Never thought I'd see Iam's video on Joe Rogans podcast!!! Iam reaches wide and far. To hear jelly roll say he wants in on the contract. 🤯🤯🤯 Go Iam ❣️ 🎤🎶🩴🩴🌴🔥🔥🔥🤙🌺 VOTE!
Bro n they cried like 3 times together throughout the whole episode 😭🤞🏼 that’s a big flex fasho this one of my new favorite Episodes 💯 had a lot of good conversations
The kid is amazing. I cry every single time. So glad Jelly put this on Rogan for millions to hear who may have not heard it on American idol. This kid deserves it all
"I'm not your son, your not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye"... Bro, that lyric, explains so well the relationship between a Father and a Son, and keeping the pride that characterize a man, while in the same way trying to keep that pride, opens emotionally. And the Iam Tongi's voice just makes it perfect
This hit me real hard. My father just passed away 3 weeks ago. I was with him in the hospital room all through the night and was with him when he passed. Just me and him talking until we fell asleep and he never woke up.
Oh man. I'm so sorry. I lost my father a long time ago.. I don't have many memories. Please cherish your final moments together. He's with you forever & that movement will live forever in your heart and his spirit right beside you.
I hope last thing he did in this world was watching you sleep,one last time after how many years of ages,1 good last time before he closed his eyes forever,he knew the last person was strongly loves him and expected him to wake up is you,his own baby boy :( i pray his soul rest in peace and love
I’m sorry about your dad. I lost my aunt, who basically raised me 2 years ago. I won’t lie to you, some days are still very hard. Sometimes it still doesn’t feel real. To live in a world without her. But one undeniable fact for you is that you were there for your dad in that moment. You were there for him and stayed by his side. There’s nothing more that he would ask of you. Take care.
What made his audition sadder was when he was trying not to cry, he wasnt trying to play it up for the cameras, that boy was straight trying to hold it back. He had me in tears cause I know I can relate to that feeling and it sucks❤
Yeah I’m sure you cry a lot in front of people. Jesus Christ Joe Rogan fake crying on camera has convinced all of you to broadcast your L’s like it’s a competition
My dad is still living but I still cried, I get sad every time I hear this song because been 5 years since I last saw my father, our relationship just was never tight since he was more of an authoritarian type of parenting when I was younger. Moved out when I was 19, because we just never got along, basically I grew up and learned things on my own along the way. I’m 33 now and sometimes, it’s just a little too late to start a bond with my father. Let this be a lesson, go be in your children’s life and don’t be overly strict to them. Just try have fun and enjoy the company each and every moment
It’s never too late man… I never ever teared up to a song and this is the first time. It brought out emotions that I never knew existed all from this song. Chills man.
Bout a yr ago. I lost my mom. She carried both roles. In losing her, i lost both. So i double up with the pain. She was a very special woman. I miss you mom. Shit fcks me up everyday
"i'm not your son, you're not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye" a boy becomes a man the day he discovers that his father is also just a man. every grown man understands the depth of this song and remembers their father and it hits twice as hard for those who are now themselves fathers. this song reminds me of my purpose as a father and to also strive to do my best so that my daughters will have a better relationship with me than i had with my own father. i am glad for all of you who continue to see your fathers as your hero and my heart goes out to all of you who grew up too early--i wish you may one day enjoy the gift of being one yourself. happy fathers' day in advance to all my brothers out there who read my comment.
That kid deserved everything the world has given him. You know damn well you look into his eyes and see nothing but hurt. I hope all his dreams come true. I hope this helps kids , teens , adults get through whatever they need. Iam tongi has changed the world. Iam can bring tears that a person has been holding back for years. And after words it’s like “ughhh I needed that, I feel so much better now” Love that kid! #TONGI #FOREVERFAN
Lost my dad Nov 14, 2022. Heard this not too long after and I'll listen to it occasionally just to really feel that emotion again. This is so beautiful, the rawness and purity of the song is beyond words.
Iam is synonymous to love and what the world needs more of right now. He’s a Godsend to transcend love, peace, kindness, understanding and humility. At 18 he’s the perfect role model for humans of all ages and backgrounds of what we as humans should be like. If social media has the true power of reaching people to help change the world for the better, keep sharing his videos and stories to allow us to reflect on whats more important in life. Especially to the young people struggling to fit in and resorting to stealing so they can have the designer clothes and other material items, please realize that having good character, values and love and kindness in your heart outweighs all the Gucci or Louie V products that you’re struggling to get because it’s too expensive plus you get it only to please others and try to make yourself look cool that’s all superficial. Look at it this way, living like the Kardashians cost millions, but living like Iam is priceless - because love is free. Peace And Love to everyone!
It's a beautiful cover by this amazing young soul. I hope he does well in the future. This James Blunt song couldn't be sung without real soul and feeling. ❤️
Such an Emotional performance last night. So glad he won. James Blount did an AMAZING job helping him through this performance 😢The World fell in love with Iam. I miss my Dad too😢
That bond between a boy and his dad is just different than anything else. We all crave their approval, and now as a dad, I can honestly say the best moments of my life have been seeing my boys succeed. It's an unexplainable feeling of joy and pride.
