JOHN OWEN JONES BRING HIM HOME ON THIS MORNING

[@erickavelez197]

Colm Wilkinson, John Owen Jones and Ramin Karimloo are the best JVJ I've ever heard. Majestic voices and portrayals!

[@charlieni645]

Ramin's voice is simply too young for Valjean in my opinion. I love his version of BHH, but I don't think it fits in the story well like Colm's version or JOJ's version. Don't get me wrong, I'm a big fan of Ramin.

[@sohillsvettech1624]

Joj doesn't sound old either IMO. Ramin and him sound vocally in the same age bracket. I don't hear an old man in joj

[@charlieni645]

SoHills VetTech
Yeah, I can't hear an old man from JOJ, but neither a young man. Ramin's voice gave the direct impression that he is a young adult in golden age.

[@juliad7514]

All very good but Alfie Boe is the the best as far as vocal performance both live and studio is concerned. Never heard him failed a single note singing in Les Mis.

[@dottedpyjamas]

Julia D I was also thinking what about Alfie Boe! My personal top 3 in no particular order is Colm, Alfie and JOJ. I haven't heard Ramin's performance as Jean Valjean yet but I'm sure he's great, too! Maybe a little young for Valjean, though

[@Sugarzaza1234]

Perhaps the best version ever performed of this song.

[@TheStrick10]

Oded F Yea No.., Colm

[@user-ir9ro6fg4i]

His vocal is always perfect

[@MissBliss.]

Gerónimo Rauch though...

[@MrMjdc]

Colm is better

[@patriciaharman8325]

John Owen Jones is the best in my opinion. His voice is so beautiful.

[@myron8005]

Patricia Harman my dad knows him irl

[@amandae8437]

He and Colm are the two master jvj

[@istvantamas1202]

@@amandae8437 I think Colm and the Hungarian Vikidal Gyula are the bests.

[@whattextbooksdontteachyou]

He is the best!

[@mcclanesolo]

Saw him on Broadway this past summer (2016). When he performed this song it was absolutely dead silent in the theater. You could feel it. I've never seen anything like it. I had tears uncontrollably rolling down my cheeks. The guy is amazing, stand ovation when the song ended. Will remember for the rest of my life, what an experience!! Thank you John Owen Jones for sharing your gift!

[@ryanjaeger4173]

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[@FreedomFighter2112]

He's my all-time favorite

[@PeterSun-xs5cz]

When I found out he was going to be Jean Valjean to close the Broadway production, I booked a trip for the entire family. I had the pleasure of seeing him before, but my family didn’t. My kids were young then, but still remembered the experience vividly.

[@NoisyBones]

Is it like a rule that if you play Valjean you also need to play the Phantom at some part in your career as well?

[@NoisyBones]

LOL, It's more likely that they both require very experienced tenors but I think your idea is better.

[@9988ScooterGirl]

Lemming Bot It's a natural progression for theater tenors. First you hope you are good enough to snag the role of Valjean and then, if you are, you go after the ultimate role: the Phantom. Once you've managed that, well, where does one go from the Phantom?

[@kingelder2]

+Wendigo Nasty Alfie Boe has not done Phantom at least I dont think he has

[@Wikingking]

+Ian Elder Alfie is not phantom-material, but let him prove me wrong and I'll be happy :)

[@kingelder2]

Gábor Szabó I agree,I have met Alfie and he seem too nice to play the phantom but I would also liked to be proven wrong

[@oblongreceptionist8486]

I just have to love the cheeky grin he gives at the end of the song it's just great and he is probably thinking "yeah I know I nailed this song down".

[@kathypeachs6847]

John Owen- Jones is one of the few singers who can give me chills and goosebumps when singing. This was the best version of this song i have heard. I so wish i could hear him sing Phantom and Les Mis in person.

[@pastygrl9182]

I had the priveledge of seeing him live. Chills.

[@christine-nc9ib]

When I saw it there was an almost instant standing ovation, it was truly moving.

[@pastygrl9182]

Same thing happened when I went! So beautiful.

