Final Fantasy X came out in 2001 on PlayStation. Here we are 17 years later, still being moved by the beauty in the music! All the memories and emotions come flooding in! This is how you make a 30 something year old man cry!
Back then final fantasy carried respect dreams and everything fans of RPG games wanted to see. Nowadays final fantasy means a rushed, lesser than expected game with little to no charisma and only few remarkable soundtracks. To me FFX was the real FINAL Fantasy
One of the Games that my Dad bought me back in the day. Still remember it. My dad passed away in march but this song brings me back to times when everything was okay. Crying almost everytime when i hear this awesome theme
This is exactly why one day I want this to be played at my funeral. I mean that in a hopeful way. This was one of the first impactful games I played as a kid. It encouraged me to learn how to play the piano. It was the first song I mastered. You're right, life is like a song. Even though the beats can be repetitive they can hit in so many ways, different every time. Crescendos and decrescendos. All building towards a graceful exit. "Listen to my story. This may be our last chance."
Someone I was close with my whole life, who was like a big sister was such a huge FFX fan and she died in 2014. I can't hear this song without crying. You played it very well.
I hear this song and I immediately get hit with nostalgia and a wave of emotions ranging from happy to sad. FFX changed me. It made me truly love games and take them seriously. Such a great song, and such a great performance. Thank-you.
I have listened this piece many times, but your interpretation is the most emotional so far Those delays perfectly express the vibe and the story itself!
I am a guy that rarely cries. This piece hits all the notes I am weak to, and returns the memories of friends and games from that time, and I break down. Thank you.
To Zanarkand tells a story from my life. It means a lot to me. I want to be honest... It feels like I've heard this piece 1000 times. Many different versions... But by far I feel your interpretation, your emotions, your understanding are the most accurate. I've heard your version many times and every time I forget to breathe. You played it so beautifully! I thank you so much!!
There are so many layers to this song and videogame....friendship, love, lost, a voyage through life with its perils and conquests. You brought it all back....I use to play this game with my brother for years.
Your interpretation of this iconic piece was not only technically impressive but also incredibly moving, capturing the essence of its emotional depth and beauty. “To Zanarkand” is more than just a melody; it is a journey through a spectrum of emotions that many of us experienced while embarking on the epic adventure that is Final Fantasy X. Nobuo Uematsu, the mastermind behind this composition, crafted it to be the heart and soul of the game’s narrative, intertwining themes of love, loss, and the bonds of friendship. Your performance brought these elements to life, allowing us to relive the poignant moments that made the game unforgettable. For those watching and wondering why this piece often brings listeners to tears, it’s important to understand the unique power of music in storytelling, particularly in the realm of video games. Music like “To Zanarkand” transcends background sound to become an integral part of the narrative, shaping our experiences and memories. As we journey through the game’s world, we form connections with the characters and their stories, with the music underscoring every triumph and tragedy. When we hear these melodies outside of the game, they act as a conduit, transporting us back to those moments of joy and sorrow, making the emotional response intensely personal and profound. Your performance did more than just recreate a piece of music; it served as a bridge to cherished memories and emotions for many of us. It is a reminder of the power of art to move, to connect, and to heal. Thank you for sharing your talent and for rekindling the magic of “To Zanarkand” and the world of Final Fantasy X for me and for so many others.
The composure. The passion. The precision of mood and tone. He played to perfection from beginning to end. Nobuo Uematsu would be proud. Kuddos to you master pianist.
Memories.🥺 This song makes me sad, but not a depressing sadness but a pleasent sadness. I'm allways stunned, when i realize, how music can carry powerfull emotions in such a impactfull maner. Good job.
When I need to relax, this is my go to piece to play on the piano. I want to learn the fast arpeggios in the middle! When this game came out, I remember trying so hard to learn it by ear. It draws you in with the story set up. Beautiful rendition!
Seeing you still give hearts to all the comments to this day brings a tear to my eye! Loved your performance , it is the song I am currently trying hard to learn and seeing you play it just motivates me even more. You get one more sub from me! Good luck out there!!!
