Esmée Denters sings ‘Yellow’ by Coldplay | The Voice Stage #32

Back in 2008 ‪@esmeedenters‬ made a name for herself with her cover videos on KZbin. She became one of the first artists to get over 100 million views on her KZbin page. She even got signed to Justin Timberlake’s label and she had a lot of success. However, all good things come to an end and she ended up working in a frozen yogurt show in London. Wanting to prove that her dream of becoming a successful singer is still very much alive, she decided to enter The Voice UK! What do you think of Esmée’s Blind Audition? Let us know in the comments below 👇
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Esmée Denters performed ‘Yellow’ by Coldplay
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[@1tsjustjess]

I find her really humble, I feel like people are pre-judging because she had experience in the industry with high level artists. I don't think this song showcased her abilities though, she definitely has more of an R&B voice imo.

[@Alan-cr6nl]

when rita said 'this is crazy, this industry is crazy' i knew she meant it. it was not the greatest audition but getting dropped out after selling her own record and working alongside justin timberlake, there's a huge question mark in our modern day music industry.

[@slidenapps]

As she said it's a business and she probably didn't want to sell herself out at the time. Kudos to her!

[@GaryXorangeberry]

@Alex Bong what was the malaysia scandal?

[@Richard-lh3te]

You get dropped if the music isn’t successful and the public loses interest

[@christopherburgos9957]

Well what really happened was Justin Timberlake settled for her after competing with Usher for Justin Bieber. After Usher won Bieber and he succeeded in the way that he did and Esmee didn't, it kind of made it much much harder for her.

[@luisreloade16]

That happens more often in the industry than you think. If you don’t sell your soul this happens.

[@rvegas81]

This lady had an excellent pop album about ten years! Her voice is really well put together.

[@faz16]

I used to follow her career and then it died and I lost touch. Glad to see she is up on her feet again and giving it another shot

[@faz16]

@Chris Peters I know it was, but it’s still nice to see her on the voice

[@Dior_Ofc2024]

Wasn't this performance years ago?

[@aleksander9335]

She is too snobby

[@Dior_Ofc2024]

@@aleksander9335 yeah I agree, it makes her really unlikeable which is probably why she wasn't successful

[@bf9323]

omg same

[@DieBraendles]

I understand her, because it was a now or never thing. That she was so excited that her voice was not at it's best day.

[@acchelsea9]

She should’ve sang “Outta Here” !!!!

[@MaxRoc21]

Doubt they would’ve allowed her

[@SurahOnline]

@@MaxRoc21- Why wouldn’t they allow her ?

[@sincerelysof]

@@SurahOnlinebecause it’s her song and would instantly give her identity away. This is after all the blind auditions

[@gucciyae312]

I feel bad when singers who already made it fell back and have to join song competitions again

[@abeoluwatomiwa8619]

Ain't nothing wrong with a second chance.

[@agetinakaseta7888]

Justin timberlake destroyed her career. If justin bieber had chosen justin.T and not Usher and scooter he would have had the same fate as Esmee

[@RachyRooM]

Esmee became a huge KZbin icon when I was in the cusp of adulthood and independence, it's very emotional to think now that we both have our struggles when, at that time, we had heads full of dreams. ❤😢

[@spulwasser]

With a different song choice, I think she would be great. But "yellow" just isn't ment to be oversung like that in my opinion. Gotta keep that simple and heartfelt.

[@ronb9901]

Agreed.

[@tinoratering6463]

Agree

[@schanettuando4264]

ĺ

[@momorudi]

Agree! The changed melody not works.

[@draftingpotatos9019]

💯 agreed

[@CeanoZealand]

This has made me realize how much of a great personality she has.... Okay okay so can we get a reality show of her making a come back please?????

[@louisdominiccagara2223]

When Rita says "This industry is crazy" I felt that

[@b33p]

Getting carried by a pop legend and somehow coming out with no following, you felt that? weird.

