I had the fortune of watching Ben Platt be Evan Hansen on Broadway and the man deserved 50 Tony's. You know those ticks he had, those are put on for the character. Evan Hansen is a young man with crippling anxiety & social issue & my therapist friend recognized these markers as accurate. Ben also mastered the ability to SOB on stage and have his singing voice sound just as clear & beautiful as you heard it. I saw it with my own eyes or I wouldn't believe it. I'm a Pentaholic and I love that they did this song! Scott sang the hell out of it! But what Ben Platt does to this song & this role, it's incredible!!!

@ssabell31

5 жыл бұрын

I was about to comment about Ben's performance while sobbing. I've never heard anyone sing and cry like him. He so earnedhis Tony Award. I love PTX, but Ben will always be my Evan Hansen.

@formerlurkercarolina5792

5 жыл бұрын

@@ssabell31 I'd never seen that done either, the ugly snot filled type of sobbing too. It's a feat that defies biology and maybe even physics.

@emmymatt

5 жыл бұрын

@@ssabell31 Ben will always be my Evan ❤️

@hannahpauls2528

4 жыл бұрын

formerlurker Carolina watching him perform as evan is to this day the most important amazing life changing experience ive ever have and ever will have

@korbinjohnson5084

3 жыл бұрын

Ben Platt is amazing, and so are all the other Evans. Ben Levi Ross, Taylor Trensch, Andrew Barth Feldman, Jordan Fisher, they all add something different to the character

Though I love Pentatonix, and think they did a good job technically, Ben Platt is just so expressive and good at embodying Evan and his emotions. His voice, with its beautiful vibrato and unique depth also adds to this song. Pentatonix's version was beautiful, but I felt like it lacked the deep emotion and connection to the song. I also think that it just felt too smooth and almost expressionless, with the typical serious delivery in Pentatonix videos. It didn't feel like a desperate cry for recognition in an indifferent world from a lonely, broken kid, it was a just another pretty song by talented singers.

@rlhcat7662

5 жыл бұрын

You so perfectly said everything I was thinking. I just wish they'd slowed it down a little and gave it more inflection.

@jandmvideos9051

4 жыл бұрын

So true.

@marciaalbert5109

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Though I love Pentatonix and it was technically great I feel that it lacked emotion/depth. Characterization gives a song texture that it otherwise lacks. Had I not seen Ben Platt first I would probably love P’s version. Being a musical theater nerd has its drawbacks.

Suggestion for a twist on this comparison series: compare Ben Platt’s cover of Can’t Sleep Love to Pentatonix’s original. :)

@carrieb1781

5 жыл бұрын

Ooooo... I didn't know about that! YES!

@emmymatt

5 жыл бұрын

Preach Queen!!

@jenniferyoungberg

5 жыл бұрын

Yes! I love that cover!!! That would be a FANTASTIC comparison. Someone covering Pentatonix rather than the other way around!

@jenniferyoungberg

5 жыл бұрын

Here you go! 😊 kzread.info/dash/bejne/oqaTyMOJkZqnZLQ.html

@korbinjohnson5084

3 жыл бұрын

wait ben did a cover of Can't Sleep Love?!!!

Thank you for putting up a comparison reaction, not many people do that. So, a couple of things: 1) Main difference between them is the performance. Ben Platt, of course, was the star of Dear Evan Hansen, and this was a performance at the Tony Awards. So Ben was never going to "sing" the song, he was going to "act" the scene/song, just as he would perform it 8 nights a week on Broadway. So of course he performed it more expressively, more emotionally, even with a hint of being on the verge of tears in a couple of spots. For a few minutes, everyone in the auditorium and in their living rooms got to "watch" Dear Evan Hansen - not "listen" to Waving Through a Window. What Pentatonix did would be the equivalent of a pop star doing the studio soundtrack version for the record label of a song performed by an actor in a film. Of course you're not going to see the emotion, or personality ticks that Ben Platt put out. He's acting, they're singing. And they're not singing in front of a Broadway audience in a packed house, they are performing it on a sound stage with no one in the room. So it's not really a fair comparison, from that standpoint. 2) What this DOES demonstrate however, which is why I appreciate you reacting comparatively to both in one video, is just how incredibly Pentatonix reflected the original backing music to the song. It really speaks to how well they understand music, and how to recreate instrumental sounds and orchestral complexities with just five voices. Go back and watch them both again, but this time focus on the music, rather than the vocals. As talented as every single one of these singers are vocally, it pales in comparison to their ability to recreate full orchestral music. I think we've gotten so used to how good they are at it, we take it for granted a little. This is a great reminder of just how good they really are. So I love both performances, from different standpoints, and I love having the original to show where PTX is drawing from to produce what we hear when they arrange a piece. Thanks again, for that.

