Tom Jones: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @wyioughta
    @wyioughta 3 года назад +6

    I'm here because, Tom Jones...greatest voice of our time.

  • @gazoakleychef
    @gazoakleychef 3 года назад +404

    81 years old, 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 a welsh legend

    • @garymhasty
      @garymhasty 3 года назад +5

      Only Wales? Freakin amazing

    • @evamarjai1696
      @evamarjai1696 3 года назад +3

      He reminds me of Captain Cat in Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas.

    • @redsalmons7428
      @redsalmons7428 3 года назад +9

      How about just, "A legend".

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад +2

      @@evamarjai1696 hello

    • @evamarjai1696
      @evamarjai1696 3 года назад +2

      @@tomjones9618 Hello! It was a great concert, many thanks!

  • @ekarudiyanto5962
    @ekarudiyanto5962 3 года назад +9

    This guy on his 80s still doesn't lose his prime.

  • @AZ2PM
    @AZ2PM 3 года назад +366

    Nice of NPR to drop this on Tom's 81st birthday, he's still got it!

    • @ellabruce230
      @ellabruce230 3 года назад +2

      didn't see your comment, but I said pretty much the same thing.

    • @tripjet999
      @tripjet999 3 года назад +2

      "Drop"? Hope it didn't break...

  • @RS-os7wm
    @RS-os7wm 3 года назад +111

    Brilliant in the 60’s,70’s,80’s,90’s ,00’s,10’s ,20’s .This is a proper legend .

  • @grandadslads1911
    @grandadslads1911 3 года назад +209

    The voice is just 100% still there. He’s literally lost nothing. It’s outrageous! Sir Tom’s work of the last 10 years is his very best.

    • @rufdymond
      @rufdymond 3 года назад +16

      With respect Toms voice is totally different from what it was - he will admit that himself. Toms genius is that he has adapted his voice over the years and doesn’t try and do things he is no longer capable of doing. His voice is still fantastic, but certainly different…….

    • @hectorsmommy1717
      @hectorsmommy1717 3 года назад +10

      @@rufdymond And he has the added soul that comes from so many years of living. What he has lost in technique he has gained in emotion.

    • @Merk-Legend
      @Merk-Legend Год назад

      Yea dude.... no - He's still decent obviously but just.... no

    • @Schmidtelpunkt
      @Schmidtelpunkt Год назад +3

      @@rufdymond Indeed - he is very aware of what he still can do, and he does it amazingly. He is aging gracefully and without the embarrassment of some of his peers.

  • @alexpryke8822
    @alexpryke8822 3 года назад +270

    The master at work. There’s not many people in there 80’s who still work as hard as him 🥰

    • @Rubylove48
      @Rubylove48 3 года назад +4

      *john pilger journalist, filmmaker and activist

    • @hifam6451
      @hifam6451 3 года назад

      Money helps keep you going sometimes

    • @bubbafug00gle51
      @bubbafug00gle51 3 года назад +4

      No s*!Tting, I think he may be a Highlander.

    • @ignaziobriones7566
      @ignaziobriones7566 3 года назад +2

      Tom , Engelbert and Sinatra , great voices over the 80's years old !!

    • @manjulabudhbhatti5181
      @manjulabudhbhatti5181 3 года назад +1

      @@ignaziobriones7566 😭

  • @minawhitesides6528
    @minawhitesides6528 3 месяца назад +4

    This is one of the coolest internet finds I have ran across in a long time!!!! He sounds great and the band is great!

  • @nodiraburhanova3683
    @nodiraburhanova3683 Год назад +3

    СЭР ТОМ, вы чудное явление!!!!!!!

  • @UTU
    @UTU 3 года назад +184

    Holy...this opening is so great

  • @ЕвгенияГлазкова-г2я
    @ЕвгенияГлазкова-г2я 10 месяцев назад +8

    Выдающийся человек, обаяние зашкаливает. Что 30 лет, что 81 год слушаем и восхищаемся. Здоровья ему и долгих лет

  • @christophermoxon5840
    @christophermoxon5840 3 года назад +56

    Tom Jones is a legend. Never forget his first number one was in 1965!

