“The Voice” contestant I. Žuolytė Reflects on Early Exit, Sparks Debate About Duet Dynamics
Vilnius, Lithuania – September 30, 2025, 18:18:24 EEST – Following her elimination after A. Chošnau‘s record-breaking viewership numbers on “The Voice of Lithuania,” contestant I. Žuolytė has released a poignant statement addressing her experience and raising questions about the collaborative nature of the competition. Žuolytė’s departure, occurring before a solo performance, has ignited discussion among fans regarding the necessity of mutual commitment within a duet.
The singer’s open letter, shared publicly today, details her gratitude to vocal coach Kristina, whom she described as her “sole musical support” throughout the project. Žuolytė also extended thanks to the show’s participants, hosts, and behind-the-scenes crew for their encouragement during challenging filming periods, acknowledging moments where their support was crucial to her perseverance.Her message arrives as viewership for the Lithuanian singing competition continues to climb, with Chošnau’s performance drawing record numbers.
Žuolytė’s statement specifically acknowledges the unwavering support of her family, who she jokingly notes have inadvertently memorized the lyrics to her repertoire, and her friend Rolandas, who offered to create costumes for every potential performance. She also expressed recognition for friends who gathered for viewing parties each of the four Sundays the show aired, and for viewers who understood the nuances of her situation without explicit description.
However, the core of Žuolytė’s message centers on her disappointment at being eliminated before showcasing her full potential. “It is sad to fall first, especially when I didn’t have the opportunity to perform as I wanted,” she wrote. She emphasized that a successful duet requires reciprocal desire and motivation from both participants, a sentiment that has resonated with viewers online.
Despite the early exit, Žuolytė framed the experience as a valuable learning opportunity.”I believe that unpleasant experiences give the strongest life lessons,” she stated. reflecting on the unexpected turn her life took, she celebrated the fact that she, someone who identifies as ”not a singer,” spent a month performing on one of Lithuania’s moast-watched television channels.
Concluding with optimism, Žuolytė expressed confidence in future performances, promising a more self-directed approach. “A cheerful, beautiful, stubborn girl will have more than one performance – only then will she listen to her heart more,” she wrote. The incident underscores the complexities of televised singing competitions and the delicate balance required for successful collaborative performances.
