Not every voice tells a story. But when Madeleine stepped onto The Voice Kids Germany stage for the third time, she didn’t need lights, gimmicks, or drama. All she had was a microphone, a piano, and one of the most emotional ballads ever written — “My Immortal” by Evanescence. What happened next became one of the most unforgettable moments in the show’s history.
Madeleine wasn’t a newcomer. She had already auditioned twice before. Both times, no chairs turned. No buzzers. No team. And most people would have walked away. But not her. She came back, not just hoping for a different result — but ready to prove that she had grown into something more than anyone expected.
The piano started. The room went still. Then came her voice — soft, controlled, and full of emotion. Something about her presence had changed. There was pain in her tone, but also strength. You could feel it: this wasn’t just a performance. It was personal.
Then the moment came. Before she even reached the chorus, every single coach hit their buzzer. One after another, the red chairs turned around — Álvaro Soler, Lena, Wincent Weiss, and Michi & Smudo — all visibly surprised and moved. The crowd roared. Her parents backstage broke into tears. But Madeleine stayed calm, delivering the final notes with the grace and confidence of someone who had been waiting her whole life for this.
After the applause, coach Álvaro stepped up onto the stage and, in a beautiful surprise, asked to sing with her. The two performed part of the song again in a quiet, raw duet that melted hearts. It didn’t feel like a TV moment. It felt real — two artists connecting over shared emotion and pure music.
“My Immortal” isn’t an easy song for anyone, let alone a 15-year-old. It’s deep, emotional, and heavy. But Madeleine didn’t just sing it — she owned it. She made it hers. She didn’t try to copy Amy Lee. She didn’t overdo it. She just told the story, her way. And everyone listening could feel it.
From there, her journey only grew stronger. She won her battle round, shined in the sing-offs, and made it all the way to the final, where she performed Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” with incredible maturity and heart. What started as a comeback turned into a complete transformation. Madeleine wasn’t just a contestant anymore. She became a true artist.
But more than anything, her performance showed that sometimes, hearing “no” isn’t the end. Sometimes it’s just the beginning of something better. Madeleine came back after failure — not bitter, but braver. And in doing so, she gave hope to anyone who’s ever been told they’re not ready.
Her third try wasn’t lucky. It was legendary.
You can watch Madeleine’s emotional “My Immortal” performance below