Uematsu could do something very few composers could, he would capture an emotion from a character or scene absolutely PERFECTLY and portray it in sound. You can hear the sadness and despair but the puresoul that experienced those feelings Beautiful.
When Nobuo Uematsu's video game music is so epic they tour the world with it and talented artists cover them and we all just bask in the beauty of it all. I mean the soundtracks are worth playing through the series alone.
By far the most beautiful sound my ears could ever hear.... and i listen to rap and hip hop but nothing can compare or be as great as this. I absolutely love it. FFX is so aesthetic and thats why it is my favourite game...
I started learning piano while i was 7, and my big sister asked me if i could play this sheet for her, as she loved the game and its musics. It is the first music i printed myself and learned alone, and more than 10 years after my sister's request, i still play it. Not every week, but i'll always return to playing it, it has become a sort of theme song for me and my family. Live this music so much.
The Delicacy, and emotion placed into each key touch brings this song to life. Beautiful. The Pause at 3 Minutes after the build up, lets you talk to god its so good.
I've never played final fantasy but this song has always had a place in my heart. its so beautiful and you can seriously hear the emotion in this when it goes soft and then the notes all play in together. beautiful piece and a beautiful cover.
If you get a chance, you should definitely play it!! Once you've connected the storyline to this song, it becomes even more emotional and impactful. I genuinely can't listen to this song without getting tears in my eyes.
Oh wow...its perfect. Absolutely perfect. Theres even moments where he goes slower and I was like how did you make a good song even better than it already is?
I don''t know guys if you realized how talented is Mr Shirosu . as a musician I played with a lot of pianists and none had his talent (without wanting to disrespect my fellas) Thank you for this wonderful cover
Wow.. This might be better than the in game version great timing with the keys.. much emotion. This song takes you right back to when you were first playing X and all the good feels that game gave you ❤️ wonderfully done, time to go wipe these tears 😭
this was like a watershed moment for me when i first heard this song playing that game on the ps2 so long ago how could you not be moved? I remember, not having any real exposure to piano classical music, but even if I did, this is a song that definitely sticks out in my memory just for being so beautiful and pleasant to the ear
Lay in bed, crying as I always do when I hear this piece, you play it so very beautifully! I just sent this to my girlfriend, because it's too stunning not to be shared xx
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2024 and To Zanarkand still brings tears to my eyes. Timeless, masterful, emotional. Ty for this
" Listen to my story... This may be our last chance. "
Oooh juste this sentence bring back such memories...
So many memories!
Right in the feels - Instant goosebumps
HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA
Ooohh the feeeeeeeeels 😭
Final Fantasy X came out in 2001 on PlayStation. Here we are 17 years later, still being moved by the beauty in the music! All the memories and emotions come flooding in! This is how you make a 30 something year old man cry!
True, that's one of the most beautiful pieces I've ever heard!
One of the best music and story elements of any game ever made. Our Kids will make this a movie one day.
Back then final fantasy carried respect dreams and everything fans of RPG games wanted to see. Nowadays final fantasy means a rushed, lesser than expected game with little to no charisma and only few remarkable soundtracks. To me FFX was the real FINAL Fantasy
How damn right you are Bro!
That's Nobuo Uematsu!
One of the Games that my Dad bought me back in the day. Still remember it. My dad passed away in march but this song brings me back to times when everything was okay. Crying almost everytime when i hear this awesome theme
RIP :'(
I played this game, before my parents passed away too. I get the same feeling! so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. He rest in peace. Memories and light will never die ! Best wishes ❤
Thank you guys so much! Hope you're doing well as far as possible. Wish you a good new year and hope that your dreams come true :)
Weird. My dad also bought me this game and passed away in March! But that was 14 years ago :)
Life is like a song. You don’t rush it. You play it gracefully to the rhythm. One measure at a time.
This is exactly why one day I want this to be played at my funeral. I mean that in a hopeful way.
This was one of the first impactful games I played as a kid. It encouraged me to learn how to play the piano. It was the first song I mastered.
