The contestant, Zaylie Windsor, performed an original song called “The Used,” which she wrote at 14. Underwood, clearly impressed by the raw emotion and songwriting talent, made a passionate case for Windsor to advance — despite some hesitation from fellow judge Luke Bryan.

When 18-year-old Zaylie Windsor auditioned during the Sunday, March 30, episode of the singing competition, she performed an original song titled “The Used” that she wrote several years prior. She belted out the heartfelt lyrics while strumming an acoustic guitar, leaving the judges captivated.