WINNER of American Idol 2023 Iam Tongi ALL Performances!

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  • @top10talent
    @top10talent  2 місяці тому +42

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  • @shelbeeray
    @shelbeeray 11 місяців тому +8686

    He is the first winner I’ve seen who seems to have genuinely connected with his competitors and cares about them. He’s a beautiful soul. It isn’t an act with him. He is a gentle soul and I love seeing someone like him win.

    • @lisatowner5407
      @lisatowner5407 11 місяців тому +122

      Amen 😂 omg I cried through that Whole video ! The ❤matches the voice 👌

    • @2011birch
      @2011birch 11 місяців тому +50

      You nailed it 👍

    • @beaconlight4720
      @beaconlight4720 11 місяців тому +7

      if he can't control his weight, i just can't imagine how gross his room is gonna be

    • @mariadeavila7072
      @mariadeavila7072 11 місяців тому +196

      ​@beaconlight really???? what's the need for the hate?.......

    • @kadijatumvkargbo5564
      @kadijatumvkargbo5564 11 місяців тому

      @@mariadeavila7072 cause people like him refuse therapy and lack morals

  • @jimfox9719
    @jimfox9719 10 місяців тому +2936

    The best singers don't just share their voice, they share their souls.

  • @JayG_
    @JayG_ 7 місяців тому +543

    Can we also take a moment to appreciate how much of a professional James Blunt was. He held the space for Ian and pulled him back, incredible.

    • @zmkelly
      @zmkelly 5 місяців тому +24

      it was also kind of sweet to see them struggle to finish the song. You could see how much it meant to them

    • @cloudydaez
      @cloudydaez 3 місяці тому +5

      @@zmkelly with all due respect to James Blunt as an artist but whenever he sings this song he scares me. When Iam sang this song I felt it in the very depths of my soul. A persons experiences can change a song and that’s what Iam did

  • @Krishnasarda85
    @Krishnasarda85 2 місяці тому +125

    This boy is an angel in disguise. No pretense at all. He is far beyond any competition, just a pure soul

  • @DanteKenchi
    @DanteKenchi 9 місяців тому +978

    He instantly won this show at his first audition, what a great voice 👍Rip Rodney, you be proud of your son.

    • @Zhen_Jess520
      @Zhen_Jess520 7 місяців тому +8

      Agree! 🌺

    • @kikidelarosa851
      @kikidelarosa851 7 місяців тому +6

      ❤Yes!!

    • @billzjr222
      @billzjr222 4 місяці тому +10

      Damn right. I'm here tearing up cause I lost my big bro 2 years ago and he looks like him. So it hit me hard man.

    • @madistets.7549
      @madistets.7549 3 місяці тому

      this show was fixed.

    • @beaualoevv
      @beaualoevv 8 днів тому

      lmao every time someone mentions a passing . they get a free pass & should win the show. you braindead people

  • @rboss5919
    @rboss5919 9 місяців тому +1422

    All the respect in the world to James Blunt for effortlessly stepping in when Iam got overwhelmed and soothing him back into it. Only time American Idol has ever made me cry.

    • @Kayyllar
      @Kayyllar 8 місяців тому +54

      And you can feel the emotion in both of their voices. It’s beautiful.

    • @pabiedaisy8164
      @pabiedaisy8164 7 місяців тому +26

      Dude! Absolute kindness. What a great guy

    • @aaronnumbers6275
      @aaronnumbers6275 7 місяців тому +15

      I know right! Leave it to James Blunt!

    • @ChristineNacino
      @ChristineNacino 6 місяців тому +3

      😅😅😊😊😅😅😮 45:18 45:19

    • @NomadX0001
      @NomadX0001 5 місяців тому +23

      When he said "you can feel my had on your arm" and he had his hand on his arm comforting him broke me.

  • @lizfei4448
    @lizfei4448 4 місяці тому +126

    The performance Iam Tongi did with James Blunt is so powerful--one of the greatest performances on this show.

  • @cie56
    @cie56 5 місяців тому +51

    I really cried when he sang together with James Blunt.

  • @masterpepz19
    @masterpepz19 11 місяців тому +916

    No belting, no riffs and runs, just pure soul! Awesome individual! That's true talent!

    • @charliecook59
      @charliecook59 10 місяців тому +20

      Except for when he belts 😂

    • @kioshiro482
      @kioshiro482 10 місяців тому

      No belt could possibly fit that

    • @Mark-99999
      @Mark-99999 10 місяців тому +25

      @@kioshiro482you seen insecure!! Get help!!

    • @priskruger314
      @priskruger314 День тому

      ​@@kioshiro482 boring world it would be w everyone the same. This young man is beautiful and majestic. This is called viking body type. I remember seeing a young women w this type of body. Large calves large angles large underarms and wrists. I was blown away by her beauty. I was a child and she showed me that every size is beautiful. Britney also has this bodytype. They can train and slim down and be more muscular than regular people will ever be. Learn about the bodytypes. He is a mesomorph. The endomorph is the peartype and the ectomorph is the thin slender type. Learn to see the beauty of each type.

