The Voice Kids 2013: Lena Meyer-Landrut, Henning Wehland, and Tim Bendzko embarked on a journey to discover young singers with extraordinary voices. Regardless of age, the show’s central theme remained clear: only the voice matters.
Across four Blind Auditions, the three coaches, seated with their backs to the stage, relied solely on the young talents’ voices to press their buzzers and invite them onto their teams. The selected contestants, aged 8 to 14, then faced off in three Battle shows, competing in trios. The winners of these intense battles advanced directly to the finals, where the ultimate victor earned a training grant worth €15,000 and the option of a recording contract—a decision left to the discretion of their parents. The show was hosted by Thore Schölermann, bringing his charismatic energy to the first season.
One performance stood out and left both the audience and judges spellbound. Laura, a 13-year-old contestant, delivered a breathtaking rendition of Whitney Houston’s iconic ballad, “I Will Always Love You.” Her stunning vocal control, emotional depth, and stage presence brought the audience to tears and sent the judges into a frenzy as they all scrambled to press their buzzers.
It’s rare to witness such a remarkable display of talent at such a young age, but Laura proved that age is no barrier to musical brilliance. Her choice of a powerful and emotionally charged song surprised many, but her performance silenced any doubts about her maturity as an artist.
Laura’s video has since gone viral, amassing an astonishing 223 million views. Her story is a testament to the extraordinary capabilities of young performers, many of whom achieve greatness with little to no formal training. From singing to dance, theater, and visual arts, these young talents continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
