Jackson Snelling Sings "If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away" to Honor His Dad | The Voice Blind Auditions

Jackson Snelling performs Justin Moore's "If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away" during The Voice Blind Auditions.
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Jackson Snelling Sings "If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away" to Honor His Dad | The Voice Blind Auditions
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[@leahwhite9935]

To see him go from singing at the piano in choir class, to on the voice stage is so wild. So proud of you, Jackson! AUSTIN LOVES YOU SO MUCH!

[@redacted-cybrex6762]

Represents our tiny town here in Indiana so well

[@kerishayoung]

I remember this!! I’m so proud of him! 🥹❤️❤️

[@Addalynnwatson]

Awww 😊 he's amazing gave me chills

[@Harley57]

Beautiful, thank you.

[@KathleenCorson-t1v]

Another Country singer. Honouring his late dad. Brilliant cover of a true Country song.

[@alyssaaustin1407]

Sounds like radio perfection while he’s singing live. RARE! I’m now a committed fan & god bless his journey

[@flatspot4736]

How could you not like this guy?? Seems really genuine...and he can sing.

[@deniserussell7664]

😮

[@WhstlblwrBlastingEpsteinsILK]

Reba is a LEGEND. She commands so much respect. She's so humble that she's really bringing out the best in everyone including her fellow coaches. They've got to step.up.their game to compete with her. 😊

[@rosejune1995-r7t]

I'm on the higher end of the Autism Spectrum and have Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy as well and to see someone else who has Autism go on The Voice and get NOT 1 but 2 chairs is AMAZING! Congratulations Jackson!❤

[@ginapetolicchio2684]

I'm on it too

[@rosejune1995-r7t]

​@@ginapetolicchio2684what are your side effects? I have tactile sensitivity and fear of thunder storms.

[@JohnnyFriel-iw1of]

Same

[@UnassumingStoner]

You could tell Reba was just listening towards the beginning and enjoying it. This is one of the most beautiful songs ever written imo

[@litarisingandshining5189]

You are a great singer Jackson Snelling. My son is 21years old and has autism too. You inspire us. I hope you win the voice this season!

[@truthhurtswilky7785]

He has autism and can sing like the best of them. Truly amazing.

[@adrienette4ever568]

I have autism too

[@haveyouseenlouispigeon]

@@adrienette4ever568❤

[@JohnnyFriel-iw1of]

​@@adrienette4ever568same as well

[@robertantonnyc]

Such a beautifully rich tone infused with emotion and history. Nailed those high notes and made it look easy.

[@alinabeavers6728]

The fact that I actually met him TODAY is crazy to me!😮💗

[@kellark]

Just watching Jackson's audition on demand and immediately was amazed. Not only was I very moved by his story, but when he started to sing, I was blown away. I sure hope he does very well on The Voice, and in life in general.

[@marcos7801]

Man! Jackson has a nice, cool tone I really dig. His voice sounds seasoned and mastered.

[@FacheChanteDeux]

I feel like Queen Reba will adopt Jackson to be a surrogate grandkid and mentor him way after the show is over💗. He has such a beautiful, clean, traditional country voice that can only improve with hard work. Glad to see Reba getting the respect she deserves. This lady is a Dolly level icon!

[@martingardner9124]

They did well replacing Blake.

[@keyondavis7241]

I’ve been wanting another Kirk Jay on this show. Seeing a black person sing country is so great to see!! It shows that music is truly changing stereotypes

[@angelabarazzone7899]

He looks Samoian to me

[@lorenzaparente8702]

I mean there was mike Parker too

[@donaldk.macbaird5248]

@@angelabarazzone7899 Well his parents look more Latino.

[@jacobmccain8794]

I literally just posted about him reminding me of Kirk Jay!!! I’m so excited! He can win and I would not be disappointed one bit!

[@ithilnin123]

I thought he looked Latino. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@olwethumlanzeli5870]

As an ASD mom, I love seeing young adults on the Spectrum represented. ❤️❤️

[@hunterjudd6761]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time! His rendition was awesome. Thank you for doing this song justice!

