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Kelly Clarkson's Toughest Kellyoke Cover Revealed
22 Sep
Summary
- Clarkson found singing "Golden" for her show finale extremely difficult.
- The song was the most requested Kellyoke track over seven years.
- She likened the challenging song to a battle between humans and AI.

On Late Night With Seth Meyers, Kelly Clarkson discussed the immense vocal challenge of performing the KPop hit "Golden" for the series finale of The Kelly Clarkson Show. This song, which was the most requested Kellyoke cover during the show's seven-year run, proved to be exceptionally difficult for the singer.
Clarkson described "Golden" as a struggle between human vocal capabilities and artificial intelligence, highlighting its demanding high notes and intricate placement. She noted that even her children recognized the song's difficulty due to the extensive practice she dedicated to it.
She confessed that the song was so demanding it made her feel "its b-ch" and that backup recordings did not meet her standards. Clarkson also shared her experiences returning to The Voice and reflected on the profound impact of the late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Clarkson admired Parton not only as a talent but also as a businesswoman with a remarkable, authentic voice. She recalled a personal encounter with Parton that served as a valuable lesson in treating others with kindness and attentiveness.