PTX is great. And did great. Ben platt not only was live but he sang the whole song by himself which makes his performance imo not only absolutely amazing but non comparable. PTX was a studio version with 3 different people singing parts of the song. (What they did with the beat boxing was incredible)

Anna Kendrick introducing Ben Platt, they were in Pitch Perfect together. Ben won the Tony Award for the performance. Jerod, Ben has several new videos out of original songs. I highly recommend them.

I love the PTX version, but that first one was epic also in a totally different way. Loved that guy's voice and emotion. The first time I saw the PTX version I kept thinking wtf is Matt wearing, but that didn't take away from their perfection and me singing this song for days after.

If you get a chance you should go see the play/musical! Great reaction, I liked the surprised looks on your face when you saw Ben perform and understood what it was about. It was a nice touch having Anna Kendrick introduce him since she started in theater and he was part of Pitch Perfect also.

Something else to know...Ben had been singing that song and all the others in Dear Evan Hansen for over a year, 8 times a week, for both the Broadway season and pre-Broadway try-outs. And he sings for much of the show. He was actually on vocal rest leading up to the Tonys. I remember Scott even mentioned the vocal workout of just that song in one of his Instagram stories. If you like this song. I’d urge you to listen to the cast recording. There are amazing numbers in it, and the story is amazing. Not sure if you knew that the composer and lyricist for this show were the ones who did the songs for The Greatest Showman and the lyrics for La La Land, among other shows.

@valogden

2 жыл бұрын

They just recently worked with Pink on her latest song All I Know So Far.

You said it, PTX as always, “Executing with Excellence” I heard Scott said this song means a lot to him personally. His voice and the PTX genius really shines out in this comparison. Thx, Jerod!

Every time I watch Ben Platt’s performance I cry.

I'd never watched Ben's performance until this video. He was amazing. After hearing his version I'm not surprised PTX covered it cause it almost feels made for them. I love both versions. I had to listen to the PTX version a few times before the words and their meaning started sinking in. At first all I could hear was how great they sounded, but the more I listened to the song the more I started getting the meaning. I agree the song needs an award, it hits home with me and I'm sure it does several people.

Pentatonix are good, but Ben brings me to tears every time I listen to this song. Pentatonix version is a good song, bens version is an experience

Since you liked his voice I would highly recommend you listen to his origibal album which was released earlier this year. All songs on there are great, but I especially like "Bad Habit", "Easy my mind", "Run Away", "Grow as we go" and "Older", so I'd be really happy to see your reaction to those!

I think it's nice to appreciate both the Broadway version and the group performance by pentatonix bc they are so different. Nice reaction :)

I feel like ben's was more emotional and connected to the character but pentatonix's was more challenging and dynamic. They both had amazing aspects, but in different fields.

Ben does so good portraying a guy with bad anxiety...perfect for Broadway, but I love Ptx version just for listening.

Thank you for doing this comparison, Jerod. I always appreciate your comments and thoughts at the end of each one you do. I'm happy you enjoyed Ben Platts delivery of the song, he gives context to the song's meaning, with his Evan Hansen mannerisms. Take care and all the positives to you and fam.

can we just appreciate what a great description of dear evan hansen that was in the beginning

Pentatonix: the song is ALWAYS the star. They were put on earth to educate and uplift us. Beautiful souls with angel voices. I also had not put together tapping on the window with a cell screen. Lol. Ah well... other generation. Great reaction again.

Thank you for this. Ben's performance was beautiful!