You're right, life is like a song. Even though the beats can be repetitive they can hit in so many ways, different every time. Crescendos and decrescendos. All building towards a graceful exit.
"Listen to my story. This may be our last chance."
"You'll cry...you're gonna cry....you always cry. See? You're crying."
OmegaTC 😭 I miss that game so much
@@samanthariggs906 yesterday I caught myself playing it again. Ahahaha. Fuck nostalgia!!
hahaha
You cried
No I'm not 😭
I think we can all agree that Nobuo Uematsu is a freaking genius.
One of the best soundtrack composers to ever live
The Beethoven of video game music.
He ranks as one of the best composers of all time. This piece is one of the reasons why I decided to learn piano.
I love that you get dressed up for your RUclips performance. It's very classy.
Someone I was close with my whole life, who was like a big sister was such a huge FFX fan and she died in 2014. I can't hear this song without crying. You played it very well.
HELLO?? ANYONE HOME MCFLY?
The power of music ❤
My deepest condolences. I’m so sorry for your loss. 💐🙏🏽💐
Played it well? The man wrote the song. Sorry for your loss.
I literally can't listen to this piece without crying.
It's the most beautiful song.
All these years later, this song still makes me tear up.
Same, I am sitting here, just after my 40th birthday, and still, completely in tears, uncontrollably.
I hear this song and I immediately get hit with nostalgia and a wave of emotions ranging from happy to sad. FFX changed me. It made me truly love games and take them seriously. Such a great song, and such a great performance. Thank-you.
I have listened this piece many times, but your interpretation is the most emotional so far
Those delays perfectly express the vibe and the story itself!
There's no way I could get tired of this song EVER, it is so beautiful. Thank you so much.
I am a guy that rarely cries. This piece hits all the notes I am weak to, and returns the memories of friends and games from that time, and I break down. Thank you.
I feel that man this song really hits home.
To Zanarkand tells a story from my life. It means a lot to me. I want to be honest... It feels like I've heard this piece 1000 times. Many different versions... But by far I feel your interpretation, your emotions, your understanding are the most accurate. I've heard your version many times and every time I forget to breathe. You played it so beautifully! I thank you so much!!
Amen
I started to play piano because of this song and everytime I listen to it, I feel the same emotion I felt the first time. Btw, great job!
春Haru I want to start to play piano because of this song too. Do you think this is possible?
Of course, it's possible.
28 here, started at 27 to play Piano. I can play Atins version fluently now. It's definitely a piece possible to learn. Go for it!
Thats basically the same thing for me. I started practisind because of this piece. This sounds just as beautiful as it gets.
Really? This is the song that inspired you to start to play the piano??
This rendition is a masterpiece, it conveys all of the emotion from the original story. Thank you for this Hikaru Shirosu.
There are so many layers to this song and videogame....friendship, love, lost, a voyage through life with its perils and conquests. You brought it all back....I use to play this game with my brother for years.
Wow dude... I listened to this year's ago and came back when I remembered it. Amazing performance
such a great rendition
The music just takes me back. It's like re-reading your favorite book all over.
Your interpretation of this iconic piece was not only technically impressive but also incredibly moving, capturing the essence of its emotional depth and beauty.
“To Zanarkand” is more than just a melody; it is a journey through a spectrum of emotions that many of us experienced while embarking on the epic adventure that is Final Fantasy X. Nobuo Uematsu, the mastermind behind this composition, crafted it to be the heart and soul of the game’s narrative, intertwining themes of love, loss, and the bonds of friendship. Your performance brought these elements to life, allowing us to relive the poignant moments that made the game unforgettable.
For those watching and wondering why this piece often brings listeners to tears, it’s important to understand the unique power of music in storytelling, particularly in the realm of video games. Music like “To Zanarkand” transcends background sound to become an integral part of the narrative, shaping our experiences and memories. As we journey through the game’s world, we form connections with the characters and their stories, with the music underscoring every triumph and tragedy. When we hear these melodies outside of the game, they act as a conduit, transporting us back to those moments of joy and sorrow, making the emotional response intensely personal and profound.
