Vinnie McKee’s Incredible “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” Rendition Lands BGT’s First Golden Buzzer

Vinnie McKee stepped onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage with a mix of nerves and determination, ready to give the performance of a lifetime. The 29-year-old from Glasgow had spent the past decade entertaining crowds as a singer and bingo caller at a holiday park, but this moment was different—it was his chance to shine on the biggest stage yet.

As he launched into his audition, his powerful voice and heartfelt delivery captivated both the judges and the audience. The reaction was instant, and for the first time in the show’s history, a golden buzzer was awarded, sealing Vinnie’s place as a standout talent in the competition.

Within 3 weeks, the video of his performance has attracted 3.4 millions views. Let’s check it out below:

Vinnie McKee took a well-known anthem and turned it into something entirely his own. Stripping down The Proclaimers’ “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” into a heartfelt ballad, he touched the audience’s hearts with his deep, emotional vocals. The crowd erupted, chanting for the golden buzzer, refusing to let the moment pass.

Even Simon Cowell couldn’t ignore the electricity in the room. With a rare display of spontaneity, he hit the buzzer, sending Vinnie straight to the semi-finals. Fans online echoed the excitement, praising his unique take on the song and his undeniable talent.

One complimented, “Dude totally rearranged that song. It’s really hard to take a song that spans decades and not have people compare and feel like it’s less. That was splendid.” Another continued, “I absolutely love what he did with this song. The standing ovation before he even finished the song was well deserved.”