This kid was my neighbor. He, his mom and his sister came to our house and sang to us on our front porch. He came over and he and I sang together while he played that guitar. I remember when his dad passed. It was so sad. I am so happy for him.

@ijnap81

11 ай бұрын

wow. you must be proud of him wonderful story, wonderful Iam

@justaskjudy

11 ай бұрын

Wowwww ❤❤❤

@MHP-hk5ks

11 ай бұрын

That’s awesome, thanks for sharing ❤

@CarlosRosario

11 ай бұрын

Lucky neighbor!

@irmarosalinda3339

11 ай бұрын

ssnd big 🤗 for IAM......very lovely man

“I’m not your son, you’re not my father, we’re just two grown men saying goodbye “- just hits me hard…

@gnoel3735

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I agree, that was a tough one.

@letsgo7368

Жыл бұрын

Agree. My dad and I were best buddies. Being beside his bed at our home with my brothers and mom was hard but humbling. We are all humans and we had to tell him goodbye.

@markpierce4416

Жыл бұрын

He reminds me of Iz. His voice soothes and moves me at the same time.

@nopoint808

Жыл бұрын

i was thinking to myself “this song not too bad” then when he said that line gahhhhdam it hit me 😭😭

@aceface3216

Жыл бұрын

Man my dad just past a few days ago from cancer and this song hit me to deep

I'm a grown ass man looking at a phone sobbing. This kid is amazing.

@jjackkk887

2 ай бұрын

same man, just found this and my laptop got tears everywhere

@vershagreer9781

2 ай бұрын

Me too bro😢

@bubbagump1306

2 ай бұрын

Sobbing?

@jjackkk887

2 ай бұрын

@@bubbagump1306 sobbing means crying loudly

@ErinHolmes-cd2id

2 ай бұрын

Same my man ..THE SAME !!!!!!!!

My dad passed on in October 2023. Because of this video, he wanted it to be played at his funeral. A friend of mine performed it and knocked it out the park. Thank you Iam, I will have this memory and video, forever

@Victor-nv2tl

3 ай бұрын

Hopefully he is in peace. My dad is still around so I'ma try to still cherish the moments together

@MrNikes91

3 ай бұрын

@@Victor-nv2tl make as many memories as possible, take copious amounts of photos and videos. Cheers man, thanks for the message

@ronnie7100

3 ай бұрын

Wish I had something like this, my father had no funeral 😢

@MrNikes91

3 ай бұрын

@ronnie7100 I hope you received closure. All we can do is hold onto the memories. The last thing they would want is to see, is us suffer

@Yankees123454

2 ай бұрын

Sorry for you’re lost Brody 🥺

That might be the most incredible performance I’ve ever heard. No auto tune, no producers. Just a boy with a guitar, mourning the death of his father.

@darrylcounts3157

10 ай бұрын

Phenomenal

@projectdelta50

10 ай бұрын

I knew that emotion would empower him to perform at 1000%.

@krombopulosrick7920

9 ай бұрын

Singing a song like this only happens once. The nerves and emotions turn it into something that can't be captured in the studio later.

@redddogg2461

9 ай бұрын

That was awesome and hurt at the same time. That lil dude just made this grown man cry. I don’t have a dad but I lost my youngest brother in 2010. Death of your best friend who is also blood really sucks man. This kid has a long road ahead but he made it I know his pops is proud!!! Rip to his pops and RIP my lil brother!!!

@somerandom7458

9 ай бұрын

I prefer the acoustic guitar to the electric. He was awesome.

When you see something so pure, you realize the studio don't need any fancy editing. Dried my eyes from crying so much 😭

@fstv5543

Жыл бұрын

Bang Tara 🤲

@febiahmad6086

Жыл бұрын

Sama bang 🥺

@anonymousarbi

Жыл бұрын

You're damned true ! This pureness just magnificent !

@muhamadafanamirularif1338

Жыл бұрын

Bangggg 😭😭😭😭😭

@VinzeDiesel

Жыл бұрын

Vanggg 😭😭

I had exactly the same reaction as Ritchie at 2:49. "We're just two grown men saying goodbye" just hits differently.

@Loops-1

2 ай бұрын

Omg me too. When it started I was like “oh this is a nice little love song” and then my heart dropped when I heard that line.

@lawrencegatley6157

23 күн бұрын

got a lump in my throat as soon as I heard it

@T-BRAX

14 күн бұрын

Same

It's simple. A father and sons bond is like no other.

@adamw7340

2 ай бұрын

If you have a decent father...

@user-mx8dh3zn2w

Ай бұрын

​@adamw7340 decent or not, anyone can be a monster....what you let go of is blaming yourself for it, making yourself accountable for a monster who didn't ever blame himself. Make yourself better than him and then see what happens...still havent achieved the last bit..Will lyk how it goes

@Garf_malarf

10 күн бұрын

@@user-mx8dh3zn2wbeautifully said

My dad attended the funeral for Iam's dad. Music flows strong through the blood of the Tongi family. Never met you cousin, but I love you and wish you luck!!

@i.loves.you.3000

Жыл бұрын

Awwww !!!

@jayasavunat7173

Жыл бұрын

Malo toko

@francisenterina4097

Жыл бұрын

awwwww❤❤

@rhondawebb1439

Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful young man with an amazing voice! An awesome tribute to his Dad who I am sure was smiling down at his son from heaven as he sang ❤️

@dennislee5270

Жыл бұрын

Love this comment 💯

To any son who's lost a father. This hits hard.

@Keys879

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, man.

@shredbetty2188

11 ай бұрын

BIGTIME😓

@scoobee4921

11 ай бұрын

I have my Father and it still hits hard.