  • @tevolo817
    @tevolo817 10 місяців тому +1144

    So proud of this kid. His grandpa helped me in the island of Tonga to come to school in Hawaii. Lots of love n respect. IAM SO PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR MOM.

  • @CNCPHD
    @CNCPHD 5 місяців тому +232

    Finally, its been a long time since there was a legitimately soulful artist that didn't seem full of themselves. Also, I'm thrilled for his mother. I can't image how proud she is. I can't image...

    • @CNCPHD
      @CNCPHD 4 місяці тому +9

      If he re-releases this song as an acoustic, he may very well break some sales/streaming records. Also, can we note that despite the emotion... he played the guitar absolutely flawlessly. Second nature. And for those who thought he was a sympathy pick... listen to this entire reel. He didn't miss a note, a string, or a moment. This is as good a talent on this show since La'Portia.
      Also, my opinion is that he out-sung the artist on his own song. 🤷🏾‍♂

    • @JoshSmith-vt6pz
      @JoshSmith-vt6pz 2 місяці тому

      I didn't hear much soul.

  • @timholubowitch9097
    @timholubowitch9097 4 місяці тому +72

    Never watched these shows at all. But this kid popped up in a youtube short. I watched and cried. I love this kid. I hope the best for him. Hes a great soul.

  • @JessS-ty1nl
    @JessS-ty1nl 11 місяців тому +770

    I got tired of seeing mainly belters and twangers on all the singing competition shows. Then Iam comes along like a breath of fresh air. Just singing a song simply with emotion and a beautiful voice. We need more singers like this!

    • @oliveoyl1802
      @oliveoyl1802 11 місяців тому +25

      Yes quite tired of the big voices 😐

    • @craftycrafter1960
      @craftycrafter1960 11 місяців тому +28

      He is a real story teller and I am so glad he won!

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat 11 місяців тому +23

      I also love how he brought Island music along for the ride. America got to see a part of Hawaii that few people outside the state probably would have known otherwise.

    • @cassandrafearn3820
      @cassandrafearn3820 11 місяців тому +3

      Ikr...I love this guy

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat 10 місяців тому +14

      @@agnesvalera6737 He puts just enough power in his voice to show what he can do while keeping it tender enough to draw us in without having to sacrifice one for the other. After years of having competitors try to sing like Mariah Carey or Freddie Mercury because that’s what we’ve been conditioned to expect, we get someone who sings more like Bruddah Iz. And that’s what the show needed.

  • @ssac9285
    @ssac9285 11 місяців тому +2175

    Don’t understand why some people complained that he won. He has a beautiful, beautiful voice and his emotions are so heartwarming. I am so glad he WON! Well deserved.

    • @anitamuhammad8285
      @anitamuhammad8285 11 місяців тому +228

      Many people hate purity

    • @ruelbalabbo4009
      @ruelbalabbo4009 11 місяців тому +48

      ​@@anitamuhammad8285yeah your right

    • @RatIceCream
      @RatIceCream 11 місяців тому +96

      Where are people complaining? He seemed like the overwhelming most popular singer on the show

    • @Plus_Red
      @Plus_Red 11 місяців тому +36

      American Idol is still a thing?

    • @anneliolsson31
      @anneliolsson31 11 місяців тому +26

      He is FANTASTIC!!!! 🌿🙏🌿💖🌿

  • @BostonGrl79
    @BostonGrl79 8 місяців тому +97

    I am so glad that this boy won! In the beginning of the show, I knew he was going to win. There was something about this boy.

  • @Grump.y-OldMan
    @Grump.y-OldMan Місяць тому +11

    Dude could sing anything. Just a beautiful voice, tone and control. I pray he has the best life, stays humble and knows his Father is with him every step! God Bless you!

  • @midam_aromi
    @midam_aromi 9 місяців тому +718

    The singer who doesn’t have to scream or shout at the top of his lungs to impress the audience but his pure talent and connection with the crowds do the work 👏🏼

    • @NathanDibben
      @NathanDibben 9 місяців тому +6

      Post a video of you singing lol

    • @SweetyD2023
      @SweetyD2023 9 місяців тому +4

      ​@NathanDibben
      Why do you want him/her to post a video of him/her singing? I say him/her because I don't know if this person is a man or woman. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤪

    • @viralviruz8694
      @viralviruz8694 8 місяців тому +4

      Nothing wrong with screaming and singing it's different, and even this guy was screaming in between but ig you can't differentiate

    • @AXx-yw2sb
      @AXx-yw2sb 7 місяців тому +2

      The commentor that doesn't need to put any intelligence into their comment to make a comment.

