Thai Teen Nene Royal Wows America's Got Talent With Zombie Performance
Phuket teenager Nene Royal impressed all four judges on America's Got Talent Season 21 with a powerful rendition of The Cranberries' "Zombie," earning unanimous passes to advance in the competition.
Sixteen-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal (Nene Royal, or Phraew-Rattikarn Amloy) from Phuket has created a buzz on the global stage of America's Got Talent Season 21, showcasing both her vocal prowess and guitar skills to win over judges and audiences alike. The performance went viral on social media as Nene chose to perform the legendary rock song "Zombie" by The Cranberries in her own style, delivering a raw, unfiltered performance with guitar solos that displayed maturity beyond her years, mesmerizing the entire hall.
Nene's performance impressed all four judges tremendously, who unanimously praised her abilities and called her a true rockstar, earning her four unanimous passes. Regarding her musical journey, Nene previously shared on the program SUPER10 that she began playing guitar in first grade, though not by initial choice—she originally preferred academic subjects, but when those classes filled up, music was her only option. This turned out to be a pivotal moment in her life.
Nene typically plays Western rock music and counts AC/DC as her favorite band, with legendary guitarist Angus Young as her idol. She has also performed at street venues and the Chao Fa Market variety show in Phuket to gain real stage experience. Participating in America's Got Talent was one of Nene's dreams, and this performance has not only fulfilled that dream but also opened doors for her to advance to the global stage.
