Matty Zerby An old soul, knows the depth of that pain in a timeless moment of greatness. THANK you to whoever shared this. I can hardly see thru my tears right now.
I go to college with Adrian now, and just recently found out that this was him in the video! Can assure y’all he is still the same talented and lovely individual!
I love how all the cast cry too. Like they hear this song everyday, but it has a different meaning every time they hear it. Shows how good he is, and how much emotion he has.
Alot of the people they get up on stage and just sing the song, they may sound amazing but if you cant get the crowd to feel and connect to the character you are portraying then your failing the production. This kid actually connects to the song and emotes and acts that's what will make him a Broadway star.
Even as a man on RUclips as I am I am brought to tears hearing him sing it as well as Lucy Jones. Or Sara Bareilles. That's the sign of a professional or at least a singer when they can engage you and stop your brain from thinking about whether or not the kids are getting their homework done at home or that paper you have to write for work tomorrow. They capture your heart and soul and it comes bubbling out of your eyes. That's because it's pure joy. Your heart stop speeding for a moment. And then you belong to the song.
Man ist dieser Junge phantastisch. Er fühlt, was er singt. Unglaublich gut. Hab ihn sicher schon 100 × angehört, immer wieder für meine Seele aufbauend und mir Mut gebend
Guys imagine this is her kid grown up singing about his mamas struggle when she was pregnant with him after being told her story or finding her diary or something
this is the best version (of non-broadway singers) that i've heard ever. there were no over-the top embellishments, no tricks for scaling, just pure clean notes with such raw emotion especially at the end. Belting / hitting high notes is always impressive, but the soft and vulnerable notes at the last part of this performance are what will make you cry. bravo!
@Faceless I don’t deny that he and Shoshana are undoubtably brilliant… But as a sound engineer I can 100% confirm this is not how it works. They’re still both amazing though. That is all.
This kid absolutely murdered this song. I’m so impressed with his range and he is hitting those notes so perfectly concerning pitch. This is definitely something I could listen on repeat for hours.
The fact that this young man can get up on stage, feel such heartfelt emotions and still belt with such force, all whilst sharing a part of his soul and vulnerability that reduces a professional cast to tears, is nothing short of incredible. You rock kid!
I'm here after seeing Luke Islam's audition on AGT. DAYUM! What are they feeding these kids? Sitting here all choked up. They both need to be on broadway, like... now!
I know this song is meant to be sung by a broken pregnant woman. However, a friend sent me the lyrics in an email before I saw they play and I interpret the lyrics differently. The life growing inside me was my own! For many years I refused to admit who I AM because of where and how I was raised. Suicide was a serious option for me until I heard this song. I know what the song means in terms of the musical and how powerful it is, but I thank Sarah for writing this for other reasons. Music has the power to heal and help! Never forget that!!! May god bless you all and I hope you love the life YOU were meant for, and not the one others say you should!
i mean there are hella talented kids who r just as good or better who are not able to get into the industry. he is awesome but u have to understand how hight the standards are.
@@akhilshah6508 yeah, but they weren’t criticizing any other kid. He is extremely talented and there are other kids like him that are also great, but this is his moment. I would be extremely surprised if he couldn’t make it in this industry. -From A Broadway Kid Who Has Met Him 😊
When he hit the note at 3:33 I had a visceral emotional reaction. This is why I love theatre. You get to experience brilliant moments in time and get the opportunity to FEEL. To see ART. This kid is incredible. I am awed. Also the two in the back were the PERFECT example of what it feels like to experience something miraculous.
@@BG-iu1ld when waitress was on Broadway, they used to have karaoke after certain shows. So like a lot of other people, he got up and sang. I think he is phenomenal and I adore him. He's currently on the hbomax reboot of Head of the Class
A ‘Waitress 2’ musical about a young man/teen boy (who was once a player but after some bad things happen to him such as losing his parents tragically, he changed and thus gets a job) working at a restaurant who gets a child dropped off at his doorstep and is struggling to raise his child because he was there with no warning, written with completely new music except it brings back this song. And a love interest? You got it. Cue an older, happier Jenna in her bakery with her shy teenage/young adult daughter at the end of the musical after the young man has finally learned to love himself and hint at the love interest at the very end.
the entire performance was already so vulnerable, but when he sang "she is lonely, most of the time" the last time and started getting choked up, it seemed like even he was caught off guard-- like he didn't even realize that as he had gotten more and more into the progression of the song, the rest of the walls that were left between him and the audience had fallen down. you could hear a bit more of the child in him, rather than only the precocious and mature performer he is. he was truly jenna right there. amazing
The ability to connect with an audience in such a profound way is the mark of a truly exceptional actor. Adrian just showed the world that he has a natural gift for that, and I hope he continues to pursue performing so he can mold and craft that gift as he gets older.