@rivas1903

11 ай бұрын

I missss him sooo damnnn much and iam the oldest in the family, have to be strong to keep everyone together but when im alone, i scream…like im trying to scream the pain away from my soul…

@cliftonbrown0685

11 ай бұрын

Facts, i be damned if my eyes didn't well up when he said were just two grown men saying goodbye

I feel this young man's emotions! I lost my father when I was 21. I'm 54 now, and I've missed him every day! This song and his delivery have me in tears every time I hear it.

@wyattbreymeyer4033

3 ай бұрын

im 23, i lost my dad to colon cancer 3 years ago now, this song makes me bawl

@ptahhotep2

Ай бұрын

I feel sad for you

@user-yy3iw4be8c

22 күн бұрын

😢😢😢😢😢

My mother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer on November 28, 2023. In that time I have seen her fight for each day and to choose to make each say her best. She is my bestfriend, I cannot imagine what life is going to be without her. We are within the final stages and we don't know how long we have. Each day is a gift and a blessing. This man's story touched a deep part of my soul. That was beautiful. I'll be showing my mom this video. I know she's going to love it.

@farmingwithbron

Ай бұрын

I will pray for you and your mom.

@hopeful5303

Ай бұрын

Prayers to your mom!! She deserves the best and is doing her best throughout the process, bless you ❤❤

@brennanbourne

Ай бұрын

Wishing you beautiful memories with your mom. My father passed when I was eleven. It doesn't get easier, but rather becomes your new normal. I cherish all the time I had with him and hope you will too. ❤

@adrianpereira2327

20 күн бұрын

I'm so sorry

@joecarroll1990

16 күн бұрын

Before my father passed away 2 years ago when I spent time with him I started asking him about his life. His whole life, like every memory he had. And I just listened. It’s some of the best memories I now have. I wish I would have asked sooner. I got to learn so much about him that I never knew.

Some music comes from the mouth.. some music comes from the mind... some music comes from the heart... This man's music comes from the very center of his soul. He didn't just sing a song to audition.... he gave us the privilege to enter his life and see his character, his love to see his father and his hope to secure his future. He didn't just share his music... he gave us a priceless gift. Iam Tongi, thank you.

@stevenveganightowl12

Жыл бұрын

I felt the sameway, he's going to Hollywood, and I hope he makes it deep in the finals. It got me.

@yply.o.7877

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful comment that has put the crazy string and graph of music into readable words and for that I thank u.

@PatrickBradshaw215

Жыл бұрын

🙌🏽

@christinetrimm9905

Жыл бұрын

I feel so bad for him 😢

@taezenwusstigsarme8832

Жыл бұрын

So beautifully worded

He sang this for his father. I haven’t cried or shred a tear in almost 7 years. This broke me down.

@satan4hire

8 ай бұрын

Shred lol

@Itsyourboy_ray

8 ай бұрын

Listen to the original which was created by james blunt because his dad was dying

@emzzan88

8 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤

@onelesschromey1256

8 ай бұрын

Shredding harder than Metallica

@dustinwhitehead2310

8 ай бұрын

Lost my pops Canada Day 2015, this right here has me wiping a few silent tears away myself.

"When you love so deeply, you feel so deeply." That's so definitely true Lionel ❤️

My dad passed 14 years ago. I still remember hearing my mom's blood curdling scream and i ran out of my room to see her standing at his feet as he was gone. I went through a major depression then I lost my mom 7 years after that and yeah this song just yeah

@simenutti3852

2 ай бұрын

ill pray for you

@bobobignutz

2 ай бұрын

@@simenutti3852can you pray for me too? Sorry

@seven0hhsavage

2 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear.

@dickmasterflex7522

2 ай бұрын

Hugs ❤

@Garf_malarf

10 күн бұрын

They are always with you. I’m sorry for your loss. Go kick ass and make them proud.

"People thought I cry because I miss him, but its because I hear him singing" what a beautiful statement shows his connection and spirit to the world. Makes you stop and think.

@Jdo3210

4 ай бұрын

Damnit man this can’t be more true😔 Man I miss my dads singing 😔

@joannajamerson35

3 ай бұрын

Beautiful ❤

@gabe9740

2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful thing to say. Kid is full of heart.

Dude. This man single handedly made American Idol relevant again. I know I personally didn't even know it was still around until Iam's audition vent viral instantly. Mahalo and congrats to this young man.

@FootballPrincess49

11 ай бұрын

Same !!!

@wholesomelad4699

11 ай бұрын

He honestly sang this better than the original

@michaelrz742

11 ай бұрын

Bro same I used to watch American idol but it's been over like 5 years since I've watched it but I came up on his video and he made it relevant for me again

@nvwcj22

11 ай бұрын

Me too! I tuned out years ago but someone told me to watch this & it's just undone me! Can't stop crying. His voice is incredible & he's so young & humble. Wishing him all the best! ❤🎉

@shredbetty2188

11 ай бұрын

ABSOLUTELY 💯%

I lost my dad last July after a torturous battle with ALS. Watching the strongest man I knew slowly lose control of all physical aspects in his life absolutely killed my soul. He did have have the final say in finally ending his suffering and while we will miss him so much forever, he was given one final bit of control back to his life. Miss you so much dad.

Now this, THIS IS TALENT! You can literally feel the emotions in the song. When he dedicates it to his dad he means it. SUCH a beautiful song and sung beautifully by this young gentlemen.

26 year old dude here. Lost my dad to terminal cancer when I was 19. Everything about Iam's demeanor and performance reminds me of myself shorty after my dad left and I couldn't stop crying after watching this. Wish I could give him a hug and just talk to him about it all. Love and Gratitude will always win. shoutout to all the amazing fathers out there.

@willwarner8225

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for your loss Jacob

@paulorr9262

Жыл бұрын

God Bless Jacob. I completely relate.