  • @tjunior6128
    @tjunior6128 3 года назад +7

    One of them unmistakable voices. Still sounds good in his old age.

  • @uk620
    @uk620 8 месяцев назад +2

    トムのバラッドは世界一😊
    He sing Ballad No.1

  • @stitchlightly5995
    @stitchlightly5995 3 года назад +9

    Why doesn't the youth know about the great Tom Jones? So unfair. Such a legend.

    • @edititzaguirre9476
      @edititzaguirre9476 4 месяца назад

      El TIEMPO pasa para todos x suerte y QUÉ pase mas son los años vividos

  • @s.worner9299
    @s.worner9299 2 года назад +7

    Dieser Mann ist wie ein Spitzenwein ‼️‼️‼️je älter je besser ‼️‼️‼️ ich wünsche ihm von Herzen, dass er bei bester Gesundheit 100 Jahre alt wird ‼️‼️‼️

  • @darrenhull9236
    @darrenhull9236 3 года назад +82

    True definition of the meaning "LEGEND"

  • @dhpstudios2009
    @dhpstudios2009 3 года назад +5

    Magnificent singer, still alive and kicking.

  • @marycrisestrella2246
    @marycrisestrella2246 Год назад +3

    I'm Gen Z, just 22 years old and I love Mr. Tom Jones also Paul Anka, My crush from the other world Mr. Elvis Presley, and many more. I'm a huge fan. They have these huge undying lovely vocals. Very classic and gold. Keep performing and stay healthy, sir Tom.

  • @luzmariavazquezazpeitia6055
    @luzmariavazquezazpeitia6055 5 месяцев назад +4

    Los años no pasan en valde y aunque hay cambios su voz es maravillosa, conmueve , se siente el sentimiento y lo hace , te admiro Tom por tanto tiempo que nos has deleitado con tu gran voz y precensia , le pido a Dios te conceda vida y salud te amo Tom ❤

  • @geralt-of-rivia-z6f
    @geralt-of-rivia-z6f Год назад +5

    I'm a millennial but Tom Jones is a huge part of my childhood. My grandparents used to listen to this one radio station that would play 50s to 70s music on Sundays. We even had a CD of his greatest hits and it was a big deal because we were dirt-poor then. Thank you for the nostalgia, NPR and Sir Tom Jones! ❤

  • @feedwinnie
    @feedwinnie 3 года назад +54

    People who haven't watched this one are missing out.
    You don't realize who he is and what a legend Tom Jones is. This man is gold.

  • @davidwirth2716
    @davidwirth2716 3 года назад +7

    Wow 81 years and still has a great voice!

  • @71ttorres
    @71ttorres 3 года назад +50

    Wow, when he sang “I’m Growing Old” I sensed a sadness. You are a treasure Sir To Jones.

  • @mafaldasa88
    @mafaldasa88 3 года назад +105

    When you're good, you're good. As time goes by.. Such a warm timbre and presence!

  • @xenoastro4254
    @xenoastro4254 2 года назад +4

    The greatest singer of all times, Sir TOM JONES!!! We love you so very much!!! No words of thanks can express our gratitude to you, Sir Tom Jones!!! Love love love you so...

  • @glenncreswell2357
    @glenncreswell2357 2 года назад +5

    He is still a POWERFUL and layered singer. God gives great blessings! Celebrate the voice of Mr. Tom Jones. Check history and review his success, he belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!!!! He helped to create the blue print for a myriad of genres.👂👂👀👀👀👂 You Tube has receipts, Y'ALL.

  • @igman3878
    @igman3878 3 года назад +9

    Extraordinary!!! Not many singers have the ability to move you so profoundly. Tom Jones is one of them.

  • @RUATXN
    @RUATXN 2 года назад +11

    Wow, that expression after singing the last note on “I’m Growing Old”. So much feeling and emotion in his eyes.

  • @AmericanPatriotPrinting
    @AmericanPatriotPrinting 2 года назад +13

    This was my first time hearing "I'm Growing Old" and it touched me deeply. You can feel the emotion in Tom's voice and it sent chills up my spine. You are a true legend, Tom Jones.

