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  • American Idol 2023 Judges Left In Tears After Iam Tongi's Audition!!
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  • @jasonpittmon2036
    @jasonpittmon2036 5 місяців тому +4166

    I don't care what society has to say about fathers. This young man is an example of what it looks like when it all goes right with a father and his son. This song destroyed me in a good way. I too love my dad, and I'm so glad I got to experience this pureness...it changed my life.

    • @caioaugusto6074
      @caioaugusto6074 4 місяці тому +49

      Don't fret. Society that say bad this are sad people who, unfortunately, didn't have the opportunity to have a real father.

    • @johnalcala
      @johnalcala 4 місяці тому +30

      Nah I was good up until a bug landed right in my eye. Two bugs I guess one in each eye but I'll be okay 😢

    • @J_SlimNJ
      @J_SlimNJ 4 місяці тому +14

      Very well said ... My father and I have went through so much this year but he is my rock and I'm only here and anything because of him . Every son especially ones like me that drifted down some wrong paths knows how important a dad is .. love you dad

    • @michaelkilmartin1653
      @michaelkilmartin1653 4 місяці тому +16

      I just sent this song to my friend and I literally told him “I watch this if I wanna cry on purpose”. I have seen this dozens of times and I’m still choking up right now. I love my Dad so much. I have been blessed but he is my biggest blessing and I want to have a son one day and be half as good as my Pops was to ke

    • @larzjenkins1325
      @larzjenkins1325 4 місяці тому +4

      Amen Brother

  • @nerbington
    @nerbington 2 місяці тому +992

    I’m a grown man and i had no expectations of crying, but that first “it’s my turn to chase the monsters away” hit me so hard.

    • @Sonenacht
      @Sonenacht 2 місяці тому +16

      Same here. 44 yr old crying to a YT clip…

    • @chaynedawson1573
      @chaynedawson1573 2 місяці тому +7

      I'm a puddle too.

    • @curto201
      @curto201 2 місяці тому +9

      Wow i am grown man , i dont cry, wow, i am grown. no expectations i am man i dont cry yet here man cries. wow. man cries

    • @TheAmateurEditor
      @TheAmateurEditor Місяць тому +6

      Every morning I wake up, my 2 year old son always cuddles me and asks me to chase away the ghosts and monsters in his room. That line kills me as I don't ever want to imagine not being here for him and his baby brother to always chase the monsters away.

    • @parmvirvirk8959
      @parmvirvirk8959 Місяць тому +1

      I've just heard this for the first time and as a dad that just done me in 😢❤, only something grown men can cry to together in loving harmony.

  • @KLP36912
    @KLP36912 Місяць тому +371

    Rest easy Sir Rodney.
    Your son did very good !!
    Thank you for being a great dad !!!

  • @NightwalkerUK
    @NightwalkerUK 2 місяці тому +204

    Lionel is such a dude. His replies and delivery were so humble, so relaxed. Liked this one.

    • @pbo6562
      @pbo6562 Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, and Katie Perry’s a monster herself.. not a single tear. These are actors.. the only real human here was the man and his guitar.🙏

  • @deermeatfordinner
    @deermeatfordinner 11 місяців тому +2953

    All this man needs Is an Audience, he can tell an amazing story through his amazing voice!

    • @willgurr
      @willgurr 11 місяців тому +7

      Howzit man. Love from the 808

    • @brianarias7109
      @brianarias7109 11 місяців тому +8

      I hope you’re okay man your audience is here for you ❤️

    • @nancysamons-9646
      @nancysamons-9646 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@brianarias7109 vvv

    • @tinaminowski1014
      @tinaminowski1014 10 місяців тому

      Oh he got an audience you fool!

    • @b2c3d4e5
      @b2c3d4e5 9 місяців тому +2

      This young man is excellent.He touched my soul.R.R.M.

  • @madeleine7411
    @madeleine7411 11 місяців тому +2477

    I don't think it's possible to watch this and not cry. James Blunt's song captures the relationship between a father and his son. Iam's dad has left a wonderful legacy.

