The Prayer by Anthony Callea of Australian Idol in 2004

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  • @dallinsonnet3490
    @dallinsonnet3490 10 років тому +204

    I watched every season of Australian idol and this was the best performance of the history of the show in my opinion.

    • @RachelXKnight666
      @RachelXKnight666 6 років тому +5

      Dallin Sonnet this and Guy Sebastian singing Climb Every Mountain

    • @oriti3730
      @oriti3730 4 роки тому +5

      Agreed. Moving, passionate, raw emotion. Perfect

    • @Pierre_Nu
      @Pierre_Nu 3 місяці тому +1

      It still brings tears to my eyes. So good

  • @jasonstephensonmeditation
    @jasonstephensonmeditation 4 роки тому +74

    Still has to be one of the greatest live talent contest performances after all these years. Xxx

  • @rawckas
    @rawckas 10 років тому +132

    Perhaps the best moment on Australian tv

  • @RideLikeAnIndianxD
    @RideLikeAnIndianxD 10 років тому +109

    I lost faith in Australian Idol forever the moment Anthony didn't win.
    This is the best version of this song, EVER! Absolutely breath-taking!

    • @aussieboy5
      @aussieboy5 9 років тому +8

      Exactly. Casey who ?

    • @AprilShowers560
      @AprilShowers560 6 років тому +7

      Apart from Guy Sebastian, winning Australian Idol was the death knell for any singer’s career. Where are they all now? Anthony’s had a better career than any of them.

    • @medusax4883
      @medusax4883 4 роки тому +6

      If I remember it correctly, it was the homophobic gp that wouldn't vote for him because of his sexuality.

    • @janelleturpin8064
      @janelleturpin8064 3 роки тому +1

      @@AprilShowers560 Ard you serious? Google Guy Sebastian.

    • @AprilShowers560
      @AprilShowers560 3 роки тому +1

      @@janelleturpin8064 I said apart from Guy.

  • @jo25182518
    @jo25182518 16 років тому +5

    I remember working In Australia in 2004, saw this performance live. Couldnt believe how the audience & myself were so captured by this performance. One of the most memorable performances in Australian Idol. Well done Anthony...

  • @waly93
    @waly93 16 років тому +7

    The best performance to come out of Idol since it began. It was and still is jawdropping and spine tingling. I have heard many of his live performances since of The Prayer which are equally as beautiful if not better, but this one will always hold a special place in our music/tv history books.

  • @noelinesmith6846
    @noelinesmith6846 5 років тому +18

    Fifteen years later and this version is still my favourite. I loved the way Anthony performed this hit. It was recently played for my late Sister at her funeral as it was always her favourite also. Great song and fantastic performer.

  • @karentussler1907
    @karentussler1907 12 років тому +6

    After all these years it still sends chills through me and makes me cry!! Best performance EVER on Idol

  • @ronh6019
    @ronh6019 10 років тому +51

    One of the most memorable moments on TV. What a beautiful rendition of this great song. I get goosebumps at those top notes. Wow.

  • @catherine8599
    @catherine8599 10 місяців тому +1

    AWESOME performance..One of the best I've ever seen...HUGE talent and charisma! Catherine AU

  • @Sambo144
    @Sambo144 11 років тому +27

    This performance is one of the best I've ever seen on any show....period!!!

  • @brigittekenny6599
    @brigittekenny6599 3 роки тому +2

    Still listening in 2021 ,true Aussie,great singer.

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 15 років тому +8

    No matter how many times I hear Anthony sing this absolutely glorious song it still brings tears to my eyes it is so truely beautiful. Anthony's incredably beautiful version of this song is straight from heaven. Thank You newties 21 for posting this glorious video. Thank You Anthony for singing the most beautiful song I have ever heard.

  • @asirian589
    @asirian589 12 років тому +2

    this is best performance on a tv show ever! i love it, nothing on the voice compares to this...

  • @swerveon
    @swerveon 15 років тому +4

    WOW!!! Just a boy from Canada thinking that we've never had a talent like that on Canadian Idol ever! I still cannot believe he did not win?!!
    Absolutely brilliant!

  • @fergcharminx
    @fergcharminx 12 років тому +4

    He was brillant that night..still makes me cry.