The way he took us on that journey is something a lot of Singers just don't get. That young man poured his soul into that song and trust me you can definitely tell! Beautiful young man just absolutely beautiful!!!!
Two things: I always love this version so I can watch my man Al Roker react. And as someone who sings often, you can pinpoint the moment where he's possessed by the spirit of the song, right at "bring back the fire." It's incredible
Spectacular vocals aside...I’m amazed at how he can feel the lyrics, and the music and convey the emotion that comes with it...this early on. Some people never learn that. They just sing, and that takes away some of the meaning of the song... I look forward to everything this young man has to offer 💚💙
His posture, subtle body movements, angelic voice, and facial expressions make this performance PERFECTION!!! This little guy makes me cry every time I watch this video.
I will always love how he ends the the last verse so softly. He took us to another stratosphere with his belting, and then gently brought us back home at the end.
The fact that he took the ending and made it completely different, completely his and made it completely work is amazing! I need to hear more people singing the end of this song like he did!!
My son was bullied. His first performance was to say that this song appealed to all of us who have been abused in some way. It reaches beyond gender to the very soul of each person who goes deep inside to truly love themselves at a root level of their God given purpose.
He sang this song like he composed it on the spot, convincingly sharing the hard truths about a woman that he new who was flawed, but longing to be loved only to find herself at the mercy of a heartless man. I cannot stop replaying this perfect mixture of raw emotion, combined with the sweet, sometimes gritty but overall soulful vocals of this rising talent who demonstrated all the appropriate gestures and expressions that marked this as a genuinely moving tribute on his side as well as mine. And yes, water somehow keeps getting in my eyes everytime I watch him perform and I soak up the reactions of the Broadway actors around him as well as hear the audiences reactions. They all keep pulling me in and I don't mind it at all. So Bravo to this wonderfully talented young man, I can't wait to see him shine again.
I know, right? And the crazy thing is that quite a few brilliant singers have sung this song and they've sung it well but this kid's ability to emote took this song to the NEXT level and as a result I am not physically capable of enjoying any other rendition more than his version.
I’ve listened to 10 versions by 10 different artist of this song and this kid just made me feel what the words truly meant. He brought tears down my cheeks. Good job young man. Good job. I hope you go far in this world.
I, ve looked for other covers too, lots of then oversung... This kid is in touch with the song totally, he's surprisingly nuanced and does a perfect job
His heart is gold, and the story was told long before he channeled his vocals in the direction of heaven! Some need training for unnatural talent that reaches the boundaries of the top charts, yet only touches you until the next great star comes along! This boy is not a star, no! He is a BEACON! anyone can guide his confidence, but the gift was already there! Maybe he can train you!
This is probably the 15th time watching this video, and when I started it I said to myself "okay you cried the last 14 times, don't cry this time". Nope. There are tears again.
Over 15 times just can't stop. He's the best I've found sis ginger this song. 2nd is Islam dude off America's got talent but number one by far is dis lil man. I love love love his voice and his demeanor 100%
2:45 is where that boy starts feelin the music, emotion and his whole damn self at another level... DAMN! Incredible... Whoever played Jenna that night was like 💀💀💀
Can you please react to this? Would love to know a professional vocal coach thoughts on this? About his emotional capability and also his vocals! So help a student please hehe
The Voice coaches would turn around at that first note, if this was a blind audition. Goodness, those gasps and sighs reflect his melancholy and that high note and agony show his musical maturity. I want to hear more of him.