    • @skrullboy9019
      @skrullboy9019 5 місяців тому +1

      @@NathanDibben dawg he was complimenting him sped

  • @andrewbird6267
    @andrewbird6267 10 місяців тому +989

    Man, I wasn't expecting to cry when I clicked on this video, my Dad was also called Rodney, he passed last year. There's no way I could try sing this song all the way through without breaking down. Massive well done to Iam

    • @slamminsammy941
      @slamminsammy941 10 місяців тому +23

      Sorry you lost your dad man ! I lost mine 10 years ago , nothing harder then losing a good dad !! Hope your doing well , and making ur dad proud like I am to mine. That’s all we can do !

    • @guilherme8930
      @guilherme8930 10 місяців тому +4

      Tem gente que ainda acredita. Inocentes

    • @rochellasmith8746
      @rochellasmith8746 10 місяців тому +4

      So sorry for your loss. Blessings and hugs to you

    • @joecreamer4584
      @joecreamer4584 10 місяців тому +3

      youre making him proud man

    • @Caperhere
      @Caperhere 10 місяців тому +4

      I’m sorry.

  • @jamess.931
    @jamess.931 7 місяців тому +50

    God that first one always gets me, its the first time someone singing truly hits me in the feels that fast. You can just feel it in your soul as soon as he starts singing

  • @waynemarcum3519
    @waynemarcum3519 8 місяців тому +24

    Definition of singing with your soul. He is amazing!

  • @ryangreer6927
    @ryangreer6927 10 місяців тому +713

    When he said he doesn’t cry because he misses his dad but because he could hear him harmonizing along crushed my soul

    • @lesley5547
      @lesley5547 9 місяців тому +4

      Yes this opened the food gates for me

    • @debbieknight2677
      @debbieknight2677 9 місяців тому +1

      YES SING IT IAM, YOU ARE SO AMAZING !!! I LOVE YOUR VOICE ❤❤❤ AND YOUR SONGS
      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @zorrie-mareecernusco4092
      @zorrie-mareecernusco4092 9 місяців тому +1

      Yes meee too... sooo beautiful. ❤

    • @mojo3708
      @mojo3708 8 місяців тому

      Damn 😢

    • @nelsontan9967
      @nelsontan9967 8 місяців тому +2

      Iam, your Dad's with you man... ❤

  • @gmc911er
    @gmc911er 11 місяців тому +561

    For him to close his eyes every time he sees his dad harmonizing along. Such a beautiful effect 😭

    • @dabull1298
      @dabull1298 11 місяців тому +25

      His Father has most definitely lifted Him UP and is Always with Him ....His Father is living his dream Through his Son

    • @M.RidhoAntono
      @M.RidhoAntono 11 місяців тому

      Salam kenal saya dari indo indonesia
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    • @Barbara-pu9fh
      @Barbara-pu9fh 11 місяців тому +6

      He makes you see how proud his father is !! Tears of happiness from the sky’s up above

  • @kasunabeysinghe8910
    @kasunabeysinghe8910 5 місяців тому +14

    Making a man cry with a pure male voice just like that deserves a grammy, oscar or more…

  • @iamrekinafong
    @iamrekinafong 11 місяців тому +831

    He's an old soul in this modern world. His voice calms me, and you can really feel the emotions the song wants to bring.

    • @tamaikomays4040
      @tamaikomays4040 11 місяців тому +11

      Yes, his voice is very mellow and calming. You just close your eyes and be taken away.

    • @Firestar511
      @Firestar511 10 місяців тому +7

      He’s God’s gift for these desperate times we’re living in. He’s a message of ❤️ LOVE and HOPE to us.

    • @jmjm1920
      @jmjm1920 10 місяців тому +2

      ❤🙏 I'm on repeat 😊

    • @randommf3549
      @randommf3549 10 місяців тому

      D

    • @randommf3549
      @randommf3549 10 місяців тому

      Si

  • @allysongenzer849
    @allysongenzer849 11 місяців тому +589

    His duet with the other guy when his guitar busted- that was true brotherhood. The way the other guy talked and interacted with him was priceless. ❤️

    • @zt2577
      @zt2577 11 місяців тому +33

      Yup, there's no competition between them at all! Just genuine support and care for him.

    • @AHuri505
      @AHuri505 11 місяців тому +8

      Did the battery in the pre amp die?

    • @Bluesphan
      @Bluesphan 11 місяців тому +24

      @@AHuri505 The way they described that it was "cutting in and out" makes me think there was a faulty connection somewhere... Glad that they were eventually able to get it fixed for him - there's some magic in that guitar!

    • @alexanderblusch5320
      @alexanderblusch5320 11 місяців тому +22

      the absolutly heartbreaking moment was the duet with james blunt, you could feel how much it meant to him.

    • @stephaniekiyosaki3856
      @stephaniekiyosaki3856 11 місяців тому +33

      That was Oliver Steele, who became his best friend. Their duets are magical.

  • @BTSFANATIC
    @BTSFANATIC 8 місяців тому +57

    He definitely connected with all the songs. It goes right through your soul.