This particular performance I've seen at least hundred times and still he gets me crying..

Saw the musical and looking forward to the movie. I hope it comes close to the play. Ben recently performed on AGT with the song You Will Be Found. It was incredible.

I'm in love with this musical!

I apologise in advance to anyone who disagrees but when he said at the start that he's not gonna see who's better: Ben's better He just is sorry Pentatonix I love you But he's better

@hannahpauls2528

4 жыл бұрын

James Marriott i loved the pentatonic version but they lost so much of the emotion that the song needs. ben platt just packs in every bit of emotion possible and they didn’t do that

First, thanks for these comparison videos. I really want to see that musical now. Second, I am loving the way the PTX is branching out and singing music from so many different places. "Come Along", a quirky out-of-left-field song, this song, from Broadway, and the list goes on. It's great that they don't just stick to current Pop hits.

@Lupin788

5 жыл бұрын

The members of PTX (past and present) can sing any genre of music. They've demonstrated that during The Sing-Off and with their group & solo projects. From Sesame Street to rap & hip-hop, from Broadway to classical, orchestra & operatic/choral to pop & classic rock, country, EDM, alt-rock, indie & folk, they've done it all.

Love your reactions always!! 💕 keep up the amazing work 😊

I absolutely loved this reaction! Ben Platt is SO talented. In one of Scott's Instagram stories he mentioned that he doesn't know how Ben could sing this song night after night on Broadway like he did because it isn't an easy song to perform. Also, if you want a good Ben Platt original this one is BEAUTIFUL: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k3iZsLOHpLqXlps.html I don't usually share anything but PTX, but Ben is an exception. 😊

Heck yeah they nailed it and they didn't have full orchestra support 😄👍🏻

Ben basically acts while singing which idk how that's even possible lol

Oh Jerod, both the version are awesome because this song is incredible!!!

This Pentatonix and Ben Platt stan is on cloud nine

Scott, Mitch and Kirstie are excellent singers but Kevin and Matt are the glue that keep them all together. They are all so talented and whatever they do they nail it. I love this group.

Great to hear the original first. I also had never heard it before.

I did really love the Pentatonix the version of this song and it was wonderful but, Ben Platt just really brings this song to life and makes it so powerful!

Just gonna say... I prefer Ben's singing... It has the emotion, act, and unique voice, and Ben really shows the meaning of the song, like the breathing thing he do, holding his shirt, and facial expression, he really shows what the song really needs to feel, PTX did great! Perfect voice to make Acapella, but it lacks emotion, the song felt so fast, it's a catchy genre they did and it can make us move or dance, but the song has a meaning, they did it fun, but the lyrics of the song is sad... Like it's confusing... I LOVE the beat they did and that's what I like to them! If only they just make it slower and give more emotion to it... It would be *PERFECTLY PERFORMED*

Love your reaction. This was a great comparison. Thank you.

Beautifully said...Executing with Excellence!!!

I am just one of those pentaholics who get to know the original because of a PTX cover 🤣. But yeah someone already mentioned abt comparing PTX's original song Can't Sleep Love with Ben Platt's cover of it. Pls so that, Jerod. I am sure you'll appreciate the different interpretation. Yes i agree 💯 what makes PTX amazing is its being acapella 💛🇵🇭

When I realized the meaning of the song, it hit me like it did you, i was thinking riding in a vehicle originally

React to Scott Hoying singing call me maybe with Luke Edgemon, it's not the best song to cover but their live performance makes that song really good to hear

💥It's AMAZING what they do with covers.. GREAT REACTION!!... PENTATONIX is AMAZING... Scott slayed those vocals!!🤩

To fully appreciate the level of character in Ben Platt's version of the song, take a peek at any of his original songs that have videos on KZread. You will see just how much of the Tony performance was really acting through music. Ben himself has none of those tics, twitches, or fidgets.

Only Ben can sing , perform his music 🤩🤩 his voice is phenomenal! 🔥❤️ Love you Ben 😍 so much. 😘😘

@JerodM

2 жыл бұрын

Ben is very good, yes, but I disagree with you. Pentatonix did just fine singing this. I’ve seen other great covers and some with Ben watching and enjoying it. Liking a cover doesn’t take away from the original.

