Sun and Moon & Last Night of the World -- Lea Salonga & Simon Bowman

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  • Опубліковано 20 жов 2018
  • Sun and Moon & Last Night of the World
    Simon Bowman and Lea Salonga, the original Chris and Kim in the 1989 London West End Production of "Miss Saigon"
    Lea Salonga 40th anniversary concert
    2018.10.19
    #LS40

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  • @gem241968
    @gem241968 5 років тому +3805

    Kaya sa mga bashers ni Lea na sinasabing “mayabang” sya, abutin nyo muna ang naabot niya, bago kayo mangutya. Dahil TALAGANG may IPAGMAMALAKI siya. Hate her if you want. But the LADY has PURE TALENT that you don’t have.

    • @ZeeTaylor25
      @ZeeTaylor25 5 років тому +338

      They mistake her confidence and no-nonsense attitude to being arrogant. She's talented nonetheless.

    • @akirovillanueva1629
      @akirovillanueva1629 5 років тому +19

      true din naman. pero.masakit lang madeadma ka kung ina.idolize mo sya.

    • @littlesusieofficial
      @littlesusieofficial 5 років тому +8

      Oh so true!

    • @remonadeyellowade1307
      @remonadeyellowade1307 5 років тому +17

      Nakakatawa nalang yung mga nagsasabi nun. HAHAHAHAHA

    • @pamelajaneroluna7794
      @pamelajaneroluna7794 5 років тому +10

      Korek👏👏👏

  • @mammamathews
    @mammamathews 4 роки тому +1678

    I would literally give my left kidney to go back in time to see the original London cast.

    • @wamsies
      @wamsies 4 роки тому +88

      I was that lucky. Unforgettable. Unbelievable. The original recording captures their performances for eternity, thankfully.

    • @jowilliams4871
      @jowilliams4871 4 роки тому +26

      Me too and it was my first professional experience. I was 18 and my love for Musial theatre was born.It was and is wonderful!

    • @kaceycat3661
      @kaceycat3661 3 роки тому +18

      I would love to see them too but dont give up ur kidney

    • @wig.8gles
      @wig.8gles 3 роки тому +2

      @Gun Shy LMAO

    • @anoelcabrera2638
      @anoelcabrera2638 3 роки тому +15

      @ Melanie Matthews.. and it will be well worth it if you ask me.Here I am,30 years after,watching the original Kim and Chris and still gripped emotionally as when I saw them then albeit in the NY premier..Subsequently,I've seen other pairings but none compares to the ORIGINAL!

  • @anamorphosys85
    @anamorphosys85 2 роки тому +617

    After the song, Lea talks about the beginning of Miss Saigon and explains how frightening it felt for her when she was about to rehearse the love scenes with Simon, having had no experience with a boyfriend, let alone love before. Simon could see the anxiety in Lea, so he took her and her mum aside and told them: "You can trust me. I will take care of you. Don't worry, I will not take advantage of you." With the pressure of the leading role in a world premiere musical and the entire nation watching her, as well as in light of MeToo, this obviously means so much to Lea and she'll be forever grateful to Simon that he kept his promise. You can see clearly how deep their bond goes. Great respect for Simon Bowman!

    • @awh4272
      @awh4272 2 роки тому +2

      Is there video of this anywhere. Would love to hear it!

    • @cursedcancersurvivor
      @cursedcancersurvivor Рік тому +5

      MeToo. The witch hunt in which a man could be sent to jail for hugging someone too long.

    • @soniagempesaw8479
      @soniagempesaw8479 Рік тому +5

      Ķthat was so msny years back! Ms saigon was such a big hit i decided to go to new york to wTch it. After all it was my birthday! Was itv30 or 40byrs ago? So we went..
      My husband 2vdaughters n me. Watching this now makes nybhair stand as i remember thatbscene...Dmiring such a small petite girl being kissed by a soldier. Then comes the helicopter....those scenes in new york were hair raising....seeing lea n simon now gives me the goosebumps and nostalgia of the beautiful eta of art n love! Watched it over n over!

    • @awh4272
      @awh4272 Рік тому +1

      @@LITTLEJOYSCORNER thank you very kindly!

    • @juzzme3051
      @juzzme3051 Рік тому +6

      He probably told Lea and her mom in secrecy that he's gay (not that im against it) so Lea and mom will be comfortable. Simon has never been married or have any children and known to have one. For a popular guy, his personal life is so remote. His wikipedia is almost empty. But, this duet reminds me of the past. We all get old and older. Sad reality.

  • @KirigKeg
    @KirigKeg 4 роки тому +306

    In an alternate universe, Kim and Chris ended up together and lived happily ever after.

  • @peterdelosreyes8960
    @peterdelosreyes8960 4 роки тому +2272

    2021 who's with me? I'm literally crying while listening to all of her songs. The real Chris and Kim 😭

    • @nelliejoysilverio5749
      @nelliejoysilverio5749 4 роки тому +35

      yes, the best Chris and Kim tandem

    • @cattbernardo
      @cattbernardo 4 роки тому +24

      Exactly also with the last night song. I always cry whenever it is them that performs it. The roles are tailored fit for them.

