When 12-year-old Shaheen Jafargholi stepped onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage, he had no idea his audition would become one of the most unforgettable moments in the show’s history. With his mom watching nervously from backstage, Shaheen introduced himself and began to sing Amy Winehouse’s “Valerie.”

But just seconds in, Simon Cowell interrupted him, clearly unimpressed. “You got this really wrong,” he said bluntly. The audience went silent. You could feel the tension in the air. Shaheen stood there, stunned. For a moment, it looked like his big chance was over.

Then Simon asked, “Do you have another song?”
Shaheen quietly replied, “Yes — Michael Jackson’s Who’s Lovin’ You.”
And that’s when everything changed.

As soon as he sang the first few lines, the energy in the room shifted. The crowd went wild, the judges were blown away, and by the end of the performance, everyone was on their feet. It was one of those rare TV moments that gives you chills—real talent rising under pressure.

The audition wasn’t just powerful—it became legendary. The YouTube video now has over 54 million views, and the most amazing part? That performance happened 16 years ago. Yes, it’s been over a decade and a half, yet people still watch it, share it, and get goosebumps like it happened yesterday.

Shaheen went on to reach the BGT finals and later performed at Michael Jackson’s memorial service in front of a global audience. He continued to grow as a singer and actor, proving that one song really can change a life.

Even now, fans say it’s one of the most emotional and surprising moments ever aired on talent TV. And it’s a perfect reminder: sometimes all you need is a second chance—and the right song—to show the world who you truly are.

🎥 Watch his unforgettable performance below