Reggie, I’ve been trying to find the words to tell you how grateful I am. When this video was taken never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. We are so thankful to you and to hear this conversation (I couldn’t hear from where I was and I try to give Ryan space to speak for himself) just happen organically and you listened… like really listened… with your body language and how you would light up when he spoke of his music. I’m not sure what it was but in this moment I felt so many emotions… love, pride, thankfulness… all of it. I am so grateful you two had this time together. He will forever remember you… and something tells me you’ll remember him as well. All our love to you, Reggie. 🙏 -Laura and Travis

@TaoChiKai

11 ай бұрын

Tears started to roll out of me the moment Ryan started singing. He is pure and innocent in the way he can channel his emotions through the music. A gifted soul indeed. Thank God for all His creations. And also thank you and your wife for being wonderful parents.

@chezronstevenson6825

11 ай бұрын

Your family and son, are a true inspiration for parents and grandparents, navigating our world of spectrums. ❤Thank you Ryan for sharing your gift. As always, Reggie is a phenomenal human experience.😊

@charlotterockel-kennedy8913

11 ай бұрын

You have a very special son and because you are obviously such wonderful parents that you have made it possible for this very talented young man to live his dreams. This video brought tears to my eyes. Bless you all and wishing you all a wonderful, healthy and happy life ❤❤❤

@mikewalton8022

11 ай бұрын

Amazing moment where we all were connected by our emotions…🎁❤️

@rollsaround2096

11 ай бұрын

To your son. Wow, what a talent. Keep it up. Keep up the voice you have. Be you, that in it self is inspiring. With a big voice you can raise awareness and feel apart. You are apart of our community now :) Much love and success to your family. ❤

This was so much fun!! I really enjoyed meeting you. I hope to run into you again someday. Thanks for being so kind and letting me sing with you.

@carlamorrison1950

11 ай бұрын

Ryan that was completely amazing!!!!!

@judyrudd5089

11 ай бұрын

Ryan I enjoyed listening to you sing it was lovely. Love from Norfolk. UK.

@ryanwoodard

11 ай бұрын

@@carlamorrison1950 Thank you for watching.

@ryanwoodard

11 ай бұрын

@@judyrudd5089 😊😊

@crystalromero4127

11 ай бұрын

Beautiful voice Ryan you give me so much hope for my own little man with autism ❤ thank you for sharing your journey

i'll never understand how people can struggle to speak so much but when they start singing it's the clearest and most refined voice of a professional. blows my mind. absolutely spectacular.

@Blingbling880

4 ай бұрын

For Ryan it’s because he knows the words he’s going to sing. When he speaks he’s a little unsure and is still learning to put sentences together as I’m sure you heard. But he’s trying and we are working with him. ❤️

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

❤❤❤💙💙💙

@jeanetteallison2857

4 ай бұрын

@chaoticlyism651 ~ different parts of the brain: music/singing are not the same processing/expression area as the speaking brain area. It's amazing how intricate the brain is and finds its ways... great question !

@isaactravers3630

3 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880 I have a little cousin who has autism and he finds it quite hard to communicate and he usually uses his hands to show people what he wants or uses the wrong words to describe what he wants, bear in mind he’s only 6 or 7 so he’s quite far behind Ryan in his development but he is exactly the same as how Ryan was described growing up in this video since my cousin can sing any song perfectly if he wants to. But at the moment a lot of my family are starting to worry as he is at a school and he’s not really doing any work since they don’t really know how to deal with him properly. Also if you have any advice on how to improve his communication skills that would be very much appreciated. He can also read amazingly.

@eschmidt4250

3 ай бұрын

the part of your brain that controls speech is a different part of the brain than what controls singing even though they are both vocal its a different function. another example of this is that you can watch is Cody Lee.

His mom must feel so proud. His confidence and his skill. She did a good job.

@Blingbling880

15 күн бұрын

Thank you!!🙏

@ryanwoodard

14 күн бұрын

Yes she did! Thanks so much!❤

The sudden switch from the somewhat awkward cadence of his speech to perfect cadence and control as he started to perform was incredible to witness, you can see how much more natural music feels to him than speech, kinda makes sense he picked that up first. I look forward to inevitably seeing him make his mark on the music world

@TheBanjoShowOfficial

11 ай бұрын

That awkward cadence of him talking is very likely just a byproduct of him being delayed in speech development until the age of 10. Missing those developmental milestones are a huge, and I mean a HUGE impediment on a child’s overall psychological development. For what it is worth, this guy seems to have managed to come out like a rather very normal guy. Many people are permanently disabled in some aspect of their lives if they miss those milestones. It’s extremely sad. I work with nonverbal children often times in behavioral therapy. The lights are on, but… they’re missing that crucial component of speech which allows a person to connect with others.