[@woovlogss]

Him and his brother and mom were so disappointed that he didn’t get the golden ticket on American idol but look at him now. Him and his family are so happy. Sending Jackson love from a student pilot on the autism spectrum ❤

[@donaldhowe785]

As a classic country music fan, he has the perfect country voice. Stick to the actual roots of country music, don't let the music producers and writers sway you!

[@dawnlinton934]

Never heard this song before (not a big country music fan) but he sang the hell out of this song!! Beautiful peaceful voice!! Loved it!! Plus the shout out to autism awareness-good on him for that!! No shame!! I’m a fan!!

[@AntoniaLopez-e9m]

I could listen to you day and night I love your voice ❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@jessicawilson8114]

I don’t understand why all the judges didn’t turn their chairs he’s amazing

[@omaverick2870]

Sometimes its not about not liking it. if legend were to turn around how would he convinced him to pick him? doesn't make sense, its not part of his skillset to teach country. If you have two experienced country coach why bother turn. Legend did turned around a few years back on a country audition, he pitched and it looks so awkward. It's part of self branding too, don't wanna look like you can teach all of it.

[@joeyguffey4645]

They don't know talent

[@sonofasinner86]

They did least Blake's wife did

[@BrittanydiamondShiningHeart]

Im still sad blake had to leave the voice but i know blake had to because he had other things to do like making more songs and other stuff ​@sonofasinner86

[@mauricetucker8535]

Great song sung by a talented singer ! Way to go !!

[@nikibaby10]

I followed this guy since his American idol audition! I’m happy to see him on the screen again!

[@texdoc89]

My dude literally sounds like who he is covering, that's a voice for radio if I've ever heard one and I've been listening to country all my life for 34 years now. That's a stadium voice

[@therunawaykid6523]

Yeah he has a beautiful tone i had to look at the original song after

[@jameshendrix9109]

Wow absolutely fantastic brother. I'm from scottsburg Indiana,5 miles south of Austin. Brother you sound absolutely awesome, and I wish you the best of luck. Rock on 💪

[@rogeriolopez837]

He will continue to sing and touch hearts with his music. Reba will guide him to win this whole thing and become a legend in country music. His voice is country all the way. Jackson keep kicking some butt and taking names. You are awesome brother. I will be watching you now and always. God bless you. Jackson you can do it. 👍👍👍

[@savannahkrueger5861]

Loved it awesome job

[@Annie-fx7xc]

That tone brings me to tears , wow

[@ayeishagee7249]

Why am I teary eyed? His singing got me.

[@katieg9461]

OMG IM CRYING !!! tears!! this is amazing goosebumps and everything

[@debbiesmitherman9295]

Wow, I really enjoyed his performance . He sounds really good . Love his stage presence and love how he really gets into his singing ! He’s sooooo good . I could see myself buying his record . His Dad would be so proud of him . The right song choice he picked for his vocals .

[@cathyd.9597]

Wow! This song makes me cry and this cover did as well! 💙💙 Amazing voice! I hope he makes it far in this competition!!

[@ahnejoh418]

Me too😭

[@teresatoelle2570]

When I first heard this it made me think of my great grandmother who after 92 passed away I thought I had been over this but when I heard him preform this song it put me immediately to tears

[@melb946]

Jackson is a kind and sweet young man. I really hope he wins!

[@lediacolboch7777]

I love the way he was so polite .. yes ma'am and all that ... such a sweet moment and he's really talented...

[@ginahuynh6669]

YOU ARE SO TALENTED JACKSON!! rooting for you from Georgia

[@sgd.6830]

I don’t know what it is with a true country voice, they touch my heart every time. I’m not even country but wow 🧡

[@reggieteodoro9908]

Rooting for you, Jackson. You inspire us.

[@loganthooft6355]

Way to represent people on the spectrum man!!! You sound amazing! From one man on the spectrum to another, you were amazing and I'm rooting for you!

