Alabama Singer Alexia Jayy Dominates 'The Voice' Semifinals

Jayy's powerful cover of Aretha Franklin's 'I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)' earns her a spot in the finals.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:33am

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Alexia Jayy, a 31-year-old singer from Mobile, Alabama, delivered an outstanding performance of Aretha Franklin's classic song on 'The Voice' semifinals, earning high praise from the celebrity coaches and securing a spot in the show's finale. Jayy's soulful and emotional rendition of the song wowed the audience and left the judges in awe of her vocal prowess, with Adam Levine, her coach, declaring her 'the best singer ever' and a 'true master'.

Why it matters

Alexia Jayy's success on 'The Voice' highlights the continued popularity and influence of the show in discovering and showcasing talented singers from across the country. Her performance also pays tribute to the enduring legacy of Aretha Franklin, the 'Queen of Soul,' and demonstrates the power of music to transcend genres and generations.

The details

During the two-hour semifinals episode, Jayy took the stage and delivered a 'spectacular' cover of Aretha Franklin's 'I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You).' Her powerful vocals, emotional delivery, and charismatic stage presence impressed the celebrity coaches, with Adam Levine, John Legend, and Kelly Clarkson showering her with effusive praise. Levine, Jayy's coach, declared her 'the best singer ever' and a 'true master,' while Clarkson and Legend also expressed their admiration for Jayy's artistry and talent.

  • Alexia Jayy competed in the semifinals of 'The Voice' on Monday, April 14, 2026.
  • The Season 29 finale of 'The Voice' will air on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Alexia Jayy

A 31-year-old singer from Mobile, Alabama, who is a contestant on the 29th season of 'The Voice.' Jayy is known for her powerful vocals, emotional delivery, and charismatic stage presence.

Adam Levine

Jayy's coach on 'The Voice,' who has praised her as 'the best singer ever' and a 'true master' of her craft.

Aretha Franklin

The legendary 'Queen of Soul' whose song 'I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)' Jayy covered during the semifinals.

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What they’re saying

“Alexia has a tone that is masterful. It's soulful. She is one of the most spectacular singers that I have ever heard in my life.”

— Adam Levine, Jayy's Coach on 'The Voice'

“I have been looking forward to this moment for so long. I love this song so much. It is ingrained in me since I was very, very young. And I'm telling you what, I don't like anyone singing it. And you can sing it every damn day. Like, you are so gifted.”

— Kelly Clarkson, Celebrity Coach on 'The Voice'

“Alexia, I just love you so much. I think you're so wonderful. You exude so much creative energy and positive energy. You're elegant and cool at the same time. Classy and fashionable, and rock 'n' roll and soulful. You're an artist's artist. And I absolutely love you, Alexia.”

— John Legend, Celebrity Coach on 'The Voice'

What’s next

The audience will vote again on Tuesday's episode to determine the winner of Season 29 of 'The Voice.' Alexia Jayy is one of the four finalists competing for the title.

The takeaway

Alexia Jayy's standout performance on 'The Voice' showcases the continued power of the show to discover and elevate talented singers from across the country. Her emotional and soulful rendition of the Aretha Franklin classic has earned her a spot in the finale, cementing her status as a rising star and a true artist's artist.