Raúl Esparza's Emotional "Hallelujah" | The Kennedy Center

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  • @AlexiLaihoFan
    @AlexiLaihoFan 6 років тому +1021

    “The perp was found singing Hallelujah right outside the bodega” *Ice T Voice*

  • @ruby5787
    @ruby5787 7 років тому +1665

    This man can sing, he can act, and he's gorgeous. What can't he do?

    • @lilmonstersmiler
      @lilmonstersmiler 6 років тому +5

      Robyn Johnson IKR

    • @cherylyaz3328
      @cherylyaz3328 6 років тому +24

      You are so correct!!!! He's amazing!!!!

    • @FallenAziraphale
      @FallenAziraphale 6 років тому +46

      It's my goal in life to marry that man. Or at least be half as awesome as he is.

    • @ashleydragons866
      @ashleydragons866 6 років тому +24

      I want to marry this man

    • @junichis.5097
      @junichis.5097 6 років тому +38

      Close the deal with Benson?

  • @subhastianestdahlnepali9749
    @subhastianestdahlnepali9749 7 місяців тому +12

    Beautiful song, beautiful interpretation, beautiful man. I'm left with few words.

  • @xaviotesharris891
    @xaviotesharris891 10 місяців тому +49

    Every once in a while, I come back here when I feel like I need to be completely broken. It always works beautifully.

  • @jeanfiegel6252
    @jeanfiegel6252 8 місяців тому +34

    I come in over & over because I cannot belive this man's talent. What a gift!!

  • @janegael
    @janegael 7 місяців тому +40

    I can't believe I've watched SVU all these years and never knew he could sing. Also, that 7 minutes went by too quickly. He has a magnificent voice!

  • @alwaysmom47
    @alwaysmom47 6 місяців тому +93

    I want to know what hurt this man so badly that he could sing this song with such true emotion 😭

    • @DragonPrincessAoife
      @DragonPrincessAoife 6 місяців тому +16

      This was a 10 year memorial for 9/11, if I remember right.

    • @ijustchangedmyname7794
      @ijustchangedmyname7794 4 місяці тому +7

      It’s a cover but the best rendition I’ve ever heard.

    • @shekinahglory1717
      @shekinahglory1717 Місяць тому +2

      He's an actor so Raul can be like this

    • @musicbox63
      @musicbox63 23 дні тому

      @@shekinahglory1717 I think it's more than that.

  • @paulissakipp4097
    @paulissakipp4097 4 місяці тому +34

    His version makes you FEEL the brokenness. That's a gift

  • @faigler
    @faigler 10 місяців тому +26

    Every time I watch Raul Esparza sing something just by chance, I end up listening to him for an hour just killing it. My god.

  • @1995milo
    @1995milo 3 роки тому +366

    Would love a SVU scene where he and liv go to a piano bar open mic and he just starts singing this and her stunned reaction to how beautiful he sings.

  • @donnabrunk7118
    @donnabrunk7118 2 місяці тому +3

    Wow! I'm crying. So very beautiful. The most moving rendition I have heard.

  • @jwien4445
    @jwien4445 Місяць тому +1

    This is my favorite cover of this song. He sings this with so much emotion. You feel every note.

  • @gailgreer6754
    @gailgreer6754 4 місяці тому +19

    That man can SING! Hallelujah! It brought tears to my eyes listening to him!

  • @olivias9480
    @olivias9480 5 років тому +265

    Frederick Chilton singing Hallelujah is not an image I can get out of my head now.

    • @erin_bluee
      @erin_bluee 4 роки тому +46

      actually same, gotta love how chilton can sing, hannibal can dance and sing and will can sing, thats an episode id like to see haha

    • @YouWouldntStealABag
      @YouWouldntStealABag 3 роки тому +17

      Omg yes if we can’t have a 4th season of Hannibal could we at least have a musical episode 😂

    • @lucasribotta2020
      @lucasribotta2020 3 роки тому +8

      @@erin_bluee Hannibal: the musical

    • @mike.marziliano24601
      @mike.marziliano24601 5 місяців тому +1

      Should’ve been the finale music instead of love crime lol

  • @kathleencummings8081
    @kathleencummings8081 10 місяців тому +16

    I thought I had a favorite version...until I saw this. His rendition just guts me.

