During a summer performance that had the crowd on their feet, 13-year-old Hadwin wowed fans with her high-energy version of Tina Turner’s “Nutbush City Limits.” It was more than just a good show — it was a total transformation.
At first glance, she looked like a regular shy teenager. But the second the music started, she became a whole different person. With strong vocals that sounded far beyond her years and moves that could rival any professional performer, Courtney took over the stage like she’d been doing it for decades.
Watch her performance below.
Fans in the audience couldn’t believe what they were seeing. “She sounds like an adult, and the way she moves is unbelievable,” one concertgoer said. Many were left speechless at how a young girl could own the stage with such power and confidence.
While Hadwin is no stranger to big stages — thanks to her past appearances on both The Voice Kids and America’s Got Talent — this performance marked a new era for the rising star. Performing outdoors in front of a local crowd made it feel personal, yet world-class.
Here’s what to know about “Nutbush City Limits”
“Nutbush City Limits” is a classic rock and soul song originally released in 1973 by Tina Turner. The track was written by Turner herself and tells the story of her hometown, Nutbush, Tennessee. With its strong beat, funky guitar, and powerful vocals, the song became one of Tina Turner’s signature hits.
Over the years, “Nutbush City Limits” has been covered by many artists, but it takes real stage presence to pull it off live — and that’s exactly what Courtney Hadwin did. Her version was filled with energy, attitude, and confidence, paying tribute to a music legend while showing off her own star power.