[@stitchwitch13]

I know... I saw JOJ live twice in this role and love every second of it! I told him on the backstage door, "You made me cry again", and he just replied "oh... so sorry!" ;)

[@OkieAllDay]

JO and Colm Wilkinson are my two favorite broadway stars of all time

[@faceisfunny3]

John Owen Jones, i discovered him when i went to see Phantom of the Opera for the first time last year and i am absoloutly in love with him and his voice. He is my phantom! Ugh, i want to see him in Les Mis, is he still doing that?
Ugh, Love HIM!

[@lisamitchell7317]

He was Alfie's understudy.

[@EmeraldTalks]

@Lisa Mitchell I’m fairly certain he played the role of JVJ before Alfie.

[@katyanarockercook]

I was in Les Mis in 2005 alongside him (little Cosette to his Valjean) and it was magical, he's such an inspiration - and a really nice guy!

[@lisamitchell7317]

Lucky!

[@nelmuppet]

What I love about JOJ is that he can bring the passion and the voice. I love how he gives a nod to Colm Wilkinson in a way during this song, but then can still put his own twist on it. Breathtaking. My favourite Valjean and Phantom.

[@vasculogenesis]

Saw JOJ perform this on the West End. It goes without saying that there wasn't an audience member left sitting when it came to his turn to bow. I had never heard of him before that night, but never forgot just how god damned good he was.

[@Phantom2687]

There are some rare gems out in this world, JOJ is one of them!

[@Skbeuker]

saw him on broadway around 2007 and he was incredible. best valjean ever. best rendition of this song ever. completely mesmerized by his performance and stage presence.

[@MasterAnemos]

I love how, at 4:05, he smiles as if to say, "Yeah. I DID just blow your mind."

[@ellanesse]

I had the oppotunity to see him live at last saturday in Broadway (Les Miserables), simply was amaizing, the best I ever seen.

[@stitchwitch13]

Colm and John are DEFINITIVELY the best "JV" EVER! i had the HONOUR to see the both live... there's no better...

[@Harford18]

his voice is incredibly smooth and he can really power out those high notes without any effort, absolutely amazing, and if im correct he plays phantom just as good

[@lisamitchell7317]

Better!

[@leedscab123]

Just had to listen to this again. I have to say I love the cheeky grin on his face at the end.

[@maniactress]

He just SLAYS me. seeing him in Les Miz was the single most incredible experience of my life.

[@alexanderzamora5930]

JOJ has a magical majestic God-given voice! I bought his two CDs, John Owen-Jones and Unmasked, from iTunes. He is certainly a great interpreter of musical theaters and one of the top three Jean Valjeans I have heard.

[@billyflynn2]

Watched him in Manchester - in my opinion, the best.

[@girls2021]

While Alfie will always be my favorited me this was just an incredible performance. Bravo JOJ

[@elliemilnes6684]

John Owen Jones is by far my favourite Jean Valjean EVER with Alfie Boe at second place

[@Etopirynka]

Chills every single time. JOJ beats Alfie with his feelings and expression. Alfie's voice is magnificent but JOJ has "the thing".

[@dawnturner5597]

Agreed. He is stunning.

[@Wikingking]

Alfie is unmatched in the vocals but JOJ is probably the best mixture of stunning vocal capabilities and on-stage presence/acting. I'd choose him over anyone probably, but still, would love to hear Alfie live as well :)

[@Xergius]

This has to be one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen. What control, tone and power! WOW!

[@leedscab123]

Have to say this guy is brilliant as Valjean when I saw him in Les Mis. I have heard he is equally brilliant as the Phantom and I cannot wait to see him in the touring production in Leeds on thursday.

[@scoobstopb]

Mr. Jones absolutely demolishes the "bring him joy" line. Wow, what a voice.

[@RafaelDiegoMachoReyes]

My respects to this great performer, his voice is a delighful pleasure and his technique is amazing, someday if I could sing the tenth he does I would be completely happy.

[@luminara1unduli]

MY FACE IS STAINED WITH TEARS!!!
He is my favorite Valjean, after Colm Wilkinson... his voice is divine.

