The first Live Show results of Season 30 delivered an emotional goodbye. After six artists from Team Adam and Team Queen performed during Y2K Night, America voted five singers into the Top 10. But for one of Queen Latifah’s fan-favorite contestants, the journey ended sooner than expected.

The competition officially got serious on November 9 as The Voice Season 30 held its first Live Show results night. Six artists from Adam Levine’s and Queen Latifah’s teams took the stage, hoping to earn enough viewer support to continue.

The episode was part of the show’s two-week Y2K celebration, featuring popular songs from the late 1990s and early 2000s. But after the performances, the excitement turned into tension as host Carson Daly revealed which contestants had secured their places in the next round.

Five singers advanced. One was sent home.

And the eliminated contestant was Lillie Kolich of Team Queen.

1. Lillie Kolich’s Journey Ends After a Risky Britney Spears Performance

Lillie Kolich’s elimination was one of the night’s most disappointing moments for viewers who had been following her journey.

For Y2K Night, the 25-year-old singer from Albuquerque took on Britney Spears’ “(You Drive Me) Crazy.” Instead of recreating the upbeat pop hit, Lillie chose a slower, haunting arrangement that gave the familiar song a completely different atmosphere.

Her performance received encouraging feedback from the coaches. Queen Latifah praised her individuality, telling her, “You nailed it,” and describing her as someone who brought her own personality and style to the song.

Riley Green also recognized the way she transformed the original track.

Despite the positive comments, the performance wasn’t enough to secure her place in the Top 10. Lillie was ultimately eliminated after the public vote.

2. Dakota Cohen Secures the Final Spot Over Lillie

‘The final results were particularly emotional because Lillie’s elimination came after a decision involving another Team Adam contestant, Dakota Cohen.

Dakota performed Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing,” bringing a powerful rock performance to the Y2K-themed episode. Her vocals earned a standing ovation from the coaches, and Adam Levine praised her for carrying the torch as a rock-and-roll singer.

When the results were announced, Dakota advanced to the Top 10, leaving Lillie out of the competition.

The show did not reveal the exact vote totals, so viewers cannot know how narrow the final decision was. Still, the result meant that Dakota’s journey continued while Lillie’s ended after a performance that had received praise from the coaches.

3. All Three of Adam Levine’s Artists Make It Through

While Team Queen lost one member, Adam Levine had a perfect results night.

All three of his remaining artists advanced:

• Connor Closs performed *NSYNC’s “This I Promise You,” dedicating the romantic song to his fiancée, Sarah.

• Dakota Cohen delivered her rock interpretation of Aerosmith’s “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing.”

• Lexi Stephens performed Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You,” showcasing both her powerful high notes and controlled lower range.

Connor received particularly enthusiastic praise from Adam, who described him as one of the competition’s standout singers. Lexi also impressed the coaches with her performance, earning her place in the next round.

With all three artists moving forward, Adam’s team remains fully represented in the Top 10.

4. Queen Latifah Keeps Two Artists in the Competition

Queen Latifah also had reason to celebrate, although her team experienced a bittersweet result.

Both Mia Knight and BigCountry earned enough viewer support to advance to the Top 10.

Mia performed Kelly Clarkson’s “Miss Independent,” bringing confidence and attitude to the stage. The performance earned praise from Queen, while Kelly herself appeared impressed by the young singer’s interpretation of her hit.

BigCountry chose Bon Jovi’s “It’s My Life,” taking on a big rock anthem that allowed him to showcase his personality and powerful voice.

Their advancement means Queen still has two artists competing for the Season 30 title. However, Lillie’s departure leaves the team smaller as the competition moves forward.

5. Who Made the Top 10 — and Who Performs Next?

After the first results night, five artists officially secured their places in the Top 10.

Here’s how the results stand so far:

That leaves five more places to be decided when the remaining contestants perform on November 16.

The next episode will feature artists from Kelly Clarkson’s and Riley Green’s teams during the second part of Y2K Night. The contestants still waiting to perform include Anna McElroy, Brianna Cameron, Koumba Diallo, Kyle Davis, Cade Mower, Ferryn and Brinkley, and Joe Henley.

With the Top 10 taking shape, the next results night will determine which artists complete the lineup and which journeys come to an end.

One Goodbye, Five Dreams Still Alive

The first Live Show results night showed just how quickly things can change on The Voice. Lillie Kolich received praise for taking a creative risk, but America’s vote sent her home while five other contestants continued their journey.

Adam Levine’s team had a clean sweep, while Queen Latifah will move forward with Mia Knight and BigCountry.

Now the spotlight shifts to Kelly Clarkson and Riley Green’s artists. With the remaining Top 10 places still undecided, their performances could change the competition all over again.