This is a rare talent. He embodied the character Jenna so perfectly just then and sang so amazingly. Adrian is built for this. I hope to see him on stage sharing his amazing talent as a career. Congratulations Adrian
What makes me so emotional is not only how amazing he is, its absolutely undeniable! But looking behind him and seeing how the cast have the biggest proudest smiles for him. They wait for every note with anticipation and excitement and are rooting for him the whole time to do his best. This is why I love theater, the support within the community is one of a kind
Thank goodness someone answered this question 😁 It's been driving me crazy trying to figure out if that was him or not 😂😂 So I say again.....Thank you Thank you 💜💜
The singers in the back look like proud parents
London Newsome I’m a proud parent at this moment.
It looks so cute lol 😍
... One of them is Al Roker.
Exactly my thought
O i thought the people on the right were his parents 😂
BABY 👏🏾 WHO 👏🏾 HURT 👏🏾 YOU 👏🏾 😭❤️
Nick righhhhhhht?!?
Fr he got me over here crying 😭😭
There are trained broadway actors who can’t sing with this kind of emotion
BULLIES.
No child that age should know that kind of hurt.
When he sings "she is lonely, most of the time..." after the climax. Instantly hits the soul. I felt the pain... good grief that's amazing.
I effin felt that
Omg! 😭😢
How he has the emotional depth to pull that off is just beyond me! I’m a puddle of tears!!!!
Matty Zerby An old soul, knows the depth of that pain in a timeless moment of greatness. THANK you to whoever shared this. I can hardly see thru my tears right now.
Was already crying but lordt😭😭😭
He hit the climax like it owed him money.
❤
Underrated comment
I didn’t sign a permission slip to go on this feels trip
RELATABLE!
Was-
Was that a Sanders Sides reference?
omg 😂
Lololo
@@lunafox45 Idk but I’m saying it is now
Well this called me talentless in 10 languages
me too and in Braille and ASL.
In seven different fonts and colors too 😔
Don’t say that about yourself... we were all blessed with a special talent. He just has one that everyone wishes they had... I know I wish I did.
😭🖐🏻 I used to go to school with him.... he’s not just good at singing
I love how in the end the actress behind him is like "honey just stay there, continue doing your thing...being a star"
❤ I saw that too, it was so sweet
Yeah... It was such a big mama moment! She even looks like my gigi!
I loved that, it seemed so sweet to me 💖
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@@noelleash4756 4:04
I go to college with Adrian now, and just recently found out that this was him in the video! Can assure y’all he is still the same talented and lovely individual!
He's in college now?? That is so crazy. Time flies by so fast.
He's 18 already?
@@Cutestjpg yes! He played Angel in Rent this past March at our university, and gave a show stopping performance!
Did you check in on his kid too? Cause i swear to god hes a broken pregnant woman in this video. I criedd 😭
get hin to try out for hadestown stat
This kid is making me believe he is a heartbroken pregnant woman
Hes so good 😭
L Mc IM CACKLING
😂 ikr
ahahah this comment has made my day
FACTS!!!!
The black woman in the background: all of us
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Jordan Tyler yes
I don't know the actresses name but I believe that's Becky.
Jordan Tyler she has a name. Natasha Yvette Williams. She plays Becky
Fairy Lights you want me to change my comment from 7 months ago to put her name?
I love how all the cast cry too. Like they hear this song everyday, but it has a different meaning every time they hear it. Shows how good he is, and how much emotion he has.
Alot of the people they get up on stage and just sing the song, they may sound amazing but if you cant get the crowd to feel and connect to the character you are portraying then your failing the production.
This kid actually connects to the song and emotes and acts that's what will make him a Broadway star.
Even as a man on RUclips as I am I am brought to tears hearing him sing it as well as Lucy Jones. Or Sara Bareilles. That's the sign of a professional or at least a singer when they can engage you and stop your brain from thinking about whether or not the kids are getting their homework done at home or that paper you have to write for work tomorrow. They capture your heart and soul and it comes bubbling out of your eyes. That's because it's pure joy. Your heart stop speeding for a moment. And then you belong to the song.
They were crying because he was. That’s it.
You said that perfectly. Xx
Man ist dieser Junge phantastisch. Er fühlt, was er singt. Unglaublich gut. Hab ihn sicher schon 100 × angehört, immer wieder für meine Seele aufbauend und mir Mut gebend
I'm a red-blooded male who listens to a tonne of heavy metal. And this kid's performance reduces me to tears. Every. Single. Time.
Likewise. I went to a metal festival and balled my eyes out to this performance in the space of a week.
Incredible.
Same… about the tears.
