This will forever be one of my proudest moments as a fan. I'm really, really, really proud of David when I watched this on t.v and no matter how many times I watch this I will always be so proud. He just keeps getting better. No matter how many times he has performed Imagine already, the innocence and the emotions and the intensity never gets old. I can really feel the message of the song. It's just beautiful...so plain beautiful. American Idol, this is what a performance is all about!
Amazing how David can create such admiration and awe with just his voice and a piano!!! No flashy dancers, pyrotechnics, or other special effects were needed for him to carry the night. Just the simple beauty of David's voice and the elegance of a legendary song were enough to create a very special musical moment.
It was so great to see David on TV again performing this song. He sings it so well and with such emotion. Great artist. Way to go David. You make all your fans so happy. You are so good in concert. Can't wait to go again.
David Archuleta has shown the American public just what a true American Idol should be. He has a God given talent, generosity, spirit, humility and has integrity, dignity and love for his fellow man. His heart and soul he puts into his music gives the world a better sound for all to hear. Imagine is one of David's favorite songs to sing and express his feelings and emotions to his adoring fans. Any version David chooses to sing will be a great one!
Oh my gosh...I was so happy to see & hear David Archuleta perform "Imagine" again on the American Idol stage. He was amazing! I just love him and think he is an amazing singer / songwriter. I can't wait for his next single to get released!
This will always be one of the few performances that I remember from all my years of watching American Idol. Not specifically this performace, but David performing Imagine, in general. I fall more in love with his version EVERYTIME I hear it. I wasn't a huge Lennon or Beatles fan before this, and I'm still not, but David singing this inspired me to listen to Lennon's version. And, I'm thankful it did. It's such a great song, through and through.
ive watched this a million times, and every time i feel and relive the feelings and emotions he's trying to pass to us, his listeners and fans. thats what i call a gifted talent :)
the word 'beautiful' doesn't even cut it. there are no adjectives to adequately praise his voice. he's such a sweetheart too, people don't realize how good he is.
It's always bugged the daylights out of me the way American Idol and it's cronies have treated David. They could all learn a thing or two from him. Like how to carry yourself with class. Go David! May you get all the blessings you so rightly deserve. Oh, and thanks for your music, Your VOICE is like NO other!
Masterclass , Superb , THAT is how it's done ! TRUE talent , just an amazing performance by an amazing performer ! Thank you David for caring enough about music to keep it real! no gimmicks needed! I have been a fan from day 1 and will be forever and a day! Thank YOU Tom for this amazing Vid! You ROCK my friend!
Tom, you've done it again. Thanks. And thank you David for being who you are. I was left in tears once again. That note with "maaaan". Stunning as usual.
Thank you Tom for this High Quality version - which will be saved to my favorites! The most amazing, beautiful person and stunning performance!! There are no words to describe David Archuleta -- he is BEAUTIFUL!!
I didn't get to see this last night when it aired because my stupid hotel room in Salt Lake didn't carry the local FOX affiliate. I heard all about David's performance from my mom, though, and couldn't wait to watch it! David does another FANTASTIC job with Imagine!
Loveley video. Thanks Tom. I can't stop watching this and the reaction of the judges, audience and the other contestants. He sure showed them how its done, didn't he. Kept the traditional tune, changes it up to make it his own (with his signature runs) and was perfect! Great job David. I love you.
OMG.. I knew he was going to be on Idol last night but... didn't even think he was singing Imagine.. the full version... Amazing.. I saw him in NJ and he was the BEST !!! Love David.. Beautiful...!!!
Classy....It's really amazing that in just 3 minutes this young man impressed and moved people with only the piano playing and his voice, a brave talented remarkable young man indeed. But yeah he's David Archuleta.............. :)
TOM!! I was soooo hoping you would do this. Thank you so much. David once again overwhelms me with his stunning rendition of Imagine. There is no one who does this better. He had already stolen my heart when I first heard him sing this on Idol. Thanks again Tom. ♥heartsong♫
Dang! How come I love him so much? He just starts the first note, and I'm totaly floating. What's with that? And that smile, Heck, I'm a gonner. God bless him, I'm not gonna overanalyze it, he's a good kid, I'm sticking by him, I'm a fan.
When did he learn to play the piano like that!!! Geez. It is just a breathtaking performance. He will remain one of the most memorable contestants ever on American Idol and his career in the future.....unlimited.
