Where Nick Pitera can sing both male and female parts separately (and flawlessly), Sam Tsui sounds like a perfect combination of both, like the union of masculine and feminine... Quite angelic, really. Absolutely beautiful.
Every time I hear this, it makes me glad that I have an opportunity to sing this. I work with a theatre group called For Good, who does theatre with kids with mental disabilities, and we sing this song.
I've thought about this comment for a few years now... and not a single person that I've seen on UA-cam or in real life has ever stuck me as a better choice for a live action Buzz. And if the dude in question is reading this, please don't take it personally or think were talking shit. You have an absolutely amazing voice, but the vibe that you give off, coupled with how you look is just amazingly close. Its like when I look at Chris Pratt and imagine how good he would be as Indiana Jones... don't mean it as an insult in any way, you just have the perfect looks and positive vibes/charisma that reminds people of the character!
1.7 million views & I’m probably 1.2 of them. Even years later I still come back to watch this. Best cover I’ve ever heard. This song makes me miss my Gram & the way you 2 deliver it makes me have a good cry. Love love.
I saw this when it first came out and I'm watching it again now 6 years after and I still think this cover has left the biggest impact on me. Such an amazing song and great job you guys ~
dear Christina Grimmie, //because i knew you, i have been changed for good //we will never meet again in this lifetime //so much of me, is made of what i learned from you, //you'll be with me, like a handprint on my heart (FOREVER) so much love for you angel
They are both good... Sam Tsui's voice is very consistent... Nick on the other hand, I dont know.. he keeps on changing his pitch...and I dont know which direction he is going...
+Carlosaurus Rex That's wrong, you can't use (counter tenor) it's a voice type/opera part. He switch between head voice and falsetto. He his a baritone actually.
Brian Rexroad 🙄 Another “expert” who has no clue what he’s talking about. “Countertenor” (one word) is not part of the physical voice. It’s a voice type, just like tenor or baritone. Most countertenors are really baritones with the ability to access a different part of the vocal cords in a strong manner. Nick is using a head voice mix, then complete falsetto. Btw: I’m a countertenor. I think I know what I’m talking about.
I used to listen to this enough to get my family annoyed with me. Thank you for bringing the joy of Wicked to me when I was young. So excited about he movie!
've heard it said That people come into our lives For a reason Bringing something we must learn And we are led to those Who help us most to grow if we let them And we help them in return Well, I don't know if I believe that's true But I know I'm who I am today Because I knew you Like a comet pulled from orbit As it passes the sun Like a stream that meets a boulder Halfway through the wood Who can say if I've been changed for the better But because I knew you I have been changed for good It well may be That we will never meet again In this lifetime So, let me say before we part So much of me Is made of what I learned from you You'll be with me Like a handprint on my heart And now whatever way our stories end I know you have rewritten mine By being my friend Like a ship blown from its mooring By a wind off the sea Like a seed dropped by a sky bird In a distant wood Who can say if I've been changed for the better But because I knew you Because I knew you I have been changed for good And just to clear the air I ask forgiveness For the things I've done, you blame me for But then I guess We know there's blame to share And none of it seems to matter anymore Like a comet pulled from orbit (like a ship blown from its mooring) As it passes the sun (by a wind off the sea) Like a stream that meets a boulder (like a seed dropped by a bird) Halfway through the wood (in the wood) Who can say if I've been changed for the better I do believe I have been changed for the better And because I knew you Because I knew you Because I knew you I have been changed
.....Oh my goodness! I have been changed for the better! ......My breath has been taken away from me! I cried when you guys were harmonizing! I'm speechless! My jaw touched the floor. You guys are sooooo gifted! *bows down to both of you*
This is about how Elphaba and Glinda became the wicked witch of the west and the good witch of the north. And this is their last song they sing together. Not glee haha..
+John Olsson Wicked is actually an alternative take on the characters that has little to nothing to do with Oz canon. The actual, canon, West Witch is just an old sociopath. She formed an alliance with the Wicked Witches of the East, North and South to try and overthrow King Pastoria, but their plans were interrupted by Locasta and Glinda defeating the latter two respective witches and becoming the Good Witches of the North and South respectively (yes, Glinda is the Good Witch of the SOUTH, not North). The Wicked West Witch and East Witch still worked on a plan, but then Oscar Diggs sailed into Oz and stole the throne right out from under them.
Wicked is a musical based on a book. Two girls becoming friends in college. Elphaba is becoming the wicked witch of the west, Nessa becomes the wicked witch of the east. And when Elphaba melts in the movie, she actually is alive but she can't tell Glinda that. Then Elphaba and Fyero (the scarecrow) leaves Oz. Wicked is like behind the scenes of the movie The Wizard Of Oz.