So amazing 🤩 There’s nothing to compare is tho. Benji is incredibly talented but Pentatonix brings their own thing to any song. Love them both!! 💕💕

ptx does a great job with the song, but they sound like a talented group of singers singing a good song. ben platt adds so much weight to the song effortlessly and its impossible to replicate that feeling into a pop song. both are great versions of the song, but if made to choose im taking platts rendition every single time

Pentatonix version was good but nowhere as compelling as Ben's. Maybe if Mitch had sang the lead, I feel like he delivers emotion the best.

@rlhcat7662

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, yes and yes!

@aks799

5 жыл бұрын

Yes yesyesyesyesyes yesyesyes - yes -

@Lupin788

5 жыл бұрын

I love Mitch but in order for him to be as compelling as Ben in this performance (or as close as one can get), he'd have to almost "live" the role like Ben did for 2+ years.

@judithcure2255

5 жыл бұрын

@@Lupin788 I agree that it wouldn't be the same as Ben's, I just think it would've been better with Mitch on the lead instead of Scott. I think Mitch delivers the emotion in a song much better than Scott does.

@Lupin788

5 жыл бұрын

@@judithcure2255 Well, that's a pretty absolutist statement to make. I think they each have their own strengths in different songs. For example, do you really think Mitch would have been a better lead in "Let's Get It On", "Sing", "Cracked" or "Natural Disaster"? I trust PTX to decide amongst themselves which member is the best suited to a part. For example, I thought they divvied up the parts in Bohemian Rhapsody perfectly.

More Ben platt reactions!

@lindsayveller4772

4 жыл бұрын

Please!!!!!

I know his is great, but Ben is an actor, too. I still like PTX voices, their passion, they always make me happy. Mitch's lower tone fits the serious song.

Would love to see Ben Platt react to the Pentatonix version

You should react to Ben Platt's new videos. He recently released an album of songs he wrote. They are beautiful.

Please react to Ben Platt’s Grammy performance of “Somewhere”

I am a massive of both Ben and pentatonix, but this highlights a couple of things for me about pentatonix is they sometimes lose the soul of the song in the cover, they perform it beautifully and I don’t think it’s on them that it doesn’t hold feeling to be, I believe it’s just due to some types of songs not translating well to group/accapella performances. This song has a lot of meaning behind it and I feel that in the beautifully technical accapella cover of it that gets lost. Possibly not helped by Scott singing the lead, who despite having a fantastic voice doesn’t have much that draws me in or connects to me, it’s just too... standard maybe is the word? Ben’s biggest draw for me is his ability to put emotion into what he sings, which is helped by his ridiculous vibrato, it gives him a uniqueness and appeal that I find really enjoyable. Possibly Scott sang it better in his studio performance compared to bens live one but still.

The Pentatonix version was amazing and flawless because it was a studio version that allowed them to sing it until it was at perfection. Ben’s version was amazing and LIVE and to me, even more remarkable because he did that at the Tonys, one on one with the audience live and with all of the onstage dimensions of the performance as well. To me a more effective and fair comparison vocally (even though these artists are apples and oranges) would be with the studio version that he did off of the soundtrack of “Dear Evan Hansen.” I am very thankful that you celebrated both of these versions, however I must say any of the Ben Platt versions of the song move me powerfully. Well not so much with other artists that have done this song. He owns it, it’s him. He brings this character to life. Any other version is kind of like somebody trying to cover and Eddie Van Halen guitar solo. It’s in the park but, not quite the same. Ben is the man!

@JerodM

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had the privilege of hearing Pentatonix do this song live as well and I have to say it was excellent. Ben has been so supportive of their cover of this song and their cover is such a great hats off to his version that made this song what it is.

Matt and Kevin make them all a band into themselves.🎵

This is the one pentatonix cover where i think the original is better than their cover. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE their cover, but I'm a theatre kid and DEH holds such a spot in my heart. Pentatonix gave the song a pop feel and while that sounds great, I prefer the raw emotion of the broadway version.