    • @shhisaidshh
      @shhisaidshh 11 місяців тому +10

      SAME! Get me everytime

    • @ectocool
      @ectocool 11 місяців тому +14

      Tested this theory can’t do it without crying RIP dad ❤

    • @cobra_man1993
      @cobra_man1993 11 місяців тому +6

      It's tough..😢

    • @viztran1060
      @viztran1060 11 місяців тому +5

      Wow that was a great song and hearing Iam sing that song along with his situation kinda fit perfectly . I can picture him saying that to his father and made me shed some tears as well. Thought your comment was gonna be an exaggeration but after I saw this video I’m sorry to have thought that way and you are on point. He made that song even better!! Thanks for sharing your comment!

    • @dianadasu6109
      @dianadasu6109 11 місяців тому +9

      Definitely agreed & i had watched it more than 3 times but yet its still make me crying...

  • @reynaldovite6991
    @reynaldovite6991 Місяць тому +103

    My father passed away a week ago in Mexico. Before he was buried, I adapted the song to a short poem in a Spanish version. I said this in front of everyone. I barely made it, and goes like this:
    "
    Hoy, hoy no soy tu hijo
    Hoy tu no eres mi padre,
    Hoy somos dos viejos amigos que se dicen adiós,
    No hay necesidad del perdón,
    No hay necesidad del olvido,
    Por que yo conozco tus errores,
    Y tu los míos,
    Y mientras duermes,
    Prometo hacerte orgulloso de mí,
    No hay nada que temer,
    Que hoy viviré la vida, tal y como es
    "

    • @roa7294
      @roa7294 25 днів тому +7

      Que descanse en paz tu padre compa.

  • @scottmilligan7059
    @scottmilligan7059 3 місяці тому +190

    I just cried like a baby

    • @dithperlay3292
      @dithperlay3292 2 місяці тому +4

      Why like a baby? Assume you are a grown person and it is ok to cry

    • @ltme4134
      @ltme4134 Місяць тому

      @@dithperlay3292grow up

  • @blainepeschka3329
    @blainepeschka3329 4 місяці тому +321

    I’m not crying,you’re crying! 60 yr old man here. Pure love

  • @rupsubunbhaenery4285
    @rupsubunbhaenery4285 4 місяці тому +255

    He just brought tears to every grown ass man's eyes...Thank you Ian

    • @sirlanx2915
      @sirlanx2915 2 місяці тому +1

      Nobody crying bruh

    • @richardcoccodrilli2219
      @richardcoccodrilli2219 Місяць тому +6

      ​@@sirlanx2915dude your so tough.... Like damn ... Real man right here...

    • @AJMemes545
      @AJMemes545 Місяць тому +3

      @@richardcoccodrilli2219being a man isnt not having emotions bro

  • @conansredbowtie
    @conansredbowtie Місяць тому +34

    how can he even perform so well. I'm falling apart just listening 😭

  • @roberttascott1702
    @roberttascott1702 3 місяці тому +175

    He has an amazing voice. You can hear the pain in his voice and see it in his face. He has such a deep connection with the music he sings. So glad he won.

    • @slevinlindsay3624
      @slevinlindsay3624 2 місяці тому

      The irony of him saying he's been "priced out of paradise" leading to him having to leave Hawaii to a bunch of millionaires.

  • @nicksiii
    @nicksiii Рік тому +648

    I have warched this audition sooo many times on soo many different platforms... and it gets me EVERY time

    • @jacquelineyvonnegallegos9481
      @jacquelineyvonnegallegos9481 Рік тому +7

      U rock!

    • @Ingridfire
      @Ingridfire Рік тому +7

      Sameeeee I was watching Stuck on You and decided to watch the audition and his other performances. AGAIN!

    • @Julannb
      @Julannb Рік тому +7

      I’ve watched it 20 times!!!!

    • @Karen-hz5qu
      @Karen-hz5qu Рік тому +8

      I can't stop watching him..He's so bless..

    • @hulahoney70
      @hulahoney70 11 місяців тому +3

      Me too..... 😢❤

  • @iAnthonyJames03
    @iAnthonyJames03 5 місяців тому +959

    I lost my Dad a few days ago and this song sort of gives you peace, weirdly enough along with the tears.

    • @danielcavazos3890
      @danielcavazos3890 4 місяці тому +18

      Stay strong my brother.

