Jamie Miller: Welsh singer tops UK charts after ten-year wait since The Voice

Jamie Miller has achieved mainstream dominance with his hit Babydoll, which is currently No.1 on the UK Singles Chart. The Daily Mail reported ^[1] that the Welsh singer, 29, has become the first solo male Welsh artist to top the chart in 41 years and the first Welsh artist overall to do so in 15 years. This milestone marks the culmination of a journey that began nearly a decade ago.

Miller’s rise was cemented by a performance on Strictly Come Dancing this weekend, where he reunited with former The Voice host Emma Willis, now the show’s main presenter. According to the Daily Mail ^[2], Willis praised Miller on Instagram, recalling their first meeting in Manchester in October 2016. She described him as a "sweetest, most well-mannered kid" who has worked tirelessly for ten years to achieve his current success.

The track’s viral status has been fuelled by dozens of videos of Miller performing a famous dance, attracting support from high-profile celebrities. Off Campus star Antonio Cipriano, who collaborated with Miller on a version of the song, has joined him, as have singer Meghan Trainor, Little Mix star Perrie Edwards, and presenter Alison Hammond. Miller’s journey began after working in a call centre, leading to his audition for The Voice UK in 2017, where he finished third under the coaching of Jennifer Hudson.

Following the show, Miller continued to build his fanbase through social media covers, including a rendition of Adele’s One And Only. His talent even caught the attention of Khloé Kardashian, which helped secure offers from record labels. He subsequently signed with Atlantic Records and released his EP Broken Memories, achieving a breakout hit with Here’s Your Perfect in 2021. However, it is Babydoll that has propelled him to new heights.

Speaking on Capital Radio, Miller reflected on the whirlwind nature of his success, noting that his dreams had come true within just eight to twelve weeks. He described his time on The Voice as a "beautiful experience" and an "amazing stepping stone" that taught him much about performing. He also confirmed that he remains in contact with his former mentor, Jennifer Hudson, describing her as a "beautiful human" who has guided his career.

The Saturdays’ Mollie King also celebrated Miller’s success by inviting him to her Radio 1 show. In a caption sharing a clip of them doing the viral dance together, King wrote that she had been "rooting for Jamie for a while" and was "over the moon" to see his success. As Miller continues to promote the track, his story serves as a testament to resilience and long-term dedication in the music industry.