America’s Got Talent Kevin Skinner Audition Video
UPDATE: Kevin Skinner WINS America’s Got Talent VIDEO
Kevin Skinner is the American Susan Boyle. Just like the British internet sensation, Kevin was first judged by his looks and then shocked the judges of “America’s Got Talent”, David Hasselhoff, Sharon Osbourne and Piers Morgan, with his talent. Kevin is described as an aww-shucks-type unemployed farmer with rumpled clothes and the skin of a man who’s worked outdoors for years.
[video via nbc]
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thankyou kevin you are genuine the real deal america does deserves you. never in more than 50 years did i write a fan letter of any sort until you. i want more kevin skinner. you give me hope and make me proud.suround yourself with good people. along with goood folks i know the wolves are at your door. get a lawyer. love and thanks. a fan
This guy is the real deal. Simple and humble, a heartfelt singer whose singing silenced the audience and held them captive with its beauty….THAT is what this show is all about. I love it when people like him come along and blow everyone away like that. He’s what we need in this overprocessed world of ours, just a simple country guy who can sing and strum and reach right down into your heart and move you like that with his singing and playing style. Kevin, you deserve to go all the way, and I’ll be watching in the weeks to come rooting for you to win it all. Thank you for a breathtakingly beautiful, simple, humble and unaffected performance. You’re just the tonic America needs right now.
Where can I see Kevin’s video ?. I just can not get it to work.
As the saying goes, “Never judge a book by it’s cover”!
I don’t watch the fake “reality” shows but caught this on the internet. Best singer/player I’ve heard in a long time. Don’t let them “package” and ruin you. Get a good agent and lawyer.
Kevin, I cannot stop watching your performance on AGT because you are humble, your mannerisms are slow and peaceful, and your voice is rich and calming, your portrayals filled with sentiment that goes straight to the heart. Please give us all more of your singing–I will buy any CD you record so that I can slowwww downnn as I listen. I love your accent. You are what America needs. Do protect yourself from wolves by getting that lawyer, whether you win this contest or not. (It is only a contest–you’ll have a career.) You’ve been heard and your career will skyrocket now. Please get a website or a fansite–someone help? Always remain your humble self because you are loved just for that–a wonderful combination of true manly beauty and sensitivity. Please don’t polish yourself up. We love you as you are!! But I want MORE of Kevin Skinner. God bless you and reward you for what you give to all of us!!
I wouldn’t listen to a country station on the radio—but YOU were just mesmerizing—I was in tears at the end of your song! Lovely voice and no airs about you at all—you just never know who is catching your chicken dinner. I hope you win—you are the best I have seen on this show!!!
I love you, and your singing, Kevin!
This guy is fantastic. I certainly would not compare him to Susan Boyle. He is a very pleasant looking man who lights up the stage when he sings. He is extraordinarily likeable. I have watched his presentation at least ten times. I don’t think it matters whether he wins — he is on his way to stardom if he sings all songs the way he did this one. I for one have become a fan and wish him the very best.
Kevin you did that song as well as Garth Brooks if not better. You deserve to win this competition. Talent like yours is what country music is all about. None of the big stars have anything on you. You will go far and I will be waiting for your fist CD. Stay as humble as you are. You touched my heart way down deep. BRAVO! Ten Stars**********
No one was laughing AT him they were laughing WITH him
He is funny and meant to be.
But poor Kevin got JINXED with the Piers JINX
“you can win this thing”
isn’t that what he said to Susan B?
Kevin I hope you read all of these well wishes. You are so very talented! Your voice is mesmorizing and I have showed this video to everyone that walks by my computer. I hope you win this competition, but if you don’t I am sure you will become the next big country singer. I looked at your myspace page and from what I can see you are a down to earth person with a lovely family. You and your family desirve this. Goodluck and we are rooting for you!
Way to go Kevin. My husband and I watched the show, then went straight to the DVR to hear it again. Tonight he caught me watching You Tube. The song is lovely, and I enjoy the tone of your voice. Good luck in the competetion, and we will wait for that CD. You said you wrote songs, too… can’t hardly wait …. more to come.
suzy
Kevin, Thank you for sharing your extraordinary talent with our country. We need to hear your voice, it will bring us back to the roots that we seem to be losing. Please always stay true to yourself and your music. I hope your community realizes what a treasure is living among them. I’m looking forward to purchasing your albums. Good luck always.
