16-Year-Old and grandmother steal the show in The Voice! | Journey #28

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  • čas pƙidĂĄn 2. 04. 2019
  • 16-year-old Donel Mangena was the runner-up in the seventh series of The Voice UK in 2018. Check out his incredible journey from the 'Blind Auditions' to the 'Grande Finale'!
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    đŸ”»FULL PERFORMANCES
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    đŸ”»SONG LIST
    - Blind Audition: ‘Cold Water’ by Major Lazer, Justin Bieber & MØ
    - Battle: 'Rain' by The Script
    - The Knockouts: 'Finesse' by Bruno Mars
    - Semi-Final: 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams
    - Final: 'Let Me Love You' by DJ Snake & Justin Bieber
    - Final: 'OMG' by Usher & The Black Eyed Peas
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  • @zay2zooted
    @zay2zooted Pƙed 4 lety +19946

    Who else just clicked on because they seen the word grandma😂

  • @rukinanizz2011
    @rukinanizz2011 Pƙed 4 lety +11221

    Stars don't win competitions, they win the hearts of people. They win the world.

    • @REGMajesty
      @REGMajesty Pƙed 4 lety +56

      true

    • @fredamayo1950
      @fredamayo1950 Pƙed 4 lety +176

      He's so talented and grounded. That family unity means a lot. The bond he has with his grandmother is very special.

    • @trendyhandyclass6631
      @trendyhandyclass6631 Pƙed 4 lety +28

      beautiful

    • @crissysinopole5703
      @crissysinopole5703 Pƙed 4 lety +40

      Rukina Nizz hands down that’s the truth. Like you could feel this kids Guinness through the tube đŸ‘đŸœđŸ‘đŸœ

    • @legacy1689
      @legacy1689 Pƙed 4 lety +43

      What if there was a competition for winning people's hearts??

  • @godisgood1938
    @godisgood1938 Pƙed 2 lety +1072

    The way she just jumped on stage and started dancing. She’s like you only live once👌😭she’s so sweet

  • @ruthiesmith7403
    @ruthiesmith7403 Pƙed 2 lety +415

    I love the fact that he is not embarrassed of his grandma energy and how she bogart the stage. I love him and grandma!

    • @saraht9442
      @saraht9442 Pƙed rokem +20

      He has no reason to be embarrassed of her. She is amazing!

  • @waleedahibraham5260
    @waleedahibraham5260 Pƙed 4 lety +2202

    I clicked to see the grandma đŸ˜‚â€ïžwho is with me please

  • @bigbrainasian
    @bigbrainasian Pƙed 3 lety +621

    literally he just turned everything into his own concert

    • @motyekabts-army9044
      @motyekabts-army9044 Pƙed 3 lety +8

      Exactly

    • @pairrynwatson4229
      @pairrynwatson4229 Pƙed 3 lety +15

      He really did, I really thought he would win 😓😅

    • @BloodlineEnt100
      @BloodlineEnt100 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      big brain asian basically 💯

    • @joyful7772
      @joyful7772 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      He sure did!!

    • @RioMuc
      @RioMuc Pƙed 3 lety +3

      I wish I would have been that self confident when I was 16. This boy is gold.

  • @sephorakc3372
    @sephorakc3372 Pƙed 2 lety +663

    His family did and are still doing a good job raising him đŸ‘đŸŸ He’s so polite, full of life and much more. I enjoyed the video

    • @joysule5606
      @joysule5606 Pƙed 2 lety +7

      The best out of Zim and indeed Africa to the world.

    • @mablethomason3493
      @mablethomason3493 Pƙed rokem +12

      He màkes grañdma heart fill with joy

  • @reginek.7042
    @reginek.7042 Pƙed 2 lety +347

    DONEL has the WHOLE package, the looks, the moves, and the voice! Years later I watch this again and still smile.

    • @sunnybajoras4364
      @sunnybajoras4364 Pƙed rokem +4

      I first watched it in 2022 and here I am back in 2023 watching it again!

    • @cecelia9061
      @cecelia9061 Pƙed rokem +4

      Yes he is the whole package

  • @phililemhlongo252
    @phililemhlongo252 Pƙed 4 lety +1622

    That's how African grandmother's hype a boy up❀

    • @carolineteodoro5825
      @carolineteodoro5825 Pƙed 4 lety +4

      If you write in my channel please I also sing English my dream and become a great singer

    • @andrewochoa5405
      @andrewochoa5405 Pƙed 4 lety +6

      Not only African Grandmother’s. There’s many grandmother’s out there that hype there grand kids up.

    • @hotepkennels
      @hotepkennels Pƙed 4 lety

      @@andrewochoa5405 Mines didn't.

    • @McChicken300
      @McChicken300 Pƙed 4 lety +3

      V that’s really fucking racist I’m sorry but it is

    • @leratodube
      @leratodube Pƙed 4 lety

      Yhoo philile you can say that again mara this kid making isizulu/isindebele international

  • @MouncoG
    @MouncoG Pƙed 3 lety +699

    Can we appreciate the band they were just soooo prepared when his grandmother started dancing

  • @paulsundberg8330
    @paulsundberg8330 Pƙed 2 lety +363

    Ok, I'm a 49 year old sworn metal head and even I can see that this kid is special. His talent is off the charts and then throw in the fact that he is a good hearted family oriented person on top of it. I hope this kid sees all of his dreams come true.

