The performance became an internet sensation, amassing over 40 million views and becoming the most-watched video in the show’s U.S. history. Viewers praised her ability to convey deep emotions convincingly, with one fan commenting, “To this day, this song still gives me goosebumps. She sang with so much maturity, so moving.”
Watch Rachel’s unforgettable performance below and see for yourself why her rendition of “If I Were A Boy” left such a lasting impression on millions.