I am almost 74 years old,lived in Hong Kong,since when I was 25 ,I discovered Neil Diamond is one of the most favourite singer.During his performance career and singing I noticed he had a lot of contributions of musical influence on religion and philosophy.Up to mow ,I still listen his music always,God bless you Neil take care ❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊
I was only 2 in 71 but I think my dad played it for me because it helps me think and feel a lot even though I only found it 10 or so years ago, now it's my go to:)
Omgoodness! I was just watching that movie tonight and heard this song. Had to put my earbuds in and go out on the deck and dance under the stars! My neighbors are going to remember how much they love it tomorrow! 😉 I can't describe how this song makes me feel! Thank you! 🙏✌💜
Imagine singing this so early in his career, how can you top this? Neil for me this is a religious experience, a lift from the daily grind to another dimension
I absolutely belt this tune out on the stereo and the neighbours kids came over to ask who it was and where they could get the song. I handed them the CD. They stared back at me..... So here we all are watching it on RUclips.....🤣 G'day from AUSTRALIA everyone 🇦🇺😉
Man when Neil came on the music scene, he was so exciting! Handsome, brooding, voice that was penetrating and pure. Not to mention that he was absolutely gorgeous. Makes me glad I was alive and young back then. We were all prettier then!
I am completely MEZMERIZED by this performance, and enamored with this man's pure talent. No flashy costume, no stage antics, no props. Just the guitar, the voice, and himself putting himself out there for ALL to see. Doesn't compare with anything today that is for SURE. So thankful my friend turned me on to Neil Diamond long ago. He is absolutely THE BEST!
My piece of mind, go to when I need to get energized, listening anew, and realizing I attended the concerts, saw him live, and each concerts, the best thing in my musical experience!! Now as always the songs ring truth!!
Gorgeous eyes, with big lashes. I had similar lashes and very dark brown eyes. That’s where I draw the line, my voice only pretty good….good enough to sing along .Thank you for your music.
And look at his face after he finishes. Even with a small audience such as this he is transported by this song, by the sheer power and the magic of it, and it takes a few moments (and a sip of water!) for him to regain his composure and come back to the real world... Me too! He is magnificent!!! 🔥🌟🔥🌟🔥👏👏👏🎸🎶👑💯
I love this song I was about 8yrs old the first time I heard it and I will scream the words I think he is singing at the top of my voice and still do it today
Thanks for being a fan!! I just wanna appreciate you in particular for being a fan and you should keep supporting me it brings me so much joy that I'm able to put smiles on your faces and hearts.🌹❤️
@@noahmills.6643 don't know if this is the real Neil so I have a pop quiz question for you....what is the name of the Neil Diamond musical coming out in 2022 ?
I saw Neil diamond play at Madison square garden. I wanted to take my mom even brought the ticket but she passed away before we had the chance. I have so many great memories of that era to bad there's no do overs. God bless us all the saints and the sinners,
Neil's music tend to have that effect on me, Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
Yes, Neil Diamond is pure magic.......been listening to him for decades and thank you for posting.........they don’t make good music anymore. God bless Neil and his family.❤️💞❤️💞❤️
He is a talented and gifted musician, one of the best ever. Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
Neil Diamond was in 1977, four days on Tour in Netherland.there were problems with the Hammond organ (110 Volt America-Europe 220 Volt) I'm approached by Lou van Rees Management for a solution to my Hammond Rent.After four days I got my B3 Hammond returned with Fire spots of Cigarettes.It frustrated me.They have me removed me from the Neil Diamond Fan Club because I had this listed on their site.Never Excuse of Neil Diamond ;-(
Oh my goodness I saw him in concert and his song play me I cried it was always my love song but I cried because I was so grateful to actually get to see him sing it
We just saw the Broadway play "A Beautiful Noise" and I was so emotional at to many times during the play. If you ever get a chance to see it anywhere you'll be amazed.
Aloha Neil Diamond and rocknrisaak !!!! Love your "Holly Holy " rendition so very much !!!!! I listen to at least five to eight songs every single day !!!! Am I Neil Diamond fanatic ??? YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks again so very much for you have extended my life span with your blessed songs Neil !!!!!!!!! Robert S.J. Hu Oct. 24, 2020.
