an experience you’ll never, ever forget.
Yes. No telling where it’ll take you.
That was a tough decision,
but Zoe convinced me with her performance today,
she deserves to be on "The Voice."
I loved her performance, though.
It felt genuine to me.
Dan: She has a Taylor Swift kind of vibe.
John: Yeah.
**
* This is "The Voice" *
Daly: Welcome back to the battles.
**
Oh, hey, Reba. Hey.
Hey, what’s up?
I just thought I heard my music
coming out of your dressing room.
Your what? No. Yeah.
No, um, I was just working on a track.
You know, I’m always working on tracks.
Yeah, nope. Okay, alright.
Just nothing. Bye. See you in a little bit. Bye.
Phew.
* Come crawling back, baby, please, on your knees *
* Baby, if you’re missing me *
* On the radio * * Well, you can hear me on the radio *
[ Music playing faintly ]
[ Chuckles ]
[ Chance's music playing ] Love this song.
Producer: Okay, our next battle pairing for Team Reba.
Alyssa Crosby,
your battle partner will be...
Asher HaVon.
[ Gasps ]
Ahh!
Oh, my God.
I am so scared to go against you because.
you are a big voice.
I’m scared of you.
[ Laughs ]
You’re gonna whup my butt. You’re gonna whup me.
Asher has a very big, round voice.
It’s incredibly intimidating,
and it just radiates through the room.
It just gives you chills.
Alyssa is very confident,
and that’s something that I honestly lack.
I’d be like, "Er, was that right?
Should I walk here? Should I move there?"
Alyssa just be like, boom,
"I’m here, ladies and gentlemen."
I’m like, girl, where did you get that from?
So I can go and get it.
Welcome to my living room.
Oh, I love it. It’s amazing.
Come this way. Come this way. We got to get a hug.
Asher: Seeing Reba was mind-blowing.
Reba has had a longevity
in a genre that has been dominated mostly by men.
I’m excited to work with her.
Blind auditions were so much fun.
How’d y’all feel about them?
So nerve-wracking, but so worth it.
* Everything is just fine, fine, fine *
Alyssa: I saw Reba's chair light up and I saw her face,
and I somehow did not fall over, which was a miracle.
You got a great voice.
I’m just tickled to pieces that you’re on my team.
Alyssa: I feel like I have so much left in me
to give Reba and show her, you made the right choice.
I’m here to fight.
I’m here to win, and I want to get to knockouts.
* We don’t need another hero *
I picked "We Don’t Need Another Hero"
because it’s up-tempo, forceful, dynamic.
Any Tina Turner song is hard to sing,
and I wanted to see what they could do with it.
Alyssa: This song has a powerful message.
I look at it like, we are our own heroes.
For many years, I was waiting around for someone to save me
from my terrible relationship with alcohol, when all along,
all I had to do was make that step
and create a cleaner, more beautiful life for myself.
Ever since I’ve done that,
my whole life has been a million times better.
I’ve been able to build romantic relationships
with my amazing fiance and his son,
Aiden, who is just the coolest, best kid ever.
Having them means everything to me.
Just knowing that they’re there,
rooting for me and being so supportive
makes this whole process so much more amazing.
[ Harmonizing ]
Y’all’s vocals are incredible, but there was a lot of scatting
and everything that was kind of in competition
instead of like a harmonic melody.
So it’s like a cat fight.
So make sure that flows.
Yes. Okay.
This song is a challenge, but when I get on that stage,
I want the coaches to say,
"I should have turned around for you."
Every time you sing, you close your eyes,
and I need to see your eyes to know what you’re thinking.
You’re right.
Sell me the lyrics. Got you.
Same way. Sell it to me.
I’m your audience here. Sell it to Reba.
I’m afraid that I can get a little irritable to the ears
if I stay up high.
Just back off your mic. Okay.
If you feel it’s distorting to you,
it’s distorting to everybody. Okay.
I don’t have to really be all up in it all the time.
Reba has given me a lot of newfound encouragement
that I didn’t have.
* I said higher *
Your range, your power.
I couldn’t wait to turn around and see what you look like.
Reba, she was the person that I really wanted to go with.
Her career, her heart, who she is as a person just excites me.
We’re gonna have so much fun.
"The Voice" stage was the first time
I had performed for 2 1/2 years.
Going to knockout would just tell myself,
you’re really meant to be here,
and music is not done with you yet.
* And I wonder when we are ever gonna change *
I identify with this song because,
being raised in the church,
I had to completely hide who I was.
Me coming out,
I was looking for someone to say,
you can just be who you want to be,
and it wasn’t until I discovered the hero inside of me
that I was truly saved.
Getting that button from Reba was validation
that my life has truly changed forever.