  • @michaelaadair6830
    @michaelaadair6830 6 років тому +2412

    Any one else just come here cause they want to see if barba can sing

  • @EthalaRide
    @EthalaRide 6 років тому +723

    I haven't seen a version of this song done like that before. It's always raw and heartwrenching but more from a place of tearful sadness. But this was powerful and true in it *rightful bitterness* and genuine honestly. It's not a broken down reverence, it's a strength in rememberence of something truely awful and malicious that humans beings did to eachother, like "how can you sing Hallelujah after everything? I don't know, but you'll be damn sure I will!" Raul Esparza is just a treasure.

    • @allieblake477
      @allieblake477 5 років тому +8

      EthalaRide god damn. Preach.

    • @rolig49
      @rolig49 4 роки тому +5

      Well said!

    • @Ak-rg2ik
      @Ak-rg2ik 3 роки тому +4

      Yes! I love this man!

    • @johngrout6039
      @johngrout6039 3 роки тому +7

      This is why Raul belongs on the boards. An acting-only Raul is only half a Raul Esparza. Same applies to both Patti Murin and Colin Donnell... both of them sing far too well to be tied down to a non-singing character. Angela Lansbury managed to have her "cousin" (also played by her) sing on "Murder, She Wrote", but that was only a few episodes. Elizabeth Montgomery got to chew the scenery (and wear shockingly short miniskirts) as Cousin Serena a great deal more often.

    • @merrilynstanger7241
      @merrilynstanger7241 2 роки тому +2

      Second that !

  • @jonaslaird8649
    @jonaslaird8649 7 місяців тому +39

    I'm in tears... I found my partner unresponsive a year ago... I saved his life... I've never had to do anything that difficult in my whole 30 years of life... after they took him away in the ambulance I sang this song with such hurt and anger and my voice sounded that painful... my partner sang this song often... he didn't die but he's been taken away from me and that's why I'm in tears now... I've lost him 2xs in a year to things that aren't his fault... I cannot wait until I can fly on top of him in a MASSIVE bear hug when he's brought back to me... I'm struggling so bad financially... emotionally and mentally and I've been dealing with sadness... anxiety... depression and suicidal thoughts... but moments like hearing this song help me refocus and remember why I fight so hard and not give up... WE GOT THIS 🧡💚😭

    • @fearlessness9646
      @fearlessness9646 4 місяці тому +6

      I know this was posted 3 months ago. I just came across it now, and I wanted to say that I hope things have gotten a little better for you. I understand the battles with depression and anxiety.. I have both. The struggles with it can take you to the lowest depths of this earth. Just know someone out there cares.. and is giving you the biggest ((((( hug ))))) ❤

    • @tnhillman70
      @tnhillman70 4 місяці тому +3

      ​@@fearlessness9646
      Blessings to you both

    • @fearlessness9646
      @fearlessness9646 4 місяці тому +2

      @@tnhillman70 ❤️

    • @JC-tp5lz
      @JC-tp5lz 4 місяці тому +2

      ​@@fearlessness9646 Bless you! ❤

    • @Aynalyse
      @Aynalyse 4 місяці тому +1

      I pray that you're doing better the Lord loves you love yourself

  • @NatashaSekuloski
    @NatashaSekuloski 6 місяців тому +35

    This is by far the very best rendition of this song.

  • @wmbookworm96
    @wmbookworm96 4 роки тому +272

    Raul is my new obsession, his talent just takes my breath away 🤭

    • @liz326522
      @liz326522 3 роки тому +6

      Mine too! Fascinated by this beautiful soul.

    • @Camelia9251
      @Camelia9251 3 роки тому +7

      Agreed. I hope we will see more of him, as he is supposed to return to svu too :)

    • @murphyholroyd
      @murphyholroyd 3 роки тому +7

      Totally agree, we need a Raul cd and dvd concert please ❤️

    • @debbieschultz9768
      @debbieschultz9768 3 роки тому +9

      Plus he’s drop dead gorgeous!!!