    • @sherlinetulliswilliams4720
      @sherlinetulliswilliams4720 Pƙed rokem +11

      He really did it all
so full of love ❀ you are blessed 🎉🎉🎉

    • @goomee5563
      @goomee5563 Pƙed rokem +8

      I am watching this for the first time it came up for me on CZcams and I am thoroughly thoroughly enjoying watching this this young boy is amazing, he is a gift from God 🙏

    • @terrigreer4629
      @terrigreer4629 Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci +2

      Awesome

    • @zay5456
      @zay5456 Pƙed 7 měsĂ­ci +2

      Ok I think it's his ragae n his accent

    • @namimindyaw1201
      @namimindyaw1201 Pƙed 20 dny

      You’re a lovely person and very right!!❀❀❀❀

  • @littlescott6162
    @littlescott6162 Pƙed 2 lety +235

    “If you pick me you have me for how ever long you want me in your life” coming from Wil.I.AM has to feel like words from heaven to a young artist.

    • @CAB0811
      @CAB0811 Pƙed rokem +13

      AGREED‌ ❀

    • @gachiles
      @gachiles Pƙed rokem +17

      Exactly! This was a match made in heaven! Styles are so parallel that no other coach would be able to do him justice.

    • @sarahdavis1312
      @sarahdavis1312 Pƙed rokem +9

      Yes yes yes so I feel like this was definitely a match from heaven and I’m looking forward to seeing and hearing from the two of them working on awesome music together đŸ™đŸ„°đŸŽ‰

  • @keziajoseph5609
    @keziajoseph5609 Pƙed 4 lety +4108

    THIS IS NOT A RACIST STATEMENT!!
    But Black Ppl are so AWESOME!!!

  • @faithwalkz
    @faithwalkz Pƙed 3 lety +907

    When she said,"I love my grandson.He's so polite,I'm telling you."....(that's when I found out that I loved her )

    • @taniahsasha3811
      @taniahsasha3811 Pƙed 3 lety +15

      Oh my poor donel didn't win but you a star you gona far

    • @tamelahardyman1876
      @tamelahardyman1876 Pƙed 3 lety +6

      Me too!

    • @kathrynmckeown3595
      @kathrynmckeown3595 Pƙed 3 lety +6

      He knocked it out of the park in the battles. He is a star and always will be. I'm delighted for him, his Grandmother and for Zimbabwe.

    • @Pmac0611
      @Pmac0611 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Gma gave me tears

    • @to0tz_ickle
      @to0tz_ickle Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Me too! And I got in tears my floor was full of water I slipped on it too!

  • @namimindyaw1201
    @namimindyaw1201 Pƙed 20 dny +5

    He brought the African soul into his performance. Nothing like it. It LITERALLY grabs your own soul and won’t let go. I’m so proud of him. He’s a star and a wonderful, wholesome young man. Very proud. He’s made Zimbabwe and Africa proud. ❀❀❀

  • @edt5533
    @edt5533 Pƙed měsĂ­cem +8

    Watching this in 2024...still enjoying D's energy... anyone with me ..

  • @veronicafrank5595
    @veronicafrank5595 Pƙed 3 lety +2802

    Can we appreciate the Band how they played for Grandma when she went on the stage👀👀

    • @julianatetteh7674
      @julianatetteh7674 Pƙed 3 lety +72

      U know right. It was amazing what they did, and oh! Their reaction 😂😂

    • @8marsh_mello8
      @8marsh_mello8 Pƙed 3 lety +17

      Very true

    • @IlyaNLeo
      @IlyaNLeo Pƙed 3 lety +16

      Absolutely!!!

    • @IlyaNLeo
      @IlyaNLeo Pƙed 3 lety +22

      So muchhhhhh love! Does anyone know the song? Id like to get it

    • @mairastop2647
      @mairastop2647 Pƙed 3 lety +10

      @@IlyaNLeo cold water

  • @ericahendricks5867
    @ericahendricks5867 Pƙed 3 lety +3062

    Who’s watching this in 2021 with me đŸ€” Such a wonderful voice 💕

  • @ciarracox9585
    @ciarracox9585 Pƙed 11 měsĂ­ci +66

    The love between him and his grandma is priceless đŸ„ČđŸ˜»đŸ’ž

  • @growingwithmissk9801
    @growingwithmissk9801 Pƙed 2 lety +23

    I love his grandma 😅😅it's so adorable when your family loves you like this

  • @bridgetlionheart1022
    @bridgetlionheart1022 Pƙed 4 lety +1788

    I love how he brought in his own roots n culture n personality .

  • @pseudonym2839
    @pseudonym2839 Pƙed 4 lety +1681

    His Zimbabwean accent really comes out when he sings.