@@nip9898 Oof. I was definitely being a weirdo. Thank God for Vraylar (my meds) Sorry about that I’ll delete it now OP if you see this too, my bad. I’m not even being slightly sarcastic or anything, I legit just went threw a few days of a slight manic haze, which is why I say thank God for my vraylar, or I’d still be in that haze, but by now I’d be at the point where I’m not sleeping at all, because I’m way too busy painting my furniture and planning out my spontaneous road trip, despite not currently having a license, because of reasons, reasons involving my last full blown manic episode…… but yah, luckily for me, I have access to meds that work and the cringe inducing reply I left a few days ago is about the highlight of my mania these days. I just get really invested and weird over the most random things. And I’m exposing myself and calling myself out like this because I genuinely feel so stupid, now that this reply brought me back here and I see the essay of ridiculousness that I posted here. I actually remember doing it, now that I’m here. I just don’t remember anything else lol But I’m sorry OP And @nip9898 you ain’t lying. I was weird for that
@@nip9898 Oof. I was definitely being a weirdo. Thank God for Vraylar (my meds) Sorry about that I’ll delete it now OP if you see this too, my bad. I’m not even being slightly sarcastic or anything, I legit just went threw a few days of a slight manic haze, which is why I say thank God for my vraylar, or I’d still be in that haze, but by now I’d be at the point where I’m not sleeping at all, because I’m way too busy painting my furniture and planning out my spontaneous road trip, despite not currently having a license, because of reasons, reasons involving my last full blown manic episode…… but yah, luckily for me, I have access to meds that work and the cringe inducing reply I left a few days ago is about the highlight of my mania these days. I just get really invested and weird over the most random things. And I’m exposing myself and calling myself out like this because I genuinely feel so stupid, now that this reply brought me back here and I see the essay of ridiculousness that I posted here. I actually remember doing it, now that I’m here. I just don’t remember anything else lol But I’m sorry OP And @nip9898 you ain’t lying. I was weird for that
I've become stuck in a loop.. I have not lost my father yet, though he's almost 80 now and sooner than later, well.. watching this more than once would not be recommended. It's tough, but beautiful.
What’s crazy is when I first heard him sing I thought in my head, “if no one appropriates him jelly roll will”. When I seen jelly roll at one his performances I knew it was a done deal man. He knows soul music. This song brought me to tears because my dad passed away 2 years ago. I was balling when he was singing! Thank you jelly for always noticing real and raw emotional talent and appreciating it! 💙
Absolutely beautiful &done so heart breakingly truth! I lost my Dad when he was 59&2 wks before my marriage! I will never get over his sudden loss&to this day,47yrs later,I can't meet an ambulance with lights&siren without tears streaming! I believe he is one of two angels who help me through hard nights face with my ALZS,him& my maternal grandma.....their presence is markedly different but very real🌹👵💗🙏😢💔
Jelly Roll sat next to his mom while Iam sang this song with James Blunt. He also got permission from Kolohe Kai to cover cool down and as someone who's Hawaii flown not grown, I knew he was gonna win from the moment I saw him. The local people here are so good at covering a song to the point I don't realize why I know all the lyrics. He's putting Hawaiian style music on the map, and as one Popolo braddah who is flown not grown, I love to see Hawaii being recognized.
This song/performance by Iam will always resonate with the male audience on a different level especially to those who hav lost a father figure because growing up you think your dad’s invincible but as you slowly get older you realize that he’s trying his best to raise you the right way with what he’s got and he’s teaching you everything so that eventually you’ll take up the mantle and be a father figure to your son or anyone who needs it from you and just hearing “I’m not your son, your not my father where just two grown men saying goodbye” will always hit a heart string with the male audience AMAZING song and an AMAZING performance
All the credit for this goes to James Blunt for writing this song and these lyrics based on what he was feeling while his dad was close to dying from cancer. Thankfully an eleventh hour transplant saved Mr Blunt, but it’s James who made this moment possible for Iam.
The song is very fitting, but it also needs a special sorta voice and presentation for it to go through one's heart. Even if it's not this song, with such heartfelt voice, I'm sure he'll make it. So it's also possible because of Iam himself.
James blunt was just as moving but for some reason it didn’t get the radio play so for a lot of people the first time they heard this song was from Ian Tongi . Both amazing artists
Most Polynesian people (Hawaiian, Tongan, Samoan, etc) sing like brother Iam. It's what we do culturally. This is normal for us. We love gathering at birthdays, picnics, parties, potlucks and just kanikapila (break out the instruments and sing the night away). We keep our history and memories of our loved ones alive this way So proud of Iam.
Lost my dad when I was 10, so I have few memories of him. Many that I remember ain't pretty, but this song still got me. Even though you failed me, I hope you're given a nice forgiving place over there, dad. If we're ever to meet there, let's hang out and talk about many things.
the power of forgiveness. I hope You learn from what he was bro and be a better dad thats what matter Now brother is only You vs the world Now and You gotta be ready for You kids bro You going yo be a good rather for them You going to be a good man bro just keep going 💯
I lost my dad when I was 11 as well, but he past away when I was 30.....he was a GREAT dad, "when he was a great dad" , now i have my son(hes 3) i just worked another 80 hour week, and I just want more time....but his mom stays home with them, and he loves his mom, so hopefully the hard work pays off, and I can spend that kind of of time with him . Your dad loved you. I also have two little girls, and they make my wife jealous everyday lol. People always talk about the relationship between a dad and his son, but forget to mention the ones, with a girl and their dad. I'm sure you loved your dad very much, and that he loved you more, and that's what counts. Promise . I wish you and yours peace .
