@@vocalsvideos458 after exiting* (and entering back), sorry, my dyslexia gets the best of me every time, ehe. What I am referring is that when he finished the main performance he actually kept performing while still in character (tooth cleaning thing/saluting in respect to the orchestra director for the coordinated successful delivery of the number/the camaraderie display of playfulness between artists when he touched the bald spot of one of the orchestra's musicians/ and then coming back to stage just for the crowd STILL on character very comfortably). The original Disney classic song and this performance are both so short yet extremely loaded with carefully and masterful crafted mannerisms and hints, that refer their inspiration sources so brilliantly that it shows just how much this performer in particular prepared for it, to the point of allowing himself to make use of otherwise almost always just common dead stage time in between number's transitions efficiently just for the public's pleasure after such an experience delivered. Just... too good, thank Poseidon it was recorder nicely as it was for future enjoy
@@gabrielsyme4180 no one is saying that. The comment called him that becuase that's how Ursula is supposed to be. They're not saying that all drag queens are like that. Drag Queens are usually guys in makeup and costumes putting on a show, performers. They aren't evil witches trying to turn your children gay, beucase firstly, drag shows are usually for adults so no children are gonna be there. If there is kids there, that's the parents fault and not the drag queen. The only time kids would interact with drag Queens is in drag queen story hours at libraries or something, which is them acting kid friendly and reading them books. Nothing more. Second, you can't turn gay, just like you can't turn straight. Also, if you don't mind women in fancy costumes and makeup why is men in the same costumes in makeup suddenly wrong?
I don't know how everyone in the audience is not watching this perfomance with a big goofy grin on their faces! This man is bringing The Little Mermaid to life right before your eyes! What a joy to behold! You can tell from the very first evil laugh that this was gonna be good!
It's probably one of the best interpretations ever. Perfect voice, body language, attitude, everything. And the orchestra, is divine. Such an amazing performance.
@@nero_Secre1 the pronoun is based on gender identity, not sexual orientation. So if he is gay, he is still a he, because being gay is a sexual orientation.
He's done a lot of American and Germanic (mostly in Germany) musicals. He's great here, he also did a great job as Armand in Lestat (also understudied Lestat) and Quasimodo in Der Glöckner von Notre Dame. His least suited role, I think, was Count Krolock in Tanz der Vampire (Dance of the Vampires -- just really needs a baritone or darker tenor). Fantastic actor, but quite a light voice for some roles he's been cast in.
@@anwynoakenshield really? I don't like his Krolock or Dracula for the same reason: to light a timbre, they really need a darker color. Love him as Armand and Lestat, though! Edit: Mark Seibert is the only tenor I've heard really pull off Krolock. His vocal color is probably the lightest I would go for that role. Even then, I'm not sure he could do Drac.
@@IngenuousSoprano Yeah, a lot of folks like baritones for Krolock, but Drew is my favorite. Though Steve was amazing and Ivan is great as well. I like Drew's Armand but not so much his Lestat.
I love absolutely everything about this performance. I will highlight the things that I like: 0:50 The quick camera turnaround, followed by a sinister laugh reminiscent of Ursula. Perfect intro to start the song with because it instantly sets the mood. It's like she couldn't help but laugh at the thought of how she was about to manipulate Ariel into getting what she wanted. 0:56 "I admit that in the past I've been a nasty," and "They weren't kidding when they called me, well, a witch." Love this part of the song in general, but she executed it very well. 1:08 The fanboy who sees his childhood hero come to life. 1:30 The fangirl smiles in agreement when she hears that she and others have been called pathetic. 1:42 I love how sassy "YES INDEEDDD!" sounds. 3:06 When she turns her head and says "JUST YOUR VOICE," it looks and sounds so evil. It's almost as if the real Ursula got revealed for a second. 3:30 Perfect ending. 3:55 I take that back, this is the perfect ending. This is now my favorite version of this song. Even better than the original.
@@MeryKeit Drag is a type of performance art. Those who drag are putting on a character, and the pronouns I used are a part of that character. You also gave yourself a thumbs up, as I instantly saw your post after you posted it, good for you.
