I am so glad this young man is being recognized for being the amazing talent he is. If there is a heaven, I know his dad is looking down on him with pride. He is such a brilliant example of what his culture has to offer the world.
@@ceesee3153 Lol, He can do no wrong. Gotta love him.😀 But with the gum, pink shorts and slippers he does seem a little overconfident . He could have dressed up. Not every day you graduate. I hope he does not change and becomes arrogant. Stay humble.
How is he overconfident/arrogant? He’s just being an average teenage boy lmao I went to high school with plenty of non-famous kids who wore shorts to every occasion and chewed gum at graduation
I'm rooting so hard for this kid. I love that Jelly Roll is determined to see this kid become a star. His story is inspiring. I lost my dad 4 years ago and only time heals, but this kid is a unique gift and his voice is healing.
We love you Iam and love listening to that beautiful Angelic voice, we were so excited and dawned our new team tongi shirts, seemed like we waited forever for them... 🎶🎸
Congratulations Iam! You sound just as amazing in a high school auditorium as you did in a highly produced atmosphere. It's all you - you earned the win and the degree
Going forward, it would be so wonderful for him to begin a lifestyle change for better health. He has so much to look forward to and so much talent to share.
What do you mean isn't a normal person, he's a regular kid like other students, he's finished his high school, he has a singing talent that God Bless him for, You are being blessed 🙌 William,
I love how real and genuine this kid is. What you see is what you get. I love his flip flops and the fact that no matter where he goes, the Mana will follow him.
What a big school. That's a huge graduating class. The best redition I have hurd you sing William, better than all the backing you had on Idol, Go well in the amazing future that is ahead of you. As you represent so many facets of your life. Your family and what they stand. Your cultures, Your School, Your Community, Your Music.
I love Ian but man I'm worried about him with his weight gain. He's a great singer and I want him to be around for many more years to come not just for his ability to entertain but so he can continue to spread the joy he brings to people with his immense talent. Brother Iz passed many years ago and suffered from weight related issues for most of his final years. I pray for Ian and I hope the nervousness of being a new celebrity doesn't add more stress to his life.
I am a dialysis nurse and knowing that his dad died with kidney failure that's a worry in the back of my mind too.. I am hoping he won't have other comorbidities that will be exacerbated by his weight gain. Hope he takes care of himself..
Congrats on your graduation Iam. Beautiful song, well sung.. You are brilliant. I know in my heart your dad was right by your side today. He is always with you. Bless you.
@@margaretsleator5530 I said the very same thing to my grandson who attends the same school as lam. It's worrisome to me, but my grandson said he's Samoan , grandma. I know many Samoan's tend to be larger, but it's still dangerous to carry all that extra weight. He's young and can correct the problem.
Proud of you iam yessah!! Love you🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘can't get enough of your voice❤❤❤❤thank you for bringing Hawaii on the map yessah! From San Antonio,Texas 🤙🤙🤙🤙🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓
I’m over here clapping along, what a treat to his class and school, and the world. His voice and the control he has over it, I want to hear more from this young man soon! Congratulations to all the students who worked so hard and have their whole lives ahead of them. Dream big dreams and don’t let go!
Seriously? You can sing and chew gum at the same time? What a hoot! LOL! You must be 18 and thoroughly enjoying your moment! j/k You managed to look fab and sound fab so Congratulations! Know you're going to enjoy the beautiful future you've secured for yourself, so you GO guy! and thank you for all the beautiful memories you've made with your audiences already. 🥰
Dave Grohl plays every foo fighters show with gum in his mouth. It's a way to keep time, he started it as a drummer and kept it up when he became a lead singer.
Love everything about him… not just his voice his personality is just so humble and incredibly kind… ❤ the only American idol winner who ever touched my heart with every song he sang! He never fails. He was meant for greatness
Wasn't even at his graduation but he took me there with his special number. Love you Iam, a beautiful light in our dark times. CONGRATULATIONS on your second victory 🎉.