  • @AlizeRocha
    @AlizeRocha Pƙed 2 lety +77

    His dance move must come from his grandmother! I love how true he stays to his culture

  • @kudakwashesaungweme9883
    @kudakwashesaungweme9883 Pƙed 2 lety +63

    Thank you for representing our Zimbabwean cultureâ€â€đŸ‡żđŸ‡ŒđŸ‡żđŸ‡ŒđŸ‡żđŸ‡Œ

  • @akwasi.oppong2660
    @akwasi.oppong2660 Pƙed 3 lety +1259

    I think he inherited the dancing from his grandmaa

    • @josgn
      @josgn Pƙed 3 lety +7

      True that 😂😂😂

    • @mattjackson9854
      @mattjackson9854 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      😂

    • @ari_hez30
      @ari_hez30 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      ABSOLUTELY 💯

    • @nikkiclarke8734
      @nikkiclarke8734 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Lmbo yes yes I agree

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  • @evienelson2458
    @evienelson2458 Pƙed 3 lety +1617

    can we just appreciate the fact that he adds his native language in all his songs in the voice and outside

    • @M.R.ENT.
      @M.R.ENT. Pƙed 3 lety +50

      Never forget your roots

    • @simphiwewewe9064
      @simphiwewewe9064 Pƙed 3 lety +26

      The language is isiZulu from South Africa

    • @specialk4455
      @specialk4455 Pƙed 3 lety +7

      Awesome, simply awesome đŸ‘đŸŸ

    • @rubuj001
      @rubuj001 Pƙed 3 lety +39

      @@simphiwewewe9064 it's Ndebele from Zimbabwe

    • @TheeladyCAPACITY
      @TheeladyCAPACITY Pƙed 3 lety +21

      I figuired it's Ndebele from Zim because he mentioned the grandmom being from there and him having lived there

  • @debracollins4102
    @debracollins4102 Pƙed 11 měsĂ­ci +37

    He’s the total package. Looks, stance, voice, energy, etc.

  • @Higher_Frequencyy
    @Higher_Frequencyy Pƙed rokem +116

    This guy is full of soul ❀true ⭐

  • @rossanaglasgow2561
    @rossanaglasgow2561 Pƙed 3 lety +1511

    Donel did not win the VOICE UK, , but signed a contract recently with Warner and Sony. Congrats

  • @simoneb6711
    @simoneb6711 Pƙed 4 lety +1647

    They realise he's bigger the just winning the voice. He's free to soar.

    • @isazhamaz
      @isazhamaz Pƙed 4 lety +20

      Couldn't say it any better (Word)

    • @marvelousmarva9666
      @marvelousmarva9666 Pƙed 4 lety +9

      Felicity Brooke MY HEART JUST DROPPED UNTIL I RAN ACROSS YOUR TEXT. đŸ™đŸœ

    • @rochellemc2690
      @rochellemc2690 Pƙed 4 lety +47

      That's EXACTLY what I thought early on. "If he didn't win, it's because they want him to be able to soar. There's not much influence Will can have if he's under contract with The Voice. That young man is made to do what he does. Definitely a STAR!

    • @lavernebain6749
      @lavernebain6749 Pƙed 4 lety +6

      He is BLESSED..

    • @lavernhilliman4651
      @lavernhilliman4651 Pƙed 4 lety

      Govgyi

  • @smartiemartie116
    @smartiemartie116 Pƙed rokem +23

    His grand mother is such a wonderful support. " know you can do it" "don't panic"
    i love her

  • @rhondalynch6969
    @rhondalynch6969 Pƙed 2 lety +22

    Some people are just born for greatness... he's a natural born star🌟đŸŒč

  • @yonwabanongogo9086
    @yonwabanongogo9086 Pƙed 3 lety +514

    If you've been raised by a grandmother/great grandmother this TOTALLY hit different for you 😭

    • @reneeshanty39
      @reneeshanty39 Pƙed 3 lety +8

      Yesss I'm tearing..I miss my GRANDMA

    • @marionkizzard4242
      @marionkizzard4242 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      For sure devoted great grandparents are absolutely special n they give you their all during yr life n theirs forever .I had that all from a tender age.unforgetable love
      Caring always.
      Izzymk.Aussie

    • @arianagm2332
      @arianagm2332 Pƙed 3 lety +3

      She definately brought on the tears!!!

    • @MrSexydivas
      @MrSexydivas Pƙed 3 lety +4

      I miss her so much.

    • @arianagm2332
      @arianagm2332 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@MrSexydivas đŸ€— So grateful!!! đŸ€—

  • @qistinaazhar8902
    @qistinaazhar8902 Pƙed 3 lety +854

    he's not just a singer, he's a performer!

    • @rosemarybulle8118
      @rosemarybulle8118 Pƙed 3 lety +9

      Go my boy Zimbabwe has got talent i love you sony,you have bitten all the odds we are so happy for you and Zimbabwean people at large

    • @artdogg50
      @artdogg50 Pƙed 3 lety +13

      I agree, and that's really tough to find. You don't see singers with the whole package too often anymore.

    • @to0tz_ickle
      @to0tz_ickle Pƙed 3 lety +1

      Agreed

    • @specialk4455
      @specialk4455 Pƙed 3 lety +4

      That’s what makes a star a STAR ...the gift of talent and performanceđŸ„° đŸ’«

    • @temekaarmstrong2991
      @temekaarmstrong2991 Pƙed 2 lety +1

      I was thinking the same thing

  • @gbp4998
    @gbp4998 Pƙed rokem +28

    Grandma has some great dance moves. I loved seeing her and his whole family supporting him. Lovely family. He is great kid. The whole package.