Your performance did more than just recreate a piece of music; it served as a bridge to cherished memories and emotions for many of us. It is a reminder of the power of art to move, to connect, and to heal. Thank you for sharing your talent and for rekindling the magic of “To Zanarkand” and the world of Final Fantasy X for me and for so many others.
The composure. The passion. The precision of mood and tone. He played to perfection from beginning to end. Nobuo Uematsu would be proud. Kuddos to you master pianist.
Sheer perfection. That brought tears to my eyes. Amazing talent. Thank you.
この曲を弾いている多くの方の中で一番好きです☆
何度も聴かせてもらってます☆
Memories.🥺
This song makes me sad, but not a depressing sadness but a pleasent sadness. I'm allways stunned, when i realize, how music can carry powerfull emotions in such a impactfull maner. Good job.
Absolutely stunning. Thank you.
When I need to relax, this is my go to piece to play on the piano. I want to learn the fast arpeggios in the middle! When this game came out, I remember trying so hard to learn it by ear. It draws you in with the story set up. Beautiful rendition!
The most beautiful song i can think of and this is by far the best interpetation on youtube. Amazing.
Seeing you still give hearts to all the comments to this day brings a tear to my eye! Loved your performance , it is the song I am currently trying hard to learn and seeing you play it just motivates me even more. You get one more sub from me! Good luck out there!!!
before playing the game: wow what a nice piano piece!
After finishing the game: huhuhuhuhu
This song is so beautiful it's one of my favourite piano pieces.
Uematsu could do something very few composers could, he would capture an emotion from a character or scene absolutely PERFECTLY and portray it in sound.
You can hear the sadness and despair but the puresoul that experienced those feelings
Beautiful.
I'm very glad to see how many of us are touch by this song. My tears came slowly as I closed my eyes and listen to this masterpiece.
This always brings a tear to my eye doesn't matter who I hear playing it.
"listen to my story...this may be our last chance..."
Very well played ! Bravo. Hello from France.
In a series so full of the brilliance of Nobuo Uematsu, this takes some beating.
You captured every emotion in this song and managed to make it even more beautiful. Seriously amazing.
Finally someone who really brings the emotions of this piece to live on a piano. Much love from Germany.
When Nobuo Uematsu's video game music is so epic they tour the world with it and talented artists cover them and we all just bask in the beauty of it all. I mean the soundtracks are worth playing through the series alone.
one of the best FF songs man, well played!
I've watched this video so many times and I still tear up every time. You're so skilled and it inspires me to keep practicing piano. Thank you.
Your timing is flawless. Love the way you let the notes ring out.
Such a fun game remember getting the feels playing this game.
By far the most beautiful sound my ears could ever hear.... and i listen to rap and hip hop but nothing can compare or be as great as this. I absolutely love it. FFX is so aesthetic and thats why it is my favourite game...
This is simply beautiful. Just perfect. You are so talented!
First time I literally clapped out loud listening to a youtube video! You took out my emotions, well done.!
this is just so beautiful
Most sweetest version out there
I love how he's really feeling it while playing this very pretty piece of music. I've started practicing the song because of the video! Great job!!
This game touched everyone who played it in one way or another. I feel like this song best personifies these emotions
Such a beautiful performance! I love how you played with the tempo and timing.
One of the most beautiful pieces of music that will forever leave a mark on my life. An amazing performance, thank you.
No one could dislike this... it's a masterpiece of feelings and perfectly executed!
A great Like from the brazilian FF fans for you.
Beautiful I always come back to listen to this amazing song 💟 Thank you so much!!!
2:49 That sustain and the anticipation made me twist in my seat. Lovely job! And I love how you showed that you're a human in the end too :)
FFX is The best game of all time...i still have shivers...and this soundtrack kills me everytime i listen to it...
I started learning piano while i was 7, and my big sister asked me if i could play this sheet for her, as she loved the game and its musics. It is the first music i printed myself and learned alone, and more than 10 years after my sister's request, i still play it. Not every week, but i'll always return to playing it, it has become a sort of theme song for me and my family. Live this music so much.