Everybody has red blood
@@shivtim Apologies. Its an old turn of phrase and I honestly meant no offense
@@fraserjwalker2327 Oh I just googled it, sorry I've never heard it before! Now I know it's a phrase
Guys imagine this is her kid grown up singing about his mamas struggle when she was pregnant with him after being told her story or finding her diary or something
I really didn't need to cry even more but thanks honestly this is the best thing ever
this is adrian.... it actually was... as funny as it sounds
also, this is my personal account. i promise it’s me, not someone impersonating me lol 🥺
Adrian Escalona it’s not you 😡this kids last name is Matthews
How dare you make us cry even more
Puberty have mercy on this kid
Fr🤣😭
🙌🏻
Omg lol
😅😂🤣 This is lit
Hunter Jones those who’ve been through puberty will tell you, the harder you pray the more the pubescent gods decide to screw you
Doctor: you have five minutes to live
Me:
Literal Trash honestly though
Literal Trash you missed 2 seconds ):
@@mollygibson1704 God : I'll allow it
Literal Trash When it’s 5:02
I freaking love the comment section😂😂😂😂
this is the best version (of non-broadway singers) that i've heard ever. there were no over-the top embellishments, no tricks for scaling, just pure clean notes with such raw emotion especially at the end. Belting / hitting high notes is always impressive, but the soft and vulnerable notes at the last part of this performance are what will make you cry. bravo!
Very well said!
Hi...could you tell me more about tricks for scaling as I could use a few tricks with this song.
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As a classically trained coloratura soprano, I agree with you on this young man's performance 😊💕
i agree
If anyone breaks this kids heart I swear to God i will throw hands.
Second that!
Caroline Williams I 3rd that
Caroline Williams Count Me as Fourth member...
I 5th that motion
I’m the 6th
See the distance of mic from his mouth. Man his voice is undeniably powerful.
his projection is INCREDIBLE. i’m in awe
or the volume is turned up high. LOL
Ikrrr
@@adam_g. even then, he’s got great projection
@Faceless I don’t deny that he and Shoshana are undoubtably brilliant… But as a sound engineer I can 100% confirm this is not how it works.
They’re still both amazing though. That is all.
This kid absolutely murdered this song. I’m so impressed with his range and he is hitting those notes so perfectly concerning pitch. This is definitely something I could listen on repeat for hours.
I'm honestly doing it....
I downloaded this vid and converted it to mp3 so i can play it on repeat
his performance is so haunting.
I have lol
IM BLOWN AWAY HE MADE ME CRY!!
He’s really good but you should totally check out Luke Islam singing this on americas got talent if you liked this!
five years later and i still come to this video when i need a good cry
you are not the only one
The cast was sobbing, Adrian was sobbing, and I was sobbing
I'm convinced this kid is a pregnant woman that got stuck and scared of the life that's inside her who's been abused by a man who can't love.
1k likes and no reply’s? Wow.. here.. have a reply.. i guess
@@user-mw2ne6oh7n LMAO
a year late but here’s your 3rd comment
4th comment
5th
The fact that this young man can get up on stage, feel such heartfelt emotions and still belt with such force, all whilst sharing a part of his soul and vulnerability that reduces a professional cast to tears, is nothing short of incredible. You rock kid!
Absolutely! 💯
What emotion he conveyed while singing a beautiful song…he displayed depth and impressive range for such a young man. WOW!
He sang it from the heart and was actually overwhelmed by himself at the end 🤣 that’s cute and precious
He already won The Voice and American Idol and he doesn't even have to compete
I remember seeing some famous children singers go on American Idol and flopped cause their puberty voice just wasn't up to par with their child voice.
@@GeekyNerdThao93 who?
I need that lady whose quietly rooting him on with every breath in my life. Daily.
Omfg same😂😂😂
Yes please where can I find her 🥺🥺
@@allietheotaku search cast
True that
I'm here after seeing Luke Islam's audition on AGT. DAYUM! What are they feeding these kids? Sitting here all choked up. They both need to be on broadway, like... now!
Exactly what are they feeding?? same to Luke
So do i...❤
IKR
Luke's performance was much better IMO
@@smpal6626 no way. he didn't have the same emotion running through him.
I just found this video in jan 2023 and it makes me cry. WOW he sang with so much passion. who is this kid? where is he in 2023?