[@lt2551]

i've seen quite a few les mis productions here on youtube and found JOJ's valjean the most emotional (which isn't bad). voice-wise he is my fave. acting-wise colm wilkinson.

[@1BeeJenks]

Heard him singing this for the first time a few years ago at the Faenol Festival in North Wales. It was a stunning performance.

[@Restint38]

I've heard this song hundreds of times, so it's emotional effect has lessened on me. Usually. This completely reduced me to tears... I mean... Wow.

[@brigantiacynric4429]

this guy is intoxicating!

[@Lily3071]

I read JOJ had just one singing lesson, his teacher told him he didn't need any, he was already a natural at singing like this.

[@chrisrichards3509]

I am lucky enough to say that I knew John well in our younger days in Burry Port. He's always had an amazing talent and is a credit to himself, his family and his home town. All who have ever known him are proud to say so. What a talent, what a voice... Genius!

[@BigKnobJack69]

This is amazing such talent and emotion something lacking in most singers now day

[@angiestock-christie2848]

I have loved John Owen-Jones ever since I went to see him in Phantom 14 year's ago. He has an incredible voice and I have never forgotten his performance.

[@TheManOfPurple2]

He's unbelievable. With a voice like that, you don't need anything else. Well done JOJ.

[@50sRockChick]

I saw him in Norwich in this and he is the best singer I've ever seen - so so good. Lovely voice :-)

[@evebil123]

I actually met him Last night!! I've got the picture and signature to prove it!! He is AMAZING!!! He's so funny, and such a lovely lovely man!! I adore him!! I went to see Les Mis' 2ice just to see him, and I actually got to talk 2 him face to face and put my arm around him!! how lucky am I!! I'm still hyped up!!!! XD xxx

[@CrazyGood88]

Alfie will now and forever be my Valjean and JOJ will forever be my Phantom. this man is magic.

[@veritasetlibertas7889]

My song, my prayer, and my tears for my son who is going through a very hard time now.

[@liammccabe05]

I genuinely turn into a crushing 12 year old when I see him. I'm and 18 year old guy. I lvoe this guy so much.

[@donnabaier9808]

Finally someone heard what I heard....Colm strained to sing over the other 3 singers, I thought it sad. He is the first and got respect, he should have been happy. I love JOJ, but Alfie, WOW. Liked what you wrote totally

[@andre184]

Yay!! I can't wait till he goes back to Phantom!! Ramin and JOJ are the best!

[@traindriva]

This is a brilliant performance and the guy singing deserves huge wraps..stellar

[@leedscab123]

The expression on his face at the end of the song is brilliant,he nails down the song.

[@brianelsworth3958]

I hit this because I always believed that Alfie Boe made this song his own. I wanted to see anothers interpretation of it... this gentelman didnt dissappoint :) Loved it!

[@rp_sport]

i love JOJ's voice and the passion he puts in
the same goes for Ramin Karimloo
i don't see the fascination with Alfie Boe at all

[@Wikingking]

Interesting because Alfie pretty much owns this song. Don't judge by looks for one time (I know it's important, becuase it's acting), close your eyes and listen. Alfie took this to the max at the 25th. Still, your opinion is just as valid, I'm just saying that you may want to reconsider it :)

[@cooperhoffman4421]

I see JOJ as a Colm/Ramin hybrid

[@JaredGoerke]

I agree. Not a fan of Alfie Boe's. John Owen Jones is the best.

[@minioop2]

Gábor Szabó He really doesn't though. He puts hardly any emotion into it, and every note sounds like every other one - a curse of a poorly trained opera singer. Sure he hits the notes, but there is no variation, and the emotion is just not there.

[@lisamitchell7317]

Alfie's acting is with his eyes and face. He is a wonderfully trained lyrical tenor. Alfie sings that song humble and heart felt over a Sleeping Marius. It's called The Prayer of Les Mes, not the best actor in a musical. The entire show was written for a tenor. He is the only natural tenor. ALL of the others sing in falsetto. Cameron mackintosh wanted him for the move and pushed for it to happen but the studio wanted a Big American known movie star for lead. Not bad to be tapped for a million dollar movie as and the only person who can top you is because he's world known. Not better, just more known...
Not bad for someone "who sings one note" and was the only JVJ asked. On top of that...he's handsome to boot.
Order of JVJ... Alfie, john, (who plays. Alfie's understudy)!! The last two are a tie.
I think Alfie is to humble to play the phantom. Although like other's I'd pay money to be proved wrong.