I love 💓💓😘 your voice almost every time I hear you I cry you put so much feeling in your music 🎶 God Bless you in all you!!! I hope you never change your sweet personality!!!🎉
As a high school classmate of da IZ, I feel his soul, spirit lives on.... in IAM.... beautiful, honest and honorable, CHEEEE HUUU!! Aloha from westside to the north shore, yesssa!
Iam congratulations on your success and graduation. Always be yourself. It takes strength and confidence to sing in front of so many people. People who wear flip flops like you and me are honest and trustworthy. 😊 wishing you all the best Iam, you deserve it!
❤❤CONGRATULATIONS, TONGI!!! Your future is bright! This is just the beginning!!! Your father is looking down , smiling and is so proud of you!! YOU'RE ROCKTASTIC!🤘😎
Congrats on all you winner's. I was not surprised that you would sing for everyone. You walk down so cool and hold your head up high and never let go! ❤
Congratulations to The Class of 2023 and Iam Tongi, The 2023 American Idol winner. I know that your family is very proud of you and your father is smiling down on you from heaven. May God bless you all always 🙏✝️🥳🎊🎉🎊🥳🎉🥳🎊🎂🧑🎓
Congratulations on your high school graduation you are a prime example of what young people can achieve if they put there mind to it Your father is so proud of the man you become your mother is also so proud if you as well as fans Go make it big with your music an please be safe an keep posting your music this song was absolutely beautiful
Iam u are a angel from the very moment u audition singing monsters u had my heart and I knew you was going to become the 2023 American idol everything you have attempted to sing has had a huge impact on me and all humans around the world congratulations. U deserve it ..good luck buddy brah xoxo.. thank you for sharing your gift and sorrows.😢❤ Congratulations on your graduation party time 🎉
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I am so glad this young man is being recognized for being the amazing talent he is. If there is a heaven, I know his dad is looking down on him with pride. He is such a brilliant example of what his culture has to offer the world.
I love this kid. I pray to God he finds the help.... and the will to lose weight so he doesn't suffer Izzy's fate.
"If there is a heaven"😅😅😅
There is a Heaven alright and Jesus is coming back very soon x
There is a Heaven ❤😊🎉
His culture is Human. Why divide us from there?
Please IAM take care of your body so your music will live on. I don't want you to die young like IZ KAMAKAWIWAOLE😢❤
ABSOLUTELY RIGHT ! 🙏
Exactly what I was thinking!! And may your career prosper, so you can return home to the islands & survive!!
YES to this!!
Yes! (no body shaming)
Amen to him😇😇
Him wearing his pink shorts n slippahs. Classic Iam....❤ this kid 😂
Signature outfit for graduation. Nobody else can pull this off.
And chewing gum!
@@ceesee3153 Lol, He can do no wrong. Gotta love him.😀 But with the gum, pink shorts and slippers he does seem a little overconfident . He could have dressed up. Not every day you graduate. I hope he does not change and becomes arrogant. Stay humble.
How is he overconfident/arrogant? He’s just being an average teenage boy lmao I went to high school with plenty of non-famous kids who wore shorts to every occasion and chewed gum at graduation
Gotta love it! Chewing gum, wearing slippahs, enjoying he moment. Grats to Iam Tongi.
Still rocking them flip-flops lol. You the man!!! Congratulations
They called thongs mah boi
Watching/listening to him sing, can’t help but smile from the second he starts singing to the very end… that’s a gift
Hi Stephanie how are you doing
I'm rooting so hard for this kid. I love that Jelly Roll is determined to see this kid become a star. His story is inspiring. I lost my dad 4 years ago and only time heals, but this kid is a unique gift and his voice is healing.
I hope Jelly Roll encourages him to get healthier.
Wow that voice is amazing, no auto tune needed, he’s the real deal!
Thank you for your utmost love and support 😍
Congratulations! You are so famous, so talented, so loved and yet so humble.
Everytime i watch him he just puts a smile on my face. Congratulations Iam
Same 🎉🎉❤❤
We love you Iam and love listening to that beautiful
Angelic voice, we were so excited and dawned our new team tongi shirts, seemed like we waited forever for them... 🎶🎸
Hi Debbie how are you doing
Thank you Decatur High School for supporting Iam and all your students. Thank you Iam for sharing your gift with the World.