    • @judithmoi2817
      @judithmoi2817 4 місяці тому +12

      I’m so sorry for your loss. Hang in there ❤️🙏🏼

    • @claytonjewett320
      @claytonjewett320 4 місяці тому +3

      Sorry to hear that, stay strong. Nothing but love for you. 🤙🏾🧡

    • @davegranger9402
      @davegranger9402 4 місяці тому +5

      Lost my dad 2 years ago. This gave me the peace I’ve been looking for.

    • @XVNR
      @XVNR 4 місяці тому +3

      I am so sorry for your loss

  • @chasemasuda4128
    @chasemasuda4128 29 днів тому +9

    Cheeeeeeehoooooooo 🤙🏼 you made all dads proud.

  • @kyleredzinak5206
    @kyleredzinak5206 Місяць тому +18

    I grew up in the Seattle area since I was 2. I went to school with so many islanders. They all seemed so happy, funny and could sing and play instruments. It’s so cool to grow up around such diversity. Thank you Mr Tongi for taking your voice and your story to the world!

  • @Steven-ik6xx
    @Steven-ik6xx 10 місяців тому +1389

    I didn't expect to cry, let alone sob. I also lost my dad a few year ago and these lyrics punched me in the chest. I'm proud of this young man.

    • @Mikey-1990
      @Mikey-1990 10 місяців тому +11

      Agreed. This is by far one of the most heart wrenching songs I've ever heard, especially when you can relate to the lyrics so much.

    • @aaralynhall
      @aaralynhall 10 місяців тому +13

      Lost my dad in 2019… haven’t been the same since. Sorry for your loss.

    • @Steven-ik6xx
      @Steven-ik6xx 10 місяців тому +6

      @@aaralynhall I'm sorry for your loss too, brother. Just know time heals. I hope you feel better ❤

    • @katherinewilson1853
      @katherinewilson1853 10 місяців тому +11

      @@Mikey-1990 I stopped listening to the lyrics and just started crying. I caught some of them, but oof. He does have a beautiful voice for what he did.

    • @Dezc887
      @Dezc887 10 місяців тому +4

      ❤️

  • @kenrothstein8460
    @kenrothstein8460 Рік тому +260

    One of the greatest auditions ever. Ever I say, ever!

    • @markkpardue8597
      @markkpardue8597 11 місяців тому +8

      The “greatest ever” gets used too much these days, but not here! Truly Amazing the best ever! Love his voice!

    • @blessed1940
      @blessed1940 11 місяців тому +1

      From Susan Boyle, kode Lee and others, this one hit the nail.

    • @DankGam
      @DankGam 10 місяців тому

      Woah!!! Do not put Kodi Lee and this guy in the same breath...

  • @adrianmusliu4409
    @adrianmusliu4409 3 місяці тому +63

    The judge’s patience and empathy for him is so beautiful. They create an amazing environment for him

  • @jasonhomorody1233
    @jasonhomorody1233 5 місяців тому +569

    I lost my father right as this audition came out. I tear up every time I see this. What an amazing interpretation of this song.

    • @raulperez6683
      @raulperez6683 4 місяці тому +6

      Lost my pops right before too. like 2-3 weeks.

    • @doubleoyimmy1572
      @doubleoyimmy1572 3 місяці тому +1

      May your father Rest In Peace

    • @RootinNRuttin
      @RootinNRuttin 2 місяці тому +3

      I’m sorry y’all! God bless y’all

    • @seoyoonKim
      @seoyoonKim 29 днів тому

      God bless you !!!

  • @brittanysalud332
    @brittanysalud332 11 місяців тому +347

    Rooted for him since the beginning, and he was just crowned the winner. BEYOND PROUD.

    • @JamesWilliams-di2kz
      @JamesWilliams-di2kz 11 місяців тому

      Hi Brittany how are you doing

    • @scr1pt34z3
      @scr1pt34z3 10 місяців тому +7

      @@JamesWilliams-di2kz take a hike jimmy

    • @stephenm8898
      @stephenm8898 10 місяців тому

      @@JamesWilliams-di2kz weirdo

    • @El_Deplorable
      @El_Deplorable 10 місяців тому +4

      James, Jimmy, Jimbo, Buddy....
      Are you going to take that?
      Get off that trail u were sent on & you get back here!
      Who does this guy think he is, Captain save a hoe?
      U better respond to that little comment.
      It may already be to late for u & Brittany but it's your own fault.
      Next time get the girl.
      Then u can take a hike, with her.
      Hike up the trail, watch the sunset, smash & bounce.

