As Ansley embarked on her rendition of Aretha Franklinβs βThink,β judge Simon Cowell unexpectedly halted her performance, expressing disdain for the background music, which he deemed βhorrible, horrible.β
After a brief pause, Cowell proposed that Ansley proceed without any musical accompaniment. Although initially taken aback, she graciously accepted, even indulging in a sip of water from Cowellβs cup, playfully dubbed βmagic water.β The audience and judges rallied behind her with resounding applause.
Buoyed by newfound confidence, Ansley commenced singing the song with the finesse and composure of a seasoned professional.
Her performance captivated all four judges, eliciting unanimous βyesβ votes and securing her advancement to the next round.