Congratulations Iam! You sound just as amazing in a high school auditorium as you did in a highly produced atmosphere. It's all you - you earned the win and the degree
Going forward, it would be so wonderful for him to begin a lifestyle change for better health. He has so much to look forward to and so much talent to share.
I'm sure his Dad was watching from above and beaming from such great pride he has in his amazing talented son❤❤❤
One of the purest voices I've ever heard.
It isn't a normal person and this kid is the gift
TRUE He's God's Given Miracle Magical Incredible Beautiful ANGEL SUPERSTAR He's very Special n very Humble love Him n his Proud Parents n family.
He's a peach!!!
I’m glad he finished school with his class
@@carolcarlsonives omg ❤❤❤
What do you mean isn't a normal person, he's a regular kid like other students, he's finished his high school, he has a singing talent that God Bless him for, You are being blessed 🙌 William,
I love how real and genuine this kid is. What you see is what you get. I love his flip flops and the fact that no matter where he goes, the Mana will follow him.
What a big school. That's a huge graduating class.
The best redition I have hurd you sing William, better than all the backing you had on Idol, Go well in the amazing future that is ahead of you. As you represent so many facets of your life. Your family and what they stand. Your cultures, Your School, Your Community, Your Music.
Congrats,, ,Iam Stay as humble and kind and loving as you are, and you will be a great role model for the young and us seniors too.! 7:23
When he sings, I can't help but think of Israel Kamakawiwo’ole.
Me too!
Me too 😭😭😭
I love Ian but man I'm worried about him with his weight gain. He's a great singer and I want him to be around for many more years to come not just for his ability to entertain but so he can continue to spread the joy he brings to people with his immense talent. Brother Iz passed many years ago and suffered from weight related issues for most of his final years. I pray for Ian and I hope the nervousness of being a new celebrity doesn't add more stress to his life.
I am a dialysis nurse and knowing that his dad died with kidney failure that's a worry in the back of my mind too.. I am hoping he won't have other comorbidities that will be exacerbated by his weight gain. Hope he takes care of himself..
That’s my worry too
Fantastic. A small step into America a great step for a great singer. Congratulations for completing this step in your life.
What a bright future he has. He is special. Congratulations!!
Congratulations Iam! God bless you ❤️🙏
Congratulations, Iam! 🎉 The best is yet to come! ❤
Hi meriechioe how are you doing
congratulations class of 2023 !! wishing you all success in all you do . Iam you are a special talent ❤
Wow. Chewing gum and singing and yet sound amazing!
I was thinking the same things 😅
He is an angel on earth. He has incredible talent, God bless you Iam and your family!❤🎉 Congratulations 🎉🎈🍾🎊 ‼️
Love his walk down from the stage to his guitar and how he clocks people he knows etc - so cool 😎 !
Thank you for your support 😍
Congrats on your graduation Iam.
Beautiful song, well sung.. You are brilliant.
I know in my heart your dad was right by your side today. He is always with you.
Bless you.
Congratulations 🎊 your Dad would be so proud of you you are awesome 🥰
Iam-so proud of you 🎉 My granddaughter also graduated with your class 😊 Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Hi Laura how are you doing
This poor guy will have to look after his health immediately….
@@margaretsleator5530 I said the very same thing to my grandson who attends the same school as lam. It's worrisome to me, but my grandson said he's Samoan , grandma. I know many Samoan's tend to be larger, but it's still dangerous to carry all that extra weight. He's young and can correct the problem.
Proud of you iam yessah!! Love you🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘can't get enough of your voice❤❤❤❤thank you for bringing Hawaii on the map yessah! From San Antonio,Texas 🤙🤙🤙🤙🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓🧑🎓
Congrats Iam! Gosh I just love this kid!! ❤❤
Hi Kiara how are you doing
Congratulations Iam. God bless and guide you on your journey. Stay humble. You are lovable.