Asher,
he’s got a very big, round, powerful voice.
Alyssa, she’s got a great range.
She even started sounding like Tina Turner, so I was like,
wow, girl, you go.
* Give it all or nothing *
They’re both great vocalists.
This battle is going to come down to how they perform,
how the crowd responds to them.
Could be either one of them.
**
* This is "The Voice" *
**
Yeah!
This guy was fire. Fire.
This was the person
I was mad that I didn’t get in blinds.
Let the battle begin.
**
* Out of the ruins *
* Out from the wreckage *
* Can't make the same mistake this time *
* We are the children *
* The last generation *
* We are the ones they left behind *
* And I wonder when we are ever gonna change *
Sick voice.
* Living under the fear till nothing else remains *
* We don't need another hero *
* We don't need to know the way home *
* All we want is life beyond Thunderdome *
* So what do we do with our lives? *
* We leave only a mark *
* Will our story shine like a light *
* Or end in the dark *
* Give it all or nothing * Oh!
* We don't need another hero *
* We don't need to know the way home *
* All we want is life beyond Thunderdome *
* All the children say *
* We don't need another hero *
* We don't need to know the way home *
* Ohh *
* All we want is life beyond *
* Thunderdome *
* All we want is life beyond *
* Thunderdome *
[ Cheers and applause ]
Wow, wow, wow, wow.
Oh, my Lord. Season 25!
Great job! Asher, your tone is incredible.
Your control is incredible.
Alyssa, when it started off,
it was kind of shaky, and I was like,
"Oh, no, this is about to be a landslide."
And then you came through and it was like, you were keeping up.
I’m leaning towards Asher.
I think he’s gonna do amazing things in the show.
But Alyssa, I’m surprised.
I didn’t turn for you in the blinds.
That was a great performance from both of you guys,
so congratulations. Thank you so much.
You guys should be so incredibly proud of yourselves.
Alyssa, I feel like you really stepped up in this performance,
and that is a really difficult thing to do
with such a powerhouse vocalist like Asher.
Alyssa, when you got up into that higher register,
your breath support, everything just felt so powerful.
Asher, that was insane. dude.
Just your range, your dynamics, some of that lower stuff.
I was blown away by it.
It’s gonna be a difficult decision, for sure.
That was so, so good. Thank you.
Alyssa, you made it clear
that you’re a real artist to be reckoned with.
And, Asher, you sang flawlessly. Your runs were amazing.
Your range is crazy. Reba should be very proud.
Very proud. Thank you, John.
Thank you, coaches. Reba, you got a tough one here.
What did you think of the battle?
Alyssa, I turned for you because I believed in you,
and you proved me right.
You’re a great vocalist. You’ve got great stage presence.
Asher, I didn’t almost recognize you walking in here.
The first time I saw you, had straight hair, then curly hair,
and now the big hair.
Yeah.
That’s all the stages of Reba McEntire and her hair.
Your voice is wonderful --
round, full, makes you feel like a nice, cozy blanket
that you’re being wrapped up in.
Daly: Reba, the time has come.
Who’s the winner of this battle?
After all the advice from the other coaches,
the winner of this battle...
is Asher.
Asher is moving on to the knockouts for Team Reba!
Reba: I wanted to keep both of them,
but I had already used my playoff pass,
so it was really a tough decision.
But I had to choose Asher.
I love you.
His voice is incredible, his style, stage presence --
he’s got the whole package.
And you look great.
Thank you. Trying to be like you.
Asher's got a good chance of winning.
I am overly happy I done won this battle.
I’ve been working so hard,
and I’m glad I’m still here.
Coaches, I'll reminder you Alyssa is available to steal.
Alyssa, anything you want to say to Reba?
I’m so honored to have been able to have
this opportunity with you.
Whoa!
That’s the sound of a steal!
And Alyssa is stunned!
[ Cheers and applause ]
Never saw it coming!
Chance the Rapper
uses his one and only steal
on Alyssa Crosby, everybody.
Thank you so much, Chance!
Oh, my gosh. I will not let you down.
Oh, no, I know. She will not let you down.
I will not let you down. You just made my whole life.
That is so fun to watch.
Chance: I stole Alyssa because she was going neck and neck
with somebody who’s just a natural, God-given talent.
And when you can pull that out of yourself, to me,
that’s the qualities of a star.
[ Crying ]
I am so emotional, and I never get emotional.
I am like, we’re nervous up there.
You powered through it.
Oh, my God. That’s all that matters.
You are so awesome. Thank you.
You’re awesome.
Oh, my gosh, this was so amazing.
You have no idea. I’m so excited to work with you.
Welcome to Team Chance, man.
Yes! I'm so excited.
* Team Chance *
**