  • @steverdms
    @steverdms 3 года назад +28

    Long live the legend! That voice is forever.

  • @ALovelyLad
    @ALovelyLad 3 года назад +104

    Been listening to Tom a lot lately, dude could fit nicely in the rock hall of fame I’d say

    • @mariandinan6089
      @mariandinan6089 3 года назад +10

      Why on earth is he NOT in the Rock Hall of Fame? His fans should be doing something about this. Tom deserves this!

    • @ellenthayer369
      @ellenthayer369 3 года назад +4

      I don't understand why he is not...many in it who shouldn't be

    • @suegalliano4475
      @suegalliano4475 3 года назад +3

      Yes, he deserves a place in the Rockin' Roll Hall of Fame.

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад +3

      @@mariandinan6089 Hello Thanks for your comment.

    • @esthelabarrera5016
      @esthelabarrera5016 3 года назад +1

      El no necesita estar ahí. Lo importante es que está en el corazón de millones por todo el mundo. Y recuerda: " La gente suele olvidar lo que dices y lo que haces. Lo que NUNCA podrá olvidar es cómo los hiciste sentir". Y Tom con su maravillosa voz, nos ha hecho sentir y vivir cosas maravillosas. Por eso es INOLVIDABLE!

  • @boyinabluedress
    @boyinabluedress 3 года назад +2

    😍 swooning over Tom 😍

  • @ThereIsKnowSpoon
    @ThereIsKnowSpoon 3 года назад +56

    It's crazy how he STILL sounds so amazing! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @PentameronSV
    @PentameronSV 3 года назад +81

    0:00 - *One More Cup of Coffee* (3:36)
    4:26 - *There's No Hole In My Head*
    8:03 - *I'm Getting Old*
    [11:22 - Tiny Desk team]

  • @TheWardBond
    @TheWardBond 3 года назад +32

    Unreal that he's still so active and sounding great! if only Elvis had listened to Tom

    • @jimquantic
      @jimquantic 3 года назад +2

      in regard to what--health issues. I know Tom "drinks a lot of water and gets lots of sleep", is that what you mean?

    • @HexYan
      @HexYan 3 года назад +2

      @@jimquantic Well, probably. To be 81/2 and looks so healthy and strong you must be doing something right with your health and taking care of your body.

  • @dianashaw2459
    @dianashaw2459 3 года назад +3

    This is fantastic. He may 81 but he is still incredible.

  • @Sklagmann
    @Sklagmann Год назад +3

    Tom you are maybe the greatest voice of all time ❤

  • @mildredwilliams8107
    @mildredwilliams8107 3 года назад +8

    Thank you, Tom Jones. Truly, you are a remarkable singer.

  • @71ttorres
    @71ttorres 3 года назад +10

    I’ve loved Tom Jones since I was was 16. I am now 67 and love since I first heard that strong rich voice. Been to two of his concerts. Never disappoints. Happy Birthday to you Sir Tom Jones. Thank You for sharing your wonderful voice ❤️

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад +1

      Hello Thanks for your comment.

  • @bgcoultas4780
    @bgcoultas4780 2 года назад +1

    One More Cup of Coffee by Bob Dlyan is one of my favs.

  • @ellabruce230
    @ellabruce230 3 года назад +1

    81 and he still got it!

  • @williamalbritton1867
    @williamalbritton1867 3 года назад +26

    Man what a song. This man can sing like no one else. Distinctive, soulful,timeless. Great to hear you again Mr.Jones . Your the man.

    • @TonyWhite22351
      @TonyWhite22351 3 года назад

      You obviously don’t know the difference between you’re , an abbreviation of you are , and your , something you own or possess !

  • @christhefou
    @christhefou 3 года назад +19

    Tom Jones still happening after all those years. Been listening to him since I was a kid . ( im now 60)

    • @lolachiappe1998
      @lolachiappe1998 11 месяцев назад

      Y yo también le oigo de niña y nuevamente lo descubrí, me encanta.

  • @DawnHaiders
    @DawnHaiders 2 года назад +5

    Timeless and only getting better, incredible.