  • @crystalbluewaters
    @crystalbluewaters Місяць тому +4

    Solo or in duets/groups, there is no mistaking Iams voice & you can pick it out instantly yet its so versatile that it blends so easily with others as well. That is prodigy-esque musicianship & pure unfiltered talent. His voice is like his soul, the calm in the storm & sun breaking apart the clouds, yet when he lets loose it hits like a ton of bricks straight to the heart. Humble, kind, compassionate. His song choices were like a roadmap to his soul as each held special meaning to him & his family. Have never felt a connection like this to other contestants & have watched many music shows, as i have with Iam. Wishing him all the best on his journey. His parents raised a beautiful son major respect to rodney & lillie, and rodney was a wonderful teacher too giving his son the tools to build his own path.

  • @Generalwolfy24
    @Generalwolfy24 11 місяців тому +76

    i have never seen a contestant so damn likeable and so amazing at the same time.

  • @jacklynfernandez7555
    @jacklynfernandez7555 11 місяців тому +561

    I'm at the bus and ugly crying because this man really hits my soul🥺 I'm so glad that he won, he truly deserves to be heard.

    • @GregsWhiskyGuide
      @GregsWhiskyGuide 11 місяців тому +4

      Same here

    • @annemccurry2125
      @annemccurry2125 11 місяців тому +2

      Oh my god

    • @slaybunny254
      @slaybunny254 11 місяців тому +2

      Me too😢

    • @Baz274Music
      @Baz274Music 11 місяців тому +5

      haha ugly crying 😂. I haven't heard that expression before. Yeah I agree tho, his first song monster does hit you hard.

    • @jalopytan
      @jalopytan 10 місяців тому +3

      we should get together.

  • @daynabeyer3620
    @daynabeyer3620 4 місяці тому +25

    Loved Iam from Day 1. He touched my heart not just because I am from Hawai'i. His humble nature, his God given gift to sing from his heart reaches in and grabs you. We've been watching Idol for years, and we were moved to vote for the first time. Iam's voice transcends to us that gives shows us love and gives us hope. Aloha & Mahalo Rodney & Lily for raising up a fine child of God. I am still moved by Iam every time I hear him sing. Me ke Aloha, Iam.

  • @kevintse2870
    @kevintse2870 8 місяців тому +27

    I love how humble he was that he didn't think he would make it into the top 24.

  • @Kae_One
    @Kae_One 11 місяців тому +446

    As a grown ass man this whole thing made me tear up... absolute legend 👌🍻

    • @JoshuaTovo
      @JoshuaTovo 11 місяців тому +2

      Are you a grown ass man or bigger than he is?

    • @sodipetobby5
      @sodipetobby5 10 місяців тому +1

      Yea me too

  • @TexyHampp
    @TexyHampp 10 місяців тому +679

    The last time I cried was 1975 when my dad passed away. I am 65 now. I’ve conquered the monster. His singing made me cry in the inside.

    • @d_teex09x44
      @d_teex09x44 10 місяців тому +12

      He elicits so much emotion and purity in his music that it's hard not to keep the tears away ❤

    • @sitarastern2295
      @sitarastern2295 10 місяців тому +12

      Everybody who lost his father cried. Me too

    • @yosefasmare7931
      @yosefasmare7931 10 місяців тому +8

      My Dad is still alive, but the song and his voice makes me cry

    • @mikeellchuk3787
      @mikeellchuk3787 10 місяців тому +18

      Crying isn't a monster. Its okay to feel emotion as a man. Its nice to see this ideology dying with the boomers.

    • @MonsterGains96
      @MonsterGains96 10 місяців тому +4

      It’s okay to show emotions, love and passion are not weaknesses but strengths

  • @Chokology
    @Chokology 5 місяців тому +11

    Why am i crying to his whole journey? Props to his song choices! Beyond amazing really.

  • @jakeyam0223
    @jakeyam0223 8 місяців тому +15

    Yes, it’s a beautiful thing that he can hear his dad every time he sings

  • @amadahycatori6198
    @amadahycatori6198 11 місяців тому +390

    Dad Rodney, you did a great job raising this kid! We are all proud of him. I'm sure you are too ❤

  • @henrylazarde8967
    @henrylazarde8967 10 місяців тому +820

    It’s not his voice.
    It’s his way to connect with others.
    It’s very unique.
    He’s a different animal.
    Absolutely amazing.

    • @superman35335
      @superman35335 10 місяців тому +8

      Not his voice?

    • @Amiright-zg5gd
      @Amiright-zg5gd 10 місяців тому +13

      nah man i think his voice fits those other parts with the context, so i would rephrase it as not just the voice that won it, it was everything

    • @georgedazo58
      @georgedazo58 10 місяців тому +6

      Exactly.. even James blunt & Hawaiian Legend Jack Johnson say it’s hard to describe Iam .. He just has something special about him..He’s different than we’ve seen💯💪💯💪🔥🔥🔥

    • @Failp0p
      @Failp0p 10 місяців тому

      Animal.. u are so bad at this = =

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat 10 місяців тому +6

      Oliver Steele said in a recent interview that he pegged Iam to win back during Hollywood Week, before he knew anything about Iam’s dad Rodney other than Rodney was the one who got him into music. Oliver said what he saw about Iam that set him apart from everyone else was how he could hear Iam’s love of people, music, and culture in every song he sang. And it was identifiable from the first note.

