When 8-year-old Angelina Jordan stepped onto the stage of The View in 2014, nobody really knew what to expect. Dressed simply, barefoot, and quiet, she looked like any sweet child stepping into the spotlight for the first time.

But the moment she began to sing “Fly Me to the Moon,” everything changed.

Her voice was smooth, haunting, and rich beyond her years—like something lifted from the golden age of jazz. It wasn’t just impressive for a child; it was jaw-dropping for any singer. Audiences at home and in the studio were stunned.

She didn’t just sing the words—she lived them. Every note carried soul and grace, and as her performance went on, even the hosts of the show looked at each other in disbelief. How could a little girl sound like that?

A Story Behind the Voice — And the Bare Feet

Angelina, born in Oslo, Norway, had been drawn to music since she could speak. But it wasn’t modern pop that caught her attention—it was jazz. She fell in love with legends like Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald as a toddler, mimicking their phrasing and style naturally.

But perhaps the most striking part of her appearance—especially to American viewers—was that she was barefoot on stage.

There’s a powerful story behind that. When Angelina was six, she met a poor girl in Asia who had no shoes. Touched by the encounter, Angelina gave the girl her own. In return, the girl promised to pray for Angelina to reach her dream of becoming a singer. Since that day, Angelina has performed barefoot in tribute—not just to that girl, but to kindness, compassion, and staying grounded no matter how high you rise.

From Viral Star to Global Artist

That performance on The View quickly went viral. Viewers around the world were stunned by her maturity, humility, and jaw-dropping talent. It wasn’t just a fluke. Angelina had already won Norway’s Got Talent at age 8, and she would go on to perform at major events like the Nobel Peace Prize concert.

Years later, she wowed audiences again on America’s Got Talent: The Champions, earning a Golden Buzzer from Heidi Klum for her breathtaking rendition of “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Now in her late teens, Angelina continues to write original music, perform worldwide, and remain completely independent—choosing not to sign with a major label while she continues to grow as an artist.

It’s one of those rare moments where everything aligns: the voice, the song, the soul—and a little girl who left the world speechless.

You can check the whole performance in the Video below: