Police Officer Mervin Mayo STUNS With "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran | Auditions | AGT 2024

[@Nene-chan_]

he was the police officer at my high school throughout all 4 years. in 2016 during the black history month performances he came on stage singing and surprised everyone, teachers, students and all. He was always a nice guy and always made you laugh if you were. You go Officer Mayo!

[@VictorCanasTV]

Yes I remember him as well! Love when he came to the marching band practice. Go Falcons 🎉

[@slomotionhypnotyz]

Riiiggghhttt I remember him at my school he was the best person to talk to and everything

[@jonathanatisjean1465]

Where are you from?

[@marineforever3873]

When Pastor Mervin Mayo sings his Gospel Song about the passing of his Dad and going to the Funeral Home to cut his father's hair, it brings tears and touches your heart in every area. He is anointed and here to touch you Spiritually. Mervin Mayo and his wife give off the glow of Spiritual love. Some people you'll never forget, and he one.

[@shawnyandrews7042]

I truly LOVE this man. I only know him from his gospel music but he is one of my top 3 gospel singers in the world and watching this audition made me cry. I watched it at least 10 times. You can just feel his spirit through his videos and songs and I really want to take a trip to Richmond to meet him and his wife at their church 💙

[@jjromano21]

You can tell that’s a very loving and successful marriage. He’s a winner no matter what

[@editafuentes4472]

Not only did this man sing from his heart and soul…his passion to serve the underserved youth is the absolute greatest gift that keeps on giving ❤

[@lisadawn79]

Your wife adores you... She believes in you ... That love is a blessing 😍

[@thepelksgaming1348]

He was an officer at my high school the entire time I was there and man I tell you I am beyond happy and proud to see him on this stage. He is the most genuine person I've ever met and one of the Nicest guys ever. I need all my Huguenot High School alumni to show Officer Mayo some love!!!!

[@joshkleine21]

It’s sad that you live in a country that needs to have police in its schools and it’s considered normal… 😢

[@CharlesMasterTech]

It’s called keeping our kids safe no matter what! Doesn’t matter where a school is danger can come from anywhere at any time

[@utchaybeatrice9359]

❤❤❤

[@utchaybeatrice9359]

❤❤❤🎉

[@Sanc8344]

I wish the pastors of churches cared this much in Va. We have more than enough money in the black church now to have our own academy for at risk youth.

[@saifulsahrudin]

IM SO PROUD OF U DAD ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@legendkiller2686]

We’re proud of your dad too. A great mentor a great officer and definitely a great brother

[@christinasanders5625]

What an accomplished man!

[@Huhuhu-s3z]

You muslim brother? Hallo ❤

[@mho...]

@@Huhuhu-s3z who the fudge cares?! religion is the last thing we should care about!

[@NormaBurnson]

Your mom and dad reminded me of my loving husband, we have been together 50 years. I pray that your loving parents will live for many, many years, 💖 …and much love and happiness to you. God Bless you always.

[@saravalcho578]

The way he kept look over at his wife melted my heart

[@annhite8595]

I cried,,wishing I was loved like he loves her

[@abprairiegurl]

The best part about this is that he and his wife both have careers that have them trying to make a difference in their community. I love when people work for the greater good and try to make the world a better place.

[@novelitodaligdig340]

Awesome singing Officer Mervin Mayo! The services you both render to people is inspiring. May your tribe increase, from the Philippines!

[@mickeyrodriguez2084]

I agree with you ☺️👌🫶

[@senaqsn]

true! hope we'd be like them too ❤️

[@imdee9024]

THAT's how a KING shows off his queen and THAT'S how a queen sings his praises!

[@wallacememberships]

Yes!