@sukahtonga310

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏼

@feahoakitapopo3878

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree I cried felt him losing my father as well Iam Tongi did that this was my first time hearing this song and it was the perfect song for you you got this LETS GOO

@scsclassics

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your looose

Lets give James Blunt a round of applause for writing this amazing song. 👏

@melissaarispe1551

Жыл бұрын

Love him❤️❤️

@jaimecampos8615

Жыл бұрын

Fuck James blunt he never acknowledged him or even his existence

@oliveAmira

Жыл бұрын

He sure did♥️

@melissaarispe1551

Жыл бұрын

James Blunt was my dream man back in the day😁

@Electricdreams21

Жыл бұрын

Underrated songwriter

Even tho i am a sensitive person, its not often that something makes me cry. This one hit me straight in the heart and immediatly i wrote my dad that i will come for Dinner tomorrow, because i am lucky to still have my parents arround living just a few meters away. Thank you for reminding me what is really important in life. I am sure your Dad is proud of you just as he was when he still was alive. Wish you all the best young man. Your Voice and they way you delivered it is a gift to the world. Thank you

This shit hits hard personally. Having a father who pretty much abandoned me at the age of 7 and now having a son of my own who is the same age as I was when my father left just brings up so many emotions. It just makes me grateful for having my son in my life because now I'm able to do everything that my dad didnt do for me.

@aidangodkin2280

3 ай бұрын

Bless you king 💚

@rhoxmontilla

2 ай бұрын

I hope you know that it's not ever your fault that he left...❤

I’ve never seen a more genuine reaction on this show than Lionel‘s reaction to this song. You can tell he immediately thought of his father. Powerful stuff.

@allygrottick3984

11 ай бұрын

So emotional 💔

@charliedu

10 ай бұрын

You can see when it started too. Around 3:00 once that line drops, Lionel's left hand started shaking and he was like, "oohh" like he recognizes something is happening to his body and soul and it was because of this young man's song.

@jmeyers88

10 ай бұрын

That’s my reaction when I eat chick fil a for the first time after a few months.

@Ramza941

10 ай бұрын

Lionel's reaction was definitely one the highlights of this video. Watching him struggle to keep his composure because of this performance was really something else.

@prettytallpaul

10 ай бұрын

@@jmeyers88 truer words have never been spoken 😂

I instantly started sobbing uncontrollably as soon as he started singing. My husband who lost his father a year ago was standing in front of the tv in tears he couldn’t even sit down. The only sound that filled our living room was this man’s beautiful voice and our sniffles. Truly captivated us and the room we were in through the tv. That’s insanely powerful. The gift you have is indescribable.

@johnmalone1189

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. My heart goes out to you & your husband. ❤️

@imee8843

Жыл бұрын

Me too🙏💕

@lindamin4340

Жыл бұрын

Truly❤

@MISNM0

Жыл бұрын

Easy for me to envision this moment. He really did fracture souls with this audition. Best to you both as you try to navigate this season. I mean that. 💛🌈

@MISNM0

Жыл бұрын

@@johnmalone1189 Very much agree

after 57 years on this planet you see and hear everything till the point of no surprises but this guy with this song cut open those old cloths and damn it gave me chill bumps and opened my heart to the greatest gift of life - LOVE

Hearing this today, the 19th of March, my Dad died on the 19th of March 2021.....I am crying like a baby, I miss you Dad, you will never know how much 😢 💔 ❤

Man how can you not cry. This guy connected on so many levels. No crazy runs or showing off his voice. Just pure emotion, cant even imagine being in that room

@txbassn7902

Жыл бұрын

You’re absolutely right!

@dinosaurd7295

Жыл бұрын

And notice. The only (modern) woman on the panel did not shed a tear.

@hydrostream76

Жыл бұрын

@@txbassn7902 i cried

@rakiest

Жыл бұрын

great musicians can often do very much with very little. Be it through feel, beautiful melody work, or emotional connection.

@ImNoTourist

Жыл бұрын

I didn't cry, after losing so many people I have learned to appreciate stuff more. I dont cry because its over, I laugh because it happened. Just remember how lucky we are to have the people we have, enjoy it while it lasts.

His voice went straight to my heart

@urvashikumari5187

Жыл бұрын

Nyc

@Ahmedraza-wg8lm

Жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@AliHamza-xf1ll

Жыл бұрын

Nicc

@mukhtiarahmedsoomro1994

Жыл бұрын

Nice video

@masum182

Жыл бұрын

Brilliant

Im crying like a baby, when your love is so deep and the person who's raised you and supported your dreams no matter what passes away you have to somehow refocus your life without them. So proud of this young man and his future is bright and his dad will always be with him. Simply a beautiful song and tribute to his dad.

I hope I’m not the only one that sees IZ in this kid. The heart, the emotion, the genuineness.

@wallypalmer4704

5 ай бұрын

You are so right! Iz lives again!

@yoashmo

3 ай бұрын

Who's IZ?

@Valix_G1

3 ай бұрын

@@yoashmo the guy who sang somewhere over the rainbow he passed away a few years ago it’s a beautiful song

@leemorralley7172

3 ай бұрын

If makes it easier was on the film 50 first dates at the end.

@wallypalmer4704

3 ай бұрын

@@yoashmo They referred to him as "The Voice of Hawaii". His name was Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, but most called him Bruddah Iz. He passed away in 1997. The man had an incredible voice.

“Priced outta paradise.” Gosh, that’s sad. God bless this man and his family! What a beautiful, touching voice he has.

@aloha_oe311

Жыл бұрын

Sadly it’s true. Hawaii is like USA’s moneymaker out of greed.. Everything is up for the rich.

@patrickdarling9553

Жыл бұрын

That's a song in itself and if the young man sees this? He should pen "Priced outa Paradise"

@carolkamaile1967

Жыл бұрын

30,000 locals are moving from Hawaii each year. My 3 grand children moved to Vegas for a better life for them and their children. Local people that don't already have a house in Hawaii, can't afford to buy one now that starts at over half a million dollars on a zero lot(which means 10 feet between you and your neighbor with very little front and back yard. YES, priced out of paradise.

