Teen Singer Captivates Crowd with Soulful Ed Sheeran Cover

Thirteen-year-old Chase Varnes brought nothing but his voice and a guitar to the AGT stage—and somehow, that was more than enough. With a soft smile and grounded presence, he introduced himself before launching into a stunning acoustic cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Life Goes On.”

His voice was calm but emotional, capturing the vulnerability of the song with a sincerity that only made it more powerful. Every lyric felt personal, and his guitar playing was smooth and effortless, letting the storytelling shine through.

The judges were clearly impressed by the subtlety of his style. Rather than aiming for drama, Chase delivered something rare—an honest, stripped-back moment of connection. His audition wasn’t about tricks or theatrics. It was about raw feeling.

By the final chorus, the audience had fallen completely silent. And when he finished, the applause said it all. Chase didn’t just sing—he made people feel something.

Watch the full performance here:

Credits: AmericasGotTalent