Belmont Student's "Alone" Karaoke Performance Goes Viral, Stuns Millions with Vocal Power

Nashville, TN – A recent video featuring Belmont University student Sarah Hardwig delivering a stunning karaoke performance of Heart's classic hit "Alone" has taken social media by storm. The video, uploaded on August 25, 2025, shows Hardwig, known as "the blind girl with the big voice," commanding the stage at "Crosseyed Critters" with remarkable vocal control and emotional depth.Hardwig, standing confidently amidst animatronic musicians, showcased her powerful range, leaving many viewers in awe. One commenter exclaimed, "I’m not sure people understand how great this is- Anne Wilson is one of the greatest singers EVER, this young lady did her justice! WOW." Another noted her impressive composure, stating, "Her chin does not move - holy cow! Belting those notes while hitting those impossibly high and long notes and she shows no signs of straining - quite impressive!"The performance, which has garnered over 2.4 million views and nearly 230,000 likes, highlights Hardwig's exceptional talent. Despite her powerful vocals, some viewers humorously pointed out her minimal stage movement, with one comment reading, "No movement??? Just a statue!" and another, "The most unbothered belting session ever! It’s like she’s annoyed she’s so good."The video's virality has led to suggestions of a future in professional music, with one user commenting, "Producer from American Idol has entered the chat… check dm." Hardwig's ability to deliver such a demanding song with apparent ease has firmly placed her in the spotlight, sparking widespread admiration for her vocal prowess.