Lea Salonga - Don't Cry for Me Argentina | 2002

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  • Artist: Lea Salonga
    Song: Don't Cry for Me Argentina
    Album: Broadway Concert DVD
    Year: 2002
    From: Evita Broadway Musical
    Other Info: Concert was held at The Philippine International Convention Center

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  • @jovifa13
    @jovifa13 7 років тому +3738

    what i like about lea salonga is that when she sings the words are very clear. you can actually write the lyrics just by listening to it without confusion. not all singers can sing with this clarity.

    • @leluthor5357
      @leluthor5357 5 років тому +48

      Thats just the problem if you notice. Well for a fact that i am also a fan of her but she tends to be overbearing with her accents and/or diction most of the time thus makes you the audience focuses on that rather than her singing. Its like when performing shes more counting on her having that perpect pitch- pronounciation rather than her perfect pitch singing. To visualize it a simpler ways just look at how she does interviews and the like. It doesnt fall far from there - she talks as if the same way singing and you can hardly differentiate. I think lea is better for theatrical than in solo renditions. Anyway thats just my opinion and you cannot shoot me dead for that as you may your own.

    • @juonisback
      @juonisback 5 років тому +117

      Ariana Grande left the conversation :(

    • @psalm8306
      @psalm8306 5 років тому +6

      エストラダルジー Looool😂😂

    • @Ukelicks
      @Ukelicks 5 років тому +40

      Reminds me of an old Filipino girlfriends older sister, she would put so much effort into pronouncement, I always thought that was odd but it’s fun to watch lea’s mouth making the sounds, her smile and lips are perfectly placed for best pronouncing

    • @judyannyadao7896
      @judyannyadao7896 5 років тому +3

      agree

  • @slvrangel22
    @slvrangel22 7 років тому +782

    Be honest! How many of you hit replay at the end or have returned to watch this again. Captivating performance.

    • @mariebueno3950
      @mariebueno3950 5 років тому +8

      🇵🇭👊Not to forget, Ms Lea Salonga is one of the best products of the best First Lady the Philipiinse ever had, Mdme. Imelda Marcos' Cultural and Arts program. So proud of you Ms Salonga! Patuloy akong sumusubaybay at humahanga.

    • @yurinuqui5152
      @yurinuqui5152 4 роки тому +3

      I do. I
      Love listening to Ms. Lea

    • @bb89670
      @bb89670 3 роки тому

      Copycat. She's boring.

    • @user-uu9kr7ly4u
      @user-uu9kr7ly4u Місяць тому

      Espetáculo Espetáculo sem igual

    • @LuisRomero-fh9bu
      @LuisRomero-fh9bu Місяць тому

      @@mariebueno3950Are you kidding me. Imelda marcos, the abusive, stealing and social climber wife of one of the despotic and corrupt dictators of the world. Product?! Who says so. The money that imelda spent was all from the purse of the Philippines. She is convicted and yet she is free! Or course, her son is the president.

  • @robertdorr1769
    @robertdorr1769 4 роки тому +307

    Oops.... I changed my mind, this is the best version on UA-cam!

  • @snyderjed
    @snyderjed 3 роки тому +787

    Having listened to Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, and watching Madonna in Elvira, among others, sing this beautiful song, this is, by far, the most impressive performance of Don’t Cry for Me Argentina.

    • @baltazarmelchor451
      @baltazarmelchor451 2 роки тому +27

      Nicole S. performance is the best.

    • @aliard1
      @aliard1 2 роки тому +8

      You might want to watch Karen Carpenter's rendition.

    • @Guernsey69
      @Guernsey69 2 роки тому +2

      Watch sinead o'connors

    • @johnwalker2860
      @johnwalker2860 2 роки тому +5

      What about Julie Covington? To my mind she utterly owns the song. Lea comes a very good second though.

    • @drmorcoch9338
      @drmorcoch9338 2 роки тому +2

      @@baltazarmelchor451 nicole s real dad is filipino

  • @civilization57
    @civilization57 4 роки тому +792

    What a great voice! No auto tune. No silly dancing. No dominating music. Just a great voice!

    • @mardeliezcuajotor1448
      @mardeliezcuajotor1448 3 роки тому +7

      Yes! So true

    • @carmenbolivar4
      @carmenbolivar4 2 роки тому

      Very nice voice 🌹love u Leah

    • @MiracleWinchester
      @MiracleWinchester 2 роки тому +1

      I mean i haven't seen dancing in DCFMA, but i get you

    • @Kevmacc1000
      @Kevmacc1000 16 днів тому

      Exactly so, Sir.... She's amazing. This is one of the very best versions... ever

  • @TheGoofybunny
    @TheGoofybunny 4 роки тому +1094

    And let's not forget, it's her brother Gerard conducting the orchestra. Such talented siblings!

    • @AndreaBTurla
      @AndreaBTurla 4 роки тому +13

      Lea you have an Angelique voice. She sings so clearly.

    • @3strll
      @3strll 4 роки тому +11

      Gerard ruined the music arrangement. Almost no spirit. Thanks to his sister for giving spirit and nailing it.

    • @kenjiehirata6053
      @kenjiehirata6053 4 роки тому +13

      Gino Banasig idiot

    • @andreilin9348
      @andreilin9348 3 роки тому +12

      @@3strll buang!

    • @hosseinhesni8532
      @hosseinhesni8532 3 роки тому +5

      It's wonderful...

  • @cellosong
    @cellosong Рік тому +394

    This is the voice I've been looking for to sing this beautiful classic song. I used to play cello in Broadway shows in Seattle and some of the finest voices in the world came through in the shows. They were voices with high drama, beautiful tone and a wide variety of expression. Lea Salonga has all of that. She is a brilliant musician.

