Vendulka Wichta sings ‘Karma Chameleon’ by Culture Club | The Voice Stage #60

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Vendulka Wichta performed ‘Karma Chameleon’ by Culture Club on season 8 of The Voice Australia in 2019.
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[@dagan2000]

when you take a song to places that the original artist never considered, and the original artist asks your permission to try it your way... that's the ultimate honor of being an artist

[@batk0427]

I was thinking the samething. She put a spin on that song like a top and nailed it.

[@jebceldon]

I dont like the tune

[@maddielopez8625]

@@jebceldon most people don’t like the original 🤷🏻‍♀️ to each their own

[@MetaVIRTUAL]

@@maddielopez8625 most people live the original hence it charted so well and she is loads

[@htd4lifesavagefam547]

100 percent. Boy still has it

[@BlackWind-rx5il]

Boy George suddenly realizing it's his song and laughing at himself for not getting it earlier it's just priceless.

[@phils5423]

I remember when culture club became popular. Boy George made a whole lot of heteroSexual males feel a little funny. But I love their music. Boy George is an icon Of modern music

[@ronitmitchell2395]

I’m p

[@3333bongman]

As much as the song was done wonderfully, that was the best part of the video

[@pardeep_08]

​@@3333bongmanindeed

[@LilyWhite-vo1bh]

he was not laughing at himself he was laughing at the situation 782 likes for a lie

[@phyllismay4384]

I don't think she needs a coach...she just needs a record deal. I love her sound....she's up and down.

[@MISNM0]

Really just this. She's good right how she stands without this show.

[@me109cito5]

Darn right!!

[@hannahbride3310]

She needs a record deal AND for them to leave her the hell alone and let her talent evolve naturally....

[@RainyeCole23]

She is absolute fire

[@RHathemoment]

🥰✨.👍

[@rebekahnewman9419]

I love the fact that George didn't get mad or upset that she took his song and basically, in bluesy sort of way, made it her own, then went up and sang with her!! What a great memory he gave her to tell her grandchildren later on in life!!

[@daspec]

Quite the opposite, he was having a proud dad momment

[@jackdundon2261]

Best comment..... Yeah, a proud dad, then notice him "give her away", like "my work is done", time to go to a new level.

[@alfskora]

Boy George's reaction was priceless❤️

[@jencoleman3847]

His reaction was classic his face was a picture

[@raymondtremblay489]

It is verry funny that you said BJ expression was priceless, because the jerjey ‘ red,white and blue ‘Boy george wear is our Montreal Canadien hockey team the number 31 jersey of our goalie and is name is Carey Price!,

[@queenannsrevenge100]

I must’ve replayed his reaction like three or four times because it was hilarious

[@stellarocquie7957]

He's so cute and unassuming.

[@cstiger4]

@@queenannsrevenge100 only 4? I did like 2 dozen

[@batk0427]

Boy George truly deserves to be honored this way. I'd definitely purchase this version.

[@surenotejas3163]

This was dumb

[@thumper62973]

Agree..I'd purchase it too..

[@caturlifelive]

agreed

[@jasongarcia1886]

Me too I'd get this version

[@michaelcoslett8772]

I will get this version

[@AscendedXSaiyan]

Man Boy George's voice just got better with age!! The little duet with her was *PERFECT!!*

[@kellydeily4593]

Right??? His voice is even better now!

[@firecracker187]

When I hear all the music from when I was a little kid I relate it to being a kid... boy georges voice is mature and as an adult... I love it

[@ericlawrence9060]

"I'll hold the mic. " Jesus.... she must be thrilled! She won right there.

[@Ullisen]

The fact that she had presence and awesomeness enough to actually sing harmonies with him when he got up there is amazing. I'd probably look like a sheep, fall down and throw up. Like a boss.