[@charles11115]

OMG! You sir have a beautiful voice and so talented!!!

[@abucket14]

This is so beautiful. Jackson I am lost for words. - J from DT

[@williamskelton325]

To nail the emotion of this song and be able to tell the story with your voice is special. He did that. This was a beautiful performance.

[@JustenHarden]

What a great voice! He crushed this one. And such a loveable guy. Wish him the best!

[@jacobmccain8794]

Tone! He’s gonna be a threat! He’s giving me Kirk Jay vibes just a bit. With the right songs that pull on America’s heartstrings, he can 100% win! He has such a storyteller voice! I don’t care what genre that song was, it was just beautiful!

[@mmaakkiinn]

I love his voice...no seriously and I don't even listen to Country music....such a beautiful tone ..got me crying ❤..Please make a record would buy it in a heartbeat.

[@rosamejiamusic6863]

So proud of you Jackson!!!! Your voice is amazing! I remember the first time I heard it at SHINE! Win it all!

[@iolite2]

He has a rich, beautiful country voice. Amazing!

[@HarrisAltra]

Loved this guy on American idol. didn’t get through but glad he had confidence to go on another show

[@therunawaykid6523]

Insane to me that he didn’t get through agt auditions he has such a smooth tone to his voice that is just beautiful to listen to

[@maj219]

Jackson is the Real Deal I'm a fan already ❤

[@evrgrnmom]

His voice is fantastic! Clear, good tone, good air.

[@zalfalattouf718]

Jackson voice go directly to the heart soooo soft ❤

[@jackieszekely3045]

His tone is BEAUTIFUL

[@_WELDR_]

RESPECT BROTHA✊🏼 your voice is amazing

[@ConcertgoerJ.R.]

Such a great song to listen to and it was an amazing rendition of that song by Justin Moore, and he’s got a great range plus representing the autism community really well, I have autism myself and mine’s high functioning as well as Jackson and I’m a fan of his!

[@timmywatkins]

This guy is incredible. I love his tone, voice

[@diannediamond8643]

amazing perfect country voice

[@amylynngriffith]

What a beautiful voice and lives so close to me!! Awesome to see people make it thru who are close to home😊❤️❤️

[@TrishaMurray-i8j]

His voice is velvet 😍

[@kimberlybeining6665]

I came across this song in You Tube shorts. WOW!! What an amazing voice. I have listened to more of yours. Can’t believe The Voice or American Idol didn’t turn out. I hope you don’t give up! You are amazing!!

[@AngelRodriguezFritoLay]

Omg this song has me weeping. As the Dad of two boys with Autism, this young man is inspiring.

[@makaylaann7612]

I knew I recognized him from something! He auditioned for American idol and didn’t go through.. I’m glad the voice is now giving him the opportunity! He’s amazing! Also when he talked about his epilepsy that was emotional because I have the same thing so I know what it’s like.. it’s hard but we fight

[@haveyouseenlouispigeon]

Wow he has epilepsy and autism

[@Karla_Marie]

That song just got me.

[@alohadave13]

I love all genres of music, and there's been some stellar blind auditions, but Jackson's is the best so far. I think he could win The Voice.

[@kathiestonaker3717]

So many great artists but I think I gotta go for Jackson. Love him!!!💕

[@indianapolicetransparency]

Used to be my neighbor . Grew up with my kids. This is awesome seeing him finally get a shot.

[@johnwhite2299]

Thats my home town i dont know this kid but this is amazing!!! Gives me nostalgia remembering hearing stuff like this on the community channel before school everyday growing up he really sounds professional already i never would have thought id see anyone from austin on anything lol were so small and everyone from Austin knows there isnt much opportunity growing up so this is amazing and my brother is autistic and loves this music this just all brings a tear to my eye

[@candiceburris6365]

Beautiful God blesses us! God is so good all the time!