  • @shotsbynutty867
    @shotsbynutty867 Pƙed 3 lety +3385

    To the person scrolling through the comments, I hope you have a Blessed day.

    • @MrSexydivas
      @MrSexydivas Pƙed 3 lety +19

      Thank you, belovĂšd

    • @shanicenjoki2771
      @shanicenjoki2771 Pƙed 3 lety +14

      Me I had seen a 16year old grandmađŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€Ł

    • @latoyaedmunds55
      @latoyaedmunds55 Pƙed 3 lety +10

      Same to you

    • @LOVElife-rk6zq
      @LOVElife-rk6zq Pƙed 3 lety +4

      Ty n u to😜

    • @joycegooch-dali6201
      @joycegooch-dali6201 Pƙed 3 lety +11

      Thank you! He is so phenomenal I had to scroll! His grandmother is priceless! He is truly a gift!

  • @nishisalott1839
    @nishisalott1839 Pƙed 3 lety +807

    When he began singing in his native tongue. I'm like THIS GUY! Like wow

  • @freddysamo9878
    @freddysamo9878 Pƙed rokem +30

    Boy oh Boy! I got goosebumps! This kid is a superstar!

  • @phathutshedzomavhungu3373
    @phathutshedzomavhungu3373 Pƙed rokem +12

    It's 2023 but I'm still watching this and still get some goosebumps đŸ€ž

  • @jessicajohnson5817
    @jessicajohnson5817 Pƙed 3 lety +621

    Everyone needs a grandma like her. She's so proud of him and loves him deeply.

    • @scooksey7572
      @scooksey7572 Pƙed 3 lety +7

      I so much love seeing his grandma there with her grandson he was a ⭐ before he went on this show. bless him and his family

    • @juskynn
      @juskynn Pƙed 3 lety +4

      Yassss.... had 1... God loved her best RIH MAY 2011 such a blessing to have a grand with this spirit..lives within you forever ❀

    • @ceceillenelson79
      @ceceillenelson79 Pƙed 3 lety +6

      And he loves his grandma too.wow

    • @cridenorcruz561
      @cridenorcruz561 Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@scooksey7572 .kkkkk

  • @bellaluz9442
    @bellaluz9442 Pƙed 3 lety +334

    In my heart:. He WON. The end.👏👏👏

    • @lorebay2593
      @lorebay2593 Pƙed 3 lety +4

      Bellaluz he didn’t win, my goodness, he’s great, cute, sing, dance. He’s the full package.

    • @RY-os9vw
      @RY-os9vw Pƙed 3 lety +4

      FACTS! ❀

    • @MarshaT.ZoeLiving
      @MarshaT.ZoeLiving Pƙed 3 lety +7

      Right He was ROBBED...they could have done a better song selection... I believe he was in his head too much and wasn’t as free with his performance as he could’ve been...his eyes were a tad empty looking maybe fatigue or nerves

    • @60-second-HACKS
      @60-second-HACKS Pƙed 3 lety +1

      @@MarshaT.ZoeLiving I felt that with the last two performances. In his head ... not present ... not feeling it. But we haven't heard the last of that young man.

    • @ryanmacharika3946
      @ryanmacharika3946 Pƙed 3 lety

      Marsha T. The final performance is usually not as prepared for as the others and is usually mainly focused on ‘the voice’ which is why he lost in the end because ended up being a better singer. But had they had performers and set production and all that, he could have won

  • @aliceayua338
    @aliceayua338 Pƙed rokem +42

    This boy is really talented and the judges are so heartworming they are amazing

    • @saraht9442
      @saraht9442 Pƙed rokem +1

      Yes that teen is truly talented.

  • @magnoliapeach9377
    @magnoliapeach9377 Pƙed 2 lety +19

    Oh my‌‌‌‌This kid... his voice...his charisma...his performances.... he has the TOTAL package! Praying for his success

  • @sphamandlamncube7501
    @sphamandlamncube7501 Pƙed 5 lety +3007

    Love how he remixed the lyric's with some Zulu words there, South Africa approves

    • @happyvictory4606
      @happyvictory4606 Pƙed 5 lety +27

      Ayanda.a. Nomane ndebele

    • @hlengiwezungu8152
      @hlengiwezungu8152 Pƙed 5 lety +12

      I thought he's S. African from mix music

    • @lindoe508
      @lindoe508 Pƙed 5 lety +18

      Ayanda.a. Nomane hayi yisi ndebele leso đŸ„ł

    • @jackycollins2744
      @jackycollins2744 Pƙed 5 lety +23

      I also thought his a south african coz i hear some zulu words his gud waooooo goooo zim 😘😘😘😘

    • @evelyndube7877
      @evelyndube7877 Pƙed 5 lety +13

      Ndebele not zulu kkkkk so talented

  • @drewyang8996
    @drewyang8996 Pƙed 4 lety +1925

    That’s the same grandma that will smack you with her sandals because you didn’t do your dishes

  • @politemuchemwa4335
    @politemuchemwa4335 Pƙed 2 lety +37

    The boy is a full package, gogos support is so great and amazing, he is blessed to have such a supportive family.

