Who is Ronnie Wilson? ‘The Voice’ contestant stumps country icon Reba McEntire with his ultimate pick despite her convincing pitch
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ronnie Wilson, a talented 29-year-old singer and songwriter hailing from Atlanta, captivated the audience during the fifth night of 'Blind Auditions' on 'The Voice' Season 25.
Ronnie's soulful rendition of Zayn Malik's hit song 'Pillowtalk' caught the attention of judges John Legend and Reba McEntire, prompting both of them to turn their chairs in admiration.
John was the first to be won over by Ronnie's performance, expressing his immediate impression, meanwhile, Reba was not too far away in terms of her proximity, but it was evident that John was completely captivated and fascinated by Ronnie's exceptional vocal abilities.
John mentioned to Ronnie that he had previous experience working with numbers as a consultant before transitioning into a successful career as a star.
On the other hand, Reba expressed her desire to enhance and accentuate Ronnie's talent, as she believes it is perfect just the way it is and does not need any alterations.
Who did Ronnie Wilson pick as his coach on 'The Voice' Season 25?
Ronnie Wilson wowed judges John Legend and Reba McEntire with his stunning performance of Zayn Malik's popular song 'Pillowtalk,' leading both judges to eagerly turn their chairs in hopes of adding him to their team.
Ultimately, Ronnie made the decision to join Team Legend, confident in his choice to further his music career under the guidance of the renowned artist.
'The Voice' Season 25 contestant Ronnie Wilson comes from a musical family
Ronnie was raised in a tight-knit, musical household in a quaint, countryside town in South Carolina, as per a 2021 interview with Voyage Atlanta.
Ronnie's mother, a talented choir director at a nearby church, was the driving force behind Ronnie's early exposure to music.
It was during a church service at the tender age of 5 that Ronnie took to the stage for his first solo performance, igniting a passion for music that would shape his future.
Following his completion of studies at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, he secured employment that led him to relocate to the Midwest.
During his time there, Ronnie mentioned that he had the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working as a background singer for a prominent gospel recording artist.
Has 'The Voice' Season 25 star Ronnie Wilson released any original music?
Ronnie, who is now based in Atlanta, has yet to release any original music. However, in a 2021 interview, he expressed his commitment and determination towards achieving this goal.
Then, the Atlanta native mentioned that his musical influences span across a wide array of genres including rock, country, and gospel, and these diverse influences are evident in the musical decisions he incorporates into his singing style.
"What sets me apart from others is that I have a true love and appreciation for music,” he said while having a chat with Voyage Atlanta.
“I’m not doing this for money, but because I believe it’s my purpose in life. Singing brings me joy and makes me feel whole," Ronnie further added.
Ronnie has garnered a significant following on TikTok, boasting 107,000 followers and 3.3 million likes. On the platform, he shares a mix of singing performances and comedic content.
'The Voice' Season 25 airs on NBC at 8 pm ET on Mondays and 9 pm ET 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.