There’s something truly magical about hearing “You Raise Me Up” sung in a soft, emotional voice — especially when it comes from a young girl. Her pure, heartfelt performance didn’t just hit the notes — it touched the soul.
When little Sara Zeba, just 10 years old, walked on stage for her blind audition on The Voice Kids Croatia, she looked like any sweet, quiet girl. But the moment she started to sing “You Raise Me Up”, everything changed.
Within seconds, her voice filled the studio with something rare — not just talent, but emotion. Real, raw emotion. As the notes climbed, so did the hearts of everyone watching. One by one, all four judges turned their chairs, their faces lit up with amazement. And by the end of the performance, one of them was even wiping away tears.
This wasn’t just a good audition. It was a moment that touched people deeply — and it came from a young girl who simply loves to sing.
From Small Town to Big Stage
Sara comes from Virovitica, a small town in Croatia. Her love for music began at just three years old, singing nursery songs around the house. Her family quickly saw that she had something special — not just a good voice, but something that made people stop and listen.
She applied for The Voice Kids Croatia just two days before the deadline. It was almost a missed chance. But fate had other plans.
“I always dreamed of singing on that stage,” Sara later said.
“When I walked in, I thought—if this is a dream, please don’t wake me up.”
The Audition That Gave Everyone Goosebumps
Sara chose a big, emotional song — “You Raise Me Up” — made famous by Josh Groban. Many adults have sung it on shows like this… but Sara gave it her own feeling. Her voice was soft and pure, yet full of strength. It sounded like she wasn’t just singing — she was feeling every word.
Even the judges — who’ve heard thousands of singers — were blown away.
Vanna, one of Croatia’s most respected artists, was so impressed she praised Sara more than she usually does. Marko Tolja, another mentor, had tears in his eyes. That moment went viral across the internet.
Back in her hometown of Virovitica, Sara returned as a local hero. She performed at events, gave interviews, and was even honored by the county governor.
She still goes to school, still plays flute, still sings in two choirs — and still dreams big. She says she wants to be a singer and music producer someday.
She also loves painting and dancing. “I don’t love math,” she jokes in one interview, “but my friends like when I sing in class.”
Watch and Feel Her Voice
Sara’s voice doesn’t just sound nice — it makes you feel something. Her performance of “You Raise Me Up” is the kind of thing that gives you goosebumps. Not because it’s perfect — but because it’s real.
It’s soft, beautiful, emotional… and unforgettable.
People still talk about that little girl with the big voice, and it’s easy to see why.