[@Chocolatetopping11]

i can't stop staring into Ricky's eyes. So mesmerizing

[@LadyIrrigator]

Justin Timberlake signed her but did nothing with her. She released 1 album then nothing. I remember her.

[@Sehrinur]

@@TommyMLe except some don't drop you. They keep you on a leash. You can't get out of the contract but they won't actually publish your stuff. I know it's an unusual case to use as an example, but take a look at wat they did to Jojo

[@MegaAlbeagle]

Well they slept together and had one record , what else do you want 😉

[@MusicMoviesTheaterHockeyOhMy]

I always think less is more with Coldplay songs. Lyrically and melodically they already shine

[@Andy007400]

Exactly, that's why Coldplay are the band they are, Chris Martin isn't a great singer but his songs resonate suit his style

[@amandajoyce6619]

The Voice...clue in title.... not The Song.

[@bluedutchess6656]

tbh in my opinion she didn't sound as if she actually felt what she was singing, but more trying to do all the extra tricks to show what you have.. Reaaaaally hope she'll be able to get the most out of this new chance!

[@fetB]

ye, she was trying very hard to be unique and the belting at the end was just bad

[@SilverAlaunt]

Personally I find it to be rare for an artist to *sound how they feel* as most generally just have a *go with the flow* type of sound. I would say Celine Dion is the best example for sounding how she feels.

[@Ed19601]

She was eliminated. It is already 6 years ago

[@fairyuls]

@@Ed19601 oh wait what, what happened?

[@Ed19601]

@@fairyuls not much more than what i said, it was 6 years ago and she was eliminated even before the finals i think. Ever since she tried to start her career again by renting venues herself and trying to at least break even. And she pridu ed 5 songs on en EP. Much has been said about her dismissal from timberlakes label but i understand she wanted to go in a different artistic direction and wasnt about to compromise. In later interviews she expressed she regretted not having been a bit more flexible on that. After her dismissal other labels apparently did not want to touch her. 'Tainted goods' being ditched by Timberlake. I fear she will be most remembered as the girl ditched by Timberlake rather than for one of her songs

[@Ed19601]

As she is 32 now, this was 6 years ago. I understand she was eliminated and she is now self releasing her music. I know nothing about the music industry but it seems that once you are 'tainted' the chance of being hired again is very very slim

[@kirstymaharjan732]

I remember listening to Esmee Denters music years ago and she was just amazing and her voice sounds just as amazing now plus she seems such a lovely person. I wish you all the best Esmee.

[@orchidjasmin]

I’m glad she didn’t gave up and tried again. Probably the wrong song choice here but she can sing, she got a really nice voice. With the right song she could be making hits again. She’s just being herself, why everyone gotta be so rude, and can’t be nice! Don’t think she’s being arrogant or over confidents. Well she did had to impressed the judges. I’m glad they all turned around for her!

[@roy-3406]

So because she's confident she's unlikeable? People sure are jealous.. I'm glad she's giving it another try!

[@fcturner]

Nope, because most people seem to feel she’s overconfident, or arrogant.

[@froggylegspeople]

@@fcturner 😂 Others are shy and humble, right? 🤣

[@froggylegspeople]

Roy, she is wonderful, but they want you or they don’t..... 😢

[@tricuspid2199]

Don't think it was just her arrogance, she didn't deserve any chair turns

[@froggylegspeople]

@@tricuspid2199 Why not

[@traceycalle]

So crazy! I used to listen to her KZbin videos. So happy for her.