How does David keep getting better and better? I thought his voice was perfect two years ago when he inexplicably came in second on AI. But David keeps improving, showing the world that he is a true vocal artist and definitely deserving of all the praise he receives.
wow! really wow!.. I heard different singers singing this lennon song but this is the only one I found truly amazing it send chills to my body. what a voice!!! love this guy. I haven't actually followed him before but this video make me curious about him and what I found is that he's not only amazingly handsome outside but also inside....what a man.
I can listen to this over and over. I feel sorry for the contestants having to sit and listen to his beautiful angelic voice. I can listen to this forever and forever and forever......sigh.
Oh my lord! an Angel fallen from heaven! he is amazingly cute! adorable! and his hair looks so cute! :') he is so beautiful i adore him!! so talented and beautiful! he just made not only my day but my whole month! lol i adore David so much! love him love him love him!!!
OMG. I can't stop watching this. That voice. His interview with Ryan was really good. Wish he didn't get so nervous when he goes back on that stage. He's the best talent that ever hit AI in all the 9 seasons they've been on the air. We know it and he should know it too! I agree its a wonder he didn't win but look at Adam and Kris from last year. Who's the mentor next week?
This is just...wow. If you watch his previous times performing, he had no idea he'd end up back on the stage 2 years later with all that's happened in his life. It's just touching. And I love that awkward zoom-in on Ellen bahha
@hschapiro I meant to say "Love me tender" by Elvis. David's the only one I know of who can sing Elvis's and John Lennon's "Imagine" better than the original.
OH MY GOSH! IS THAT REALLY DAVID NOW?! MAN! I wasn't able to use the computer since like the summer started because of my bro and I wasn't updated and I am just very surprised that this is how he looks now! I wasn't able to watch AI either. :))
@baf0931 - I see that. Didn't this video almost have a million views? What is up with you tube to constantly keep him under a low profile?. No matter what they are trying to do, D, YOUR THE BEST! Oh, D's my nickname I have given for David. I believe everything you pointed out and more of the public needs to recognize this game their playing.
@highschoolboy15 hi, i was talking about Ryan Seacrest. He interviewed David on his radio show the day after this appearance in AI. He seemed to be more impressed with David than in the past.
David was just beautiful last night. This song is now forever associated with him for AI viewers. I love it when he sings at the piano, although I believe it may put some strain on his voice. He's matured quite a lot too. I don't see the rudeness some people are talking about here as regards Ryan. What else was he supposed to do, accompany David to an imaginary door? This is a show and it must go on. All is fine by me. Go David!
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he is beautiful. the blind love his voice, the deaf love his voice . he's so gentle + beautiful. David Archuleta!!! WOO!!!
The most heartfelt performance. ever
This will forever be one of my proudest moments as a fan. I'm really, really, really proud of David when I watched this on t.v and no matter how many times I watch this I will always be so proud. He just keeps getting better. No matter how many times he has performed Imagine already, the innocence and the emotions and the intensity never gets old. I can really feel the message of the song. It's just beautiful...so plain beautiful. American Idol, this is what a performance is all about!
Amazing how David can create such admiration and awe with just his voice and a piano!!! No flashy dancers, pyrotechnics, or other special effects were needed for him to carry the night. Just the simple beauty of David's voice and the elegance of a legendary song were enough to create a very special musical moment.
It was so great to see David on TV again performing this song. He sings it so well and with such emotion. Great artist. Way to go David. You make all your fans so happy. You are so good in concert. Can't wait to go again.
I am impressed! Very very impressed! For 2 years been listening to every single of his songs, but never get tired of it!
David Archuleta has shown the American public just what a true American Idol should be. He has a God given talent, generosity, spirit, humility and has integrity, dignity and love for his fellow man. His heart and soul he puts into his music gives the world a better sound for all to hear. Imagine is one of David's favorite songs to sing and express his feelings and emotions to his adoring fans. Any version David chooses to sing will be a great one!
Oh my gosh...I was so happy to see & hear David Archuleta perform "Imagine" again on the American Idol stage. He was amazing! I just love him and think he is an amazing singer / songwriter. I can't wait for his next single to get released!
This will always be one of the few performances that I remember from all my years of watching American Idol. Not specifically this performace, but David performing Imagine, in general. I fall more in love with his version EVERYTIME I hear it. I wasn't a huge Lennon or Beatles fan before this, and I'm still not, but David singing this inspired me to listen to Lennon's version. And, I'm thankful it did. It's such a great song, through and through.
ive watched this a million times, and every time i feel and relive the feelings and emotions he's trying to pass to us, his listeners and fans. thats what i call a gifted talent :)
the word 'beautiful' doesn't even cut it. there are no adjectives to adequately praise his voice. he's such a sweetheart too, people don't realize how good he is.
