The Voice 26 Finale Top 5 ranked: How would you rate them?
The Voice season 26 two-part finale kicks off on Monday (12/9) as the Top 5 finalists hit the stage to sing for your votes.
Typically, the finalists sing two songs–a slow and a fast tempo pick. After the episode, America will vote for their favorite singer and a winner will be revealed at the end of Tuesday’s (12/10) Grand Finale. Each of the coaches–Gwen Stefani, Michael Buble, Snoop Dogg, Reba McEntire–have at least ONE artist in the finale. Team Buble has TWO!
Of the remaining singers, who has the best chance to take it all? I rank the five remaining contestants below. Meanwhile, each night’s shows will feature performances and appearances from special guest stars like season 24 winner, Huntley, Kelly Clarkson, Tears for Fears, Carly Pearce and much more. Check out all the details below
The Voice 26 Finale Features Kelly Clarkson, Huntley and more
Now, it’s on with the ranking. How would you rate the Top 5? Let us know in the comments section below.
The Voice 26 Top 5 Ranking
Danny Joseph – Team Reba McEntire
Danny loses some juice this week after needing to sing for the Instant Save, which he obviously won. On top of that, he delivered arguably his weakest performance of the season. Danny needs to strap on his guitar again and show The Voice fans what he’s got. Technically, he’s the weakest vocalist remaining, but he makes up for it with grit, style and passion. Plus, he is a mega talented guitar player.
Jeremy Beloate – Team Snoop Dogg
Jeremy and Snoop are an odd couple, but so far it’s worked! Snoop gives Jeremy the space that he needs and allows him to stay true to himself. But he also advises him on the little things that mean a lot. For his last two outings, Jeremy performed big old fashioned numbers (Impossible Dream, I Who Have Nothing). But he shined earlier in the season with theatrical performances of contemporary songs like “Golden Hour” and “Heartbreak Anniversary.” Maybe it’s time to switch things up.
Sydney Sterlace – Team Gwen Stefani
I rated Sydney dead last ahead of the semi-finals, and then she delivered a show-stopping performance of “when the party’s over” by Billie Eilish and advanced to the Top 5 based on America’s vote. Right now, she’s ahead of both Jeremy and Danny and could come in third place or possibly even second place if she keeps up her momentum. However, she’s a young singer who isn’t as seasoned and confident as the two who, at this point, hold first and second place. Her performances this season have been hit or miss. Song choice is going to matter A LOT for her.
Shye – Team Michael Bublé
Shye is barely 18 years old, but she’s a rare teen who is mature enough to know who they are as an artist. Her vocals feature an arresting quality–an unforgettable deep contralto that she knows how to control. No matter what she sings, she makes the song her own, and brings a depth of feeling every time she hits the stage. If it were up to me, she would win it all. And she might! But I believe she will finish second, or possibly third.
Sofronio Vasquez – Team Michael Bublé
Sofronio has fans. His videos across social media have racked up millions and millions of views. Frankly, he’s left his fellow singers in the dust when it comes to media. However, the singer hails from the Philippines where he has a lot of fans WHO CANNOT VOTE FOR HIM. Much of the traffic to his performance videos are likely international. The numbers could be deceiving. However, the singer can belt out a song like a diva, but still manage to sound fresh. He’s a skilled interpreter when it comes to dynamics and runs. He knows how to sing powerfully, but with nuance. If he wins–and he has an excellent shot–it will not be undeserved.
The Voice season 26 finale airs on Monday Dec 9 at 8 pm ET/PT and Tuesday Dec 10 at 9 pm ET/PT.