    • @marymunro1142
      @marymunro1142 Рік тому

      What theaters did you play?😊

    • @cellosong
      @cellosong Рік тому

      @@marymunro1142 5th Avenue Theatre, Paramount Theater and Moore Egyptian Theater in Seattle.

    • @marymunro1142
      @marymunro1142 Рік тому +1

      @@cellosong What was your overall impression of Fifth Ave. productions? We had season tickets there for number of years. I found the quality of casts rather sporadic. Last show I saw there was Man of LaMancha. I had seen the 1960s production with Richard Kiley. It still brings a lump to my throat when I remember it. Just an incredible piece of art. As you can imagine, I was very hyped to see it on stage again. From reviews I could tell it was not to be the classic adaptation of 50 years ago, but had a more modern take. From all said about it, I thought it would be interesting and showcase the actors well. There wasn’t a dependence on scenery in the original. Pretty bare bones. The voices were fantastic, the direction incredible. I invited a friend to go with me and make it a girls’ night out. The leads were awful. Don Quixote couldn’t hit a note if his life depended on it and Dulcinea made fingernails on a blackboard preferable.
      This performance summed it up for me. For paying top theater dollar in Seattle because I like good seats and have hit or miss productions made my decision to avoid the Fifth. Locally it always gets good reviews. What was your experience like there? Am I judging it too harshly? I realize they do a lot of “Let’s see how it plays in Seattle” new shows. When I see something that took home Tony after Tony in the past, I do want to be wowed though. Should I give them another go at it? Being a life long Democrat, I am a follower of the idea that if I see a problem, I should throw money at it. The arts need funding. Should I take the bad with the good, pay my money and take my seat, knowin by doing so, I am a matron of the arts? I think I am answering my own question. Give me your thoughts Pamela.

    • @cellosong
      @cellosong Рік тому +1

      @@marymunro1142 I don't know what to say. It sounds like your assessment is pretty informed. I played shows back in the late 1970s and early 1980s - a different era. We had big name talent in the leads and an intact culture of Broadway show talent (actors, dancers and singers) in all positions. The on-stage talent and pit orchestra talent was consistently exemplary then.

    • @whatdoiknow8654
      @whatdoiknow8654 Рік тому

      Madonna > lea

  • @rebeccashapiro7924
    @rebeccashapiro7924 3 роки тому +375

    When lea sings a song - she inevitably blows any other performance away. She has range, control, and power all at once - and the most clean beautiful delivery

  • @JoyRobles
    @JoyRobles 8 років тому +1691

    The thing about Lea is that she is a very intelligent musician. She did not learn this craft by copying or mimicking, she learned it by studying it - the HARD way. She has been performing since she was a little kid and she has never stopped learning. That should always be case. Never stop being better than your former self, even if your former self is already very good.

    • @JoyRobles
      @JoyRobles 8 років тому +2

      *****
      Apples and oranges.
      BTW
      Musician - a person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession, or is musically talented. Also, according to Webster: a person who writes, sings, or plays music.
      Where did you find your very restrictive definition of the word "Musician"? Or were you just guessing or basing your entire comment on your prejudices?

    • @kr-ir5ll
      @kr-ir5ll 8 років тому +10

      +joey anthony your comment made me laughing out loud.. First define " musician" and come back here to retract your ignorant comment.. Let me define it for you to avoid any troubles on your part.. MUSICIAN is a person who makes music as a profession .. It did not say a person who is skilled in any musical instruments .. And I don't need to state the obvious that Lea is an accomplished musician a singer in every sense of the word..

    • @kr-ir5ll
      @kr-ir5ll 8 років тому +4

      +joey anthony I would so love to slap a dictionary in your head lmao ..

    • @JoyRobles
      @JoyRobles 8 років тому +6

      ***** I'm dumb when you don't even know the correct definition of the word Musician? Please check the dictionary before your stupidity kills you.

    • @kr-ir5ll
      @kr-ir5ll 8 років тому +2

      +joey anthony stop embarrassing yourself Lmaoo.. You wouldn't even admit it even if the truth is staring in front of you.. That's how daft you are.. Musician is a person who performs music. And lea's instrument is her vocal.. Why don't you check her Wikipedia .. And furthermore a person who writes music is also a musician go google it you ignorant fool..

  • @renzoescano3475
    @renzoescano3475 9 років тому +2036

    Only a good musician can tell who among these performers sang it right, but for me this is the best. Perfect pronunciation, perfect delivery for this kind of song and perfect facial expression. From mexico with love.

    • @MrUndergroundriver
      @MrUndergroundriver 8 років тому +6

      it is called diction

    • @robertmabulac6469
      @robertmabulac6469 8 років тому +53

      +jonas malabrigo nope! Diction is the choice of words. since shes singing its called enunciation.

    • @MrUndergroundriver
      @MrUndergroundriver 8 років тому +20

      In whatever way we judge her she's perfeect for singing

    • @nexxusllamera4847
      @nexxusllamera4847 8 років тому +15

      +renzo escano thanks for the compliment for my Idol.. I'm a proud Filipino here

    • @nexxusllamera4847
      @nexxusllamera4847 8 років тому +7

      who are u to tell me that? it's freedom of expression. Hellooo?! what's wrong of being proud to your fellow Filipino.. duh

  • @piranhalegify
    @piranhalegify 4 роки тому +458

    Lea's voice is magical.