    • @stephenm8898
      @stephenm8898 10 місяців тому

      @@El_Deplorable nah he's a kermoid mate

  • @kellybrothers2701
    @kellybrothers2701 3 місяці тому +56

    I was adopted at a young age by two people who had already raised their own children. (I was abandoned in the hospital by my biological parents). They were the best parents ever. People assumed they were my grandparents as I got older because they were both old enough to be, but I always knew them as mom and dad. They were foster parents for 18 years (adopting 3 children in total, all from different families) and helped more children than I could count. They were selfless and took great care of many kids, most of whom had medical issues due to physical/emotional/ substance abuse, but they didn't treat them any different than their own children. This video reminded me of my dad. They passed away almost 10 years ago, only 3 weeks apart, and I miss them every day.

    • @jeromeierome4523
      @jeromeierome4523 Місяць тому +2

      They sound so amazing

    • @ShirleyMayen
      @ShirleyMayen Місяць тому +2

      Thanks for sharing their story with us. They sound like amazing human beings. You were lucky to have them and they to have you.

    • @rainheisenberg
      @rainheisenberg 29 днів тому

      your father is proud of you

    • @SunilShah
      @SunilShah 28 днів тому

      God bless

  • @Leotheterminator12
    @Leotheterminator12 Місяць тому +4

    Iam glad my dad is still alive....this song has made me to cherised my dad while he is still alive

  • @ChiGuy773808
    @ChiGuy773808 11 місяців тому +41

    This 18 yr old young man just made this 48 yr old man move to tears.

  • @sskkmmaa
    @sskkmmaa 11 місяців тому +502

    Don't need stage costumes, fancy dance steps....but just a beautiful, genuine voice that emotionally connects and plucks the emotional strings of the people's hearts. What a talent.

  • @davewarri8497
    @davewarri8497 3 місяці тому +14

    He won't fracture souls, he'll fracture the walls around them ❤

  • @dangeloalvarez4374
    @dangeloalvarez4374 3 місяці тому +53

    he made me and the judges cry true talent. what an amazing voice

  • @robertlindsay6671
    @robertlindsay6671 4 місяці тому +386

    This is just the most incredible audition in history. The feeling, the soul and the emotions are unmatched

  • @maggiemunn5425
    @maggiemunn5425 11 місяців тому +669

    Not to be that person, but I feel like this could be the best and last season of American Idol.
    This man is the embodiment of the most pure un-adulterated expression of love family and passion all wrapped up in one person. There is no hiding because his music expresses it all from start to finish.
    This is what music, and idol was and is all about and should be about. Emotional freedom.

    • @paulettefulgham6947
      @paulettefulgham6947 11 місяців тому

      I9
      ..
      L ol.

    • @almetatrammel2580
      @almetatrammel2580 10 місяців тому +2

      Yessssss

    • @sampacheco6265
      @sampacheco6265 9 місяців тому +1

      Heard that

    • @jameswrappner4624
      @jameswrappner4624 9 місяців тому +1

      Beautifully written.

    • @P.Subaeruginosa
      @P.Subaeruginosa 9 місяців тому +4

      Don't worry theres going to be a lot of Polynesians next year, they have natural singing talent because its a heavy part of the culture everyone sings, plays an instrument or two or both

  • @18RZZ
    @18RZZ 2 місяці тому +12

    Grown man and a father right here had me bawling in tears. Young man, you just shook my world. Thank you for sharing that with us.

  • @samsungpj6469
    @samsungpj6469 3 місяці тому +1

    Every grownup man will realize what burden that every dad carry through, and they will realize when they grown up already. That's why that two mans crying

  • @danielle6338
    @danielle6338 Рік тому +56

    Luke, you made me cry at 830 in the morning!!! Get it dude!!! Phenomenal!!! Rip! Rodney!