[@annaldwhigg6870]

😂😂😂🤣🤣😂😂

[@SoManyTopics]

Right!?😂 I was thinking the same thing... I was like... wait, she's actually singing with him... woahhhhh. I probably would have shaken so much I would have dropped the guitar! 😂🤣😂

[@jenniferprince2674]

@Ullis Okay okay okay…hold up. I read this comment and immediately I had a question. When you say, “like a boss”. Are you referring to her being able to not only keep her composure but flawlessly harmonize with Boy like a boss when singing with him? OR are you saying that if that had been you in her shoes you would have looked like a sheep, fell over and threw up like a boss? I’m not going to lie…I’m kinda hoping you give zero fu*ks about how you look at any given time and threw up like a boss. Maybe you meant both 🤷🏻‍♀️🤣🤣🤣

[@chayo4537]

She didn't have much of a choice🤣😅 he just walked up on stage and she didn't think twice about it

[@coolestson7547]

(I'd probably look like a sheep, fall down and throw up. Like a boss.) Heehee......

[@BuyAvonFromDonna]

Absolutely adored Boy George's reaction when he realized it was his own song! Beautiful version of a wonderful song!

[@lessismore8533]

Yah I liked the slower version too but I love to dance and the original is one I can dance to lol

[@ivyvines6708]

It was just tooooo funny how long it took George to realize that the song she was singing was his song. I loved the way that she sung it too. The time that he took to react to it was priceless. I hope that this young lady has much success. 😂😂😂 😉😉😉

[@rogerakhan74]

@@ivyvines6708 pure lightbulb moment for George

[@marialemos1495]

He probably felt honored and proud at the end

[@josephstanton4872]

You've gotta be kidding, Donna! George was putting on a SERIOUS brave face! The girl has talent, there is a voice there, she just mangled an eighties classic!

[@jimmyjames8791]

Boy George just showed people what an awesome singer he is too!!!

[@RastaSaiyaman]

~They just needed to be reminded every so once in a while, I'm pretty sure that people who grew up in the eighties never forgot.

[@rahuldahoob]

Shame he chained that rent boy to a raidiotor tho

[@markyinina1710]

His voice is gold

[@monk3yboy69]

You have to keep your rent boys in their place…..

[@sven31415]

I want to see the duel too.

[@aaleyah5380]

She did so well at making it her own. George didn’t even recognize his own song. BRILLIANT❤

[@micalah8282]

Can we talk about how absolutely exquisite her entire presence is? Goodness, she is stunning.

[@tracytempleton8618]

Right?!

[@mr.hemiroids794]

I'm not really sure what everyone else sees. I'm not trying to be rude but honestly I thought she was 40 and already hit the wall.

[@shanemancuso2147]

Everything about her is absolutely gorgeous the voice the look everything

[@Un0rdin4rYPr0gr4mmeR]

She's also a very pretty lady.

[@mr.hemiroids794]

@@Un0rdin4rYPr0gr4mmeR well you know what they say beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

[@FriggSaga]

Omgs. I want this version recorded as a duet.

[@rkidlat]

She is stunning but BG singing with her shot it to the moon. His voice and style...wow

[@tanyaadams2948]

Totally agreed

[@bar1066]

I'd buy it.

[@wilc.2095]

Fkn yaaasssss!!! I need that song in my life!!!!!

[@jaopee2003]

completely agree

[@neilpearson8352]

The fact Boy George took so long to notice was adorable

[@christopherayabarreno8032]

Wow! Didn't know a Boy George song could turn into that! From a feel good party song to a deep bluesy song with emotion. Beautiful voice.

[@appletree6898]

Her version matches the words, when you really listen! The original is a bouncy, fun tune, but with lyrics about George's heart getting broken.

[@maximilianojulio3296]

I love that he did not realize that it was his song

[@kcstonemenott]

RIGHT that lil *boop* he did in the seat. He literally popped up a little bit when it hit him.. so funny n cute!

[@joymcnally6781]

well its one of many right? lol

[@rod_triplxvi739]

Because she changed it into a different version, unlike the fast original version. I didn't even know it if I didn't read the caption that it's "Karma Chameleon" song.

[@lisalofton8242]

Right! That was epic 😎

[@Darkraven025]

I loved it as well

[@marsincharge]

I absolutely NEED Boy George and Vendulka to duet this song together. They took it to the next level.

[@forwerd4ever]

YESSSSS!!