@hannahmarie3223

Жыл бұрын

We are all getting priced out. I’m born and raised in Honolulu but my husband and I had to relocate to Arizona where we could actually afford to live

@elkende

Жыл бұрын

About to be priced out. Lucky enough to be living with family, but that can only last for so long. PSA don’t move to Hawai’i and if you visit pick up your trash and tip well 🙏

This young man litrally won the show off of his first audition. What a legend.

@Cla2-kt9md

8 ай бұрын

True an best part

@erikjohansen7564

8 ай бұрын

only becouse his competiton sucked ICK!"

I’ve listened to this EASILY… over 100 times…. I still have my father, and 1 of my Grandpa’s…. I sob like a baby each time and it doesn’t matter when or where…. I listen and replay it over and over and over. Honestly it’s a great release. As a man, we all need this release. It doesn’t matter if you’ve experienced it, or will experience this pain…. It lets you know we all have an expiration date, we will never know when it is. So, hug everyone, be the greatest person you can be. Find something in your day that will make you happy and appreciative.

I'm very taken by this song and this young man's ability to take it to the next level, I lost my dad awhile back now and he wasn't that old either but he was sick with diabetes, he fought for as long as he could and u never got the chance to say what he really meant to me, it's always good to hear this song and I pray my dad is resting peacefully and not suffering anymore. Good luck to this young man.😢😢

The fact he could keep himself together and sing this, is showing how strong he is, I’m sure his dad is super proud!

@jayargh1132

Жыл бұрын

I think it also shows his love for music and the importance of conveying the message through song in a beautiful way.

@njdarudedovich6126

Жыл бұрын

I think he let the pain go while singing. He felt better as he sings

@BLOXKAFELLARECORDS

Жыл бұрын

I know you love her.... but she has to experience me.... she has to... she loves me bro she won't tell you I will. Sorry. #johnnyx100

Ladies and Gentlemen, Your 2023 official American Idol winner, IAM TONGI. You did it bro. Love you ❤

@nickname-9001

11 ай бұрын

WE‼️ love him ❣️ he definitely deserve it 🥲

@mar6268

11 ай бұрын

I am so glad this young man won America idol, he had us in tears last night as he sang monsters. Love Iam’s voice he is going to go far. Congratulations Iam 🎉

@nickname-9001

11 ай бұрын

@@mar6268 amen 🤞

@rubren9683

11 ай бұрын

Amen.. Godbless him

@angiecaywood3999

11 ай бұрын

Everyone knows Colin should have won.

That young man only comes around once in a lifetime what a performance I'm honored to have listened to him the world is yours Iam Tongi

I have no words. This is beautiful. I’ve watched the video at least 20 times. Well done, Iam- you’re still touching souls with your song.

@stevelacklison1637

18 күн бұрын

James Blunt loved this version of his song

As a retired English teacher, I would just like to acknowledge the story telling quality. The definition of heartfelt and poignancy.

@mariamagina8332

Жыл бұрын

Thank you you for your correction I appreciate. Learning the language in the country I lived, I guess I always get it wrong . Thank you very much

@landongspirit

Жыл бұрын

How about the pronounciation? 😅

@8ootyL1CK3R

Жыл бұрын

It's called 'editing' In terms of the post production with the director & Also in this udeoscase It's the Pacific way

@MLGB0Yz

Жыл бұрын

Haha, being a teacher means nothing. I would love to challenge you to a competition to find the true language arts master.

@Graybeard_

Жыл бұрын

@@MLGB0Yz A. So all of your knowledge got into your head without any teachers? No one taught you how to read and write? B. Why would you think that an English teacher shouldn't make a comment about storytelling? C. It is quite common for ignorant, uneducated people to try and put down people who are educated. Like here, they only succeed in exposing their insecurities, their lack of self-confidence, and their low self-esteem. I feel sorry for you.

As an older musician of 35 years myself, I rarely give anyone a chance these days. Iam, something about you made me pause for a moment and lend my attention to you. When you began telling your story, I listened even closer...and then you began singing this song. In my 51 years there have been maybe 4 artists to bring me to tears and only one who brought tears that I could not stop. That was you!! Regardless of the results of this competition, I have no doubt you will go far with your talent. Your rendition of this song is so very special and I will pray that God brings you success. You deliver a love that is so rare in music these days. My heart broke during this performance but I immediately became a fan. This song, whether yours or not, was written for you to sing at this special moment in your journey. I truly wish you all the best in your career and life. As a Veteran, I salute you and as a father I send you my respect. Your father would absolutely be proud and is definitely shining on you. Bravo good sir. God Bless.

@aaronarreola5249

Жыл бұрын

Wow

@rosaliekickett1157

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful words ❤️

@joseluiscruzperez2524

Жыл бұрын

TRADUCCIÓN DEL COMENTARIO de @crushingthevector5837 Como músico mayor de 35 años, rara vez le doy una oportunidad a alguien en estos días. Pero, algo en ti me hizo detenerme por un momento y prestarte mi atención. Cuando comenzaste a contar tu historia, escuché aún más de cerca... y luego comenzaste a cantar esta canción. En mis 51 años ha habido tal vez 4 artistas que me hicieron llorar y solo uno que me hizo llorar y no pude parar. ¡¡Ese eras tú!! Independientemente de los resultados de esta competencia, no tengo dudas de que llegarás lejos con tu talento. Tu interpretación de esta canción es muy especial y rezaré para que Dios te traiga el éxito. Entregas un amor que es tan raro en la música en estos días. Mi corazón se rompió durante esta actuación, pero inmediatamente me convertí en fan. Esta canción, sea tuya o no, fue escrita para que la cantes en este momento especial de tu viaje. Realmente te deseo todo lo mejor en tu carrera y en tu vida. Como Veterano lo saludo y como padre le envío mis respetos. Tu padre estaría absolutamente orgulloso y definitivamente está brillando sobre ti. Bravo buen señor. Dios los bendiga.

