'Very Cringe': 'The Voice' fans unimpressed with Serenity Arce and Bri Fletcher's battle song selection
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: During the ninth episode of 'The Voice' Season 25, contestants Serenity Arce and Bri Fletcher took over the stage to deliver a stunning performance of Lewis Capaldi's hit song, 'Someone You Loved'.
The dynamic duo stood proudly as the pioneering all-woman battle pair, their attire predominantly drenched in darkness, exuding an aura of undeniable power. With every note that escaped their lips, their voices resonated with raw emotion, capturing the hearts of all who listened.
As the song reached its climax, their harmonious voices intertwined, creating a mesmerizing moment as they serenaded one another, a testament to their genuine connection.
And just when it seemed like the performance had reached its peak, they gracefully shifted their focus back to the audience, delivering their final lines with unwavering passion and leaving an indelible mark on the crowd.
Serenity and Bri both utilized hand gestures to emphasize the emotions in their lyrics as they performed on stage.
Despite their powerful delivery, it appeared that the audience and fans of the popular singing competition show 'The Voice' were left dissatisfied with the song choice for their battle-round performance.
The disappointment was palpable as viewers took to social media to express their discontent with the selection. It was evident that the song choice played a significant role in shaping the overall reception of Serenity and Bri's performance, highlighting the importance of selecting the right material.
One social media user wrote, "My least favorite performance of the night." Another user chimed in, "Bad coaching! the song did nothing for them, very cringe. two great singers. what a waste." A user went on to say, "This one is crazy pre-determined. Bri was flawless. This one was bad." Followed by a user who penned, "This presentation is painful. The song didn't come right."
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What did 'The Voice' judges think of Serenity Arce and Bri Fletcher's battle?
Following the intense battle between Serenity and Bri, each of the judges took turns expressing their opinions and critiques of the dynamic duo's performance.
"I believe every single thing that comes out of your mouth," Dan said as he gushed over Serenity's voice.
On the other hand, when talking about Bri, he mentioned that she was "trying to be too perfect."
Shay had a similar perception that the essence of Serenity was more deeply embedded in the song compared to Bri.
"That was very moving for us to see," John Legend added.
Who did Chance the Rapper pick between Serenity Arce and Bri Fletcher on 'The Voice'?
Shay pointed out that Chance the Rapper had a difficult decision ahead of him as he had to choose between the two performers to advance in the competition. Other judges recommended that both artists should continue with their careers and explore new opportunities.
Chance expressed that the decision was incredibly difficult, following his applause for both artists involved. He eventually decided that Serenity would be going ahead in the contest.
While talking about his decision, Chance said, "It broke my heart to have to pick."
"She just has a very angelic but strong voice. I can't wait to see what she does in this competition," he said of Serenity who is 16 years old at the moment.
"Serenity is someone to watch from Team Chance," he further added.
'The Voice' Season 25 airs on NBC at 8 pm on Mondays and 9 pm on Tuesdays. The episodes will be available on Peacock on demand the next day. The streaming site also includes entire episodes from the show's prior seasons.