[@XandersJamesWayne]

Dude... indeed

[@tin-man5687]

If they do that and anybody ever runs across it, I would be grateful for a notice and/or link to it. That would be amazing.

[@HenryMPittman]

For real!

[@gailpengelly8581]

TOTALLY AGREE...(so much so, I HAD to be written in caps!) x

[@freddygonzalez8797]

Everyone knows the original version; however when the author, owner, and singer of the original song comes out personally to do an impromptu duet, that is a hell of a compliment. Furthermore Boy George didn't complain or have animosity, he actually found it different and refreshing. I am sure Boy George will do some good things for such a talented young lady/musician. By the way: to ruffle some feathers please check out The Cardigans cover of Black Sabbath' "Iron Man". Quite, quite different yet they made in their way.

[@log794]

Unfortunately it's not exactly impromptu, everything on The Voice is scripted and practiced

[@sabakamahusky594]

Also if you heard George, for years they played around with the song style in different styles including blues but couldn't get, but this artist figured it out and George himself go down there and tried it out himself in duet and understand the blues composition he was looking for.

[@EddyRice]

So cute and funny how Boy George did not recognize for a minute she was singing his song.

[@aaleyah5380]

She made it her own. BRILLIANT!

[@moosedawg71]

His reaction when it finally occurred to him was priceless, so cute! You just have to love him!

[@QUINTUSMAXIMUS]

@@moosedawg71 He was like "OMG! Silly me! How could I not have noticed?" He was so flattered at what she did with it.

[@adriennewhitaker2913]

Probably the best cover I have ever heard. Beautifully unrecognizable and yet respectful to the original.

[@BlondeReaganite]

Perfectly said! ❤️

[@mikelaw5965]

Yes!

[@tredfxman]

Exactly! 👌

[@a.c.9822]

Also take a look at Lee Glasson's cover for Can't Get You Out of My Head original by Kylie

[@vchinaglia17]

Yeahhhh. Totally agree

[@dandiscer1373]

I think George's voice sounds much better these days...love the soulful rasp to it.

[@djstarsign]

Man, his voice was so great!

[@lessismore8533]

After all hes been through with drugs and stuff his voice has really endured but his 80s vocals are style unique in their own right, and it was more distinctive back then. I miss his higher range in the early 90s but its fine

[@XXXCRSPL]

He still has it

[@pennyfleck]

His voice is great unlike some artists their voice is shot. Just look at Vince Neil of Motley and Axl rose. He definitely kept training his voice throughout the years

[@caturlifelive]

Agreed, love his deep voice

[@willease]

Rarely do I get chills up my spine. But this song, having George sing with her, was downright haunting. Well done.

[@Jumbaride]

lol I just posted a similar comment. Goosebumps everywhere when their voices came together.

[@sonnyblacktr24]

Still the best judge group of The Voice ever.. they had chemistry and personalities that kept viewers locked in

[@o.aldenproductions.9858]

Well I’m an 80s girl listening to a girl who could be my daughter take one of the icon 80s song and make it hers, gives me goosebumps 😘

[@karenb3567]

I said the same thing to myself! I LOVED the 80's and Boy George's music also and I agree, she made it hers and sung it beautifully! How unique it was, very talented young woman. Hoping you're having a nice day! 😊

[@anubispup4760]

Music is and will always be eternal, the old will always be re-made by the new. It isn't always as beautiful as this was, but all the bad changes makes moments like this stand out like stars in the sky.

[@jennyamccarthy4]

Same ❤️ was so excited to see him get on stage with her and sing.. her voice is absolutely incredible.. can’t wait to hear more from this artist! ❤️

[@KCtheSUNSHINE]

I would buy this version and I wasn't real excited about the original in the 80's. And I have a 25 yr old daughter hee hee

[@CN-dl2cj]

I'm an 80s girl too; there are so many 80s songs I love love love, that I would also love to hear covered by truly talented current musicians

[@Pippi-Longstocking]

She’s a winner right there when they did a duet.

[@2legit64]

I now want to hear George sing it like this. The man still has amazing chops!