[@gameplaygirl3268]

Me too I used to watch her videos when I was a young teenager and I absolutely loved her. I'll always remember her singing dance with my father

[@duanekirbyfernandez886]

It looked like the judges were forced by the producers to turn around HAHAHAHAHA

[@Pikachu-qr4yb]

I was thinking the same. Like they told them to turn around at last second for drama

[@stringsofgrace5591]

thinking the same

[@Emmyyyy1]

Yep, exactly what I thought as well lol

[@Richard-lh3te]

They were Ive worked in production before. The performance was pretty pitchy

[@littlehawk463]

Rita: That's crazy. This industry is crazy. ☹

[@lukeshoot]

In a way this is why I have respect for Simon Cowell (yea different show I know)... he see too many really good singer crash and burn, so rather than giving them false hope and wasted their life, he make harsh reality check on themselves so they can pursue other dream.

[@alt1579]

Oof, I think Simon would have something to say indeed if he were a judge in this panel.

[@nuclei100]

The world is crazy, u have no idea how many great talented ppl dont even get a chance.

[@sauravj4934]

The things competition can do to people is just mind blowing to me. If Will hadn't turned, none of them would have. They would have rather let her go than let Will get her, coz Will's a player who knows the game. And his cheeky smile when all of them turned, was just poetic. That man's a real hustler. Respect ✌ ☮.

[@fahimshahriar7437]

It's all about the grab , all of the judges knew that she's deadly so they were just waiting to see the move

[@ka8mk]

Technique is there, but no emotional connection with the lyrics.

[@carlonashley7849]

It was just the wrong song.

[@DiandraStarShine]

how do you know what another person is FEELING??..are you an empathic psychic or something..or are you talking about YOUR response to her performance?

[@tromedl]

@@DiandraStarShine well you can tell if a person passes to you a feeling or not.

[@coronagaming5115]

yeah....sure....she missing that part

[@robgrady3766]

@@coronagaming5115 okHello

[@g.b.r.1222]

"The music business is about selling stuff" She didn't want to sell her soul. You have to sell your soul to make it in hollywood

[@myarkalsaki-kamag7598]

Its a Dutch thing.. she was trying so hard to be american and she came off a bit brash.. The look on Rickys face said it all. She gave an "Im too good for all of you vibe" which affects who coaches puck, and also who fans vote for

[@StylinAzn]

Yes I followed her too when she was big on KZbin, even remembered when she signed with Justine Timberlake, then all of a sudden silence!! So I did a search for her and saw this Voice video! I wish her well!!

[@estherrecto7824]

i had a feeling there was someone,maybe a director whispered on the judges ears that the auditionee was once an professional artist and they should turn.

[@rod_triplxvi739]

I sensed it too...🤔🤔🤔

[@JudyAbbott494]

Sure

[@mihsantos274]

True! Hahahahaha

[@Sara86A]

I used to listen to her songs years ago. Wow she is good!

[@Raven-ws2sk]

Esmee takes me back to good times with my big sister. I still watch her old homemade videos when I miss my sister. Love Esmee!!!

[@naddy4589]

I’ve seen her live on stage a few times and she was so much better years ago. 😔

[@missbumblebee8633]

She did way too much stuff while singing. Simplicity is key here.

[@DiandraStarShine]

"She did way too much stuff while singing. Simplicity is key here." that's only your belief, your *opinion,* not a fact for all..and many who sing like that do well in their work and many do not..as MOST singers do not make a living at it, no matter their vocal style or what millions think..because millions like and millions dislike each and every one who is successful career-wise..even billions of people like or dislike any given performer..so, at the end of the day, it's ONLY a matter of what each listener PREFERS.

[@thewaryfiend4326]

Agreed, it was very try hard. Singing like that to a professional, I’m surprised they turned around to be honest.

[@thewaryfiend4326]

@@DiandraStarShine I disagree, she wants this to be her job. In any profession when hiring, if someone is over the top, it’s not a admirable trait. Less can be more.

[@elisabethnerolk2283]

Thank you!!! Someone notices finally

[@Mooshizzelle]

Agreed, it felt like a lot for me. Sara Bareilles does a cover of Yellow as well. Really stripped back and vulnerable. Gives me goosebumps.