  • @Imac7065
    @Imac7065 8 місяців тому +53

    You can see his evolution from terrified lost son to full grown man in this video.... I had never heard of Iam before watching this video.... but I already know he's the best American Idol contestant of all time.

    • @crystalbluewaters
      @crystalbluewaters Місяць тому +2

      He's my top 1 overall & willie spence 2nd (may willie RIP), with ruben studdard at 3rd all time AI favorite male singers. I watch many music competitions, but have never watched & connected to other contestants as i did with iam. His choices in songs was like a roadmap of his life & soul, they always had meaning. Rodney may he rest in peace, was more than a great father. He was a teacher who gave his son the tools to pave his path. I cant wait to follow his journey. This young man is extraordinary, talented & special.

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal 6 днів тому

      @@crystalbluewaters Your comment is insightful and beautiful. 🕊️🤍🙌🏼

  • @user-hg2wd6wy8r
    @user-hg2wd6wy8r 7 місяців тому +32

    There will never be another American idol like iam he is a legend in his time no one can come close love him ❤

  • @voasary4831
    @voasary4831 10 місяців тому +541

    Dude, this guy is just a tears and chills machine, his voice is just like whisper, not too loud and not too low, make you feel better and comfortable, but he connects you to his feelings deep in the guts.

    • @amitlal4979
      @amitlal4979 10 місяців тому +4

      Yo deeep in the guts 😂

    • @KelsJay-jt3ni
      @KelsJay-jt3ni 10 місяців тому +6

      This kids amazing

    • @nomusicnolife3447
      @nomusicnolife3447 10 місяців тому +8

      I could not find better words than yours to express what I feel listening to this talented young man. Greetings from Belgium ❤

    • @deniseperry6663
      @deniseperry6663 8 місяців тому +1

      Yes he soothes my tired soul..

  • @RFL711
    @RFL711 11 місяців тому +162

    Im a grown man, waiting for the train, never heard of him but god damn I’m crying like never before.
    This guy just hits your soul.
    Monsters is like written for HIM!
    God bless his soul

  • @thaddeusdoodnath545
    @thaddeusdoodnath545 7 місяців тому +5

    “Sound of silence” that part hits each time

  • @wiseowl179
    @wiseowl179 5 місяців тому +12

    The other contestants didn’t have a hope this year no matter how good they were. Iam’s dad cleared the heavenly runway for Iam to fly high and soar above them all! God bless you young man! May we listen to you sing for many years to come🙏🤗❤️🌺

  • @fontaurantija7675
    @fontaurantija7675 11 місяців тому +158

    he is the BEST WINNER of all times...he DESTINED TO SING, sound flows so EFFORTLESSLY .. he born to sing

  • @jameshensley4181
    @jameshensley4181 10 місяців тому +437

    I'm a 42yr old grown man who just cried like a 5yr old little girl. I started about 1/4 of the way through and didn't stop for a couple of mins after it was over.😢😢😢 His voice is amazing and so full of emotion you kinda heartless if you don't cry.😢😢😢 This man totally has me in my feels 100%.

    • @brendabryant7484
      @brendabryant7484 10 місяців тому +11

      You should cry more often it refreshing the soul

    • @dadsskateshop9733
      @dadsskateshop9733 10 місяців тому +9

      Good to know I wasn't the only one.

    • @BecciBex
      @BecciBex 10 місяців тому +7

      Crying isn’t just for girls. Crying shows bravery and vulnerability, you should do it more

    • @spencerwiltse2855
      @spencerwiltse2855 10 місяців тому +3

      Ugh Damn I put my sun glasses on to hide it but the tears made it down my face lol this video killed me

    • @Silverpup67
      @Silverpup67 10 місяців тому

      I hear ya

  • @frankingram3477
    @frankingram3477 8 місяців тому +5

    Dude is smooth AF.

  • @nancyowens9076
    @nancyowens9076 4 місяці тому +13

    He is perfection 💗 Beautiful soul!❤ Fantastic singer❤

  • @radek_riverside
    @radek_riverside 4 місяці тому +9

    I could hear this guy on repeat al day long and i still be crying on some songs each time

  • @josperericson3240
    @josperericson3240 11 місяців тому +417

    He not only relies on a good voice but has real sincerity and deep appreciation

  • @JenShea
    @JenShea 11 місяців тому +148

    Clearly this young man can sing anything! So glad I found this. Oh, and well done American Idol. You finally got it right!