  • @becsbuzzin4390
    @becsbuzzin4390 5 років тому +20

    Beautiful...It has taken me 12 years to listen to The Prayer Performed by Anthony Calea without breaking down in tears for my Mother who sadly passed away unexpectedly in 2007. This Performance of the Prayer was my Mother's favourite song and we played it at her funeral Service as we said goodbye to her...Bravo Anthony Calea. Miss her so much.

  • @thebestofvoices
    @thebestofvoices 16 років тому +2

    Seriously! I've seen quite a few Idols and when I think of the best performances, this comes to mind!!

  • @sunkkist
    @sunkkist 10 років тому +29

    He makes time stand still with this performance. Brings tears to my eyes.

  • @patmck2
    @patmck2 10 років тому +9

    I remember this. One of the best. I remember my Mum that night saying "I'm glad I'm taping this" back in the days when VHS was still for recording shows and DVDs started to really become common. It was analog TV back in those days. She watched 'The Prayer' many times, even the next day before the verdict the next night.

  • @MandyDewhurst
    @MandyDewhurst 4 роки тому +6

    Still one of the best and moving performances on TV Anthony. Praying for the rest of 2020

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 15 років тому +6

    I just LOVE everything about Anthony Callea. He has the most amazing heavenly voice I have ever heard he has charisma a wonderful stage presence and is such a humble talented caring beautiful special man. I believe his beauty from inside comes through in his exquisite voice. I listen to this beautiful song and Anthony's voice every day. He brings so much joy into my life with his music. I LOVE him. Thank You Anthony for being you.

  • @BakkiBoo
    @BakkiBoo 11 років тому +5

    THAT was a truly memorable magical moment in television! I remember I had goose-bumps all the way through! AND it STILL gives me Goosebumps! How powerful was THAT!

  • @bonosguitar
    @bonosguitar 14 років тому +2

    this is a 'goosebump' moment that I recount regularly! Lol? an angel singing!! :-)

  • @doogleandalix
    @doogleandalix 16 років тому +4

    I am in the US and happened upon his album on Amazon - his voice is amazing ! I just love it - I hope he makes it big !

  • @BeMyVforever
    @BeMyVforever 11 років тому +20

    Still one of my most favourite performances of all time ever.

  • @18RZZ
    @18RZZ 12 років тому +7

    This is still the best version I've ever heard of this song... Absolutely incredible... I hope your taking notes DELTA!

  • @aileengeddes984
    @aileengeddes984 5 років тому +2

    I watch his video S over and over again.. His just amazing..♓.

  • @stevenheong
    @stevenheong 13 років тому +3

    A very talented man..beautiful song perfectly delivered by him :)

  • @ponderGO
    @ponderGO 17 років тому +1

    I used to have all his live videos from the show up on youtube, he's great. They all got removed, which was unfortunate. But its good to see one up again

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 13 років тому +3

    This absolutely beautiful song sung by Anthony whose exquisite stunning voice is straight from heaven is still the most beautiful song I have ever heard, I have loved Anthony's phenomenal talent ever since I first saw him on Idol & I listen to The Prayer every single day. His mesmerising flawless voice has bought me more muisical pleasure & joy than any other artist ever has. I wish Anthony all the very best with his career & his new single Oh Oh Oh Oh to be released on 7th October & his album.

  • @katherinethomson5274
    @katherinethomson5274 11 років тому +14

    10 years on this version still gives me goose bumps! love it love it love it

  • @tulipchic34
    @tulipchic34 10 років тому +10

    I still love watching this peformance 10 years on.

  • @DeeHong
    @DeeHong 16 років тому +5

    This guy's a perfectionist! i think i've heard oneof his other song!! his voice is just outstanding!!!

  • @thummim
    @thummim 15 років тому +4

    I have watched this so many times over the last couple of years since I first saw him on TV. Still gives me shivers. amazing

  • @leesadee1
    @leesadee1 15 років тому +2

    AMAZING!!! I wil never forget the first time he sang this...... words cant explain how it made me feel. What a voice and what passion :)

  • @anthony1750
    @anthony1750 9 років тому +7

    Such a great version of this song! Amazing and very emotional

  • @waly93
    @waly93 13 років тому +2

    Never get tired of listening to this live performance by Anthony, its a timeless classic. Its great to see he's out there releasing music again, new album out early 2012.

  • @darine3007
    @darine3007 16 років тому +3

    i love him so much! and i hope someday he become an international star!and everybody can see his big talent!! =)

  • @fragrantone
    @fragrantone 15 років тому +1

    No argument from me there. I never again watched Idol after 2004, but am eternally gratefully for it bringing us Anthony.