@stefanmargraf7878

11 ай бұрын

I think its not awkward. If i speak english (i am german) , its about the same, (slow, insecure, have to think each word)

@agrimshaw92

11 ай бұрын

@stefanmargraf7878 Yeah that's why I said somewhat awkward, like it's only a little bit off, I wasn't trying to disparage him at all. That slight pause and insecurity like you describe is exactly what I meant

@Intentionally_Inflammatory

2 ай бұрын

Ozzy Osbourne vibes

@realname4625

Ай бұрын

As someone with autism, I'd say it's more likely that when speaking he speaks as is natural to him. When singing, me and many autistic people will put more effort into mimicking neurotypicals since music is all about the little sounds

The way he was like "Dad, business card?" was so cute cause he has that relationship with his dad as like his person to push him through all of this and help him.

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely!!!!❤️🙏

My 46 year old son is autistic also. I was so happy, thrilled, excited to see your son bloom in front of strangers ❣️Fabulous job. God bless him & his awesome parents ❣️

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!💙💙💙

@Blingbling880

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind compliment and wonderful words. It’s comments like this that make my heart grateful. ❤️

Beautiful! Wonderful! I have a non verbal autistic daughter age 27, I’m still waiting for her to find her voice. Thank you , thank you and God Bless

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

💙💙

It’s summer time in South Carolina. Anyone else’s eyes sweating? This young man is an inspiration.

@tigq1430

11 ай бұрын

Here in Western NC

@LoCoAde87

11 ай бұрын

Wicklow, Ireland 😂

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

@@tigq1430Ryan will be performing next month with School of Rock in Charlotte and Carrboro! He will be in Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta as well. 🤘🏼

@TreyBoKnows

11 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880 Charlotte is only 90 minutes away from me. That sounds like it would be a great event!

@Angie-fe8yd

11 ай бұрын

​@@Blingbling880 Add this in the main comment thread Laura...more people will see it that way 🙂

I know several autistic people - since they were children. They may be wired differently, but they are amazing! Parents who work with them reap the greatest reward. Beautiful, just beautiful young man!

@smontone

Ай бұрын

That makes me cry. My son is four and we have some hard days. It’s wonderful to hope there is triumph out there somewhere.

@templadoom

Ай бұрын

We have a couple kiddos in our family that are autistic and one thing I learned....they all have some amazing super power! Once you find it....itll be the thing that helps everyone learn and grow with passion. ❤

The young man who lost a friend almost brought me to tears. Such a nice person.

@ryanwoodard

Ай бұрын

Thank you Barry.

My grandson is 23 and non verbal and autistic. I pray everyday that he just starts talking. ❤

@Blingbling880

3 ай бұрын

❤️🙏

"Be the artist that I have to be" hit me so hard man

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

Right?!? Like he knows he has a purpose and he’s going to make it happen. I’m his mom and I just figured out what he meant. ❤️🙏

@psychonautpupildiallater7734

11 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880You’re killing it Mom!❤

@patrickbourke2385

11 ай бұрын

I knew when I clicked this video that I would cry, it was just a question of when. This was it

@sallyrutledge4726

2 ай бұрын

Yes... that hit me hard as well. So many souls who were overlooked in previous eras , now have a chance to connect.... but we need to keep teaching the rest of our population to listen and to care.

@user-lt2oq5pv5y

Ай бұрын

❤ I got dreams!!! That part got me!!! 😊😊😊

When he said "Dad, business card" I started laughing through my tears. That's the kind of voice that makes you feel and believe.

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

We always come prepared… I handed the guy behind me a sticker of Ryan’s. You just never know.❤️

@codyfritz3080

11 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880 I'm lucky to have my dad, and he is lucky to have his; keek rocking on!

Bless their hearts and their souls. Both men are gold.

THANK YOU FOR THIS. I have going through serious depression for months now, but something about this young man lifted me up. I can't explain it. But he is a miracle. I hope he knows this and continues singing.

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

I will definitely pass this on to Ryan. I’m so sorry you are going through depression. We will be thinking of you and keeping you close to our hearts.❤️ -Laura (Ryan’s Mom)

@leemckay9503

3 ай бұрын

Dudes mom is hot we should have a documentary about her...

@sallyrutledge4726

2 ай бұрын

Courage is good medicine. I needed this too.

@gavinr9107

Ай бұрын

I hope you are feeling better now Jennifr. Sending you positive vibes and abundant blessings from Australia, god bless you 😁

When he sang that first “Gravity,” I got goosebumps. Great job!

@maggiemay5510

11 ай бұрын

Same ...

@gettinmymoneyup9816

11 ай бұрын

nah fr I aint expect bros voice to be so angelic lmao

@bodyluge8994

11 ай бұрын

ill bet my next paycheck that you fell for this farce. this shit is all planned, dude announced his channel afterwards. this shit is staged.

@Jcremo

11 ай бұрын

Sames.

@merlinpotzsch5721

11 ай бұрын

Samee

My own autistic son is 15, almost the same age, and this young man makes me so proud!! You are amazing, Ryan!