    • @rearey6723
      @rearey6723 4 роки тому +9

      Me too!!! 😭

    • @eduardochavacano
      @eduardochavacano 4 роки тому +14

      this is so emotional. Amazingly how professional Lea is.

    • @evelynehong8817
      @evelynehong8817 4 роки тому +8

      Me too! I'm crying here.

  • @Cherrybeck23
    @Cherrybeck23 5 років тому +2991

    The original Kim. Sorry ladies Lea Salonga is a legend. 🙌🏼

  • @Lala031
    @Lala031 3 роки тому +302

    Why am I crying? 😭😭😭
    It feels like a long lost love.
    They are both beautiful💕
    Anyone in 2021?

    • @Heart3577
      @Heart3577 2 роки тому +8

      I was crying and feeling brokenhearted while watching them. Why didn't they just marry each other? 😭😭😭

    • @haydeemahinay8546
      @haydeemahinay8546 2 роки тому

      August 2021

    • @kristineivan
      @kristineivan 2 роки тому +5

      September 2021 and I’m like 🥺

    • @margaretdecker5362
      @margaretdecker5362 2 роки тому +4

      Takes my breath away! Love from Alaska!

    • @margaretdecker5362
      @margaretdecker5362 2 роки тому +3

      @@haydeemahinay8546 I live in Alaska so not many large concerts of this awesome quality! Love ❤️ listening!

  • @cureangelz
    @cureangelz 3 роки тому +237

    i'm crying because they still got it and my zoom meeting is in 10 mins.

  • @rowji24
    @rowji24 5 років тому +906

    This is my alternate ending of Kim and Chris after 30 yrs. my heart is happy now ❤️

  • @farahmohamed7407
    @farahmohamed7407 5 років тому +1984

    Their voices are like wine they gets better in time :)

    • @almarosericareballos4423
      @almarosericareballos4423 5 років тому +5

      farah mohamed yeah right agree 😊

    • @luckyyanez6362
      @luckyyanez6362 5 років тому +10

      Only lea sang it live. Simon only did on the beginning. His voice is much different when to the first and 2nd song

    • @theecologer9935
      @theecologer9935 5 років тому +42

      No. Simon Bowman sang live with Lea the whole time. Theater actors ALWAYS sing live. :p

    • @luckyyanez6362
      @luckyyanez6362 5 років тому +7

      +Esther Anne Bueno +Esther Anne Bueno i dont think so. If u notice he is struggling when singing on the first few sentences, not hitting the notes then suddenly he reach high notes with ease. Also from 6:18 u can see that his mike is not on his mouth but he still sound very clear, if its using leas mike, he should sound distant, but no. Same modulation.

    • @khazelming
      @khazelming 5 років тому +13

      @@luckyyanez6362 So silly for me to check again the clip even if I think that it's very impossible that Simon did not sing live *sigh* Well, of course, he did sing live...

  • @snowwwwwhite
    @snowwwwwhite 3 роки тому +319

    3:21 the way they hug each other and then freakin slow dance after, like they finally found each other for a long time MY HEART MELTS!! i love them so much

    • @jmC_1997
      @jmC_1997 3 роки тому +9

      I wish I could hug my love again like that 🥺

  • @paulmurray4338
    @paulmurray4338 3 роки тому +431

    I love it when Simon first starts singing and there's an awe in the audience at the gentleness of his voice

  • @irishmaejones4445
    @irishmaejones4445 5 років тому +411

    They weren't even kissing but it still felt very intimate! Never fails to make me feel like I'm thirdwheeling! Every time they're on stage, their chemistry just gets stronger!

  • @magaliespinosa469
    @magaliespinosa469 4 роки тому +477

    30 years later and they still act like they were in the play when they sang.. same facial reactions...

  • @drifter1dc
    @drifter1dc 2 роки тому +96

    I had my own Sun and Moon moment in Vietnam during the war. This brings tears to my eyes and deep memories of a time and place so far away.

    • @mizconti
      @mizconti 2 роки тому +3

      Wow. That’s why this play will always be my fave because so much of it is absolute truth. What happened to your moon?

    • @pieburwell3622
      @pieburwell3622 2 місяці тому

      Awwww

  • @catforlifecatlovers3991
    @catforlifecatlovers3991 3 роки тому +289

    Lea Salonga is the only Singer and artist that i could forever love and looked up to. She’s one of the greatest gift that the Philippines could ever have, a living legend, incomparable and a world’s treasure.
    This is my first ever comment in youtube and not interested to anyone at all. She got my utmost respect regardless of whatever negativities that others would say, she’s out of this world and literally no one could be like her. LEA IS LEA, the one and only ❤️ Please MS Lea don’t age too fast, we still need that angelic voice and YOU, an angel, a rare gift that the world could ever have.

    • @TimChen0913
      @TimChen0913  3 роки тому +5

      Very good comment, thank you😊

    • @donschmidt8203
      @donschmidt8203 3 роки тому +7

      To comment further who could not love Lea Salonga? It's appropriate that she voiced two disney princesses because she is a princess in the flesh. Timeless elegance with a voice as smooth as the ripples on a mill pond. Her enunciation of every word she sings delivers the full impact of every song. Too many performers are so in love with their voice they over sing and enunciation is an afterthought. She is the most polished singer the stage has ever known. The greatest most versatile female singer of all time...