@@Ventiskie In any case, he is a man and queen refers to a female entity. The pronoun "she" describes the actor as indicated by the word "executed", so "he" is more appropriate. Do your research. He is a married man so he identifies himself as straight. Instead of admitting your mistake, you justify it with stupidity. Also, I can see that you are into baseless assumptions. Just because MeryKeit has few thumbs up doesn't mean it is a self thumbs up. You just wanted to sound smart but you are way dumber than a stump.
Drew Sarich is so versatile, sparkling, spontanous and emotional - always a fascination for my fortunate musical soul since Hunchback in Berlin. He always surprises me totally by being this extra talented. And I like him for being such a nice person. Thank you for sharing
I had the great pleasure to work 26 days with Drew in Germany. Amazing singer, musician and performer !!! And very down to earth guy ! Thank you Drew ❣
So many versions of this, including in the Broadway version of TLM, don't really get what imo makes this character compelling - that yeah, it's 'problematic' for lack of a better word, but Ursula NEEDS to read some form of fat or queer or older, or all three, and absolutely SLAY in being those things while also being sinister and clever. That's what makes her awesome. Bringing it back to drag with this performance nails it. I didn't even realize Drew Sarich isn't a regular drag performer until I looked up his other work, he has the perfect energy here.
@@benjaminfoster7560 she's a wonderfully talented performer and she did a different version of the character that worked well for her and matched the way the Broadway show was written. But that character never felt like Ursula to me, it felt like someone else. That was my problem with a lot of the Broadway version though, all of those performers are amazing but it never felt like The Little Mermaid to me, even a reimagined version.
ua-cam.com/video/zGN2FGtBzh8/v-deo.html tbh I think Rachel bloom did a great job here, it's a little bit less serious but annoyed customer service middle schooler fits Ursula perfectly.... she's been serving these poor unfortunate souls for millennia and has a real mean streak synonymous with a middle schooler 😂
@@tweetybaby1100 oh I LOVE this, I'm thinking of this version as Ursula's bratty niece. (And then I realized that Ursula's already got a bratty niece, she's got seven of them. This one just joined the wrong family business, I guess.)
This song was and still is one of my favorite numbers since The Little Mermaid came out in 1989. I was a kid and even though I was fascinated by the octopus witch Ursula, I felt there is something quite not right, something missing? or something awkward about the character. Now I have realized. Ursula shouldn't have been just a female witch. It just doesn't add up. This clip made everything right and perfect. It brought out the hidden layer of the witch. This is my perfect Ursula. Thank you!
The head movements of the flute player at 0:14 are great. I miss playing in a big ensemble. Getting swept away while being _part_ of the music is amazing.
😮 THAT ENDING!!! Oh my god that was absolutely AMAZING. Did not see that coming at all. That octave jump & my body erupted in goosebumps Fabulous Fantastic Fierce Wow 😮 🤩
That's what I call entertainment! Every single word sung gets meaning. That is a wonderful mix of virtuoso and storyteller all musicals should have. What a great performance!
@@silverthornonthesilverthro2710 yes, of course. But Drew Sarich is neither gay or a drag queen. I suspect OP was refering to Drew as "she" in a kindly way, trying not to asume his/her gender. This is nice from OP, but unnecesarily in this case.
This was composed by Alan Menken and at this concert orchestrated by Michael Kosarin, who has arranged basically all of Alan Menkens work on the animated movies and many Broadway Adaptions together with him. They have been working together for 30 years now and it really shows here! Of course, the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra is internationally reknown for being awesome aswell. :)
@@yannick25 The original orchestrations, much of which survive into this arrangement, were done by Thomas Pasatieri. In contrast to Kosarin and Menken's incredible partnership, Menken and Pasatieri never collaborated again after Little Mermaid.
It's the outfit, boots, and platinum hair that did it for me! Honorable Mention: 1. "'Cept your voice!" in major gruff; 2. "Soooooulll!!!" in the rafters! 👌🏾
I'm obsessed with this performance. I come back again and again to watch him sing this. This song was written for Drew Sarich and Drew Sarich was born to sing this song. Literally goosebumps. Literal chills.
