Every so often, a talent show audition comes along that completely changes the atmosphere in the room. Collabro’s debut on Britain’s Got Talent was one of those rare, spine-tingling moments.
When five young men walked onto the stage and introduced themselves as “Collabro,” the judges’ reactions were telling. Simon Cowell’s raised eyebrow said it all — another boy band, really? The fact that they’d only been together for a month didn’t help.
“What makes you think you can win Britain’s Got Talent after such little time together?” Alesha Dixon asked.
With quiet confidence, one of the members replied, “We believe it’s natural chemistry.” Amanda Holden smiled politely — but her doubtful expression was hard to miss.
Then came the moment that changed everything.
As the opening notes of “Stars” from Les Misérables filled the theater, the audience fell silent. The first solo rang out — pure, rich, and beautifully controlled. One by one, each member joined in, their voices weaving together into a breathtaking harmony that built with every measure.
By the final chorus, the room was electric. Skepticism had turned into awe. The crowd leapt to their feet in thunderous applause, and even Simon Cowell was smiling. Amanda, who’d doubted them most, said what everyone was thinking:
“That was bloody brilliant.”
That night, Collabro didn’t just sing — they soared. Their audition went viral, earning over 51 million views on YouTube and setting them on the path to victory.
Collabro went on to win Britain’s Got Talent 2014, proving that sometimes, the best chemistry doesn’t need time — it just happens. Their story remains a powerful reminder that true talent and heart can silence even the toughest critics.
Watch the full performance and see why the world fell in love with Collabro’s “Les Misérables” magic!