    • @shaunnaruto
      @shaunnaruto 3 роки тому +2

      She is a beautiful and talented singer

  • @scotrule6128
    @scotrule6128 4 роки тому +915

    It’s amazing, how the lyrics of those songs actually mean something to them, all these years later as in actual context of their friendship. You can tell they have and had great respect and love for each other... . .

    • @scotrule6128
      @scotrule6128 4 роки тому +45

      There are moments when you can just see, this music and their performance takes them right back to when they were performing on the West End. It’s as they bounce back-and-forth from present to past, SIMPLY AMAZING!

    • @charician
      @charician 4 роки тому +22

      @@scotrule6128 true. I envy those were able to actually watched Miss Saigon.. Why was i not born on the same generation! You

    • @benjieandaya8422
      @benjieandaya8422 4 роки тому +3

      Very fantastic and amazing voice

    • @trinityreyes8953
      @trinityreyes8953 3 роки тому +14

      Lea said in an interview, something like she can't or it's hard for her to sing Sun and Moon with other male singers because the song is so special for her and Simon

    • @user-nw8yj5jh4y
      @user-nw8yj5jh4y 3 роки тому +1

      So lovely voice Lea!

  • @limeindxb
    @limeindxb 5 років тому +851

    I hated the subject Chemistry when I was in Highschool but the chemistry between the two of them is the kind of Chemistry that I'll always love.

  • @stevenholmes9143
    @stevenholmes9143 3 роки тому +48

    I wish I was born earlier to see the original cast performance 😭

  • @muzikizfun
    @muzikizfun 3 роки тому +89

    Despite the years and even though they've never been in a relationship, you can tell these 2 people love and respect each other in a way that transcends mere friendship!

    • @jackeroo75
      @jackeroo75 3 роки тому +4

      Most likely had a kiss here and there.

  • @johneduardoctavianoiv9749
    @johneduardoctavianoiv9749 5 років тому +279

    They sung this in original key. Wow!

  • @jasminentero6309
    @jasminentero6309 4 роки тому +412

    "we'll meet in the sky" shit always gets me😭✊ day 24 of quarantine and jwu. Who else here have the 4am-1pm sleeping routine?

  • @danielletan9600
    @danielletan9600 4 роки тому +442

    30 years later yet Chris and Kim are still happily married.
    ...
    *In our fantasy folks*

    • @ma.melaniepagaduan2009
      @ma.melaniepagaduan2009 3 роки тому +12

      This made me cry.

    • @taineecacho2376
      @taineecacho2376 3 роки тому +8

      😂😂😂😂 hoping! Kaso lea has faithful and understandable huband☺️ Blessed din tlga xa, ang Bait kc ni Leah☺️☺️☺️😌😌😌 I wish to see her personally and hug them (with Simon) Tight😌😌😌😌😌😌 illusion is occuring😌😌😜😂😂 All the way from Okinawa Japan☺️

    • @angieharper7173
      @angieharper7173 3 роки тому +2

      Teka di ba may asawa na yun character na Chris sa US?

    • @kendzgarcia-suarez7603
      @kendzgarcia-suarez7603 3 роки тому +4

      Chris and kim never married. Hehe

    • @well-nighmonochrome871
      @well-nighmonochrome871 3 роки тому +1

      @@angieharper7173 that's why Kim and Chris are married... only in our fantasies. 😭😭😫

  • @sunday_7027
    @sunday_7027 2 роки тому +11

    Thid was not a reunion between Lea and Simon... This was a what it would have looked liked if KIM and CHRIS met after a long time in Miss Saigon... This is a "AND MANY YEARS LATER" scene
    This was the closure we all needed 😭😭😭😭

  • @incahomes4922
    @incahomes4922 5 років тому +743

    It really feels like that there is a plot twist sa musical. Kim is alive and ended up with Chris and lived happily ever after. Gosh!

    • @starsofaurora2745
      @starsofaurora2745 5 років тому +80

      InCA Phils either that or “they met in the sky” again 😢

    • @mayapotz
      @mayapotz 5 років тому +29

      My sentiments exactly. This felt like they still ended up together. So beautiful. ❤

    • @YYC403NOYP
      @YYC403NOYP 5 років тому +17

      Defenitely a SEQUEL. Like Jollibee commercial. They meet again as Grandparents. Remember the child grew up in the US? 😁😁😅☺

    • @ALLshALLfALL06
      @ALLshALLfALL06 5 років тому +3

      No. She died. Just live with it.

    • @pookiebear364
      @pookiebear364 5 років тому +1

      InCA Phils--- Gosh I wish that the story coyld have ended that way!!!

  • @peerah
    @peerah 5 років тому +540

    For some reason seeing them singing together again 29 years after the show opened gives me closure.....that their characters get to meet again to profess their love. I teared up a bit. And how come their voices have not changed one bit (maybe even better) in 29 years!