[@dorothychambers9513]

YOU BETTA SAY THAT 🙏🏾❤️🔥

[@keishawinston6299]

He sung at my mom’s funeral, he was amazing! I’m rooting for him all the way👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@williamhoover1724]

He sung at a funeral I attended as well some years ago

[@ghs7714]

He sang at my brothers bucks with strippers he was amazing and nice guy. And didn't mind a perv and smile of the models

[@clariseharrington8252]

🙏🏽❤

[@JoeTurner-g4g]

​@@ghs7714Really hope that's not true

[@ghs7714]

@@JoeTurner-g4g every person is allowed to look and touch. It was a bucks night.

[@Mwahcheri]

CURTIS SIMMONS IS MY GRANDFATHER! He definitely inspired many including the youth! Let’s go Mervin!

[@mbyrd6713]

Oh wow, that’s awesome 😊

[@Squadron_Bodron]

This is antisemitic

[@kindness-p1w]

Your Grandfather is an excellent soulful singer. Loved the song!!!

[@RepentTimeIsAtHand]

Hallelujah! God so so so Good! Singing for His Glory! Love you brother!

[@ashueric653]

🎉

[@FLEABONE]

I turned the TV on tonight and was about to switch it to my Roku but I saw Officer Mayo was from VA and had to watch. I lived in Virginia Beach for decades, graduated school there and met my husband there. My late husband Howard loved AGT and I honestly have avoided watching since he died because it makes me sad when I can't share it with Howard. Tonight I didn't change it, and I am glad. It felt like a message. My husband used to sing this song to me. Ironically I have had problems with my spine, legs and feet for over 20 years. When pain made it hard to get around Howard took care of me. We lost Howard to covid-19 early in the pandemic. I miss him every day. I try not to cry but this performance touched my heart.

[@wb9283]

🫂

[@cindynewman902]

❤

[@donvitocorleone]

I'm so sorry for your loss and hope that your health problems get better.

[@gabrielparreira3879]

We will pray for you and for your health... by Brazil

[@colinthecarpenter6203]

Love from VA

[@jaymartin4166]

This guy is why Virginia is a great place to live. He's a truly good person,but the best fact is he's not alone. There are a number of officers like him. SALUTE

[@valarieosborne2958]

His wife is so proud and loves him dearly!!!❤❤❤❤

[@123benny4]

I didn't notice.

[@StephanieTrammell-fo3fu]

This What Men Need Show Love To There Woman . Beutiful ❤️ He Needed To Get The Golden Buzzer

[@Nothemomma904]

The way he looked at her immediately after his performance was so beautiful

[@jessicagurley5915]

He certainly made that song his own. What a love he has for his wife. Beautiful

[@804reezy]

My classmate from middle school to we graduated Class of 93 ARMSTRONG RICH,VA…. Congrats MERVIN, u always had IT👏🏾❤️

[@robertvasquez4661]

I was in the audience for his audition, and watching. It back now, this is even better than I remember. I thank him and his wife for the service they do for the community.

[@firefighterJP]

The guy is real. Awesome stage presence, and awesome voice!

[@valeriesharp4875]

Ditto. He is wonderful. Good spirit.

[@s.rosesmith6525]

Been listening to him on KZbin for a few years. Love his voice.

[@LoriCole-q3u]

Good keyboard skills too!

[@eddyballester8990]

those of us who’ve been following Officer Merv for years now have been absolutely certain of his undeniable talents.. there’s so much more, much more. A phenomenal inspirational vocalist… there’s lots more y’all.

[@tobycross4935]

yea honestly if he would of sand he knows my name golden buzzers, good song but i love his gospel much better

[@HFXmermaid]

He can barely get through it without tearing up himself. What a genuine soul

[@DJANDNELL]

This was the officer at my highschool. When I skipped class or lunch he, I and other students would be in the auditorium singing with him while he played the piano 😂

[@wallacememberships]

Oh how fabulous for you!

[@TheHitman-]

He seems like an awesome dude to be around.

[@LouieThePoet]

Lies

[@elouise5593]

​@@LouieThePoet Why do you feel the need to be such a jerk?