I admit that in the past I've been a nasty They weren't kidding when they called me, well, a witch But you'll find that nowadays I've mended all my ways Repented, seen the light, and made a switch To this True? Yes. And I fortunately know a little magic It's a talent that I always have possessed And dear lady, please don't laugh I use it on behalf Of the miserable, the lonely, and depressed (pathetic) Poor unfortunate souls In pain, in need This one longing to be thinner That one wants to get the girl And do I help them? Yes, indeed Those poor unfortunate souls So sad, so true They come flocking to my cauldron Crying, "Spells, Ursula, please!" And I help them! Yes I do Now it's happened once or twice Someone couldn't pay the price And I'm afraid I had to rake 'em 'cross the coals Yes I've had the odd complaint But on the whole I've been a saint To those poor unfortunate souls You'll have your looks, your pretty face. And don't underestimate the importance of body language, ha! The men up there don't like a lot of blabber They think a girl who gossips is a bore! Yet on land it's much prefered for ladies not to say a word And after all dear, what is idle babble for? Come on, they're not all that impressed with conversation True gentlemen avoid it when they can But they dote and swoon and fawn On a lady who's withdrawn It's she who holds her tongue who get's a man Come on you poor unfortunate soul Go ahead! Make your choice! I'm a very busy woman and I haven't got all day It won't cost much Just your voice! You poor unfortunate soul It's sad but true If you want to cross the bridge, my sweet You've got the pay the toll Take a gulp and take a breath And go ahead and sign the scroll Flotsam, Jetsam, now I've got her, boys The boss is on a roll This poor unfortunate soul
HOLY SHIT! I love this man so much and hearing him sing in English (despite it being his native language) is such an interesting and wonderful experience! He's amazing and he would be such a fantastic Ursula on stage!
absolutely FABULOUS performance . Drew Sarich and the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra -hats off to you. Truly captured the true essence of Ursula. I cant stop smiling at this!
I am sure that Howard Ashman was smiling down from Heaven that evening. Well done, Mr. Sarich. You did Howard's lyrics justice. Gosh, how I love all the songs Howard and Alan wrote together for Disney. How lucky to have grown up with these riches!
there sure have been many performances of this song over the years, but none did it justice like this one. he lives the character, you can tell. perfection! ursula always has been and always will be a drag queen.
Im obsessed with this version. That "yasss" and "just your voice" was just perfection
nailed it! As amazing as the original.
+ "Yass Indeed!"
like SHOULD BE URSULA in the Movies 😍😍😍
Same here😂 obsessed😊
"JUST YOUR VOICE"...
The orchestra at the beginning also deserve a shout-out.
They hardly ever get the recognition they deserve!
@@pamelawilliams3144 My nasty magic is used it on behalf of the miserable, lonely and depressed.😇 I'll pay the toll for the poor unfortunate souls.
Fue la mejor parte ❤
Oboe/Basoon section super underrated
Yeah but they drowned the vocals out towards the end making the lyrics impossible to decipher for someone who doesn’t already know them
The fact that he kept on character the whole time even after entering is SOOOO perfect!
Wdym with after entering?
@@vocalsvideos458 after exiting* (and entering back), sorry, my dyslexia gets the best of me every time, ehe.
What I am referring is that when he finished the main performance he actually kept performing while still in character (tooth cleaning thing/saluting in respect to the orchestra director for the coordinated successful delivery of the number/the camaraderie display of playfulness between artists when he touched the bald spot of one of the orchestra's musicians/ and then coming back to stage just for the crowd STILL on character very comfortably). The original Disney classic song and this performance are both so short yet extremely loaded with carefully and masterful crafted mannerisms and hints, that refer their inspiration sources so brilliantly that it shows just how much this performer in particular prepared for it, to the point of allowing himself to make use of otherwise almost always just common dead stage time in between number's transitions efficiently just for the public's pleasure after such an experience delivered. Just... too good, thank Poseidon it was recorder nicely as it was for future enjoy
@@FelixMomentvm U'r so right!
They teach performers to STAY in character until your public can't see you anymore. That's like first rule of performing.
He’s not acting.
He spends his life grooming children into transsexualism and permanent surgical body mutilations.
And society applauds it.
Saw this on IG and I didn't run, I sprinted here!
Me too!
Same ! It’s fabulous isn’t it?
Damn near set fire to concrete with how quickly i raced here from IG😂
I did too! I'm obsessed!
