Seven-Year-Old Shaney-Lee Delivers an Unbelievably Cute Rendition of “Take Me Home, Country Roads”

At just 7 years old, Shaney-Lee Pool captured hearts with his irresistibly charming rendition of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” on The Voice Kids, amassing 63 million views. This young Bristolian effortlessly engaged the audience, serenading them with his pure, heavenly voice through the John Denver hit.

British pop sensation Pixie Lott was so impressed by Shaney-Lee’s performance that she turned her chair, welcoming him onto the UK edition of the show. Shaney-Lee, a fervent country music enthusiast, hails from a farm close to Bristol Airport, home to a variety of animals, including his beloved Shetland pony Bobby Brown, which he famously rode to the studio, as seen in the video.

During his audition interview, Shaney-Lee expressed his passion for country and Western tunes, mentioning a memorable live performance by Kenny Rogers he attended two years earlier. Music is deeply ingrained in his life, as he enjoys listening to tunes on the radio, at his grandmother’s house, and on YouTube. His parents, Shane and Tamara, are his staunchest fans, with Shane expressing immense pride in his son’s musical talent and the recognition he receives.

Shaney-Lee’s stage presence is undeniable, instantly getting the audience on their feet with his performance. His post-performance interview was just as endearing, winning over the judges and the crowd alike. For an extra dose of adorableness, Shaney-Lee’s battle round performance features him singing “ABC” by The Jackson 5 with Lilia Slattery and Jimmy Rey.

Despite his journey on The Voice Kids ending in the battle round against top six finalist Lilia Slattery, Shaney-Lee’s maturity and confidence shine through, earning him admiration from many, including his mother who admires his self-assurance and precociousness.

Shaney-Lee approached his blind audition with a clear strategy: smile, dance, manage the microphone, and tap his foot. His approachable and engaging performance style clearly resonated with both the live audience and online viewers.

Shaney-Lee’s take on “Take Me Home, Country Roads” was skillfully adapted to suit his young voice, distinguishing it from Denver’s original tenor version. The song, a defining hit for Denver, achieved Platinum status in the US and double Platinum in the UK, featured on his fourth album “Poems, Prayers & Promises.” It continues to be Denver’s most celebrated song, with a significant lead in Spotify streams over his other hits.