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

that impromptu duet was something special!! Magic. And the advice to breathe and make her own choice was such a human moment!❤

[@tommagic100]

you could most defo see how touched Boy George was to the way someone could sing 1 of his songs with a unique twist on it

[@brianlanders5306]

I liked it better than the original, because it has a bluesy sound to it, the original was sort of hokey in my opinion, but the 70s were great. Wow that's an old song.

[@mistyduncan8029]

I noticed that when he was talking about how she sang it looked like he was holding back tears. Could tell he loved it and was impressed.

[@PraveenKambhampatiMyVideos]

His reaction after recognising his song, priceless!! Legend!!

[@TheyStillCallMeRicky]

That was genius song writing, on her part. To do something that he couldn't do, with his own song. That's called genius.

[@michaeld1889]

Her interpretation really really brings out the heartbreak behind Boy George's original lyrics.

[@andrewrose3019]

I love the fact that they're actually hugging again. I missed seeing that kind of affection and appreciation.

[@originalkitten]

It’s from 2019

[@simondeinema4265]

@@originalkittenyou're right, i also see it before

[@markpack798]

The boy"" still has IT!!! The girl is amazing!! She has a real place in this world

[@sandyfarley260]

I just love this clip!! Boy George has always been a favorite and to see him so pleasantly surprised by what this girl did with his song is just fantastic!

[@AndreyVas2008]

I love it that the author did not recognize the song till the end of the first couplet! )))) She takes you to her journey! What I love about her performance, that you cannot predict the next note! She is like a fresh wind! Those 1.5 minutes were like a whole concert.

[@kimmiegirl1969]

The moment he realizes it’s his own song….❤️

[@theGiantAngryRobot]

Her yodeling gave me goosebumps, incredible take on the song, so talented creatively and vocally

[@LB-uq4nq]

Wow . Loved this. Boy Georges expression was priceless when he realized that was his song. I hope this beautiful young women went far. She's so talented ....🙏🥰

[@crbaade]

The world needs this girl!!! And she just leveled up Boy G too, no one knew he had those pipes.

[@melissagreene4174]

We knew!

[@veronicamatchett8227]

song sold 5 million singles - yep, we knew - this guy was competition for Freddie back in the day

[@amfear41]

Oh yeah, we already knew....

[@adambohlin5112]

Oh yeah we have known that forever, it is just that you hear more of it by his less famous songs.

[@olubukonla7352]

Uh, we BEEN knew that! 😒😒😒

[@TheObserver2]

She is by far the most musical of any of the contestants I've heard. She'll probably end up as a jazz singer.

[@galept]

Those high notes were pitch perfect. As she got louder she kept on key. Amazing. She's probably the best singer in that room and it's surprising Kelly didn't recognize greatness since she's best friends with Beyonce.

[@nightcorefirework9090]

2:46 that run was so enchanting like something in the mountains or the forest love her voice sm

[@aaleyah5380]

BRILLIANT

[@nicpic5750]

Yes!

[@pardeep_08]

Oh my goodness their duet.....just woooww..... Ethereal ❤

[@laksiriseneviratne7503]

I went through this so many times, what i recognized was she was not just singing, she was meditating, she didn't mind even when boy George turns, she was singing without caring what's going on, this is ♥️♥️♥️

[@mythicalashley9542]

I want her and boy George to Do a full of duet this song

[@practicalengineer7442]

Absolutely yes yes yes I want the same thing!!!!

[@lr7069]

This was so good she gotten good. He really was surprised and flattered that the song had such a different sound he never heard before just great.

[@TracyMarie71]

Her voice is amazing and the way she turned the song into her own is wonderful!

[@lemekid]

I would sit by the fire listening to this girl sing, she was awesome.

[@mercury3030]

George: „Do you really want to hurt me?“ 😂 I love how he quoted his song purposely to Guy.

[@hottubtimemachine1200]

You got it George, his face when he noticed it was his song. And when he sang it with her, her way, was AWESOME!! Kelly helps her make her decision, and George take in the moment be brave NO BAD DECISIONS. I tell my kids that same thing. TAKE IN THE MOMENT! Do what makes you happy, who cares what other people think, they don’t pay your bills. Be happy life’s to short.

