Kelly Clarkson brought in a special guest to help open Thursday’s (Feb. 16) episode kelly clarkson show: Corey Ward voice.
To kick off the “Kellyoke” duet, the superstar and her former protégé harmonized in John Carney’s 2007 musical film “Falling Slowly.” one time“I don’t know you, but that’s why I want more of you,” Ward crouched, strumming his acoustic guitar, before Clarkson sang the chorus. / Raise your voice full of hope, you have a choice / You’ve made it now / Slow down and sing your melody / I’ll sing along.
Ward was part of Team Kerry for season 20 in 2021, but was eliminated in the live semi-final round before Cam Anthony finally claimed the trophy for Blake Shelton’s team. His most memorable performances for The Voice include auditioning for Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own” and covers of Clarkson’s “Already Gone,” Lewis Capaldi’s “Bruises,” and Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris.” included.
Later in the show, Clarkson interviewed Ward about his time in a reality singing contest, his mother’s cancer diagnosis (which led to his first audition for season 19), and new single “Close to Love.” .
Most recently, the original American Idol winners have been Whitesnake’s ‘Here I Go Again’, Adele’s ‘Set Fire to the Rain’, Mark Morrison’s ‘Return of the Mack’, and Camille Yarbrough’s Fatboy Slim sampling of ‘Take It Back’. Yo'” is also covered. Praise” etc.
Check out Clarkson and Ward’s duet on “Falling Slowly” below.