Dylan wowed Britain’s Got Talent judges and viewers with his audition on Sunday night (Picture: ITV)
Britain’s Got Talent youngster Dylan has left the nation stunned by his incredible vocals with many predicting that he could go on to win the series.
The 12-year-old singer from London took to the stage on Sunday night to perform Beyonce’s hit Listen for judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, and Amanda Holden.
Before getting underway with his performance, Dylan revealed his hopes of spending the £250,000 prize money on making an album and a trip to America.
And just seconds into his rendition, it became clear that his dreams could soon become a reality.
All four panellists were blown away by Dylan’s voice and were on their feet by the end of the track, with the crowd also giving him a standing ovation.
The 12-year-old performed a rendition of Beyonce’s Listen, earning him a spot in the next round (Picture: ITV)
Sharing her reaction, a shocked Alesha said: ‘Wow, I think I spent most of that audition just gobsmacked.
‘I wasn’t expecting not only an incredible tone, but your technique is off the scale. It was phenomenal. You are 12 years old, wow, what a find Dylan.’
Amanda echoed Alesha’s praise and added: ‘My favourite thing when we do Britain’s Got Talent is just to see a sort of gorgeous, unassuming, humble person on the stage who then completely knocks it out the park, and that was you. I mean, flawless.’
Simon was just as impressed and gladly offered compliments. ‘like your personality,’ he said.
‘You picked up one of the most iconic most difficult songs to sing as your first audition. It wasn’t perfect, but no audition is perfect, and I think it says a lot about you.’
He added: ‘I really like you.’
Unsurprisingly, then, the judges all voted for Dylan to go through to the next round.
Dylan’s audition was also a huge hit with viewers at home, including Good Morning Britain weather presenter Alex Beresford.
He tweeted: ‘Dylan on @BGT just killed it!!!!! What a voice and he’s 12💥💥💥💥💥💥.’
Another said: ‘Dylan: WOW!!!!!!!!! Dylan is brilliant. For someone who is only 12 years old his vocal range and power is incredible. So controlled and his voice flows well. Listen is such a huge song, but he did it justice. Well done Dylan that was INCREDIBLE!!!!!’
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Also applauding his efforts, a third added: ‘Dylan was outstanding, unbelievable performance.. could win the show.’
Does the Britain’s Got Talent 2023 crown have Dylan’s name on it? Only time will tell…
Britain’s Got Talent continues on Saturday at 8pm at on ITV1.
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Viewers are predicting he could go on to win the series.