Eminem was left visibly moved as a 14-year-old girl took to The Voice Kids stage and delivered a breathtaking rendition of his deeply personal hit, Mockingbird. With every lyric, she poured her heart and soul into the performance, capturing the raw emotion of the iconic track. Watching the young contestant channel his story with such intensity, the rap legend couldn’t hold back his pride and emotion. Fans were stunned as Eminem later shared his heartfelt reaction, calling her performance a powerful tribute that brought his words to life in a way that hit straight to the heart.

Emma, a 14-year-old contestant from Vienna, Austria, delivered a remarkable rendition of Eminem’s iconic track “Lose Yourself” during her performance on The Voice Kids Germany 2023. Wearing a vibrant pink hoodie and baggy jeans, Emma captivated the judges and audience within seconds of starting the song. Her energy, flow, and stage presence stood out, earning her a place in the hearts of millions of viewers. All the judges turned their chairs in awe, a testament to her ability to channel the raw power of Eminem’s lyrics and rhythm into her own unique style​.

Emma’s journey on The Voice Kids highlighted her versatility, as she also tackled challenging songs like Tupac’s “Changes” and Eminem’s “Mockingbird” earlier in the competition. Her performances consistently showcased her rap and vocal skills, and her interpretations often paid homage to the originals while bringing a fresh perspective. Ultimately, Emma’s talent and charisma led her to win the 11th season of the show, cementing her status as a rising star​.

Eminem’s “Lose Yourself,” released in 2002, is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop tracks of all time. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song, becoming the first rap song to achieve this honor. The song’s powerful themes of seizing opportunities and overcoming adversity resonate across generations, making it a fitting choice for Emma to perform in her quest to inspire and entertain​.

Emma, a 14-year-old from Vienna, Austria, is not only a phenomenal singer but also a rapper, and her appearance on The Voice Kids did not let us down.

Emma decided to perform Eminem’s 2004 hit single “Mockingbird” from the Encore album at Germany’s The Voice Kids 2023 in order to show that young females can also rap. All the judges turned around right away, and she brought tears to her family members’ eyes.

The Voice Kids is a junior version of The Voice of Germany and a reality talent program produced in Germany by John de Mol. The program was created for kids between the ages of 7 and 15 and is based on the original The Voice Kids of Holland.

Surprisingly the little girl received Eminem’s attention. The official account of The Voice Kids posted Emma’s performance on TikTok with the caption: “Emma is here to bring Eminem’s ‘Mockingbird’ to the world.” In the comments, Eminem replied with “Face with Raised Eyebrow.” Delighted admin of The Voice Kids responded: “The Real Slim Shady is in da house!”