    • @Tralaw97
      @Tralaw97 4 роки тому

      You're much more magical😍😍

    • @terryschleuse4134
      @terryschleuse4134 Рік тому +3

      So beautiful,she's a gift from GOD

  • @laurencelance586
    @laurencelance586 3 роки тому +181

    In two days it will be one year since the casket with the most beautiful woman I ever knew was lowered into the earth in a small cemetery in Montana. My Karen, this could have been written for you. And I have loved you all of my life, every since that first kiss on our second date. July 12, 1968. I miss you so.

    • @RetiredLover
      @RetiredLover 3 роки тому +2

      Laurence, my heart goes out to you. My wife and I have now been married 60 years come November’20...seems like only a few years.

    • @RK-fi7ek
      @RK-fi7ek 3 роки тому +3

      Oh! Mr. Lawrence I can't imagine your lose. I know you loved her dearly and it's hurt, hold on you will get power beyond normal to go through the darkest hours of your life. Almighty wil provide you with that. Life is a plattform to love and be loved. You were lucky to be loved by your dear spouce. You must think that you had the privilage to be with her here on earth and cherish that memory.

    • @jennyxi7382
      @jennyxi7382 3 роки тому +1

      Hi Laurence. My heart goes out to you. You can do it!

    • @vickit4524
      @vickit4524 3 роки тому

    • @shykiebagabaldo7077
      @shykiebagabaldo7077 2 роки тому

  • @lextalliones12345
    @lextalliones12345 9 років тому +959

    The storyteller. The queen of broadway songs.

    • @arimawanderer1310
      @arimawanderer1310 6 років тому +1

      chaps bryan HELLO SIR! Chaps

    • @anabiebutt586
      @anabiebutt586 6 років тому +13

      She sings effortless one of the best singers in the world that even david foster leah is included in his lists as one of the best

    • @lurdescalisto8449
      @lurdescalisto8449 5 років тому

      Uma voz tão límpida tão bem modelada, uma maravilha

    • @mailreyes8742
      @mailreyes8742 4 роки тому +1

      Galing ni ms lea, proud filipino😍

  • @Dickneeds
    @Dickneeds 8 років тому +774

    Saw her in "Miss Saigon". She was magnificent. Sings like an angel.

    • @arlenegarcia7272
      @arlenegarcia7272 5 років тому +18

      She is talent, beauty and brains. Did you know she was the Valedictorian in her HS class? She went to a University in the Philippines after HS to be a Doctor but left when she got the role in Miss Saigon... I don't think she ever look back :) God has another plan for her :)
      "

    • @wig.8gles
      @wig.8gles 3 роки тому +1

      @@arlenegarcia7272 Oh wow I never knew she was a Valedictorian.

    • @arlenegarcia7272
      @arlenegarcia7272 3 роки тому +1

      @@wig.8gles Yes. She is as smart as she is as talented. Life’s never fair isn’t it? Lol !!

    • @wig.8gles
      @wig.8gles 3 роки тому

      @@arlenegarcia7272 Yes for me she's the luckiest woman in the world, for me.

  • @GeorgeStreicherMusic
    @GeorgeStreicherMusic 3 роки тому +485

    This is the best performance of this song I've ever heard.

    • @djc9755
      @djc9755 3 роки тому +6

      Nicole Scherzinger's is my fav thus far.

    • @lucindabunda2106
      @lucindabunda2106 3 роки тому +21

      @@djc9755 I listened to Nicole ahhh for me I was still looking for better. Now I found it in Salonga.
      Bravo Lea!!!

    • @MRPOPOY-xl1mj
      @MRPOPOY-xl1mj 3 роки тому +5

      @@lucindabunda2106 true .

    • @ramcanaveras1625
      @ramcanaveras1625 3 роки тому +2

      Lea's voice alone has full of emotions which express all that should be felt with what the spirit of the song was all about...

    • @yyg4632
      @yyg4632 3 роки тому +2

      of course, she probably sings the best version of ALOT of musical songs. Talented to the core

  • @gmr7494
    @gmr7494 3 роки тому +192

    I'm convinced lea could've played every major female role on Broadway

    • @davidvasquez8982
      @davidvasquez8982 2 роки тому +9

      I agree. I'll go one step further...
      She is every major female role on Broadway.

    • @OliviaMaree56
      @OliviaMaree56 2 роки тому +3

      For sure!! She is awesome, I hope to see her in person.

  • @mauricegaskin5694
    @mauricegaskin5694 5 років тому +902

    I have to admit that i thought Madonna version of this song was the best, but now i have to say that Lea Salonga cover of the song is by far the best, and most inspirational

    • @paulwilliams779
      @paulwilliams779 5 років тому +58

      You obv have not heard Nicole Scherzinger....

    • @yudai112
      @yudai112 4 роки тому +17

      Modona, Lea and Nicole I can't choose all amazing!!!

    • @martdeleon5918
      @martdeleon5918 4 роки тому +15

      @@paulwilliams779 It's fine Nicole is also Filipino like Lea ahahaha

    • @matthiasbalke9089
      @matthiasbalke9089 4 роки тому +18

      Check out Karen Carpenters version.

    • @r.r.8689
      @r.r.8689 4 роки тому +9

      maurice gaskin You need to listen Julie Covington and Elaine Paige version

  • @crazily2000
    @crazily2000 8 років тому +585

    She is the reason why I love Philippines.

    • @itsmytwsl1499
      @itsmytwsl1499 6 років тому +2

      YI 👍

    • @allanibasco20
      @allanibasco20 5 років тому +15

      there are more to love in the philippines, lea is just one of them...