  • @trueviolinist
    @trueviolinist 3 года назад +30

    The man still sounds incredible. To be 81 years old and still sound like he’s in his 20s smh. May we all be so lucky. Legend ❤️

  • @barbroericson6415
    @barbroericson6415 2 года назад +1

    Just lovely, Tom Jones, wine only gets better with ag

  • @michaelkutulas8878
    @michaelkutulas8878 3 года назад +6

    Thank you Tiny Desk and Happy Birthday Sir Tom! Thank you for all you've given us over the years and I wish you another 81 years in good health and happiness!

  • @bryandickerson5365
    @bryandickerson5365 3 года назад +41

    One of the great male voices of all time! So rich and soulful - right up there in tone quality with Pavarotti, Lou Rawls, Joe Williams and Paul Robeson.

    • @brianconley1705
      @brianconley1705 3 года назад

      Don't forget Janis Joplin

    • @joestandley8487
      @joestandley8487 3 года назад

      @@brianconley1705 but only janis Joplin f@22 everyone else

    • @tracyannchapel9384
      @tracyannchapel9384 3 года назад +1

      You said it Bryan..."So rich so soulful." That "soulful" part is so fantastic! The Greatest.

  • @hectorblasco2063
    @hectorblasco2063 2 года назад +5

    Es increíble que con 82 años siga como si no hubiera parado el tiempo. Lo admiro soy fan de los 60 . Ya paso un tiempo .

  • @jakebanevicius
    @jakebanevicius 2 года назад +1

    Sir Tom’s voice can move mountains

  • @SpookyTiney
    @SpookyTiney 2 года назад +12

    Gahhh goosebumps starting at the first song. One of the best voices out there, so iconic and legendary. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @craigfairweather3644
    @craigfairweather3644 3 года назад +1

    I'm Growing Old got me in tears here. What a moment.

  • @morpheux2
    @morpheux2 3 года назад +17

    A true living legend, respect and love to the great Mr. Tom Jones

  • @diannephillips9900
    @diannephillips9900 3 года назад +19

    Sir Tom sings with such feeling, seems like more than ever. Just fabulous. Love his voice. Happy Birthday Sir🌹

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад

      Hello Thanks for your comment.

  • @mariannelascio1666
    @mariannelascio1666 3 года назад +5

    You get better as time goes by. 81 years young. you still got what it takes . Love you. Tom. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎤🎤🎤🎤

  • @Wolfgang-xi5xf
    @Wolfgang-xi5xf 3 года назад +18

    That voice! one of the all time greats.

  • @bmediahq2726
    @bmediahq2726 3 года назад +26

    Still such a powerful voice in his 80’s... name another? i’ll wait.

    • @stalicistakharov3935
      @stalicistakharov3935 3 года назад

      Coverdale. Plant. Lee turner ......

    • @ignaziobriones7566
      @ignaziobriones7566 3 года назад

      Engelbert Humperdinck and Sinatra over the 80's are amazing too , anyway.. you are so right

    • @NaztyNydz
      @NaztyNydz 3 года назад +3

      The replies 😅🤣 The original comment was not referring to singers who were also famous during the 1980's era, but that Sir Tom Jones still has a powerful voice at 81 years old and for anyone to name another singer who still sings with a powerful voice at 80+ years old.

    • @samburnett
      @samburnett 27 дней назад

      @@NaztyNydzIronic, because Tom Jones had a dreadful decade in the Eighties, Kiss aside

  • @timothye.2644
    @timothye.2644 3 года назад +6

    Legendary. Simply legendary. This man has never lost it...

  • @laureenwarner2518
    @laureenwarner2518 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful and makes you realize that Sir Tom is not immortal , which is sad in a way. When he sang I’m growing old actually brought tears to my eyes. May you sing every day you are blessed to share your beautiful voice with us. May God bless you always.

  • @markthilesen2869
    @markthilesen2869 3 года назад +10

    Wow, Tom! We're all growing older, but your song and voice will never grow old!!

