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The Nun Who Won 'The Voice' In Italy And Became A YouTube Sensation Defends Covering 'Like A Virgin'

Alex Kuzoian,Associated PressJan 6, 2015, 02:58 IST

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Sister Cristina Scuccia became a worldwide singing sensation after videos of her performance on Italy's 'The Voice' went viral.

It may seem surprising that a nun would opt to cover a song like Madonna's 'Like A Virgin,' but Scuccia explains that the song holds real, religious meaning for her.

Produced by Alex Kuzoian. Video courtesy of Associated Press.

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