After the viral Bohemian Rhapsody flashmob performance in Paris, Mickey Callisto continues to make waves — this time with his original song Supernova. The track, which the singer once begged Britain’s Got Talent producers to let him perform in the semi-finals but was denied, is now winning him the recognition he long fought for.
Supernova is an anthemic 80s-inspired ballad filled with soaring vocals and inspirational lyrics about chasing dreams against all odds. With lines like “Standing on the shoulders of the ones who walked before / Holding on to a dream until your feet don’t touch the floor”, the track reflects Mickey’s own journey — a young artist determined to break barriers despite setbacks. The chorus, repeating “Well, all you need is supernova style”, has already become a rallying cry among his growing fanbase.
The song, produced with vibrant synths and stadium-ready drums, feels like something Queen themselves might have written, and many listeners say it’s perfectly tailored for Mickey’s unique voice — a mix of his own style and uncanny shades of Freddie Mercury.
One comment under the music video captured the sentiment best: “This is incredible! It sounds like something Queen would have written. Perfect for Mickey’s voice. A cross between Mickey and Mercury!”
The BGT Controversy
Mickey’s rise hasn’t been without drama. Earlier this year, Britain’s Got Talent came under fire after the singer revealed he wasn’t allowed to perform Supernova during the semi-finals. Despite pleading with producers for weeks, he was instead pushed to sing another Queen cover.
After failing to reach the finals, Mickey took to Instagram to share his frustration:
“I wanted to sing my own song in the semi-final. I said to the producers for weeks that I wanted to sing it. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case tonight, and it was Queen again.”
Fans were quick to back him, accusing the show of manipulation. Social media lit up with criticism: “They should have allowed Mickey to sing his own song… You were the best singer by far. Go and show Cowell what he has missed out on.”
Even on the night, Simon Cowell called Mickey “a really good Freddie Mercury tribute act” — a comment that only fueled calls for him to showcase his originality. As one supporter bluntly put it: “Download Supernova, the song Mickey SHOULD’VE sung. Not all winners grab the gold.”
A Fan-Fueled Breakthrough
Despite the BGT snub, Supernova has exploded online. The video credits director Ben Higginson and Lewis Ainsworth for its vibrant visuals, while Mickey’s gratitude extends to Rotunda ABC Boxing Club for helping bring the project to life.
The reaction has been overwhelming:
“Who else is here after watching the flashmob?” (526 likes)
“This guy’s about to blow up after that Bohemian Rhapsody flashmob performance”
“I’m 45 years old… the year is 2025 and this feels like the 70s and 80s, my youth. Fantastic!”
“Thank you Bohemian flashmob for introducing me Mickey Callisto! Amazing singer. LOVE from Brazil!”
“If I just heard the audio, I would have put money on it that I was listening to Freddie.”
From Peru to Singapore, new fans are discovering him daily, with one writing: “Please, don’t stop. It’s incredible ” and another adding: “For those who adored Mercury’s voice, you are a godsend.”