[@blossom114]

I was lucky enough to see him as Jean Valjean last summer on Broadway. I went to a matinee viewing and had I had time, I would have been tempted to turn around and buy a ticket for that night's performance as well. He was amazing...and waited long enough for him to come out the stage door to get a picture and an autograph.

[@TheTokyoToys]

my favourite Valjean! been lucky enough to have seen him play this role live twice, and seen him as the Phantom in phantom of the opera too. a true talent!

[@rebeccahooey9662]

He ranks among my favorite Valjeans! And Phantoms too!

[@leedscab123]

Came here again as I have just re-heard Geronimo Rauch sing this in English and in his native Spanish and it was awesome in both languages. He is now my third favourite Valjean of all time after JOJ and the legendary Colm Wilkinson the very man this song was written for. I mean Cameron Mackintosh said they had to have a man who looked like a convict, but sung like an angel and my god did he ever.

[@MrApcardoso]

the best performance off this song i've ever heard in my life

[@keshiaras1]

Hitting "the summers die..." like it was nothing. Well, hello to you, too, John.

[@Stuey_Alexander]

I think JOJ is the best fit, personally. He has the right mix of power and vulnerability in his voice that Valjean should have.

[@Wikingking]

I've recently listened the 25th anniversary edition of west end (I suppose?) version of Les Mis on spotify, the one featuring JOJ as Valjean and Earl Carpenter as Javert. His Valjean is mesmerizing! So emotional, sounds perfect! Alfie was/is my favourite voice-wise, but man, if I could choose I would possibly go and watch JOJ performing as JVJ! Stunning!

[@ilovemybabyblues]

JOJ is back as JVJ on Broadway from March - September 2016! :)

[@zeldacathou]

I saw him and he is so perfect

[@Wikingking]

Caitlin Palmer
Well, it's good for him and anyone lucky enough to have the opportunity and watch him live. I'm Hungarian, so it remains a dream I dream :D

[@tamrahouser732]

Not sure what you mean, but the 25th anniversary performance in London at the O2 starred Alfie Boe with Norm Lewis as Javert.

[@Wikingking]

@@tamrahouser732 I know but that was a special occasion and on Spotify there's a 25th anniversary tour edition which features a different cast. JOJ is Valjean.

[@Bean2of7]

what an amazing voice this man has...and so much passion! I've seen him in both Les Mis and Phantom and he is incredible in both shows!

[@lisamitchell7317]

I'm now officially jealous!

[@BagOfSticksFork]

=( I feel like crying at that last note. he was brought down from heaven

[@r3dscarf]

Love the smile at the end, almost as much as his amazing voice!!

[@RosaDeSangue1932]

This is indeed wonderful! Not seen the movie yet - it does not open in my country for two months.

[@remotecontrol24]

He is amazing, my heart flutters.

[@pattigood9087]

Being part Welsh, I am proud. Best Phantom besides Crawford and best JVJ besides Colm.

[@quornyum]

What an absolutely stunning performance! I saw him in Les Mes a year or so ago and his voice just completely floored me, he's AMAZING!

[@minajahan5313]

He's phenomenal! I love JOJ!

[@xKaraAnnJx]

John Owen-jones is just.... beyond words

[@MeiMei228]

I love Colm dearly too, but this rendition is absolutely magical.

[@luckyjackson6835]

I'll never forget, that i heard him sing this song live! ❤ His voice is amazing. 🎉

[@MeiMei228]

I haven't seen it yet either, but I have listened to most of the songs, and I haven't been so impressed. Perhaps the actors performances on screen will change my mind, but to me, this performance by JOJ is about as good as it could get. His voice is so powerful and beautiful but incredibly emotive and he colors his performance with beautiful subtlety and nuance. It is true artistry.