John Olsson I know what Wicked is, and it has virtually nothing to do with Oz canon. It's an alternative take. The Wicked Witch of the West is the name of the character. She is NOT Elphaba, and Nessarose is NOT the Wicked Witch of the East. They are completely different characters. No, it's not "behind the scenes" of the Wizard of Oz. It's "what if we take this work in a slightly different direction". Remember that Oz is a series of books first and foremost.
+MegaAstroFan18 thiiiiiiiiiiiiiiis. It's alright to appreciate Wicked but you have to remember it's kind of like an Alternate Universe. None of this is canon. None of it. If you really look at the timeline, the Land of Oz isn't even old enough in its existence to warrant anything like this. Admittedly, it's not entirely clear if Ozma/Tippetarius is the child of the first rulers or not... It fluctuates in the later books. But seriously... Wicked doesn't fit into proper Oz canon. But it can be appreciated either way.
I absolutely love you two singing together. I find it amazing that Nick can sing like 2 totally different people within a split second. Wow. I'm speechless. I absolutely love wicked and you did this song justice.
One of the best teachers in my school passed away today, and all I could think of was this song. He was an amazing person who taught everyone at our school valuable lessons, but he's finally up in heaven with the wife he missed so much. This song is comforting, because I know that because I knew him, I have been changed for good.
Agreed artistic expression is more about compliance than diversity. Everyone should sing every song the same way. Please provide us the vocal range parameters for a male and a female so we can be sure not to exceed them. And while your at it please list the acceptable instruments and cadence so nobody is offended.
Zephas99 Agreed, people shouldn't be allowed to express their opinions about artistic expression. Because, just like artistic expression itself, opinions should be more about compliance than diversity. Everyone should think the same about every song. Please provide us the opinions we're allowed to have so we can be sure not to stray from them. And while you're at it, please list the acceptable thoughts and the manner they're expressed so nobody is offended.
Back in April, I lost a friend. We lost one of our vest in my school. He was a high school junior at the time, class president and inspiration to everyone. He was involved in EVERYTHING and with EVERYBODY. He loved music almost as much as he loved god. This song was sung by my school choir which he was a huge part of. It describes him perfectly. I have been changes for good thanks to Christian -3 Beautifully done. Sam you have the voice of an angel -33
Nick and Sam you're both wonderful performers. Nick your range is incredible!! This is one of my favorite songs and one of the best covers of it I've ever heard. Gave me chills! Thank you!!
Both Sam and Nick are good extraordinary collaborators, the duet was perfect and they’re performance was very spectacular and fantastic. Listening to this, like you can hear Kristin and Idina, the best Wicked actresses and singers ever.
Sam, you've got such a rich and splendid voice! You've got so much power and its mesmerizing just watching you sing. You put a lot of soul and emotion into the song and that's what makes the difference between a great singer and a fantastic singer. You picked an awesome song for your vocals and you executed that song perfectly. Continue to do what you do. It was such a pleasure watching you sing.
This cover still remains in my memory after all these years and with the premiere of the Wicked movie, I just had to return to this! 💚
❤
almost 12 years later.. and I keep coming back to this cover..
Same here 🌟
Me three
Just came back. Still amazing.
14 Years now. Wicked the movie just opened this weekend.
Same!
14 years later and watching this all over again brought me to tears again 🥹 Especially now with the Wicked movie coming out soon 💚🩷
Where Nick Pitera can sing both male and female parts separately (and flawlessly), Sam Tsui sounds like a perfect combination of both, like the union of masculine and feminine... Quite angelic, really. Absolutely beautiful.
中学校の頃こればかり聞いてた。
当時を思い出して泣きそうになる。
I wish they'd do another duet.
Sam's voice is so clear and powerfull, it really touches me!
2020 and this is still the best song in my heart for its lyrics & melody
Same here..!!
Every couple of years I come back here, and every time it’s phenomenal
Glad to see I'm not the only one coming back to this
These two are some of my favourite people on the planet. Please Nick, another collab with Sam?
I used to watch this video over and over and over again when it first came out, and now I'm finding that six years later I still love it the same.
sam tsui makes this duet. phenomenal
Remembered listening to this song longgggg before I knew it was from wicked. Loving it and glad I found it again today 😊
Every time I hear this, it makes me glad that I have an opportunity to sing this. I work with a theatre group called For Good, who does theatre with kids with mental disabilities, and we sing this song.
The day is November 28th, 2022 and I'm still as obsessed with this version as the day it came out.
