I’d buy front row tickets to her rehearsals, man.

@tin.sindiong

4 жыл бұрын

For real

@trb7153

3 жыл бұрын

you'd have to push me out of the way first. :)

This is hands down the best performance of this song I have ever seen, and I don't think there are many songs I've seen performed more than this one. Stunning.

Ariana Grande brought me here. Lea’s is by far the superior version of this song.

@neyneys4619

3 жыл бұрын

it's mind blowing how she always does that like she covers a song and it became a standard of perfect version

@inzy6213

3 жыл бұрын

@@neyneys4619 they're both two different versions of the song, arianas version is more in her style and lea's is closer to the original bway style they cant be compared. i think a lot of people think arianas is better bc it's the only version of the song they've heard

@jillsalkin7389

3 жыл бұрын

Ariana's version is quieter. I think it's gorgeous and sublime.

@pialee1475

3 жыл бұрын

@@jillsalkin7389 I love both artists but prefer Lea for this song specifically. She brings out the emotion of it a lot better. Ariana’s version is good for casual listening. Lea’s version reminds me of hurt, anger, and confusion I’ve felt in the past and brings me to tears

@Poo0fi

3 жыл бұрын

Ariana’s version isn’t for theater. She’s more concerned about looking good while singing. It was devoid of the emotion this piece requires for theater.

She has so much control during this piece and does not at all over sing. She gives the right amount of vocals to the song. Just stunning.

I’ve seen this 7 years ago and even commented here below. And every single time I need to relax and let my heart out, I always go back to this stunning performance. It’s October 2022 and I’m crying again because of you, Jamie.

Not to be dramatic but if I ever saw her live I would die

@jasminmemorando6694

3 жыл бұрын

You should! I nearly did! Her live voice is as clear as the recordings!

@asofiad

3 жыл бұрын

Aint dramatic AT ALL. i'd say same. Hahahahaha

@DaWahine79

2 жыл бұрын

Not dramatic at all...I've seen her live...I think I died twice.....so you're fine👍

@jazzliam75

17 күн бұрын

No you are not being dramatic, I literally cried next to her during a meet and greet after her concert❤

I turned this performance into an MP3 and it's become the most played song in my iPhone. I bet if KZread had a counter on my most played video, it would be this one too.

@RamSanMig28

8 жыл бұрын

+Les Turla same here. I played this before I go to sleep. I think Icry myself to sleep though I can't relate to the lyrics.

@gorgasfck3344

4 жыл бұрын

I wish she has recorded version of this.

I still can't decide whether I like this rendition more or Laura Benanti's. Granted, Laura's clip on here is only audio, but her voice sounds so right on the song. Lea's edge is that her acting is mesmerizing, and the fact that she never pushes her voice too hard throughout just drives home the emptiness and vulnerability she's feeling in the moment. Stunning performance.

@PhantomifyEponine

9 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Lea never pushes her voice too hard. She doesn't belt out songs if she knows she can't do it. That's what I like about her.

@justinebenoit4126

8 жыл бұрын

+PhantomifyEponine Lea isn't a belter. She's a mixer. That's why her voice is so healthy. But she doesn't need to belt, because her mix is so powerful and clear.

@PhantomifyEponine

8 жыл бұрын

Justine Benoit Exactly!

@mefi9788

6 жыл бұрын

Lea's is far superior to Benanti. But check out Cynthia Erivo's. They are both spectacular. Completely different. This performance is just stunning in every way. If only any of them were in the movie instead of Anna Kendrick. lol

watching this makes me feel heartbroken even if im not. hahaha

@uchihadarwin28

4 жыл бұрын

Same bro. I feel the pain wtf

She is this great even during a rehearsal

Her rehearsals can be for concerts already! Bravo!

I'm convinced this is the best version of the song

This girl is sooo pretty even without makeup!

By far the best version.

Neither oversung nor underperformed - just the PERFECT attack. Bravo! 👏 👏 👏

This is the BEST version!! Better than the original!

Both Ariana’s version and Lea’s version get to me in a way none of the others do, especially Lea’s. I don’t really feel any anger or spite coming from Ariana/Lea, just pure pain and confusion (which I’m not sure is what Jason Robert Brown intended but I think it’s a much more relatable interpretation). A dark & helpless feeling comes over you when someone leaves. The anger/spite don’t really come until much later in the healing process, or at least in my experience. Which is why their versions are more truthful to me.

@meredithchandler73

3 жыл бұрын

Ariana's voice is very beautiful and she has the benefit of fuller, more lush accompaniment. Lea's version is not only vocally gorgeous, but she is mesmerizing to watch as well. It's like I can feel how her heart is in pieces and it's devastating and amazing.

