Shy America’s Got Talent winner Michael Grimm wasn’t ready for the fame in 2010. But now he’s back and fighting for a 2nd chance with a fantastic performance of ‘I’d Rather Go Blind’.
We first met Michael Grimm back in 2010 when he competed to become the America’s Got Talent winner during the fifth season.
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Michael was raised by his grandparents and we learned that prior to his appearance, he performed in dive bars.
For Michael Grimm, AGT was just a chance to get a little exposure. But he gained so much more when he was crowned champion over runner up Jackie Evancho.
"It all happened all at once. It was big, it was quick — It all came like a freight train,” the 2010 America’s Got Talent winner said. “I was not prepared for that level of attention and I am a pretty shy person. It was scary, so I just kind of took a step back and let fame pass me by."
Now, Michael is hoping to defend his title as a contestant on America's Got Talent: The Champions.
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America's Got Talent: The Champions is a popular competition featuring over 40 acts from all across the globe. The list of contenders includes past winners, finalists and fan-favorites.
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Despite his nerves, Michael delivered an incredible performance of ‘I'd Rather Go Blind' by Etta James.
"I would rather, I would rather go blind boy
Than to see you, walk away from me child, and all
So you see, I love you so much
That I don’t want to watch you leave me baby
Most of all, I just don’t, I just don’t want to be free no"
This talented performer truly showed us all why he belongs on the AGT stage.
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Only time will tell if Michael has what it takes to be named the ultimate champion. But this amazing performance certainly proves he deserves the chance!
WATCH: Michael Grimm AGT Return Performance — ‘I’d Rather Go Blind’
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