Me too
The lady at 1:33 is like "OMG they called me pathetic! Such an honour! Yay!" Absolutely puppy-eyed and I am living for it
He’s brilliant can’t stop watching him bravo ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
ALso I get Kristin Chenoweth vibes, with the vein in the middle of her front also!
@@mikakui don't know about her but Bradley Cooper is definitely in there
If he were to call me pathetic while singing that song, I would also fell honor too 😂
i felt her giggling and kicking her feet in her mind
It's weird. Sometimes the Algorithm gives you crud and, other times, it gives you gifts like this. This is a GREAT performance.
Drew Sarich bringing Ursula back to the drag queen roots that inspired the design and character is just absolutely divine!
Devine. I get it lol
Divine indeed!
Drag queens are an expression of other influences in the first place! You’ve made it circular.
I see what you did there 😏
Punny!!
"How many times have you replayed the laugh part?"
"Yes."
its been a yaer and ive been re watching this in between for some good fun singing.... just soooo good...
35 times... So far....💙💛❤️
True… yaaaas…
77x😅
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Biblically accurate Ursula.
No. Too strong with the American accent in parts. Lacked the strength.
Fr why did she not do Ursula's accent @@Johnny.5.Is.Alive.
@@Johnny.5.Is.Alive.No ursula was heavily inspired by drag performers and this singer fits the bill
03:06 "Won't cost much: just your voice!!!" Priceless!
right?! I got goosebumps
Funny how I read this exactly at that part in the song 😂😊
yes ( your freedom of speach ) in real life😢😢 if you know what i mean..😮
Wow! One of the few people performing this song that captures the essence of the original. Pat Carrol done proud! 😍😍
Check out this performance then! ua-cam.com/video/HB-tX827vw4/v-deo.html
Both Pat Carrol and Divine!!
1:15 The fact that Drew sang this in front of Alan Menken!
Yeah I hope that Menken collaborates with him, Drew's amazing.
The charisma and ominous temptation is pure Ursula. Well done Drew.
Progressives demand kids be exposed to “ominous temptation” by drag queens.
@@gabrielsyme4180 no one is saying that. The comment called him that becuase that's how Ursula is supposed to be. They're not saying that all drag queens are like that. Drag Queens are usually guys in makeup and costumes putting on a show, performers. They aren't evil witches trying to turn your children gay, beucase firstly, drag shows are usually for adults so no children are gonna be there. If there is kids there, that's the parents fault and not the drag queen. The only time kids would interact with drag Queens is in drag queen story hours at libraries or something, which is them acting kid friendly and reading them books. Nothing more. Second, you can't turn gay, just like you can't turn straight. Also, if you don't mind women in fancy costumes and makeup why is men in the same costumes in makeup suddenly wrong?
That "Just your voice." Just saved my life.
3:55 OMG JWJSJSJSJKS THE TICKLE IN THE BALD PIANIST'S HEAD GOT ME DYING
I don't know how everyone in the audience is not watching this perfomance with a big goofy grin on their faces! This man is bringing The Little Mermaid to life right before your eyes! What a joy to behold! You can tell from the very first evil laugh that this was gonna be good!
It seems to me that they ARE having a big groofy grin 😂 Check again
AGree...:()
Probably from shock and admire
本当！最初の笑い声からして完璧にアスラー💯💮
that, or just jaw dropped XD like the lady at 3:27
This is perfection! He got the essence of Ursula. Those small nuances he did was soooo good. Plus his voice is amazing.
It's probably one of the best interpretations ever. Perfect voice, body language, attitude, everything. And the orchestra, is divine. Such an amazing performance.
最初の笑い声、十時を切るところ、最後に口の横を拭うとこ、ピアニストの頭をこちょこちょする所、最後に投げキッスするところ、ボディランゲージの後のハッ！って嘲る所、もう全部好き！この方既婚してると聞いたからゲイじゃなくて演技って事なんだよね？完璧で魅了される。もう何回も見に来てる❤好きすぎる！！！
KSJSKSJSKS YES! I WAS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO NOTICED THE TICKE IN IS HEAD
わかります！この人来日したら観に行きたい！
一語一句に激しく同意。胸熱すぎる
the "yeah I do" is soooo surprisingly adorable
He completely embodied the character, the change in tone when he says “just your voice” was AMAZING
the two guys @01:08 and the lady at @01:31 in the audience truly appreciate this performance. I love their reaction!