[@rodrigodias4328]

It looks like if their director said on their ears "turn now, turn now, avoid the awkwardness"

[@katrinax_x3689]

That’s what I thought..

[@ldrbrad]

she’s from holland , lives in london & sounds like an american the flavor

[@dutchdude1985]

To keep it real i really respect Esmee and know she is an amazing artist but having said that i didnt feel it really came out in this audition and there are many 'non-celebrities' who havent had a chance yet that made a much stronger impression in their auditions.

[@elonanuruw684]

Loved her song so much!!

[@ngantruong1488]

I knew her with the song Life without you . So great to see her coming back . Love!

[@seanbear69]

shocking pitch....you have to nail the pitch for a song with such a naked vocal with so many long held notes.

[@inspirationlifecareservices]

Honestly, I was surprised even one turned around. It was so pitchy and she tried to cram way too much into the song and didn't do any of the techniques well. I thought it was maybe just nerves, but since she was professional, she should have had a handle on that.

[@alananalderladywarrior1754]

Agree 100%!!!

[@haarspeld]

What people do not know is that the participants are presented with a number of numbers from which they can choose and if other participants can choose first, there is not much left, moreover Esmee had to be present early in the morning at 08.00 and it was her turn last. this was at 22.30 in the evening

[@eustacehendrix9659]

She didn't connect to the song so her performance didn't connect to the audience. She raised the technical aspect too much that the emotional aspect was lost. Anxiety does that; especially, to those who have fallen from a high place.

[@eustacehendrix9659]

@@haarspeld working from early morning till midnight is a normal occurrence in the industry she wants to go back to.

[@Richard-lh3te]

@@haarspeld which means she had the entire day to rehearse.

[@lakwatserangbata5979]

Ricky's givin her a look 😅😊😍

[@MissBK22]

So many negative comments and haters 🙄 guys everyone deserves a second chance I actually feel bad for her, the music industry in brutal I respect her for coming back I hope she succeeds again! 🥰👏

[@ttki8888]

Omg I love Esmee!!!! So excited to see her come out of the woodworks again xoxo ❤️❤️ can't wait to watch her journey again xx PS use to watch her back in the day my fave cover she did was Chris Brown xx

[@jake27990]

Imagine being a signed artist making songs with Justin Timberlake to working in a frozen yogurt shop.

[@joelb.8332]

I was about to cry when no one seems to turn around until the last minute. I don't know her but I love you from Philippines.

[@eustacehendrix9659]

Dude Philippines have more singers a lot better than her.

[@acb7634]

She has an amazing voice. Why don't they find better songs?? I love her!!!

[@MsPinkwolf]

Yellow is an amazing song. Not the best one for here though.

[@tobynickels6210]

I remember watching her on KZbin back in the day.. always been a fan

[@adoboflakesss_]

Just watched this and now im a fan

[@theotherside5253]

Ditto!

[@sistasimson6258]

I agree with a lot of the comments here: Her performance has no soul. Couldn't watch it till the end.

[@donnawoodford6641]

Her comments to the judges didn't have soul.

[@buhayanwanderlust3771]

Now I know why she did not succeed. Attitude!!!

[@darinakalinova2180]

What's wrong with her attitude? She is honest and she knows what she wants. That is the best attitude for a woman. If she is gonna be waiting she may never achieve anything.

[@mimib8032]

I know ! How dare a woman be confident!

[@lilliesu]

I never knew her before but you can tell her attitude from when she was talking to Ricky...saying that he is a charmer...and she has a boyfriend that will kick his butt. Obviously Ricky was trying to tell her how her music made him feel. And then when she is giving thanks to all...she said...and thanks Ricky for making a great attempt / pitch. If a person sings and the judges turn, that person should show being thankful and respectful. Confidence can be great but believing in yourself and yet being humble is much better because we never stop learning...except when we believe that we know it all.