  • @possumsnest
    @possumsnest 16 років тому +3

    I remember this so well - the highlight of that Idol season. He should have won the series - just an outstanding performance. Bravo.

  • @PinkGuitarWoman
    @PinkGuitarWoman 14 років тому +2

    OMG I still get chills every time I listen to this...bloody brilliant

  • @wookapooka
    @wookapooka 17 років тому +3

    absolutely brilliant!! everytime I hear him sing this I almost cry. Keep it up Anthony, your the best!

  • @leo2873
    @leo2873 15 років тому +2

    I can't believe after all these years hearing his version of this song brings tears to my eyes. So amazingly talented.

  • @danfrost3043
    @danfrost3043 7 років тому +87

    Why isn't this guy representing Australia at Eurovision. He could sing the phone book and still WIN.

    • @Claire-om1cw
      @Claire-om1cw 6 років тому +1

      That's a lovely rendition but there's a massive amount of engineering that's gone into that voice to make it sound as we hear it! Can he sing without all the tools? I genuinely don't know... not being an asshole.

    • @ohlookitschloe6186
      @ohlookitschloe6186 6 років тому +9

      Claire go to his Instagram and you'll see that he can actually sing haha

    • @footyfan101ful
      @footyfan101ful 3 роки тому

      He should!!

    • @ImMattFromAus
      @ImMattFromAus Рік тому

      @@Claire-om1cw What the fuck are you on about?

  • @PozzBox
    @PozzBox 12 років тому +1

    I remember watching this in 2004 with my family, we used to watch every episode of Australian idol back then :')best performance ever.

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 14 років тому +3

    Since the very first time I heard Anthony sing this gorgeous song it has always been my very favourite song ever its so so beautiful. Anthony possesses such purity passion power and intensity when he sings. Its always straight from his heart. This song is as beautiful as Anthony is. His voice is just so stunning and every note is flawless. Thank You Newties for posting this amazing video so we can come and watch and listen to Anthony's heavenly voice.

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 14 років тому +2

    This absolutely magnificent song sung to perfection by the heavenly exquisite voice of Anthony Callea has never lost its magic for me since the very first night I heard it on Idol. I listen to it every day and I still get goosebumps every time I hear it.

  • @babyboylovesmusic
    @babyboylovesmusic 11 років тому +6

    I watch this video and just shake my head as I listen. He is just awesome.

  • @kazuakigabychan8147
    @kazuakigabychan8147 3 роки тому +1

    Anthony is the best! This song belongs to him. Thank you for uploading.

  • @karinswift
    @karinswift 9 років тому +7

    This always brings me to tears. So good. Such a joy.

  • @kariita902
    @kariita902 14 років тому +1

    I love anthony, i love Australia!!!!! the best singer. Amaizing!
    from Chile

  • @wilbwild23
    @wilbwild23 10 років тому +5

    I remember when I was watching this live! Was with my whole family!

  • @jokwatbaboy
    @jokwatbaboy 14 років тому +1

    .i love the way he plays with the song,and also the dynamics ;)

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 15 років тому +3

    I just LOVE comming and listening and watching Anthony sing my very favourite song ever. Every single note is so flawless and powerful and Anthony's heavenly voice shows so much emotion. He really sings in the moment. So absolutely beautiful Anthony you really are a shinning star sent from heaven.

  • @harleyguy5
    @harleyguy5 16 років тому +2

    Still have tears fall to the most amazing performance ever given on any of the Idol shows. This is and will always be Anthonys MOMENT in time, god bless this wonderful talent. :}

  • @waly93
    @waly93 10 років тому +9

    It was the 10 year anniversary of this performance yesterday 3.10.14, absolutely amazing. He sang it last night as a tribute to those ten years at his concert last night at the Enmore Theatre, do a search and you will find it, it was a beautiful moment.

  • @Yajsuab
    @Yajsuab 16 років тому +2

    Wow! What an amazing voice that is, I have goose bumps listening to his song. The purity of his voice is so strong, and he has so much control over his voice. Wow

  • @margaretdb
    @margaretdb 15 років тому +3

    I remember walking into the lounge room just as Anthony started singing in Italian....
    I got a chill down my legs - I was blown away

  • @hotangeltherese
    @hotangeltherese 15 років тому +2

    what a beautiful voice! so strong and lovely to listen to!
    what of the the best live performances i have ever seen!
    :)

  • @MegaSnakeBait
    @MegaSnakeBait 9 років тому +3

    So i work at a kindy and i teach sighn ...tought my kids this song for a Christmas gig....OmG .....tears from the crowd....amazing.....thanks dude x

  • @tteariki330
    @tteariki330 5 років тому +2

    it's so absolutely fantastic listening to you AG singing this song.
    You take this song to the next level. thank you and praise God.