  • @kunoichihawaii146
    @kunoichihawaii146 11 місяців тому +57

    Congratulations Iam, You made Hawaii and your Dad proud!!!🤙

  • @NezKilla
    @NezKilla 4 години тому

    The way he’s still going with all that pain deep inside. Strong man with a Big heart. ❤️

  • @deexk7189
    @deexk7189 Місяць тому +4

    Lost my father 10 years ago and it hurts everyday still , I salute this kid for the strength and power to keep it pushing 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @hcm_titan6033
    @hcm_titan6033 Рік тому +88

    I have watched this a million Times and love it!! My favorite to win and be the Next American Idol!!!!😊

  • @deborahbrown236
    @deborahbrown236 Рік тому +40

    Lost my Dad nearly 20 years ago...miss him every day!

    • @ritacordova1765
      @ritacordova1765 11 місяців тому +1

      I can watch this over and over.There are times when I wake up I have this song in my mind. Iam you touched my heart. I can't wait to see you every Sunday. And I think that Uncle who had you sign up for American idol is 🔥🔥

    • @scorkey0181
      @scorkey0181 Місяць тому

      I lost my father two years ago. The grief is overwhelming at times yet sorrow is a veil to be lifted to make way for gratitude of the love you felt. Wear it like armour.

  • @danieloh1375
    @danieloh1375 20 днів тому +2

    This is why we need a strong father in family

  • @raymonddee1059
    @raymonddee1059 24 дні тому +4

    i lost my dad almost year, perfect song even hard to accept he gone

  • @Yo_L.A.
    @Yo_L.A. 4 місяці тому +54

    When he looks to his right and his dad isn’t there……hits me every time 🙌

    • @jimenezjr
      @jimenezjr 4 місяці тому +4

      Was looking for this comment…the look to the right is perfectly timed with the lyrics, “feel my hand on your own” definitely a punch to the gut, perfect moment for sure.

  • @Vixen909
    @Vixen909 6 годин тому

    People who had beautiful fathers are so lucky and blessed for having great men in their lives...

  • @kittykixbootie
    @kittykixbootie 11 місяців тому +44

    I just love Lionel Ritchie. He recognizes that this guy just might have it. Good musicians actually feel real emotions deeply. And use it in their music if their smart.

  • @mcmaestro9443
    @mcmaestro9443 3 місяці тому +24

    I keep coming back to this audition because it reconnects to a part of myself that gets hidden away while navigate a harsh world.

    • @scorkey0181
      @scorkey0181 День тому

      Let your hope be thy fantasy turned reality, know the sun will rise again and know that opportunity lies in wait for you

  • @kenjewell5619
    @kenjewell5619 Місяць тому +3

    This hit me hard, my father passed away 34 years ago on my 18th birthday, got to say it gets easier but never leaves you. Sung with passion and meaning, just beautiful.

  • @Cherokee2A.
    @Cherokee2A. 10 місяців тому +153

    My old man has been gone for 20 years. 20 years and I’m crying like a baby listening to this man. Well done. May God bless him and give him peace and strength

    • @theremnantevangelist6644
      @theremnantevangelist6644 9 місяців тому +5

      I LOST MY DAD N MOM 43 YRS AGO

    • @joniparker23
      @joniparker23 3 місяці тому

      Lost my dad 30 years ago, this made me cry. Had found out he wasn't my biological dad after he passed. He was a great dad!

  • @bens11kleij44
    @bens11kleij44 11 місяців тому +31

    18 years and already a legend!!!

  • @joshuakairo
    @joshuakairo 2 місяці тому +4

    I love the bond he's got with his uncle, it shows that his uncles been been trying to fill that role the best he can. He also features on one of his songs.

  • @hailtotheking3129
    @hailtotheking3129 3 місяці тому +14

    This song always gets me. Lost my dad a year and a half ago and I still listen to James blunts version and just reminisce. Powerful af👌

  • @chefbogeyproductions
    @chefbogeyproductions Рік тому +165

    I lost my father Feb 9 2023 and I have never related to a performance more than this in my entire life and my life is music

    • @65BLACKSTUD
      @65BLACKSTUD 11 місяців тому +3

      Same here

    • @oljavas9050
      @oljavas9050 11 місяців тому +5

      So sorry for your loss❤

    • @65BLACKSTUD
      @65BLACKSTUD 11 місяців тому +4

      @@oljavas9050 Thank you, we get stronger each day but the memories always make us feel the same feelings of a lost loved one. Some days are better than others

    • @dansherwood9851
      @dansherwood9851 11 місяців тому +5

      Lost my dad and then my oldest son a month later. I know they are happy and progressing and I’ll see them again and this song brings me great comfort and peace and Iam does it wonderfully!