The lady was "Missy May" an Austrian singer! ua-cam.com/video/wBuxt08SV88/v-deo.html&start_radio=1
Who are they?
the woman's reaction was so cute
Bradley Cooper@@eliyah4287
@@eliyah4287I mean...kind of looks like Bradley Cooper and Katie Couric, respectively. Doesn't it?
The "just your voice" was perfection!
THE FIRST GUY ABSOLUTELY FELL IN LOVE
His dress is fabulous! He truly sang it like the classic original. I love his expression when he was finished
😉💅🏼
The SASS of it all!!! I just love his/her confidence. One of the best live performances of this song. Hands down.
He's a him. Drew Sarich. He does musical theater - mostly in Austria.
*he
i think he is actually gay so she
not bring rude
@@nero_Secre1 the pronoun is based on gender identity, not sexual orientation. So if he is gay, he is still a he, because being gay is a sexual orientation.
I've never heard of this man, but wow. And the power in that voice is amazing ..
He's done a lot of American and Germanic (mostly in Germany) musicals. He's great here, he also did a great job as Armand in Lestat (also understudied Lestat) and Quasimodo in Der Glöckner von Notre Dame. His least suited role, I think, was Count Krolock in Tanz der Vampire (Dance of the Vampires -- just really needs a baritone or darker tenor). Fantastic actor, but quite a light voice for some roles he's been cast in.
@@IngenuousSoprano I love his Krolock, and his Judas as well. Not keen on his Dracula, though.
@@anwynoakenshield really? I don't like his Krolock or Dracula for the same reason: to light a timbre, they really need a darker color.
Love him as Armand and Lestat, though!
Edit: Mark Seibert is the only tenor I've heard really pull off Krolock. His vocal color is probably the lightest I would go for that role. Even then, I'm not sure he could do Drac.
@@IngenuousSoprano Yeah, a lot of folks like baritones for Krolock, but Drew is my favorite. Though Steve was amazing and Ivan is great as well.
I like Drew's Armand but not so much his Lestat.
@@anwynoakenshield He was the sexiest Graf .He turned vampire parody into pure emotion.And he is a perfectionist Virgo , like myself.❤
that snigger in the beginning... just. perfection.
Literally step on me. It hasn't lost its spark after watching it 500 times.
Shivers!! I got such shivers! That was amazing!
I love absolutely everything about this performance. I will highlight the things that I like:
0:50 The quick camera turnaround, followed by a sinister laugh reminiscent of Ursula. Perfect intro to start the song with because it instantly sets the mood.
It's like she couldn't help but laugh at the thought of how she was about to manipulate Ariel into getting what she wanted.
0:56 "I admit that in the past I've been a nasty," and "They weren't kidding when they called me, well, a witch." Love this part of the song in general, but she executed it very well.
1:08 The fanboy who sees his childhood hero come to life.
1:30 The fangirl smiles in agreement when she hears that she and others have been called pathetic.
1:42 I love how sassy "YES INDEEDDD!" sounds.
3:06 When she turns her head and says "JUST YOUR VOICE," it looks and sounds so evil. It's almost as if the real Ursula got revealed for a second.
3:30 Perfect ending.
3:55 I take that back, this is the perfect ending.
This is now my favorite version of this song. Even better than the original.
OMG the 1:30 part so true :D
*he…he’s an actor, not a drag queen
@@MeryKeit Drag is a type of performance art. Those who drag are putting on a character, and the pronouns I used are a part of that character. You also gave yourself a thumbs up, as I instantly saw your post after you posted it, good for you.