    • @anilojalieshnasilarap4036
      @anilojalieshnasilarap4036 5 років тому +3

      You'll regret loving it now. Talents are now judged by their apperance. Talent is almost extinct. :(

    • @yudai112
      @yudai112 4 роки тому +1

      Aniloj Aliesh Nasilarap what are you talking about there are so many talented Filipinos dominated local and international scene

    • @giasuper9665
      @giasuper9665 4 роки тому

      @@anilojalieshnasilarap4036 ....are you jealous?

  • @richsalvador5441
    @richsalvador5441 4 роки тому +278

    The clarity in her voice, facial expressions and gestures, control and restraint, pitch perfection, even the intentional loud breathing to emphasize emotions, this is just perfection. From start to finish, all notes were intionally placed as is and perfectly executed. Just WOW! I've watched this many many times already along with versions from other artists but no question, this is the best version of this song by far.

    • @juliusleighlava3091
      @juliusleighlava3091 2 роки тому

      Amazing

    • @erlindacruz9778
      @erlindacruz9778 2 роки тому

      Ku

    • @louisvaccaro5865
      @louisvaccaro5865 2 роки тому

      Rich very nice comment, and a fantastic singer, absolutely terrific, but karen carpenter owens this song, hands down. no other female singer has the voice that karen had. she sang with so much feeling and emotion.not taking aything away from lea, believe me. when you heard karens voice, you knew immediatly who was singing, her voice was hautingly beautiful. all the best, Louie Vaccaro tenor, las vegas.

    • @mattbrown3549
      @mattbrown3549 Рік тому

      @@louisvaccaro5865 - I agree that no other person alive or dead has Karen Carpenter's voice but there are plenty of great versions of this song. Some are quite simply amazing. Please listen to Julie Covington's original and also Andre Rieu's singer whose name i cannot remember at the moment. You will enjoy them if you keep an open mind. I am a huge fan of Karen Carpenter and has been since the 80's and so have great respect for her version.

    • @louisvaccaro5865
      @louisvaccaro5865 Рік тому +1

      @@mattbrown3549 Thanks for your response,you are right , julie covington,has a very nice voice. regards, Louie Vaccaro, las vegas.

  • @mitsukesawada7668
    @mitsukesawada7668 3 роки тому +62

    It's like a story telling when you're about to go to sleep... And she just showed you the whole universe.

    • @morganjames5180
      @morganjames5180 3 роки тому +2

      Beautifully said......💚
      You are exactly right.
      Brings tears to my eyes
      💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @Sterling061949
    @Sterling061949 5 років тому +1103

    the Phillipines must be very proud

  • @cherieoka613
    @cherieoka613 8 років тому +86

    Jesus, that was perfect.

  • @alvinrogan9900
    @alvinrogan9900 3 роки тому +93

    Dec.24,2020 whos with me?
    lea salonga is a real LEGEND

    • @mzalendotz3397
      @mzalendotz3397 3 роки тому +2

      It's has captivated me more than I cudve imagined. Such a lovely voice.

    • @Evelynh1821
      @Evelynh1821 3 роки тому

      Bringing this into 2021 🎉

    • @aquexiihamsortheng6476
      @aquexiihamsortheng6476 3 роки тому

      Its 2021 Dont cry for me😭😭😭

    • @erualdrol
      @erualdrol 4 місяці тому +2

      Feb 2 2024😁

  • @donfeeback2894
    @donfeeback2894 4 роки тому +191

    I have heard this song done by several very good popular singers but without a doubt this is the best I have ever heard !

    • @VincentJanNicer
      @VincentJanNicer Рік тому +2

      I prefer Nicole Scherzinger's

    • @perryfarmer3280
      @perryfarmer3280 Рік тому +2

      @@VincentJanNicer
      I would say a very close second, hers was very impressive as well.

    • @mayetbasilan8389
      @mayetbasilan8389 Рік тому

      Lea salonga sang every song she sings so very clear articulate and beautifully . She is my most favorite singer , I love ❤️ Lea .

  • @kobby500
    @kobby500 6 років тому +242

    There are places in this world where you can go in this life that are untouchable , the perfection of Lea's voice can take you there !! Thank God for voices like this !

  • @ninikusumo
    @ninikusumo 9 років тому +496

    I think, it's the best cover I've ever listened to so far. In the crescendo, we can see that she's more than just a singer, she's a true performer.

    • @Razeel25
      @Razeel25 5 років тому +3

      Madonna was bloody good.
      This is MuCH better!!!!!!

    • @neoplan6116
      @neoplan6116 5 років тому +5

      I never liked Madonnas version, this is my number 2, my number one is Karen Carpenter but this is just a question of personal taste, Karens voice is just an important part of the "soundtrack of my life"

    • @yngwieok
      @yngwieok 5 років тому

      Try to listen to Sinead O Connor's version.

    • @rjalbarillo6530
      @rjalbarillo6530 5 років тому +6

      have you seen nicole sczherzinger version? I think you'll gonna love it as well.

    • @lindisamabulu3429
      @lindisamabulu3429 5 років тому +15

      Madonna was good, Nicole Scherzinger was magnificent. Lea Salonga takes you to another level of extraordinary level of magnificence and splendor.

  • @margaretechao
    @margaretechao 3 роки тому +169

    I don't remember how many times I have heard this song sung by Lea Salonga, it's just perfect ! From Brazil !

  • @stephenfricke9298
    @stephenfricke9298 Рік тому +59

    SIMPLY INCREDIBLE. I am 66+ and i have heard beautiful voices but this is Superb. Incredible range, diction and phrasing. She is a gift to the world

    • @perlitaramos9850
      @perlitaramos9850 Рік тому

      And to the Philippines in particular! We re so proud of her!!!!