@Jj-lo3zx

11 ай бұрын

Hi , autism mom here too , yes Ryan was so inspiring, best show @guitaro5000

@MatthewSmith-ly8lp

11 ай бұрын

You have an amazing son! Great job! Dad too. 😊

@ophelia....

11 ай бұрын

@@MatthewSmith-ly8lp oh, I'm sorry if it sounded as if Ryan is my son! I also have a son near his age. I believe Ryan is 16? Sorry about that! I've corrected my original post.

@mpg.1

11 ай бұрын

Son too, 30s now. Love to you all it's an incredible journey 💚

@amoxl114

11 ай бұрын

@@Jj-lo3zx could probably phrase autism mom a little better

As a retired elementary school teacher, this touches my heart, as I've often spent quality time with autistic geniuses like Ryan. What an honor. I give my thanks to you for bringing Ryan to the forefront... what goodness, what livelihood in song. Guitaro5000, you're my newest hero!

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

❤❤❤💙💙💙🙏🙏🙏🙏

@IdentityQuandry

5 ай бұрын

@@ryanwoodard Hey is this you? My new favorite singer? Ryan, you are my newest favorite vocalist!

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

Yep. It's me alright. Thank you so much.

@IdentityQuandry

5 ай бұрын

@@ryanwoodard I will be watching you as you climb to success... and it will be a wonderful ride. I'm here to cheer you on!

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

@@IdentityQuandrythis makes my heart so happy!❤️ -Ryan’s Mom

My son is non verbal at almost 7 but loves music and watching this video makes my heart sing. I hear my sweet boy sing mimicking the sounds of the music he hears , and I know he will be glorious. Just like this young man. ❤

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

❤❤❤😊💙💙💙

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

It will be!!! ❤️🙏

THANK YOU for giving us the "behind the curtains" story. It made Ryan's performance so much more enjoyable. Brought tears to my eyes. Especially, seeing his Mom and Dad out there supporting him. Reggie, you are an amplifier of goodness my friend.

@rodneybouterse1444

11 ай бұрын

Same here!!

@joannecolijn3647

11 ай бұрын

And here. Wet cheeks.

@giteducalme

11 ай бұрын

Me too❤

@suzymae1

11 ай бұрын

Same, fighting tears

@Larissa_aus

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, I agree! My heart is so full it's leaking out my eyes. 😭

As the father of an autistic child, I'm writing this with tears in my eyes. Ryan's confidence and amazing singing voice have made me more than hopeful for my own son's future. Thank you Reggie and Ryan for blessing us all with this incredible story and performance.

@Reneelwaring

11 ай бұрын

Make sure you give him the tools to have a great future and the support he needs to reach for the stars. My autistic son is a Computer Engineer and the smartest man I know. Won't be easy, especially letting go because you will ALWAYS be concerned but he has to live his own life.

@lucybutt188

11 ай бұрын

Same here, crying happy tears as a mum to a fabulous Autistic boy.

@syahnazrazlan5180

11 ай бұрын

same here, my eldest is autistic. hope he will be great someday

@Noah-go8xc

11 ай бұрын

No autistic son here, just a crying dude.... Was packed with so much emotion and shown so clearly how he can express himself through music so much better. He was struggling to speak but when he got the mic everything changed.

@dannykitchens4954

11 ай бұрын

Amen to that

The second he started singing... amazing

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

Wow he can sing! I know he's going places for a fact, such an amazing singing voice!😆

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!🙏🙏🙏😊😊

the power of music is something truly incredible

@TeddyB123

11 ай бұрын

I was thinking the exact same thing!!

@Winstonrodney6989

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@skylark4901

11 ай бұрын

Yeah, so many ways...

@operatoncreation6396

11 ай бұрын

it's the most honest thing we have as humans... we all love it and never think twice about it, but it brings us bliss, sorrow, sadness and joy like no other. I love food... but a ribeye can only get so good.

@Winstonrodney6989

11 ай бұрын

@@operatoncreation6396 I have met a couple people in my life that hate music or at the very least don’t care for it. These people are an enigma to me.

I'm autistic too and singing help me so much with anxiety, but never i would dare to sing in public. Ryan moved me, he's such an inspiration ! His interpretation was so vivid and emotionnal, i loved it. Thank you Ryan !

@justsaynototv8366

11 ай бұрын

You can do it to Prince. Ryan brought me to tears today. I love what Reggie is doing with his channel.

@-Ricky_Spanish-

11 ай бұрын

Singing has never been something I was good at, but I can tell you that the first time I ever played drums in front of people was one of the most exhilarating experience of my youth. I had only been vocal for a few years and was still very uncomfortable in front of people, but behind that drum kit I felt safe because I could express myself through something else. I always wanted to be able to sing but I know that I'm for sure not good at it.