He is in college now, music theater
oh my gosh 0:00-5:02 this part is so good🙌🏾
yoshidances 🤣
The whole video then I agree
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I agree
yoshidances lol exactly!
I could tell in that last bit, he hesitated because he didn't want that moment to end 🥺
No, because the audience was clapping, he waited....like a grown gentleman...👏👏👏👏👏👏
I thought it was because he was trying to compose himself after tearing up.
I think it was because he was about to cry.
tried collecting himself - hard to reach the notes at the peak of ur emotions
Imagine if he sang at America’s Got Talent...
Simon: *hits the golden buzzer*
Literally Luke Islam agt's performance
They don’t deserve him
There was one person already
Before he even started the performance he’d just smash the button to bits.
He won’t need too he’s already made it.
I know this song is meant to be sung by a broken pregnant woman. However, a friend sent me the lyrics in an email before I saw they play and I interpret the lyrics differently. The life growing inside me was my own! For many years I refused to admit who I AM because of where and how I was raised. Suicide was a serious option for me until I heard this song. I know what the song means in terms of the musical and how powerful it is, but I thank Sarah for writing this for other reasons. Music has the power to heal and help! Never forget that!!! May god bless you all and I hope you love the life YOU were meant for, and not the one others say you should!
Thank you 🥰🥰👋🇨🇦
💜💜💜 I’m so glad you found your strength in yourself!! This comment made me tear up all over again, I am so happy for you!
Thank you beautiful human 🥺
Thank you for sharing this! I'm so glad you are still here!
When he started to cry I was like damn give him the damn role sweat Jesus he’s freaking talented
i mean there are hella talented kids who r just as good or better who are not able to get into the industry. he is awesome but u have to understand how hight the standards are.
@@akhilshah6508 yeah, but they weren’t criticizing any other kid. He is extremely talented and there are other kids like him that are also great, but this is his moment. I would be extremely surprised if he couldn’t make it in this industry.
-From A Broadway Kid Who Has Met Him 😊
@@akhilshah6508 he also currently is a professional actor!
@@audreybennettactor yeah i guess i missed the point rip. i still stand by my statement though. i hope he gets there tho with you
@@akhilshah6508 okay! Thanks! I can see what you mean. 😊
When he hit the note at 3:33 I had a visceral emotional reaction. This is why I love theatre. You get to experience brilliant moments in time and get the opportunity to FEEL. To see ART. This kid is incredible. I am awed.
Also the two in the back were the PERFECT example of what it feels like to experience something miraculous.
3:30
I was at this performance...and let me tell you that you could hear a pin drop. He COMMANDED the crowd! Not a dry eye in the building!
Which cast was it? I wasn't to watch it somewhere but I want this cast.
You are so lucky. I have watched this like 20x just wow..... 😍
Oh, I'm so jealous. He brought me to tears.
Why is he even up on that stage? Can someone tell the story ?
@@BG-iu1ld when waitress was on Broadway, they used to have karaoke after certain shows. So like a lot of other people, he got up and sang. I think he is phenomenal and I adore him. He's currently on the hbomax reboot of Head of the Class
i dont know how many times ive come back to this video but this is literally my comfort video 😭
everyone: jessie mueller is the best jenna
adrian: hold my tea
hilarious!
You've got that right!!!
Common.... It's a kid, for chrissakes.
@@annettemclane4943 its a joke ffs
@@georgiacatt1979 Thanks for clarifying.. (I've run across a lot of obtuse people in my time.)
*throws phone across the room and sobs*
Nicole Adams you should’ve heard him perform Africa by Toto
I threw a shoe! 😆
@@janesmith4h If I'd been watching on my TV I would have too!
janesmith4h exactly my sentiment
@@mmh304 my weeping is symbolic at the sheer beauty of his voice.
Can we just talk about the resonance and vibrato on the "FIRE"
Actually, I think that was a trill
Tom Geraci no listen closely and you can hear it's too fast to be a trill. It's consistent vibrato it's just quick lol
That vibrato tho, I didn't know if anyone else caught that.
Tom Geraci RIGHT
kman 0528 impressive either way
2024 coming back to this. Feels like he saw his mom go through stuff, as some of us also have. It feels like emotion for his mom.
i know realistically that adrian can't play jenna but can adrian play jenna???