  • @nahnope6561
    @nahnope6561 8 місяців тому +14

    His voice is just so magical!!! Beautiful voice!! He made me cry so much 😢😢

  • @DJ_SquallYT
    @DJ_SquallYT 8 місяців тому +29

    After his performance on his home digs his confidence shifted. It was great to see the journey. Paying tribute to the local hawaiian music industry to the crowd, and witness the crowd blow up near the end was crazy

  • @jasonoctober3288
    @jasonoctober3288 11 місяців тому +203

    Tongi is so brave, he is only 18 and he is singing in front of crowds. The most amazing thing about his performances are he sings with his eyes closed. It shows he is truly passionate about what he is performing and singing, it shows that he is here for the experience, to connect with the music. He is so likeable, the way he smiles it is so in the moment. He connects with his soul.

  • @marloaltomare2774
    @marloaltomare2774 11 місяців тому +59

    Thank you American idol for bringing this Angel to our homes … a complete sweet love!

    • @loletta1235
      @loletta1235 11 місяців тому +5

      Yes indeed I so much agree with you❤

  • @chami685
    @chami685 5 місяців тому +11

    This guy is so gifted.bless him❤his voice connects with the world. Makes me emotional every time

  • @g3attack
    @g3attack 8 місяців тому +43

    This Young Man has the voice of an Angel!! WoW every song he did sounded better than the original.

    • @lotuscabrio2937
      @lotuscabrio2937 8 місяців тому +1

      Imagine him and Israel together ❤️🔥

    • @TheDayna355
      @TheDayna355 7 місяців тому +1

      Right 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

  • @kellymahon6239
    @kellymahon6239 11 місяців тому +411

    His talent walks hand in hand with his humility 🥰 So wonderful to see a pure heart recognized and celebrated 💖

  • @eb7210
    @eb7210 11 місяців тому +42

    Man this guy!!! Makes me proud to be an Islander!! 🎉😊

  • @wawarieobednaris8452
    @wawarieobednaris8452 8 місяців тому +13

    The song monsters and bro's experience just got me in tears because I also lost my dad some couple of months ago, and the song just hit me💔
    His voice is just natural and what he's going through has motivated him to get to where he is. Cheers mate!🤝

  • @user-kg7wp9sm1d
    @user-kg7wp9sm1d 6 місяців тому +7

    This young man has a gigantic heart full of love and it spills out when he makes music!

  • @NicholasKlacsanzkyICM
    @NicholasKlacsanzkyICM 11 місяців тому +108

    I lost my father at 18 years old, too. My father was my poetry teacher and hero. The hurt when someone like that leaves your world suddenly is absolutely devastating. It’s sometimes only through the arts that we can get through the grief and survive. Iam’s love for his father without a doubt shines through his voice and art.

  • @pberar1984
    @pberar1984 9 місяців тому +268

    Everytime he performs he doesn't sing. He opens up his heart and soul and allows us to have a little peek at them. ❤

    • @eli3107
      @eli3107 6 місяців тому +6

      Yes! His voice take u places

    • @Bakanokotosuruna666
      @Bakanokotosuruna666 5 місяців тому +2

      Pretty much!

    • @vibez2806
      @vibez2806 4 місяці тому +1

      he is definitely going to be the next Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, they have a similar voice. its very calming

  • @WayneDerk-sn9do
    @WayneDerk-sn9do 4 місяці тому +7

    What a beautiful person. Absolutely 💯 Awesome. Love this guy.

  • @petermurrayjr.5907
    @petermurrayjr.5907 8 місяців тому +9

    He is absolutely amazing. I love listening to the Righteous Brothers. He is superb. I’m thankful to his mom for giving the strength to complete. Blessings to him an his family thank you He touches my soul

  • @therecreationalguru7323
    @therecreationalguru7323 10 місяців тому +545

    I love how much personality he had. Little things like reading off the lyrics from the guitar, pointing at Lionel Richie when he played his song, chocking up when playing monsters with James blunt. He was never putting up a façade he was just him. His dad raised an amazing human being

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat 10 місяців тому +15

      I recently saw an interview with Oliver where he admitted that taping the lyrics to the guitar was his idea. He said Iam was worried he’d get in trouble and reassured him he wouldn’t, the judges wouldn’t even care, and that they’d even like it. And Oliver was right… sort of. 😉

    • @russellhelms2835
      @russellhelms2835 9 місяців тому +4

      He is simply genuine…

    • @pattyvanoy1292
      @pattyvanoy1292 9 місяців тому

      Just wonderful!❤❤

    • @gatesurfer
      @gatesurfer 9 місяців тому +6

      @@wxkat smart idea. Oliver has been a great pal to Iam. In this case, though, Oliver had a lot to lose if Iam messed up bad, and he knew the guitar problem was going to bother him. You do what you have to do. Turned into a very charming moment.

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat 9 місяців тому +9

      @@gatesurfer and they’ve kept up that friendship well past the competition. This past weekend Iam headlined a concert at Turtle Bay on Oahu and invited Oliver to join him on stage for “Island Style,” the song they first bonded over on the show. It’s like they’ve come full circle.

  • @flavigne5120
    @flavigne5120 11 місяців тому +365

    This season steps up from every other season since day one. Never cried so much, never enjoyed so much, this season has awaken in me feelings never thought I had. katie, Luke and Lionel are also standing up front of any other judges. I really lift my hat and bow to this edition, we needed this after the past 3 years of suffering , and the downfall of our political nonsense, where we need to fight for our democracy. God Bless You All.