  • @floferguson1031
    @floferguson1031 8 років тому +3

    The best presentation of this song ever!!! ❤️😄👍

    • @Nofiih
      @Nofiih 8 років тому +3

      No, the original with Céline and Andrea is so much better!

    • @jw5003
      @jw5003 8 років тому +1

      +Alexander S Celine is a great singer, but the prayer did not work for her,Andrea was good, the best versions are Anthony and Josh Groban.

    • @morrishutabarat8095
      @morrishutabarat8095 7 років тому

      agree

  • @nonnapat
    @nonnapat 15 років тому +2

    I listen to this outstandingly beautiful song every day I love it so much. Anthony's exquisite heavenly voice is just so so gorgeous. I can't wait for his third album to be released. Anthony is a musical genius.

  • @waly93
    @waly93 16 років тому +5

    Still gives me goosebumps. I'm glad the late Pavarotti was so impressed by his performance.

  • @caznden
    @caznden 4 роки тому +1

    Anthony was my Winner, How could he Not ! FANTASTIC PERFORMANCE !

  • @pageois
    @pageois 12 років тому +4

    THAT, ladies and gentlemen, is a voice.

  • @43385489
    @43385489 17 років тому +1

    people don't know how great anthony is. He's a very talented Melbournian and very humble. Met him once and he just so nice. His voice is sooo beautiful

  • @MrRyanSimpson
    @MrRyanSimpson 10 років тому +56

    Only Aussie Idol person I remember. I recall saying to my wife at the time he sang this live "I think I just came in my pants"...

  • @michaelstrahan2.0
    @michaelstrahan2.0 17 років тому +1

    Phenomenal.. every time I hear it!

  • @jatklzd
    @jatklzd 8 років тому +6

    this still gives me goosebumps

  • @Baybeebear82
    @Baybeebear82 16 років тому +1

    HOLY COW! That guy is frickin amazing! My goosebumps got goosebumps! Crap I wish he could come to the States and sing on our idol...blow our kids away! WOOT! GJ Anthony!

  • @ForceDelirium
    @ForceDelirium 13 років тому +3

    his vocal range is amazing! THAT is the voice of an angel :)

  • @AussyAngelx
    @AussyAngelx 12 років тому +1

    Years later and I still remember watching this performance on TV...

  • @Staffo1992
    @Staffo1992 8 років тому +9

    I pray you'll be our eyes, and watch us where we go
    And help us to be wise in times when we don't know
    Let this be our prayer, when we lose our way
    Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace
    Give us faith so we'll be safe
    La luce che tu dai
    Nel cuore restera
    A ricordarci che
    L'eterna stella sei
    Nella mia preghiera
    Quanta fede c'e'
    Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace
    Give us faith so we'll be safe
    Sogniamo un mondo senza piu violenza
    Un mondo di giustizia e di speranza
    Ogniuno dia la mano al suo vicino
    Simbolo di pace, di fraternita
    La forza che ci dai
    We ask that life be kind
    And watch us from above
    And hope each soul will find
    Another soul to love
    Let this be our prayer
    Just like every child
    E la fede che
    Hai acceso in noi
    Sento che ci salvera'

    • @ThatRandomChannelTRC
      @ThatRandomChannelTRC 6 років тому

      Hate when ppl repeat the lyrics. Like seriously are u that bored?

  • @Mattsharky5
    @Mattsharky5 16 років тому +2

    This song has been my favourite song ever since the very first time I ever heard it and still is. It gives me goosebumps and shivers at the sheer beauty in Anthony's heavenly voice. I just love it.

  • @TomatoBasil23
    @TomatoBasil23 12 років тому +4

    I'd have this as #1 on my list of best performances on australian tv singing contests. #2 would be guy sebastian's rendition of climb every mountain in 2003.

  • @waly93
    @waly93 13 років тому +2

    Just beautiful, even after all these years & hearing him sing this many times I still get goosebumps watching this video.