    • @azvascos7542
      @azvascos7542 2 роки тому +1

      I was obsessed with Being Alive long before I ever saw how gorgeous he was. He considers himself more of an actor than a singer! He does infuse some serious emotional intensity into his incredible singing!!

  • @marygermano4720
    @marygermano4720 3 місяці тому +3

    He is fantastic! Never knew he sang!

  • @natperrell6816
    @natperrell6816 Рік тому +56

    the look on his face at the end… he even made HIMSELF see god w that one

    • @kerpat
      @kerpat 6 місяців тому +1

      oh yes, he had a moment.

    • @mariebenveniste
      @mariebenveniste 4 місяці тому +2

      Yes. He looks absolutely stunned at the end. Surprised I could see it through the tears.

  • @sandygaudette9925
    @sandygaudette9925 4 місяці тому +11

    Chills, gave me Chills. An amazing actor and I had no idea he had an amazing voice. I'm so in awe. And stating the obvious, he is gorgeous.

  • @gorse9030
    @gorse9030 Рік тому +13

    I live in the UK and have watched Law and Order SVU for a few years and last night I saw Raul in the episode titled 'The Undiscovered Country' and if anyone deserved an award for a television performance it was his on this at the time last episode. I came here and find one of the greatest heart wrenching song performances ever - what a guy.

  • @PatPingue
    @PatPingue 5 місяців тому +17

    This is the first time I heard him sing this song and it brings tears to my eyes what a talented actor and singer my dear is to see him on Broadway

  • @SirenSalvitore
    @SirenSalvitore 4 місяці тому +19

    I was reading an article when I came across a link that said he gave a great performance of "Hallelujah" so I clicked and WOWWWW!!! Just beautiful❤

  • @dwenjp
    @dwenjp 9 місяців тому +10

    Such a beautiful rendition of this song. Raúl is an incredible singer. ❤️

  • @bobbid7549
    @bobbid7549 4 місяці тому +16

    OMG, his rendition is truly amazing. I loved him as Barba but now….i would love to hear more of his work!

    • @leslihudson
      @leslihudson 4 місяці тому +1

      Check out the original off-Broadway cast of tick, tick... Boom, or the 2000 cast of Rocky Horror. You can also find clips of him here from Chess as the Arbiter and as the American.

  • @LARRYINNYC
    @LARRYINNYC 7 років тому +464

    This is the best version of "Hallelujah" I ever heard. The passion of this voice is worth a grammy award.

    • @tash8430
      @tash8430 6 років тому +7

      I literally just said the same thing then read your comment

    • @harrietmeaders7380
      @harrietmeaders7380 6 років тому +2

      Larry Zamparelli I totally agree.

    • @schnoomimimi
      @schnoomimimi 6 років тому +5

      Pretty sure he’s been nominated for a tony once or twice

    • @toniobroly6462
      @toniobroly6462 5 років тому +2

      The best version is of Jeff Buckley

    • @henryettakidd4641
      @henryettakidd4641 5 років тому +8

      @@schnoomimimi He has been nominated for a tony 4 times! Check out some of his interviews.

  • @KT-dz3ch
    @KT-dz3ch 6 років тому +552

    I was there that night. The entire production was a very somber, sobering affair...it was thoughtful and restrained. And then Raul Esparza came and tore the place open with this. It was not an evening for standing ovations, but everyone wanted to get up for this. I don’t think many, if any, did. But we all wanted to. Even if we sat, most eyes in the place were blurred with tears. I’m not a big sap for music, but this was too powerful to not connect with intimately and passionately.
    It was pure art and pure talent. And I don’t think the video does it proper justice.

    • @MrRichDavid
      @MrRichDavid 5 років тому +19

      Amen...good to hear from someone there.....You were blessed!

    • @michelemcfrederick8624
      @michelemcfrederick8624 5 років тому +20

      I would have given anything to have been in your shoes. You are truly blessed and thank you for sharing your viewing of this beautiful talented man.