It's always bugged the daylights out of me the way American Idol and it's cronies have treated David. They could all learn a thing or two from him. Like how to carry yourself with class. Go David! May you get all the blessings you so rightly deserve. Oh, and thanks for your music, Your VOICE is like NO other!
he's so pure and faithful. Such a joy listen to a beautiful people singing this beatiful song
Oh wow, this was absolutely beautiful! David is the best singer ever and such a lovely person too.
Masterclass , Superb , THAT is how it's done ! TRUE talent , just an amazing performance by an amazing performer ! Thank you David for caring enough about music to keep it real! no gimmicks needed! I have been a fan from day 1 and will be forever and a day! Thank YOU Tom for this amazing Vid! You ROCK my friend!
Awesome!!! I am speechless. He could sing this song in many different ways and still make it current and amazing. What a talent.
This young man remains The Real Deal, just a pure singer who needs nothing more than his amazing voice to thrill us. Fantastic!
this is from years ago, and i still remember it, and come back looking to watch it. THAT is talent. There are no other idol songs ive remembered
Still one of the best Idol performances EVERRRRRRR
Tom, you've done it again. Thanks. And thank you David for being who you are. I was left in tears once again. That note with "maaaan". Stunning as usual.
Thank you Tom for this High Quality version - which will be saved to my favorites!
The most amazing, beautiful person and stunning performance!! There are no words to describe David Archuleta -- he is BEAUTIFUL!!
I didn't get to see this last night when it aired because my stupid hotel room in Salt Lake didn't carry the local FOX affiliate. I heard all about David's performance from my mom, though, and couldn't wait to watch it! David does another FANTASTIC job with Imagine!
Loveley video. Thanks Tom. I can't stop watching this and the reaction of the judges, audience and the other contestants. He sure showed them how its done, didn't he. Kept the traditional tune, changes it up to make it his own (with his signature runs) and was perfect! Great job David. I love you.
he's an angel..truly..angel..gosh.
I love your all HD video clip thop! million thank you sooo mcuh again!
David Archuleta rocks!
OMG.. I knew he was going to be on Idol last night but... didn't even think he was singing Imagine.. the full version...
Amazing..
I saw him in NJ and he was the BEST !!! Love David..
Beautiful...!!!
Classy....It's really amazing that in just 3 minutes this young man impressed and moved people with only the piano playing and his voice, a brave talented remarkable young man indeed. But yeah he's David Archuleta.............. :)
TOM!! I was soooo hoping you would do this. Thank you so much.
David once again overwhelms me with his stunning rendition of Imagine. There is no one who does this better. He had already stolen my heart when I first heard him sing this on Idol.
Thanks again Tom.
♥heartsong♫
voice of an angel. truely amazing. best voice to have ever been on a reality singing show ever
not only is this the best performance on american idol, it's also the best cover of this song i've ever heard.
Such an amazing voice.
David Archuleta has the most soulful voice. He's a truly amazing gift from God. I love you David.
2014 and still watching this
Dang! How come I love him so much? He just starts the first note, and I'm totaly floating. What's with that? And that smile, Heck, I'm a gonner. God bless him, I'm not gonna overanalyze it, he's a good kid, I'm sticking by him, I'm a fan.
DAVID ARCHULETA NEVER DISAPPOINTS.
his singing is beautiful,,
it's so heartfelt
well done,david!
and thanx for the best quality video!
When did he learn to play the piano like that!!! Geez. It is just a breathtaking performance. He will remain one of the most memorable contestants ever on American Idol and his career in the future.....unlimited.
How does David keep getting better and better? I thought his voice was perfect two years ago when he inexplicably came in second on AI. But David keeps improving, showing the world that he is a true vocal artist and definitely deserving of all the praise he receives.
wow people dislike this?
they dont kno wats talent david is awesome i love him and i really wish to meet him.
wow! really wow!.. I heard different singers singing this lennon song but this is the only one I found truly amazing it send chills to my body. what a voice!!! love this guy. I haven't actually followed him before but this video make me curious about him and what I found is that he's not only amazingly handsome outside but also inside....what a man.
amazing quality! Thanks for posting. I can't stop watching this beautiful performance by David
Wow wow awesome quality for an awesome performance! This is going right in my favorites!!! Thanks!
OMFG I LOVE U DAVID U SHOULD HAVE WON THAT SEASON
U HAVE AN AMAZING VOICE BEST PREFORMANCE ON IDOL
Stunning Performance. Stunning David!
I can listen to this over and over. I feel sorry for the contestants having to sit and listen to his beautiful angelic voice. I can listen to this forever and forever and forever......sigh.