@@Ventiskie I cant agree more with that tickling of the head XD
@@Ventiskie In any case, he is a man and queen refers to a female entity. The pronoun "she" describes the actor as indicated by the word "executed", so "he" is more appropriate. Do your research. He is a married man so he identifies himself as straight. Instead of admitting your mistake, you justify it with stupidity. Also, I can see that you are into baseless assumptions. Just because MeryKeit has few thumbs up doesn't mean it is a self thumbs up. You just wanted to sound smart but you are way dumber than a stump.
this is what the 2023 movie needed
Drew Sarich is so versatile, sparkling, spontanous and emotional - always a fascination for my fortunate musical soul since Hunchback in Berlin. He always surprises me totally by being this extra talented. And I like him for being such a nice person. Thank you for sharing
when someone BECOMES their performance its very breathtaking. every second of this was just that. GREAT performance.
I had the great pleasure to work 26 days with Drew in Germany.
Amazing singer, musician and performer !!!
And very down to earth guy !
Thank you Drew ❣
Drew Sarich just literally nailed the Ursula role with both the drag outfit and that powerful voice! Bravo Drew! 👏👏👏❤❤❤❤❤
비행기에서 1시간이 넘는 이 공연울 다봤는데 이것만 생각나요! 최고!
He's absolutely slaying the look and performance
So many versions of this, including in the Broadway version of TLM, don't really get what imo makes this character compelling - that yeah, it's 'problematic' for lack of a better word, but Ursula NEEDS to read some form of fat or queer or older, or all three, and absolutely SLAY in being those things while also being sinister and clever. That's what makes her awesome. Bringing it back to drag with this performance nails it. I didn't even realize Drew Sarich isn't a regular drag performer until I looked up his other work, he has the perfect energy here.
I completely disagree, Sherie Rene Scott performed the role wonderfully and didn’t have to be fat or gay.
@@benjaminfoster7560 she's a wonderfully talented performer and she did a different version of the character that worked well for her and matched the way the Broadway show was written. But that character never felt like Ursula to me, it felt like someone else. That was my problem with a lot of the Broadway version though, all of those performers are amazing but it never felt like The Little Mermaid to me, even a reimagined version.
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tbh I think Rachel bloom did a great job here, it's a little bit less serious but annoyed customer service middle schooler fits Ursula perfectly.... she's been serving these poor unfortunate souls for millennia and has a real mean streak synonymous with a middle schooler 😂
@@tweetybaby1100 oh I LOVE this, I'm thinking of this version as Ursula's bratty niece. (And then I realized that Ursula's already got a bratty niece, she's got seven of them. This one just joined the wrong family business, I guess.)
He is one of the best Musical perfomers imo
HE ATE THAT
The outfit, the makeup, the stage presence and the voice!! This is how you deliver a performance 🎉🎉🎉
So far the best cover I've seen...searched for other Drew Sarich singing video, how can he own such an amazing vocal range!
His "Judas" is amazing. I also like his Krolock in "Tanz Der Vampire".
I was losing my mind at this performance. He was so good!
This song was and still is one of my favorite numbers since The Little Mermaid came out in 1989. I was a kid and even though I was fascinated by the octopus witch Ursula, I felt there is something quite not right, something missing? or something awkward about the character. Now I have realized. Ursula shouldn't have been just a female witch. It just doesn't add up. This clip made everything right and perfect. It brought out the hidden layer of the witch. This is my perfect Ursula. Thank you!
IIRC her look was based on the drag performer Divine, so it definitely makes more sense for her to be played by a drag performer
What a voice control, wow this was entertaining and darn good! love his singing!
This is the best incarnation I HAVE EVER SEEN. I can’t stop watching it. Everything is perfect. Thank you !
The head movements of the flute player at 0:14 are great.
I miss playing in a big ensemble. Getting swept away while being _part_ of the music is amazing.
This is the best cover performance of Poor Unfortunate Souls I've ever heard.
So good! I've been a fan of Drew for at least 15 years and yet he always surprises me. This was amazing and he absolutely killed it.
this crowd didn't deserve Drew. Wow that performance was surreal! Those nuances, the sass, the intention on every lyric. AMAZING!!!
They are in a theatre. You are not supposed to make any sound in a theatre. It is a rule
I mean he got the loudest ovations that evening - they definitely appreciated that performance.
Viewers showed the appreciation very well by buying expensive concert tickets. It's already more than enough
@@zenitsuseventhformand escorted out of the building for being tacky.
@@hewpme Loved that response! 😁
Giving SO much character and still being SO clean. Absurdly good!
its been a week since I found this and I'm not lying when I say I watch it at least 2 times a day! and still get Goosebumps
Same here! I can’t help watching it everyday❤
😮 THAT ENDING!!!