[@Noltan74]

for those of you saying alfie is too operatic... well he is an opera singer, and when he sang at the 25th anniversary it was a concert not the actual show... and in my opinion Colm will always be the best valjean because for 1 this song was written for him (literally it was look it up). Also I love JOJ but I believe alfie takes it to a whole new level with the vulnerability in his voice when he sings it. So for me it goes Colm, Alfie, JOJ

[@Prismite]

In a word: Stunning.

[@janicehopkins2113]

Suzanne Hewitt, this is who we saw, wasn’t it magical. Thought the audience were very rude when they knew Alfie bass wasn’t performing. This was outstanding much preferred. Still gives me goosebumps

[@lisamitchell7317]

Wasn't preferred or the audience wouldn't have been upset. But that's no call for rudeness. But you must remember also people buy plane tickets, get hotel rooms and buy the ticket to alfie months in advance. Cant get a refund so they sit (what they consider a understudy performance)for what may be a once in a life time event. No excuse for rudeness but maybe frustration.

[@BarneyBrownBear25]

My gosh! I'm at a loss for words!!! This is simply astounding!!!!!!

[@metsogrand]

I have seen him many times and he puts so much feeling in his vocals .

[@tutu050]

I saw him and everyone was moved by his performance.

[@grnday11700]

I never had interest in Les Mis til I saw this. I absolutely have to see the show as soon as I can now.

[@leedscab123]

bloody brilliant. He is amazing in this role and as the Phantom as well. I feel great pleasure in having seen him perform both roles, truly great.

[@BroadwayBeauty90]

His EYES!!! So perfect!

[@StickmanDCR1]

he is the best jean val jean! he was amazing when I went to see him!!!

[@marylh914]

His emotion, power and range is stupendous!! I love him!!

[@leontagoe1]

for some reason i did not expect this to be good but it seriously was. can not believe how good actually.

[@charley235]

Ive watched like 20 versions. Hes the best

[@TimKoopman10]

Hahaha when he's done he has such an 'emotion-flip', he goes really happy at once haha.

[@Stuey_Alexander]

The movie and the musical are two different mediums, you can't deny that. The movie, although a musical, doesn't have vocals as the main focus. The movie aimed to heighten the emotional experience. Despite what you may want to believe, it's the acting that makes or breaks a performance, not singing. Ultimately, you have to be believable as your character. Hugh Jackman was believable. As an actor, he should be. He did his job just fine. The vocals were raw emotion, which I personally prefer.

[@DanAguinaldo]

I have to agree with you about the hands also! Such an amazing performance! He is able to capture so much emotion!

[@liammccabe05]

What a beautiful man :D saw him in in edinbugh late last year doing this and I've been in love with his voice ever since... I sung this at my school award ceremony on wednesday and was extremely nervous xD no where near as good as him but that's to be expected... I mean... the man's god...

[@kasia1milka15]

Ok, this left me crying... I believed no one could beat Colm Wilkinson, but now...:) Pure perfection, so emotional and simply beatuiful.

[@TheAbfromNJ]

Tremendous, singing and visual presentation!

[@skystarless]

God, that was beautiful! JOJ is awesome.

[@leedscab123]

I just have to keep coming and listening to this performance for it's shear brilliance. It also makes me feel emotional listening to the awesome rendition by JOJ because his voice is great.
Further when you understand the context of the song and relate it to the novel where Marius is on death's door you will understand the emotion of the whole song as Jean Valjean prays for the sleeping Marius.

[@ameliedaae]

That was amazing! So was his adorable smile at the end!

[@ilovefiyero]

iam currently weeping
stunning performance
x

[@jonathanwang9613]

Colm will always be my favorite voice. but look at JOJ's eyes...I don't care the music any more...

[@leedscab123]

Freaking awesome performance by the brilliant JOJ.

[@RBDamorr]

Beautiful! Absolutely breathtaking!

[@L1C1T1]

best valjean ive ever heard... such a beautiful natural voice :)

[@MrAnthonyVance]

Fabulous .. each man is great in his own right so perhaps it is futile to compare ... though hard to do, nevertheless, I try to take each Valjean on his own merits ... and I wind up applauding all of them.