    • @user-vv7yq9xq4z
      @user-vv7yq9xq4z 11 місяців тому +1

      Same

  • @jackw3508
    @jackw3508 3 місяці тому +14

    This will forever be the most powerful song I’ve ever listened to. I can’t even play it anymore because it brings out such strong emotions. Absolutely amazing, inspirational.

  • @Sora_Digital
    @Sora_Digital Місяць тому +2

    Watching this again in 2024, I'm still crying..

  • @dickflur1989
    @dickflur1989 11 місяців тому +132

    So happy this young man won American Idol!! Big things coming for him 💙👊

  • @MV-zt6gb
    @MV-zt6gb 11 місяців тому +32

    Congratulations young man! You earned the crown tonight, Iam.

  • @blaze406
    @blaze406 4 дні тому

    I lost my father 8 months ago. I haven't been able to cry for him since the night he died. This just brought it all to the surface

  • @russellgarcia9496
    @russellgarcia9496 Рік тому +188

    I can watch this on every platform and because I loss my father this hit me right in the heart and his voice is amazing

    • @annettecrawford1931
      @annettecrawford1931 11 місяців тому +1

      Same. Dad died December 2021, and this song sums it up 😢

    • @steveb6718
      @steveb6718 11 місяців тому

      my father died Jan 2022..... and while we never had a great relationship and he was sick at the end.... I miss him.... life is very short, don't waste time on filth and garbage

    • @simjim2606
      @simjim2606 5 місяців тому

      @@steveb6718facts life is to short as a kid I never gave my mom or dad hugs now that I’m grown I cherish it an give them hugs …Never know when it’s gonna be your last day in someone’s arms …

  • @65BLACKSTUD
    @65BLACKSTUD 11 місяців тому +41

    Lost my Dad and this just filled my soul with memories

    • @marcoceccarelli6415
      @marcoceccarelli6415 11 місяців тому

      Hundred percent correct. A son never forget. A.S.N.F

  • @KatelynnHart-bf1gu
    @KatelynnHart-bf1gu 3 місяці тому +5

    I just love that his voice is just so emotional you can literally feel everything he is going through I didn't have the father figure in my life him singing this just makes me feel everthing love this!!!

  • @lordface1526
    @lordface1526 3 місяці тому +8

    My dad took his final breath in my arms I’ll never forget the sound and the image,he passed in 2017 and I ain’t been right since, never felt more alone in my life,constant thoughts of being with him stays in my mind,this song brought back every memory and laugh I got to share with the old man,thank you brother I needed this

    • @AlmightyWavyy
      @AlmightyWavyy 3 місяці тому

      Reading this hurts my heart bro, I got a 2 year old son and thinking that this might be my future it hurts my soul. Many blessings to you and I know your pops is proud of you!

    • @Jimmyjoe5757
      @Jimmyjoe5757 3 місяці тому

      I’m sorry to hear that brother , I didnt get to say goodbye so as hard as that was to be in your arms I think that’s better than saying goodbye.. Jesus loves you brother

  • @shayndapain
    @shayndapain 4 місяці тому +216

    My step-father is in his late 70's now. This song hits me in the feels because he wasn't perfect but he adopted me when I was a 3 year old boy and he's all I've ever known as a Dad. So I picked up the phone today and had a great conversation with him. I just loved this performance.

  • @dylanbowen7240
    @dylanbowen7240 3 дні тому

    I came across this video just days before I lost my mom. While the specific lyrics talk about a dad it hit me so hard thinking about my mom. Iam knocked this cover out of the park and brought me a lot of comfort.

  • @Andy-1234
    @Andy-1234 2 місяці тому +2

    This young man is so gifted. He has the ability to touch peoples souls. The way the son turned out proves the father was a beautiful Person.

  • @CDaae
    @CDaae 4 місяці тому +62

    Whoever is chopping onions, please stop!!

