Catch Up with The Voice's Jordan Smith, RaeLynn and More Memorable Contestants from the Last 10 Years

Do you have a favorite memory from your time on The Voice?

One of my favorite memories from The Voice is when, during my blind audition, Gwen Stefani had someone roll out a cart covered in all her Grammy awards in order to convince me to join her team. Not gonna lie, I was very strongly considering going Team Gwen at that moment, but Adam Levine chiseled away at me until I ultimately chose him as my coach. I guess you don't get to see EVERYTHING on TV!

You had so many great performances on the show. Are there any you like to revisit?

I think the most obvious standout performance for me personally was "Somebody to Love." I remember feeling so incapable when Adam brought that song to the table. It took digging deep, but we finally struck the right approach, and I think it unlocked the performer in me. Still, sometimes I watch it and wonder who that guy is.

How do you think winning the show changed your life and influenced your career?

It's honestly impossible to describe just how much winning the show changed my life. I used to write songs in my bedroom and sing in my church choir. Now, I've had the opportunity to record three full length studio albums, tour the world, and write with some of the best songwriters in the business. I couldn't be more grateful to The Voice for giving me that kind of platform. It didn't just influence my career — it launched it.

What's the biggest lesson you learned from your coach, Adam Levine?

My biggest takeaway from working with Adam was the power of the gut. So many decisions were made by what felt right deep down. He listened and trusted his instincts and sometimes that's more valuable than a formulated plan.

What's been your proudest moment since the show?

The last five years have been full of high moments. Marrying the love of my life was probably the highest. Other than that, I was pretty proud of writing "Ashes" for Céline Dion. I'll never forget hearing that track for the first time, or seeing her perform it live. What a dream come true.

Congratulations on the release of your single, "Great You Are!" Do you have any plans for a new album?

Thank you! "Great You Are" is the first of many new songs that are on their way. So much has happened since my time on The Voice, but there is still so much of my story to tell.