A 13-year-old Austrian girl, Laura Kamhuber, stunned viewers with her performance of I Will Always Love You during her blind audition on The Voice Kids. Originally popularized by Whitney Houston in 1992, the song was deemed “unsingable” by judges due to its vocal range. However, Kamhuber effortlessly tackled the iconic ballad, leaving the panel in awe. German pop star Tim Bendzko even called it the “forbidden song” and praised her sensational performance.
Though Kamhuber was eliminated later in the competition, her audition went viral, amassing over 226 million views on YouTube, making it the most-watched video by an Austrian artist. The performance is remembered for its emotional depth and flawless execution, and it catapulted Kamhuber—now known as Laura Lun—into the spotlight. Since then, she has released three albums, blending pop, country, and ballads. Her audition remains a remarkable moment in music history, with fans worldwide continuing to marvel at her powerful voice.
