Trans Singer's Voice Stuns The Voice UK Coaches

Ciiara Baker, a 21-year-old transgender singer, earned a rare four-chair turn during her audition for The Voice UK. Performing "Glory Box" by Portishead, she impressed judges Kelly Rowland, Sir Tom Jones, and the McFly duo, Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones, who ultimately became her mentors. Baker shared that music has been an essential outlet for her, allowing her to articulate the complex feelings she navigated during her adolescence as a transgender woman. She found solace in songwriting, particularly during the Covid pandemic, which provided a quieter period for self-reflection. Music offered an easier means of expression compared to verbal communication, helping her come to terms with her identity. Originally from Worcestershire, Baker now studies music in London. Her mother, Vicki, expressed profound support, emphasizing her daughter's happiness and right to self-expression. Baker will continue her journey on The Voice UK.