Who is Olivia Rubini? 'The Voice' viewers unhappy with the singer's Blind Audition due to her song choice
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: During the sixth episode of Season 25 of 'The Voice', Olivia Rubini, a contestant hailing from Delaware, mesmerized the judges with her rendition of Linda Ronstadt's classic hit 'Long, Long Time'.
The moment Olivia opened her mouth to sing, it was evident that she possessed a rare talent. In a surprising turn of events, John Legend was so impressed by her performance that he immediately turned his chair around to express his admiration for her vocal abilities.
"Olivia, I am so happy that I didn't have to fight these people for you," John said.
He went on to say, "It just sounded like someone who understands how to be a vocal artist and not just a singer."
This pivotal moment marked the beginning of Olivia's journey on the show. However, it seems like some fans weren't impressed by Olivia's performance during the final Blind Auditions of 'The Voice' Season 25.
One social media user wrote on Instagram, "Was ok but didn't impress me with song choice." Another user added, "Only Ruby can sing this song, I wish she would have chose a different song." A user commented, "Too bad she got nervous when John turned. You could hear the nerves."
An X user chimed in, "It was okay I guess." "A Miley Cyrus doppelgänger," another remarked.
Olivia Rubini could have gotten a four-chair turn if three teams weren't full on 'The Voice'
It is quite evident that if three of the coaches' teams hadn't already filled all their slots, Olivia Rubini's Blind Audition would have unquestionably led to a four-chair turn.
Each coach including Reba McEntire, Chance the Rapper, and Dan + Shay assured Olivia that if they had any remaining spots on their team, they would have eagerly turned their chair for her during her performance.
Nonetheless, this turn of events only worked in favor of John Legend, who had the privilege of being the only coach with an open spot left for Olivia.
The talented singer undeniably left a lasting impression and marked the end of this phase of 'The Voice' Season 25 in an incredibly remarkable and awe-inspiring manner.
'The Voice' Season 25 contestant Olivia Rubini's dad works in the music industry
Olivia Rubini, a 24-year-old native of Wilmington, Delaware, was raised in a family where music played a significant role.
Her father, Ritchie Rubini, is a renowned music producer, and she shared that her experience growing up as the daughter of a music producer was truly exceptional.
While having a chat with NBC, Olivia said, “Sleeping in guitar cases. Growing up with big honking’ guitars that I had no business holding.”
When Rubini was 14 years old, she approached her father and requested his assistance in developing her musical abilities.
Due to his extensive experience and knowledge in the field, he was able to guide her in finding and refining her unique vocal style, ultimately shaping her into a skilled and accomplished vocal artist.
“I see myself being the sort of Linda Ronstadt, Stevie Knicks, Fleetwood Mac, old ‘70s sound. But also fun and pop, like Miley Cyrus or Harry Styles," Rubini said.
When did Olivia Rubini release her debut album?
Olivia Rubini's debut album named 'Silhouettes', which was released on January 29th, 2021, showcases her personal and artistic evolution through heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies.
The album is a testament to Rubini's unique style and genuine creativity, incorporating a blend of live instruments and dynamic choruses that draw the listener in.
Tracks such as 'Daydream', 'Little Tiny Stars', 'Just Around', 'Fuzzy', 'Be Well', 'Days in the Dark', and 'Never Call Me, but Call Me' are just a few examples of the diverse and engaging songs included on her impressive debut album.
'The Voice' Season 25 airs on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8 pm and 9 pm ET respectively. 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.