    • @unnatural6edq
      @unnatural6edq 5 років тому +6

      I would have KILLED to have been there!! LUCKY!!!

    • @wallishenderson7382
      @wallishenderson7382 5 років тому +10

      I’m happy people there appreciated the talent. Though I really don’t know what the occasion was, I’m glad that you got to see Raul’s performance and that you really loved it because the first time I watched this I shed a few tears as well; it’s just such a beautiful performance.

    • @symposiumwineevents7044
      @symposiumwineevents7044 5 років тому +12

      Wallis Henderson it was the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

  • @davidbonfiglio5163
    @davidbonfiglio5163 6 років тому +205

    He has honed his entire physicality into an instrument of art. That is very rare in our culture, he's a national treasure, more people should know.

  • @debraethan8920
    @debraethan8920 4 місяці тому +11

    Lord, I didn't even know he could sing. This adds a whole new dimension to him. What else can he do?

  • @georgetteboone2529
    @georgetteboone2529 4 місяці тому +8

    Absolutely adore him. Miss him on SVU!!

  • @angelaprevost8179
    @angelaprevost8179 4 місяці тому +12

    Most beautiful version I 've EVER heard!❤

  • @barkerbikepirate4916
    @barkerbikepirate4916 4 місяці тому +11

    I've performed this many times on a city street corner with my hat out for a buck. There's something about most people walking by not caring that makes you feel anonymous and bold...and I spilled my heart out onto those street corners with my eyes closed sometimes and the music took over and I would weep. This is a great song to let pass through you.

  • @chicknthesticks
    @chicknthesticks 4 місяці тому +5

    Well, that was a spectacular surprise, wasn't it? Holy cats, what a gift. What a voice. What a performance.
    Thank you!

  • @dianemcguire8939
    @dianemcguire8939 4 місяці тому +8

    What a singer that was beyond perfect.

  • @poeleun
    @poeleun Місяць тому +1

    I need a hug from him. Like, every day, 15 hours long 😭 i want him to hold me

  • @christianaschmidt5044
    @christianaschmidt5044 4 місяці тому +13

    INSPIRATIONAL!!! 🙏 BEAUTIFUL! AMAZING!!! THANK YOU, MR. ESPARZA! YOUR GIFT IS FROM THE LORD... AND IS, TRULY, SPECTACULAR!!!
    PLEASE, DON'T EVER STOP SHARING YOUR TALENTS WITH THOSE OF US WHO SO ADMIRE THEM!!!
    GOD BLESS YOU, SIR!!!
    SINCERELY,
    CHRISTIANA S.,
    A LOYAL FAN IN BRANDON, MISSISSIPPI

  • @lucillemazzella1064
    @lucillemazzella1064 3 місяці тому +3

    Esparza captures every nuance, all the lust confusion, love, loss, bitterness, and broken glory that Leonard wrote into this masterpiece.

  • @paulpuiwolee8868
    @paulpuiwolee8868 9 місяців тому +5

    I'm so touched... What an artist, a soul that should get so much more recognition...

  • @roneldefriedland4110
    @roneldefriedland4110 Рік тому +40

    This is by far the best version of this song that I have heard in a VERY long time. Well done Raul.

    • @catmaxwell6691
      @catmaxwell6691 Рік тому +2

      It was definitely amazing:)
      Seeing k.d. Lang perform it live remains one of the most goose pimply experiences.

  • @kerpat
    @kerpat 6 місяців тому +4

    He sings with his whole being. I finally got to see him live in a show last weekend in Berkeley. He is transcendent. The talent. That voice. Got to meet him post show and he was kind and humble.