Had the privilege of hearing and watching this live when she performed here in Osaka along with 3 other musical legends, and goodness, I've drown in feels. I've never heard of the musical "The last five years" before and I'm not familiar with the songs or the story but Ms. Leah gave a really heartfelt performance. By the end of the song I was weeping and asking what the hell is wrong with Jamie?

@sakitrain7766

8 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHA, "what the he'll is wrong with Jamie" xD

@reyanngracealjas3674

8 жыл бұрын

when I watch the movie thats the same thing I ask myself. 'What the hell is wrong with Jamie?'

@harrysaintespenilla3592

7 жыл бұрын

I am not sure tho. Cathy sure has problems. Hahaha #TeamJamie

@harrysaintespenilla3592

7 жыл бұрын

What the hell is wrong with Cathy? haha

@PhantomifyEponine

7 жыл бұрын

hahaha well i think they're just very incompatible with each other. both of them did something wrong, not only with jamie, and not only with cathy. jamie was too preoccupied with his work and he got so arrogant because of it. cathy, on the other hand, kind of blames jamie for having such bad luck on her career and she also got envious with the success of her husband. they were just not meant for each other. it's a sad story, but it's very realistic.

I felt EVERYTHING she was portraying!!! OMG her acting and emotions are just left out to dry. Absolutely perfection. Simple and effortless, yet so impactful and effective.

I won’t expound on how great a singer Lea is because that’s a given. But her make-up less and sleepless look made everything so real. She looks like she hasn’t even washed her face or changed clothes since the day she first read the letter Jamie left. Everything is just so real.

@chaucerguy1812

6 жыл бұрын

thesavvyfilipino I agree. This performance feels so real.

I didn't think a song would hurt this much until Lea sang it.

Just amazing. I am speechless. This is the best rendition of "Still Hurting" which has been sang so many times by a lot of singers. LEA. NEVER. FAILS.

indeed, the most gorgeous version of this song: the storytelling, the voice, the emotion, the perfect pitch -

This slices through the heart and now we’re all hurting. You’re a once-in-a-lifetime, Lea. ✨

Minimal makeup, minimal but powerful expressions with such an emotionally charged voice. Queen is Lea is queen

@jdcmr

9 жыл бұрын

She's actually not wearing any makeup. None at all.

@sheisforunisex2299

9 жыл бұрын

Jasmin Mariano Exactly! She has no makeup here. Besides, she's naturally pretty! ☺

@jdcmr

9 жыл бұрын

Bitch Buster True. She's pretty with makeup on, but she's prettier WITHOUT makeup on. Seen her many times with no makeup. Still looks pretty as she age.

@sheisforunisex2299

9 жыл бұрын

Jasmin Mariano #LeaSalonga is my ultimate crush!✮ GODDESS!♡

@venpad

7 жыл бұрын

no makeup at all

This isn't oversinging..just as it is.. it is PERFECT... Great job Lea..

Oh yes. The classic Lea Salonga clarity. You can understand and feel every word, note, and phrase.

I cried!!!! How on earth that she's that excellent in a rehearsal??? Come on!!!! This woman. I can't with her. I have been watching her youtube videos for hours now. Lol. I thought this song is already painful but she made it more painful than ever! Amazing musician!

@ilonggakabogeralifeincanad3968

2 жыл бұрын

Same here...i saw her im person at age 9...wish i could have a photo with her...she's always our country's pride....

She gave an emotion to this song. She's singing with all her heart and also she's enjoying and loving what's she's doing. You're the best Ms. Lea Salonga! I love you.

This version is just beautiful. The emotions and vocal control are there. It wasn't over the top nor it was overacted. It's just right.

I think we've just heard Perfection sing.

her crystal clear voice and her awesome tone fit the song so well....this song is so heart breaking....oh my...shed a tear....Lea is indeed a powerful singer....such emotional power in her tone and the brilliance of her voice...can't put into words...this is the best rendition of this song! I so love Lea! :)

Oh my god, I got teary eyed listening to this. She sings so emotionally and without any effort. I Love her, shes definitely my inspiration.

It is 2020. Wishing we can hear this again in Lea's streams while the world is on ECQ. Beyond beautiful.

i don't know why there's an ache within my heart, i don't even know the story! great as always Ms. Lea! :)

2021 and still watching this. Best version ever after all this time.

I absolutely cannot handle her brilliance.

HOW DID I JUST FIND THIS!!! One of my favorite songs! I did not know that Miss Salonga sang it on video!!!!!!!!! PERFECT!

honestly i feel like this is the best version of the song

That last line...God i was torn to pieces and i was crying....

You cannot spell cLEAr without LEA.....perfect!!! the best rendition ever!!!!

brilliant vocal. on point and with right emotions. clarity.... gosh .... one thing that this girl has and a lot of singers does not posses. she's so beautiful. I'm in tears. this will be played in my house all the years to come.