@@DwightKShrute i feel you brother I got 2 little sister that I’m like a dad to them and every time I come from work they jump and hug me and look into my eyes that’s feel good man, I lot of blessing for u and you family brother in sure you gonna be able to spend more time with them in the future
Iam is demonstrating a real atribute of the polynesian culture that connects a listener to the emotions of a song. It is unique transfer of feelings from one heart to another. It can be joy, anger, excitement and Iams case, pain. Seek out artist like Fiji, Josh Tatofi, Maoli and see for yourself. Hawaiian music is played with heartstrings.
It's a song by James Blunt, however this is one of the rare cases that the cover is better than the original. This kid is blessed with a gift and I'm glad I get to see it.
Thank you jelly roll for letting me find this beautiful soul. This young man is a diamond that deserves to be heard, and it would be a tragedy if the world doesnt hear him.
I'm so glad they had this reaction. We are all so proud of him down here! Mahalo and Aloha. By the way, he just won American Idol!!! Cheeeeeeeee hoooooo
This gets me every single time. The rawness, authenticity, and genuine emotion resonate so strongly within my soul. Not many songs have ever had such a powerful impact on me. I love you Dad. You are thought of and missed each and every day
I thought I was overly sensative when this performance had me in tears, mainly because ever since my father was diagnosed with alziemers, I've become his caregiver for the past 8 years, I always knew he would be there for me. Now I have to be there for him. Heartbreaking thing about dementia is that you lose them twice.
Having cared for my father through his terminal cancer, in the end he became like a little boy who was so scared and frightened in his last hours. I sat and comforted him and told him everything was ok, he was safe and I’m here. Absolutely soul crushing time, but honoured to have been there to his last breath. The lyrics are so raw and perfect.
Impossible to watch without balling 😭. And I keep watching it over & over. It hits me hard cause I lost my father too 😭. I was born & raised on Oahu & have never left this island. So proud of Iam Tongi❣️
IAM made the whole world cry that heard him sing this song. Don’t know if anybody has ever made everybody tear up world wide like he has. It sure cut right through me , that’s for sure.
I can't listen to that song from James Blunt without bawling. And my dad is still here, but time is running out. Maybe 5, maybe 10 or 15. But I'm dreading it but I understand it's going to happen. This kid has a great voice.
See your dad as often as you can. Let him talk about his Good Ole Days. Lost my dad 20 years ago. The first couple years was hard. You’ll be alright 🤙🏽
Every time I watch Iam singing this song I break down. I am 59 and I think of my end coming and the impact it will have on the 2 sons who are 15 and 12. I know I am sick and I know my end is near but I have taught them both that we will be together again and we will dance in heaven when their time comes. God bless all of humanity.
I lost my Father 46 years ago. Never got over it. He was a musician professionally. My entire family has musical talent - I just couldn't pursue it. Too much of a perfectionist. Brother & Sister both have numerous CD's out. This was really tough listening to.... I had tears. Never got over 11-14-78 & it ruined me
lost my dad at 10 and I can 100% agree with the sentiment that this will get you every single time. The notion of telling your father to rest knowing that you will keep the monsters away and take the role of the protector of all that is left behind will transport you to a place that is both warm, and will tare you open.
Iam has made me cry more times than i’d like to admit, my father is still with me but is growing old now with health complications and knowing his days are numbered. Hearing this has me feeling so much, whilst seeing all the memories of me and my dad. He is the most important man in your life, no matter what in what they teach you. I never want to let go but when that time comes, this song and his voice will help ease that pain. Thank you Iam❤️
ALOHA CAN CHANGE THE WORLD AND THATS WHAT IAM HAS.... he is full of Aloha spirt you can hear it in his voice... let's go boy!!! Yessah!!! You have the whole Hawaii behind you!!! #iamforidol
If MTV still played music more would have heard James Blunt’s masterpiece, Monsters. Iam sings beautifully and really communicated his own grief. Great song choice
Yoooooo! This is dope! What a feature, and highlight of Iam Tongi! He’s Tongan(and Samoan) by ethnicity, but Hawaiian by adoption. Hawaiian is an ethnic group, Joe knows that, but damn, this is epic! Keep on, keeping on Jelly Roll! Looking forward to finale
@@VinEllis hey, thanks for responding. Actually, Polynesia(n) a geographical term at best but Tongan, Samoan, and Hawaiian while being geographically descriptive refer most importantly to the aboriginal peoples of each place. Also, Polynesia was term created by a European.
@@VinEllisshort answer is yes, we are the same people. If we do our genealogy, the ruling families of Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Rapanui etc.. are all from the same family.
@@alamai7799 tsa! E olelo mai i ka inoa maoli hoi! Oia ka manawa e ae, e pane mai me na mea oiaio ole, he Samoa o Kamehameha lol…hele i o me ke kukae. Aue, heluhelu au i kou wehewehe ai i ka manao oiaio ole, pili Hagoth ma me na Lamanite kekahi. He Hawaii no makou! Peia no e holomua ai i ka lahui Hawaii…a hiki i ke aloha aina hope loa!
Thos song has got me thinking my dad is 64 still in good health but definitely a lesson to cherish what you have amd appreciate your parents as we don't have long in this world.
my mom passed in the middle of our american idol binge years ago and the relationship with my father disintegrated, i've had to stay away from these videos to avoid the inevitable. i've avoided this specific american idol video that kept popping up in my feed but today i decided to give it a watch. i miss you ma ❤️
i tell you the first time i heard him sing this song i knew instantly he was something special and i said hes gonna win idol i just knew it in my heart because i cried so hard when he sang iam has the voice of an angel!!! i really believe he is a (star child) !!!