[@itsnickilewinsky1141]

To be fair, Justin Timberlake does have an history of mistreating women in the industry and having misogynistic tendencies

[@ginapajao8814]

@@lilliesu i noticed that too..be humble,,she need this opportunity,but the she talked Riki...way too much

[@MindShiftChronicle]

I remember she was covering songs back in the time! And I dIdn't think she was so talented but her emotional conveyance was on another level!

[@Sabrina-Mepham23]

I didn't know this about her. Her song came out years ago, and I loved it straight away. Haven't listened to it in years and then just thought why did she disappear, now we know. The music industry is hard, where is she now?

[@agnese72]

This song wasn’t good for her, but she got her chance & could develop.

[@justwe4225]

She's bringing 90's vibe with this song love it!!

[@kitjipong5081]

No offense meant but how come this was a four chair turn? am sorry...

[@ivanaamoira5333]

Yeah but bcoz she sing the song clear and flawless.

[@Vivek-cw7zc]

Hmm I think I get you. It does feel slightly fake to me. Also, she's quite good but a 4-chair turn is something I didn't expect at all.

[@annaritchelle1112]

the management asked the judges to turn around i guess...and she has attitudes...hahaha kinda boastful ...

[@jacquedenise86]

@@annaritchelle1112 yeah I feel like they were almost told to turn. None of them truly looked like they were interested in her. And Wil even looked like it pained him to turn.

[@johndoran5145]

Why don't you go sing then

[@glendajohnston8032]

Love when Tom sings bring back so many memories

[@laurentgilles3836]

She seems to be a direct person in my opinion. May GOD❤❤❤BLESS AND HELP you

[@user-hd9nc7zp1v]

I remember her. Esmee Denters. She was a great singer and Outta Here was everywhere and I was curious why she was here.

[@sovranlee9733]

Heyy i still have her songs that made her famous back im the days 😍😍i still like you girl rise again 😍😍😍

[@joserodolfoas]

Her debut album is amazing

[@armitchell86]

Admit It still has a hold on me all these years later.

[@itoviisumi9945]

Thank you judges for turning your chair. She indeed took a very challenging song. I'm happy for her.

[@ernestsy9844]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ESMEE!!!

[@kikiTHEalien]

Yellow is my favourite Coldplay song. I had to double check the title of the video, because I just couldn't connect what the lady on the screen was singing with my memory of the song.

[@l0okatme12344]

I used to listen to her songs forever ago.

[@cloclo626]

Wonderful, hope she goes far

[@juliuscesartacal6097]

I love her. She good.

[@smarted100]

Awesome voice with awesome beauty 😘😘😘

[@dacejaunzeme4849]

Love her

[@StarryDreamer28]

I've ALWAYS loved Esmee and always will!

[@Aiofaiva.808]

Honestly, I'm not impressed with her voice.. I guess expected more from her...but just not what I was looking for... I wouldn't turn. But Congratulations..

[@EternalSilence4ever]

Her story was a sad one. Just one of the many casualties of the music industry. I am not even sure if she's still singing.

[@holmesquoc2005]

She's still. Check out her channel Esmee Denters with new music

[@holmesquoc2005]

She's still. Check out her channel Esmee Denters with new music

[@slidenapps]

I take it she didn't make it on the show?

[@EternalSilence4ever]

@@slidenapps She chose Will.i.am, but ultimately didn't make it that deeply. Sad :( But I am glad that she's still making music.

[@estherrecto7824]

She's nervous but she got the voice

[@elturov8001]

People hate on this performance yea it wasn’t the best but the judges knew there was potential and she was nervous like come on she had a failed career and get kicked out the industry you wouldn’t just make the greatest come back after that there is a high possibility for nerves to kick in front of the crowd all over again

[@antoinettefisher6895]

They shine for you tonight. I FELT YOU

[@abdullahbinfarisymuhammad8880]

I luv her voice, so awesome

[@byronleano]

I thought she was pitchy though, sorry. 😬

[@yverose8355]

Honestly surprised they turned round, this was a poor performance especially if she has been a pro before. Smacks of a fix. Her youtube covers were much better.