Great art truly transcends.
Nick’s vocal range is absolutely phenomenal
He would be the perfect buzz lightyear
HoangSolo Toy Story: The Musical
Oh... my god
Wow!
😂😂😂
I've thought about this comment for a few years now... and not a single person that I've seen on UA-cam or in real life has ever stuck me as a better choice for a live action Buzz. And if the dude in question is reading this, please don't take it personally or think were talking shit. You have an absolutely amazing voice, but the vibe that you give off, coupled with how you look is just amazingly close. Its like when I look at Chris Pratt and imagine how good he would be as Indiana Jones... don't mean it as an insult in any way, you just have the perfect looks and positive vibes/charisma that reminds people of the character!
I'll keep coming back to this song and this cover in particular
I've just watched the "Wicked" Trailer and came back here because i was reminded of how gorgeous this Song/Cover is! ❤
It's so good it feels like my heart is breaking.
You guys did this one forever ago and still listen to this none stop. Wish I could get it on my phone to listen to
I have to come back and listen to this song periodically because it is just so dang good!
sames
1.7 million views & I’m probably 1.2 of them. Even years later I still come back to watch this. Best cover I’ve ever heard. This song makes me miss my Gram & the way you 2 deliver it makes me have a good cry. Love love.
I love this song. It was played at my grandma's funeral and when I hear it I start bawling.
Thank you for this version.
Watching this again 10 years after they made this cover! #2020
Nick is so amazing. And Sam's voice is so strong.
I saw this when it first came out and I'm watching it again now 6 years after and I still think this cover has left the biggest impact on me. Such an amazing song and great job you guys ~
This is the best male/male duet of this song on the internet!
the harmonies gave me chills sams belting was so effortless and free also nick has one of the best theatrical elements or tone to his voice and sound
Two of the most talented young men on UA-cam.
Wicked is my favorite musical, especially this song is most like song.
I was very moved that I could listened it! Really thanks guys!!
Still coming back to this all these years later 😗✨
Wicked has always been my favorite but to find someone to do both parts is absolutely phenomenal
Gotta love a high tenor. You can't help but stare in awe at a pair of high tenors blending in perfect harmony :3
I can never get tired of this song
dear Christina Grimmie,
//because i knew you, i have been changed for good
//we will never meet again in this lifetime
//so much of me, is made of what i learned from you,
//you'll be with me, like a handprint on my heart (FOREVER)
so much love for you angel
K ay I wasn’t even a fan of hers and my eyes are violently sweating
Why are u talking about her
This always makes me feel better after a crap day.
There are not too many songs that remain fantastic after so many listens.This is one of them. Absolutely perfect.
I still think about this song all the time. Wish it was on Spotify
It’s 2018 here and this is still gold
Who's watching this to celebrate the release of Wicked the Movie.
You sound like Kurt Hummel!!! Its BEAUTIFUL!!!
Can you imagine a duet with him and Chris Colfer?
That would be AWESOME!!!!!
01AnimeFreakYuka it would be cool but since their voices are so similar they would clash
I still come back to listen to this song on a regular basis to lift my spirits. It is literally perfect.
14 years later and it's still my second favorite version of this song ❤
Nick has a larger vocal renge on the female notes than i have... and i´m a girl!... feel like crap -.- U
nice cover guys i like it a lot!
Same lol
You must have a deep voice
Tatiana Boteroe me too!
They are both good... Sam Tsui's voice is very consistent... Nick on the other hand, I dont know.. he keeps on changing his pitch...and I dont know which direction he is going...
Nick has to switch into his falsetto to hit the same notes that Sam can hit in chest voice - but it's what makes his voice unique.
Donaven Smith You're incorrect. He's not using falsetto at all. He's using counter-tenor. His range is much wider than you think.
showdownrocks Nick uses both here, counter-tenor AND falsetto; alternating very quickly between either voice.
Sam chests it all the way.
+Carlosaurus Rex That's wrong, you can't use (counter tenor) it's a voice type/opera part. He switch between head voice and falsetto. He his a baritone actually.
Brian Rexroad 🙄 Another “expert” who has no clue what he’s talking about. “Countertenor” (one word) is not part of the physical voice. It’s a voice type, just like tenor or baritone. Most countertenors are really baritones with the ability to access a different part of the vocal cords in a strong manner. Nick is using a head voice mix, then complete falsetto. Btw: I’m a countertenor. I think I know what I’m talking about.
The D flat add the 9th chord at 4:02 gave me the chills.
? It just solved ht peice and its over :D
I used to listen to this enough to get my family annoyed with me. Thank you for bringing the joy of Wicked to me when I was young. So excited about he movie!