@Motown8

Жыл бұрын

Those were beautiful words. Thank you for your service sir.

@iREK4Ni

Жыл бұрын

beautiful comment good sir. god bless

“The story is one thing, but the delivery of the story is what makes an artist great.” Couldn’t agree more. Enough said

watch when he sings about a hand on your arm and he looks to his side like his dad is there listening to him that's the moment that got me to tears and still does every time i watch this video

@soundmind7797

2 ай бұрын

I noticed that one as well. And booom! Tears were flowing like river

@beenhip

2 ай бұрын

this!

@mannypg1321

2 күн бұрын

That part gets me every single time

Honestly one of the best and most heartfelt performances Idol has probably seen. The emotional connection he makes with his delivery makes me hope he wins this season.

@nope9698

Жыл бұрын

EVER

@tonnymatan0165

Жыл бұрын

Agree with u

@1C5C5C1

Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍

@queenmi274

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I said the same thing

@denekabudget

Жыл бұрын

Agree

I’ve seen this multiple times and it cuts right through me every time. The love and respect a son has for his father is something only they understand.

@niccolecarter1096

7 ай бұрын

Same idc how many times I watch this I cry every time

@franz95223

6 ай бұрын

A lot of sons don't have respect for their fathers because their fathers are absent. Lots of black people don't have fathers. Their mothers had sperms donors. The women slept with men without protection and without any moral compass. The men came and went like they would do at the red light district.

@shaun5047

6 ай бұрын

Man my wife and I plan on trying for a child soon and I always find my way back here. lol This video makes me cry like a damn baby.

@arcmode

2 ай бұрын

Same here bro. This video pops in my feed every few months and it does it to me as well every time.

@richiecolon3774

2 ай бұрын

Same

I’ve watched this 20 times and still can’t stop the chills and tears I get every time. Strong performance

My dad is here m still crying this is the power of music has ability to feel what the artist feel its amazing as human being we so blessed to have feelings

“It’s my turn, to chase the monsters away.” Such a powerful lyric.

@808bboarder

Жыл бұрын

As a young man who can relate it’s perfect to sum up the feeling to carry the torch and protect and provide for the family.

@hutchonfire1

Жыл бұрын

James blunt is criminally underrated

@melv3992

Жыл бұрын

@@808bboarder yes!!! 🥹😭

@linlin4ken30

Жыл бұрын

The lyrics are great, but the delivery was amazing…

@courtneycoley8487

Жыл бұрын

I agree

I am a 45 year old woman, sitting at my dining table in a little village in northern England... crying into my porridge. Every person who has lost their parent, anywhere in the world, will feel this song in their soul. The delivery was mastery.

@marthannhicks5404

Жыл бұрын

This month in exactly 3 days will be 11 years since my dad passed away just 5 days shy of his 63rd birthday. I miss him every day.

@lolitadouglas5736

Жыл бұрын

Growing up my dad died when I was only five and can’t remember him but a lot of people said he was a very kind loving policeman in town. Known by the whole town. I can still remember his picture with him in his uniform .This really makes me cry even I’m now 70 yrs.old

@lindsaysvlogph

Жыл бұрын

I feel this too. Lost my dad 3 yrs ago. Still tough living w/o him and his love. This is soo touching

@jmjm1920

11 ай бұрын

Watching from Auckland NZ both my parents passed away 13 years ago in Tonga thinking of going back first time to see family's 🙏

@paulp4559

11 ай бұрын

Love the comment

I lost my dad almost 50 years ago but this young man really hit a nerve I haven't cried like this in a very long time thank you iam love you for you being you

Lionel is soooo genuine of a person.

After watching this I ended up calling my dad to tell him I love him after months not talking. Thank you

@lovedove2661

Жыл бұрын

❤

@fictionallove_2416

Жыл бұрын

❤❤

@wahyuolenk848

Жыл бұрын

So am i brother

@DanielleAkauola

Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@Redd.915

Жыл бұрын

ALREADY 💕💕💕

I'm 74. I lost my Dad nine years ago. I was 12,000 miles away and within 24 hours of learning he was dying I got on a plane heading home. He passed while I was in the air and to this day I regret not getting to say goodbye. This young man expressed in just a couple of minutes how anyone who has lost a parent feels. The roles change, father to son, mother to daughter, but the love lives on, and the memories are forever.

@gambalombo

Жыл бұрын

my content vids are better than american idol

@808bboarder

Жыл бұрын

@@gambalombo It’s really not

@KarolisDanys

Жыл бұрын

I hope your dad rests in peace. You got this and your dad is proud of you

@iiamfela

Жыл бұрын

Hugs 🥺

@latenightguitaradventures3022

Жыл бұрын

Much love my friend.

This hit me so hard as I lost my dad a year ago and I’m still struggling and feel your pain, your dad is so proud because you are amazing!

I’ve watched this numerous times and it still makes me cry . He is so deserving and humble. The love he shows for his Dad is touching. We love you Iam!

I love that Katy Perry asked his father's name. That simple gesture honors our ancestors 🙌🏽 🕊

@BoswellGary

10 ай бұрын

Unfortunately she seemed unaffected by the same song that had the other two men in tears.

@itsAmynow

10 ай бұрын

@@BoswellGary he sang it again with James Blunt in the live show and she absolutely lost it... it's worth a watch! Very moving...