One of the things I love most about you and your podcast is that you talk about people like Jelly Roll, giving him a huge, huge boost, helping him become more and more famous and appreciated. I loved it, also, when you and Jelly Roll listened to Iam Tongi's audition on American Idol. Your reactions to these unique people is real, raw, honest, and heartfelt. THANK YOU for helping these special souls get the attention they need.
all the moments taken for granted
wish I could have just one moment back….
@@HitekElement know the feeling
Well said
" We're just two grown men saying goodbye" is a heart wrenching line.
I lost my father due to cancer and that shit hit me like a truck.
Jesus.
This song was written by James Blunt after hearing his Dad was ill
Lost mine also due to cancer, July 19, 2024. :(
@@overthewebb. I didn’t know that. Love JB, nice to hear it’s his work. ✌️
My dad was hit by a truck.
My father has stage 4 cancer and isn't long for this world and this song freaking broke me.
Um, I don't know a bigger flex than making JR cry on his own podcast. Love Iam and his heart. Yessah boi .
Never thought I'd see Iam's video on Joe Rogans podcast!!! Iam reaches wide and far. To hear jelly roll say he wants in on the contract. 🤯🤯🤯 Go Iam ❣️ 🎤🎶🩴🩴🌴🔥🔥🔥🤙🌺 VOTE!
@@charmainep1602p
Yessah 🤙🏽
YESSAHHHHHHH
Bro n they cried like 3 times together throughout the whole episode 😭🤞🏼 that’s a big flex fasho this one of my new favorite Episodes 💯 had a lot of good conversations
Joe Rogan and Jelly Roll crying over something like that is one of the most wholesome things I’ve ever seen. Tremendous
Wow wholesome big chungus updoot to the left 😢😢😢
@@conor7154 lol
fr no cap
And still masculine
True men, American men!!!!!😮
The kid is amazing. I cry every single time. So glad Jelly put this on Rogan for millions to hear who may have not heard it on American idol. This kid deserves it all
Why do I cry literally every time 😂
Hi. Just here to join the cry-every-time-I-hear-this club. This song and Iam’s version are something otherworldly.
I just listened/watched both his initial tryout and his finale with James Blunt and haven’t cried like that in quite a long time. Love y’all ❤
@@TakeitSleeezy69 I did the same. Audition and then finale. Bawled the whole time. Gawd.
You cry? So you are one of them lgbt's?
This is song is from James Blunt if anyone is wondering
And this kid smashed it out the park , amazing cover 👏👏👏👏
James blunt is more emotional
@@lt4987 He has that voice, but Iam is special too. Wish I could sing 😭
I can't stand Blunts voice but it's a good song sung by anyone else.
@@lt4987I disagree.
How many of you cried even if you still have your father... i surely did. 😢
It felt like I was crying his tears
dude... im a mess
I lost my biological father in 2016 i still have my step father and I cried like a baby
My dad never gave me love. So idk what to feel.
I haven’t lost my father yet but this still hits hard.
"I'm not your son, your not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye"... Bro, that lyric, explains so well the relationship between a Father and a Son, and keeping the pride that characterize a man, while in the same way trying to keep that pride, opens emotionally. And the Iam Tongi's voice just makes it perfect
It was something james blunts dad said to him When james was being deployed (both were military men)
This hit me real hard. My father just passed away 3 weeks ago. I was with him in the hospital room all through the night and was with him when he passed. Just me and him talking until we fell asleep and he never woke up.
Oh man. I'm so sorry. I lost my father a long time ago.. I don't have many memories. Please cherish your final moments together. He's with you forever & that movement will live forever in your heart and his spirit right beside you.
I hope last thing he did in this world was watching you sleep,one last time after how many years of ages,1 good last time before he closed his eyes forever,he knew the last person was strongly loves him and expected him to wake up is you,his own baby boy :( i pray his soul rest in peace and love
I’m sorry about your dad. I lost my aunt, who basically raised me 2 years ago. I won’t lie to you, some days are still very hard. Sometimes it still doesn’t feel real. To live in a world without her. But one undeniable fact for you is that you were there for your dad in that moment. You were there for him and stayed by his side. There’s nothing more that he would ask of you. Take care.
😭😭😭😭😭
Sorry for your loss 🙏
The duet with James Blunt at the end of the season was one of the best things ever. Pure emotion. 🤙🏽
I still have my dad and I’m bawling that kid is talented
30 year old father of three boys here and this had me absolutely broken down. I'm glad I found this
What made his audition sadder was when he was trying not to cry, he wasnt trying to play it up for the cameras, that boy was straight trying to hold it back. He had me in tears cause I know I can relate to that feeling and it sucks❤
Yeah I’m sure you cry a lot in front of people. Jesus Christ Joe Rogan fake crying on camera has convinced all of you to broadcast your L’s like it’s a competition
I lost my dad two years ago, my grandpa passed last month. This hits hard every single time. Grateful to have known them.
My dad is still living but I still cried, I get sad every time I hear this song because been 5 years since I last saw my father, our relationship just was never tight since he was more of an authoritarian type of parenting when I was younger. Moved out when I was 19, because we just never got along, basically I grew up and learned things on my own along the way. I’m 33 now and sometimes, it’s just a little too late to start a bond with my father. Let this be a lesson, go be in your children’s life and don’t be overly strict to them. Just try have fun and enjoy the company each and every moment
You’re lucky he still alive, mine has passed but for you man it’s never too late maybe he’s grown up to, life is too short.
