'Overrated': Internet 'bored' as Ghetto Kids' perform to OG song in 'AGT: Fantasy League' semifinals
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The Ghetto Kids from 'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' form a dancing group that celebrates African style. On January 29, prompted by Mel B to "go back to their roots," they performed to an original tune. However, their act left viewers extremely bored.
Team Mel's Ghetto Kids took the stage for their opportunity to make an impression. Concluding Monday's performance, featuring their original music, they captured a group photo with the judges.
.@Ghettokidstfug had the crowd moving with their energetic performance! #AGT pic.twitter.com/8VY2XwdzfF
— America’s Got Talent (@AGT) January 30, 2024
The children aspire to inspire others in their native country, Uganda. Howie Mandel described them as "incredibly talented and incredibly joyful," and even praised one of the Ghetto Kids as a "superstar," eliciting an enthusiastic response, "Yeahhhh."
Heidi Klum expressed her love for the vibe they bring, and Simon Cowell believed they faced pressure from other groups but deemed their performance "was everything this show should be."
However, on X, some viewers questioned the group's appeal. One viewer stated, "I don't understand what was so good about this group of kids. I watch their act, and no, ì just don't see it as everyone else does." While another user chimed in, "DEFINITELY A NO NO NO."
I don't understand what was so good about this group of kids. I watch their act, and no, ì just don't see it as everyone else does.
— quadryder7654 (@quadryder7654) January 30, 2024
One user further wrote, "Sorry, Ghetto Kids, I love you, but I have to buzz you! That was a little boring!"
Sorry, Ghetto Kids, I love you, but I have to buzz you! That was a little boring! #AGT
— Jacob Elyachar (@JacobElyachar) January 30, 2024
On Reddit, fans expressed their opinions, with one saying, "WTF? I'm sorry but these kids are not good! No synchronicity, no flow they just shake their hips (not in unison) and flail about. Yes they make me happy and it's fun but they should NOT have gotten this far." Another person added, " Agreed wildly overrated I mean look at V. Unbeatable they are way better than them and people think they are all that they did not deserve to beat the clairvoyants let alone it be that good for Bruno even wait until they are finished his golden buzzer on BGT."
Under the thread, one person commented, "yes, i am BAFFLED they made it through over The Clairvoyants." "I also had the same thought. I didn’t understand how they pushed through the qualifiers," added another.
Who are 'AGT: Fantasy League's Ghetto Kids?
A Ugandan dance group known as Ghetto Kids (formerly Triplets Ghetto Kids) secured a spot in the Finals of Series 16 of 'Britain's Got Talent', finishing sixth. At the time of their audition, the children's ages ranged from 5 to 13. Originating from an orphanage in Uganda, the group garnered a Golden Buzzer from Bruno Tonioli.
During their audition, the children shared a poignant account of how the orphanage had positively impacted their lives, providing them with a sense of family connection. This support allowed them to lead fulfilling lives, complete with access to essential resources such as food, education, and necessary medical care.
Who founded 'AGT: Fantasy League's Ghetto Kids?
The Ghetto Kids home currently cares for over thirty children, and its founder, Daouda Kavuma, expressed on the program his aspiration to witness this number increase in the future.
Are 'AGT: Fantasy League's Ghetto Kids orphans?
Both the press and the youngsters refer to the house as an orphanage. However, the troupe's founder, Daouda, has only said that "some" of the youngsters are orphans.
'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' airs every Monday at 8/7c on NBC. If you miss the live broadcast, you can catch up by streaming new episodes on Peacock the following day.