I will never get tired of listening to this video. I can always feel the emotions and the realness.

always gives me chills. she is my QUEEN.

i can almost feel as well as hear the rawness of the emotion behind the story of this song. what was great about this performance was that Lea was able to connect with this song and its message. it brought me back to the time that i was really hurting from a broken relationship.

Simply beautiful. I'd love to hear (and see) her play Kathy now. She took this song to a new height that no one else has up to this point.

Oh so amazing! Truly a Tony's best actress.

"covered with scars i did nothing to earn" the pain in her eyes and that little crack in her voice..that made me cry.. what a brilliant singer.

I'm the guy at 1:28 "NICE."

@alphaomega6365

6 жыл бұрын

BURNT hahaha!

@gdcruz7186

6 жыл бұрын

I started laughing so hard when I heard that. That was so awkward

@astrowiz3544

6 жыл бұрын

I agree lol, NICE.

@XvpandaX

6 жыл бұрын

Remember this is in rehearsals... he was helping her probably in a spot they had been working on

@meredithchandler73

3 жыл бұрын

Aside from this being a simply perfect performance from Lea, the real cherry on top about this video is that the very last thing you hear is someone say softly, "That's gorgeous." Amen, brother.

I love how her voice comes out effortlessly beautiful! ❤

has anyone seen the play? you guys should see it. this is one of my favorite musical. It starts with this song while Kathy was reading Jamie's letter telling her he's leaving. So those asking what the hells wrong with jaime, you guys should see it. Its really heartbreaking.

the raw quality of this setting makes it even more special and moving

Perfection is Lea Salonga!

Here i am again! Still hurting on how Ms. Lea sang that song... really!!! 💔💔💔

I could feel the emotion in the song. She gives her best in every performance. You could really see it in every song she sings. Or hear.... 😅

She really lives for EXCELLENCE :) I LOVE HER

Lea Salonga is Breathtaking.

i am so happy my friend told me that lea has rendition of this song. worth searching... 😚😚😚😚😚😚😚

“Run away like its simple, like its right” When you found a song that somehow speaks for your experience. 😌 And then Miss Lea sang it with so much emotions 🥺🥺🥺

@alfredcagro4315

3 жыл бұрын

i so feel you...and it is still hurting...

@macksiangco

3 жыл бұрын

@@alfredcagro4315 *virtual hug* 🤗

raw, controlled and perfect

August 2019 and I still keep watching this.

makes me cry a lot! amazing song and voice!

I'm a man. I don't cry *wipes my tears*

Genius song, accompaniment and performance

Simply The Best. #tears

Lea never fails

i hope i can see you live lea😢. # manifesting

Wow. She is beautiful even without makeup!

Still the best rendition of this song for me.

No other human being can do it like Lea Salonga. I'm lost for words.

I just found my most favorite video in KZread

@menineims

3 жыл бұрын

Pls. send me the link.....😉

Beyond perfection

i feel you, Lea. i feel you.

Lea is simply an amazing and compassionate woman. She is beyond good in singing.

THanks for this video

Wow such a talent... cant wait to see her on broadway once we can..

Saw her sing this live and it was incredible.

Gorgeous and brilliant, as always.

This always makes me cry. 😭😭 you are so amazing!!!!!!!! 😭😭

It's November 2016 and I still love this!!

The delivery, the emotion and the hurt! She delivered as always that only Lea can.

how i love her version!.. the emotions she conveys is just amazing..she sang with simplicity and straightforward yet so powerful. ive seen other versions of this song,and by far this is my favorite...

love you Ms. LEA 😣💛✊

Beautiful performance!

Holy. I think my life just changed

And I'm still hurting. Gosh!Beautiful Rendition.i love it.

This just proves how great broadways singers are. Just amazing in all aspects.

I close my eyes and just listen to her voice.. Haaahh.. Amazing!!❤

November 2019 amd I'm still watching this.

My favorite rendition, her voice is so clear! I would pick her over Anna Kendrick any day!

Thank you for the upload. This is so gorgeous! Amazing rendition.

Its like a concert!!! Indeed a legend 😍

Gorgeous performance. Thanks for sharing your art with us.

absolutely stunning. 3:02 - 3:30 she perfectly delivers the bitterness behind the lyrics. and that last line 4:10 - 4:25 was just heartbreaking

This is perfection.

I never get tired of hearing the voice of Lea. Her rendition of this song is indeed stunning and amazing. Luv you Leah

This made me cry so much 😭

Beautiful!❤️

The song and the interpretation is so emotional that it makes me choke in my own tears... Superb!!!

I'd still clap my hands even if this was just a rehearsal. Amazing!