It’s never too late
It’s never too late. You’ll regret it when he’s gone trust me. Just try with him. At least when he’s gone you can say you tried.
I feel this way more then I can say I'm trying to get us to be close but I just don't know how yet either
It’s never too late man… I never ever teared up to a song and this is the first time. It brought out emotions that I never knew existed all from this song. Chills man.
Bout a yr ago. I lost my mom. She carried both roles. In losing her, i lost both. So i double up with the pain. She was a very special woman. I miss you mom. Shit fcks me up everyday
Every sane grown man has tears in their eyes after watching this. This is unbelievably powerful
"i'm not your son, you're not my father, we're just two grown men saying goodbye" a boy becomes a man the day he discovers that his father is also just a man.
every grown man understands the depth of this song and remembers their father and it hits twice as hard for those who are now themselves fathers.
this song reminds me of my purpose as a father and to also strive to do my best so that my daughters will have a better relationship with me than i had with my own father. i am glad for all of you who continue to see your fathers as your hero and my heart goes out to all of you who grew up too early--i wish you may one day enjoy the gift of being one yourself.
happy fathers' day in advance to all my brothers out there who read my comment.
Respect brother
Big respect brother
I wish you all the best man. lots of love from germany
Man I could have written this, thank you brother
Beautiful comment.
"There's something good in you" Agreed. This storytelling and authenticity of spirit is what mainstream popular music is missing.
Amen!
Yes it is. The art of storytelling is gone and definitely missing.
"storytelling" its NOT HIS SONG!!
Last my pops 5 yrs ago . My younger brother and I were blessed to be by his side when he left this world .
Losing my father was the hardest thing I ever went through as a child. Losing my wife was the hardest thing I went through as an adult.
Can’t wait for the collab with jelly roll. Both got voices that can reach your soul.
Made this old man tear up bad.
That kid deserved everything the world has given him. You know damn well you look into his eyes and see nothing but hurt. I hope all his dreams come true. I hope this helps kids , teens , adults get through whatever they need. Iam tongi has changed the world.
Iam can bring tears that a person has been holding back for years. And after words it’s like “ughhh I needed that, I feel so much better now”
Love that kid! #TONGI #FOREVERFAN
Miss you my Dad everyday every moment . Thank you joe and roll for sharing this precious human moment love you pops
Lost my dad Nov 14, 2022. Heard this not too long after and I'll listen to it occasionally just to really feel that emotion again. This is so beautiful, the rawness and purity of the song is beyond words.
God what a date, lost my father Nov 14, 2014. First time I heard James Blunt sing this, I bawled. So many emotions.
I still drop tears every time I hear him sing that song with that particular audition. Like he said -raw-…beautiful…
Iam is synonymous to love and what the world needs more of right now. He’s a Godsend to transcend love, peace, kindness, understanding and humility. At 18 he’s the perfect role model for humans of all ages and backgrounds of what we as humans should be like. If social media has the true power of reaching people to help change the world for the better, keep sharing his videos and stories to allow us to reflect on whats more important in life. Especially to the young people struggling to fit in and resorting to stealing so they can have the designer clothes and other material items, please realize that having good character, values and love and kindness in your heart outweighs all the Gucci or Louie V products that you’re struggling to get because it’s too expensive plus you get it only to please others and try to make yourself look cool that’s all superficial. Look at it this way, living like the Kardashians cost millions, but living like Iam is priceless - because love is free. Peace And Love to everyone!
WTF 😂😂😂
oh gees just beautiful, absolutely agree ❤❤
I echo this, wholeheartedly!!!! 😭🥹🫶🏽
Sir… you are a Poet. Said it perfectly.. wish I knew you. 👍🇦🇺❤️
My grandmother passed away 3 weeks ago and I haven't been able to let myself cry. This song finally opened the flood gates. I needed that, thank you
God bless you…I just lost my grandmom two weeks ago
Yesterday for me..
I'm sorry for your losses :( stay strong my friends. All we can do is keep our heads of and make them proud
Some how it eases the pain a little.
Vote for him this Sunday on American Idol. Braddah man made it to the top 3!!
Lessgooo toko!!
I think he won American Idol !!! 🔥 📛
@@panchitosalas9165 He did. There could only be one winner this year. Even when the other contestants are really talented.
@@antising8834There can be only 1 winner every year it airs....wtf you talkin bout 😂
It's a beautiful cover by this amazing young soul. I hope he does well in the future. This James Blunt song couldn't be sung without real soul and feeling. ❤️
Such an Emotional performance last night. So glad he won. James Blount did an AMAZING job helping him through this performance 😢The World fell in love with Iam. I miss my Dad too😢
That bond between a boy and his dad is just different than anything else. We all crave their approval, and now as a dad, I can honestly say the best moments of my life have been seeing my boys succeed. It's an unexplainable feeling of joy and pride.
I LOVE this reaction!! So genuine! I think everyone wants him to win. I remember feeling this same way the first time I heard it. ❤
Can we please give James Blunt some credit for this absolute masterpiece? ❤
Thank you James blunt is a beautiful artist
Agreed. No doubt the guy has a great voice, but the song is the real winner here.
@@taniele84Calm down weirdo. They're just acknowledging James Blunt for the people that aren't familiar with who wrote the song.
@@nip9898 Oof. I was definitely being a weirdo.