A star is born. Listened to the clip numerous times. He’s got the right stuff. Good luck Kevin!
i always admire simplicity, he was not ashamed to say to millions of people what he does for a
living. To me thats huge, it showed that he is a caring man. when he sang I was humbled I wanted to hear more. When you have had situations that ment a lot to you and can bring it out
in your talent such as sing, it really shows your heart.
I hope i can see so much more of him.
I am patiently waiting to hear about the release of his first album. My husband wants to sit and have a beer with him. His voice gave us all goose bumbs. Phenominal voice and ability to touch a heart through his voice and emotion for the song. Good luck!!!!!
He’s the next George Strait. I don’t wanna hear him with more than a guitar his voice is that of an angel.
Kevin, you are one of America’s treasures. I have watched the video of your AGT performance over and over and the sheer honesty of you overwhelms me every time. You have a beautiful, calming voice…and I can’t overlook your wonderful guitar playing! But what ALWAYS gets me is your genuine, million-watt smile that reaches up to your eyes and lights up the stage. I hope you never stop smiling. Your singing and your persona bring to my mind Alan Jackson, George Strait, Trace Adkins. There are so few that can simply strum a guitar and sing and make the world stand still for a few minutes. We need more of that and we need more of you. Stay true to yourself and your roots…there is nothing shameful about being a real person and wearing your heart on your sleeve.
dear kevin I have terminal cancer and I was so happy to hear you that I play it all the time and I always listen to those words and you make me so happy.you really make me think.
Kevin,
Just watched your performance and was blown away!!!! What a voice you have and I hope you go all the way hat and all!!!!!!!!!! Texas loves you!!!!
I have your performance on Tivo and just last night I was showing you off to my friends.Hands down you have a talent, surround you with good people and it will be history from there. God bless you.I will definitely be rooting for you. God opposes the proud and gives grace to the humble and you my friend you have found grace.Good luck………
When he said he was a “chicken catcher”, the AGT guy said “chicken catcher?”, like if it was something awful. There’s nothing wrong about you, Kevin. You’re lovely and we can’t help but falling in love with a human being like you. I’ll be waiting for your CD’s too. You got my vote!
I too came from humble beginnings, the big difference is that you have talent. I was totally taken with emotion when I first heard you sing the Garth Brooks song, you definitely raised the bar for Garth Brooks. You are the breath of fresh air that America needs. If someone in the industry does not see your potential, a great loss of talent will never be heard. You have the down home type of personality that should keep you active for many years making music. I will be deeply disappointed if you are not brought to the forefront by honest, repectful people like yourself. I too, like many who have staated, I hope I can see and hear much more of you!!!
i loved your performance kevin! watched it several times & cried each time. very heartfelt… there would be people who would put you down but never fail to believe in yourself. great character with a great talent.. you’re family and friends are so lucky to have you… can’t stop playing your performance over and over again. best of all, i admire your humility.. sharon is right, you’re very very genuine.. you’ve got the whole world watching you now, but stay true to yourself
Kevin skinner , when I heard you sing, the emotions came rushing out. Everyone was making fun of you cause of what they thought of you, you had shut every single person in that room right up. You are so amazing and I would definitly vote for you.. I really would Like to hear more of you.You are truely a blessing. You are a very humble, kind and caring person and I you will make it, don’t let anyone bring you down.
I just caught wind of this. I don’t usually watch AGT, but when I saw the link for Kevin’s clip, I had to take a gander. I thought he was going to be corny, but the more he talked and sang, the more his genuineness and salt-of-the-earth quality shone through. I’m not a fan of country music, but Kevin Skinner has a fan in me so far!
Kevin - you’re the face of real America!
Kevin:
I’ve listened to country for thirty some years. Your performance, voice and personality is what country was based on. I pray to see much more of you. Don’t get caught up in the Hollywood version of country, as you know most of those singers are gone and “just singers” with no heart. The way you are,reminds me of the greats, Waylon, Jones, Cash. Thank you.
