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Self-Taught Star's Historic Run on The Voice Australia
23 Sep
Summary
- Daisha Auda, a 15-year-old self-taught singer, reached the final.
- She is the first Torres Strait Islander to reach the final.
- Auda overcame elimination with a judge's 'steal' to advance.
Teenage singer Daisha Auda has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Torres Strait Islander artist to reach the grand final of The Voice Australia. The 15-year-old, hailing from Logan, Queensland, has consistently impressed with her performances, earning a spot in the top four contestants. Her journey on the show represents a significant moment for First Nations representation on Australian commercial television.
Auda's remarkable talent was evident from her blind audition, where she performed Lizzo's "Cuz I Love You." All four judges turned their chairs, acknowledging her vocal prowess and stage presence despite no formal singing lessons. She honed her skills through daily practice and online resources, guided by her family. Despite initial setbacks, including being put up for elimination, Auda was saved by another judge's 'steal,' allowing her to continue her pursuit of the national title.
Her advancement to the grand final has ignited pride within her community and among First Nations peoples across Australia. Auda hopes her experience will inspire other young individuals from regional areas and diverse cultural backgrounds to pursue their artistic ambitions. The upcoming grand final will feature Auda competing against three other finalists for the title and a major recording contract, with public votes set to decide the winner.
