Walking and introducing herself for America’s Got Talent is Brooke Simpson. She is part of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe, and is 100% Native American. She loves where she comes from, a small town where everyone is family.
Her family is the reason she sings since music is a big part of her culture. Every third weekend of April their tribe has a festival celebrating themselves with singing and dancing.
She says her people are so often erased from the conversation. Tears welled up in her eyes as she said she wants to make sure they won’t be forgotten again.
Onto the stage she walks and talks to the judges. She reveals it has been her dream to sing for Simon Cowell, and her big dream is to be the first indigenous pop star in order to be a role model for the next generations.
Her husband plays on the piano for her performance. She sings “Cuz I Love You” by Lizzo. Her voice is filled with absolute confidence, passion, and power. The crowd cheers for her as she belts out the song effortlessly.
The crowd and judges give her a well-deserved standing ovation. Sofia was first to speak and said she was jealous of how much fun she had on stage. Each of the judges only had great things to say about her and her voice.
Each of the judges gives her a yes and she gives a big bow. Then she and her husband exit the stage while holding hands. Her husband lifts her off the ground as they leave the venue, spinning with joy.