    • @perlitaramos9850
      @perlitaramos9850 Рік тому

      And love her so much!
      We ll never get tired listening to her and continue to support her!❤❤❤

  • @jessmontes8129
    @jessmontes8129 8 років тому +485

    I never really was a "Leah Salonga" fan. But lately I have seen these performances and the reunion for "A whole new world". Jesus Christ she really can sing.

    • @etrnlygr8tful
      @etrnlygr8tful 8 років тому +56

      +Jess Montes ...she's been singing since she was 6, no way her career will last this long if she can't sing...having said that, good that you finally discovered that she's the real deal.

    • @janettaylor2444
      @janettaylor2444 7 років тому +19

      She always could
      ??

    • @jessmontes8129
      @jessmontes8129 7 років тому +19

      etrnlygr8tful I know she can sing. I guess I just didn't have the interest on looking at it closely as I did just recently. :-)

    • @sovivillarin6985
      @sovivillarin6985 6 років тому

      Jess Montes yy

    • @timgesilva
      @timgesilva 6 років тому +4

      There you go. Whatever you thought before about her, was not true at all

  • @deanchampion6777
    @deanchampion6777 7 років тому +409

    I saw Lea Salonga in "Miss Saigon" on Broadway years ago... awesome.
    Never heard her sing this before, but I think that she may have surpassed the performancews of Patti Lupone and Elaine Page... amazing!!!!!!!
    I was a fan of Lea before, but now I'm in love !!!!!!!!!!!
    Professor Dean Champion

  • @mclaughlinja1995
    @mclaughlinja1995 3 роки тому +145

    Clearest singing voice I have EVER heard. And her mannerisms and intonation are never overdone. Lets the music come through instead of embellishing it with vocal “virtuosity.”

  • @tigerlily3689
    @tigerlily3689 3 роки тому +59

    Who's listening? December 24, 2020...

  • @m.taylor
    @m.taylor 7 років тому +107

    This women's singing is incredible! Very heartfelt and amazing notes.

  • @kyouichitakahashi8558
    @kyouichitakahashi8558 5 років тому +169

    This rendition is hauntingly beautiful. It harmonizes with the universe. Every note, vibrato, dynamic, enunciation and drama are just perfect. This deserves to have at least 100M views!

  • @trabador0376
    @trabador0376 2 роки тому +58

    Every Filipino in all corners of the world is very proud of you. Thank you very much for always giving us a reason to be proud of despite the many poverty and hardship most Filipinos suffer from. Mabuhay ka Miss Lea Salonga!

  • @user-lo3tt1kq5w
    @user-lo3tt1kq5w 2 роки тому +26

    I've never seen anyone sing this song so well.

  • @BoratcoMla
    @BoratcoMla 8 років тому +467

    her voice is so perfect

    • @bettyschmidt1002
      @bettyschmidt1002 7 років тому +1

      BoratcoMla ,'

    • @yarceta1
      @yarceta1 7 років тому +2

      uutuber431 j

    • @rwongusa
      @rwongusa 6 років тому +2

      It's probably why Disney casted her for Jasmine and Mulan. =D

    • @litosantos150
      @litosantos150 6 років тому +3

      And shes so beautiful too

    • @sariomalabanan2301
      @sariomalabanan2301 6 років тому +2

      Best rendition of this song. Kudos for this Broadway singer.

  • @undefeated29
    @undefeated29 8 років тому +251

    The performance is like Eva Peron giving a heartfelt speech to her
    countrymen, but on a musical stage. This is a great version.

    • @musicaltheatergeek79
      @musicaltheatergeek79 8 років тому +6

      Then it's the wrong approach to the song. It's not supposed to be heartfelt. Eva is seducing the masses with this song. She doesn't mean a word of it.

    • @musicaltheatergeek79
      @musicaltheatergeek79 8 років тому

      But I agree that Lea's rendition is lovely albeit inappropriate for the role.

    • @chrisstoren1954
      @chrisstoren1954 7 років тому +5

      +musicaltheatergeek79. I completely disagree as to the genuineness of Eva Perón's speeches. She did so much more than seduce a nation.

    • @musicaltheatergeek79
      @musicaltheatergeek79 7 років тому +11

      I'm not talking about the real woman; I'm referring to the character in the musical, who is supposed to be seducing the masses with this number.

  • @mzalendotz3397
    @mzalendotz3397 3 роки тому +33

    It's 25th December 2020 who is still listening to this lovely voice of the classic Lea..

  • @user-fy8mu5sf2z
    @user-fy8mu5sf2z 3 роки тому +26

    lets be real here, lea sang it perfectly!

  • @HHTV60
    @HHTV60 5 років тому +196

    beautiful voice + emotional acting + pretty face = knock out!

  • @edendesilva6781
    @edendesilva6781 7 років тому +106

    I love that facial expression , of coarse her golden voice .

  • @jashley4160
    @jashley4160 2 роки тому +66

    Lea Salonga gives us a masterclass in musical theater wherever she sings. ❤️ What a Queen,

  • @Don-zo4vx
    @Don-zo4vx 3 роки тому +44

    Tina Arena's performance was a magical event with the chorus and her beautiful voice but Lea performed this as an actress. Beautiful voice and expressive performance. And a beautiful piece of music. I can't stop listening to either.

  • @kitgadaingan
    @kitgadaingan 9 років тому +281

    i agree, she tells us a story with a great voice and clarity of words..

  • @rickmiranda8183
    @rickmiranda8183 4 роки тому +109

    She is the only person beside Karen Carpenter that can sing with so much clarity to words!!! So soothing to listen to it!

    • @histoman4
      @histoman4 3 роки тому +3

      The nice thing about Karen's rendition is the great scenery showing just how beautiful Argentina is. I had no idea ti was.