Thank God for Vraylar (my meds)
Sorry about that
I’ll delete it now
OP if you see this too, my bad.
I’m not even being slightly sarcastic or anything, I legit just went threw a few days of a slight manic haze, which is why I say thank God for my vraylar, or I’d still be in that haze, but by now I’d be at the point where I’m not sleeping at all, because I’m way too busy painting my furniture and planning out my spontaneous road trip, despite not currently having a license, because of reasons, reasons involving my last full blown manic episode…… but yah, luckily for me, I have access to meds that work and the cringe inducing reply I left a few days ago is about the highlight of my mania these days. I just get really invested and weird over the most random things.
And I’m exposing myself and calling myself out like this because I genuinely feel so stupid, now that this reply brought me back here and I see the essay of ridiculousness that I posted here. I actually remember doing it, now that I’m here. I just don’t remember anything else lol
But I’m sorry OP
And @nip9898 you ain’t lying.
I was weird for that
@@nip9898 Oof. I was definitely being a weirdo.
Thank God for Vraylar (my meds)
Sorry about that
I’ll delete it now
OP if you see this too, my bad.
I’m not even being slightly sarcastic or anything, I legit just went threw a few days of a slight manic haze, which is why I say thank God for my vraylar, or I’d still be in that haze, but by now I’d be at the point where I’m not sleeping at all, because I’m way too busy painting my furniture and planning out my spontaneous road trip, despite not currently having a license, because of reasons, reasons involving my last full blown manic episode…… but yah, luckily for me, I have access to meds that work and the cringe inducing reply I left a few days ago is about the highlight of my mania these days. I just get really invested and weird over the most random things.
And I’m exposing myself and calling myself out like this because I genuinely feel so stupid, now that this reply brought me back here and I see the essay of ridiculousness that I posted here. I actually remember doing it, now that I’m here. I just don’t remember anything else lol
But I’m sorry OP
And @nip9898 you ain’t lying.
I was weird for that
I hope Jelly Roll picks him up and puts him on an album. Loosing my father hurts still till this day
I've become stuck in a loop.. I have not lost my father yet, though he's almost 80 now and sooner than later, well.. watching this more than once would not be recommended. It's tough, but beautiful.
❤
84 in May, Lord willing
What’s crazy is when I first heard him sing I thought in my head, “if no one appropriates him jelly roll will”. When I seen jelly roll at one his performances I knew it was a done deal man. He knows soul music. This song brought me to tears because my dad passed away 2 years ago. I was balling when he was singing! Thank you jelly for always noticing real and raw emotional talent and appreciating it! 💙
The original 1 Is more hitting hard
Absolutely beautiful &done so heart breakingly truth! I lost my Dad when he was 59&2 wks before my marriage! I will never get over his sudden loss&to this day,47yrs later,I can't meet an ambulance with lights&siren without tears streaming! I believe he is one of two angels who help me through hard nights face with my ALZS,him& my maternal grandma.....their presence is markedly different but very real🌹👵💗🙏😢💔
Jelly Roll sat next to his mom while Iam sang this song with James Blunt. He also got permission from Kolohe Kai to cover cool down and as someone who's Hawaii flown not grown, I knew he was gonna win from the moment I saw him. The local people here are so good at covering a song to the point I don't realize why I know all the lyrics. He's putting Hawaiian style music on the map, and as one Popolo braddah who is flown not grown, I love to see Hawaii being recognized.
I did, too. The moment he came out and hit that first note. I was like, "There he is. Made me FEEL every word!"
This song/performance by Iam will always resonate with the male audience on a different level especially to those who hav lost a father figure because growing up you think your dad’s invincible but as you slowly get older you realize that he’s trying his best to raise you the right way with what he’s got and he’s teaching you everything so that eventually you’ll take up the mantle and be a father figure to your son or anyone who needs it from you and just hearing “I’m not your son, your not my father where just two grown men saying goodbye” will always hit a heart string with the male audience AMAZING song and an AMAZING performance
Wow. So well said! You nailed it
I mean he's good but he's not James blunt
Very well said hawaiiz. Bang on. Iam rocks.
@@natedoge23when did he say he was better than James blunt or even compare him ? Always people like trying start shit
Full body chills every time, he's gonna kill it tonight on American Idol
If by “he’s” you mean the plaque and by “it” you mean that fat kid’s heart then yeah, sure. He’s really gonna kill it.
That song dropped me to my knees. So powerful, and emotional. That kid is going to make it big writing songs like that.
The song is originally written/sung by James Blunt^ but Iam does do a beautiful job making it his own here
you fool. 😑
Can’t believe Iam made the JRE. Iam is making his family and ALL the Polys proud, Cheee Hooo!!
All the credit for this goes to James Blunt for writing this song and these lyrics based on what he was feeling while his dad was close to dying from cancer. Thankfully an eleventh hour transplant saved Mr Blunt, but it’s James who made this moment possible for Iam.
The song is very fitting, but it also needs a special sorta voice and presentation for it to go through one's heart. Even if it's not this song, with such heartfelt voice, I'm sure he'll make it. So it's also possible because of Iam himself.
Love James blunt
Now that you say this I can hear James Blunt in this
James blunt was just as moving but for some reason it didn’t get the radio play so for a lot of people the first time they heard this song was from Ian Tongi . Both amazing artists
Not all of it. The way it's being sung here is part of what resonates with people.
Most Polynesian people (Hawaiian, Tongan, Samoan, etc) sing like brother Iam.
