'The Voice' Season 18: Toneisha knocks out fan-favorite Cedrice with powerhouse vocals, Kelly saves the day
Team Blake's Cedrice and Toneisha Harris are up next. And they're both taking on Rihanna tonight. Cedrice will be singing 'Love On the Brain' by Rihanna, while Toneisha will take on 'Diamonds'.
As Cedrice sings for Blake Shelton and guest mentor James Taylor, fans were already tweeting, "Singing love on the brain is a MOVE... I really hope that she brings it." But as Toneisha gives us a glimpse of her performance, she finds herself compared to some of the greatest singers like Barbra Streisand by James.
"OMG..you have to pick between Toneisha and Cedrice...Good Luck Blake!@blakeshelton #VoiceKnockouts," tweets one fan, pointing to the fact that both these contestants are amazing and evenly matched singers.
Cedrice goes first and brings ample personality to her performance. "Cedrice is SO good #TheVoice," tweets one fan, while another states, "Cedrice is such a queen and sooooo talented it’s insane."
Another also shares, "Cedrice is such a siren. A great mix of humility and confidence. She is eating the lyrics and owning that stage dramatically and vocally. #TheVoice".
Some, however, think Toneisha might be the better voice, predicting "#VoiceKnockouts I love Cedric, but truly believe that Toneisha can be the Voice winner this season."
As Toneisha takes the stage, it seems obvious why fans would think that way. She has the kind of powerhouse vocals that can really sell out a stadium.
One fan tweets, "@toneishaharris is shining bright like a [diamond] already!" while another states, "Wow Toneisha what a gift@blakeshelton #VoiceKnockouts." One fan says, "@toneishaharris Your voice is flawless perfection! I am speechless! WOW!!! You are a beautiful diamond! #VoiceKnockouts"
Toneisha earns a standing ovation. Coaches John Legend and Nick Jonas lean towards Toneisha, stating she has what it takes to be in the finale. Kelly Clarkson, however, disagrees, stating she thought both singers have what it takes to win the competition.
Fans are split, with one half stating, "#VoiceKnockouts #They both have beautiful voices but there’s somthin’ bout Cedrice!" and others tweeting, "Toneisha all the way Blake !!@blakeshelton #VoiceKnockouts".
Blake finally picks Toneisha as the winner of Monday's battle. But once again, Cedrice earns a steal, this time from Kelly, and the two end the moment on a warm embrace. Kelly states Cedrice is too unique to lose at this point, and fans can't help but agree!
One fan tweets, "Thank you for saving Cedrice / Love her voice," and another states, "YASSSSSSSSS CEDRICE AND KELLY ARE COMING TO WIN THIS SEASON!!!! PERFECT STEAL KELLY #thevoice"
