Allie Rae impressed The Voice coaches with her performance of Lainey Wilson’s “4x4xU” during Season 30’s Cut Week. The 15-year-old Team Riley Green singer showed off her powerful vocals and growing stage confidence, earning praise from Kelly Clarkson and a special comparison to country legend Reba McEntire from her coach. However, Green did not select her for the Live Shows, leaving Allie Rae hoping viewers will vote her into the competition as the final Top 13 artist.
Riley Green Compares Allie Rae to Reba McEntire
Allie Rae took on “4x4xU” by Lainey Wilson during one of the most important rounds of the season. With more than half of the remaining contestants facing elimination, the young singer needed to deliver a memorable performance.
She confidently handled the song’s high notes and showed impressive stage presence despite being just 15 years old.
Kelly Clarkson was surprised by her talent and maturity.
“Oh my gosh, girl, you are 15 years old. That is crazy,” Clarkson said. “Regardless of what happens right now, you are so far ahead of the game, you are going to be incredible.”
Riley Green was equally impressed with his young artist and compared her to one of country music’s biggest stars.
“Allie Rae, I loved it. Everything about it was great, like a little mini Reba. You’re so fierce. We got to see the best version of you in that performance. I really loved it,” Green said.
The coach also pointed out how much she had improved since her Blind Audition, especially in her confidence and stage presence.
“Allie Rae’s definitely grown from her blind and in a short period of time too, she’s only 15 years old, but her stage presence doesn’t feel that way,” he added.
Clarkson also described Allie Rae as a “natural born little storyteller,” praising the young singer’s ability to connect with a song.
Allie Rae Needs America’s Vote to Reach the Live Shows
Despite receiving strong feedback, Allie Rae was not among the three artists Green selected for his team. He advanced Cade Mower and Ferryn & Brinkley automatically before choosing Joe Henley for his final spot.
However, Allie Rae’s journey is not necessarily over. She is among the 16 contestants competing for the Cut Week Favorite spot. Viewers can vote for one artist to join the 12 coach-selected singers and complete the Top 13.
The final result will be revealed when the Live Shows begin on November 9.
The Voice Fans Beg for Allie Rae to Get the Final Spot
Following her performance, many viewers took to social media to praise Allie Rae and urge others to vote for her. Some also questioned why Green did not choose her for one of his first two spots.
“Someone pick her up first is a genius!! She is already a complete package at 15!!!” one fan wrote.
Another viewer argued, “Allie Rae and Joe should have been his top 2 picks with the others competing.”
“I voted for her to be the 13th contestant! She is amazing,” another person commented.
One fan also predicted a bright future for the teenager, writing, “She has nothing to worry about. She will make it with or without The Voice. She has an amazing voice.”
Others believed her talent would take her far beyond the competition, with one viewer saying, “Someone should sign this little girl soon. She is the NEXT BIG THING in COUNTRY MUSIC.”
Whether or not Allie Rae earns the final spot, her Cut Week performance has clearly made an impression on viewers. Fans will find out if their votes are enough to bring the young country singer back when The Voice returns November 9 at 9 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