@ninjafire3583

10 ай бұрын

​@BoswellGary some people can hide emotions well when infront of others

@brianseng4029

10 ай бұрын

@@BoswellGary She was affected, trust me, what you were seeing was just the Botox lmao

@fullyactivated

10 ай бұрын

@@brianseng4029 LOOOOOOOL, true, she was affected for sure

If you've lost your dad as a man, this is impossible not to make you cry

@CuddyClipssEnt

8 ай бұрын

I haven’t lost my dad he’s just not in my life but I felt every part of this

@jacoblopez6902

8 ай бұрын

Lost my dad September 21 2018. I cry like a baby listening to this. Next month will be 5 years since I lost him . Sorry for your loss

@forgivenessshikwambani8664

7 ай бұрын

I still have my dad but this made me cry.what a song.what a performance

@808bboarder

7 ай бұрын

Yup. Let’s stay strong and carry on the best of them within ourselves ❤

@pennylersin2055

7 ай бұрын

Im crying my eyes out and my dad is still here

For everyone who has lost their dad this song hits different 😢 if your lucky enough to still have your dad, give him a hug and tell him how grateful you are, you never know what tomorrow brings 😢

It will be 2 years that my dad unexpectedly passed away never heard this song till I heard this artist iam deliver this song I feel his pain like Lionel said when you love so deeply you feel so deeply wish him and everybody else many blessings

No runs and riffs, no belting. Just pure singing voice that captures the essence of the song and resonates with everyone's soul. You know it's a true musician when they are not even trying to impress the audience but just singing their hearts out. He's an authentic artist born in the language of music and I hope he could make it and create his own music because it's rare to find an artist nowadays that doesn't rely on techniques. This guy is a natural gem in music industry. Rooting for you big guy.👏

@salwasamman1714

Жыл бұрын

he sang from his pure soul

@cryptosashi7653

Жыл бұрын

I unliked it just to like it again Amazing ❤

@diegosk8er1

Жыл бұрын

This comment is just pure gold. Perfect!

@mongiejacobs578

Жыл бұрын

Wow what a comment...I agree 101%

@creativepeople6335

Жыл бұрын

Angelic voice

Iam Tongi - If you ever get a chance to read this comment, I want to say thank you. For introducing me to probably the most powerful song I have ever heard. My father and I rarely see eye to eye, yet after hearing your performance, I have a new found love and respect for him. I take him for granted when he's always had my back even though we had many disagreements. Thanks to you and James Blunt for this a million times! Now I realize that my dad isn't "bitching" at me. He just wants the best for me. It took me too long to realize, but now I can only hope to be half the father he is to me. I'm going to thank my father everyday now. Cheers and I'm rooting for you, Iam Tongi! Your father, Rodney Tongi, would be so proud!

@nszz916

Жыл бұрын

U said it all

@nszz916

Жыл бұрын

U said it all

@angeloaristondo2475

Жыл бұрын

Man…. Right in the chest because I had the same realization and want the same, you literally couldn’t have said it better. Word for word, thank you for this comment

@kenvo2463

Жыл бұрын

@j0epark1 and I thank you for reminding me what to do with my parent. You are absolutely right, we take our parents for granted and never appreciate them enough. I have to change that. Thank you to Iam Tongi too for the great reminder to us all

@j0epark1

Жыл бұрын

@@angeloaristondo2475 Thank you as well for taking it to heart! I genuinely felt a huge change in me after listening to the words in this song. I’m disappointed it took me this long to look at things through his lens, because I am not a father just yet, but I’m so glad I found this song to really think about things. My dad is going to get a better and better version of me from now on! Cheers to you and hope you do well too!

I just lost my dad 2 weeks ago and I’m listening to this music and it hits differently

My dad died 2 years ago as of a few days ago. Listening to this breaks my heart and heals it. Pure beauty.

Win or lose, you’ve already won millions with this audition. You made your dad and culture proud. Ofas toko 🙏🏽

@deirdremorris9234

Жыл бұрын

Agree. A healing word or song is worth more than gold.

@kenetileilua5715

Жыл бұрын

Much love from your Samoan brothers. Tokouso

@at3955

Жыл бұрын

@@kenetileilua5715 he actually half Samoan but we are all one

I can't imagine being an 18-year-old guy who just lost his father 2 months prior, and having the courage to sing about it while the world is watching. Bravo, young man, bravo!

@randycarey7487

9 ай бұрын

the best music comes from pain...sad but true

@Galatians872

9 ай бұрын

Amen. I am so grateful I had my dad till I was 35. But it still hurts and seeing this young man sing his feels is healing in so many ways. God bless you, young man.

My dad passed away on 03/06/24...I miss him so much😢

@UziGotFame

Ай бұрын

very sorry for your loss god bless you 🖤

@AFHndrsn0701

Ай бұрын

@@UziGotFame thank you

I don't even have that father-child bond, but my eyes are still melting.

@user-js8ii8qe7r

5 күн бұрын

Same😢

Look at us, everyone in the comments, appreciating this talented voice.... Many of us from different backgrounds, nationalities, countries, but yet here we are feeling the same feelings im sure. How beautiful us humans are and how we can come together...

@biffle000

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful well said

@artigaps8091

Жыл бұрын

we need more experiences like this more than ever. You're 100% correct. I'm positive people at odds due to beliefs today would come together and empathize with each other. This performance is probably top 3 I've ever seen. I can't think of another time I was this impacted by a song. Beatiful

@cliverupiya3066

11 ай бұрын

It reminded me of my late father

@hermansuranto5353

11 ай бұрын

Agree

@hollynelson2626

11 ай бұрын

Its so nice seeing all the positive!! No negative! Not that I could imagine what that could be

As someone raised in Hawaii, I can tell y’all… Polynesians are blessed with the most beautiful voices ever, they’re just such musically talented folks and it makes me happy anytime any Pacific Islander gets recognition, especially for music! So heartfelt 😭

@lifeofpri1

Жыл бұрын

I agree! Had a couple of Polynesian friends and they’re all amazing singers

@i.loves.you.3000

Жыл бұрын

Yessss!!!

@borjc9

Жыл бұрын

Islanders man, Filipinos are all good at singing too.