[@camhoang8646]

I’ve just think so. But when i listen it 2nd time i think it’s good 😂

[@momorudi]

Yeah! Her performance here is all over the place.

[@joekiplik9108]

ok noy just me than ..Some part yeah she missd tempo and had little pitchy...she must has something realy realy good though that s why got 4 chairs turned...

[@dowal199]

She was pitchy all the time, poor breathing, tempo problems, bad dynamics

[@dw9944]

After watching voice US the past few weeks. This performance looks a bit mediocre. No offense

[@Niki91-HR]

I needed a second to remember who she was... the name sounded familiar but couldnt figure it out immediately. Hell... I also remember now that she did a song with the band Stanfour ( actually I wonder what happened to them)... I used to listen to their song all day every day. But I didnt do it in a long time though. I think everyone thought she would become very very big back in the day.

[@minahalsaffar]

Ghurt walks into the frozen yoghurt shop Esmee: "Yooo Ghurt" 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@MarvinJabulani]

Amazing 😂😂😂

[@minahalsaffar]

Keeps getting better wow 😂

[@nd2737]

Her voice is freaking awesome 😘💞👌..

[@deanhill826]

I think i should lend you my ears yours clearly don't work this was average

[@nd2737]

@@deanhill826 u don't know how listen to quality song😁..

[@eco2geek.]

It's interesting to find out what her backstory is. She sounded quite confident when talking to the coaches ("I have a boyfriend that'll kick your ass", seriously? :-) There's a page on Wikipedia about her. Looks like she's still putting out music in 2020.

[@WTTIMO]

check out her EP's: These days part 1 & part 2 :)

[@LuisRodriguez-ig5qx]

I remember that when this was aired people hated her because of that confident talk with the coaches. Sometimes it seems like people is cocky but I feel like she was just joking. That season was full of talent and she wasn't as good as the other ones.

[@lina8605]

In Holland that type of joking is normal. Guess she's still Dutch inside..

[@hestnb5771]

Keep moving forward girl don't stop

[@a.money12345]

Could’ve happened to bieber if u think about it. Usher vs timberlake if that rings a bell

[@MissSlovakia2]

Actually, I find her pretty lovely 😀 a little bit cheeky, but still lovely. I wasn't big fan of her music, but I wish her luck.

[@annmariejones12110]

I AM SO HAPPY RICKY IS OFF THE SHOW I CAN'T STAND HOW HE GOES ON AND ON I HAVE NEVER HEARD ONE SONG HE HAS EVER SUNG AND THE GIRL WHO WANT THAT SONG I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT WAS SO GREAT ABOUT HER VOICE IT WAS JUST OK IT IS ALL A SET UP

[@ankurbisht1456]

Her way of signing this song, ruined the feelings of the song for me. Alejandro version was so awesome.

[@jaune-soleil]

I remember her!!!!

[@zionmarketingservicesandtr3870]

I have same feeling that esmee that I know you so long n heart n soul connection, I lost my business n life w/ I love most n so are you in music ..we will get back our lost love for business n music..praying you my dear esmee.Godbless

[@ngamrosawm3698]

Wait is she a Hollywood star?. Her every movement is precious.

[@igormaxwel6093]

Welcome back to the sucess, Esmée Denters!

[@wendelldonque8747]

Your voice is magical 😍😍😍😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@coocsenhdiep1249]

OMG she is back. Love you Esmée.

[@wendelldonque8747]

I love her?? i already follow her she is very talented... More show to come on u pretty girl

[@fabb4i2]

1:42 Wow 😮

[@cpierson31]

Chills

[@MrKAKARONALDOMESSI]

How I wish I could go back to 2008

[@faithfullysoaring0092]

I love the look on Wills face