I can not believe that this is still here. When I started the Internet it was here. But then others took over. I am so glad that this is still here. Thank Good because they tried to make it something else. But Hollie holy
Neil Diamond is one of the most admired Artists of the century in my opinion and it’s true . I love him I never met him and I ‘m only ordinary fan is just he is a nice likable person. I watch a lot of videos and I can tell it. I pray for him least I can do . I’m a Carmelite of third order and it’s our job to pray to all people who needed it!
Almost impossible to even pick one, but maybe Neil's best song. How many people nowadays could even dream of having this kind of vocal power and songwriting talent at the same time?! And he's still at it!
I was a teenager when Neil Diamond was was on 45s and I saved baby sitting money to buy them. I'm so glad a new generation listens to him and enjoys his music the way I still do
In another live version, Neil says this song is a stream of consciousness… meaning you don’t listen to the lyrics, you aren’t even aware of the words, you simply feel this song and the emotion behind it. A perfect description.
I beheld Neil Diamond in concert when I was around 11 yo or so. Even at that age I was overwhelmed by him. No one sat, they stood and swayed and took it all in. It was an incredible experience.
Living .. Not dying from Parkinson's disease... Happy 80th Superstar.. We will always hold you in our Hearts and our souls.. for many years to come too.. God Bless you Neil
I love Neil Diamond! Listened to him so much as a teen and in my 20’s. He has a strong voice and his songs are about life and inspiring! I still love to listen to his music and always feel energized by them!
Thanks for being a fan!! I just wanna appreciate you in particular for being a fan and you should keep supporting me it brings me so much joy that I'm able to put smiles on your faces and hearts.💖😁
I love them both. Lady Magdalene is so self-revealing! I think even more so than "I Am I Said." He was so very young when he wrote it questioning about whether he believed in love or not. It's so very poetic. "The man on the right that he sings about believes in love, "believing that love is a song for each man to sing," the man on the left doesn't, "believing that love is a dreamer's dream," then with so much passion, almost innocence, he asks "What about me? I'm the man in between." I absolutely love that song! It surprises me because I have met so many fans that have told me that they don't understand what it's about. The music with the orchestra is beautiful! He is so amazing in every way! His heart and his soul are the gifts in his talent! This song is wrapped in both so eloquently!
Zo.n mooi lied Neil zing je nog je bent nu ouder twee jaar ouder dan ik ben ik hou ook van Keith Urban Pentatonix Austen Brouwn ik ben jou een tijdje kwijt geweest maar nu speel ik je muziek weer nog steeds erg mooi door blijven gaan jongen
Diamond had talent a wonderful voice. He also had great timing. This song makes me cry. Heard he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Prayers for a man and his music.
I heard this song for over two dozen times as we flew on United airlines to Vietnam. we were all young G.I.s barely in our late teens and early twenties. It will always have a special place in my heart as I recall my good buddies who did not come back. i get nostalgic as I hear the beautiful sound of the words and musical background. thank you for letting me share my thoughts. Adios Amigos!
Likewise, he is a talented and gifted musician, one of the best ever. Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
I saw him at the Greek Theater in the 70's and this brings the memory to life. I love this man, I love his beautiful face, his terrific hair, his voice, his music, I love to watch him....what's not to love about this man? Thanks a bunch for posting this.
One of the most underrated musicians ever...It's a masterpiece...Is pure magic...Mr. Neil Diamond, may the Lord sing to the end of the world and one more day....hugs from Chicago, Illinois.
Who's listening in 2024? on loopp?
Hi Michelle 💐💐
Me too😊
Hearing about his illness throws me. A person who gave us so much through music. Pray for him. He did for us though his music.
You are very kind person. He is happy being solitary man in heaven now at peace knowing his music 🎶 like him lives on in our hearts 🥰 and lives!
U R So Right ...
My mom and my aunts brought me here great memories growing up in the 70
Once you discover this song you don’t stop listening to it. At least in my case. I can’t stop.
Looping for an hour
Totally agree!!!
midnight mass bought me here...... probably 10th time since this morning
@@Rob-fn1kp same. What a scene. What a song!