    • @patriciafayebolanos6821
      @patriciafayebolanos6821 3 роки тому +6

      I agree. Me too can't hold the tears that flown from my eyes. Seeing this duo performing on stage with so much love and passion.... Hu Hu hu

  • @kwenqueen4775
    @kwenqueen4775 3 роки тому +71

    2021? Anyone???????? ❤️❤️

  • @anaoseki7705
    @anaoseki7705 3 роки тому +68

    I better understand the word "chemistry" here than in school :)

  • @allanlopezardina7005
    @allanlopezardina7005 5 років тому +618

    from 1989 to 2018 same voice❤️❤️❤️ TIMELESS

    • @gem241968
      @gem241968 5 років тому +14

      Allan Lopez Ardina it was really magical!! If you’ll listen closely, Lea’s voice started off like her present voice (still perfect)...but when it was her to sing again, her voice just swung back to sound like her young voice!! AMAZING!!

    • @allanlopezardina7005
      @allanlopezardina7005 5 років тому +9

      gem241968 tama ka... naalala ko tuloy nung una kong napanuod ang miss saigon jan sa pinas way back 2000 sa ccp... grabe talaga!!! Then last october 4 dto naman sa san francisco miss saigon us tour... si emily bautista as kim... magaling sya pero iba parin tlaga ang level at kalidad ni lea... NO WORDS CAN SAY ABOUT HER... it’s only a MAGIC😊

    • @viviendoculan6433
      @viviendoculan6433 5 років тому +1

      @@gem241968 yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!! I noticed it too!!!!

    • @ava_lavender
      @ava_lavender 4 роки тому +1

      Her voice is more mature now, but just as beautiful.

  • @aguinaldogravideziii9939
    @aguinaldogravideziii9939 5 років тому +526

    If I ever find a time machine lying around somewhere ryt now, my first destination would be the first moment they sang Sun and Moon😢😭

    • @zethcao11
      @zethcao11 5 років тому +2

      wow ha

    • @ralphzzycarpena9994
      @ralphzzycarpena9994 5 років тому

      u realize rehearsal lang ton ng miss Saigon diba?

    • @joyowon1
      @joyowon1 5 років тому +17

      Had the priviledge of watching them in the 90s...grabe! Nakakatindig balahibo ang performance nila

    • @onechopbuddy3849
      @onechopbuddy3849 4 роки тому +10

      I was lucky enough to see the original London production in 1990 and it really was something special, i would happily hitch a ride with you in that time machine 👏👏👏

    • @just__christian8305
      @just__christian8305 4 роки тому +2

      Uwaahhh just imagine time machine vacations wherein instead of the places you're visiting time events that would be so wonderful and I guess chaotic lol

  • @ksk881
    @ksk881 2 роки тому +66

    It’s June 2022, and I am sitting here listening and crying. Chris and Kim were a perfect, innocent, love, and no matter how many times I listen to Miss Saigon I cry.

  • @rosalinanavares6606
    @rosalinanavares6606 Рік тому +43

    Its 2023 now, 7th of January, still watching again and again these great actors/singers. The chemistry is beyond perfection! The respect for each other is so immense its almost reverence. Everything is effortless. You can't help being carried away into that place and time when love is almost perfect.

  • @whatevergoesforme5129
    @whatevergoesforme5129 4 роки тому +684

    I prefer the original Chris and Kim after hearing different versions. And I like their innocent interpretation compared to the bolder and passionate one depicted by other musical theater artists.

    • @whitneysterk3555
      @whitneysterk3555 4 роки тому +31

      WHATEVER GOES FOR ME me too because the newest ones have changed the way the songs are sung. They are all still amazing and have powerful voices but I prefer these two over anyone else!

    • @whatevergoesforme5129
      @whatevergoesforme5129 4 роки тому +36

      @@whitneysterk3555 Yes, the other singers can sing the songs very well but somehow I prefer the original interpretation (West End) when Lea was still very innocent (no boyfriend at age 18) since that was more in keeping with the character of Kim. It was supposed to be the first time for Kim in all aspects :) Lea, when older, interpreted the songs and the character of Kim in a more passionate way, though. Good thing my sis has the very first and original version of Miss Saigon with all the old songs (and interpretation) and lyrics still intact.

    • @miyamizumitsuha8307
      @miyamizumitsuha8307 4 роки тому +5

      @@whatevergoesforme5129 really?? Huhu I would love to hear them😭 you're so lucky😭

    • @evelynperez5197
      @evelynperez5197 3 роки тому +15

      Can you share with us the original. I love the innocence and originality of the 1st run of Miss Saigon.

    • @marl9505
      @marl9505 3 роки тому +6

      these two are the orginal!

  • @jackeroo75
    @jackeroo75 4 роки тому +441

    The hug looks more like lost love!

  • @heidilehman9009
    @heidilehman9009 3 роки тому +137

    I saw them in the original!!! They wee amazing back then and still amazing now!!! Just beautiful!!!!!

  • @dorothyjoanna4222
    @dorothyjoanna4222 3 роки тому +44

    Lea is part of Philippine history now. She's a legend it's not every day you get to be a part of history

  • @kaze17
    @kaze17 4 роки тому +387

    Quarantine day 5 and here I am crying over Lea Because of her angelic voice. Walang kamatayan. I'm little late to watch the original miss Saigon but huhuhu. I rlly want 🥺🥺🥺

  • @wilmamilotejero5479
    @wilmamilotejero5479 5 років тому +200

    You can see Simon Bowman is really enjoying performing with Lea Salonga. And the chemistry's so perfect!!! Can't wait for Lea and Simon to have album together.....