  • @RC-vv6nr
    @RC-vv6nr 7 місяців тому +6

    This is by far the best of the best, powerful, dynamic and certainly emotional…

  • @jacquieesposito4023
    @jacquieesposito4023 2 роки тому +59

    This is my favorite of this song. Raul Esparza is just amazing. He was down in NYC on 9-11, I believe he was on Broadway at the time. He said it had a profound effect on him. You can see that in this performance. He literally sang and emotes so much throughout the song, that he has to catch his breath at the end. It's not a sweet version, and I don't think he meant it to be. It's just a raw, powerful, gut wrenching performance, especially when you put into context what the concert was for. (Tenth Anniversary of 9-11) 9-11 was emotional for the while country but here in NYC, it was just awful. So while you may not like his screaming and growling as some called it, remember why he is even there in the first place, and what the concert was about. I do have to add, Raul Esparza is a beast!! One of my favorite Broadway singers. He gives EVERYTHING he has in every performance. 🥰

  • @shekinahglory1717
    @shekinahglory1717 Місяць тому +1

    Stunning rendition Raul stunning

  • @slimtee2
    @slimtee2 6 місяців тому +13

    Had no idea Raul had it in him. This is pure raw talent. He’s singing it like he’s at rehearsal.

  • @realisticfantasy7092
    @realisticfantasy7092 Місяць тому +2

    Few times a perfomance made me cry !
    This one did

  • @ZWD54JAJ
    @ZWD54JAJ 4 місяці тому +8

    I think I finally get this song. Wow.

  • @diablo121675
    @diablo121675 6 років тому +327

    I thought he was hot as ADA Barba, and now this! Is there such a thing as a Raul Esparza concert I can attend? I love him.

  • @christophercoles4401
    @christophercoles4401 Рік тому +37

    I saw him on Broadway years ago, so I knew he could sing, but he absolutely crushes this song. Best version I've ever heard.

  • @joyceb.8194
    @joyceb.8194 6 років тому +106

    I cry, sobbing, unashamed, every time I see and listen. Raul was awesome as Barba, but omg, he rips my heart out with this one. Singing my life to perfection. And a serious HOTTIE!

  • @debmorton3310
    @debmorton3310 Рік тому +7

    Holy cow!! He blows everyone else who has sung this out of the water!!!

    • @msjhord
      @msjhord 4 місяці тому

      Have you heard Rufus Wainwright cover it?

  • @lilyjoy7579
    @lilyjoy7579 4 місяці тому +6

    Wow wow wow. This man can wail. Amazing.

  • @francesmoran308
    @francesmoran308 4 місяці тому +3

    What an amazing voice from such a handsome man. He has the talent. Besides that, it's a great song with a deeper message.

  • @bluevioletandlilac
    @bluevioletandlilac Рік тому +6

    Holy shit, his singing is ridiculously amazing.

  • @kingofcairo4720
    @kingofcairo4720 4 роки тому +65

    If I'm ever getting married I'm saving up for Raul to sing at my wedding

  • @ManhattanTina
    @ManhattanTina Рік тому +26

    I honestly didn't think I ever needed to hear anyone sing (and often brutalize) this song again. But then I watched Esparza's pathos-driven performance and I am fully and 100 percent shook. This is what it's all about. (It helps I still remember his very confessionary and touching article in the NYT so many years ago about his personal life.) Lovely.

  • @joytaylor5685
    @joytaylor5685 4 місяці тому +5

    Wow what a voice. Made me cry.

  • @Schwansonian_Townsonian
    @Schwansonian_Townsonian 3 місяці тому +1

    I keep coming back to this. 23 years later. STILL. One of the best performances, I don't think he acted at all, of all time. Up there with Freddy Mercury, and Prince. This is amazing and should be preserved for all time.

  • @LittleMissV
    @LittleMissV 4 роки тому +80

    I loved this guy as Chilton. He’s my favorite Chilton thus far. The King of Sass!

  • @janeterry8236
    @janeterry8236 Рік тому +10

    There are no superlatives adequate to describe Raul Esparza's otherworldly performance of "Hallelujah." It is the definitive version of an iconic song. Once in a great while, a singer comes along who was born to sing a song, and Raul Esparza and "Hallelujah" are that singer and that song.

  • @christina-zh3vh
    @christina-zh3vh Рік тому +16

    Had no idea ADA Barba could sing.. love 😍

  • @runadog5227
    @runadog5227 4 місяці тому +2

    This is my favorite song and had no idea of his singing talent. He was amazing!!!

