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'The Voice' Season 24 coach Gwen Stefani shredded for saving Kara Tenae despite 'terrible' song choice

'The Voice' Season 24 fans claim singer Kara Tenae had pitch issues due to 'poor' song choice

UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA: Kara Tenae competed against CORii and Kristen Brown in a three-way knockout on the November 13 episode of 'The Voice'. However, viewers couldn't help but criticize coach Gwen Stefani's choice of winner.

After being stolen in the battle rounds, CORii performed 'Ain't It Fun' by Paramore in the Team Gwen showdown. Fans believe Kara made the "wrong song" choice with JoJo's 'Leave (Get Out).'

Kara emerged triumphant in the three-way knockout! She now represents Team Gwen in the playoffs.

Gwen said, "I think I might have a winner on my team this year." She further stated, "Kara really rose to the occasion. She was so swaggy and had so much attitude. The way that she delivered the lyric just felt so believable."

On X, fans asked, "Why did Gwen have to choose her despite Kristen having a better song than her. Good choice overall." While another user chimed in, "This was a shocker. But ok Gwen.. You got a plan."

One viewer further noted, "Kara, this proves Gwen doesnt know what shes doing." A fourth person questioned, "Kara? It's not my team so..."

One person also tweeted, "I remember that song by JoJo. I think Kara has a beautiful voice, but this performance was just okay." While others argued, " Kara had some pitch issues and that was a very not-ready-for-primetime performance."

A viewer also noted, "She sung the wrong song. This Jojo does not showcase her voice well." "These song choices are terrible," wrote another.

John Legend went for a steal from Team Gwen in 'The Voice' Season 24

Kristen Brown was stolen by coach John Legend!

"Reba better watch out, I got a country artist on my team too, and she's good," John said.

He initially said, "I finally used my Steal on Kristen. She’s been so good through all the rounds of the competition. I know she’s going to do well in the future."

Who is CORii in 'The Voice' Season 24?

As a great songwriter in addition to being a gifted vocalist, CORii has made a name for herself in the business.

Her performance on NBC's 'Songland' captured the attention of viewers when she sang her song 'What If', which has had over 500,000 plays on Spotify alone.

She currently stays with her spouse and their two-year-old child, Brooks. She prioritized her family for the past few years, but now CORii is ready to make a comeback in the music industry.

Over the years, CORii has showcased her talent with performances in New York, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles. In addition to creating and singing songs for national cheer contests, she actively pursues opportunities for TV and film placements.

When not on stage or attending to her family, CORii also provides voice lessons.

Who is Kara Tenae in 'The Voice' Season 24?

Kara began singing when she was a young child and has been a professional musician since her early 20s. After high school, she formed a brief girl band that had a record deal.

For a brief period, Kara drove for Uber and would frequently serenade her customers. She was even given the chance to take part in an Uber advertisement.

When she arrived at the location, she was thrown into a car and instructed to sing a song that she had written. Before she knew it, Julia Michaels was sitting beside her.

Kara's original song was included in a national advertisement that was broadcast to the public as part of the campaign.

These days, Kara takes care of the elderly and those with developmental impairments during the night shift. Kara spends her days creating songs and working on her music.

She also uploads covers to her YouTube account and enjoys performing live at neighborhood pubs and restaurants.

Kara even released her debut EP this past summer, which resulted in favorable press and the chance to play in UK venues.

Who is Kristen Brown in 'The Voice' Season 24?

From an early age, Kristen knew she wanted to be a musician. Along with friends from her voice studio, she created a band when she was thirteen, and the three went on tour.

Later on, they put out original music and served as openers for Toby Keith, Rascal Flatts, and Morgan Wallen, among other country music stars.

In 2021, Kristen started her solo music career by composing and producing 'Christmas Spirit', her debut solo song, as a tribute to her late aunt.

The song's music video has received around 94,000 views on YouTube. Kristen has been composing, producing, marketing, directing, and editing her music videos, as well as scheduling her shows, for the past few years.

Kristen's parents, who have always encouraged her that she can achieve any ambition if she works hard enough, are the source of her tenacious attitude.

'The Voice' Season 24 airs on Mondays at 8 pm ET and Tuesdays at 9 pm ET on NBC.