[@sickotwist9802]

She's just being herself! Outstanding👍

[@RHathemoment]

✨💛

[@damiansamaelmorningstar9752]

I love this version of Karma Chameleon. And I love Boy George. His singing voice may be different now but its still wonderful.

[@melissagreene4174]

More wonderful I think!

[@cynstein]

i was blown away by her voice and turning karma chameleon into a blues style song is amazing and totally love her voice

[@ienspire]

Probably one of the best covers i've heard to this day.

[@invisiblue3212]

Never would have thought I would use words like 'haunting' and 'soulful' to describe this song. Just brilliant 👏👏👏👏👏

[@glades20]

The butterflies must've been intense for her as he got out of his chair and approached...So impressed was he that he wanted to sing along with her right at that moment.

[@J.L.Nelson]

Oh my gosh, she was fantastic! Karma Chameleon is one of my favorite songs. If I was in a bad mood that song would make me happy.

[@lessismore8533]

Agree its such a joyous song! Another song that cheers me up is "I love your smile" by Shanice. 90s classic! Both songs were #1 hits!

[@sandyg3772]

Same here. I have been listening to it A LOT lately. His voice moves me and raises my vibration right out of the dumps.

[@kaylasullivan5217]

Agree

[@preppergmidatlantic7997]

They should record that song together. Their voices pair fantastically!!!

[@jonathancastro3106]

That smile at the end of the song totally destroys me every time, she is amazing.

[@dougsimon4571]

This girl is absolutely gorgeous and her presence is phenomenal..She's beautiful. Her voice is extraordinary and most of all her personality draws you in and is completely captivating

[@bonniegarber9915]

I wholeheartedly agree, so why put something in your nose to distract from all of that? It's not pretty. Well, it is pretty gross !!

[@Talisman741]

@@bonniegarber9915 it's Just your opinion and it's doens't has any value to anyone but you :)

[@omnyt]

150 million albums sold, shouldn’t be forgotten!

[@JoseLopes-ug9eo]

That low piano note at 2:35 and her voice melody immediately after... absolutely nailed it! Brings me to some Heart live song performance I just can't remember... absolutely awesome arrangement. Wow!

[@donaldcruse3402]

As in Ann and Nancy Wilson Heart?

[@theL81Again]

Heart is incredible live!

[@michellefucile7426]

Beautiful moment and love when he realizes it’s his song, just priceless and knew she just blues it up. Great job BG ❤

[@MultipleMadness1]

“Well I’m very camp…” 🤣 Boy George is brilliant

[@stephanienettles2555]

I AM ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED WITH THIS GIRL....THEY WAY SHE FLIPPED THIS SONG...THE WAY SHE SANG IT AND THE WAY SHE PULLED THIS ALL TOGETHER WAS JUST MIND BLOWING..I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR HER SING THE ENTIRE SONG IN THIS FASHION..I WOULD BUY IT AND HER RECORD...I AM A FAN FOR SURE ...ABSOLUTELY FLIPPIN FABULOUS...🥰🥰💯💯

[@paulasewell3631]

Her version was awesome

[@unitedstatesmarine5087]

Who doesn't love Mr. George? Iconic legend, that brought all of us through the 80s and 90s, is still an amazing person and artist!! So cool to see this happen!!

[@fitri1026]

The fact that they improvised together on the spot is just mind-blowing to a musically challenged person like me! So talented!!

[@rayturp6742]

The moment he realized....Priceless

[@jenniferkelly6518]

I hope they record this as a duo. They sound amazing together.

[@UncleJesterr]

this is a gorgeous rendition of this song, love it!!! Boy george's reaction was something incredible could watch it again and again, their duet was so good!!

[@debbiem7052]

This little lady totally blew them all out of the water and even made one of my ole time favs better!! And she is so beautiful!!!! Wow~~

[@vickimeyers2672]

I loved Boy George's reaction! 😁💖 That young woman has a great vocal range! I got chills!

[@judithmiteen6186]

I want those boots!

[@ronjacobe]

This is the most fun I have ever had watching the coaches' pitches and banters. Ha ha ha

[@DrLA-db8kk]

Mad respect to George O'Dowd. Love and respect all through the years, and beyond.