Nellie Warren miscast? 🤣
He should
A ‘Waitress 2’ musical about a young man/teen boy (who was once a player but after some bad things happen to him such as losing his parents tragically, he changed and thus gets a job) working at a restaurant who gets a child dropped off at his doorstep and is struggling to raise his child because he was there with no warning, written with completely new music except it brings back this song. And a love interest? You got it. Cue an older, happier Jenna in her bakery with her shy teenage/young adult daughter at the end of the musical after the young man has finally learned to love himself and hint at the love interest at the very end.
Macaroni Studios MAKE THIS HAPPEN PLZ!!!
Nellie Warren maybe....adrian can sing while the person that plays jenna is lipsyncing
the entire performance was already so vulnerable, but when he sang "she is lonely, most of the time" the last time and started getting choked up, it seemed like even he was caught off guard-- like he didn't even realize that as he had gotten more and more into the progression of the song, the rest of the walls that were left between him and the audience had fallen down. you could hear a bit more of the child in him, rather than only the precocious and mature performer he is. he was truly jenna right there. amazing
Addy Z so well said 😭😭😭😭
Best comment ever!
The ability to connect with an audience in such a profound way is the mark of a truly exceptional actor. Adrian just showed the world that he has a natural gift for that, and I hope he continues to pursue performing so he can mold and craft that gift as he gets older.
we so rarely express our emotions honestly in our daily lives so sometimes we can surprise ourselves when something honest comes out.
@@Sammy213 awww yes
honestly, i expected him to simply sing it but the emtional journey he took us on! WHEW! I wasn't ready!
No one was ready we all be shooook
The way he took us on that journey is something a lot of Singers just don't get. That young man poured his soul into that song and trust me you can definitely tell! Beautiful young man just absolutely beautiful!!!!
Two things: I always love this version so I can watch my man Al Roker react. And as someone who sings often, you can pinpoint the moment where he's possessed by the spirit of the song, right at "bring back the fire." It's incredible
I absolutely love watching Al’s expressions throughout
Spectacular vocals aside...I’m amazed at how he can feel the lyrics, and the music and convey the emotion that comes with it...this early on. Some people never learn that. They just sing, and that takes away some of the meaning of the song... I look forward to everything this young man has to offer 💚💙
It's called "old soul". Special.
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Amen!
Yeah, I was amazed! 🦋
His posture, subtle body movements, angelic voice, and facial expressions make this performance PERFECTION!!! This little guy makes me cry every time I watch this video.
Never stop singing, Adrian.
Amen
Amen !
AMEN!!!!
My god!!! My mom, RIP, was a waitress her whole life. Single mom. This song is her. This version made me cry.
i thought everyone was exaggerating when they said they cried but that’s as not the case i am definitely crying
His voice is like sugar, butter and flour 💖😍
And everything nice
Go listen to Luke Islam version of this
@@nasiasteel9105 tbh I think Adrian did better. Luke was REALLY good though but Adrian made a key change at the end and that made me cry lmao
N choco chips don't forget hehehe..
@@uwuben both were good but in different ways.
*Ellen DeGeneres has entered the chat*
tomreacts ? Id love to see him sing this on the ellen show
@@Emilyk1317 gvcfbcfhvçgghgyhh
GOD I hope they put him on ellen
tomreacts Ellen DeGeneres has left the chat
The way his voice falters on "she is lonely most of the time" 😢 Oh no my BABY! 😭
I lost it when he started crying towards the end what a breathtaking performance Adrian!!!
I will always love how he ends the the last verse so softly. He took us to another stratosphere with his belting, and then gently brought us back home at the end.
It’s called “typical” music interpretation…smh🙄
I'm still not quite sure if he was actually about to cry or if it was just the acting cuz either way it was amazing
The fact that he took the ending and made it completely different, completely his and made it completely work is amazing! I need to hear more people singing the end of this song like he did!!
THE PART WHERE HE SAYS "FIRE" KILLS ME
Lol. I love when he says learns how toughen up. Damn he did that
IM SORRY TO DO THIS NOW BUT YOU HAVE GREAT TASTE MUSIC IN MUSIC CAN WE BE LIKE BEST FRIENDS NOW OR WHAT-
@@audreysoutlet5755 OMG yes and so do you love your channel by the way
Asha Franklin Thank you so much! I haven’t uploaded in ages though. I should soon!
i accidentally disliked this and i was like SHIT!