No matter what anyone says about these 2 awesome people, they will always be, some of the best singers, on UA-cam.
Nothing like #glee ♥ Great job guys!!!
1:22 may be my new favorite vocal slide of all time...
Gorgeous. You guys a perfect.
I've watched this a few dozen times now, it's absolutely beautiful. Please never stop singing, either of you. That would be very sad.
I never Get tired of watching this inspirational video and listening to this lovely song
Oh sweet babies I love your voices.
Whose listening cause of 2024 Wicked!!
Loved your Phantom and Les Miz medleys, can you do one for Wicked? :)
Moulin roue medley is necisairy (or something like that) or frozne, or both!!
I still love this cover so much. Sam, Kurt, and Nick - you are all so amazingly talented. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us.
By far the best rendition of this song I have EVER HEARD!!!!
I'm a girl BUT I want their voices!
same
've heard it said
That people come into our lives
For a reason
Bringing something we must learn
And we are led to those
Who help us most to grow if we let them
And we help them in return
Well, I don't know if I believe that's true
But I know I'm who I am today
Because I knew you
Like a comet pulled from orbit
As it passes the sun
Like a stream that meets a boulder
Halfway through the wood
Who can say if I've been changed for the better
But because I knew you
I have been changed for good
It well may be
That we will never meet again
In this lifetime
So, let me say before we part
So much of me
Is made of what I learned from you
You'll be with me
Like a handprint on my heart
And now whatever way our stories end
I know you have rewritten mine
By being my friend
Like a ship blown from its mooring
By a wind off the sea
Like a seed dropped by a sky bird
In a distant wood
Who can say if I've been changed for the better
But because I knew you
Because I knew you
I have been changed for good
And just to clear the air
I ask forgiveness
For the things I've done, you blame me for
But then I guess
We know there's blame to share
And none of it seems to matter anymore
Like a comet pulled from orbit (like a ship blown from its mooring)
As it passes the sun (by a wind off the sea)
Like a stream that meets a boulder (like a seed dropped by a bird)
Halfway through the wood (in the wood)
Who can say if I've been changed for the better
I do believe I have been changed for the better
And because I knew you
Because I knew you
Because I knew you
I have been changed
wicked medley please!!!!!!!!!
He just did that a while back with Peter Hollens! Have you watched it yet?
.....Oh my goodness! I have been changed for the better! ......My breath has been taken away from me! I cried when you guys were harmonizing! I'm speechless! My jaw touched the floor. You guys are sooooo gifted! *bows down to both of you*
This is the most beautiful thing I've heard in forever! Nick is amazing, and Sam is always phenomenal...
Why does this song make me sad?
Cause it's a "goodbye forever, but just know we'll always be friends" song.
that makes sense
+bluemoonsage Perfect explanation!
+TheCheerleadingTricks Well after that Elphaba kind of... dies
+ryutheslayer123 I know that feel.....:'(
This is about how Elphaba and Glinda became the wicked witch of the west and the good witch of the north. And this is their last song they sing together. Not glee haha..
+John Olsson Wicked is actually an alternative take on the characters that has little to nothing to do with Oz canon. The actual, canon, West Witch is just an old sociopath. She formed an alliance with the Wicked Witches of the East, North and South to try and overthrow King Pastoria, but their plans were interrupted by Locasta and Glinda defeating the latter two respective witches and becoming the Good Witches of the North and South respectively (yes, Glinda is the Good Witch of the SOUTH, not North). The Wicked West Witch and East Witch still worked on a plan, but then Oscar Diggs sailed into Oz and stole the throne right out from under them.
Wicked is a musical based on a book. Two girls becoming friends in college. Elphaba is becoming the wicked witch of the west, Nessa becomes the wicked witch of the east. And when Elphaba melts in the movie, she actually is alive but she can't tell Glinda that. Then Elphaba and Fyero (the scarecrow) leaves Oz. Wicked is like behind the scenes of the movie The Wizard Of Oz.
John Olsson
I know what Wicked is, and it has virtually nothing to do with Oz canon. It's an alternative take. The Wicked Witch of the West is the name of the character. She is NOT Elphaba, and Nessarose is NOT the Wicked Witch of the East. They are completely different characters. No, it's not "behind the scenes" of the Wizard of Oz. It's "what if we take this work in a slightly different direction".
Remember that Oz is a series of books first and foremost.
+MegaAstroFan18 thiiiiiiiiiiiiiiis. It's alright to appreciate Wicked but you have to remember it's kind of like an Alternate Universe. None of this is canon. None of it.
