7-year-old Shaney-Lee Pool stole the spotlight on The Voice Kids with his heart-melting version of John Denver’s classic “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
Dressed to impress and radiating charm, Shaney-Lee’s sweet, pitch-perfect vocals immediately won over the audience—and the internet. His audition went viral, racking up over 64 million views on YouTube, making it the most-watched blind audition in the show’s history.
Pixie Lott couldn’t resist his talent and turned her chair, giving the young country crooner a well-deserved spot on her team.
Living on a farm near Bristol Airport, Shaney-Lee is no stranger to country life—or country music. He even rode his beloved Shetland pony, Bobby Brown, to the audition, adding an extra dose of adorable to his already unforgettable performance.
The moment he started singing, the crowd was hooked—cheering, clapping, and standing in admiration. And when he spoke in his post-performance interview, his gentle personality charmed the judges even more.
Clips of his performance have been shared all over social media, inspiring fans across the globe. One viewer summed it up best: “Adorable boy with a brilliant voice singing my favorite song. Please keep singing and one day you’ll sing to the world.”
A true lover of country music, Shaney-Lee revealed during his interview that he once saw country legend Kenny Rogers live, and he listens to music everywhere—from his nan’s house to the radio.
Backed by proud parents Shane and Tamara, Shaney-Lee continues to win hearts wherever he goes. His dad shared, “Everywhere we go, people ask him to sing. It makes you very proud.”
💫 From pony rides to standing ovations, Shaney-Lee’s musical journey is just beginning—and it’s already unforgettable.