The cast members look like PROUD PARENTS watching their young boy achieve his dreams.
Priceless.
So can we get Adrian in a recording studio cause it’s really draining my battery having this playing on RUclips in my pocket on all day!
Same!!
I watched it so much I need his cash app 😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤
Haha what I was thinking! Exactly!👌 well said 👏
Omg, I thought his name is Jenna! 🤯 (he is that GOOD)
My son was bullied. His first performance was to say that this song appealed to all of us who have been abused in some way. It reaches beyond gender to the very soul of each person who goes deep inside to truly love themselves at a root level of their God given purpose.
❤
He sang this song like he composed it on the spot, convincingly sharing the hard truths about a woman that he new who was flawed, but longing to be loved only to find herself at the mercy of a heartless man. I cannot stop replaying this perfect mixture of raw emotion, combined with the sweet, sometimes gritty but overall soulful vocals of this rising talent who demonstrated all the appropriate gestures and expressions that marked this as a genuinely moving tribute on his side as well as mine. And yes, water somehow keeps getting in my eyes everytime I watch him perform and I soak up the reactions of the Broadway actors around him as well as hear the audiences reactions. They all keep pulling me in and I don't mind it at all. So Bravo to this wonderfully talented young man, I can't wait to see him shine again.
Two years later and I still am listening to his version. This is THE ONLY VERSION of this song that I show people 😭😭😭
Edit: Still listening to it 2024
Me too ✋🏽
Me three
Me 4. Can’t find one person who tops this
I know, right? And the crazy thing is that quite a few brilliant singers have sung this song and they've sung it well but this kid's ability to emote took this song to the NEXT level and as a result I am not physically capable of enjoying any other rendition more than his version.
He’s really good but you should totally check out Luke Islam singing this on americas got talent if you liked this!
Adrian: has an amazing soprano voice
Puberty: I’m about to ruin this mans career
I have been through this 🙄😂😂😂
Juanpe_02 Same!!
omg i can relate
If he sings through his voice breaking it will be controlled .lets pray
*Chris Colfer has entered the chat*
this 5 minute video took me 15 minutes to watch because I kept rewinding to listen to this kid's amazing vocals. He had me crying.
THIS IS ACTUALLY INCREDIBLE
Wow....just wow
I told myself I wouldn't cry. And then he cried. So in other words, I cried.
so do i
Juliana Perez me too .. this was just too beautiful
Same 😭 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Mood!
This was amazing but also Al Roker's face when he hit that note was a serious mood like wow
I thought that was Al Roker
When he hits that high note the throws his hand I cry everytime , he is so powerful. I can’t wait to see him on Broadway someday . 😂
I’ve listened to 10 versions by 10 different artist of this song and this kid just made me feel what the words truly meant. He brought tears down my cheeks. Good job young man. Good job. I hope you go far in this world.
I, ve looked for other covers too, lots of then oversung... This kid is in touch with the song totally, he's surprisingly nuanced and does a perfect job
His belts are literally so precious 😭😭
I love that he's getting vocal training so that he can learn to use and harness his voice properly
He didn’t have vocal training before this? 0_0
His heart is gold, and the story was told long before he channeled his vocals in the direction of heaven! Some need training for unnatural talent that reaches the boundaries of the top charts, yet only touches you until the next great star comes along! This boy is not a star, no! He is a BEACON! anyone can guide his confidence, but the gift was already there! Maybe he can train you!
@@markfriel2885 dont overrate him plz.
@@markfriel2885 omg are you his worshipper?
@@markfriel2885 LMAO WHAT IS THIS
I got OBSESSED with the original video on Facebook. This kid needs to perform at Miscast. He is going places!!!!
Miscast? More like he needs to be the new Jenna!!
Oh yes!!! He's going places indeed. October 2018
It’s been years and this still gets me every single time. 🥺
When I say this hit different, this hit different
never cried at anyone else performing this song, damn. talent.
Only Shoshana but that was in her recording of it with just the Piano.