  • @purplefeather69
    @purplefeather69 Pƙed rokem +16

    This young man looks like he's been doing this for a long time. A true born natural. He's current and has the whole package. The music moves him just like it moves grandma.

  • @kambuku__3670
    @kambuku__3670 Pƙed 4 lety +1946

    "he is so polite i'm telling you,he's well behaved and he's doing well in school" is the most african thing ever!!

    • @artistaroundtheblock2047
      @artistaroundtheblock2047 Pƙed 4 lety +17

      Kambuku __ đŸ„°đŸ˜˜
      Honestly

    • @sharonwangari3505
      @sharonwangari3505 Pƙed 4 lety +41

      The discipline from African parents

    • @lizwanyana8001
      @lizwanyana8001 Pƙed 4 lety +20

      Straight facts 😂😂😂

    • @ranitagadling4312
      @ranitagadling4312 Pƙed 4 lety +43

      Ok he's handsome, respectful,hard working, talented and humble that's it I'm going to Africa to find a husband because all of the good ones here are already taken.😊

    • @kambuku__3670
      @kambuku__3670 Pƙed 4 lety +15

      @@ranitagadling4312 speaking as african man in africa... That's great idea! lol

  • @wendyflorin48
    @wendyflorin48 Pƙed 3 lety +652

    Can we get some love for his dad? The way that he looks at his son. I'd say Donel got some moves from his dad, too!!

    • @geraldalbert8288
      @geraldalbert8288 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Hello Wendy!
      I’m so sorry for infringing on your privacy, how are you doing today?

    • @fullpark400
      @fullpark400 Pƙed 3 lety +4

      For sure

    • @catherineanthony6017
      @catherineanthony6017 Pƙed 3 lety +4

      Very talented he will go far!!

    • @lovemymuzic1
      @lovemymuzic1 Pƙed 2 lety +4

      I saw that, too, and the utter joy in allowing this moment for his son to shine without infringing. And Grandma, well that bond is for LIFE, that is his ROCK. Little brother, Malachi will have a lifelong example and friend in his big brother and in the beautiful way the family displays love, support, courage and respect ❀

    • @davemaxwell6745
      @davemaxwell6745 Pƙed 2 lety

      @@lovemymuzic1 Yeah you're right you can say that again, hi how are you ?

  • @tjworker5482
    @tjworker5482 Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci +11

    Grandma really gets down the groove 😂 she is awesome!!

  • @melissad.1885
    @melissad.1885 Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci +5

    That pride that his grandmother has is so touching.

  • @xytreap1328
    @xytreap1328 Pƙed 4 lety +4892

    To the person scrolling through the comments , I hope you have a great day.

  • @meady50
    @meady50 Pƙed 3 lety +540

    his grandma is so adorable when she says “and he’s doing well in school” like she’s so proud of him it’s great . old people are great

  • @ashleyzviitei
    @ashleyzviitei Pƙed rokem +22

    Love the bond between the boy and his grandma. It reminds me of Trevor Noah and his late grandma. Go đŸ‡żđŸ‡Œ.

  • @sunnybajoras4364
    @sunnybajoras4364 Pƙed 2 lety +51

    What an amazing performer ! It's 2022 and I'm thrilled to have found him !

    • @rantingwithbigfifty4333
      @rantingwithbigfifty4333 Pƙed rokem +3

      @SunnyBajoras I just found it 2023

    • @sunnybajoras4364
      @sunnybajoras4364 Pƙed rokem +2

      @@rantingwithbigfifty4333 What an amazing find for 2023 too! Thanks for sharing !

    • @punky1074
      @punky1074 Pƙed rokem +2

      Just finding him in 2023 and he is AMAZING!!!!!!❀❀

    • @sunnybajoras4364
      @sunnybajoras4364 Pƙed rokem +3

      Here I am back in 2023 and we now have a fan group! He's so very incredible a super star !

  • @MsKCJones
    @MsKCJones Pƙed 4 lety +851

    I'm ready to buy his album. I love how he added his culture in all the songs. Made them sound 10 times better actually lol.

    • @robincrawley311
      @robincrawley311 Pƙed 4 lety +9

      SAY IT AGAIN!!!!!! I LOVED IT, HE WAS GREEEEAT!!!đŸŽ©
      😇😇😇

    • @jenethatalley2022
      @jenethatalley2022 Pƙed 4 lety +5

      Im ready to hear some music at the barbeques or just chilling at 🏡. Where do i get this song or something similar

    • @robincrawley311
      @robincrawley311 Pƙed 4 lety +3

      HE REALLY DID SOUND SO MUCH BETTER 100%, I LOVED IT TOO, HE WAS AMAZING!!!😇

    • @leahwangari9023
      @leahwangari9023 Pƙed 4 lety +2

      So true

    • @TheRoxyJ
      @TheRoxyJ Pƙed 4 lety +2

      What a wonderful young man and a proud wholesome family. Just warms my heart. Positive vibes. God bless them all and all the best in his future endeavours. I will certainly buy his albums. Love him.Parents keep up the excellent job.

  • @peterwy874
    @peterwy874 Pƙed 3 lety +507

    This dude is insanely awesome... And I just love his granny. She rocks!