    • @daisyspencer3617
      @daisyspencer3617 5 років тому +3

      Wilma Milo Tejero That I agree. Watch also their performance of Sun and Moon at the British tv show hosted by Terry. It was really quite evident. Fell in love with both of them long time ago. They’re cute duo.. 😍

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому

      Hi Wilma 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @mapleveneer9791
    @mapleveneer9791 4 роки тому +72

    Simon bowman was the most beautiful and sexiest man I had EVER seen on stage.

    • @manchestertart5614
      @manchestertart5614 3 роки тому +4

      Still is?

    • @sachsc527
      @sachsc527 3 роки тому +4

      He’s older than my parents and I completely agree

    • @patriciafayebolanos6821
      @patriciafayebolanos6821 3 роки тому +1

      True still good looking inspire of his age. Love you Simon bowman n lea perfect duo.

  • @Purple_Box
    @Purple_Box 3 роки тому +79

    Simon has aged well 😊

  • @leighofalla9035
    @leighofalla9035 4 роки тому +250

    This is what I love about Broadway and theater performances. They're no nonsense art. It's like you're being drawn into a time warp to witness such a magical scene. Feels like I'm in cloud 9.

  • @halfeldian
    @halfeldian 5 років тому +448

    Thumbs up if you’re ugly crying because 1) history unfold 2) performance 3) you’re not there lmao or 4) all

    • @lilithwillows4838
      @lilithwillows4838 5 років тому

      I’m so glad I’m not the only one 😂

    • @DibIrken
      @DibIrken 5 років тому +13

      5) you kinda wish this was the ending for their characters

    • @webyn9776
      @webyn9776 4 роки тому +2

      @@DibIrken this made me cry even more gosh

    • @annmlatina6842
      @annmlatina6842 4 роки тому +1

      Crying my ass off dam

    • @zandzgallardo8404
      @zandzgallardo8404 4 роки тому +3

      Well, I was there but I still ugly cried... lol. Simon's voice is like a force of nature filling the entire hall when he crescendoes... a perfect match to Lea's crystal clear sound.

  • @annebirnhak5481
    @annebirnhak5481 3 роки тому +181

    These two just get better and better. They were my favourite pairing In the original production and I really enjoyed this more recent duet. Unique talent.

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому +1

      Hi Anne 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @zararourke6746
    @zararourke6746 2 роки тому +46

    How many years was that since 'Miss Saigon' was first played on stage? Goodness me I'm 70 now still don't get tired of watching these two. Just perfect!

  • @lanycolanggo8406
    @lanycolanggo8406 5 років тому +443

    Plot twist.. Kim and chris lived happily ever after 😂😂
    Nothing beats the original!!

  • @cjcruz3046
    @cjcruz3046 4 роки тому +261

    Anyone here in January 2020?
    Brb coz im crying 😭 this is so beautiful 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

    • @mariemarie6142
      @mariemarie6142 4 роки тому

      Yes

    • @aggie_sam
      @aggie_sam 4 роки тому +1

      here 04-Feb-2020 ✋🏻👌👍🏻

    • @julietarce5289
      @julietarce5289 4 роки тому

      😭😭😭😭

    • @spcverger
      @spcverger 4 роки тому

      yep...her reaction when he firsts starts singing....I have to excuse myself so I can see clearly again...

    • @severinacarino1496
      @severinacarino1496 4 роки тому

      here feb27 2020

  • @mizconti
    @mizconti Рік тому +48

    I adore Lea’s voice. She’s one of my favorite female singers but omg Simon. That voice. Like I can’t. It’s butter. It’s I don’t have words. Love them both. Chris and Kim forever. The talent is making me cry.

  • @kristinemahipos4113
    @kristinemahipos4113 Рік тому +36

    it’s like a day has never passed. The chemistry is still definitely there. I wish they did more duets back then ❤️

  • @Kistan12
    @Kistan12 5 років тому +298

    I think Simon is sexier as he got older! They sound awesome together! Love the the Miss Saigon pics in the background...like taking a tour back in time! Beautiful!

  • @denisewendt8580
    @denisewendt8580 5 років тому +278

    One of the best duets ever, Sun and Moon and Last Night of the World, from the original production of Miss Saigon. Lea and Simon Bowman. None will ever compare to these two Actor/Singers. They're performances were superb, one of kind and were absolutely brilliant. They will always be what made MISS Saigon. They can do 100 Reproductions but none will ever compare to the original.

  • @ergieandaya8282
    @ergieandaya8282 Рік тому +7

    When he kissed the side of her forehead. That so moved me. That was a sign of a great friendship they have. Like a brother to a sister.

  • @joeffreyabrigo7108
    @joeffreyabrigo7108 2 роки тому +11

    Is it just me or did it seem like they missed performing in stage together? The way he hugged Lea and that change in his singing at the second song felt as if he was moved back in time doing what he loved the most.