    • @leroy_gankinz
      @leroy_gankinz 11 місяців тому +4

      I'm not crying ur crying

    • @dabull1298
      @dabull1298 11 місяців тому +12

      Fantastic I'm Very Proud of This Young Man He deserves the Win..... Loving Hawaii 👈🏼🥰😂

    • @VampyNatural
      @VampyNatural 11 місяців тому +1

      Wut

  • @JJ-li3lk
    @JJ-li3lk 5 місяців тому +6

    Man I've got no tears left. Wishing this young man all the best for his future

  • @rafael1627
    @rafael1627 5 місяців тому +6

    I can feel something different in this guy. Brilliant. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @Rmflucas
    @Rmflucas 11 місяців тому +385

    Ive lost my father about 12 years now. I can talk about it, look at photos, all without a problem, not a single tear drop, not because i didnt love my father, but because i fully understand the "circle", or at least i thought i understood... Until i saw this guy sing the 1st song for the audition... (As a portuguese, i dont see American Idol, so i randomly on my daily journey on youtube end in here) and i was not able to hold the tears... i did not cry for this matter, for years... Music as this power, i dont no...

    • @pinatisolo3780
      @pinatisolo3780 11 місяців тому +9

      well sais. Respect you you.

    • @Dukesmokey
      @Dukesmokey 11 місяців тому +19

      It’s easy to not think about it but when you do. It hits hard

    • @evanperrone1919
      @evanperrone1919 11 місяців тому +17

      I lost my mother at 18, and I know it's not the same but just months after she passed my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's, so although he is still with me 1 year after my mom passed I know I'm ultimately going to watch him fade away from me, and it just tears me apart.

    • @carolehankinson4969
      @carolehankinson4969 11 місяців тому +7

      Me too. ❤

    • @GustavontesOFC
      @GustavontesOFC 11 місяців тому +3

      Entendi

  • @christinamaldonado6598
    @christinamaldonado6598 11 місяців тому +130

    God bless you Iam!! Not only did you make your father proud you made the entire island of Hawaii and Ither islands like Samoa, Guam, etc..EXTREMELY PROUD!!!! We love you because you sing from your heart❤!!!!

  • @EatwithM.E
    @EatwithM.E 9 днів тому +1

    Iam didn’t need American idol, American idol needed Iam! He brought the magic back to American idol and here I am in 2024 and it doesn’t feel the same. Thank you Iam for a season I will never forget and I can’t wait to one day see you perform!

  • @makelifematter1896
    @makelifematter1896 6 місяців тому +4

    The world needs more like you young man you Angel daddy is there next to you and always will be❤❤❤❤

  • @jayceechan6098
    @jayceechan6098 10 місяців тому +143

    No flashy gimmicks, just pure talent.

  • @TooTallDesk
    @TooTallDesk 11 місяців тому +66

    His emotional depth and vulnerability touch me as much as his voice. Amazing man.

  • @leeyongjie-dc3fw
    @leeyongjie-dc3fw 7 місяців тому +6

    who cuts onions here..... u always make me remind of my dad... do your best bro..... love you dad......

  • @CaioBevilacqua22
    @CaioBevilacqua22 4 місяці тому +7

    I just watched, and I can't explain the way that his voice and history drove me to my emotional side. He deserves all this love and recognition, we're still gonna hear so much of this awesome guy, God bless you, Iam Tongi ❤

  • @josepgutierrez22
    @josepgutierrez22 11 місяців тому +73

    WOW. The Duet with James Blunt was so damn emotional!!! O M G

    • @dariennepohatu6719
      @dariennepohatu6719 11 місяців тому +1

      Heart wrenching and emotional. JellyRoll felt it too after losing his father. Thankfully with James' support and encouragement, Iam came through...

    • @pedroc4387
      @pedroc4387 10 місяців тому

      Dude, I cried, I have never cried during any American Idol performances, that one just broke me.

    • @josepgutierrez22
      @josepgutierrez22 10 місяців тому

      @@pedroc4387same here man. You can feel his pain. But it’s a beautiful moment as well

  • @collinzoch5160
    @collinzoch5160 11 місяців тому +60

    Cried more times during this video than I have all year so far. I would follow this man to the end of the earth

  • @Shortsac72
    @Shortsac72 3 місяці тому +5

    Break your heart and heal it within the same second.
    Incredible Man & Artist.
    Rodney is PROUD my boy!

  • @totzton
    @totzton 2 дні тому +1

    This song is a MASTERPIECE sung by someone who gave justice to its mesning😢😢😢... Thank you James Blunt

  • @jacquieviegas6082
    @jacquieviegas6082 11 місяців тому +63

    This is like watching an Iam Tongi concert! Wishing him well in his career, born to perform.