[@TheMindfulOpinion]

@@elouise5593actually, insulting them, is being more of what you claimed him to be than just him saying “lies”.. when people go low, you don’t go lower.. he could have withheld his negativity, but he chose not to.. but love always prevails.. ignore the negative, and continue to spread positivity.. that is how love wins.. God bless..

[@kjracing007]

What just happened??????? What the.....???? This is hands down the best rendition of TOL. What a voice and what a guy too! If all policemen were like him then I am very very sure our world will be peaceful and full of love. WAY TO GO!!!!!

[@DDD11239]

This is why songs should always be in C Major key.

[@justinvanveenar2953]

I said that too never heard such a beautiful cover till his performance ❤❤❤

[@katjon9]

I got chills because I felt his heart for his beautiful wife. What a great memory. All the best. And as a former city of Richmond resident, thank you for your service. And as a former VDOE Complaints Specialist, thank you for your very challenging work within RPS community. Beautiful couple.

[@jonathanhsu1281]

He deserves to be in the live shows! 👮‍♂️🫡

[@NickZone-ep2fn]

Oh yeah, he will nail every track with that wonderful voice

[@RaineHarris]

Finally, Officer Mayo showed the world what we have been hearing since Huguenot High School! We are rooting for you all the way in RVA!

[@phyllispirtle8441]

You CAN'T serve two masters!!! GOD or the devil. He sings GOSPEL music on KZbin! And pop music for the world! I wish that he would have sung Christian music for JESUS CHRIST! I love his voice but, I'm saddened by the world song he chose

[@wallacememberships]

@@phyllispirtle8441 1 John 4:7: 'All who love are born of God and know God.' So no, he doesn't serve 2 masters and your whole comment is just sad. 'ALL WHO LOVE ARE BORN OF GOD AND KNOW GOD.' Not just the ones singing Christian songs but ALL WHO LOVE. Officer Mayo is so clearly filled with love, so clearly doing good in the world, that it is an abomination for you to accuse him like this.

[@dionshare7103]

From someone who grew up in Virginia, shoutout to Officer Mayo. I'm well aware that Richmond can be a rough city. This guy is terrific.

[@antoniocarrington4545]

I went to high school with Mervin and I know of his service in the community. Great job Sir and it was excellent to recognize your Queen in the process!!

[@amandeepsingh-kj3vj]

wow!. First time hearing a cop perform on stage. I never heard something like that. He did amazing.

[@BPMChan-nr7ik]

Broken roots were 2 cops from Chicago that competed in the 2020 season and finished runners ups.

[@clemmytinelyday6536]

He has a you tube channel I listen to him all the time

[@cynthiajones6013]

@@clemmytinelyday6536 Yes, I’m a subscriber on his YTUBE channel. Great voice!

[@nicolaablett7790]

That knew about

[@shamaniclighthealingsound11]

🎉

[@Nothemomma904]

Omg the way he immediately looked at his wife after his performance. Beautiful love story on stage

[@Mskylahhhh]

YYYAAASSS MR. Mayo!!!!! His voice touches my soul every time I hear it! The way he looked over at his wife 😩 I almost cried!!! Beautiful!!!

[@binderclipsable]

me too

[@pauljames9393]

Yes, I vouch for that !

[@Jed_enterainment]

Literally Goosebumps. He should have gotten the golden buzzer.

[@lynncollver6067]

He has a future he never dreamed of .

[@Squadron_Bodron]

This is antisemitic

[@Michael-u9p1l]

Sir, thank you and your wife for your service to your community! Your performance was brilliant! Well done!

[@reneadeveaux4034]

OMG the tears won't stop. This is a KING 👑👑👑 who worship his QUEEN 👑👑👑

[@realrobjohnston]

Absolutely wonderful! He made the song his own. Beautiful rendition, beautiful couple. A+

[@rodericwalter2862]

He certainly did. He is an artist, for sure.