@bruhjuststop7155

Жыл бұрын

RIGHTT

@coreynowlan

Жыл бұрын

I’m aboriginal living in Australia obviously.. I went to high school where 80% of students were Sa and let me tell you.. there was not a lunch break where I wasn’t listening to beautiful music and creative music too. For me that’s a real blessing

One year later - this still hits hard. Instant tears at first note.

Got the news my pops only has a few months left a week or two ago. I took the news pretty well at the time. I finally broke hearing this. I wasn't expecting it at all.

This might be the single greatest emotionally performance I've ever seen on IDOL

@kymberlirobinson7013

Жыл бұрын

Me too. I'm not a crier but he got me.

@simonvilla9584

Жыл бұрын

Thanks to American idol for giving this kid the stage.

@ki55Gudby3

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 💯👍🏼

I’m 35, my father was on his death bed when I watch this on tv. And I balled my eyes out. A couple weeks later he passed away. This song and rendition brings me to my knees. I love you dad. It’s my turn to chase the monsters away.

@LL-cl9yc

9 ай бұрын

😭😭😭 I’m crying!!

@JustInOutDoors78

9 ай бұрын

I'm sorry for your pain, Brother. My Dad died in 2001. I miss him with all of my heart and this song tears me to pieces, but I promise you it gets better. I love you, bro. Hang in there.

@Skul42054

9 ай бұрын

😭😭😭

@bentomlin7404

9 ай бұрын

He's with you even now partner, love cannot be broken and he is present in all your actions and all the ripples that move out from you in this world.

@juantapia4932

9 ай бұрын

RIP to your father Bobby. 🙏

I watch this video and I remember my dad, because he passed away in 2019 and this boy makes me remember him with his song, thank you very much. greatings from monterrey mexico

"Dont be afraid ..its my turn to chased the monster away" hit me to deep.for those who still lucky to have a father just appreciate them

@theycallmecoop

Жыл бұрын

Listen to keep the wolves away - uncle lucious

@rap_savy3331

Жыл бұрын

I will .

@theycallmecoop

Жыл бұрын

@Rap_savy if you like that lyric you gonna love that song. Discovered it the day I drove to the hospital when I had to sign papers to take my pops off life support. Such a great song imo

@ikarowalo4875

Жыл бұрын

i will

@reggaetonero0407

Жыл бұрын

So true. I miss my dad so much.

Not one single person in the history of American Idol thus far besides Iam Tongi has unified the world into crying ALL at the same time..This will never be repeated. He has a soul that speaks to every single person on this planet. Truly...Truly amazing. He is the next American Idol !!!!!

@muffpoundah

11 ай бұрын

like this ?? 🤣😂🤣🤣🤣😂

@usattfan2836

11 ай бұрын

It was indeed repeated at the final as he sang it with James Blunt. What beautiful gift they gave us all. Life is a gift.

@SpicyTofu808

11 ай бұрын

Agree, and I feel like that’s what this show needs to do the America and the world.

@dixieshepherd4132

11 ай бұрын

You called it!! ❤❤ He sure did win it!!! ❤❤

@bonniefeldman9444

11 ай бұрын

Yep, could see that weeks ago. What a beautiful voice

Iam Tongi, I'm a Sri Lankan and I lost my dad 9 years ago... Your song really touched my heart and thanks a lot for your performance.. I hv watched this clip for several times and still I can not hold my tears whe you sing it even it is not sang in my mother tongue... Hats off bro.... well done...❤

To all the sons who want to make their dad proud.

When Lionel realizes what the song really is, it hits him in the soul like a ton of bricks

@bliighted1822

Ай бұрын

you can see it hit him hard

@disgusttoise2928

Ай бұрын

4:00 he shaking because he is trying to control his emotions

“Priced out of paradise” my respect grew further for this young man and how he represents us Hawaiians/polys !!. Way to show the world your voice/talent and the message about how our people are being priced out of our lands over the generations 🥲. Braddah deserves everything good comming to him, and I hope he makes it BIG so that he can return to his RIGHTFUL home: HAWAII NEI 🏝💯 dad must be smiling so proud up there

@aaronelijahcolyer

Жыл бұрын

same, I cried when he mentioned having to leave his land for Seattle

@johnerickp

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, aside from losing his dad, the financial struggles. I am praying for Iam's success.

@gmjm123123

Жыл бұрын

His performance touched me.

@wendikeanu6089

Жыл бұрын

Aloha & so true about the daily price we have to pay, job(s) we work to make ends meet, and he represented all people of Hawaii Nei

@paulorr9262

Жыл бұрын

And what's even worse, is the education system in HI is NOT attached to property taxes. So the children get screwed over that way too.

I am a grown man, 60 years old, I lost my father 20 years ago. Still makes me cry and will still until I die.

I`m a 36 year old man and any time when i`m hear this song i`m alwas cry :( I`m lost my dad too... Thanks for this song man!!

Dang I cried my arse off 😂... He deserves a record deal. Straight authentic. What a great job and sound.

@ohherewegoagain

Жыл бұрын

Lol how do you cry from your arse tho

@wendymedeiros3042

Жыл бұрын

I cried too then got a text from my brother😢 missing our dad. Then went to look up the song. But he sang this song with ❤. Love his version.

@TheEntreprenHer

Жыл бұрын

i literally couldn't stop crying....damn!

I love Lionel Ritchie’s tenderness and compassion.

@easygrin1127

9 ай бұрын

Yes he is a kind dude

@erikjohansen7564

9 ай бұрын

@@easygrin1127 not compasion but emphathy he lost a father aswell .

@drew7155

8 ай бұрын

He was wise in this video

@northeastshooter5135

8 ай бұрын

Just an added note about Lionel Richie. I liked his music in the 80's but did not know anything about his personality. Watching the way he spoke to the performer before the presentation and the way he reacted to the performance, he showed me his deep connection to humanity and the world of emotions. Richie is the real deal and as such has been elevated in my book of performers with a soul.

