Powerful stuff indeed. The whole movie had a "gospel" theme to it, gospel being a Greek word. However this song can be said to be a Christian anthem, for the rewards are in the next world. Paul's metaphor of the marathon with a crown intended for those who can persist.
I have often dreamed of a far off place Where a hero's welcome would be waiting for me Where the crowds would cheer, when they see my face And a voice keeps saying this is where I'm meant to be I'll be there someday, I can go the distance I will find my way if I can be strong I know every mile would be worth my while When I go the distance, I'll be right where I belong Down an unknown road to embrace my fate Though that road may wander, it will lead me to you And a thousand years would be worth the wait It might take a lifetime but somehow I'll see it through And I won't look back, I can go the distance And I'll stay on track, no I won't accept defeat It's an uphill slope But I won't loose hope, 'till I go the distance And my journey is complete, oh yeah But to look beyond the glory is the hardest part For a hero's strength is measured by his heart, oh Like a shooting star, I will go the distance I will search the world, I will face its harms I don't care how far, I can go the distance 'Till I find my hero's welcome waiting in your arms I will search the world, I will face its harms 'Till I find my hero's welcome waiting in your arms
I wish I had played this song for my dad during his funeral. He was a great man. He played such an important role in his community, in his family, in my life. On his death bed when I visited him at the hospital. I asked him how he was and he said I'm up there with the best. I'm literally sitting alone in the dark crying. Missing him.
WOW, what an incredible voice and a truly moving performance. I have chills listening to this young man. I predict it won't be long before we hear more about and from Chris Blem.
I've heard many versions of this, but Chris is vocally and emotionally far above all the others. He tells the story with his heart, the voice rides on that melody, and takes you on that journey that we are all traveling on to get home.
Absolutely incredible rendition!!!! The best I’ve ever heard of this song 👏🏻👏🏻 Please never give up and keep pursuing your passion, you are truly remarkable!
I keep returning to this version. Chris, I think this is the best performance I've heard and seen of this song by any male singer. Thank you for sharing it!
Chris, this is literally the best vocal cover of this song on the net and possibly the world. I love the subtle tone of your voice. I wish I had your gift. Keep pushing man. God, it would be so cool to have your capabilities and a whole orchestra behind me
I'm crying My heart had been broken at once but I could have been think do my best again by listening your song.Thank you so much Sorry for my poor English From a Japanese/18
Such emphasis at the ending. Which is the most important. How slowed the of a loner who went through many unimaginable struggles just to be loved. That's a true hero, if you ever realize his or her's REAL LIFE STORY...
I thought Micheal had the best voice for this song until i came across this. This is so beautiful. Absolutely perfectly sung. And the orchestra is amazing too
never actually heard the full version before (despite this being one of my favourite Disney songs), but I'm very happy to have heard this rendition as my first
I've seen the performance live twice, and I still tear even watching after I'm back from Japan. Too bad the Disnay on Classic is performed only there...
"I will search the world, I will face it's harms" - that lyric destroys me! Beautiful.
Most underrated Disney song of all time
I agree. Brings tears to me eyes every time I hear it. This movie sparked my love of Greco/Roman mythology as a kid
Agree, should have been there on top of any Disney songs' list. One of the best OST.
This song is one of my favorite....I love it....
Cant agree more!
Agreed
Christmas season 2024:
This is still amazing, Chris!
I think this the most emotional performance I have ever seen.What voice.Really moved me.
At 2:24, this guy was holding back the tears. He truly gets the emotions of the song!
he obviously liked hercules when he was a kid lol
Beautiful voice, heartfelt interpretation, thank you so much for this!
Never really paid any attention to the lyrics until now... They're absolutely beautiful.
Zeus be mad with you bro
And jupiter
Powerful stuff indeed.
The whole movie had a "gospel" theme to it, gospel being a Greek word.
However this song can be said to be a Christian anthem, for the rewards are in the next world. Paul's metaphor of the marathon with a crown intended for those who can persist.