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Awesome !!!!! Congradulations Iam Tongi !!! And to all your fellow students , and all of Hawaiian Family for helping raise all those winners !
I’m over here clapping along, what a treat to his class and school, and the world. His voice and the control he has over it, I want to hear more from this young man soon!
Congratulations to all the students who worked so hard and have their whole lives ahead of them. Dream big dreams and don’t let go!
What a treat!! To have Iam sing at graduation!! 🎉 Congrats Iam!!
Hello beautiful great fan ❤
Congratulations Iam Tongi 👨🎓🎉You have a magically smooth singing voice 💯🎤❤️
Congratulations Class of 2023. Congratulations Iam , awesome message and song dedication to your classmates.
What an appropriate graduation song.. Don't Let Go... of your dreams.
Congratulations Iam NEVER CHANGE ALWAYS STAY YOUR HUMBLE SELF
Seriously? You can sing and chew gum at the same time? What a hoot! LOL! You must be 18 and thoroughly enjoying your moment! j/k You managed to look fab and sound fab so Congratulations! Know you're going to enjoy the beautiful future you've secured for yourself, so you GO guy! and thank you for all the beautiful memories you've made with your audiences already. 🥰
I could not believe he could chew gum and sing! Real good!
Dave Grohl plays every foo fighters show with gum in his mouth. It's a way to keep time, he started it as a drummer and kept it up when he became a lead singer.
“Cos we are all winners today” very nice and humble person!!!! Congratulations Iam and to your batchmates!!!!! 🤙🏼
Congratulations 🎊 IAM. Cheeeeeeehoooooo Go IAM!! 😢 ❤️
Love everything about him… not just his voice his personality is just so humble and incredibly kind… ❤ the only American idol winner who ever touched my heart with every song he sang! He never fails. He was meant for greatness
I absolutely love that he wore shorts and flip flops to his graduation and sang while chewing bubble gum. All confidence. ❤
All just a young teen, haha love that he is still the sweet kid we all cried with when he sang Monsters
I Love the little kid in him, amazing!! Congratulations Iam on your graduation and American idol 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you for your utmost love and support 😍
Congratulations. So we’ll deserved. Stay humble but reach for the ⭐️
Congratulations Iam
Your parents so proud of you Specially your Father in heaven
God bless you and your family 🙏 ❤️
Wasn't even at his graduation but he took me there with his special number. Love you Iam, a beautiful light in our dark times. CONGRATULATIONS on your second victory 🎉.
You say that but will you date him?
@@Griemmy cringe... you give off low key stalker vibes over Iam. 😬
@@Griemmy fr
@@Griemmy 💀go outside
CONGRATULATIONS TONGI AND ALL YOUR CLASSMATES ON GRADUATION DAY! 🎉
Am so happy for you sharing this awesome milestone. Congrats young man and God's blessings upon you now and always.🇯🇲❤
Hi Yvonne how are you doing
I am doing great, thank you. Keep up the good job👍
I love 💓💓😘 your voice almost every time I hear you I cry you put so much feeling in your music 🎶 God Bless you in all you!!! I hope you never change your sweet personality!!!🎉
Still a baby to my heart.. Love u iam
Congratulations!!!! Iam We love you ❤️❤️
As a high school classmate of da IZ, I feel his soul, spirit lives on.... in IAM.... beautiful, honest and honorable, CHEEEE HUUU!! Aloha from westside to the north shore, yesssa!
I love the confidence just all over this young man.❤🎉
Iam congratulations on your success and graduation. Always be yourself. It takes strength and confidence to sing in front of so many people. People who wear flip flops like you and me are honest and trustworthy. 😊 wishing you all the best Iam, you deserve it!
Pure Tonga 🇹🇴 silipa moe ngau pulole yessha go Iam congratulations your journey is just begun. Don't let go
Just as flawless as when he had the band behind him. His voice is so delightful, smooth and addicting!
Many blessings Iam can't wait for your Sacramento visit we love ya buddy thank God for ya. Stay Iam blessings
This is brilliant 🎉thank you for sharing . Congrats Iam 🎉
Yessssa!! Congrats Iam🤙Your BEST is yet to come!