I was not from this country originally but always enjoy listening to country muisc. This is the best country piece I have ever listened. It moves me almost in tears. I downloaded it from youtube and watched/listened to it countless times. What a wonderful guy! That voice is like ice-cold champagne going down my throat just after I crossed a desert.
Genuine american, voice, character and looking. I love it. Do not change it a bit. Kevin, stay as you are.
Kevin, I never feel something like that. For five minutes you give me more peace and serenity that many other moments in my life. You invite us to close our eyes and dream. Please give us ,more moments like that !! Give us a CD…!!
This song was written for Kevin to sing. Garth tried, but Kevin made it his own. What a lovely voice - a little like Randy Travis, but with feeling. That Kevin comes from a musical family is no surprise; that he has a brother with a masters in music from Notre Dame - now that tells you that Kevin didn’t fall off the turnip truck on his way from the chicken mill, accidentally winding up on the AGT stage with a beautiful guitar that sounded as rich and mellow as Kevin’s own voice. It shouldn’t have taken Piers 20 seconds because it took me the first chord on that guitar after hearing Kevin’s speaking voice. Kevin, we all cried with you because that’s the depth of the emotion you bring to your music. I sincerely hope that your career is all you’ve worked and hoped for. God bless.
What a guy! I have listened to his rendition many times! He has that special ability to touch hearts through music. Kevin deserves to win-give it to the simple looking guy who has loads of talent! That’s what the show is about. I will be voting for him all the way!!!!!! When is his CD coming out??????
When will people learn not to judge on first appearances. Boy, howdy, I liked him from the first time I saw him.
ATTENTION GARTH BROOKS: You need to find Kevin and make it work. I don’t think anyone has touched so many people the way that he has. SIMPLY AMAZING I just want to crawl up with him and a warm fire on a cool night.
Very very good Kevin. You made me cry. The sound from your voice and guitar was very pleasant and I was captivated with the whole song and the atmosphere was so gentle and I felt you were such a sweet kind soul. It sure reflected in your music. I am from Canada..but if I could vote..you would be it. When YOU MAKE YOUR FIRST Cd…I will buy it.
You do yourself…family ..community proud. If you make a CD of gospel music I sure would buy that too..
Waiting to hear more. You are not susan boyle…as u two have different style of music..but the two of you are just what the world needs. you have your sweet special talent and she has hers.
God bless you Kevin…
Kevin, Don Williams is my favorite singer, but believe me, you are his equal. Stay the way you
are and don’t get caught up in that modern singing. I am originally from Germany and listen to
country music all the time.
kevin, as a song writer, that loves to fish, play guitar, write songs and knows what hard work is all about. I respect you, for you being you. I’m the same way. I don’t pretend to be something I’m not and never will. America loves you for you. You don’t need a (make over.) Stay true to your heart and the rest of the world will wish they could be more like you. the laughter about you being a chicken catcher! to me there is no job beneath a person to earn a living to provide for their family. I wish the very best for you. Your life as you knew it, is about to change forever. Live it wisely
Kevin, you have made Kentucky proud!!!! I live in southcentral KY and I’m as “country” as you are.
I have watched the video of you singing, “If Tomorrow Never Comes” and you sang it with so much feeling! That is my favorite Garth Brooks song and you did a fantastic job on it! I could listen to your singing over and over, so YES, I agree with the others…I can’t wait until you have a CD I can buy! Please don’t ever change your style of singing and stay as “country” as you are…I love it! May God bless and keep you in his care and I wish you all the best with your singing! And keep playing that same guitar!!!… the sound is beautiful!!! Lots of luck to you from a new fan!!!
You better win this show for all your fans kevin!!!! we believe in you and we all hope you win!
I thought you were great being a country girl myself I can relate. A real country guy with a heartfelt song that blowed everyone away. Looking foward to more.