@pinapple60

11 ай бұрын

Bless you but I’m sure you have some incredible talents.

@PrinceGrenouille

11 ай бұрын

You are so nice, all of you, thank you ! ❤

@crazycatlady4551

11 ай бұрын

I'm not autistic but, I have social anxiety...big time. I get what you're saying about singing helping you. It helps me, too. The only songs I can sing in front of other people are the Gospel songs that were born in the fields of slavery. I can't carry a tune with anything else. Ryan is truly amazing. So are you! God bless you, dear.

Reggie don't know if you'll see this man but you're what this world needs for sure. You're a star on your musical talent let alone your interactions with people.

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

I hope he sees this. Reggie is the brightest light!!! ❤️

I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed listening to this young man. Beautiful!

@ryanwoodard

Ай бұрын

Thank you Kal! I appreciate the kind words. 😊

His voice is probably the most soothing kind of voice I’ve ever heard in my life. I will be surprised if I don’t hear of this guy again in the next 5 years, he’ll definitely make it far in his singing career.

I'm not sure what was more inspiring...his story, his voice, or the obvious love of his parents.

@Blingbling880

9 ай бұрын

❤️🙏Thank you!❤️🙏

@romanschapter6559

8 ай бұрын

All three!

@dinglybumbus3553

8 ай бұрын

Imagine being different but your parents still love you. 🥲

@Blingbling880

8 ай бұрын

@@dinglybumbus3553 what does that mean? 🤷🏽‍♀️

@ozymandiuswilson504

7 ай бұрын

All of it! Just beautiful ❤

He hasn’t even started singing yet and I just totally fell in love with him ❤

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

💙❤️💙❤️

This kid energy is wonderful, i can listen to him speak all day let alone sing .

@ryanwoodard

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Man. This guy isn't just singing. He is projecting his soul through his voice! You can hear the passion in his singing and when he speaks. What a guy!

@ryanwoodard

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!😊😊

@MrAnimal1971

9 ай бұрын

Dude that was amazing!! I have epilepsy and have not felt the same since I stopped playing drums. Music is healing.

@CatsBestFinds59

9 ай бұрын

😮

@nadialaribi

9 ай бұрын

​@@ryanwoodardyou touched my heart...you sang beautifully...❤

My husband is autistic and this brought tears to my eyes. Music is so healing for my husband and has clearly done amazing things for you, Ryan!! This was incredible!! ❤

@JBanks333

11 ай бұрын

💨 I'm just sayin 🎯

@boredweegie553

11 ай бұрын

​@@JBanks333what is the emoji? don't understand what it means

@erikarnesen6052

11 ай бұрын

@@boredweegie553 It's an arrow hitting the bullseye, meaning that what she was saying is spot on and accurate.

Ryan was great. Thank you. So glad he is enjoying life.

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

I am! Thanks so much!😊

This very gifted young man represents all of the goodness and kindness that we see in our great-grandson who has non-verbal autism. Thank you, Reggie, for sharing music with so many remarkable people!

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

❤❤

@garyloudenslager9129

2 ай бұрын

His parents raised him right..very very polite and a wonderful young man

He’s a totally different person with a mic in his hand wow! You can tell instantly how natural it was for him

@ryanwoodard

9 ай бұрын

💙💙💙🙏🙏🙏💙💙

@pervisgavin1730

8 ай бұрын

Urinating is natural, but apparently not when you're a man doing so at a battered women's shelter during a group therapy session. Bullshit

@sallyrutledge4726

2 ай бұрын

Yes... finding what is 'natural' is the key . I am grateful to live in an age where "different" is beginning to be understood as a good thing.

This was very interesting. You can hear that he seems to a be a bit uncomfortable with normal conversational cadence, but he's exceptionally comfortable with singing and following the rhythm. He's perfectly capable of communicating, just not in the way that most people are used to, but in an equally - if not more - expressive way.

@ryanwoodard

9 ай бұрын

"Eloquencely" said! 😁Thank you so much!!

@livvyyyyyyyyyyy

9 ай бұрын

Yes! As an autistic person we may communicate a bit differently but we are still capable of communicating, connecting, being our own person. Autism isn’t a burden, it’s part of who we are and how our brain works. It has some challenges, but the only thing I’d change is how ignorant people can be about autism. I’m glad you seem to admire how he has his own way of doing things. Proud to be autistic 💪

@moorenicola6264

9 ай бұрын

@@livvyyyyyyyyyyy I knew this but watching this video and reading your comment is a great reminder, thank you. More people need to know and accept that the human brain is so complex and works in different ways and yet out education system is directed at one kind of intelligence. Hopefully with awareness things will change in time.

@livvyyyyyyyyyyy

9 ай бұрын

@@moorenicola6264 I’m so glad you appreciated my comment. I’m glad you are able to recognize how complex and beautiful the brain can be. I also hope that awareness and acceptance changes for the better.

