{"id":390,"date":"2026-02-04T00:05:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T00:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dgopre.com\/?p=390"},"modified":"2026-02-04T00:05:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T00:05:25","slug":"13-year-old-chase-varnes-wins-over-the-judges-with-life-goes-on-by-ed-sheeran-agt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dgopre.com\/?p=390","title":{"rendered":"13-Year-Old Chase Varnes Wins Over The Judges With “Life Goes On” by Ed Sheeran | AGT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\ud83c\udf1f CHASE VARNES: A SUPERSTAR IN THE MAKING ON AGT !<\/strong> \ud83c\udf1f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can we just take a moment to talk about the incredible talent that is 13-year-old Chase Varnes<\/strong>? \ud83c\udfb8 If you haven’t seen his audition on America\u2019s Got Talent yet, stop what you are doing and go watch it right now! This young man from a farm just proved that big dreams can come from anywhere, and sometimes, all you need is a second chance to show the world what you\u2019re truly made of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\ude9c From the Farm to the Big Stage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chase walked onto the AGT stage with a humble charm that immediately won over the audience. Living on a farm, you might expect him to be out in the fields, but Chase has been focused on his craft since he was just four years old, starting behind a drum kit! \ud83e\udd41 What\u2019s even more impressive? He taught himself how to play the guitar only two years ago. Talk about dedication!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Simon asked him what his dream was, Chase gave the most heartwarming answer: “The dream is to play on a world stage and make people happy.” \ud83c\udf0e\u2764\ufe0fAt just 13, he already understands the power of music and its ability to spread joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb6 The Turning Point: A Lesson in Resilience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chase\u2019s journey during the audition wasn’t a straight line to success. He started with a song that, while sweet, didn’t quite hit the mark for Simon Cowell. Simon, known for his “brutal honesty,” stopped the performance. He admitted he didn’t love the song choice, but he saw something special in Chase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is where Chase showed us what he\u2019s really made of. Instead of letting the nerves get the best of him, he took a deep breath, switched gears, and performed “Life Goes On” by Ed Sheeran<\/strong>. \ud83c\udfa4\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The difference was night and day! The moment he started singing those lyrics\u2014“Tell me how my life goes on…”<\/em>\u2014the atmosphere in the room changed. You could feel the emotion, the raw talent, and the potential of a future pop icon. Even the judges couldn’t help but notice the resemblance to a young Justin Bieber! \ud83d\udc71\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\ud83c\udfa4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2696\ufe0f The Judges’ Verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The voting process was a total emotional rollercoaster:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Heidi Klum<\/strong> was the first to give him a big “YES!”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sofia Vergara<\/strong> followed suit, giving him his second “YES,” noting how much better the second song was.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Howie Mandel<\/strong> was the tough critic, feeling that Chase might need another year to build up his confidence and gave him a “no.”\ud83d\ude31<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The pressure was all on Simon Cowell<\/strong>. The crowd was chanting, the tension was high… and then Simon spoke. He acknowledged Chase’s genuine love for music and the incredible connection he had with the audience. With a smile, Simon gave him the final “YES” needed to move forward! \ud83e\udd73\ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u2728 Why We Love This Audition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Chase Varnes is a “diamond in the rough”. He reminds us that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Self-teaching is a superpower.<\/strong> \ud83c\udfb8<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Nerves are natural<\/strong>, but they don’t have to stop you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Resilience is key.<\/strong> When one song doesn’t work, sing another! \ud83c\udfb6<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Authenticity wins.<\/strong> His desire to make people happy shone through every note.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      We are so excited to see how Chase grows throughout the competition. With three yeses in his pocket and a whole lot of heart, the sky is the limit for this young star! \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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