Sofronio Vasquez - A Filipino Talent Breaking Barriers on The Voice

Reviewed by:  Tripta Naveen

Written by:  Tabish Sultan

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Sofronio wowed the coaches during his blind audition with "I’m Goin’ Down" by Mary J. Blige. His soulful voice impressed everyone, showing he has great talent and lots of potential to grow.

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1. Amazing Blind Audition

Getting a four-chair turn on The Voice is really hard, but Sofronio did it! Snoop Dogg was the first to turn, followed by Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, and Gwen Stefani. This showed how special his talent truly is.

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2. Four-Chair Turn

Before The Voice, Sofronio became popular online. His cover of "That’s What Friends Are For" got 9 million views on Facebook and over 1 million on TikTok. This made him well-known before his journey on the show began.

3. Viral Fame

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Sofronio is from the Philippines, where singing is a big part of life and culture. He has joined local singing competitions before and brings his rich culture to the stage, connecting with fans who support him.

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4. Filipino Roots

Sofronio is not new to competitions. He competed on the Filipino show Tawag ng Tanghalan in 2019 and finished in third place. This experience helped him gain confidence for his exciting time on The Voice.

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5. Competition Experience

Though Sofronio studied dentistry, his love for music won in the end. While preparing for dental exams, he decided to follow his music dreams, inspired by his father’s deep passion for singing and joy.

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6. Chose Music Over Dentistry

Sofronio grew up with many challenges, lacking many comforts like a proper bed. Despite this, he describes his childhood as happy, thanks to music. His father, who has passed away, inspires him to chase his dreams.

7. Joyful Upbringing

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After moving to Utica, New York, Sofronio has received amazing support from his local community. His journey on The Voice has united many fans who cheer for his success and celebrate all his achievements.

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8. Community Support

During The Voice, Sofronio got to perform with Sting, an iconic musician. This was a dream come true for him, especially since Sting is popular in the Philippines, making it a truly unforgettable experience.

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9. Dream Performance

Sofronio Vasquez is the first Filipino to reach the finale of The Voice. His inspiring journey shows that with talent, hard work, and dedication, dreams can come true, and fans are excited to see how far he will go.

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