It's what we do culturally. This is normal for us.
We love gathering at birthdays, picnics, parties, potlucks and just kanikapila (break out the instruments and sing the night away). We keep our history and memories of our loved ones alive this way
So proud of Iam.
Many... But definitely not "Most"...
I'm not one of them sadly 😂 Let's go Iam yes👏
What a rich culture
No buddy, not true. You guys may be able to sing but only a select few have the magic that Iam has.
Kanikapila the old Hawaiian way 🤙🏽
Lost my dad when I was 10, so I have few memories of him. Many that I remember ain't pretty, but this song still got me. Even though you failed me, I hope you're given a nice forgiving place over there, dad. If we're ever to meet there, let's hang out and talk about many things.
the power of forgiveness. I hope You learn from what he was bro and be a better dad thats what matter Now brother is only You vs the world Now and You gotta be ready for You kids bro You going yo be a good rather for them You going to be a good man bro just keep going 💯
@@leocaracol0327 *woman. But hopefully. Thanks.
I lost my dad when I was 11 as well, but he past away when I was 30.....he was a GREAT dad, "when he was a great dad" , now i have my son(hes 3) i just worked another 80 hour week, and I just want more time....but his mom stays home with them, and he loves his mom, so hopefully the hard work pays off, and I can spend that kind of of time with him . Your dad loved you. I also have two little girls, and they make my wife jealous everyday lol. People always talk about the relationship between a dad and his son, but forget to mention the ones, with a girl and their dad. I'm sure you loved your dad very much, and that he loved you more, and that's what counts. Promise . I wish you and yours peace .
@@DwightKShrute i feel you brother I got 2 little sister that I’m like a dad to them and every time I come from work they jump and hug me and look into my eyes that’s feel good man, I lot of blessing for u and you family brother in sure you gonna be able to spend more time with them in the future
Iam is demonstrating a real atribute of the polynesian culture that connects a listener to the emotions of a song. It is unique transfer of feelings from one heart to another. It can be joy, anger, excitement and Iams case, pain. Seek out artist like Fiji, Josh Tatofi, Maoli and see for yourself. Hawaiian music is played with heartstrings.
It wasn’t written by him?
It's a song by James Blunt, however this is one of the rare cases that the cover is better than the original. This kid is blessed with a gift and I'm glad I get to see it.
It's not just Polynesian culture. Any great song writer does this
You just explained every good musician. This isn't just Polynesian culture.
@@ralphnunezjr424 As the judges said, it felt like he could have written it and the delivery makes everybody cry.
Thank you jelly roll for letting me find this beautiful soul. This young man is a diamond that deserves to be heard, and it would be a tragedy if the world doesnt hear him.
I'm so glad they had this reaction. We are all so proud of him down here!
Mahalo and Aloha.
By the way, he just won American Idol!!! Cheeeeeeeee hoooooo
This gets me every single time. The rawness, authenticity, and genuine emotion resonate so strongly within my soul. Not many songs have ever had such a powerful impact on me. I love you Dad. You are thought of and missed each and every day
I thought I was overly sensative when this performance had me in tears, mainly because ever since my father was diagnosed with alziemers, I've become his caregiver for the past 8 years, I always knew he would be there for me. Now I have to be there for him. Heartbreaking thing about dementia is that you lose them twice.
Thank you for the work that you do.
I lost my grandfather a week after this came out. Please cherish every moment you can. Life gets hard but never forget anyone
This one got me..lost my dad sep 2021 a few days for his bday. Amazing song
Having cared for my father through his terminal cancer, in the end he became like a little boy who was so scared and frightened in his last hours. I sat and comforted him and told him everything was ok, he was safe and I’m here. Absolutely soul crushing time, but honoured to have been there to his last breath.
The lyrics are so raw and perfect.
Voice of an angel.
My dads 88 years old. I know he lived a good life,did both good and bad, i know i wont have him with us in a few years. I dont want him to leave.
Impossible to watch without balling 😭. And I keep watching it over & over. It hits me hard cause I lost my father too 😭. I was born & raised on Oahu & have never left this island. So proud of Iam Tongi❣️
This song gets me every time. Thank the Lord for making this child with that amazing voice
The one he sang with James Blunt got me chopping onions 😢
Awesome! Real recognize real in a couple of minutes clip :) (might have shed a tear or two but daamn that kid put lots of emotion in his voice)
That’s the one positive of new age and social media. This young man is going to get so many opportunities and we’ll deserved too 🎉 🔥
Lost my Dad at 10. This song brought me back to my Dad. Thanks .GOD-BLESS YOU all
IAM made the whole world cry that heard him sing this song. Don’t know if anybody has ever made everybody tear up world wide like he has. It sure cut right through me , that’s for sure.
I can't listen to that song from James Blunt without bawling. And my dad is still here, but time is running out. Maybe 5, maybe 10 or 15. But I'm dreading it but I understand it's going to happen. This kid has a great voice.
See your dad as often as you can. Let him talk about his Good Ole Days. Lost my dad 20 years ago. The first couple years was hard. You’ll be alright 🤙🏽
Jelly roll is one of the most beautiful human beings alive. Protect this man at all costs…
Every time I watch Iam singing this song I break down. I am 59 and I think of my end coming and the impact it will have on the 2 sons who are 15 and 12. I know I am sick and I know my end is near but I have taught them both that we will be together again and we will dance in heaven when their time comes. God bless all of humanity.