Magic I love his voice, I like solitary man too argh the whole double album ❤❤❤❤South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
Beautiful man with amazing voice and talent. I'l love him forever..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
How can anybody not love this song? It's a masterpiece
What a Talent!... The most unique voice and Song Writing talent ever.
I am almost 74 years old,lived in Hong Kong,since when I was 25 ,I discovered Neil Diamond is one of the most favourite singer.During his performance career and singing I noticed he had a lot of contributions of musical influence on religion and philosophy.Up to mow ,I still listen his music always,God bless you Neil take care ❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊
One of the best Songs ever
If you grew up in the 70's, you knew this music. It was my dad's favorite and therefore also mine.
I wore out so many albums and CD’s of his “Hot August Night Album”, which of course had this song on it. Plus so many other great ones!
cool!
💯 😊
I was only 2 in 71 but I think my dad played it for me because it helps me think and feel a lot even though I only found it 10 or so years ago, now it's my go to:)
I can’t get enough of this song.
Thank you Midnight mass
ditto
Samee 🔥
That is where I first heard it. Such a great song! I never new what I was missing.
Here because of midnight mass also, I'd never heard this song before, it's now right up there in my favs
Omgoodness! I was just watching that movie tonight and heard this song. Had to put my earbuds in and go out on the deck and dance under the stars! My neighbors are going to remember how much they love it tomorrow! 😉 I can't describe how this song makes me feel! Thank you! 🙏✌💜
Grew up on this. I’m 56. I love it, still. And did as a child.
Imagine singing this so early in his career, how can you top this? Neil for me this is a religious experience, a lift from the daily grind to another dimension
Def. a religious experience. 100%
Still uplifting 🙏🏻
I absolutely belt this tune out on the stereo and the neighbours kids came over to ask who it was and where they could get the song.
I handed them the CD. They stared back at me.....
So here we all are watching it on RUclips.....🤣
G'day from AUSTRALIA everyone 🇦🇺😉
And he was able to top it over and over!!
it is a religious experience. it touches your heart and doesn't let it go
One of the most underrated musicians ever
nope
@@lostintime8651 lol, I make you right. He wasn't underestimated at all .... Everyone thinks he is brilliant :)
N song writer
You don't sell a hundred million records and get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame AND the Songwriters Hall of Fame if you're underrated. 🙂
You kiddies who don;t; know music should do your research
I could listen to the song all day. It's absolutely mesmerizing❤
The Best Ever Artist...
This song makes me feel I can do anything.
It gives me HOPE.
Thanks Neil..
NONE of the modern artist can ever equal this man's talent and mastery af song and medley!
So beautiful it takes. My breath away I can enjoy his facial expressions forever so humble
That's a fact 💯 👌.
Please 🙏
Be nice
Love Caroline
Go find another venue dork
I've lost my dad I'm getting him back
Tremendous song one you can listen to over and over again. I love all his songs play them on a daily basis. Sending lots of love 🌹
Spirits of the soul what's inside is a prophet of the man.
Back when people could actually sing💖
Loved this song when it first came out and still love it. It is so emotional and dare I say, Holy!!! Perfect in every way.
Hi Stephanie 💐💐
I gréw up with Neil his songs saved me from so much pain
That's about REAL LOVE...a mighty force that takes over and makes you fly over every problem...Holly Love!!🙌🕊🩵💎
Man when Neil came on the music scene, he was so exciting! Handsome, brooding, voice that was penetrating and pure. Not to mention that he was absolutely gorgeous. Makes me glad I was alive and young back then. We were all prettier then!
Yes we were
I am completely MEZMERIZED by this performance, and enamored with this man's pure talent. No flashy costume, no stage antics, no props. Just the guitar, the voice, and himself putting himself out there for ALL to see. Doesn't compare with anything today that is for SURE. So thankful my friend turned me on to Neil Diamond long ago. He is absolutely THE BEST!
Fully agree!!!
Fantastic
Great performance! His voice
ist outstanding and will always
bei heard and loved!
I agree love from Australia
Beautiful voice and one of the best looking guys ever!
