You may remember Darci Lynne from 2017, when, as a bright-eyed 12-year-old ventriloquist and singer, she won over millions of hearts on ‘America’s Got Talent’ (AGT). With her unforgettable performances, featuring lively puppet characters like the ‘Petunia: the witty bunny,’ and ‘Oscar: the shy mouse,’ showcased not only her comedic timing and ventriloquism skills but also a remarkably mature singing voice for someone so young. When she was crowned the winner of Season 12 and awarded the $1 million prize, it was clear that this Oklahoma City girl had a rare talent. But there’s more to her story than what we saw on stage.

Fast forward to now, and Darci Lynne is no longer just the child star who took the stage with puppets. At 19, she’s evolving into a serious musical artist in her own right. Her latest track, “Takes a Melody,” captures this change perfectly. The new song highlights Darci’s voice in a way that was never heard before, revealing a country-tinged style and a more thoughtful lyrical approach. But what makes this song truly unforgettable? beyond Darci’s growing artistry, something else about “Takes a Melody” makes it unique: she performs it as a duet with her mother, Misty. This mother-daughter collaboration is not a sudden, one-time event, but rather the continuation of a long-running musical partnership that began well before Darci stepped onto a national television stage.