[@catwhisperer9489]

I can't even begin to say how much I love this kid's voice!!!

[@cathyclunysois]

Classic, pure, country voice that sounds radio ready. Love it!

[@chrisnoziere2893]

He could be the winner!

[@belindaharris7990]

What a lad🔥

[@jillianbalcazar5491]

OMG, I remember Jackson Snelling He was audition on American Idol Season 19 Sadly The Judges said No to Him, I'm not too sure Why??? But It's good to see Him again & When He sang ''If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away'' By Justin Moore's During His first blind audition of The Voice Tonight Wow I thought He did such A great & Amazing Job, He sound like He was singing from The heart, Telling A story too, I had to Put on My team app. Because He got such A great voice for country!!!

[@tigq1430]

For me THIS is country.✌💜

[@countrygirl366]

Amazing voice this young man has ❤❤❤he's fanominal 💯💯💙💙💙💙💙

[@AirJKB13]

Jackson Snelling, that was GOLD

[@texasgina]

I love his voice! His sweet parents reactions gave me tears

[@joysmall]

😅😂🎉😊I have always believed that music 🎶 is ✨️ heaven's language to heal and inspire ✨️ . This guy is living proof of that! I am so excited 😊 that Reba 😍 is his coach, l can't wait to see what happens with him🎉🎉😊😊❤❤

[@nicoletambasco9210]

I absolutely love this song. It’s timeless. It’s a precious piece.

[@rebeccarose8484]

Good job representing Indiana you are making your state very proud of you right now

[@kasha5551]

I love jackson his voice is like magic & love his stage presence & plus representing the autism community really well i have autism as well i'm high functioning as well can't wait to see more of his perfomances

[@c.kerns0118]

Met him at agt auditions. Been a fan and supporter of him since.

[@pevensielavere22]

Jackson, I thought you would win the whole season! You are more than good enough, that is for sure! Your vocal tone is so unique, soothing, and brilliant!! So sad to see you go! Missing you already! Keep singing! We will buy your CD, just as soon as it comes out!! 😊❤😇

[@hl3818]

Jackson Snelling you're amazing, beautiful song and i got teary eyes .. ..😊😊❤❤😊😊..

[@Go_touch_grassss]

So emotional 😢😢❤❤

[@janetohara3904]

Really nice watching disabled people adoution and them getting chair turns keep killing it Austin you are so talented

[@andreatrujillo5491]

ONE OF MY FAVORITE PERFORMANCE'S OF THE NIGHT, HE HAS A BEAUTIFUL VOICE! I ALSO LOVED HIS LOVING BROTHER AND MAMA IN THE WING'S WATCHING. 👏 👏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👏 🙏❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤❤

[@mimiwhite1963]

This was so sweet.

[@katythecat4188]

He was fantastic and I was crying!

[@HeroShades]

Jackson was amazing! Best rendition of this song I've heard so far on this show honestly. Great song for him and he chose a great coach! He's got a lot of soul and emotions in his voice as well. He was also pitch perfect throughout. Flawless performance! I loved everything about it.

[@luciajaneee]

So proud of him! I myself am on the Spectrum, and it's not easy to perform

[@mikegarcia7543]

Been filling this guy on TikTok for the longest. He’s gonna win!

[@mtndewwizard]

i love jackson he went to my school hes an amazing kid im fairly younger than him but all the things i heard about him are just absolutely amazing im glad to see him with his music out there

[@Iona-h4r]

Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@GSCannon]

Smooth chops wow! A star is born. ❤

[@penniemathis9161]

Awesome Job Jackson 👏 knew you'd do it ❤

[@guardianofthemoon]

He is one of ours here in Indiana go Jackson!!!!!

[@isaabdul4987]

You freaking rock Jackson.

[@ejack4961]

And look at that smile….he’s a traveler… makes a great voice even better 💖

[@iamafanify]

Beautiful voice! Hope to hear more of him in the show…

[@alissacoomer2704]

I hope he wins the whole thing! He deserves it!