Got played a lot on the radio after 9/11. That and Seek and Destroy by Metallica.
Give this man and orchestra a medal!
👏👏👏😹😹ステキです😌💓私、英語全く分からないんですけどヘラクレスの想いが彼に宿ってますね🤩泣きそうになります😢
Wonderful vocals and emotional connection - and the orchestral sound is perfect!
I have often dreamed of a far off place
Where a hero's welcome would be waiting for me
Where the crowds would cheer, when they see my face
And a voice keeps saying this is where I'm meant to be
I'll be there someday, I can go the distance
I will find my way if I can be strong
I know every mile would be worth my while
When I go the distance, I'll be right where I belong
Down an unknown road to embrace my fate
Though that road may wander, it will lead me to you
And a thousand years would be worth the wait
It might take a lifetime but somehow I'll see it through
And I won't look back, I can go the distance
And I'll stay on track, no I won't accept defeat
It's an uphill slope
But I won't loose hope, 'till I go the distance
And my journey is complete, oh yeah
But to look beyond the glory is the hardest part
For a hero's strength is measured by his heart, oh
Like a shooting star, I will go the distance
I will search the world, I will face its harms
I don't care how far, I can go the distance
'Till I find my hero's welcome waiting in your arms
I will search the world, I will face its harms
'Till I find my hero's welcome waiting in your arms
By FAR the greatest performance I have EVER heard of this song EVER
princepeterwolf YES!
I like michael’s performance a lot actually
I was about to suggest going to listen to Michael Bolton's version...probably in my top 10 songs of all time
Actually Michael Bolton's live version is every bit as good if not better. But Lea Salonga's live version is the best IMO.
Try Anthony Calea's version from Special Olympics 2013 - that is the best
This is the most beautiful version of this song I have ever heard. OG 90s kids need to hear this.
I wish I had played this song for my dad during his funeral. He was a great man. He played such an important role in his community, in his family, in my life. On his death bed when I visited him at the hospital. I asked him how he was and he said I'm up there with the best. I'm literally sitting alone in the dark crying. Missing him.
WOW, what an incredible voice and a truly moving performance. I have chills listening to this young man. I predict it won't be long before we hear more about and from Chris Blem.
His voice is UNREAL !!!! Stunning 😍😍
Such a passionate performance.
He put his heart in this song all you have to do is truly lesson anfpd you can here it. Beautiful simply beautiful.
I've heard many versions of this, but Chris is vocally and emotionally far above all the others. He tells the story with his heart, the voice rides on that melody, and takes you on that journey that we are all traveling on to get home.
Absolutely incredible rendition!!!! The best I’ve ever heard of this song 👏🏻👏🏻 Please never give up and keep pursuing your passion, you are truly remarkable!
I keep returning to this version. Chris, I think this is the best performance I've heard and seen of this song by any male singer. Thank you for sharing it!
WOW !! Just beautiful
Chris, this is literally the best vocal cover of this song on the net and possibly the world. I love the subtle tone of your voice. I wish I had your gift. Keep pushing man. God, it would be so cool to have your capabilities and a whole orchestra behind me
I am afraid there is nothing subtle about this.
WERK, CHRIS. One of my favorite voices in the biz! Miss singing with you.
Wow! This was like breathing in a breath of fresh air.... The passion in his voice and performance is out of this world!
表情、歌声全部好きです
最高すぎる😭感動です😭✨
Chris Blem brings music to life. BRAVO
最高です✨
初めてディズニーオンクラッシックで聞いてから、あなたの声や表現が大好きです✨
Best cover version I have ever fucking heard. Amazing amazing amazing !
The emotion/meaning of this song is being conveyed wondefully
A Jay katrina velarde cover way more better you wont regret
YES, YES, YES. Full of emotions and subtleness. Best Cover
That's the best performace of this song that I have ever listened to in my life. Simply amazing. Very well done!!! Love it.
3:23 Same
A really wonderful performance. One of the greatest Disney Songs
Made me cry, so very beautiful.