AND ALSO HIS ALBUM "SING TO ME INSTEAD" CAME OUT ON MARCH 29. PLEEEEEEAAAASSSSEEEE CHECK IT OUT EVERYBODY

Great reaction - but I'm still not loving the PTX version of this. Mitch would have been amazing in the lead, better range for him and he could relate to a shy and anxious kid. I love Kirstie's voice in this, but her part is so short. Scott seems to be rushing through it, especially the spoken part, which sounds like he's just reading it.

@yazupgaming1888

5 жыл бұрын

RLH CAT I believe that the group may have agreed on allowing Scott to have the lead because of what the song means to him. Mitch and Kirstie did great in the parts that they had. Although we don’t how Mitch would sound singing lead, I’m sure it would’ve been amazing as well.

@rlhcat7662

5 жыл бұрын

@@yazupgaming1888 I've heard Mitch talk about his social shyness, so I'm sure he could also relate to the meaning of the song. And he could certainly kill the lead in a song like this. Scott does so many leads lately that it's beginning to feel like Scott and the Quadrotonix, IMO of course.

@yazupgaming1888

5 жыл бұрын

RLH CAT Mitch definitely could also relate to this song in so many ways. I do hope that he gets to sing lead in songs that PTX may be coming out with because I’m missing his voice.

Jerod, so would you say seeing Pentatonix live is like finding out superman is real? Like how close does their live sound get to their videos?

@bettyhalamickova589

5 жыл бұрын

I have heard them life. Had even private performance of mic. They sound exactly the same. They are composing/arranging music to be able to sing it exactly the same live. It is breathtaking

@JerodM

5 жыл бұрын

They are almost exactly the same. It’s incredible. They are naturally talented. It makes the audio engineer and mastering job easy.

I love pentatonix but Ben was Evan for three years. He became this character, it means more to me coming from Ben. I still love the ptx version, but I’ll always prefer the original. But that’s just my opinion.

Silly Jerod, you can't do a comparison of a live vs studio version. I love Pentatonix but they have an unfair edge here.

@Lupin788

5 жыл бұрын

It was a comparison of styles - solo vocals plus instrumental backing vs group a cappella. Besides, Ben Platt killed that performance. Also, PTX live performances are not too much different from studio renditions. If there was an "advantage", I think Ben had it here because a good live performance has a level of emotion that might not be as apparent in a studio recording.

@christinahuang261

4 жыл бұрын

Although Pentatonix are recording in a studio where the mics are obviously better quality I don’t think they alter their voices in any way

@hannahpauls2528

4 жыл бұрын

Mark Bell even with them being in a studio i still think ben did much better in my opinion

5:25 Run conner!RUN!!!

I think if more context had been provided via PTX's video, it would've taken it to a whole new level. The music is flawless of course tho

Hey, you should totally start reacting to Ptxperiences again! 😊

Ben Platt is incredible (I am not a musical person so first time really watching him)but when you have 5 incredible voices doing the song, it’s an unfair fight

@JerodM

Жыл бұрын

Thankfully it's not a fight. It's a comparison to see how different artists cover or perform the music. I love Scott's approach to that iconic vocal that Ben gave in the original production and in subsequent performances since then.

Ben Platt ❤

Hey Jerod Morissette has a brand new video on WishBus dropped just yesterday. It’s called Shine by her idol Regine Velasquez. 🔥

Ben plattt The Goat😭😭

I love me some pentatonix but gotta be honest that having a group sing that particular song kinda lowers the meaning of the song itself. Ben platt really brings the feeling of evans loneliness and also fear of messing up in front of people and it just really brings a whole new level of the song… the only thing lonely feeling in pentatonix video is the piano in the background lol. That’s just my personal opinion.

Bens version is by far superior. Bens voice is one of the best in the business. No one can perform this song better.

Love both of their performances. But I like Pentatonix one better. Great reaction

@JerodM

5 жыл бұрын

I have heard Pentatonix live and they aren’t any different live than they are in the record

@JerodM

5 жыл бұрын

I think you need to see a Pentatonix concert. They dance and move around quite a lot. The point of this comparison is to hear how they interpret and perform the music and likewise for Ben. Not saying one is better or worse, just listening to how they choose to sing.