  • @samanthachapman7947
    @samanthachapman7947 Pƙed 2 lety +9

    She's the best grandma in the World. Love his family support

  • @jennifercoleman6218
    @jennifercoleman6218 Pƙed 2 lety +16

    I absolutely adore his granny. Such a spirit.

    • @lorifarrar316
      @lorifarrar316 Pƙed 7 měsĂ­ci +2

      I love Donels granny, shes sweet

  • @yacinecamara6358
    @yacinecamara6358 Pƙed 4 lety +2524

    Who is watching this in 2020✋

  • @jaybarcita1087
    @jaybarcita1087 Pƙed 5 lety +882

    He's having concert not competing..👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @dimples8675
      @dimples8675 Pƙed 5 lety +21

      Right I felt like that too. Seems like once he shuffles his feet, it seems as if he just takes off.

    • @jasminejennings8908
      @jasminejennings8908 Pƙed 4 lety +1

      I agree

    • @brennyhughes7251
      @brennyhughes7251 Pƙed 4 lety

      faith Abigael oh yeah right ! LOL oh yeah oh yeah dumb dumb oh yeah dibity- do- dab

    • @brennyhughes7251
      @brennyhughes7251 Pƙed 4 lety

      faith Abigael this is about winning a contest not about the country or state or town you’re from geez oh Pete you people!đŸ™„đŸ˜‰đŸ€”đŸ„șđŸ€ȘđŸ€ĄđŸ˜œđŸ„ŽđŸ„ŽđŸ„ŽđŸ™€đŸ‘€

    • @deefaison3730
      @deefaison3730 Pƙed 4 lety

      @Phan Nguyen Africa is a continent with many countries. Africa is not a country, however.

  • @PoliticalJunky101
    @PoliticalJunky101 Pƙed rokem +26

    This kid is definitely one in a million - SUPERSTAR 👏💕 AND Will - still got it!!! đŸ„°

  • @ngonidzashesekete8210
    @ngonidzashesekete8210 Pƙed 2 lety +23

    Don't know how many times I have watched this. Fantastic family support and love. Massive talent.

  • @emiliaifeanyi5286
    @emiliaifeanyi5286 Pƙed 3 lety +1299

    What I love about him is how he stuck to his originality. Didn’t even try to change his accent to fit in. You could hear his culture and background in every note and that’s what made him stand out. I love him so much and pray he has the most outstanding career. I’ll pay to watch him perform any day anytime.

    • @ronniewxw19
      @ronniewxw19 Pƙed 2 lety +9

      I GOT GOOSEBUMPS đŸ˜©đŸ˜©đŸ˜©

    • @nunyabiznez6381
      @nunyabiznez6381 Pƙed 2 lety +10

      Yes, that authenticity is part of the vibe. If he comes to the U.S. I think he will really find success here though.

    • @carlosmora599
      @carlosmora599 Pƙed 2 lety +15

      I love when he sings in his langage it's so original

    • @katipangandy7320
      @katipangandy7320 Pƙed 2 lety +2

      agreed......
      amazing kids😎
      amazing voice❀

    • @academylearner6474
      @academylearner6474 Pƙed 2 lety +1

      A2

  • @Jay-rg7fl
    @Jay-rg7fl Pƙed 3 lety +503

    The fact that he didnt win the voice breaks me he 1000% deserved to win, but he still won all of our hearts thou love you broo

    • @khaldowns.fakhouri361
      @khaldowns.fakhouri361 Pƙed 3 lety +21

      I found it odd that Donel didn't win. He was by far the best talent. He increased the ratings and drew a following .

    • @Jay-rg7fl
      @Jay-rg7fl Pƙed 3 lety +16

      @@khaldowns.fakhouri361 exactly, he was robbed 😭

    • @lingiwenyamande3419
      @lingiwenyamande3419 Pƙed 3 lety +17

      I agree 100% but nothing will stop him. He is too gifted.

    • @MrWmJosephSmithIII
      @MrWmJosephSmithIII Pƙed 3 lety

      What did you do to propel him?

    • @dr.gordon420
      @dr.gordon420 Pƙed 3 lety +13

      Listen. My heart fell when he didn’t win. I was waaaay to involved on this journey đŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€Ł

  • @KevGorge86
    @KevGorge86 Pƙed rokem +68

    This kids a star straight up he’s got it all good lookin kid talented crazy good voice stage presence and he’s a family driven respectful young man. I hope this kid gets a record deal from someone if he hasn’t already

    • @MostAdmired67
      @MostAdmired67 Pƙed rokem +7

      Someone posted he didn't win the voice UK but he did immediately get signed.thats awsome

    • @YYC403NOYP
      @YYC403NOYP Pƙed rokem +3

      ​@@MostAdmired67 I believe it was in the middle or somewhere around the time of this competition when he was tapped to perform for the QUEEN. He sang his version of HAPPY. Check the time/date stamp of the video here on CZcams.