Heartfelt rendition. Congratulations on your outstanding performance.
Fantastic, why have I only just seen this. What a voice ❤
One of the best that i have heard...made me cry.
I honestly wanted to cry by listening to this song it gives me hope and motivation to get up in the morning
This is the most incredible vocal I have heard in my life and it's the first time I cried of amazement. This is truly incredible. Thank you so much.
Epic rendition!
Beautiful.
Wow - stunning, stunning vocals - and obviously also a brilliant performance by the orchestra. Good work!
An amazing performance! When the performer truly understand the emotion and impact of the music, the song and singer bring out the best of each other!
Your high notes at 3:00 to 3:09 are SO LEGENDARY!!! I can literally replay it for minutes!
Magnificent and heart-felt performance.
Really enjoyed your accuracy and passion young man. Excellent job!
I love this song very much. Thank you for the best performance.
Incredible! Just blown away!
Okay why isnt he a global superstar ???
Amazing. Really amazing man. Great performance
Just amazing, Chris!!!
A version without being interrupted by that muse??? YES!!!!!!! I’ve been wanting this since this first came out!!!!!!
This brings me to tears, you made this song magical. Fantastic job!
Wow!!!! This is gives me the chills. Stellar performance and just such a wonderful voice. Keep up the amazing talents you have been given!
One of my favorite songs
Wonderful voice!...just wonderful...
Amazing, Chris!!! CHILLS.
Ill be there someday 😊
I'm crying
My heart had been broken at once but I could have been think do my best again by listening your song.Thank you so much Sorry for my poor English From a Japanese/18
I think your englisch is good..:)
No need to apologize..:)
Keep trying and keep learning!
やみ ❤️
Keep on trying......dont loose hope
Everyone falls.......but get up and do what you have to do....
Best performance of this song. !!!
Great job
Wonderful interpretation of the song
Absolutely awesome
My favorite version ever 🥰 Love it!
wow. only a great singer could do that. congratulations, Chris. (Mandy Dickson's dad)
i shed a tear
One of my favorite Disney songs
The electric instruments amplified an already great song, awesome
Absolutely stunningly beautiful...
Chris sang so beautiful
best cover of this song!
just beautiful!
This video should have 10 million views at the very least.
you make me cry.
Man..... What did you do? Im in tears.
Such emphasis at the ending. Which is the most important. How slowed the of a loner who went through many unimaginable struggles just to be loved. That's a true hero, if you ever realize his or her's REAL LIFE STORY...
That was incredible
I thought Micheal had the best voice for this song until i came across this. This is so beautiful. Absolutely perfectly sung. And the orchestra is amazing too
Great rendition
Amo esse filme e sua trilha sonora.
Você, simplesmente, interpretou brilhantemente essa música, um carinho no coração. Muito bom!
So good
This song is great!!
I satisfied happiness and excitement!
so in love with your voice! i could sleep on it TY for sharing
never actually heard the full version before (despite this being one of my favourite Disney songs), but I'm very happy to have heard this rendition as my first
listen to the original Michael Bolton version. it's gooooood
My favourite version is from a Michael Bolton concert in 2005. Doesnt sing it "as well" but it feels so much more powerful
this and "How Far I'll Go" always make me cry
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Then boy do I have the thing for you!
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Wooow this is outrageously good. Just wow
Ow.. this is good and clean...
One word: Wow!!!!
Wow I’m actually impressed! Amazing.
BEST SONG EVER. HERCULES FAM
I love this song....really love
Holy crap! This! Is! Insane! This performance gives me goosebumps, it's so incredible!
BEST PERFORMANCE EVER!!!!!!!!
I've seen the performance live twice, and I still tear even watching after I'm back from Japan. Too bad the Disnay on Classic is performed only there...
incredible..!!
wow...Amazing Voice..😢
I love you, your voice!!
Great!
Nicely done mate!!!
Why doesn't this have more likes?
WOW!!!!!!!
Zum verlieben!