  • @ednapalomo6741
    @ednapalomo6741 Рік тому +38

    Everytime I watch it I feel the emotion

  • @YourMe_Animal_world
    @YourMe_Animal_world 2 місяці тому +2

    I keep coming back to listen to this and each time I do, i just get so emotional and just want to cry with goosebumps all over me.. 😢

  • @cailwindsun2513
    @cailwindsun2513 28 днів тому +1

    Am sure your father is so proud of you dude ! Be strong man, God bless you

  • @msb5818
    @msb5818 11 місяців тому +37

    This young man has such a beautiful soul, I am in tears right now!😇🙏🏽

  • @mattbakerusa
    @mattbakerusa 20 днів тому +1

    Kid has so much talent and a bright future ❤️💯 RIP to his dad

  • @CheerfulAnacondaSnake-iz2sk
    @CheerfulAnacondaSnake-iz2sk 3 місяці тому +2

    This is what the world NEEDS 🎉 LOVE And COMPASSION ❤️🤞

  • @tacomawild8750
    @tacomawild8750 Рік тому +57

    His voice is so beautiful, I really hope he wins ❤

  • @sredtail
    @sredtail 11 місяців тому +38

    I’m tearing up just reliving the duet between IAM & James Blunt tonight during the finale 😭 What a beautiful deserving man 🙌🏽 Meagan also has a heart that connected with mine 🙏🏽 Thank God for bringing music into our lives to help heal 💞

  • @shadow-Sun
    @shadow-Sun 2 місяці тому +2

    What a voice and the guitar was on point too , I'd buy an album of this guy all day any day . wow just wow .

  • @hawksforlife12
    @hawksforlife12 3 місяці тому +4

    God Bless the Tongi family 🙏

  • @smithyi.922
    @smithyi.922 11 місяців тому +11

    He made us know about James Blunts' song. It is very emotional any time he sings it. Tears run down my eyes when he sings this song.

  • @debbiehenderson1171
    @debbiehenderson1171 Рік тому +80

    This is so beautiful. I lost my son on May 2, 2022 and this audition just makes me cry. I wish I could just hug Iam and take away his pain. I still miss my son and I know I always will. When we love so deeply we hurt so deeply. Now my husband has been diagnosed with Leukemia. I just lean on God for strength as I don't know what our future holds. Iam I will be voting for you as I love your voice. You remind me of IZ.

    • @yoChefski
      @yoChefski Рік тому +4

      Praying for you and your husband

    • @rubenduron4228
      @rubenduron4228 Рік тому +2

      God bless you Debbie 🙏 I lost my Dad on Mother's day 2021 and this song hit me to the core ❤️ it broke me and it also healed me 😢 God be with you and your husband 🙏 let him take away your pain 🙏

    • @shotz2692
      @shotz2692 11 місяців тому +2

      I'm sorry for your loss Debbie.; I can't even begin to imagine what you may feel like. People care about you Debbie. Keep the faith strong.

    • @denisecurtis8749
      @denisecurtis8749 11 місяців тому

      Debbie, I know you don't know me--but I am a Born-Again Believer and I believe in Divine Healing!
      Please let me encourage you and your Husband to get your Bibles and begin reading and Speaking:
      Psalm 91:1-16,
      Psalm 121:7-8; and Psalm 118:17;
      Isaiah 53:4-5;
      I Peter 2:24;
      Matthew 8:17;
      Matthew 4:23-24.
      These are just a few Healing Scriptures that I declare over my own body, and Mind! And I want you to know that IT IS God's Will for you and your husband to be HEALED! Matthew 8:1-3
      I love you dear lady and you and your husband are in my prayers 🛐

    • @gamerlotz4404
      @gamerlotz4404 Місяць тому

      Praying for you ❤

  • @theyluvtatiana
    @theyluvtatiana 2 місяці тому +2

    He touched everyone hearts🥺❤️best version And a beautiful voice 😮‍💨

  • @belowthebeltboxingabrocast
    @belowthebeltboxingabrocast 3 місяці тому +14

    I’m a 37 year old man and it’s been 17 years since my Father passed. Seeing him sing this with his story, along with the lyrics AND the vocal whew! I got all the feels right now lol

  • @muhammadilham5832
    @muhammadilham5832 5 місяців тому +60

    He poured his soul into the song and I know everyone can feel it.