@StarCoded

9 ай бұрын

Absolutely more expressive than most when he's in song! Such a comforting singing style-- just what we need.

This kid is gonna go far if he hasn't already. He's honestly incredible! He's engaging the crowd so well too!

@ryanwoodard

Күн бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm grateful for your support! I'm working on it. My EP comes out June 5th.

You are awesome! I have 5 kids, 4 with autism. Thank you! I hope your video blows up.

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

💙💙💙

His momma was about to burst. What a magical moment, and a fantastic voice!

@Blingbling880

9 ай бұрын

I was! I really was!!❤️🙏

Being a father of a child that is special needs and being told he may never verbalize was heart breaking. 9 years in and he is starting to talk. He loves music just like this amazingly talented young man. I can't wait for him to break through and sing songs to me. It's crazy how hearing your child's voice can make you cry. Watching this video gave me more hope and made my eyes water.

@jodywho6696

11 ай бұрын

Brings tears of joy. Because you're so loving💙💜💚✨

@THERUSTCITY

11 ай бұрын

Good luck to you and your beautiful family brother 🤙🏼♥️

@n8vjefe

11 ай бұрын

@@THERUSTCITY Thank you.

@kwimms

11 ай бұрын

If you can play music, then teach him so you can play together. If not, then learn to play guitar and sing songs together. This is what music is for. Everyone has a voice, with proper training. And stop listening to doctors... they're the ones making sure you get your shots and keep masking and staying sick... fooled by design. Be grateful in all things.

What a lovely genuine soul with a lovely voice.

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!🙏🙏

Listen, I’d buy his album and listen to it over and over! What a God-given talented voice you have! I hope all your dreams come true! And to the young man who puts all this together…my goodness what a blessing you are! Thanks for this amazing video!

@Blingbling880

4 ай бұрын

❤️🙏

im not crying youre crying. He killed it! His voice is even similar to mayers.

SIGN HIM UP!!! Dude can SING!!! WOW!!! MADE MY DAY!!! That was awesome!!! SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL!!! Peace & Gratitude

I always tear up when you ask how they feel after singing, because it’s always such a beautiful feeling ❤️

A very special young man. An inspiration for our times when young people are focusing on being a victim. This family didnt see it that way and soared above the victimization. An inspiration for our times❤

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

I love this.❤️ -Ryan’s Mom

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

💙💙💙

What a performance, what a voice. His parents made me so emotional too. The love and the pride in their son was beautiful

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

We love him so much!!!❤️

@owen.simpson52

11 ай бұрын

you guys are an amazing family❤

You can tell he’s most comfortable when singing. What a beautiful voice❤

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

He is!❤️🙏

@peneleapai

10 ай бұрын

absolutely fluent as heck in the medium of music. Look forward to hear more of Ryan Woodard!

What a beautiful moment Thank you for sharing it.

This is amazing. Not just the music. The moment. The situation. The story. Amazing.

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

@kjn3005

5 ай бұрын

@@ryanwoodard You ROCK Ryan❤❤❤ So do you Reggie❤❤❤

This one almost brought tears to this 40 year old man. So inspiring.

@justsaynototv8366

11 ай бұрын

Almost? Just let it go man, you probably needed to let those tears out.

Holy crap. When he started singing my jaw actually dropped. Beyond angelic. I’m at a loss for words.

@astonthomas6953

11 ай бұрын

Hahaha me too! What an amazing talent.

I have 2 autistic non verbal grandchildren and this story is beautiful in its self but the hope it brings me is unbelievable i saw the love and pride in his parents eyes and i would love this for my son and his children

@Blingbling880

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your family’s story. Sending all our love to you… and never give up hope. 🙏❤️-Ryan’s Mom

I've worked with individuals with autism for over 20 years. His strength, his gift with a supportive family just brought joyous tears to my eyes!

I'm a mom of an autistic son who couldn't speak for many years. Thank you for giving this young man a chance to shine. To parents-- never give up.

@ryanwoodard

10 ай бұрын

❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

@johndreigrandheart7485

10 ай бұрын

I wonder what the kids with autism felt, it must have been scary. I became non-verbal when I was ten got out of it just before my 15th birthday its just a combination of problems I can't control nor blame anyone for except myself. It just feels so peaceful and so right to isolate myself back then. Maybe it was the worst case of depression but I hate to think about what kids with autism felt like not being able to communicate.

@dis_joint_ed5167

9 ай бұрын

I'm in the same boat, this video gives me hope. This is beautiful.

@18-242

9 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤

@livvyyyyyyyyyyy

9 ай бұрын

As an autistic person, don’t think you or your son is a “failure” if he cannot speak. There are different ways to communicate. Remember, autism isn’t a burden. It’s just part of how someone’s brain works. I’m autistic and proud. Only thing I’d change is how people treat me for it and the prejudice I face. However if your son ends up speaking, good for him.