  • @johnkeogh6481
    @johnkeogh6481 9 років тому +8

    my name is sarah keogh I love anthony callea his voice is so touching I can t believe how good he is I did voting him I wish he could won it instead casey donvan

  • @divagab
    @divagab 17 років тому +1

    what an amazing performance from a young guy with true grit. Took up the challenge and WON!!
    Many blessing to Anthony for giving us this fabulous moment in music
    Gab x

  • @cocoidiea8643
    @cocoidiea8643 6 років тому +3

    I was just watching an awesome singer singing this as a duet with himself in the high and low register. He had great technical skill but did not give me goosebumps like Anthony does in this version.

  • @Ryoka1
    @Ryoka1 9 років тому +3

    After hearing Anthony Callea sing this, this became a staple in my karaoke sessions :>

  • @miadiamond1973
    @miadiamond1973 10 років тому +9

    I got to see him and he gave me a signed CD

  • @patriciaselwyn799
    @patriciaselwyn799 6 місяців тому

    17 years has passed, I still get goosebumps when listening to this awesome performance! God bless you Anthony!

  • @manfromtampa
    @manfromtampa 17 років тому +7

    When he sings "A Prayer", chills run all over me. And my eye's are moist. His voice is of an Angle.

  • @paspax
    @paspax 16 років тому

    I live in Australia but I've never heard this guy sing.
    What an amazing voice. I hope he goes far.

  • @davidpo5517
    @davidpo5517 9 років тому +22

    A great example of a baritone that can saaaang!

  • @ISTABGLOF39
    @ISTABGLOF39 9 років тому +8

    I agree with David Ryan - this is the best version ever of the Prayer - bring back your gift

  • @jasperana12
    @jasperana12 11 років тому +2

    This is my fav Idol performance ever. Beats any Idol in the world. Good 2 see your still making your career.

  • @madisongreenwood7293
    @madisongreenwood7293 8 років тому +9

    wow he's so good wtf

  • @MrGibby1446
    @MrGibby1446 12 років тому +1

    Well sung, Anthony! You have such a beautiful and powerful voice. I could listen to you sing 'The Prayer' all day long!

  • @xcoachkim
    @xcoachkim 12 років тому +3

    I prefer this performance to his actual song/video for it. Is that wrong lol.

  • @Dreama40
    @Dreama40 13 років тому +1

    I feel so proud of him everytime i watch this, i was in the audience that night and it sent shivers up my spine....

  • @jamesloosz
    @jamesloosz 12 років тому +4

    He really did set the bar with this one performance, ever since then i kinda lost interest in the show because no one could compare to this one song.

  • @MundaneMuser
    @MundaneMuser 2 місяці тому

    One of the best highlights of Australian Idol 2024. It was a real surprise.

  • @benrossi1871
    @benrossi1871 10 років тому +15

    When talent shows were about talent and not who has the saddest story. I believe the media came to an end in 2008. Shit went fucked after that

    • @heatherforward4376
      @heatherforward4376 10 років тому +4

      Pretty spot on. Couldn't stand all the hard-luck stories on the Voice. Drove me away.

    • @aussieboy5
      @aussieboy5 9 років тому +2

      Heather Forward After the sympathy votes. Often works unfortunately.

    • @jw5003
      @jw5003 8 років тому

      Heather Forward hhgt

  • @elleg18
    @elleg18 17 років тому +1

    what a truly amazing anthony is! never though i could become so hooked on his songs!!! sensational voice :)

  • @davidryan4839
    @davidryan4839 9 років тому +3

    Anthony where are you...Put your shit back together and get back on the stage... You were born with a gift your mission is that (GIFT) ENLIGHTENMENT Matey...Please

    • @MsForwardthinker
      @MsForwardthinker 9 років тому +1

      +David Ryan I was at one of his 3 concerts a few weeks ago. All full houses. Where were you?

    • @MsForwardthinker
      @MsForwardthinker 9 років тому +3

      +one2teen And we are loving seeing him on the show. Vote Anthony "I'm a celebrity get me out of here"

  • @irisgg3822
    @irisgg3822 16 років тому +1

    i agree.. the defining aus idol moment for me!
    i absolutely fell in love with anthony and this song bcos of this perf

  • @daisyissexy
    @daisyissexy 14 років тому +2

    i ave shivers when listening to dis hw amazing is anthony still cant believe dat he didnt win dis serioulsy
    he is incrediable n total gorgeous
    xxx