  • @dnocesefil2219
    @dnocesefil2219 4 роки тому +102

    The closure or should I say, the happy ending everyone needed? Kim & Chris forever! #MissSaigon 🥰

    • @drei9898
      @drei9898 3 роки тому

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @arjaykali1
    @arjaykali1 4 роки тому +99

    Pure class, elegance, high culture! No screaming, just pure singing. Lea is Lea. That's the original Kim in Miss Saigon. Such a complete privilege listening to Simon and Lea once again.

  • @sprone25tb
    @sprone25tb Рік тому +11

    もし戦争がなくなってキムとクリスが平和に暮らせる未来があったなら、離れ離れになったとしても最終的に結ばれる運命になかったとしても穏やかな未来が描ける状態で再会できる世界だったなら、
    歳を取ってからもこんなふうに昔を懐かしみながら歌ってたりしたのかなと想像すると本当に泣ける😭戦争ってなんて残酷なんだろう😭😭😭

  • @thishandleisavailable2023
    @thishandleisavailable2023 Рік тому +16

    I watched Lea sing Last Night with other singers and it's different. After years of performing together and being friends, Lea and Simon's chemistry is undeniable. They can never replicate their version with anybody else. Lea and Simon are so good with each other that when I watch them sing these songs with someone else, it feels like they're being unfaithful LOL!

  • @wongada2673
    @wongada2673 4 роки тому +63

    Can’t watch this amazing video without shedding tears. For me, it looks like Kim and Chris have found and loved each other again in heaven after 30 years.

  • @person8010
    @person8010 5 років тому +278

    Their eyes both sparkled.. the love is undeniably there.. its wrong for me to say but will say it anyway... To Simon and Lea: i think you 2 truly belong to each other.. perhaps in the sky .. in another life. God bless you both more!!

    • @iamdonnyta3529
      @iamdonnyta3529 4 роки тому +9

      "the best i never had" i shed a tear too. 😭

    • @alyanamalonzo5355
      @alyanamalonzo5355 4 роки тому

      Aww

    • @leighchan3017
      @leighchan3017 4 роки тому +8

      How do you know that, man?? Do you have like a contact in their personal life? And you must know that Lea is married. Also, she has a child. And please! How could you see that when the camera is kinda blurry and can't even see their eyes clearly? But I will admit that their *characters* have amazing chemistry.

    • @Aya-su8by
      @Aya-su8by 4 роки тому +2

      @@leighchan3017 yoooooo chill, snowflake

    • @Aya-su8by
      @Aya-su8by 4 роки тому +3

      Sad, but they do represent the sun and the moon. In a rare occasion when the two meet in the sky, it's a beautiful thing as an eclipse occurs, but the truth is, they can never stay together.

  • @charmonymurray3893
    @charmonymurray3893 3 роки тому +21

    I think he fell in love with her and still loves her!!!!

  • @arielarceno2245
    @arielarceno2245 3 роки тому +11

    this is nostalgic! who else cried watching and hearing this?😭❤️

  • @gerrylao1581
    @gerrylao1581 5 років тому +350

    Wtf... seriously this made me cry... I sooo love Ms.Saigon the original version and Until now I still have the video I recorded for sun and moon... SIMON AND LEAH seems like their voice did not change.. it matured but it is still the same...

    • @meghandunphy7350
      @meghandunphy7350 5 років тому +8

      Gerry Lao right there with you! STILL wiping my tears!!!

    • @femarzan7123
      @femarzan7123 5 років тому +5

      I did cry tooooo waaa

    • @lynnechange
      @lynnechange 4 роки тому +4

      You are not alone.. Love the story and love the songs.. I can't stop crying watching this..

  • @thandiedawnfabila5424
    @thandiedawnfabila5424 4 роки тому +114

    Let's be honest here, I know we all searched for this and we just can't get enough. April 3, 2020 everyone... Stay safe!

  • @eduardos.caranguianjr.8270
    @eduardos.caranguianjr.8270 3 роки тому +13

    2021 who's with me? I'm literally crying while listening to all of her songs. The real Chris and Kim, grabe sana iremake nila ang ganda sheeemssss!!

  • @rosiebateson4498
    @rosiebateson4498 3 роки тому +15

    I was lucky enough to see them in Miss Saigon in May 1991 with my Mum. We both had tears running down our faces. Our favourite Chris & Kim ♥️♥️

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому

      Hi Rosie 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @jamesvercruysse8359
    @jamesvercruysse8359 5 років тому +45

    To me "The Last Night of the World" will always be the best love song of all time.

  • @babyjuds23
    @babyjuds23 5 років тому +249

    Grabe c Leah most of the artists, their voices change because of age but in her case she's getting better with age. Wlang kupas over the years parang mas gumaling pa! Pinoy pride indeed!

    • @nelialerios8222
      @nelialerios8222 5 років тому +3

      babyjuds a music teacher once told me when she learned that I sing in the church, that I should sing everyday, ( exercise baga) para bang sasakyan na kahit di mo gamitin pero paandarin mo for few minutes sabi n'ya to maintain the range of my voice, of course di ko sinunod at sinusunod, walang oras, walang proper place! Lea is one and only! there is no other!