  • @seabimotaung2885
    @seabimotaung2885 Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci +9

    The way he sang in Zulu was amazing..didn't even know people in Zim knew Zulu amazing

  • @thatgirlfromktown
    @thatgirlfromktown Pƙed 3 lety +368

    The other 2 judges were like "well, we don't have a chance in getting him" 😂

    • @creativedesignofinteriors3139
      @creativedesignofinteriors3139 Pƙed 3 lety +11

      They didn't even try the old never said nothing

    • @robinnewmanburton
      @robinnewmanburton Pƙed 3 lety +3

      @@creativedesignofinteriors3139 you noticed that too right?? 😂😂

    • @yyhp6rqny
      @yyhp6rqny Pƙed 3 lety +2

      They didn't even try!!đŸ€Ł Four judges were supposed to try to convince him but it came down to two before the other two could even speak!!đŸ€ŁđŸ€Ł

    • @hazelkhan2747
      @hazelkhan2747 Pƙed 3 lety +2

      Hahaha right

    • @fatoumamohamed
      @fatoumamohamed Pƙed 3 lety +3

      They knew so they just sat it out..😂😂

  • @zinhlemabhena8777
    @zinhlemabhena8777 Pƙed 3 lety +674

    Whose still watching this in Aug 2020,Sending you love all the way from Zimbabwe mehnn!!Wish you WeLLđŸ‡żđŸ‡Œâ€

  • @St0neC0ldGaming
    @St0neC0ldGaming Pƙed rokem +15

    His grandma stole the show ❀❀❀ and he's an incredible singer/dancer.

  • @hazelobua664
    @hazelobua664 Pƙed rokem +29

    Loved that he had so much confidence and incorporates his culture in his music đŸ‘đŸœđŸ„°

  • @eseadjarho6144
    @eseadjarho6144 Pƙed 4 lety +1181

    Who else watched it to d end. He is amazing

    • @maymaydokes6657
      @maymaydokes6657 Pƙed 4 lety +7

      Me it so good

    • @rxd_rxses5102
      @rxd_rxses5102 Pƙed 4 lety +10

      Ese Adjarho I didn’t skip once that is pretty rare from me

    • @encantodesol
      @encantodesol Pƙed 4 lety +3

      me, couldnt stop watching!!!!!

    • @stasiaw8878
      @stasiaw8878 Pƙed 4 lety +1

      He is AMAZING IM A FAN

    • @rosdg2794
      @rosdg2794 Pƙed 4 lety +3

      Meeeee I couldn't stop watching even I got into the beat also 😍😍

  • @takudzwachivasa5572
    @takudzwachivasa5572 Pƙed 3 lety +235

    You made us proud bro, Zimbabwe to the world đŸ‡żđŸ‡Œ

  • @silvanalillie4093
    @silvanalillie4093 Pƙed rokem +9

    ABSOLUTLY LOVE the rendition of HAPPY!!! FLAVA on that song, the excitement!!!!

  • @YYC403NOYP
    @YYC403NOYP Pƙed 2 lety +16

    Worth your money to watch his concert. What I like with his song choices is that he's able to fuse seamlessly the African beat / sound with hip hop. Definitely a total performer. This guy should be signed.

  • @daneyrisreynoso8760
    @daneyrisreynoso8760 Pƙed 4 lety +488

    WHY NO ONE'S TALKING ABOUT HOW CUTE HIS LITTLE BROTHER IS? đŸ„ș

  • @camillahargaden733
    @camillahargaden733 Pƙed 5 lety +1562

    I love the fact he put his own roots/culture into the lyrics of his audition , amazingggggg👌👌👌👍👍👍👍

  • @EruvwuObuaya
    @EruvwuObuaya Pƙed 2 lety +17

    I love Donel's energy, I bet he got it from dad and grandma! 😍👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @user-nc7bs4ry2m
    @user-nc7bs4ry2m Pƙed 11 měsĂ­ci +7

    Love him❀ n his grandma too she’s awesome 👏 ❀

  • @kaylaivey4986
    @kaylaivey4986 Pƙed 4 lety +1432

    First off he can sing and dance. Also he is cute like he’s perfect

    • @rooski6355
      @rooski6355 Pƙed 4 lety +10

      Siiss he FOINE 😍

    • @lonn.6845
      @lonn.6845 Pƙed 4 lety +17

      +he has an accent

    • @Akeem-ul9fe
      @Akeem-ul9fe Pƙed 4 lety +8

      No ones perfect

    • @Akeem-ul9fe
      @Akeem-ul9fe Pƙed 4 lety +7

      lilonenatnat_27 everyone has different accents, like me, an American accent.

    • @SilverRoseMMD
      @SilverRoseMMD Pƙed 4 lety +2

      @@Akeem-ul9fe American accents don't really count

  • @SwitsM1
    @SwitsM1 Pƙed 4 lety +682

    Donnel you are a star....and to think you are only 16!! Man,the world awaits you!
    You are making Zimbabwe and Africa proud.
    Love from Kenya.

    • @KhalidKhan-lc3es
      @KhalidKhan-lc3es Pƙed 4 lety +3

      Sureee

    • @not_bout_it
      @not_bout_it Pƙed 4 lety +3

      He's not that good. He's not terrible though. He's young I'm sure with practice he could be something amazing!