You have played this so beautifully. Thank you for sharing this ❤
The Delicacy, and emotion placed into each key touch brings this song to life. Beautiful. The Pause at 3 Minutes after the build up, lets you talk to god its so good.
Wooooow this was absolutely brilliant! Go zanarkand Abes!
Something that sleeps deep in my heart seems to stir. This always be my favorite music background. To Zanarkand.
This is one of my favorite songs, and you did such a fantastic job! I think I listened to this at least 20 times :)
Every time I hear this song I get goosebumps... and I've heard it so many times...
I've never played final fantasy but this song has always had a place in my heart. its so beautiful and you can seriously hear the emotion in this when it goes soft and then the notes all play in together. beautiful piece and a beautiful cover.
If you get a chance, you should definitely play it!! Once you've connected the storyline to this song, it becomes even more emotional and impactful. I genuinely can't listen to this song without getting tears in my eyes.
Brilliant job. The duality of this song speaks volume, a song of beginnings and endings, one that captures the emotions of love and loss.
Oohh! Gimme the chills! Well done on covering Nobuo Uematsu, masterful music! His music sticks in my veins like an I.V.. Love it.
Great rendition, plus love the little clip at the end too 🙂
Definitely is the most beautiful piano song of all time ;)
It's what motivated me to become a pianist
The first final fantasy game I played was this one and as soon as I heard this song I was hooked, very well done
How is it 2019 and I’m barely crossing this amazing cover!!!! Sooooo beautiful 😭❤️ it’s on repeat for me!
Bravo!!
This person who created this song is A god/goddess🙌 just an amazing mastermind👌
This song is so moving. Loved it when I saw the concert live
I’m gonna cry 😭 Such a great game and a beautiful piece I wish I could play!
Give my ash to the wind, when i will move on to better place. Req - this piece.
This piece still makes my heart flutter 😌
Oh wow...its perfect. Absolutely perfect. Theres even moments where he goes slower and I was like how did you make a good song even better than it already is?
Wonderfully played...so much expression... I can feel Yuna's eyes looking painfully to me..
Absolutely fantastic! The way you play this song, touches my heart deeply. Thank you so much for playing.
I cried... This song is... *PERFECT*
So much memories...
This is one of the best masterpieces ever composed.
FINAL FANTASY X was one of the greatest masterpieces ever 'composed' 😂💯
Add Chcobo Theme and I'll agree.
This song has a special place in my hearts... i don’t know how often I have listened to this cover by now thank you so much it’s so beautiful!
I don''t know guys if you realized how talented is Mr Shirosu .
as a musician I played with a lot of pianists and none had his talent (without wanting to disrespect my fellas)
Thank you for this wonderful cover
Exceptional performance!!!! Heartrenderingly beautiful!!!! Bravo!!!!
Wow.. This might be better than the in game version great timing with the keys.. much emotion. This song takes you right back to when you were first playing X and all the good feels that game gave you ❤️ wonderfully done, time to go wipe these tears 😭
I love this piano concert. And it's wonderful we can all see/ hear what you play :D
Music is truly a time machine. Man how this takes me back!
Thank you!
Masterpiece of song. Masterpiece of performance....
Thank you.
this was like a watershed moment for me when i first heard this song playing that game on the ps2 so long ago
how could you not be moved?
I remember,
not having any real exposure to piano classical music,
but even if I did, this is a song that definitely sticks out in my memory
just for being so beautiful and pleasant to the ear
absolutely perfect
More Games like this one please...never got that feelings again in other Games.
Only one word to describe this... Incredible 💙
Such a beautiful soundtrack and this man is beyond talented, thank you! ♥️
Thank you for blessing us with this
Nailed the performance. The extended pauses and the perfect intensity of the notes made this performance flawless. And those arpeggios man! Bravo!
So gorgeous
I like your tempo...that is all for this song! Beautiful. Big hug from Mexico.
Lay in bed, crying as I always do when I hear this piece, you play it so very beautifully! I just sent this to my girlfriend, because it's too stunning not to be shared xx