What a great guy, he even has stage presence. I'm so impressed, this made my day

@ryanwoodard

9 ай бұрын

😊😊🙏🙏

such a beautiful story and moment, a boy whose voice " his super power" was hidden for 10 years sang with such emotion,passion and confidence. My tears are rolling😢 His parents must be so proud.

@Blingbling880

Ай бұрын

So proud!❤️🙏

when they cut to his mom, i started tearing up because you could see the result of all the hard work the Parents and especially Ryan put in to get to this point.

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

I’m so proud of him.❤️🙏

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

❤

This young man has a smooth and soothing voice. He has great stage presence👍🏼👌😊

@ryanwoodard

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

I love how when he gets up there you can see he is a bit nervous but as soon as he starts singing he seems so comfortable. Absolutely incredible😁

@Blingbling880

11 ай бұрын

He was a bit nervous. Ryan is a perfectionist and was worried Reggie wouldn’t play the way he wanted to sing it… Reggie came through with flying colors! He’s an incredible human!!! ❤️

@gabbermaikel

11 ай бұрын

exactly this. You can hear he has a bit of trouble finding the words to say what he wants to say, but then he starts singing and he is just there and he is just doing it so naturally it seems.

@roochiecooch

11 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880you must be a great mother and your hubby as well must be. I’m sure you’re also extremely proud of your son. I’m 37 and am not autistic but that doesn’t mean this didn’t reach into my heart. We’re all on our own paths and adventures that can some times be very challenging. Having loved ones there as supportive as you has definitely had an impact. Regardless he is a talented young man and has some great pipes. I’m glad he found his passion and that it allowed him to connect with others through it. We all just want people to understand us, we want to connect, and we want to share our joy and passions. I’m not crying, you’re crying. Kidding but seriously, this one made me cry. Mostly because of the beauty of it, but also because of the struggle that came before it and what overcoming that means. Very happy to have come across this performance.

@adamkozakiewicz6766

11 ай бұрын

I've met a few people on the spectrum, and that's one thing they share. Whatever their passion, once they engage in it, they are... home. They are doing the right thing, no stress, no anxiety, no difficulty. Circumstances that normally would be very stressful are a mere noise in the background. Optimized people, I'd say. I know this feeling well, makes me wonder whether I was a mild case as well - the standards for diagnosis weren't very good when I was a child...

@blltz4410

11 ай бұрын

@@Blingbling880 Hell yeah, yall are awesome. From someone else his age, yall have done a great job raising a real cool guy in Ryan

I just started watching you today, Reggie. Thank you for allowing every day people to shine bright. It fills me with such happiness to watch folks sing just for the fun of it, in the middle of a busy day on the street, they stop to celebrate life through music with you. You are a great guitarist and a wonderful human being!

@ryanwoodard

3 ай бұрын

I agree!

What a voice - what a character. Love him

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!❤❤

Dude has talent, courage, vocals, and a business card😊😊😊

@ryanwoodard

8 ай бұрын

😊😊😁😁💙💙

@tinycatmakfat

8 ай бұрын

Yes that's what I said. My man was ready to mingle!

@OcelotTransfusion

7 ай бұрын

That must be Paull Allen's card

@campstark1

7 ай бұрын

😅 Awesome..great comment. Incredible duo..Thanks, Laura from NH

@markthomas4083

6 ай бұрын

Haha, right on Stew!

As a parent of a child with autism, your interaction with this man was so open and understanding. But the absolute confidence and peace that can be heard in his singing voice brought tears to my eyes. Way to go to both of you!

@pervisgavin1730

8 ай бұрын

As a straight man who poops transgender, you should have pulled out, then you wouldn't be waking up to Sloth from goonies screaming and banging his head against the wall at 2am every morning

@JR-tq1tr

8 ай бұрын

I've never seen a comment as vile as this... It's only funny when it's not you, huh? Grow a pair@@pervisgavin1730

@Blingbling880

7 ай бұрын

@@pervisgavin1730 your comment is absolutely ridiculous. Why would you ever write this. This incredible human took the time to comment about my son, Reggie and their child and you respond like this? Shame on you… did writing this make you feel better?

@NoWyre

7 ай бұрын

​@@pervisgavin1730i hope you one day find peace & joy in your life.

@folkzombie3248

7 ай бұрын

​@@pervisgavin1730incel alert

You're a special human being Reggie, we are richer for having you share with us, thank you !!

Funny how people always feel good after they sang. Watching these videos make me feel happy and good too!

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

❤❤

How brilliant is music? What a brilliant story. I hope success in Ryan's life with his song writing.

I'm crying. My grandson is severely autistic and non- verbal ( he's 5), so Ryan's story gives me hope that progress is possible for him. Thank you for sharing this Reggie ❤

@henrik.norberg

8 ай бұрын

​@@pervisgavin1730or he could have drawn my card. Over 150 IQ, read over 10000 non fiction books, memory you could not believe, doing lectures, writing books... Or he could be really unlucky and draw your card, the asshole card.