@wendys1227

5 жыл бұрын

I've seen Pentatonix in concert last August

@jerichogimeno4663

4 жыл бұрын

Just gonna say... I prefer Ben's singing... It has the emotion, act, and unique voice, and Ben really shows the meaning of the song, like the breathing thing he do, holding his shirt, and facial expression, he really shows what the song really needs to feel, PTX did great! Perfect voice to make Acapella, but it lacks emotion, the song felt so fast, it's a catchy genre they did and it can make us move or dance, but the song has a meaning, they did it fun, but the lyrics of the song is sad... Like it's confusing... I LOVE the beat they did and that's what I like to them! If only they just make it slower and give more emotion to it... It would be PERFECTLY PERFORMED

Please react to more songs by Ben platt. He makes his own music and it is soooo good. Or react to him singing more dear Evan Hansen songs

I think Pentatonix sang the song so well. That being said, Ben performed part of the play AND sang the song. For just listening purposes I like Pentatonix’s version, but as part of the play, obviously Ben did that. So if I was going to watch the play, I’d prefer Ben’s version.

Yes PTX is skilled and good but I still prefer the broadway versions because PTX seems too forget the meaning of the song they sing.

Please react to the song of Loïc nottet : 29 It is an extraordinary singer if you are curious and like the voices out of norms that should please you. Excuse me for my english, I'm french.

The Pentatonix version is great but it just doesn't have the same emotion.

No one beats Ben Platt

Compared to ben platt pen has nothing on him you have to remember that they have ato tune and editing while ben always did it live. Also there's a lot more emotion in Ben's voice I dont know I just like ben a lot better

I'm a huge Ben Platt fan and I'm a huge Pentantonix fan. I have to say, although the performance was great it was mainly preformed by Scott, and I feel he did not Bring the emotion this song requires and definatly would not be able to deliver it as successfully as Ben on a live stage performance of Dear Evan Hansen. I did love the Pentantonix cover but it just did not have the Broadway feel for me.

Personally I think Scott sang it better. Put aside all the back story of the song and just let the song stand alone. I truly believe Scott sang it better.

Sorry, Scott gets my vote rather easily. Sorry. Just the way I hear it.

The pentatonix version just sounds "pretty" to me, it doesn't have any of the depth Ben Platt brings to the performance. They're good singers but I can't help but feel the performance is hollow.

I don't understand this video. You are trying to critique the original person and performance from a Broadway show. It's not an interpretation or a version. He is the original. It is the original. Makes no sense. Everyone else is a version. It's not to be questioned. Hes dojng the performance from the show bro.

@JerodM

3 жыл бұрын

I’m comparing the original with the performance from Pentatonix. How Pentatonix performs it compared to how it was done originally. Get it?

It is Evan's song, not a hip song. You've never (really?) heard of a vocal group doing the sounds and music like that? Your musical knowledge is so limited. It was owned by Ben. He did an entire show (8 times a week) doing that character and that song and all of the others. Considered one of the best performances EVER. You have shallow, plebian tastes, man.

@JerodM

3 жыл бұрын

wow, insults surrounded by patronization. You may be surprised at my experience and knowledge of music. The point of this video was to compare the two performances of this song. That's it. To see how it was done originally and how it was done by PTX. At it's core, people may prefer a cover over an original. Why? because of choice. Thanks for your comment.

I actually feel like Pentatonix didn't use their strengths enough for this song. Scott sang so much of it solo and his voice is nowhere near as good as Ben's. So their version didn't do much for me. It's a shame because we know how capable they are of transforming songs in incredible ways.

@rlhcat7662

5 жыл бұрын

Based on the small part Mitch sang in it, it would have been an amazing lead for him. And he has often mentioned his social anxieties, so I think he could have really pulled it off.

I don't really care much for the original tbh. Maybe if I saw the musical with all the context, but I much prefer the Pentatonix version.

@christinahuang261

4 жыл бұрын

I really recommend you watch or read the book that was based on the musical. The storyline is beautiful and the emotion in the original is amazing.

I don’t like the pentatonix version honestly. It just loses all the emotion and meaning.