Perfection. Simply, PERFECTION.
omg how could he get even more gorgeous. he's amazing!!!!
I can't stop watching this...
Outstanding David--onward and upward....
I wish the sound quality of this is as good as the picture.
OMGOSH! EPIC! Perfect staging to showcase his awesome talent!
He's just so natural. Love him.
BRAVO DAVID!!!! Bravisimo!!!!! you are simply THE BEST!!!
The most favourite all the time!!
Amazing.
sooo his performance was flawless. he is such an amazing performer he should have WON.
you're the man david!!! i love u sooo!!!
just....beautiful.
FANTASTIC!
My favorite beautiful David ❤
FREAKING AWESOME!
so, freaking, amazing.
david, please visit the philippines. i want you to concert here. you are so amazing!!
Oh my lord! an Angel fallen from heaven! he is amazingly cute! adorable! and his hair looks so cute! :') he is so beautiful i adore him!! so talented and beautiful! he just made not only my day but my whole month! lol i adore David so much! love him love him love him!!!
he has a great voice. :) lovely smile
I love this Perfomance
as adorable as ever :)
isnt his hair so cute! omg he is so adorable! and has an amazingly touching voice! how adicting!!! Im An ARCHIE ADICTED FAN!
He's amazing :)
wishing the world to be a better place. still praying in 2017 coming 2018
I love his version. =)
totally agree with you
How does he manage to surpass himself! Brilliant!
OMG. I can't stop watching this. That voice. His interview with Ryan was really good. Wish he didn't get so nervous when he goes back on that stage. He's the best talent that ever hit AI in all the 9 seasons they've been on the air. We know it and he should know it too! I agree its a wonder he didn't win but look at Adam and Kris from last year. Who's the mentor next week?
wow. david's version matches the original! his voice is so pure and real. i have never heard him sing a single note out of tune. beautiful voice!
Love this!!! ♥♥♥♥
no way there are 3 peoples dislike this. this performance absolutely amazing
Still one of the best version if NOT The Best (David out done all the others when it comes to this song)... Period!
The Best Word to Describe it:
DAVID ARCHULETA is The Best Thing Ever Happened to American Idol !
david archie is soooo cute and adorable! :):)
Es taaaaan hermoso y tierno. Lo amoo
This is just...wow. If you watch his previous times performing, he had no idea he'd end up back on the stage 2 years later with all that's happened in his life. It's just touching. And I love that awkward zoom-in on Ellen bahha
i still haven't gotten over David not winning Season 7-there hasn't and will never be anyone who sings like him on American Idol
Now this how you cover a song!!!!!!!!!!!
ONe word....BRAVO!!!!!!!!
love his new hair..new style from david..
i thought he's gonna wear his beanie hat,,
no matter what,he's always cuteeee
Amazing rendition of the song, I'd go as far to say better than the original even! Is there anywhere I can download this performance in mp3 format??
@thop1984 I agree totally! I want to send Ryan a thank you for doing that great interview today!
@hschapiro I meant to say "Love me tender" by Elvis. David's the only one I know of who can sing Elvis's and John Lennon's "Imagine" better than the original.
he is so cute, like a little baby.
OH MY GOSH! IS THAT REALLY DAVID NOW?! MAN! I wasn't able to use the computer since like the summer started because of my bro and I wasn't updated and I am just very surprised that this is how he looks now! I wasn't able to watch AI either. :))
@baf0931 - I see that. Didn't this video almost have a million views? What is up with
you tube to constantly keep him under a low profile?. No matter what they are trying to do, D, YOUR THE BEST! Oh, D's my nickname I have given for David. I believe everything you pointed out and more of the public needs to recognize this game their playing.
lol at 2:00, he's like "ooo shiny microphone"
@highschoolboy15
hi,
i was talking about Ryan Seacrest. He interviewed David on his radio show the day after this appearance in AI. He seemed to be more impressed with David than in the past.
Archie and Ellen are the best things in the world ! :D
David Archuleta has a new single called "Something 'Bout Love"!
You can buy it off iTunes or David's official site!
@thop1984 im sorry to ask but who is ryan?
David was just beautiful last night. This song is now forever associated with him for AI viewers. I love it when he sings at the piano, although I believe it may put some strain on his voice. He's matured quite a lot too. I don't see the rudeness some people are talking about here as regards Ryan. What else was he supposed to do, accompany David to an imaginary door? This is a show and it must go on. All is fine by me. Go David!
They have never given him his due.
@ilovelaughin365 lol yes it is! i totally agree with you i watch it thousand times at day! lol just cant get enough from him!