James Kenney walked onto The X Factor USA stage with a dream he had carried for years. Working as a plumber, he spent his days dealing with everyday repairs, but music had always been his true passion. At 35, he decided it was time to take another chance and show the world what he could do.
For his audition, James chose to perform “Summertime”, delivering a soulful and powerful rendition that immediately caught the judges’ attention. His rich voice, impressive vocal control, and emotional delivery revealed a talent that nobody might have expected from a man who spent his working days fixing plumbing problems.
As the performance came to an end, the judges were clearly impressed by what they had heard. James received four enthusiastic yeses, earning himself another opportunity to pursue the dream he had never given up on. His audition proved that talent can come from anywhere and that it’s never too late to chase what you truly love.
