The first Golden Buzzer of the 2025 Britain’s Got Talent series has been awarded to Vinnie McKee, but not all viewers were impressed with his performance.
Vinnie, 29, took to the stage in Blackpool with a reimagined version of I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers, transforming the upbeat classic into a heartfelt ballad. While his emotional take on the song captivated the judges and live audience, many fans at home were less enthusiastic.
Social media was flooded with mixed reactions. Some praised his powerful vocals, while others criticized the slowed-down arrangement, arguing that it took away from the song’s energy. One viewer commented, “No, no, no. Good voice but ruining that song,” while another added, “What does singing the song like this add? Sing it properly!”
Despite the backlash, Simon Cowell was left stunned by Vinnie’s performance. As the crowd erupted, urging the judges to hit the Golden Buzzer, Simon gave in to the excitement and awarded Vinnie a fast-track spot in the semi-finals.
With such a polarizing audition, all eyes will be on Vinnie to see if he can win over his critics in the next round.
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