  • @19brian55
    @19brian55 3 года назад +22

    Sweet rendition of “One more cup of coffee”, but having never heard “I’m growing old” until this vid, I’m sitting here stunned.
    Bravo 👏

  • @RoisinElektra
    @RoisinElektra 3 года назад +3

    Wow how incredibly fine his voice sounds
    The great Master 😳💕
    great appearance

  • @aaronstansk-popdreamcatche4279
    @aaronstansk-popdreamcatche4279 3 года назад +1

    He might look older, but the voice has barely changed. And, for anyone who doesn't know his catalog of the last 20 years .... you're missing out on some great music.

  • @lalva2024
    @lalva2024 Год назад +1

    The legendary pipes are still there. You can’t deny the gift he’s given us for so many years. An amazing talent and performer for the ages. Thank you Sir Thomas Jones.

  • @losttheplotcolin
    @losttheplotcolin 3 года назад +1

    Thank you Sir Tom

  • @kathyellis2350
    @kathyellis2350 Год назад +4

    Smooth. I really appreciate you and your fellow musicians. You have soul, Tom Jones. I have Welsh family members and know how important singing is.

  • @dean3434
    @dean3434 2 года назад

    Seeing this again this day of June 20, 2022 here in Seattle and much appreciate Mr. Jones. Thank you.

  • @jeffhickman418
    @jeffhickman418 3 года назад +4

    This man has truly been blessed with the talent to entertain us. And still has it!

  • @KoreyAusTex
    @KoreyAusTex 3 года назад +46

    Went with my Grandmother to see him in the 70’s in Vegas, Caesar’s Palace, when I was a little kid. 😳🤭 (ladies undergarments flying on stage). Happy Birthday Sir!

    • @richardyoung7415
      @richardyoung7415 2 года назад

      No matter where he performed it was the same thing, ladies underwear would be flying through the air as soon as he started singing and when he picked a peace up and wipe,t his forehead the women would go crazy 🤪 😜 😂. PEACE BE WITH YOU MY FRIEND. 🙏 😎✌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @pl434
    @pl434 3 года назад +19

    Love how Ethan just sits back and watches the maestro do his thing with "I'm Growing Old". Oh, yeah. Fans had to wait 55 years for "Growing Old". It was worth the wait. What a song..........brings tears. I like how Sir Tom says, "It says *growing* old, not I *am* old". LOL Sir Tom's great sense of humor. What an international treasure Sir Tom is!

    • @dancollins5194
      @dancollins5194 3 года назад +2

      When he met Michael Jackson MJ said what an amazing career TJ had had ….. Sir Tom said “ am still having “ gold from a master 👌🎶

  • @NaztyNydz
    @NaztyNydz 3 года назад +7

    So happy to see this 81 year old legend still rocking it. What a treasure... Stay healthy and safe, Sir Tom!

  • @JeffreyFrey
    @JeffreyFrey 3 года назад +1

    This man is a treasure.

  • @philbuilds116
    @philbuilds116 3 года назад +4

    My word has his voice stayed perfect. Happy birthday Tom. Most singers are shells past 60. Art Garfunkel and Tom Jones are the only exceptions that immediately come to mind.

  • @bautistasardi
    @bautistasardi 3 года назад +9

    The emotion, the sincerity on that last song. Goosebumps.

  • @vanmmole
    @vanmmole 3 года назад +4

    Wow! A 30-yr old fan here from Philippines. Sir Tom Jones your voice is like a healing musing into my soul in this time of pandemic. Love!

  • @chrisscanlan1506
    @chrisscanlan1506 3 года назад +4

    Have you all missed it this guy is a true legend still making amazing music like this thru a pandemic just does not get better

  • @margaretgant4517
    @margaretgant4517 3 года назад +6

    Wow!! Tom Jones sounds great!! I was a big fan of his as a little girl watching him on my grandparents TV. This man has plenty of Soul in his music. Thanks Tiny Desk! Peace, Love, And Blessings Always Tom Jones💙

  • @carlamartinez9462
    @carlamartinez9462 6 месяцев назад

    Tom venite a Argentina que te queremos escuchar en vivo!!! ❤❤❤

  • @ANAHATAJADE
    @ANAHATAJADE 3 года назад +6

    God, Tom Jones was and is an idle; a world fantastic entertainer/artist! We love you! At 81 you are Absolutely GREAT!