Congratulations to Iam and all the graduates! 🎓 Glad he was able to graduate on time. 🎉
Now that's an amazing song for this friends on such a day. How can they not remember this song as parting friend's!! Don't let go!! Wonderful.
I love how he changed back to being the kid he really is. I was for Iam all the way.
❤❤CONGRATULATIONS, TONGI!!! Your future is bright! This is just the beginning!!! Your father is looking down , smiling and is so proud of you!! YOU'RE ROCKTASTIC!🤘😎
Braddah still with his slipah so proud of you I Am Tongi much Love & Aloha to Da Tongi Ohana Cheeehuuu !!! Here we goooooo !!!
Take pride in how far you've come. Have Faith in how far you can go. But don't forget to enjoy the journey.❤ Congratulations way to go.
Wow...even while chewing gum he still sounds great!
The chewing gum was not so ok i think
In my opinion, it shows a lack of respect for the people listening to him.
He’s a big boy let the man eat
@@DawidTheBearhis just a kid
@@DawidTheBearand nobody payed to hear him sing he did it for free
I didn’t think this was even possible but he has gotten even better since American Idol
Congratulations Iam on your graduation and winning American Idol. You are awesome. 🎉
YOU DID IT CONGRATULATIONS..
Imagine a kid at school winning American idol. How many popular kids ignored him for years all of a sudden wanted to be friends with him? lol
Congratulations, Iam, for everything! ❤
Wonderful!❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Congrats!! What an amazing example of life and love!
Congratulations to all of you .May God lead you 🙏 and guide you on your journeys in life 🙏...God bless from Louisiana..
Beautiful! Love the sense of humor, too! "Restart!" ❤👏🏽😁
Congratulations, Iam!
Love your singing so much. Voted for you on idol Ian. God bless you always.
Congratulations Iam you are such an amazing talented young man❣️ I can’t wait to hear you sing again ❤️
Congratulations from the other side of the mountains here in Washington! Beautiful. Happy for you and your success!!
Congratulations Class of 2023! Iam, ur still my idol. ❤u
Congratulations again Iam Tongi and to all your classmates 🎉
Congrats on all you winner's. I was not surprised that you would sing for everyone. You walk down so cool and hold your head up high and never let go! ❤
Purest voice no need auto tune let’s go Pacific Islanders Let’s go IamTongi
Coming back 2024 just to comment and this one.
Congratulations to The Class of 2023 and Iam Tongi, The 2023 American Idol winner. I know that your family is very proud of you and your father is smiling down on you from heaven. May God bless you all always 🙏✝️🥳🎊🎉🎊🥳🎉🥳🎊🎂🧑🎓
Congratulations to class of 2023🎉🎉 Iam thank you for not letting the spotlight be taking off your fellow classmates 👍👍
What's an amazing story thank you for sharing with us ❤
Congratulations Iam Tongi for another great achievement.👍❤🎉
CONGRATULATIONS 🎉❤🎉❤🎉!!!
Congratulations Iam... On your Graduation and Celebrating your big victories!!! and Congrats to all the 2023 Grads this year.
Love You IAM❤Congratulation to you🎉
Congratulations on your high school graduation you are a prime example of what young people can achieve if they put there mind to it Your father is so proud of the man you become your mother is also so proud if you as well as fans Go make it big with your music an please be safe an keep posting your music this song was absolutely beautiful
Congratulations 🎉 Iam. May God continue to bless you and your future endeavors. Looking forward for your live concert here in Los Angeles, CA. 😊
Congratulations to Iam and all of the graduates. Iam, beautiful job!
Iam u are a angel from the very moment u audition singing monsters u had my heart and I knew you was going to become the 2023 American idol everything you have attempted to sing has had a huge impact on me and all humans around the world congratulations. U deserve it ..good luck buddy brah xoxo.. thank you for sharing your gift and sorrows.😢❤ Congratulations on your graduation party time 🎉
Congratulations bruddah. Amazing voice. Makukane is so very proud of you.