by Jessica Blackwell

Ok, I'll be honest, all I cared about was the results!! The performances were great, but I really just wanted to know who was eliminated! Cee-lo and Juliette Simms returned to The Voice stage to sing "Only You" and rocked the stage. I must say, I miss Cee-Lo's quirkiness and I can't wait until he comes back full time. Usher is cool and all, but siting with one leg up doesn't equal Cee-lo's cool pets and attire. 

The eliminations for Team Blake were up first. The first artist to be saved was Holly,  and she was followed shortly by Danielle. Blake then had the difficult task of choosing between The Swan Brother and Justin to remain on The Voice. I thought for sure he was going to choose Justin because he seemed so impressed with him overall, but he chose The Swan Brothers. 

When it came down to Team Shakira, America saved Sasha and Chris. Shakira was left with Karina and Garrett. SUCH a hard choice to make. Her Latina powerhouse or inevitable star? She was clearly upset as she gave a long winded speech and then chose Garrett because she felt she had more to give him, where Karina was already so good. I don't know if I agree with the reasoning, but Garrett is pretty amazing. 

Next up was Team Usher and Michelle was saved by America first. Then a relieved (and shocked) looking Vedo did a monster victory dance as he was thrown the golden anchor next. Remaining was Cáthia and Josiah, and Usher chose to move forward with Josiah, whom I feel the stronger artist. Good choice Usher! 

Last was Team Adam. No surprise, Judith was saved first. Everyone loves her, and she's probably going to win the whole damn thing. Even if she doesn't, there has to be a hundred labels waiting for her to sign on the dotted line. Amber was saved next, and Adam almost looked like he was surprised she was saved. Nonetheless, he was left with Caroline and Sarah and at literally the last second, (the credits were already rolling) he chose Sarah. Then the screen went black. Shakira really took up too much time with her lengthy speech! 

The live shows continue next week as we move on with our Top 12: Holly, Danielle, THe Swan Brothers, Sasha, Chris, Garrett, Michelle Vedo, Josiah, Judith, Amber, and Sarah. Stay tuned!

The Voice airs Mondays at 8pm, EST on NBC. 

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