Here I am again! I just can’t stop listening to you sing and watching the video. Just you and your guitar….that’s all you need….the sound of perfection! I agree with other fans that you are in the same category with Waylon, Jones, Cash, Alan Jackson and George Strait…the BEST OF THE VERY BEST! You don’t have to GET there…YOU, my friend, are ALREADY there…and to THINK…this is only the BEGINNING for you. My Goodness! You’re a great singer—–AND—-guitar player! I love the sound! I wish you the best of luck on AGT and forever! God bless you!
hey kevin i love tht song ya did..im from kentucky to..an when i seen all the ppl laughin i thought oh god plez be good..an u did..u blew everyone away even the judges..i hope u do more singing i would totally buy it..keep up the good work..
WOWOWOWOWOWOW, you really amazed me when I saw and heard you sing!!!! If and when you make a CD, I will be right along with the other people in line to buy one! YOUR GREAT!!! Keep up the great work!!! Hopfully you won’t have to do to much chicken farming now with the talent you have!
BEST WISHES TO YOU and YOUR SINGING!!!!!
You are a true country singer and I agree with the others about you being right along with George Strait, Johnny Cash, Waylon, etc.!
loved your singing Kevin..keep it up,your great..huggz Jenny
Kevin, you blew us all away with your audition! You have a special talent to reach inside our souls with your voice. You have what it takes to be HUGE! I would buy your CD. I would love to hear you sing Alan Jackson’s “Remember When”. I wish you continued success on AGT, bu no matter what, you are already a star. I am sure the agents are lining up already to sign you on.
Kevin, You are a beautiful man, inside and out. Please don’t ever stop singing and remember to never change who you are. You are a treasure. I pray that you win this talent contest and reap the benefits of your amazing voice and your sincere and honest personality.
Prepare yourself to receive many marriage proposals whether you are married or not!!
Always stay the Kevin Skinner the entire country loves right now.
All the best…
Kevin, I listen to you every time I sit before my computer. Your voice and playing touches my heart and brings tears. I have sent your audition to everybody in my address book. I agree with other suggestions that you should get an agent and an attorney who are trustworthy and will guard your interests. I don’t want you to have someone who will take advantage of your abilities and financial interests for their own purposes. I have voted all that I was allowed, and hope I get to continue to vote for you in the finals. You are already No. 1 with me. If you aren’t chosen No. 1 - heaven forbid - head directly to Nashville! God bless you and keep you in the days ahead. Every good wish for your success. Can’t wait for a CD.
The first time i saw this I cried, and again just now, this guy is AMAZING! BRAVO
Kevin Skinner, me encanta tu voz… me hiciste llorar… Sigue así… Vas a ganar este concurso ya que lo mereces… eres original, sensible y humilde…con tu actitud vas lejos…Buscate un buen gente y un buen abogado….Acesorate muy bien …muchas Bendiciones para ti y que Dios te Bendiga.
Kevin, you’re just one state away from mine, West Virginia, and I was doing what you are doing now but at a younger age. I didn’t pursue my dreams, but am still singing in the chour at church and my son Curt is now one of the Mushingum Valley Boys and sings and plays the guitar. You must keep on going andusing your beautiful voice that God gave you, and I am praying that you win this competition with both thumbs “UP”! I listen to your song on video, and am harmonizing with you. Good luck Kevin. Our family loves and recognizes your talent.
I LIKE Kevin Skinner Have sentence words of song if my time on each were through she must face this word without me ——I wish you every success in the future, You are worthy success. one Chinese boy
Kevin,
You are truly amazing! Never have I seen such a genuine person and genuine talent. Don’t let this fame and fortune change you, because I know it is coming your way! You ARE the “Real Deal.” Good luck to you.
Sheila from Florida
Kevin,
like cold watermelon on a hot summer day,
like a first kiss from the girl you love,
like a cold beer after a long day of rustling cows.
like riding a motorcycle on a country road with the wind cutting through ones hair.
like a butterfly among caterpillars.
love you voice love your music. cant get enough of it.
you are so country real take it and run for your dream dont change
nothing about yourself you have my vote youl please vote for him
kevin skinner you are a godsend. your voice generates massive goosebumps on my body everything about you is awesome i would give anything to be the woman of your dreams stars come and go but you you will remain in the hearts of simple country girls like me for the rest of our lives when you smiled on AGT my heart melted and i cried when you sang you more then touched me you owned me WOW i have never felt that before i thank you so much for letting me be witness to your gift i would love to met you
Kevin,
I HOPE YOU READ MY COMMENTS
let me tell you that you are a real deal, I have watched your videos several times, I know that “If tomorrows never comes” touched and made a lot of people cry when you did your audition.