This is probably the 15th time watching this video, and when I started it I said to myself "okay you cried the last 14 times, don't cry this time". Nope. There are tears again.
same here
Mood 😔
Same here 😭 I have also listened to it over 15 times I can't stop he is phenomenal
Over 15 times just can't stop. He's the best I've found sis ginger this song. 2nd is Islam dude off America's got talent but number one by far is dis lil man. I love love love his voice and his demeanor 100%
I cried so much watching this young man giving his soul here. It's amazing how he can sing and was able to touch me.
2:45 is where that boy starts feelin the music, emotion and his whole damn self at another level... DAMN! Incredible...
Whoever played Jenna that night was like 💀💀💀
2:19...
iago07 they was shook
Who gave this lil dude the damn right to just send my wig into space and leave me bald and weeping? Who are you parents? They need to be informed.
Keith Harrell ❤️
Keith Harrell I’ve literally never read a comment that not only made me laugh but also represented me completely
3:30 the people in the back are my MOOD THIS DUDE IS AN ANGEL
This is the only version of ‘She Used To Be Mine’ I will accept, thank you very much, I will not be taking questions.
HE WRECKED US AND WE LOVE IT
it's too early in the morning for me to be crying like this.
hannah leigh same !
Oh my heart is running in circles. Triumph!! 💜💟
Rebecca Vocal Athlete omg I love your reactions so much!!!! Pls react to this!
Told ya!
Can you please react to this? Would love to know a professional vocal coach thoughts on this? About his emotional capability and also his vocals! So help a student please hehe
The Voice coaches would turn around at that first note, if this was a blind audition. Goodness, those gasps and sighs reflect his melancholy and that high note and agony show his musical maturity. I want to hear more of him.
I am moved by his pregnancy and hardship. But kidding aside, this kid gave above and beyond justice to this song. Amazing.
I watch this video at least once a week to cure my depression
Awww! Ure gonna be fine. Always remember that youre not a mistake and you are not your mistakes. God loves you. 😊
You will be okey. (Hugs)
Antonio Fernández hugs. hope you will be ok
i agree. his voice soothe your heart and lift you up. :) everyday, I've been listening to him.
Same.
😢
HE’S MY NEW FAVORITE JENNA
YESS!!!!
Madison Voelcker YES YES YES
Jesus, that moment at 3:57 when he just soaked everything all in, the audience, the amazing opportunity, it made me tear up so much.
And the audience getting up on their feet to support him gave me chills. Such a beautiful community the theatre community is.
This boy is gonna go very far in this world. What a spectacular performance...had me crying
hope hell be got bright future with his talent
3:30 that mans reaction! Ugh the cast is so supportive of him❤️❤️
That's al roker lol
I see that too..
Jessie Mueller NEEDS to sing with him PLEASE
He's telling us the story... Emotion's the most important thing to transmite the song in particular. He's amazing!
Sem dúvida ele passa 100% do que a letra dessa música pode passar em emoções. Simplesmente AMAZING
I just love how the cast was cheering for him.😍❤
I'm alone crying in my office.
So are we, Omar
I'm also in the Office crying, but not alone
Omar Leos im with you 😭😭😭
The people who disliked this probably thought it said: “Dis I like.”
kiwikawaii 8608 it’s doesn’t even say dislike or like for me 😂
This is a rare talent. He embodied the character Jenna so perfectly just then and sang so amazingly. Adrian is built for this. I hope to see him on stage sharing his amazing talent as a career. Congratulations Adrian
Dang this boy can sing and has emotion in his voice great job.
What makes me so emotional is not only how amazing he is, its absolutely undeniable!
But looking behind him and seeing how the cast have the biggest proudest smiles for him. They wait for every note with anticipation and excitement and are rooting for him the whole time to do his best.
This is why I love theater, the support within the community is one of a kind
Al Roker in the background loving every second of it!
Lol you stupid 😂 but funny lol
Ohh... Hmmm.... Wait is that really Al roker?? I had to take a second, third and fourth glance if it is my bad Luwin1026
Okay it was bugging and I did some Google check and yup. You are right that is Al roker my apologies sir
Thank goodness someone answered this question 😁 It's been driving me crazy trying to figure out if that was him or not 😂😂 So I say again.....Thank you Thank you 💜💜
I feel disrespected by his talent. He is perfection. This is literally the best version of this song.
The emotion exuding from his voice is hurt and damaged. This is a true artist you can tell he has a a true talent to connect to a song. 💖🧡