Oh my god that was absolutely AMAZING. Did not see that coming at all. That octave jump & my body erupted in goosebumps
Fabulous Fantastic Fierce
Wow 😮 🤩
That's what I call entertainment! Every single word sung gets meaning. That is a wonderful mix of virtuoso and storyteller all musicals should have. What a great performance!
The voice, the emotion, the SASS!! I'm in love with this performance
Such a wonderful actor as well as a wonderful singer! Would love to see him in a musical.
Damn. I got shivers. I love her dress, she hit the part and the attitude was the best.
He needed a back to it - and sleeves.
Don't be affraid to call him a man. He is a man. He identifies as a man. He is married to the also fantastic actress Ann Mandrella
@@mikaku He's my favorite Krolock (Tanz der Vampire). But he's also great in "Rudolf Affaire Mayerling".
@@mikaku you.. you realize gay people, and drag queens especially, call eachother she and girl all the time, right?
@@silverthornonthesilverthro2710 yes, of course. But Drew Sarich is neither gay or a drag queen. I suspect OP was refering to Drew as "she" in a kindly way, trying not to asume his/her gender. This is nice from OP, but unnecesarily in this case.
Drew Sarich deserves more recognition, he is so versatile and emotional ❤
1:32 - That audience member. That would be me. Drew absolutely NAILED this.
Drew is absolutely brilliant, the way he sings what a voice 💕💕
Far and away the very BEST version of this song. I'm addicted, keep watching it over again 😁🤣
Does anyone know who orchestrated this? Oh my jeez it's glorious.
This was composed by Alan Menken and at this concert orchestrated by Michael Kosarin, who has arranged basically all of Alan Menkens work on the animated movies and many Broadway Adaptions together with him. They have been working together for 30 years now and it really shows here! Of course, the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra is internationally reknown for being awesome aswell. :)
❤️
MY INITIALLLL THOUGHTSSSSSSS
@@yannick25 The original orchestrations, much of which survive into this arrangement, were done by Thomas Pasatieri. In contrast to Kosarin and Menken's incredible partnership, Menken and Pasatieri never collaborated again after Little Mermaid.
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It's the outfit, boots, and platinum hair that did it for me!
Honorable Mention: 1. "'Cept your voice!" in major gruff; 2. "Soooooulll!!!" in the rafters! 👌🏾
this is who should have been cast for little mermaid live as the sea witch, perfect voice, perfect acting a song and just perfect.
I really loved this! I was even listening to this when I was in labour 😅 it really helped me fighting away the pain
I'm obsessed with this performance. I come back again and again to watch him sing this. This song was written for Drew Sarich and Drew Sarich was born to sing this song. Literally goosebumps. Literal chills.
3:34 sing it with me.. "welcome misure, sit yourself down, meet the best in keeper in town"....
OMG I have watched it thousand times and still not tired of it! Drew is amazing!
Oh my God I am obsessed with this performance. I cannot watch it just once. Drew Sarich, thank you so much.
これぞアーティスト。歌から仕草から会場の雰囲気まで操り演じきる、これぞプロのパフォーマンス✨生で聴いてみたい…
This deserves a standing ovation.
I admit that in the past I've been a nasty
They weren't kidding when they called me, well, a witch
But you'll find that nowadays
I've mended all my ways
Repented, seen the light, and made a switch
To this
True? Yes.
And I fortunately know a little magic
It's a talent that I always have possessed
And dear lady, please don't laugh
I use it on behalf
Of the miserable, the lonely, and depressed (pathetic)
Poor unfortunate souls
In pain, in need
This one longing to be thinner
That one wants to get the girl
And do I help them?
Yes, indeed
Those poor unfortunate souls
So sad, so true
They come flocking to my cauldron
Crying, "Spells, Ursula, please!"
And I help them!
Yes I do
Now it's happened once or twice
Someone couldn't pay the price
And I'm afraid I had to rake 'em 'cross the coals
Yes I've had the odd complaint
But on the whole I've been a saint
To those poor unfortunate souls
You'll have your looks, your pretty face.