  • @livvyb5237
    @livvyb5237 11 місяців тому +176

    Iam Tongi...a true winner in everyway! The most effortlessly natural beautiful voice, along with humility, empathy, consistency, playing an instrument, list goes on...winner as a human and as an artist! Even in your winning moments you shared the Mic and experience with your friends/contestants. Your dad would be so proud! You deserve the best and I will listen to your music all day! Congratulations Iam!

  • @dougmcbride5897
    @dougmcbride5897 Місяць тому +1

    This young man is incredible I can listen to him all day

  • @brianpierson1322
    @brianpierson1322 3 місяці тому +1

    The hug from his Uncle was just as beautiful as his performance

  • @ann-louisemulvany1575
    @ann-louisemulvany1575 Рік тому +91

    His talent is written all over their faces. ❤

  • @your.beautiful.mind.now.
    @your.beautiful.mind.now. 11 місяців тому +33

    I lost my grandfather last year. He was my favorite person in the whole world. This ministered to me. Thank you Iam.

    • @jerrymarty330
      @jerrymarty330 11 місяців тому +1

      Lost my grandfather who I called grandpap, back in June of 1996 and I have never stopped thinking about him😢

  • @MagicoCompany
    @MagicoCompany 2 дні тому

    With that voice he can write great songs and make it to people's hearts because music is the language the heart can't speak

  • @greatestever8169
    @greatestever8169 2 місяці тому +4

    Very proud and honored this man followed his heart ❤️ and shared his soul for us that lost our fathers too! Life is a journey and it gets very emotional 😭 for us that not only know the pain of what we lost…but go heal others by trying to heal also…memories are all we have left and music. Rings them alive…even if it’s just for a moment…

  • @ddunning6207
    @ddunning6207 11 місяців тому +35

    And through this competition he HAS broke and taken hearts on a journey. His passion seems to just grab your heart and soul.

  • @nobodyyouknow380
    @nobodyyouknow380 11 місяців тому +29

    Didn't fracture my soul. Smashed it to pieces. So beautiful!

  • @dhirenpariyar9294
    @dhirenpariyar9294 8 днів тому

    Thank you Sir Rodney for being a great father to Iam - which we can clearly see through your son's singing. ❤️🙏

  • @prince060290
    @prince060290 3 місяці тому +2

    This is what is called singing through heart. You tell us what inside your heart through the song and i really catch your lost feeling. Amazing.

  • @wallacelopes5183
    @wallacelopes5183 Рік тому +13

    Perfect Tongi's🥺

  • @efd711
    @efd711 10 місяців тому +9

    He smiles when she asked him what his dads name was that’s so pure. What love looks like

  • @stevensolano3473
    @stevensolano3473 3 місяці тому +3

    His voice is everything. Made me cry so quickly 😅 very touching and moving

  • @mattkelly2004
    @mattkelly2004 3 місяці тому +1

    Holy Jesus!! This is a POWERFUL song!! WOW

  • @richarddube3290
    @richarddube3290 11 місяців тому +38

    I guarantee this audition caused gallons upon gallons of tears from everybody that listened to it, I know I added to it myself.

    • @SomaGyal
      @SomaGyal 11 місяців тому

      Mine too

  • @andrew72184
    @andrew72184 11 місяців тому +15

    Cried my eyes out. I hope he goes far.

  • @manuelbuhr84
    @manuelbuhr84 2 місяці тому +1

    Big man, your dad is very proud of you!

  • @mrsveazey911
    @mrsveazey911 14 днів тому +2

    My dad passed away in Feb 2022 to cancer this song gets me every time i listen to it. 😢rest in peace daddy

  • @dr1214.
    @dr1214. 6 місяців тому +34

    Still crying a year later! Magnificent Iam Tongi!

  • @sfelix1045
    @sfelix1045 11 місяців тому +11

    OMG what a beautiful voice, song, and moment... I can't stop crying.

  • @lucas-9840
    @lucas-9840 28 днів тому +1

    First time ive shed a genuine tear in sicne i can remember. Wow. 🤯

  • @Madebykiel
    @Madebykiel Рік тому +16

    This song choice and delivery was just beautiful