When 21-year-old Lee Collinson walked onto the America’s Got Talent stage, he was clearly hoping to impress the judges. But nobody, including Lee himself, seemed prepared for just how strongly Simon Cowell would react to his voice.
Lee chose “Better Days” by Dermot Kennedy, delivering the song with a raw, emotional quality that immediately caught the judges’ attention. His powerful vocals and natural stage presence made the performance feel far beyond what you might expect from a young contestant.
Simon Cowell was so impressed that he did something unusual — he wanted to speak to Lee’s mother. It was Simon’s way of showing just how much potential he believed the young singer had.
The audition quickly became one of those unforgettable AGT moments where a contestant walks in as a complete stranger and leaves the stage with everyone talking about them. 🎤