And don't underestimate the importance of body language, ha!
The men up there don't like a lot of blabber
They think a girl who gossips is a bore!
Yet on land it's much prefered for ladies not to say a word
And after all dear, what is idle babble for?
Come on, they're not all that impressed with conversation
True gentlemen avoid it when they can
But they dote and swoon and fawn
On a lady who's withdrawn
It's she who holds her tongue who get's a man
Come on you poor unfortunate soul
Go ahead!
Make your choice!
I'm a very busy woman and I haven't got all day
It won't cost much
Just your voice!
You poor unfortunate soul
It's sad but true
If you want to cross the bridge, my sweet
You've got the pay the toll
Take a gulp and take a breath
And go ahead and sign the scroll
Flotsam, Jetsam, now I've got her, boys
The boss is on a roll
This poor unfortunate soul
Thank you so much ❤
Thank you!!!!!
Quite a voice! Quite a TALENT!
Total respect to Drew Sarich
Thanks for sharing this performance.
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
HOLY SHIT! I love this man so much and hearing him sing in English (despite it being his native language) is such an interesting and wonderful experience! He's amazing and he would be such a fantastic Ursula on stage!
Born in 1986, grew up with the animated version..... KILLED IT
absolutely FABULOUS performance . Drew Sarich and the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra -hats off to you. Truly captured the true essence of Ursula. I cant stop smiling at this!
That voice is just perfection. This performance is a masterpiece
I am sure that Howard Ashman was smiling down from Heaven that evening. Well done, Mr. Sarich. You did Howard's lyrics justice. Gosh, how I love all the songs Howard and Alan wrote together for Disney. How lucky to have grown up with these riches!
keep watching it over and over. the WHOLE PERFORMANCE is PURE GOLD.
He is the best Ursula i’ve ever seen… Bravooooo
I cant count how many times ive watched this performance. Drew and the Orchestra did an amazing job on this. Deserved a standing ovation 👏👏👏
This was not on my 2022 bingo card. Drew is always such a joy to watch.
This really deserves a standing ovation!!!! 😍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
THIS IS MY FAVE VERSION SO FAR!!! She gives me a villain ambiance and the spirit of URSULA is baaaackkkkk! I REALYYY LOVE IT!
there sure have been many performances of this song over the years, but none did it justice like this one.
he lives the character, you can tell. perfection!
ursula always has been and always will be a drag queen.
Love how he delivered from 1:05-1:13 sooooo good.. this whole thing is AMAZING! The emoting and just overall sound!
I was literally smiling and staring just like the guy there 😍😍
@@Stephyrodolfo who was that guy
@@pjkings5686 Clemens Unterreiner. Austrian Opera singer.
it’s a ritual now to watch this at least once a day…perfection
This, my friends, is show in its best. Pure perfection in all ways. No words.
Drew Sarich slayed this for all eternity!
Love this …. Went to college with Drew …. His voice his voice his voice !
I find myself coming back to this performance over and over.. the best i've seen yet...
I love this omg, I've never thought of Ursula as a drag queen, but now everything makes SO much sense 🤯
Ursula was based on the drag queen - Divine. But Drew is a theater actor, not a drag queen. Still... he's fabulous.
@@HouseTargaryen24601 Wow I had no idea, great to know!
In Latin America the voice was by a Drag Queen and she appeared on the credits as Serena Olvido her Drag name ❤
Had the honor to see him perform this in German at Disney in Concert in Hamburg, it was amazing !!!
Artistic creativity, gives the goosebumps, doesn't judge, this is true artistic perfection in many ways
The ‘yeah I do’ and the laugh at the beginning of drew singing is beautiful
I am a new fan of Drew Sarich after this video. I watched it like 4 times already and I keep coming back.
I literally couldn't tell that it was Drew until he hit the high notes... his voice is so unique but also so versatile, I love it.
Oh my god, Im soooo in love with this version. It´s just everything i needed. And the drag ?! Bombastic! Just wehre Ursula came from. LOOOVE it !
Love this so much. He is amazing
I'm loosing my mind. I've seen this in a loop since 10 am. It's almost 4 pm. This is glorious
Amazing! I could not stop listening to Drew at all. What an amazing vocal control and style Drew has!