    • @feninafebiyanti6710
      @feninafebiyanti6710 3 роки тому +1

      And Sinead O' Connor

    • @omegalevel2788
      @omegalevel2788 2 роки тому +2

      Also Barbra Streisand 😊

    • @ArloweJanilleP07
      @ArloweJanilleP07 2 роки тому

      @@omegalevel2788 I was about to comment this

    • @sadhanarao606
      @sadhanarao606 2 роки тому +1

      Also listen to Nicole Sherzinger with her rendition, which is outstanding!! She is highly underrated and deserves more than now.

  • @peisteid9380
    @peisteid9380 2 роки тому +44

    No other singer can express the complicated and so many layers of emotion like she did,with intense and touching your soul.

  • @morganjames5180
    @morganjames5180 3 роки тому +29

    After a lifetime of struggling to hear...
    Lea showed me the JOYS OF LISTENING.
    She is sensational ...so crisp, so profound, so breathtaking.
    She gives every single note such an amazing strength and standing.
    💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @paloyenamez230
    @paloyenamez230 5 років тому +262

    Lyrics left the group.
    and yeah, 2019 anyone?

  • @cheriechetyrbok
    @cheriechetyrbok 6 років тому +262

    Many great renditions but this one seems so crisp and clear. Like an arrow to the heart. Kinda tickles my heart or like butterfly's. ? That weird? Make any sense? Ah well she is amazing. :)

  • @tonybarrientos6610
    @tonybarrientos6610 3 роки тому +39

    This is Lea Salonga..THE PHILIPPINE LEGEND.

  • @Ecka24
    @Ecka24 Рік тому +10

    You’ll feel you’re the main character every time you’ll hear her sing. She puts you inside the melody.

  • @tkconnell
    @tkconnell 7 років тому +164

    The best version ever, as if she is speaking to the people!

  • @robinwier
    @robinwier 9 років тому +289

    Many great voices have sang it, but she brings something else. I'm no expert, so I don't know what to call it, but she does more than sing it.

    • @richardyerburgh6237
      @richardyerburgh6237 7 років тому

      Robin Wier

    • @suddenly918
      @suddenly918 7 років тому +11

      she somehow makes you feel the song :)

    • @nicholejones3876
      @nicholejones3876 7 років тому +1

      It's good but nowhere near Sarah Brightman singing it

    • @BarbaraMerryGeng
      @BarbaraMerryGeng 7 років тому +17

      Robin Wier / She owns it. Its an expression of HER personal truth , that's what you are hearing ..🌹

    • @edwardn3417
      @edwardn3417 5 років тому +1

      It’s called emotion lol

  • @kapengmainit286
    @kapengmainit286 3 роки тому +29

    I grew up believing that I have low hearing comprehension because most of the time, I cannot sing a song with at least 80% correct lyrics even if I have heard it 10 times. Lea proved that I can actually do it.

  • @nickcenon7948
    @nickcenon7948 Рік тому +10

    The one and only Lea Salonga… a broadway diva… a story teller .. she’s just amazing !!!!!

  • @hieric2341
    @hieric2341 5 років тому +483

    May 31, 2019 who's still listening???!!😍

  • @sdi1111
    @sdi1111 7 років тому +69

    I love her expressive face...shows her passion and her feelings for the words she sings...

  • @lalique512
    @lalique512 3 роки тому +28

    The best rendition - no one can match Ms. Salonga’s performance...

  • @orbital16
    @orbital16 3 роки тому +13

    Both Lea and Nicole are definitely a monster for this piece. Great voices

  • @jeffsanders4720
    @jeffsanders4720 7 років тому +47

    She just becomes the song, the lyrics, emotions, the message. She is amazing.

  • @real_jc
    @real_jc 7 років тому +219

    She's a diamond!

  • @judithslay
    @judithslay 3 роки тому +30

    The absolute BEST interpretation of this song I've ever heard ! Emotional and political.

  • @lakuspakus8782
    @lakuspakus8782 3 роки тому +14

    "Oh shit" was my reaction when I saw her name in front of the title of this song. Said it out loud. Knew it was gonna be good.

  • @jonnyd13768
    @jonnyd13768 8 років тому +544

    How the hell can anyone give this a thumbs down!!??.... WTF!!??

    • @CJofTHEdesert
      @CJofTHEdesert 7 років тому +3

      lol

    • @daddyscowgirl94
      @daddyscowgirl94 7 років тому +7

      @dznm10 slamming one artist to praise another isn't cool. they're both good in their own right. also, what does someone's sexual activity have to do with their ability to sing?

    • @pppfan103
      @pppfan103 7 років тому +11

      +dznm10 Dude, that's not cool, calling people sluts.

    • @colinthepatriot2973
      @colinthepatriot2973 7 років тому +2

      Your going from the point here all of the three singers are awesome but we all have are preferences gomez isn't worth mentioning in the same breath as those 3 tbh

    • @doods1960
      @doods1960 7 років тому +3

      They are Madonna's fans.

  • @rexcluff3105
    @rexcluff3105 7 років тому +539

    Beautiful! Her emotion is genuine when she sings. Madonna, Olivia Newton John, Karen Carpenter, Nicole Scherzinger, Patty Paige each have their own take on this song and all are beautiful. I think Olivia is the most sympathetic due to her soft and sweet voice. Nichole and Lea have the most drama due to their power. I first heard this with Madonna and was surprised at the quality of her voice. Paige is classic. I don't know which is "better", they are all great in their own special way.

    • @juansalvadorgrape6493
      @juansalvadorgrape6493 6 років тому +12

      Rex Cluff Lea's version is great but the original version (Patti LuPone) is still the best.