[@larryressler5438]

Not only does she have a beautiful voice but her ability to interpret a song and make it her own was absolutely amazing...

[@junkmonkey9859]

That young woman is a star. She has presence, voice, poise, talent, can read the room, humble and charisma. Wish her the very best in life.

[@singing4hope]

I think she has a lot of chemistry with Boy George when they started singing together

[@danielleg58]

I love Boy George but I never realized how beutifully soulful his voice could sound!

[@audreythepoet]

Bless you darling for not forgetting us from the 60’s and 70’s. We’re just old people now. Nobody cares. I just found you and will look and look to find you, because you are the BEST. Your voice is angelic. Carry on our PEACEFUL VIBE ☮️ and carry on our music. Bless your hippie heart. We WERE special and SO ARE YOU,💕🇨🇦💙💛🦫

[@daspec]

Seriously, after George's hilarious reaction "mmm cool song....oh wait, thats mine!" 😂 he was having a proud dad momment listening to such an amazing rendition of his famous song.

[@ProWrestlingMB1]

Her rendition was absolutely stunning. Her voice is beautiful and she took that song somewhere no one had the presence to do. She has an amazing stage presence and she’s so real. She was shy, giddy but so relaxed. I’m glad she went with her idol. His reaction was priceless and genuine. I’m sure he appreciated what she did and he did so much that he sang with her. What an amazing moment for her.

[@tin-man5687]

Wow.... Just... wow... Literally brought tears to my eyes. I was an 80's child, and Culture Club/Boy George was a large part of the music in my world back then. Still a fan of their music even now. And hearing that song performed in such a soulful manner just about took my breath away. Amazing....

[@stuart207]

This is so brilliant. She gives the song such a different vibe. Brilliant. I want to hear the whole thing so bad.

[@Wrestlelesson]

So great to see a legend as Boy George still among us 👍🏽

[@Aedir]

The background was so in tune with the way she sang the song. Feels like we're day dreaming. Just wonderful.

[@colesmith5445]

This is actually an amazing version I was not expecting this

[@StephenJEscobedo]

She gave that song a brand new life. Totally reborn and just as worthy as the original, maybe even more.

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

Perfect. She held that last note up to an angel....complete voice control..

[@tdsportscards]

She's a special one...in her own style she gave it a different life

[@erikalexander6602]

Talent isn’t just a voice, and this girl def has talent!(IT!) What a moment

[@jonathancastro3106]

Is there a full version of this? this is AMAZING!!!

[@amyprincesspink]

same i need a full version of this cover 😭

[@nirmalsuki]

Boy George has one of the best singing voices of all time. Just underrated.

[@calador1918]

You think one of the most recognized names in the music industry for the past several decades is 'underrated' 🤦🏻😂

[@lenbrian9484]

That's a hit duet right there. That left me wanting more.

[@batk0427]

Me too. I bet we weren't the only ones either.

[@jasongarcia1886]

I know I wished they would've duet the entire song that would've been awesome

[@thereturnoftheprodigalyams6763]

Boy George has such a great voice.

[@jigadeekinley]

Indeed😺

[@avalonpark1574]

Still even after all those drugs and age. That shows you he really does have a astounding voice.

[@dktcs]

his voice is aaaawesome...

[@jcnunny]

Beautiful moment. What a great guy to celebrate her version, and what a great woman to honor him with her comments and honor.

[@logannsif]

Shes got a rich voice, and a golden heart it seems. I wish the best for her❤

[@Aquilirius]

Such a beautiful young lady with a great personality. Her interpretation, her voice and her style is captivating .. and i love her boots

[@debbieflaherty4846]

Jim Morrison vibe….💕

[@batk0427]

She could make me a pair too, I said. I'd wear them til the heel did a whole 360

[@mariajbrum]

Boy George reaction, was priceless! Forever!

[@ericflood4738]

She’s a keeper for sure.

[@annieberardino8732]

To take such an iconic and catchy song and turn it on its head to the point the artist himself didn’t immediately recognize it is true artistry. She also has a spectacular voice and ear.