[@Psalm-nc1vz]

I have listened to his gospel stuff for a couple years! I’m also a School Resource Officer in VA for many of the same reasons. God bless you Mervin Mayo! We in VA and the LE world are super proud of you!

[@PsykoSmiley]

Thank you for what you do!

[@cherylnici-oconnell3565]

Outstanding. Sang from the heart. RVA and RPD Proud! Congratulations Mervin!

[@brianrapson9]

WOW! As a 32 year Veteran Police Officer from Canada this brought tears to my eyes. It was absolutely awesome! GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS WIFE🙏🙏

[@Hamzway03]

I don't know why my mouth can't stop smiling, but one thing is for sure, I love this man and his voice. He really was great..💯🥰

[@MikasaAckerman-by9ji]

Feels the same for me., 🥹😍😊.. dont know why i kept on smiling while he was singing… really touch our hearts.

[@NewEnglandKajunRootsReseller]

I watch this Man on KZbin he has his own Channel for more of him singing,

[@adjarhoejiro2474]

Saame here😊

[@Hamzway03]

@@NewEnglandKajunRootsReseller I didn't know that, apparently. I'll make sure to check him out..🤞

[@greenleafprintinganddesign3563]

Minister Mayo has such an amazing voice and is a kind spirit! His KZbin channel (Mervin Mayo) popped up on my timeline a couple of years or so ago and I have his music on a daily rotation on my Apple Music playlist! Minister Mayo seems to be a very humble and inspiring person! If you listen to Minister Mayo talk about his faith or listen to the lyrics in his songs, you will become so inspired and begin to feel the blessings of His word! On my way to work, while at work, on my way home, when I am running errands, and when I am exercising, I have to listen to Minister Mayo. Please take a moment to support this man of God! Many blessings!

[@patiencedanladi7338]

It's beautiful to see matured, disciplined and godly love. Simon got it right, everything he did was sincere ❤❤❤❤

[@scottsmith7203]

i just sincerly farted. now that was sincere, girlfriend!!!!

[@cecilehoffmancecile7083]

I agree

[@JordanNHoule]

@@pkramer123Yeah! Steadfast, unconditional, with grace and longevity. Beyond the physical or identity of sexual desire.

[@legendkiller2686]

He’s definitely a man of God. One of our own Richmond Finest

[@patiencedanladi7338]

@@legendkiller2686 wow, it's evident he's awesome. Shalom

[@kprogress4641]

Mervin Mayo's "God Did It" is my daily motivational song. Praise God!

[@teresaanderson3960]

Absolutely!! GOD DID IT, love it. We play that song at our church often ❤️

[@williaminaloftin3814]

Awesome job, sir! You sang your heart out. God bless you & your wife! I'm so glad she encouraged you to hit the big stage--you deserve to be there. Tell her I said "thank you"!!

[@Kyng588]

Mr. Mayo did a fantastic job! I cried tears a joy. Not only was his voice great, but the love and support of his wife is EVERYTHING!. Love wins❤

[@chinenyeechem]

This audition deserves a golden buzzer!!! So sincere!

[@scribe712]

There are a lot of great acts that deserve Golden Buzzers but they only have so many to use. He's a good singer but given the amount of competition this year, he probably won't make it to the finals. Very few singers do.

[@TheLearningLounge]

I'm sobbing, and the song isn't even half finished...wonderful, wonderful!!!!

[@michaelwest6395]

Such an amazing and beautiful couple whose hearts and in the betterment of their community and themselves. God bless them

[@PsykoSmiley]

I love how all these kids from his school, and ones who used to go there are here in the comments supporting him. That says a lot about him! I'm up the road from y'all about 60 miles and backing the blue on the street and now on AGT! I hope he wins it!

[@ClipFilmProductions]

Just when you say "Aw great ANOTHER singer?! I wanna see something else!" ...is when a spectacular talented person like this man blows your mind... Damn!