    • @jasminecomoda2195
      @jasminecomoda2195 6 років тому +3

      Rex Cluff 9

    • @barrymiller99
      @barrymiller99 5 років тому +6

      The Paige you are referring to is Elaine Page, (not Patty, who was born in 1923) who was the first to sing and perform the role onstage (in London). She would have opened it in NY but was denied a work permit. Julie Covington did the original recorded version, which pre-dated the play. She declined the stage role, and thus it was given to Ms. Page, who was brilliant (and still is).

    • @pete6942
      @pete6942 5 років тому +7

      I think you got Patti LuPone mixed up with Elaine Paige.

    • @barrymiller99
      @barrymiller99 5 років тому +6

      No, Elaine Page first in London. Later, Patti LuPone in NY. And prior to both, a recorded version by Julie Covington, who turned down the stage version. I'm embarrassed that I know all this, haha.

  • @jonalynpimentel4437
    @jonalynpimentel4437 3 роки тому +18

    She just becomes the song, the lyrics, emotion, the message she is amazing, beautiful voice,emational, acting, pretty face

  • @georgefowler4682
    @georgefowler4682 Рік тому +5

    Madonna did a great job with this ... and Lea left her in the dust ...

  • @Katalex29
    @Katalex29 6 років тому +21

    She is a true talent, no sound checking, no lip syncing, no back up dancers and singers to enhance a performance, just true talent.

  • @fifthsicangco518
    @fifthsicangco518 4 роки тому +225

    Who is listening November 19 2019?❤

  • @williamdarling3993
    @williamdarling3993 Рік тому +21

    A superb presentation and no
    Slurring of lyrics! A joy to listen to again and again! Ms salon ga is blessed with a spectacular voice and ability to make her song wrap the listeners in joyous song!

  • @donhammer3704
    @donhammer3704 3 роки тому +16

    OMG! Lea Salonga has made me shiver with her performances, many times, this one even more so! It's impossible to imagine what reaction would evolve if I could see her in person someday but I've reached the age that it would never happen.

    • @andreilin9348
      @andreilin9348 3 роки тому +2

      Anything is possible. Just trust in Him. ☝️💕

  • @enbymack1846
    @enbymack1846 4 роки тому +39

    Her voice is like the ringing of a bell. It's so pure and clear. I don't think she projects as much emotion as some other singers, but just hearing the beauty that is her voice more than makes up for it. Such a legend!

  • @sabrinadb7
    @sabrinadb7 8 років тому +199

    Jai Ho Philippines. Filipinos are born musicians. It's in their blood.

    • @theresag1969
      @theresag1969 4 роки тому

      I think so too.

    • @juststuff8906
      @juststuff8906 4 роки тому +1

      So what am I, not Filipino?

    • @tildag.9809
      @tildag.9809 4 роки тому +3

      Africans too
      Indians too
      Everybody.
      But she stands out

    • @Kino-Imsureq
      @Kino-Imsureq 4 роки тому

      @@tildag.9809 He didn't say _only filipinos_ think twice before clicking that reply button.

    • @tildag.9809
      @tildag.9809 4 роки тому +1

      Kino Bacaltos i commented according to what I saw and understood. I see only Filipinos there. Since you are the one to think twice, tell me what he said, and explain it so that my understand.
      I’m waiting...

  • @issacgeorge7229
    @issacgeorge7229 3 роки тому +5

    DONT CRY FOR ME PHILIPPINES ANG HIRAP MONG MAHALIN

  • @kevinwells4986
    @kevinwells4986 Рік тому +7

    I saw this somehow. I know the original, very very well. I closed my eyes immediately just to hear her, and not think about the original. I guess I now double down on my love for this song, she did it so beautifully as well. She is very impressive.

  • @Puddingtops
    @Puddingtops 4 роки тому +51

    A few seconds ago I was watching the economics of a Nuclear reactor Vs a Gas powered power station by the Illinois professor now I’ve just enjoyed this master piece of music . I love UA-cam !

  • @catlentv
    @catlentv 4 роки тому +154

    Wow,, who's listening October 5, 2019❤️

  • @suzm8171
    @suzm8171 Рік тому +11

    Lea's singing ....I am one big goosebump! spectacular!!! She just SINGS....with passion, conviction, and understanding. Just immersed in the music, no "parlor tricks"......How refreshing!!!

  • @waitwho4416
    @waitwho4416 2 роки тому +9

    May we talk about her crescendo? It's literally purrrrfect! Also the orchestra is just 💯

  • @bennysevier4605
    @bennysevier4605 4 роки тому +40

    This is the best version of this song I have listened to.

    • @melodeereyes3911
      @melodeereyes3911 3 роки тому +1

      Agree i love this version

    • @MichaelThompson-jq3zf
      @MichaelThompson-jq3zf Рік тому

      Nicole Scherzinger's version is the best I've heard & i've heard several versions.
      Lea 's versions isn't the worst but Elaine Paige is next best after Nicole.😉

  • @Preciousmae22
    @Preciousmae22 7 років тому +249

    Lea Salonga and Nicole are both fFilipinos no wonder they have beautiful voices. I love Philippines. 😍

    • @katzparov
      @katzparov 7 років тому +6

      Actually, Nicole Sherzinger was born in Hawaii and raised in Kentucky USA as shown in Wikipedia.
      Nicole Scherzinger (/niˈkoʊl ˈʃɜːrzɪŋər/; born Nicole Prascovia Elikolani Valiente; June 29, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii and raised in Louisville, Kentucky. She is best known for her work with the pop group the Pussycat Dolls and her on off relationship with British F1 driver Lewis Hamilton. She is a popular sex symbol, having appeared in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women in both 2014 and 2015.[1]

    • @karlolei
      @karlolei 7 років тому +6

      +katzparov she's half Filipina.