  • @jumalinmarymaeh.2291
    @jumalinmarymaeh.2291 3 роки тому +20

    Oh my, why so kilig 😍 No kissing yet very kilig 😍
    February 13, 2021 everyone ❤

  • @myskz325
    @myskz325 3 роки тому +35

    I don't care how much time has passed, this performance and their chemistry...with the story they tell, will always make me cry

  • @lkrdp9463
    @lkrdp9463 5 років тому +52

    2019 anyone?? 😩😩 Miss Saigon will always have a special place in my heart Aaaaaahhh

  • @lesmizyeah
    @lesmizyeah 5 років тому +292

    And THAT’s how it’s done, all you Kims and Chriss! 👍

  • @mkaplan1383
    @mkaplan1383 Рік тому +5

    When the Diva (Lea) and Simon share the stage together, we time travel back to the 80s when Miss Saigon premiered.

  • @tianuuuh
    @tianuuuh Рік тому +5

    2022, anyone?? I am unfortunate I wasn't born yet during the original production of Miss Saigon 😭

  • @ramosity
    @ramosity 5 років тому +637

    I wonder if these two ever dated. They were both super gorgeous AF back in the day and they both have an incredible chemistry.

    • @daisyspencer3617
      @daisyspencer3617 5 років тому +81

      ramosity, my opinion only....I don’t think so. They may be a beautiful match as far as their God given talents are concerned, but Lea was young at the time and inexperienced and Simon being in his late 20’s was the exact opposite. That’s pretty scary for a green horn lady like her. Lol

    • @sheilahunter6232
      @sheilahunter6232 5 років тому +9

      I don’t think so.

    • @lynndelosreyes9718
      @lynndelosreyes9718 5 років тому +49

      I dont think simon likes girls

    • @ramosity
      @ramosity 5 років тому +18

      @@lynndelosreyes9718 Oh. You just made me Google him.

    • @JAM-fd5ku
      @JAM-fd5ku 5 років тому +68

      No they didn't . Simon was already engaged to his girlfriend when they first met .

  • @mariferono9483
    @mariferono9483 4 роки тому +53

    Wow i guess they proved that there still no one can beat the original artist of Miss Saigon.. They can have new version over and over but still the 1st batch of artist is the BEST....

  • @lunatic6223
    @lunatic6223 2 роки тому +35

    This giving me goosebumps, I haven't even seen miss saigon, but this song just goes right through my heart.

  • @myskz325
    @myskz325 3 роки тому +7

    imagine having the privilege to have seen them perform this song during their prime.....

  • @almarosericareballos4423
    @almarosericareballos4423 5 років тому +160

    There's still a spark the way they sing...perfection!!!

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому

      Hi Rose 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @lifediaries01
    @lifediaries01 5 років тому +103

    Oh my God! Why am I crying? 😭
    I just had watched the documentary of The Making of Miss Saigon a while ago then seen this also.. Wow! The feels. It made me cry. 💔😭

  • @domingadelarosa169
    @domingadelarosa169 3 роки тому +9

    I really love her!!!!!! 😭who's with me 2021

  • @franzemmanuelareola3928
    @franzemmanuelareola3928 2 роки тому +2

    This is really making me cry.

  • @jackskellington338
    @jackskellington338 5 років тому +530

    To those who are saying that their voices hasn't changed, you are wrong. Of course their voices aged! Do you have the original recording? Their voices matured, I'm not saying it's bad, but it's definitely different. Still good though. Lea's voice got thicker, more texture, same with Simon.

    • @leescurr4068
      @leescurr4068 5 років тому +17

      Yes I have the original recording the voices have hardly changed from then!!!!

    • @leescurr4068
      @leescurr4068 5 років тому +14

      No way they still give me goose bumps and make me cry!!

    • @leescurr4068
      @leescurr4068 5 років тому +16

      Jack Skellington, I don't know what you're listening to but their voices are almost the same. I still got goose bumps and cried when they were singing!!!!!!

    • @jackskellington338
      @jackskellington338 5 років тому +10

      maybe your ears changed too. have them checked. just because you feel the same way doesn't mean their voices are the same. 78 people agreed with me. and I have the original recording too and been listening to it almost every single day. phew! try playing them at the same time maybe you will wake up from your illusion. i love them both though.

    • @bargainhuntermama
      @bargainhuntermama 5 років тому +28

      I agree and I say this as a devoted Lea and Miss Saigon fan. I used to listen to that original soundtrack over and over again. Her voice at 18 was definitely lighter, more angelic but for the most part she still sounds the same. She's adapted to her maturing voice. I still love her voice and she's therapy to my ears. Her voice never fails to lift my spirits up.

  • @onie435
    @onie435 5 років тому +63

    Iba talaga ang boses ng mga nagte-theater, buong buo at iba ang pronunciation

  • @rebeccaroseenriquez2257
    @rebeccaroseenriquez2257 3 роки тому +20

    ewan ko lang nababaliw na ako sa kanila!!!! hndi ako maka move on sa mga original duets nila way back miss saigon. ilang ulit ko na pinanood. at lagi ako maiiyak. hayy naku galing2 ni Lea. Salamat for bringing Philippines to shine again in terms of theater.
    kahit ito ilang beses ko na napanood.