If you really look at the timeline, the Land of Oz isn't even old enough in its existence to warrant anything like this. Admittedly, it's not entirely clear if Ozma/Tippetarius is the child of the first rulers or not... It fluctuates in the later books. But seriously... Wicked doesn't fit into proper Oz canon. But it can be appreciated either way.
+Johan Gladgroda they sung it on glee as a different version tho thats why the parts are all mixed up
sam tsui is so cute
Słuchając waszego duetu mam wrażenie ,że znajduje się w innym świecie. Genialne.
I absolutely love you two singing together. I find it amazing that Nick can sing like 2 totally different people within a split second. Wow. I'm speechless. I absolutely love wicked and you did this song justice.
PLEASE COLLABORATE AGAIN ♥
I just noticed, Nick got a little heart on shirt and in other videos
Yeah it's his thing I guess, he doesn't do a video without a heart on his shirt
your version is BETTER than Glee's (they did an unnecessary key change for the last verse in their version.)
But that higher key was beautifully sang though
It's just amazing how something like three voices can come out from two amazing guys like you.
Thank you.
i remember pressing rewatch over and over again when this was new :’-)
come on dude! we need a one man wicked! not glee style! i love you and Sam but i need more wicked!
Well have you checked out the Wicked medley he did with Peter Hollens yet? DO IT if you haven't already!
Also, this came like a year before Glee's version. So yeah...
Dude what are you talking about?! This IS Wicked!
おーまいがー！
nick pitera is fucking amazing
I love it when Nick isn't doing his falsetto... It just sounds so amazing! I love this duet. Just plain awesomeness!
One of the best teachers in my school passed away today, and all I could think of was this song. He was an amazing person who taught everyone at our school valuable lessons, but he's finally up in heaven with the wife he missed so much. This song is comforting, because I know that because I knew him, I have been changed for good.
sorry but sam is better than nick! nick as always imitates the artists of the original songs, however sam! god! It is great! surprising and better!
I stand corrected. I have listened to some of Sam's other music and he is a good singer. This one just isn't one of my favorites. Sorry Sam.
does he have to do that stupid girl voice...its creepy and this would have been amazing as a guy version
Agreed artistic expression is more about compliance than diversity. Everyone should sing every song the same way. Please provide us the vocal range parameters for a male and a female so we can be sure not to exceed them. And while your at it please list the acceptable instruments and cadence so nobody is offended.
Zephas99 you just slayed Alexandra Defreitas
Zephas99 Agreed, people shouldn't be allowed to express their opinions about artistic expression. Because, just like artistic expression itself, opinions should be more about compliance than diversity. Everyone should think the same about every song. Please provide us the opinions we're allowed to have so we can be sure not to stray from them. And while you're at it, please list the acceptable thoughts and the manner they're expressed so nobody is offended.
***** Welcome to the internet, kid. Leave your morals and ideals at the door.
***** Hilarious.
The 2 best voices on earth colab!!!! Of course I love this.
Great voices!! I'm especially impressed by Nick's voice!
GAY LEVEL 9999999999
😂😂😂😂fact
I listen to this at least 3X a month. Outstanding harmonies and capabilites.
i cant breath im crying and this is just the most amazing version of this song i have ever heard
I literally come back years later. breath taking
best rendition
chills
Epic - these two together are just WOW
Both of them are so amazing.. Mind..Blown.
Back in April, I lost a friend. We lost one of our vest in my school. He was a high school junior at the time, class president and inspiration to everyone. He was involved in EVERYTHING and with EVERYBODY. He loved music almost as much as he loved god. This song was sung by my school choir which he was a huge part of. It describes him perfectly. I have been changes for good thanks to Christian -3
Beautifully done. Sam you have the voice of an angel -33
This is astounding
Dude they are both just amazing, I am still listening to it...after 40 minutes
Nick and Sam you're both wonderful performers. Nick your range is incredible!! This is one of my favorite songs and one of the best covers of it I've ever heard. Gave me chills! Thank you!!
Both Sam and Nick are good extraordinary collaborators, the duet was perfect and they’re performance was very spectacular and fantastic. Listening to this, like you can hear Kristin and Idina, the best Wicked actresses and singers ever.
This song still takes my breath away
Sam’s voice is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This song is so addicting I can't stop listening to it and the harmonies that are in this song are so good...
Sam, you've got such a rich and splendid voice! You've got so much power and its mesmerizing just watching you sing. You put a lot of soul and emotion into the song and that's what makes the difference between a great singer and a fantastic singer.
You picked an awesome song for your vocals and you executed that song perfectly.
Continue to do what you do. It was such a pleasure watching you sing.