    • @KhalidKhan-lc3es
      @KhalidKhan-lc3es Pƙed 4 lety +1

      @@not_bout_it yes

    • @jumarulali5420
      @jumarulali5420 Pƙed 4 lety +1

      Ur nice think....bby

    • @bleue1957
      @bleue1957 Pƙed 4 lety +5

      AFRICA IS THE BEST
      IM FROM ALGERIA ( NORTH AFRICA) ^-^ LOVE YOU😍😍😍

  • @faithfejiro8923
    @faithfejiro8923 Pƙed 2 lety +13

    He is sooooo amazing and he choose a coach that suits his personality and yes he won the show.

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta Pƙed 2 lety +34

    👍Donel is absolutely awesome! 💝
    I didn’t think anyone could make the Happy song any better but he absolutely owned it! 💖

  • @adrianbrown1671
    @adrianbrown1671 Pƙed 3 lety +85

    Nothing like a grandma’s support and blessing😭đŸ„ș❀

  • @RWizTGIA
    @RWizTGIA Pƙed 3 lety +639

    Being a Zimbabwean and watching this boy is just the sweetest thing right now. Will i really appreciate you for sensing the chemistry right from the first 3 words of the audition. 😓tears of joy

  • @ajamusubah8388
    @ajamusubah8388 Pƙed rokem +8

    Donel is born to be a superstar. He has won the hearts and love of people and that's what matters. keep doing what you do best because the world loves and adores you already. Love❀ from The Gambia, West Africa.

  • @queenglowiey
    @queenglowiey Pƙed 3 lety +891

    He’s soooo talented đŸ„ș but nobody’s talking about how good looking he is

  • @Abubakar-iw7ie
    @Abubakar-iw7ie Pƙed 4 lety +3002

    Who is watching to pass time in this corona virus pandemic

  • @hopesingleton6596
    @hopesingleton6596 Pƙed rokem +17

    Man!! I hope this kid has so much success!! ❀

  • @maureenchi8793
    @maureenchi8793 Pƙed 2 lety +17

    I smiled all through watching this. So lovely even watching it 2years after it was posted

  • @n.p.r.2973
    @n.p.r.2973 Pƙed 4 lety +544

    That grandma is adorable, I hope she lives many more years to make her grandchildren happy. God bless.

  • @rhomelwatkins9631
    @rhomelwatkins9631 Pƙed 4 lety +961

    Showing you love from Jamaica well done ma boy..😘😘

  • @florencesanchez4028
    @florencesanchez4028 Pƙed rokem +4

    This16 year old is already a star,He has it all a Beautiful voice he can dress and he can dance wow Awesome,God Blessed him with many qualities,

  • @nimigeorge9744
    @nimigeorge9744 Pƙed 2 lety +12

    He's an absolute star! Bless him and his grandma. ❀

  • @francismuriithi7297
    @francismuriithi7297 Pƙed 4 lety +410

    Damn this guy turned other people's songs to be his even better than the original versions. He's good.

  • @tonid2641
    @tonid2641 Pƙed 4 lety +737

    One of the first times I’ve seen someone be able to express their culture so openly like this and be COMFORTABLE !! I love everything about this & him

    • @arshleykontchou7754
      @arshleykontchou7754 Pƙed 4 lety +2

      Im in love😍

    • @karizma_7357
      @karizma_7357 Pƙed 4 lety +2

      Is this a actual version.. if so I need the name

    • @petar1008
      @petar1008 Pƙed 4 lety

      Search: "Jonna Jinton - Kulning - viking song of the mountains"
      You will love it if you like what you said that you do.

    • @judyjordan6781
      @judyjordan6781 Pƙed 4 lety

      tonilynn danca I burst out crying because I miss my grandma

    • @murielbronson8919
      @murielbronson8919 Pƙed 4 lety +2

      I. Think he. Is. Awesome. And. Grandma. Topped. It. Off

  • @joeyturner7555
    @joeyturner7555 Pƙed 2 lety +9

    This is absolutely Awesome love how you can feel his family love for him God bless and keep him

  • @saraglapa6017
    @saraglapa6017 Pƙed rokem +10

    Love this kid. He should of won, but he won too all his fans. The ending was good with both of them. His grandma is the best❀

  • @sibowekwamanjenjenje7572
    @sibowekwamanjenjenje7572 Pƙed 5 lety +403

    He's cute,smart , intelligent , adorable ,thank you young bro for making us Zimbabweans so so proud â€ïžđŸ‘Œ

    • @vusamlingo9682
      @vusamlingo9682 Pƙed 5 lety +5

      Sibongile Bonadi yes I'm African-American and I so proud of him

    • @tomwalsh4357
      @tomwalsh4357 Pƙed 5 lety +3

      Sibongile Bonadi they are called Zulu’s

    • @shalonvhera199
      @shalonvhera199 Pƙed 5 lety +3

      OMG lm so proud of u u are amazing

    • @gugunatasha9182
      @gugunatasha9182 Pƙed 5 lety +3

      @@tomwalsh4357 no he's Ndebele from Zimbabwe and Zulu's are from south Africa....the language is just similar

    • @virginiahall4030
      @virginiahall4030 Pƙed 5 lety

      He so handsome and gifted!

  • @sandranakamya9241
    @sandranakamya9241 Pƙed 4 lety +330

    I like that he added the African vibe to most of the songs he did