The 2020 finalist of Season 3 of Britain’s Got Talent sang a performance of “Proud Mary,” a 1970s R&B and soul hit by Ike & Tina Turner, while on tour. She moved to the music while performing in a crimson gown with the Sould Nation Choir, to the passionate applause of the audience.
From the moment the first notes hit, the atmosphere is charged with excitement. Susan’s commanding stage presence and vocal strength shine brightly, as she effortlessly captures the spirit of this iconic rock anthem. Backed by the powerful harmonies and dynamic energy of the Soul Nation Choir, the performance becomes a high-energy celebration that has the audience clapping, dancing, and singing along.
When the track picked up tempo, Boyle began to riff energetically. She and the chorus then teased that the performance was over before promptly picking things up again, and then they all hit a triumphant finishing note.
The synergy between Susan and the choir is magnetic, their voices blending seamlessly to create a wall of sound that fills every corner of the venue. Susan’s passion and enthusiasm are palpable, proving that she can handle not just ballads but also powerhouse anthems with equal finesse. It’s a performance that leaves the audience exhilarated, a testament to Susan’s versatility and her ability to surprise and delight even after years in the spotlight.
What to know about “Proud Mary” by Tina Turner
Originally by the blues-rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, Turner’s 1970 version of the song, which heavily revamped the original tempo and structure, remains one of her biggest hits to date. It reached the number 4 position on the Billboard Hot 100, and won a Grammy Award for best R&B vocal performance by a Group.
Susan Boyle attends the America’s Got Talent: The Champions Finale at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on October 17, 2018 in Pasadena, California; Tina Turner performs onstage at the World Music Theater, Tinley Park, Illinois, June 28, 1997.