@hello_lydie

8 ай бұрын

@@henrik.norberg Thank you 😊

@swthny68

7 ай бұрын

💚💚💚

@jameshurley4959

7 ай бұрын

​@pervisgavin1730 you realise that's a horrific thing to say right, not sure if you're trying to be funny or are just a terrible person

@maurikid23

7 ай бұрын

you are the worst@@pervisgavin1730

Can't believe so many people are shocked by this dudes talent, autism doesn't mean you haven't got talent,some massive names have strain's of autism

I'm so happy for him and his parents! This is a moment never to forget for them!

@ryanwoodard

20 сағат бұрын

Yes, it was. Thank you!

@Jur4.0

20 сағат бұрын

@@ryanwoodard You did great!

My family has a strong connection with autism and I am autistic too. After hearing Ryan’s story, when he started the verse after the “Ooo’s” I burst out crying. Just wow. Follow your dreams Ryan, your are a HUGE talent my friend.

@kinderboo1

8 ай бұрын

❤❤

@Tylerb1324

8 ай бұрын

I don't cry much and I don't have autism but the moment he started the first verse I too had tears in my eyes.

This guys a natural performer!! Wow great voice and great accompaniment ❤

@ryanwoodard

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!🙏🙏🙏💙💙

@rsk6929

Ай бұрын

@@ryanwoodard Whats your favorite John Mayer song?

@ryanwoodard

Ай бұрын

@@rsk6929 I like a lot of them, but I think 'Stop This Train' is probably my favorite. How about yours?

Upon meeting and speaking to him you knew he was special, on the spectrum. Thank you for your interaction with him

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

💙💙💙

it is SO freaking cool how music unlocks the mind Ryan just transforms when he sings, it seems to unleash his whole self

@Blingbling880

10 ай бұрын

It absolutely does!! Thank you for watching!!❤️🙏

@KratosValorant

10 ай бұрын

his voice is so good and of course insane skills with guitar as always

@madskygames7386

10 ай бұрын

true self.

@tomsterbg8130

10 ай бұрын

Yep, I'm noticing that every time I watch Harry Mack there's a little bit of a lyrical buff and inspiration which is due to how amazingly good his freestyles are. Trying to just play stuff on piano gives you the ability to really fine tune hand motion and control 2 complex things at once, playing rythm games really helps with finger control and following instructions. Overall music is one of the best ways to learn and improve.

I sincerely hope John Mayer sees this video!! What a voice. ❤💯

@ryanwoodard

10 ай бұрын

That would be great!

I love the way he nods his head at the teen singing. Good encouragement 🙏

When he spoke “if you know the song sing along with me” his voice was so clear and strong. Music is clearly his most comfortable communication. I love this.

@Blingbling880

2 ай бұрын

It really is! ❤️ -Ryan’s Mom

@ryanwoodard

2 ай бұрын

It definitely is. Thank you!

Thank you for being such a great person. You do so much with your simple question, "Will you sing with me?" ❤❤❤

When he belted "gravity", I went 😯 It's beautiful that Ryan is able to express himself through music where words can't. So much talent.

@tinydream

11 ай бұрын

Gave me chills then tears, very talented

@ryanquinn1257

11 ай бұрын

Serious the second he said “gravity” I was actually shocked. From the stuttering words to that magical voice.

@BrandonWestfall

11 ай бұрын

Impress? Do you mean express?

@DocProcRealm

11 ай бұрын

@@BrandonWestfall we're all impressed as this kid expressed his inner voice¡

@BrandonWestfall

11 ай бұрын

@@DocProcRealm Reading comprehension is hard. Read the damn comment again.

Inspiration is a powerful thing. Be inspired by inspiring others.

You can not judge a book by its cover!! Sing it young man!!!😊

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

Oooh my dear God Ryan, you are something VERY special. What an incredible voice! I had goosebumps on my goosebumps ❤

I've been loving all of your videos recently but this one hit different. I'm proud of this kid and I don't even know him.

@davidfrey5654

11 ай бұрын

it did me too

@rollsaround2096

11 ай бұрын

Same

The guy in the suit leaning on the trashcan was so amazed and focused he looked like he needed to hear that song, and was proud Ryan. Great stuff Reggie. Always has been always will be.

Wow he’s just so amazing!!! What a beautiful voice and musical personality!!! So attractive!!! Awesome performance Ryan Woodard!! Such a blessing hearing and seeing you sing!!

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!!🙏🙏

As a parent of a child with Autism, I want to tell you how much I appreciate you posting this video as well as your commentary. You made a difference!

@vallaindigital

11 ай бұрын

Same here 💙

@disilusionedwanderer5484

11 ай бұрын

Same here!