My . MOM And Dad Song. I still love it to day!❤❤
One of the true greats.
Hearing him always makes me happy and peaceful. May God bless him always.
❤
From the first strums on the guitar to the final verse , 100% Neil Diamond!! No auto-tune or lip-synching .1!00% pure Awesome!!
Love this Man his own voice pure talent at the best, purely Spectacular.
Hr knew it was in him, alright!
My piece of mind, go to when I need to get energized, listening anew, and realizing I attended the concerts, saw him live, and each concerts, the best thing in my musical experience!! Now as always the songs ring truth!!
Gorgeous eyes, with big lashes. I had similar lashes and very dark brown eyes. That’s where I draw the line, my voice only pretty good….good enough to sing along .Thank you for your music.
Such a Powerful Song... ❤
Who can not like or even love Neil Diamond? Not a lot of people. He's a great composer, singer and performer. How great are his songs.
There are no adjectives can describe the depth and musical potency of this piece of music.
He gives it all, you can see it in his beautiful face and amazing voice...
Never ever sung this song till today but for Neil diomond
This is not a song...this is passion.
Most gorgeous Neil EVER! I was born in 1974 and he will forever be my first crush...and to this day I admire his music! Sexiest man ever!!!!!
One of my favorites and I'm 74 years old!!
Beautiful precious memories of my youth!!! ❤️
MEMORIES OF MY DEAR BROTHER 🚶♂️🎶
Neil Diamond gehörte mit seinen Songs zu meiner Jugendzeit. Er singt auch heute noch.Und ich hoffe , dass er seine Passion noch lange ausleben kann.
And look at his face after he finishes. Even with a small audience such as this he is transported by this song, by the sheer power and the magic of it, and it takes a few moments (and a sip of water!) for him to regain his composure and come back to the real world... Me too! He is magnificent!!!
🔥🌟🔥🌟🔥👏👏👏🎸🎶👑💯
It's not just you, he is magnificent to all. Neil is a legend with an amazing voice. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
@@davidmiller9219ciao David!🙋😍😘💘🍀
I love this song I was about 8yrs old the first time I heard it and I will scream the words I think he is singing at the top of my voice and still do it today
Maybe one of the greatest "crescendo songs" of our time.......and it stands the test of time. Rock on ND.
no one could have written a song like that but Neil
Thanks for being a fan!! I just wanna appreciate you in particular for being a fan and you should keep supporting me it brings me so much joy that I'm able to put smiles on your faces and hearts.🌹❤️
@@noahmills.6643 don't know if this is the real Neil so I have a pop quiz question for you....what is the name of the Neil Diamond musical coming out in 2022 ?
I saw Neil diamond play at Madison square garden. I wanted to take my mom even brought the ticket but she passed away before we had the chance. I have so many great memories of that era to bad there's no do overs. God bless us all the saints and the sinners,
I am so sorry this happened. ❤
@@carolgriffiths3134p
Between Queen's masterpiece and this song I am saying nothing is better
Man oh man... Unbelievable just unbelievable... Come on!!!!!.... How do top that...
Who’s here after watching midnight mass?! Have the song stuck in my head now! I don’t mind it 🤗
Neil's music tend to have that effect on me, Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
Yes, Neil Diamond is pure magic.......been listening to him for decades and thank you for posting.........they don’t make good music anymore. God bless Neil and his family.❤️💞❤️💞❤️
He is a talented and gifted musician, one of the best ever. Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
@@davidmiller9219ciao David! 🙋♀️😍😘💘🌅
Neil is a Diamond!
I think Neil Diamond is a pure genius, he is one of the best singers of all time.
They don’t make them today. Our music generation gave us what we loved then and still love today fifty years later.
Complete package.... humans know when they see themselves up against the mirror.... we choose Neil cuz Legend
Neil Diamond was in 1977, four days on Tour in Netherland.there were problems with the Hammond organ (110 Volt America-Europe 220 Volt) I'm approached by Lou van Rees Management for a solution to my Hammond Rent.After four days I got my B3 Hammond returned with Fire spots of Cigarettes.It frustrated me.They have me removed me from the Neil Diamond Fan Club because I had this listed on their site.Never Excuse of Neil Diamond ;-(
Yes,I agree
The best. Not one of the best
plus he is absolutely GEORGEOUS!!