Whether this note hits you now, or later, keep dancing, keep singing, and love well.
If you hear him talking about his dad right before he starts to sing, you can’t help but shed a tear.😢
I lost my Father 46 years ago. Never got over it. He was a musician professionally. My entire family has musical talent - I just couldn't pursue it. Too much of a perfectionist. Brother & Sister both have numerous CD's out. This was really tough listening to.... I had tears. Never got over 11-14-78 & it ruined me
why does this song and him singing it, shakes my soul. puts my emotions in a blender. nice singing Iam, definitely God sent.
Even if its a cover. There’s something about his voice that just makes you believe it even more. Its like our hearts can hear it.
Lionel said the way he delivers the song is just soul fracturing.
lost my dad at 10 and I can 100% agree with the sentiment that this will get you every single time. The notion of telling your father to rest knowing that you will keep the monsters away and take the role of the protector of all that is left behind will transport you to a place that is both warm, and will tare you open.
Crying every time I hear this song. Miss my dad so bad and same time it will be my son’s song to me.
Iam has made me cry more times than i’d like to admit, my father is still with me but is growing old now with health complications and knowing his days are numbered. Hearing this has me feeling so much, whilst seeing all the memories of me and my dad. He is the most important man in your life, no matter what in what they teach you. I never want to let go but when that time comes, this song and his voice will help ease that pain. Thank you Iam❤️
ALOHA CAN CHANGE THE WORLD AND THATS WHAT IAM HAS.... he is full of Aloha spirt you can hear it in his voice... let's go boy!!! Yessah!!! You have the whole Hawaii behind you!!! #iamforidol
I've been a fan of Iam Tongi since watching that audition. He is such a kind, genuine soul - yessah!
JC in TN
If MTV still played music more would have heard James Blunt’s masterpiece, Monsters. Iam sings beautifully and really communicated his own grief. Great song choice
Damn. These saying goodbye to your father gets me many times, reminding me of when I had to. Eventhough my father was tired and didn't want to go on.
Makes this grown man cry every single time without fail
Definitely the most beautiful song I've ever heard! The pain in his voice makes the song even more powerful.
Way to rep for the culture Iam 🇹🇴 🙏🏽❤️
A bond between father and a son is something else, wish i couldhave had the experience, peace and love to all the dads that stay with their kids.
Yoooooo! This is dope! What a feature, and highlight of Iam Tongi! He’s Tongan(and Samoan) by ethnicity, but Hawaiian by adoption. Hawaiian is an ethnic group, Joe knows that, but damn, this is epic! Keep on, keeping on Jelly Roll! Looking forward to finale
I mean aren’t Tongan and Samoans both Polynesian just like Hawaiians?
@@VinEllis hey, thanks for responding. Actually, Polynesia(n) a geographical term at best but Tongan, Samoan, and Hawaiian while being geographically descriptive refer most importantly to the aboriginal peoples of each place. Also, Polynesia was term created by a European.
@@VinEllisshort answer is yes, we are the same people. If we do our genealogy, the ruling families of Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Rapanui etc.. are all from the same family.
@@alamai7799 tsa! E olelo mai i ka inoa maoli hoi! Oia ka manawa e ae, e pane mai me na mea oiaio ole, he Samoa o Kamehameha lol…hele i o me ke kukae. Aue, heluhelu au i kou wehewehe ai i ka manao oiaio ole, pili Hagoth ma me na Lamanite kekahi. He Hawaii no makou! Peia no e holomua ai i ka lahui Hawaii…a hiki i ke aloha aina hope loa!
@@nnaeolehis tongan
I saw this live and I don’t think someone singing a song ever in my life has hit me as hard as this did. It was unbelievable. I lost my dad in 2022.
Joe you should have this kid on your podcast.
Seeing two toughest grown ass man crying holding back emotions from so long stay strong win the battle’s yu don’t tell anyone let things out
3:39 as a musician this part hits hard, appreciate joe for admiring us thanks you 💪🏼👊🏼
The world needs more of this. Joe and Jelly experiencing the vibrations of love. It's universal, I cried too.
That young man is singing from a place of pain, and boy can we feel it 😢
Thos song has got me thinking my dad is 64 still in good health but definitely a lesson to cherish what you have amd appreciate your parents as we don't have long in this world.
Obsessed with this.
He has a voice of an old soul. You can feel emotions and can see pictures from what he sings. Great jobs!
Jellys the shit glad youre hyping up some growing artists. You and him gonna do something in the future
my mom passed in the middle of our american idol binge years ago and the relationship with my father disintegrated, i've had to stay away from these videos to avoid the inevitable. i've avoided this specific american idol video that kept popping up in my feed but today i decided to give it a watch. i miss you ma ❤️
I lost my dad at 13…. Im over here bawling
me too 🤛🏻
James Blunt brings me to tears everytime I hear him sing his song for his Daddy...what a touching song.
i tell you the first time i heard him sing this song i knew instantly he was something special and i said hes gonna win idol i just knew it in my heart because i cried so hard when he sang iam has the voice of an angel!!! i really believe he is a (star child) !!!
One of the things I love most about you and your podcast is that you talk about people like Jelly Roll, giving him a huge, huge boost, helping him become more and more famous and appreciated. I loved it, also, when you and Jelly Roll listened to Iam Tongi's audition on American Idol. Your reactions to these unique people is real, raw, honest, and heartfelt. THANK YOU for helping these special souls get the attention they need.
i went to school with him he used to sing to everyone im glad he won