  • @radiocity1
    @radiocity1 10 місяців тому +243

    This man is going to be one of the American Idol super stars. No vocal gymnastic, no runs, just plain singing and every word is understood. That is the mark of a great singer/story teller which Iam is.

  • @eltamolle28
    @eltamolle28 2 місяці тому +4

    Just heard bout this guy from tiktok, i’m a fan right away from first song damn. This pure talent , soul , authenthic voice, great technique. Glad to hear that he is the winner, really deserve from first show

  • @mmluna959
    @mmluna959 8 місяців тому +4

    Amazing soul who sings his spirit out for us..thank you for the privilege.❤

  • @esthermorgernstern5627
    @esthermorgernstern5627 11 місяців тому +39

    I've spent 12 years in Hawaii. The Big Island. Now I live in Spokane. I miss Hawaii. This young man reminded me why I love Hawaii and Hawaiian people. I wish him happiness and love. Aloha.

  • @MelbaGroover-re6so
    @MelbaGroover-re6so 11 місяців тому +201

    I will definitely buy this guy's album. He is INCREDIBLE GOOSEBUMPS EVERY SONG HE SINGS!!!

    • @thanumba1stunna
      @thanumba1stunna 11 місяців тому +1

      Definitely will grab his CD down at The Warehouse when it comes out 😂

    • @lisamcgee8535
      @lisamcgee8535 11 місяців тому +3

      @@thanumba1stunnawhat is a CD?

    • @lifelesslulol
      @lifelesslulol 10 місяців тому +2

      @@lisamcgee8535 oh boy

    • @CallMeHunee
      @CallMeHunee 10 місяців тому +1

      Lmaooo, I hope this person is playing. _what is a CD?!_ Jesus, my age is so showing. 🤣

    • @CallMeHunee
      @CallMeHunee 10 місяців тому

      @@lifelesslulollmaoooo your comment just made me laugh even more. Wait until they find out about VHS tapes 🤣🤣🤣

  • @user-ep1tg4qj2y
    @user-ep1tg4qj2y 3 дні тому +1

    Wow, a voice straight from heaven. Thank you Father for this young man.

  • @user-qi8qs7zv5j
    @user-qi8qs7zv5j 12 днів тому +1

    What a beautiful voice! And what a respectful soul!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠

  • @ZTrader_
    @ZTrader_ 11 місяців тому +253

    The best American Idol winner in my opinion. He is already my favorite singer. What a voice, what emotion and soul pour into his singing.

  • @chezdavies3074
    @chezdavies3074 11 місяців тому +66

    Best season of American Idol. So many awesome singers. The judges are great. And then the world met Iam Tongi. He touches the soul. Such a beautiful human. His voice is so beautiful. Mesmerising. I could listen to him for hours and hours...(& have done over the past 8 weeks!) Congratulations Iam. American got it right. You're a star. A story teller. A musician. You're voice is your best instrument. ❤❤❤

  • @Terpenesteve
    @Terpenesteve 4 місяці тому +4

    Iam's story is magical..his voice is beautiful, and he just knows how to melt you're Soul.
    Those weren't Auditions...they were full on Concert Perfomances. It's so awesome to have watched these when they aired, and have watched where he took this Win and where he will go from here.
    He has BIG things in store for him!
    Keep playing beautiful music Iam!
    Mahalo

  • @bugsbunny9285
    @bugsbunny9285 6 місяців тому +5

    It’s been 8years and I can’t say I’ve healed from losing my Dad💔 I’ll be 26 this year and I still can’t listen to certain songs or watch videos like this without turning into that child again losing him all over again 💔💔💔😖

  • @joysutherland4925
    @joysutherland4925 11 місяців тому +31

    We love you IAM! Hawaii is proud of you! My father is a Kahuku High School Alumni! Congratulations, and we'll be "seeing you" around the island!

  • @mlight7402
    @mlight7402 11 місяців тому +148

    I am glad Tongi listened to his mum and agreed to audition. We all needed to see him grieving and move through to express love... a blessing for all.

  • @darrenheadrick3669
    @darrenheadrick3669 15 днів тому +1

    I liked the fact that when Iams guitar was broken and had to use another one, Oliver saw how much it upset him and helped him through the performance with his support and encouragement. Would love to see them tour together.

  • @RosaRamirez-tj2xx
    @RosaRamirez-tj2xx 7 місяців тому +3

    Lionel Richie and Iam Tongui how can you lose? LOVE 😍

  • @ryanmcnally3342
    @ryanmcnally3342 11 місяців тому +110

    First time I’ve paid attention to American idol in years. He not only sings amazing but plays the guitar very well too

    • @esborzios
      @esborzios 10 місяців тому +1

      It is also the first time for me. He sings with his beautiful soul, he is very special.

  • @seanedgar164
    @seanedgar164 9 місяців тому +47

    God that duo with James was ROUGH, so much emotion and struggle for both of them! You can tell they're singing from the heart 😭

  • @slaydesantis294
    @slaydesantis294 8 місяців тому +6

    Wow. Such an amazing voice. Truly God blessed this young man with one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.