I was driving home after work on July 1st, the day of your audition, my girlfriend was watching you on AGT,(she is from Ohio, Country Girl) the next day she told me at work that she taped something for me.I went to her house after work the next day, we watched your audition and you made me cry, since then, I keep watching your auditions on AGT, I starting listening to country music when I meet her and I actually like it, as of today with your music and performances “I LOVE IT”
Last weekend we went to Las Vegas NV,days before our trip I told my girlfriend that I wanted to buy me a guitar, Likely me when we were in the hotel I played a game and the prizes were guitars, guess what Kevin, I won a guitar, which makes me more happy to practice when I am listening to your songs.
Kevin, you deserve to win this competition people like you are hard to find, especially with the talent that you have brother.
Kevin, you are not making Kentucky proud only !!! you are making our Country proud with the talent that you have,
Honestly Kevin, how many chickens did you catched in one night?
Kevin, God bless you and every good wish for your success
from Lake Forest, Ca
[...] two Kevin Skinner and Barbara Padilla are waiting for the final results… *drum roll please*… America has voted and the winner is Kevin [...]
Kevin,
I’ve never seen a singing performance touch so many people as when you sang “If Tomorrow Never Comes.” I’m fixin’ to watch the video again. I know that it brought tears to MY eyes! I’m so glad that you won! I stood up and almost cried when they announced your name. My Country music loving son reacted happily, as well. America loves you, and we can’t wait to buy your first CD. Don’t forget to include San Antonio, TX on your concert tour list! Here’s wishing you a long and successful career!
How refreshing, just amazing talent. goes straight to one’s heart. God Bless you and hope your future is nothing but happiness and success!!!!
KENTUCKY’S PRIDE……..KEVIN SKINNER
Oh my GOSH. The people who voted for him could not really think that Kevin could sing, could they? I have to believe that they voted because of him being a ‘good ole country boy’. He really can’t sing at all, compare him to the opera singer. I feel sorry for all of you goofs that voted for him. Let’s be real here, would you actually pay to see this man sing? I think he’s a nice enough shy type guy but he has limited singing ability. A show in Vegas, that’s going to be a bust for sure.
YOUr right kevin was NOT the best voice on the show for sure…BUT..there was something magical that happend on the show. Kevin touched people’s hearts and soul. It is the whole picture that you don’t get to to see often. I love his heart and how he sings the songs. He keeps my attention right from the very start. I know that Barbara and others had better voices than Kevin’s…but he was destined to win the show…and sometimes we can’t always say why we love somone and touches our hearts…but some how Kevin did. He is that special person this year. Barbara and all others in the top 10 will get some kind of contract and will fullfill their goals and dreams. I loved the Texas Tenors too…and would not have been upset if they won and Barbara as well. But the chips fell to Kevin and I am so happy it has happend for him and his family. I pray they will stay strong and keep close together. Well I have said lots on this issue of Kevin winning so I will give the floor to someone else..who may agree or disagree what I have said..but that is ok too. God bless you Kevin and your wonderful family too. I am Canadian and here many of the folks this way wanted Kevin to win..but they would have been ok with Barbara winning or anyone else.
Mr. Skinner,
I applaud you. I’ve never watched the show until I saw you on it. My thoughts were the same as the rest of America when I saw you walk out on stage. I said to myself, God I hope he’s good! You proved me right! Thank you for being true to yourself! You are truly a blessed man. Humble and sincere and with an enormous talent that we all needed to see and hear! I knew from the moment I heard you sing that you were going to win the competition. Thank you for sharing your “blessed” talent with all of America. Stay true to yourself and your family! I wish you all the best. God Bless you!