"DUDE that was crrrrrrraaaaazzzyyy!" — The Voice fans react to Renzo's performance

Renzo from The Voice Season 27 | Image via Instagram/ @dennislorenzo
Renzo from The Voice Season 27 | Image via Instagram/ @dennislorenzo

During The Voice Season 27 semi-finals, Renzo Santiago's moving performance of Aerosmith's Dream On left the judges speechless and the audience in a frenzy. The 34-year-old Philadelphia rocker, who was representing Team Legend, rocked the studio to its feet with a powerful performance full of theatrics, vocal grit, and high-pitched notes. It was a risk to take on one of the most vocally demanding rock anthems ever, but Renzo not only met the occasion, he excelled.

Coach John Legend acknowledged the growth Renzo had shown throughout the competition. From early rehearsals to this live performance, Renzo’s journey has been marked by confidence, consistency, and a deep understanding of his vocal strengths. His performance showcased not just technical skill but a natural stage presence that matched the intensity of the song choice.

With the competition heading into its final stretch, Renzo has positioned himself as one of the frontrunners. His performance didn’t just show off his vocal ability—it solidified his reputation as a true performer capable of tackling big moments. As viewers await the results, many believe Renzo’s blend of rock edge and vocal prowess could carry him straight to the finale.

An admirer of The Voice mentioned on X,

"DUDE that was crrrrrrraaaaazzzyyy! renzo killed that song! I really was not expecting that last part oml 😳🔥 #TheVoice"

Another fan shared on social media,

"I have to admit that I was not at all interested in the @NBCTheVoice, but I think #Renzo about to change that after his Aerosmith cover just wow #TheVoice"
"Pausing Knicks talk for a moment: RENZO JUST NAILED DREAM ON HOLY FUCK. HE BETTER WIN #TheVoice," another tweet read.

More fans of The Voice talked about Renzo's semi-finals performance of Dream On by Aerosmith.

A person wrote from his account,

"First time watching #TheVoice and #renzo just killed that "Dream On" by #Aerosmith !!"

A netizen expressed,

"Omg Renzo hit the note!! Making another account to vote for him lol #thevoice"
"Renzo rocking out! He's so charismatic just standing still. Loved his melancholy dragging of the mic stand then ramping up the vocal into the chorus, the head banging, and he KILLED that high falsetto riff. I was waiting, and he didnt disappoint. #TheVoice #VoiceTop12," wrote another X user.

"Three times as good as rehearsal" — The Voice judge John Legend comments on Renzo's Dream On

With his mesmerizing rendition of Aerosmith's Dream On during The Voice Season 27 semifinals, Renzo Santiago made a huge leap. The 34-year-old Philadelphia singer wowed the audience and coaches alike with his soaring vocals and strong stage presence as he sang one of the most famous rock anthems in music history.

"That was like at least three times as good as rehearsal... you just look like you're supposed to be here... on all the stages," said John Legend.

He commended Renzo's transition from rehearsal to performance. He is now unquestionably one of the season's top competitors thanks to his performance.


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Edited by Priscillah Mueni