    • @dam4274
      @dam4274 3 года назад

      “Idol”

  • @НодираБурханова-б6у
    @НодираБурханова-б6у 3 года назад +3

    Храни вас ГОСПОДЬ, СЭР ТОМ ДЖОНС!!!!!!!!!

  • @heathernewcomb8758
    @heathernewcomb8758 3 года назад +3

    So awesome! Happy Birthday Tom Jones! I am grateful for your music!

  • @NotonlyMusik
    @NotonlyMusik 3 года назад +21

    Those last minutes have been tough, and also such beautiful. As life itself. All my love to you, Tom.

  • @scakes33
    @scakes33 3 года назад +1

    And also I cant get enough of your singing.

  • @ireneferrante2313
    @ireneferrante2313 3 года назад +3

    The voice is still as rich as ever! One of the best!

  • @silviaperez3786
    @silviaperez3786 3 года назад +3

    Happy birthday Tom 🎉❤. What a thrill to hear you sing 🤦🏼‍♀️💗 Nobody like you Tom is the best among the best, your career is immense and brilliant, nobody like you, so splendid singing so beautiful at this age. God bless you 🙏🙏and keep singing much more! we love you Tom !!🙅🏼‍♀️💗💗

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад +1

      Hello Thanks for your comment.

  • @Baci302
    @Baci302 3 года назад +1

    To this day, no one sings a song like Tom Jones. One of the great singers.

  • @laurenrt7564
    @laurenrt7564 3 года назад +6

    I’ve had the privilege of seeing this man in concert 3 times, and when I say he brings the house down- lord does he BRING IT DOWN. So undervalued by so many, the man still has it 👏🏼🙌🏽 thank you for gifting our ears with soulful tunes, Sir Tom Jones

  • @moutonvincent
    @moutonvincent 3 года назад

    That last song. He lives it. Still got it, still got it.

  • @antoniomora1255
    @antoniomora1255 3 года назад +5

    Happy birthday Sir Tom Jones. Your voice and performance are unique. May you stay with us for many years to come. The new generations are discovering how great this Legend is. Irrepeatable indeed.

  • @bojangbugami8650
    @bojangbugami8650 3 года назад +74

    The very first tiny desk performer returns, let's goooo

    • @doofiddy
      @doofiddy 3 года назад +5

      Laura Gibson is looking different lately!

  • @goldtoothjacko
    @goldtoothjacko 3 года назад +8

    Hands down one of the best things i have seen on my fav channel EVER. Sir Tom =LEGEND end of the story. Thanks for this so much, it is immense. Also Happy 81st Birthday sir Tom. His face got me in the heart at the end. What a guy.

  • @pennyclements6674
    @pennyclements6674 3 года назад

    Who doesn't Love to hear Tom Jones? He has the power of an opera singer in his 80s!

  • @robabnawaz
    @robabnawaz 2 года назад +3

    Still the best voice of the whole world

  • @cheryl-ht8jd
    @cheryl-ht8jd Год назад +1

    I have loved Tom since the sixties. What a voice. I’m so glad that I got to attend a concert this year.❤

  • @mr.mikeyg.5282
    @mr.mikeyg.5282 2 года назад +3

    Love it, Tom’s voice is strong as ever!

  • @idamcneal9382
    @idamcneal9382 11 месяцев назад

    You still have what you have always had - That awesome VOICE!

  • @firkinfright5168
    @firkinfright5168 3 года назад +7

    2 minutes in, goosebumps all over, 10 seconds later.... tears. Well done. Nothing as sweet as one last march.

  • @lorriekelly964
    @lorriekelly964 3 года назад +3

    That Voice is Treasure ! Man it's still Beautiful
    A total Icon that Man
    Is ! So glad to hear
    That Voice.
    No shakes or cracks
    As if it's preserved for life ! ❤

    • @tomjones9618
      @tomjones9618 3 года назад

      Hello Thanks for your comment.🙏

  • @HercGem
    @HercGem 3 года назад +13

    The perfect way to honor Tom on his 81st birthday and celebrate his music! He is amazing!