This is so BEAUTIFUL! I was around 12 years old when I listened to this song the first time! You tube is the best thing in the WORLD!
Glad i saw him him before he retired, YOU'RE A LEGEND MATE 👍👍👍👍💓
I found this song when I was 15. Still magical 49 years later.
I grew up hearing my mama play Elvis, Neil Diamond, Tom Jones and watching them in concert!
LOVE THEM ALL 💕❤
Oh my goodness I saw him in concert and his song play me I cried it was always my love song but I cried because I was so grateful to actually get to see him sing it
We just saw the Broadway play "A Beautiful Noise" and I was so emotional at to many times during the play. If you ever get a chance to see it anywhere you'll be amazed.
love Neil Diamond how can anybody with a brain not like it
This song made Midnight Mass a brilliant series.
Neil Diamond is the best I’ve ever seen and I’m 75 yo!!! I grew up with this man and his amazing music! I agree, it’s very difficult to stop!❤❤❤❤❤
Anyone with a brain would never give this thumbs down!!!! He was fantastic and always will be!!!
Aloha Neil Diamond and rocknrisaak !!!! Love your "Holly Holy " rendition so very much !!!!! I listen to at least five to eight songs every single day !!!! Am I Neil Diamond fanatic ??? YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks again so very much
for you have extended my life span with your blessed songs Neil !!!!!!!!! Robert S.J. Hu Oct. 24, 2020.
Of course, I'm only 78 years old; a year younger than you brother . Robert Oct. 24, 2020.
I can not believe that this is still here. When I started the Internet it was here. But then others took over. I am so glad that this is still here. Thank Good because they tried to make it something else. But Hollie holy
Neil Diamond is one of the most admired Artists of the century in my opinion and it’s true . I love him I never met him and I ‘m only ordinary fan is just he is a nice likable person. I watch a lot of videos and I can tell it. I pray for him least I can do . I’m a Carmelite of third order and it’s our job to pray to all people who needed it!
Flawless live version of an underrated classic. One of the best ever.
Great post. Thanks.
One of the best and very best of all
Very good song a great memory of my 15 years my idol Neil Diamond God bless you and your family
Almost impossible to even pick one, but maybe Neil's best song. How many people nowadays could even dream of having this kind of vocal power and songwriting talent at the same time?! And he's still at it!
with you on that. what a talent.
Exactly! He is the best, his voice and his passion cannot be surpassed by anyone!
Noticed the popular songs involve remarkable tune where they resonate with the spirit our Maker gave us.
maybe Steve Perry or Freddie Mercury?
daniel stewart Both those guys had great voices but Queen's music in particular was pedestrian and mediocre albeit well known. Not in this league.
I was a teenager when Neil Diamond was was on 45s and I saved baby sitting money to buy them. I'm so glad a new generation listens to him and enjoys his music the way I still do
i own every album by this man who walked his own walk
Wonderful. Thanks.
Hi Mary💐💐
In another live version, Neil says this song is a stream of consciousness… meaning you don’t listen to the lyrics, you aren’t even aware of the words, you simply feel this song and the emotion behind it.
A perfect description.
This is one of those songs that leaves me thinking, "how is that possible?" "How could someone have come up with that?" True artistry.
One does not simply "see" Neil Diamond, one beholds Neil Diamond.
Neil live is a whole body, mind, heart and soul experience never to be forgotten
I so agree
I beheld Neil Diamond in concert when I was around 11 yo or so. Even at that age I was overwhelmed by him. No one sat, they stood and swayed and took it all in. It was an incredible experience.
How can anybody not like this probably two young
Master musician, writer, composer, artist, etc etc …
The man is a genius sounds the same live as he does on the radio LEGEND
Living .. Not dying from Parkinson's disease... Happy 80th Superstar.. We will always hold you in our Hearts and our souls.. for many years to come too.. God Bless you Neil
As Linda Ronstadt said, you die WITH Parkinson's (complications), not FROM it because it is so slow.
