A young contestant created a remarkable transformation on the Britain’s Got Talent stage when nine-year-old Immi Davis delivered a powerful interpretation of “I Put a Spell on You.” The linked full-performance video was published in May 2022 and has since attracted more than 13.7 million views, demonstrating the audition’s lasting popularity online.
Before the music began, Immi appeared cheerful and relaxed. Once she started singing, however, her expression, vocal tone and stage presence became dramatically more intense. Her bold delivery created an unexpected contrast between her young age and the mature blues-and-soul character of the song.
Britain’s Got Talent later described her as a nine-year-old “powerhouse” and highlighted her cover of the Screamin’ Jay Hawkins classic as a performance that left the show spellbound.
Her Britain’s Got Talent Dream Began Years Earlier
Immi’s appearance on the famous stage was not a sudden or accidental opportunity. According to her official website, she began submitting online applications to Britain’s Got Talent when she was five years old and continued applying each year. Her breakthrough arrived in 2021, shortly after her ninth birthday, when she attended an audition in London and progressed to meet the show’s producers.
Her televised audition was recorded at The London Palladium on January 17, 2022. She selected “I Put a Spell on You,” a song she had already been singing since she was seven. Years of practice helped her perform confidently in front of a large theater audience and the show’s celebrity judges.
The preparation was immediately visible. Rather than simply singing the melody, Immi brought theatrical expression and personality to the number. She appeared to understand the song’s dramatic mood and delivered it with an intensity that made the performance feel much larger than a typical child-singer audition.
Four Yes Votes and a Standing Ovation
The judges and audience responded enthusiastically. Immi received a standing ovation and four yes votes, allowing her to continue in the competition. Her official biography says the performance also generated widespread attention and comparisons to singers known for distinctive vintage vocal styles.
The audition succeeded because it surprised viewers without relying on elaborate staging or special effects. A nine-year-old contestant stood alone with a microphone and used her voice, confidence and personality to command one of Britain’s best-known entertainment stages.
Although she did not receive a Golden Buzzer, Immi earned a place in the live semi-finals of Britain’s Got Talent Series 15.
A Dramatic Return in the Semi-Finals
For her semi-final appearance, Immi performed “River” by Bishop Briggs at London’s Eventim Apollo. The official Britain’s Got Talent channel described her as a small performer with a giant voice who delivered an epic interpretation of the song.
Her performance featured dancers who also played drums. After concerns that the percussion had made her singing difficult to hear clearly, Simon Cowell asked her to perform part of the song again without accompaniment. Immi responded with an a cappella section that earned another standing ovation.
She did not advance to the final, but reaching the semi-finals was already a major achievement. Her official website states that she finished among the final 15 acts after approximately 100,000 initial applications.
Why the Audition Remains Popular
Immi Davis’ audition contains the kind of unexpected contrast that makes talent-show videos highly shareable. Viewers initially see a young child preparing to sing, but within moments they are watching a confident vocalist deliver a dramatic classic with a strong retro tone.
The performance also represents years of commitment. Immi had practiced regularly, performed publicly and repeatedly applied for an opportunity on Britain’s Got Talent before finally reaching the London Palladium stage.
The video’s continued success shows that audiences remain fascinated by performers who challenge expectations. More than four years after the audition, the linked upload had surpassed 13 million views and continued attracting viewers discovering her performance for the first time.
Continuing Her Musical Journey
Immi continued pursuing music after Britain’s Got Talent by performing at festivals, public events and well-known London locations such as Leicester Square, Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square. Her official website also says she has built an online following of more than 500,000 people.
She later began releasing original music, including “New Day” in 2024, “World of Dreams” and “Out There” in 2025, and “Storm” in February 2026.
For many viewers, however, “I Put a Spell on You” remains the performance that introduced Immi Davis to a worldwide audience. She entered the stage as a hopeful nine-year-old and left as one of the season’s most memorable young vocalists.
Her audition proved that an unforgettable performance does not depend on age. It depends on preparation, confidence and the courage to take control of the stage when the opportunity finally arrives.