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

I love music. And singing.

[@ClipFilmProductions]

@@ThatGirl-ku5dq Same here. They can get oversaturated in AGT though.

[@selahta5252]

❤100% this is the golden buzzer

[@justagirlsd3000]

Officer making me cry! ❤️‍🔥🫶🏽

[@beautifuldisaster3701]

I came from Facebook wow the love in his eyes and the passion in his voice he loves his wife with his whole being

[@LovingFreedom]

My guy Mervin Mayo deserves all the credit for motivating me every single day. I literally wake up every morning and listen to his music and give Praise to God 🙏🏿❤️

[@sammills7569]

"GOD DID IT" is my ringtone.

[@LovingFreedom]

@@sammills7569 You picked a good one 🙏🏿

[@nekkaowens234]

Officer Melvin Mayoooo love his voice .. Lord please let him Go Far 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@yerocjr]

Richmond VA STAND UP!!!! That was amazing!!!

[@sserenity13]

WE HERE

[@stephendverner]

Oh wow!!!!! He just killed it!!!! So inspirational!

[@theresaforte2202]

He’s awesome! I love how he song that to his wife! Always her to support Bro Mayo’s music!

[@marquesiaking3767]

It's the sincerity of his singing for me. With that alone, he made it his own. I love this song originally but THIS rendition brought me to tears. Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@nelsonoliva2119]

What a nice couple and very talented. This just makes you feel good.

[@SarahEvaela]

DUDE! Why isn´t he yet a worldwide superstar? His vocals are amazing!

[@scribe712]

Because he's a full-time police officer, that's why.

[@shawna7227]

It’s not really about talent if you want to be a Superstar. It’s about what you are willing to compromise.

[@franckozzy7979]

Beautiful moment. We need more people like them, we definitely do, more than ever.

[@VzSoporte]

I love the way he proudly introduces his wife to the judges. That is real love.

[@incognitohoneybee]

God bless you sir and thank you for your service in the community with the youth ❤

[@AlisMarsaili1351]

Thank you for your service. I was an at risk youth and my mentor saved my life. I love your voice too!

[@DevonReedMusic]

Wasn’t expecting that! Wow! 🤯👍🏻🔥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@pevangel1954]

God bless you Officer, ty for sharing. By the way AMAZING.

[@rd2dab]

Thats a golden buzzer more then anything

[@demolitionradio6234]

Moredokdnd

[@Spurfect81]

Nice audition, but no, if you give this guya golden buzzer you might aswell give a golden buzzer to every decent singer.

[@rd2dab]

Wasn't just the singing for me. I respect your thoughts, though

[@firelordplayz]

Take the sob/inspirational story and uniform away, and Simon is saying no to heck no to this average performance lol.

[@Spurfect81]

@rd2dab this is a talent show, not a personality show. I'm not saying it's bad, he was good. But golden buzzer worthy , I think not. The golden buzzer should be reserved for the very best.

[@kimcuervo2905]

Just wow. What a special man with a special voice. He is absolutely wonderful.

[@aidenalamo6262]

Very nice rendition of a Sheeran classic!

[@thomasgreendale9913]

Sure. I thought he sang it better than Ed Sheeran though

[@brandihoover8678]

I live in Harrisonburg, VA. My daughter is a police officer. God bless you for your service!

[@Memeswamp_747]

He nailed it for sure💪🏻🗿!!

[@AntonetteHines]

I have been blown away by him on KZbin for over a year. His voice is amazing and he sings with such passion that you feel every note of the music.

[@vitotntceo]

I've been watching officer mayo sing around richmond va at different school /church functions for over 10yrs. That man has an amazing voice. Congratulations to u sir! 👌🏽👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@robbieimperial7656]

Now that is a GOLDE BUZZER

[@katz0625]

Thank you for serving!! Love you!! This gave me goosebumps!! Brought me to tears when he looked at his wife!!! “Everything I do is because my wife convinces me” that was a good answer my friend!! Lol

[@chrisdedmanproductions5656]

We need more of this officer in the world today. It’s amazing what love can do to bring people together again.🙏💙

[@lynnedear8830]

I was born and raised in salem, Virginia. This man shows there’s no PLACE like home. Good people in virginia❤❤❤❤

[@scribe712]

I'm from the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Yes, there are some truly good people in Virginia.

