Now we get a lot of R&B and country on The Voice, but when someone brings the ROCK with this kind of passion and power, fans are bound to sit up and notice. That’s exactly what happened when Dakota Cohen and Destinee Monroe poured the heat on with their fierce take on Evanescence’s “Bring Me to Live”, while feeding off each other’s hype energy. If you get Kelly Clarkson on her feet and hollering like at 1:42, then you know you’ve killed it! And the best part? Neither rock goddess had to go home because Queen Latifah finally used her steal when the big moment came.
Coach Adam Levine certainly set up the most epic battle of the week with this October 24, 2026 performance. This was reflected in the fact that Cohen and Monroe’s duet was the most viral cut of the week by a substantial margin. Both singers leaned into their distinct strengths rather than trying to mimic the original recording. Monroe brought raw theatrical energy and arena-sized power right from the opening verse, while Cohen cut through with her signature earthy rasp and gritty texture, which everyone fell in love with from her debut on the show. We can’t stop replaying that big harmony at 1:40 – what a killer duo!
The performance left Levine facing an agonizing choice between two completely different sonic identities. He ultimately gave the Battle victory to Cohen, praising a gritty tone that reminded him of Miley Cyrus. But the drama did not end with his decision. Sensing that Monroe was far too good to walk away, Queen Latifah stepped in and used her first steal of the season, securing Monroe for her own roster. A visibly grateful Levine rushed over to hug Latifah, ensuring both singers survived to compete in Cut Week.
The musical sparks made complete sense given what each artist brought into the competition. Cohen, a Berklee College of Music graduate with an original EP under her belt, had already shown her vintage rock tastes by auditioning with Black Sabbath’s “Changes.” Monroe, meanwhile, arrived with extensive commercial seasoning, having previously performed in the pop group Clique Girlz and opened on major tours for artists like Britney Spears. While they came from very different backgrounds, the tension between their styles only made the duet that much more spicy. Watch Destinee Monroe showcase her rock roots during the Blind Auditions on The Voice with a performance of Mötley Crüe’s “Home Sweet Home.”
The duo’s take on “Bring Me to Life” did big numbers on YouTube, drawing 437,000 views in just a few days. Viewers celebrated the rare spotlight on heavy rock, with one fan cheering, “Finally, a song choice I love! We need more rock and metal on The Voice!” Another commenter said: “I am so happy Queen stole Destinee. She is beyond amazing, and her energy is so alluring.”
Television singing competitions often smooth down rock anthems until they sound like safe radio pop, but this battle worked because neither singer held back. Kelly Clarkson highlighted Monroe’s commanding presence while appreciating Cohen’s more tender, nuanced phrasing, showing just how closely matched the two really were. By refusing to compromise their personal styles, Cohen and Monroe created a genuine rock showcase that elevated them both. As they head into the high-stakes pressure of Cut Week on separate teams, both remain formidable contenders. Now this is the exactly kind of happy ending we love to see when two talented singers go head-to-head on The Voice!