    • @jpxtreme7421
      @jpxtreme7421 3 роки тому +1

      Ako din 😊paulit ulit ko pinapanuod at pinapakinggan ang video nilang eto ang ganda ng sun & moon at last night of the world❤️❤️grabe full of emotions passion ang pagkanta nla dabest padin cla kc cla ang original sa lahat ng sumunod na nagplay ng miss saigon world class tlga kakaproud maging pinoy dahil ndin kay lea salonga

    • @jpxtreme7421
      @jpxtreme7421 3 роки тому

      Mamimiss ko tlga c ms lea sa da voice idol tlga sya at legend👍👍

  • @CN-zi4gs
    @CN-zi4gs 2 роки тому +5

    This is like Kim and Chris’s reunion in heaven. Finally they got to see each other, “meet in the sky🌌!’

  • @janeacusar
    @janeacusar 3 роки тому +21

    His voice got even better as he age

    • @seppyq3672
      @seppyq3672 3 роки тому +2

      Agreed. I didn't really like his voice much originally. But he sounds amazing now!

    • @lovelyseto3225
      @lovelyseto3225 2 роки тому

      It got richer and fuller 😍

  • @joannematias3455
    @joannematias3455 2 роки тому +40

    OMG, I can't get enough of Lea and Simon.... the Magic is still on!

  • @residentevil4life
    @residentevil4life 2 роки тому +13

    considering i was too young to see Lea during her ICONIC run in Miss Saigon and Sun & Moon is only one of the greatest Broadway songs EVER i would have definitely paid top dollar to see this performance in person

  • @kcx2678
    @kcx2678 3 роки тому +30

    Simon’s voice is so heavenly. What a beautiful voice that aged like a very fine wine.
    And ofc Lea is Lea.

  • @AmabelGo71
    @AmabelGo71 5 років тому +130

    I suddenly found myself searching and watching the original clip of Miss Saigon when they were young. Omg, the chemistry is still there! Nostalgic and the feels! Kilig and brought smile while watching. Miss Saigon is my first full length theater show I've watched and will hold dearly in my heart. I grew up watching and admiring Lea's talent. She is one of a kind! Bravo! 😍🌹

    • @almarosericareballos4423
      @almarosericareballos4423 5 років тому

      Amabel Go Same here...

    • @ryan021818
      @ryan021818 5 років тому +3

      Also got to watch her when she performed here in Miss Saigon Manila luckily she is the actress that night.. i really cried .. not because of the story but because i was too proud for her.

    • @jackeroo75
      @jackeroo75 4 роки тому

      Amabel Go they had sex!

  • @lyndamonkhouse7161
    @lyndamonkhouse7161 5 років тому +91

    I was lucky enough to have seen them and the rest of the original cast ( including The High Sparrow from Game of Thrones Jonathan Pryce as The Engineer) five weeks after the show opened in London. So this brings back good memories and when I saw the 25th anniversary concert the three of them still have what it takes. FABULOUS

    • @bernaavila7865
      @bernaavila7865 3 роки тому

      I'm so jealoussss 😭

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому +1

      Hi Lynda 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @marivicbernal1785
    @marivicbernal1785 3 роки тому +81

    Priceless! I will never get tired watching this. We are now 9 months of lockdown. I’m glad videos like these are popping up on UA-cam.

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      @TimChen0913  3 роки тому +4

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    • @ederlaureola266
      @ederlaureola266 3 роки тому +2

      i love it so much ,till now

    • @haydeemahinay8546
      @haydeemahinay8546 2 роки тому

      Me too

    • @Raymondgogolf
      @Raymondgogolf 2 роки тому

      Hi Marivic 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….

  • @pedropenduko2714
    @pedropenduko2714 3 роки тому +30

    I still have goosebumps when this two sing together, their chemistry pave the next generation of performers. ☺️☺️☺️

  • @leovoi
    @leovoi 5 років тому +435

    This really gives me goosebumps! MISS LEA AND SIMON!
    Thank you for uploading this footage 🙏

  • @catadde
    @catadde 3 роки тому +76

    Lea's voice crystal clear, gives me chill bumps. Simon Bowman is Welsh! No surprise there as Wales has produced so many great singers.

  • @CountryCowboy008
    @CountryCowboy008 2 роки тому +5

    I’m crying because I imagine this performance as some sort of a reprise - that Kim and Chris made it and were together until they became old, and this is just them looking back to what they went through just to be together. 😭😭😭

  • @kimma508
    @kimma508 3 роки тому +41

    I had the pleasure of seeing Lea and Simon in Miss Saigon. It was an experience that I will never forget. Perfection!

    • @mizconti
      @mizconti 2 роки тому

      So jealous. Wow!

  • @jungaming8676
    @jungaming8676 4 роки тому +24

    I show this to my mom and she cried because she remembers these two back then.

  • @hongkongmoms8377
    @hongkongmoms8377 5 років тому +30

    Their chemistry is real! When they shared that embrace, my heart just melted and tears fell from my face! Ugh, and their voices!!! Wow.

  • @nikylourvlogs8423
    @nikylourvlogs8423 4 роки тому +23

    I'm literally crying right now and have goosebumps running from every corner of my body. Who else (June 2020)?

  • @alanfitzgerald7275
    @alanfitzgerald7275 7 місяців тому +6

    I saw the origional show in 1989 totally blown away love her voice only woman to ever make me cry and not ashamed to say it