[@DanRibar]

He's already won..... The guy's a hero.

[@sieira12]

Def could see him in the finals just by his spirit what America needs

[@sameerahameed-hussain1713]

Thank you for your service

[@micahgrim2597]

This guy carries so much passion along with him. Bravo, friend. God bless you

[@teleopinions1367]

You can definitely tell when the singer is authentic. He was not thinking about the yesses or nos. Mr. Mayo was doing one of the things he does best. Thank you for sharing the love with the world.

[@BrandonCiCi]

I had a feeling and something told me that he was going to turn and look at his wife at some point during the song... then he turned his head smiling at her while singing. I wish them many more years of happiness and kindness ❤

[@SuperCleopatrajones]

He reminds me that really good old 80's sound that made you fall in love with whoever you were with!❤❤❤

[@mrfish3971]

He had Sophia blushing like he was singing directly to her. 😊

[@bluefamily3937]

Wasn't he singing to his wife? Those were the only 2 in the room

[@Cyannah117]

Wow! Mervin is amazing!!! ❤ His voice is actually pretty unique and his delivery was awesome. Maybe not to industry standards but I loved it!! His background story is so heartbreaking but has a very good lesson … the power of mentors is so underrated… just one person believing in you can make so much difference!!! If you can help just one person in your life…help them break free of their horrible upbringings, help them believe that they can be what they want to be…so worth the hardships!!! I’m an Aussie, but I have to say… the US and other countries needs police officers like Mervin who really care about people!!!

[@ItsAllLove4Real]

Yesssss RVA is in the building....PROUD OF YOU💙🤍💙🤍

[@theophilusorupabo6436]

He is a good man. It is so written on him and you don't need any benefits of doubt.

[@rhondautt462]

I absolutely loved this! Great arrangement

[@EmmaJenkins1999]

I'm so proud . Feels like I know you in person. Been following you for a long time. God bless you and your wife.

[@TerriHudson-im7pm]

CONGRATULATIONS....AND WISH YOU THE BEST MARVIN....

[@Supergirl-rz8yi]

Truly a beautiful human he shines love😊

[@sserenity13]

Richmonder here! So proud to see one of our own getting so much love! Wishing you all the luck!

[@jaytopham8514]

Just a lovely, lovely man who sang that song with all of his heart x

[@violitapy8749]

tears all around my face, this is pure love looks like❤

[@PARoth2011]

Tears…his voice, his message, his SOUL!! ❤❤❤

[@AlisonOwens-i8w]

This was beautiful, honest and heartfelt! I felt good just watching him up there. The love he shows for his wife is so touching. I want him to go ALL THE WAY!!!

[@MegaCharger9]

May God continue to bless this couple as they continue their journey together in life……

[@mookdabney6338]

You blew it out of the water my man, congratulations and may God bless you and your family with whatever it is that you have your heart and soul set on.... Thanks for giving the young men and women of our city a guiding light to follow and look up to..

[@gdschld13]

804 in here!!!!! Okay 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. Proud of yall. Repping RVA so beautifully 🥲🫶🏾

[@TheHitman-]

That was a beautiful rendition. He definitely made it his own. 🎉

[@jayteeveener]

Anyone else notice that time piece??? That watch was NOIICE

[@harrybaizar1469]

Glisned in that stage lighting

[@Lissa102]

If you heard this man’s voice and the only thing you noticed was his watch you got a problem 😂😂

[@jayteeveener]

@Lissa102 lol oh I heard it, man's amazing 😅 but like also....