I loved this man since I was 10 years old.
We are with you. There are a lot of us too...
I love Neil Diamond! Listened to him so much as a teen and in my 20’s. He has a strong voice and his songs are about life and inspiring! I still love to listen to his music and always feel energized by them!
Thanks for being a fan!! I just wanna appreciate you in particular for being a fan and you should keep supporting me it brings me so much joy that I'm able to put smiles on your faces and hearts.💖😁
Just a wonderful performer No one can beat his singing
Inspiring songs about life and love sung with a strong voice... that´s a great match ... Bravo!!!
neil's greatest song...easily! this song's build up is pure POWER!!!
Yep! Yep!
wangson He was meant to be a rock star!
Tough call between this and Lady Magdalene. I love them both.
I love them both. Lady Magdalene is so self-revealing! I think even more so than "I Am I Said." He was so very young when he wrote it questioning about whether he believed in love or not. It's so very poetic. "The man on the right that he sings about believes in love, "believing that love is a song for each man to sing," the man on the left doesn't, "believing that love is a dreamer's dream," then with so much passion, almost innocence, he asks "What about me? I'm the man in between." I absolutely love that song! It surprises me because I have met so many fans that have told me that they don't understand what it's about. The music with the orchestra is beautiful! He is so amazing in every way! His heart and his soul are the gifts in his talent! This song is wrapped in both so eloquently!
Zo.n mooi lied Neil zing je nog je bent nu ouder twee jaar ouder dan ik ben ik hou ook van Keith Urban Pentatonix Austen Brouwn ik ben jou een tijdje kwijt geweest maar nu speel ik je muziek weer nog steeds erg mooi door blijven gaan jongen
Excellent musician 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Diamond had talent a wonderful voice. He also had great timing. This song makes me cry.
Heard he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
Prayers for a man and his music.
I have 1364 tunes on my Spotify account and this is the one I listen to the most. We saw him live in Phoenix in 2015. He was fabulous.
Insane control of a song and music
My beautiful boy one of your best songs, keep on singing and I still will love you, even when you get old!!!!
Neil Diamond had some serious presence on stage. What an incredible song!
He still does..
saw him when he first started in kansas city
a while back hey....love your "mr warmth"bet your are too
Seriously well put, Mr. Stone!
Neil said this is one of his favorite that he has wrote.
I heard this song for over two dozen times as we flew on United airlines to Vietnam. we were all young G.I.s barely in our late teens and early twenties. It will always have a special place in my heart as I recall my good buddies who did not come back. i get nostalgic as I hear the beautiful sound of the words and musical background. thank you for letting me share my thoughts. Adios Amigos!
Welcome home brother -lobo-RVN Oct 68 to March 1970.
***** Google "top 100 songs of the Vietnam war " You will find many memories. Some of em good ones .
Thank you for your service
And thank u for ur service
Rene Lizcano YOU are here to testify the sentiments for them all. Thank you my brother. Keep shining that beautiful LIGHT.
in the last 30 years the voice hasn't changed
Just give me goose pumps.....awesome!!
Likewise, he is a talented and gifted musician, one of the best ever. Whenever I listen to this song I feel a deep connection to my soul. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
I saw him at the Greek Theater in the 70's and this brings the memory to life. I love this man, I love his beautiful face, his terrific hair, his voice, his music, I love to watch him....what's not to love about this man? Thanks a bunch for posting this.
Ditto everthing you said
The singing God's gave us a precious gift with this mans music. Enjoy it forever.
One of the most underrated musicians ever...It's a masterpiece...Is pure magic...Mr. Neil Diamond, may the Lord sing to the end of the world and one more day....hugs from Chicago, Illinois.
The first song I learned to play on my guitar when I was 13...I could never get my voice to be like his though..!!
not only the lyrics, the feeling, but the guitar....what a treasure
He might just be the greatest performer of all time.
Lol
HOLY HOLY HOLY IS HE!!!!!! LOVE HIS SONG SALVATION SHOW!!!!!!! SING IT BROTHER
He is a legend with an amazing voice. How long have you been a fan of Neil diamond?
Love this man and his music
It hits deep to the soul