71-year-old René Bishop captivated the judges with his rendition of “Unchained Melody” by The Righteous Brothers during his audition for The Voice Senior in 2018. His powerful performance had all the judges pressing their buttons and turning their chairs to show their admiration.
The Voice is a popular reality show that showcases emerging vocal talents. After hearing a contestant sing, coaches can press the “I want you” button if they wish to work with the artist. If more than one coach is interested, the artist gets to choose their coach or is paired with the first to express interest.
While many contestants on The Voice are younger, older performers often face discrimination. In response, The Voice introduced The Voice Senior, a special edition for vocalists aged 60 and above. This allowed seasoned artists like René Bishop to showcase their talents.
Bishop’s emotional and powerful performance left both the audience and coaches in awe, with his family visibly proud as they watched. Every coach turned their chair after he hit a high note, clearly impressed by his skill.
Bishop’s performance quickly went viral, with over 17 million views on YouTube. Commenters praised his vocal ability, with one saying, “Respect, pure class. The world isn’t only for kids.”
Through his performance, Bishop proved that age is no barrier to achieving success. Pursuing your dreams and showcasing your talents can happen at any stage in life.
What did you think of René Bishop’s version of Unchained Melody? If you were a coach, would you have chosen him for your team? Share your thoughts and spread this inspiring story with your friends and family!
