A typical department store isn’t just a place to browse and shop—it’s a melting pot of people from all walks of life.
You’ll spot kids throwing tantrums over toys their parents refuse to buy, meticulous mothers scanning shelves with laser-sharp focus, weary husbands pushing strollers with reluctant expressions, and countless other characters filling the aisles.
But if luck is on your side, you might just witness something truly unexpected—something you’ve never seen before.
For Christina Kokonis-Viggers, an ordinary shopping trip turned into an unforgettable musical moment.
While strolling through their local Sam’s Club, Christina and her friend Amanda Lasher came across an intriguing gadget—a Bluetooth-enabled karaoke machine. With just a simple connection, it could play any song, allowing users to sing along using its built-in speakers.
At first, the two were simply having fun, casually testing out the device. But then, everything changed the moment Christina began to sing in earnest.
A Karaoke Singer Unlike Any Other
The song she chose was Maybe This Time—a classic from the 1972 musical Cabaret, originally performed by the legendary Liza Minnelli in her Oscar-winning role as Sally Bowles.
Most casual department store singers tend to pick overplayed radio hits, sticking to familiar and repetitive melodies. But Christina? She was anything but ordinary.
She proudly calls herself a “Diva in the Making,” and she certainly lived up to the title!
With striking confidence, she channeled her inner Liza Minnelli, delivering a performance that could rival the original. Her voice was powerful, every note packed with emotion, and her vibrato? Absolutely mesmerizing. It was a performance no one expected.
As she sang, Christina flashed playful glances at Amanda, her joy evident in her glowing smile. Her voice echoed through the entire store, drawing the attention of shoppers from all directions. By the time she hit the final note, the store erupted in applause—customers completely captivated by her incredible talent.
However, Christina had no idea just how much this spontaneous moment would change her life.
Initially, she asked Amanda not to post the video online. But eventually, she gave in. And just like that, the video exploded across the internet.
Within a mere eight hours, it had amassed over eight million views—more than a million per hour!
The online buzz was just the beginning. Soon, talent agents started reaching out, eager to represent her. From local radio interviews to the bright stage of America’s Got Talent, Christina’s unexpected performance launched her into the spotlight. And judging by the world’s reaction, it was clear—everyone loved it.
