Savant Kodi Lee’s WHOLESOME Duet with Leona Lewis on America’s Got Talent
Kodi Lee transformed into an online sensation after his America's Got Talent appearance. The legally blind musician with autism showcased exceptional musical abilities that identified him as a savant—someone displaying remarkable skills alongside intellectual challenges. Following his viral audition where he earned a Golden Buzzer, Kodi performed with renowned X Factor champion Leona Lewis during the AGT Finals.
The pair delivered a touching, robust rendition of Calum Scott's "You Are The Reason," a track Leona had previously recorded with Calum just a year earlier. This heartwarming collaboration has attracted more than 16.7 million YouTube views, with fans applauding Leona for complementing rather than overshadowing Kodi's voice, allowing his talent to flourish.
Every AGT judge rose in standing appreciation while the crowd repeatedly called Kodi's name. His outstanding performances helped him claim victory in AGT's 14th season, making him the show's first winner with disabilities.
Born in Temecula, California with optic nerve hypoplasia, Kodi underwent critical surgery when only five days old. He developed into a music genius with perfect pitch and audio photographic memory. His website states that Kodi can "recall music he hears after just one listen [...] He literally has a library of songs in his mind that would rival any jukebox," spanning genres from R&B to classical compositions, rock to jazz.
Since his victory, Kodi has joined cast lineups for "America's Got Talent: All Stars" and "America's Got Talent: Fantasy League." He has released five singles, including his version of "You Are The Reason" alongside tracks like "A Song For You," "Hello World," "Journey of You and I," and his latest pop-rock single "Change."
The 27-year-old musician maintains an active YouTube presence featuring original music, cover songs, live shows, and video blogs, including a seven-part "Kodi Tries" series where he attempts activities like clay sculpting, finger painting, and playing blindfolded Jenga with family members. In April 2024, Kodi launched his signature footwear line with Billy Footwear called "Kodify."
Though not yet topping music charts, Kodi has built a significant online following with 528,000 Instagram followers and 438,000 YouTube subscribers. His AGT performances have accumulated over 73 million views across various video uploads.
To discover more from this gifted musician, you can subscribe to his YouTube Channel, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, or visit his website for current updates.