@igrojikku2212

8 ай бұрын

This holds some spot in his heart man…

I fell him! Tear drops in my eye while watching him! God bless!

My father taught me everything he knew about music, I chose guitar because he played it, and he gave me the voice I have today. I lost him on July 3rd, 2021. I still played my gig at a local pub the next day, It was the best way I could think of to give him a send-off. I miss him dearly.

Absolutely beautiful voice! This young man should be proud knowing his father taught him well. 🙏🏻🙏🏻😊😊

@sereanaduwai8313

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic , what a song choice and what a voice.

I really like the way that Lionel Ritchie handled the emotional situation at the start. Total class !

@northeastshooter5135

8 ай бұрын

Just an added note about Lionel Richie. I liked his music in the 80's but did not know anything about his personality. Watching the way he spoke to the performer before the presentation and the way he reacted to the performance, he showed me his deep connection to humanity and the world of emotions. Richie is the real deal and as such has been elevated in my book of performers with a soul.

Absolutely incredible

Amazing voice. Amazing song. This kid made it his own. Absolutely beautiful. Soulful delivery and composure. Had me full on ugly crying fifteen seconds in. Beautiful soul. I wish him nothing but success and happiness. Mahalo, young man. Your father is proud and smiling.

The effect he had on ALL of us is something that only happens once in a lifetime !

@minajosephine9603

11 ай бұрын

Most definitely

@rubren9683

11 ай бұрын

Amen.. He is the winner now of American idol 2023..

@bannerba-banner2230

11 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t say that, but I definitely balled my eyeballs out listening to & watching this…

As a 27 year old who recently lost my father to dementia and being his primary care giver, this song makes me cry like a baby!

@breamartinez8115

11 ай бұрын

😢 I’m sorry

@rayalejandre4920

11 ай бұрын

🙏stay strong man. My worst fear in life. Just preparing myself for it.

@Southerngrl

11 ай бұрын

So sorry 🙏❤

@Simple_peeps

11 ай бұрын

Condolences 😢

@Allioop_1

11 ай бұрын

I just lost my Mom and best friend, cried buckets, because his song is truth. 💔

the best pure right-to-the-heart singing audition, I even couldn't hold back my tears every time watching the guy singing... from Egypt for Rodney and his great son with love

We lost dad 5 weeks ago and I think of my brothers grief journey when I hear this song. 😢

This hits hard. Making a 35 years old grown ass man sob like a three year old. Miss you Dad

@mogrady555

9 ай бұрын

❤

@joshhegewald3061

9 ай бұрын

❤

@fennixbeltre2816

9 ай бұрын

Sorry, bro. You maked me cry again.

@toucantango1453

8 ай бұрын

I feel you, man, shits hard..

@Robby_Rob

7 ай бұрын

Same man, 38 lost him 3 years ago and I’d kill for a hug from the big guy again

The Samoan and Tongan people can sing like no others. Our church on Sunday had a second service held by Tongan people. Only about 25 people, but it sounded like 100. The harmony, just beautiful. Yes, I've lived in Hawaii since 1963, when he said Kahuku, I knew we were in for a treat. I'm still in tears.

@MISNM0

Жыл бұрын

Hawaii and the Polynesian culture has knocked it out of the park with Iam Tongi here.

@ajpal9618

Жыл бұрын

The can also wrestle. #Bloodline

@donlightfoot9608

Жыл бұрын

It's an overlooked culture in America which is a shame. They bring so much talent and should be showcased more. I think you're starting to see that more lately, though. So that's good.

@Jxando916

Жыл бұрын

@@Corina_June_Cunningham stolen land. It shouldn’t really be considered part of America. Especially since the people that created that culture and grew up there are being kicked out by billionaires, soon it’ll just be a bunch of islands owned by CEO’s

@elouise5593

Жыл бұрын

​@@Corina_June_Cunningham Ah, but he can do it! I have heard him sing in person and he can sing even better!

I’ve watched this video over a dozen times already. But, it never fails to bring me to tears every single time I watch it. Touching story backed by an AMAZING voice from this young man! Kate was not lying when she said that he could’ve wrote that song. It’s like it was made just for him. I hope he gets over that hump and just finally learns how to cope with the loss of his father. And I say that because it’s been over a year since my dad has passed and I STILL be having to fight all those emotions away sometimes. I don’t think you could ever “move on” from such a strong bond between somebody you love so much, just get taken away from you like that. You end up just learning how to deal with that pain every single day. I know exactly what he’s going through and I wish him the best! I was so happy when I found out that he won. I’m sure him and his family needed that boost of confidence and it probably brought back hope for them as well. Especially in hard times like we’re in now. Anyway….. I’ll stop my rant now lol RIP Rodney and RIP Papi! I love and miss you so much 💜

I haven't lost my father yet but the pain in his voice from that day to today will forever send warming chills thru the body because at one point or another someone and everyone has lost a male figure in there life they call father. My father always tells me this, ''Anyone can be a dad, it takes a real man to be a father.'' you can see in his face his father was a real man thick n thru. Love seeing this memory every once in a great while. Rest in paradise Rodney your son is a beautiful soul in resemblance to the man that raised him.

When he looked off to the side at the verge of tears at 3:34 I broke down. It was almost as if his dad was standing right next to him. So proud of you Toko, we’re rooting for you💙💙

@apaiatatuihalamaka8934

Жыл бұрын

Damn right that one hurt real bad bc I knew ❤

@soninamoa808

Жыл бұрын

Foreal😢

@armandkoga4162

Жыл бұрын

So true that look back got me too

@kendragreene5953

Жыл бұрын

😭😭😭😭😭😭

@miapalu6565

Жыл бұрын

😢😢😢😢❤❤❤