A young girl named Molly steps onto the stage of The Voice Kids Australia in front in thousands.
The stakes are high—this show has been a launchpad for ordinary folks, turning them into overnight sensations.
As Molly starts to sing “Not Pretty Enough,” the judges can’t help but express their amazement.
The song’s emotional lyrics resonate deeply with them:
“Am I not pretty enough, is my heart too broken? Do I cry too much, am I too outspoken?”
The Voice is unique in that the judges listen without seeing the performer, thanks to their rotating chairs.
Molly’s voice fills the room, capturing everyone’s attention.
Judge Mel B couldn’t contain herself any longer, and pressed the red button.
Molly’s family, watching from the wings, erupts in joy.
Even one judge turning around is monumental—it means Molly has a shot at advancing in the competition.
The song Molly chose, “Not Pretty Enough,” is a country-pop hit by Kasey Chambers.
In an interview with Song Facts, Chambers revealed, “I wrote it about not fitting into the music industry and feeling uncomfortable in such a superficial industry.”
“Feeling like I would never fit into mainstream radio.”
“Ironically, it became a radio hit in Australia on mainstream radio and went to #1 on the pop charts.”
Chambers continued, “Not Pretty Enough started out being about not fitting into the music industry, but is now more about just general insecurities that everyone feels at different times about different things.”
“It has got me through a lot of things and I love knowing that it’s helped other people through all the different times in their lives.”
“That is the beauty of music.”
Molly’s performance was so compelling that another set of judges, the Madden Brothers, also hit their buttons, turning their chairs to face the young talent.
The only judge who didn’t turn was Delta Goodrem, who, as it turns out, was the coach Molly had been hoping to work with.
But Molly wasn’t short on options.
Mel B tried to persuade her, saying, “I think we could work together really, really well.”
“I have four kids that are girls. So if I was you, from girl to girl, I would go with me.”
Molly was convinced.
She chose Mel B as her coach, sealing the deal on an audition that would be remembered by millions.
Indeed, Molly’s audition has been a sensation, racking up more than 58 million views online.
Her heartfelt rendition of “Not Pretty Enough” struck a chord with viewers, pulling on heartstrings and leaving an indelible impression.
Watch her sweet performance in the video below!
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Molly Sings | Am I Not Pretty Enough | The Voice Kids Australia
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