@boredweegie553

11 ай бұрын

I have an adult son ASD but not level 2-3 like Ryan obviously,.. but still has many challenges,but Ryan is an amazing young man..,❤️

@ANRQAngel

11 ай бұрын

same here too

@gx3mz

11 ай бұрын

❤🥲

I am also Autistic, and go non-speaking on a regular basis, but music is the one thing that truly makes sense to my brain. When nothing else is working the way I wish it was, music does. When I can't speak, I can still sing. Your voice made my cry, Ryan. Thanks for sharing, Reggie ♥

@ryanwoodard

7 ай бұрын

💙💙💙

@iamaletha9946

7 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤

Tears, I have tears of joy and the light and love of God. Thank you Ryan and NAMM so very much. 😍

@Blingbling880

3 ай бұрын

❤️

What a beautiful voice and a surprising amount of charisma once he began singing. And we all always love Reggie!

@ryanwoodard

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Rayne!!❤

As a 31 year old father with autism and having a 4 year old son who is non verbal. This was a great thing to view. Such an amazing voice. He really got into it.

@ZNR2912

10 ай бұрын

He will speak, he will communicate. I believe it! Be strong, Dad!

@madskygames7386

10 ай бұрын

strength and power is in sound and music

@WendeeLuv

10 ай бұрын

❤️‍🩹🧩❤️‍🩹🧩❤️‍🩹

@Linogewillkillallofy

10 ай бұрын

Should have used a condom.

@EricBynog-zd4rd

10 ай бұрын

I am a 47 year old dad who has a 5 year old non verbal son my only son it gives me hope won day he can do it my only dream is for him to be able go hunting and fishing with me one day thanks

He was just storing his power for 10 years, his voice is so fun

@kayginyard788

11 ай бұрын

I love this, i have a 7 year old with autism and will love to hear the day he can tell me something💔

It's beautiful how music brings us together ❤️ great job Ryan 👏 you have an amazing voice!

@ryanwoodard

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!😊😊

I have never clapped to a KZread singer before, just did. What an amazing impromptu performance!! Speaking through music, now that is something I appreciate about autism. Thank you Reggie for bringing the light into this dark world with your guitar and sardine can lid. What a ministry, speaking love through music. Wow!! I am so appreciative of such and amazing young man and his story. Thank you for posting.

@Blingbling880

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!❤️🙏

@ryanwoodard

5 ай бұрын

💙💙💙

Reggie you are a gifted musician but you BIGGEST gift by far is your heartfelt ability to honor people. I have watched many of your videos and you always touch people’s hearts and pay them respect and they feel it. I loved this video so much. God bless you, and I honor you as a person.

@WhisperedTenderness

5 ай бұрын

Someone needs to make sure John Meyer sees this. He needs to do a song with him on his next album.

@sjefsviking

5 ай бұрын

@@WhisperedTenderness Agree. And/Or next concert. #JohnMeyer

@sallyrutledge4726

2 ай бұрын

"To honor people" So perfectly put.

@mariefaucher9658

Ай бұрын

You nailed it❤

I love how Reggie listens to him in a non-judgemental way. You can see how they both have big hearts. Music is a universal language that brings us all together.

@Blingbling880

10 ай бұрын

He listened with his whole body!!! It was beautiful!

@johnerbudman123

10 ай бұрын

True

@jansheldon6615

10 ай бұрын

Yes, so impressed with Reggie. He's an awesome communicator and it's amazing that he just knew the song Gravity off the top of his head. He does have quite the repertoire! This is one of my favorite videos!

@Blingbling880

10 ай бұрын

@@jansheldon6615 He’s amazing in every way for sure.❤️

This brought me to happy tears my daughter is 8 years old and is on the high spectrum non verbal autism. We was told she was never going to talk walk feed herself dress herself. But for the past year she's done a 360!!!! Watching this video gives me more faith hopes dreams knowing she's going to show those doctors. She's been doing the same thing with music I wasn't sure exactly what she was doing but it makes sense now!!!!! Thank you so much I wish I could talk ask more questions to help my baby cause there's really no help out here. Your told ur child is autistic and given a folder and told good luck. I was so confused at the time I didn't even know what autism was never heard about it!!!again thank you SOOOO much !!!

@Blingbling880

15 күн бұрын

You can always ask questions! We are here to help if you need us! -Laura (Ryan’s Mom)

@ryanwoodard

14 күн бұрын

💙💙💙💙

This young man shows us what " Never giving up " is all about❤ #keepdreamin'

@ryanwoodard

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!😊😊💙

@Blingbling880

3 ай бұрын

Love this.❤️

Had me in tears man. Parents must be so grateful and proud of their son.

@howisudoin3662

11 ай бұрын

Me too. God is awesome!

@icantdriftjk9064

11 ай бұрын

😢 same here

@siris_05ofdoaclan13

11 ай бұрын

Why cry?

@chieftron

11 ай бұрын

@@siris_05ofdoaclan13 It was beautiful.