    • @michaelb2149
      @michaelb2149 7 років тому +8

      Nicole's half-Filipino.

    • @roxettenicolepcd
      @roxettenicolepcd 7 років тому +15

      +katzparov Nicole is a half Filipina 1/4 Hawaiian and 1/4 Ukranian

    • @ifurkennel1020
      @ifurkennel1020 7 років тому +11

      She's Nicole Valiente before, her surname came from her pure filipino father

  • @zacmumblethunder7466
    @zacmumblethunder7466 3 роки тому +27

    Like all the best Evitas, Leah Salonga understands that this is not a love song but a political speech. It's Eva consolidating her hold over her people.

    • @nstix2009xitsn
      @nstix2009xitsn Рік тому

      Yes! Is it possible that Salonga had read Evita's real speech? Her performance is not of the show but of the speech.

    • @zacmumblethunder7466
      @zacmumblethunder7466 Рік тому +1

      @@nstix2009xitsn As far as I know there's no direct link between the song and any of Evita's actual speeches. They tended to be far more assertive in tone. Fiery condemnations of the oligarchy and impassioned expressions of support for the workers and their families.
      I think Salonga is aware of how the scene is supposed to be played on stage. More recent stagings have lessened it's grandeur. In the original staging the direction given to Elaine Paige by Hal Prince was to sing it as a political manifesto. That staging had a more aggressive, brutal feel than newer versions I've seen.

    • @nstix2009xitsn
      @nstix2009xitsn Рік тому

      @@zacmumblethunder7466 Thanks for the back story.

  • @Noneat
    @Noneat 3 роки тому +17

    Classy and beautiful. World class. Filipinos must be so gifted and proud of her.

  • @cnvlpost
    @cnvlpost 8 років тому +112

    She does this song with such passion...no one, to me, does it badly but I believe she does it best. A song that has such meaning to me. If you know the story of Evita Peron it helps.

    • @musicaltheatergeek79
      @musicaltheatergeek79 8 років тому +8

      Perhaps she was channeling Filipino first lady Imelda Marcos, whose story is very similar to Evita's, e.g. former beauty pageant contestant meets an up and coming politician and helps him become president and is his greatest asset, then looted the country's treasury for her many shoes and other luxuries. In fact, when the 1980s TV movie EVITA PERON (starring Faye Dunaway) was screened in Manila (it was released in theaters there), they cut out the scene where Eva showed an American photographer her vast shoe collection.

    • @elisacahinhinan730
      @elisacahinhinan730 7 років тому +2

      wow. your. voice. is. so. b3eatiful kept it. on.

  • @wnkjaxfl
    @wnkjaxfl 6 років тому +128

    My fellow lovers of music, I read with amusement all of the posts promoting one singer over another. In my opinion they are all wonderful performers gifting us with this glorious song Each one brings her own particular, special talent for our enjoyment. As for Lea Salonga, she is a world treasure who transcends any background and ethnicity. A private treasure for all hearing her perform. May she sing for us forever.

    • @elizabethavila-elayda4183
      @elizabethavila-elayda4183 5 років тому

      Beautiful and magnificent projection of lyrical contents and voice quality - super divine

  • @joenalewabau9589
    @joenalewabau9589 3 роки тому +10

    Her voice is not only so melodious and beautiful her diction was so clear I could really feel each word in the song.

  • @pinkberry3518
    @pinkberry3518 3 роки тому +8

    Her voice is not only clear but crispy fresh too

  • @ALLshALLfALL06
    @ALLshALLfALL06 5 років тому +19

    When she sings, I can almost see flowers coming out her mouth.

  • @NorikaOnCamera
    @NorikaOnCamera 9 років тому +53

    One of the Best Broadway Star!! I love you Lea Salonga!

  • @kotori40
    @kotori40 3 роки тому +37

    I love how she really takes her time, sets her own tempo, and commands the stage with the gravitas the role calls for....

  • @matksaurbier1050
    @matksaurbier1050 3 роки тому +12

    Wow I never knew what I was missing. Lea has such a beautiful voice.

  • @anjeimae1998
    @anjeimae1998 9 років тому +222

    A really great singer that never fade.

  • @doloreshall8968
    @doloreshall8968 5 років тому +11

    My name is Dolores Caneda Hall. I love to watch your concert my dear Lea Salonga!!!

  • @lvckytv7532
    @lvckytv7532 3 роки тому +32

    Lea's voice is crystal clear 2020 still watching

    • @kaeselle8185
      @kaeselle8185 3 роки тому +1

      Watching December 31,2020 1:12pm ~ HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎉

  • @pinayteacher2004
    @pinayteacher2004 4 роки тому +13

    She is an emotional singer..perfect enunciation, diction and facial expressions....

  • @dexterdaughtry4728
    @dexterdaughtry4728 4 роки тому +27

    PHENOMENALLY SANG IT WELL. THE CLARITY OF EVERY LYRICS WERE CRYSTAL CLEAR. AMAZING LEA SALONGA. REAL CLEAR VOICE. I LOVE IT.

  • @thecasualcitizen492
    @thecasualcitizen492 8 років тому +155

    Beautiful song, beautifully done. Moving

  • @shadesofgreen921
    @shadesofgreen921 Рік тому +13

    I really love the drama in her voice alone. So fascinating and amazing.❤

  • @nathandy6895
    @nathandy6895 4 роки тому +22

    December 14, 2019, who's listening?? 🧡