  • @MeridithStrand
    @MeridithStrand 5 місяців тому +6

    I've been a Raul fan for years and was so excited when he joined SVU. His talent is truly extraordinary - especially in this song. For me, the gold standard of Hallelujah was Jeff Buckley's version. Kind of untouchable. This song has meant so much to my life that I've asked that it be played at my funeral. But after hearing Raul's version the whole song changed for me because he made every lyric mean something and told a story. I cannot stop sobbing. Thanks you, Raul

  • @KatHooligan
    @KatHooligan 6 років тому +175

    I'm so glad Barba is pursuing his dream as a professional singer:')

    • @gyomartin7949
      @gyomartin7949 9 місяців тому +1

      His more of a Broadway actor

  • @Lunasent
    @Lunasent 6 років тому +272

    It's only been a month and I already miss him on Law&Order SVU. Have fun on Broadway but come back soon!

    • @littlek920able
      @littlek920able 6 років тому +15

      Lunasent I cried like a baby on his last episode 😢

    • @nothanks2575
      @nothanks2575 6 років тому +4

      Is he coming back?

    • @Lunasent
      @Lunasent 6 років тому +1

      OMG SAME!!!!

    • @Lunasent
      @Lunasent 6 років тому +15

      They left the window open for him. So I freaking HOPE so! I'm a hardcore Barson shipper!

    • @savanaofray4426
      @savanaofray4426 6 років тому +6

      Lunasent ,if he doesn't come back it safe to say I'm never watching any other episode except the ones he's in my fav episode is "gone baby gone" cuz he hugged Benson and was so supportive

  • @DebbyWilkins-d2n
    @DebbyWilkins-d2n 3 місяці тому +2

    I have a whole new respect for this man. Incredible.

  • @analucca465
    @analucca465 2 роки тому +7

    He's a complete actor and Singer! Congratlations from Brazil

  • @donnarose56
    @donnarose56 4 місяці тому +3

    WOW! He was incredible! 😮

  • @batbabe1507
    @batbabe1507 Рік тому +18

    I've literally heard every version of this, even Josh Groban's. I have been a massive fan of JG for 15yrs, yet Raul's version is the absolute best. He's amazing. The pure, raw emotion sells this better than any other performer's version.

  • @leticialagunas.6312
    @leticialagunas.6312 Рік тому +10

    Este hombre es increíble. Carismático, hipnótico, excelente actor y cantante... Se le puede pedir más? Orgullo de nuestros hermanos cubanos. Felicitaciones de parte de una argentina que lo admira tremendamente ❤️

  • @anarreed
    @anarreed Рік тому +4

    Beautiful, I was exhausted for him at the end!

  • @aaronjackson2126
    @aaronjackson2126 Рік тому +10

    I didn't think he could sing. I almost shed a tear because of this music.

  • @Cooks27
    @Cooks27 Рік тому +3

    This performance brought me to tears…love is not a victory march

  • @lindaprantil1004
    @lindaprantil1004 2 роки тому +33

    I've heard this song performed by Bon Jovi and he did a beautiful rendition of it, but Raul takes it to another level....He actually gives me the chills.... It's raw, emotional and so heartfelt. Just beautiful. What a gift this man has.

  • @eduardom.8766
    @eduardom.8766 6 років тому +133

    One of the only renditions of Hallelujah that captured the late Leonard Cohen’s emotion and gusto.
    Perfect.

  • @joycebuckalew7522
    @joycebuckalew7522 4 місяці тому +1

    I loved this!!❤ He is so talented and so humble. He puts his very being in this song. BRAVO

  • @irenewilson2790
    @irenewilson2790 Рік тому +7

    I've only discovered this past week that this guy could sing, and boy can he sing this! This brought me to tears, it was the most moving version I've heard in years. Absolutely loved it. Well done Raul ❤

  • @heyhoheha
    @heyhoheha Рік тому +9

    i think i’m watching this for the 10th time now and i’m still extremely impressed and moved by raúl’s vocals

  • @jacobmccain8794
    @jacobmccain8794 Рік тому +9

    This is the best version of this song I’ve ever heard now in my opinion!

  • @debraalswager9528
    @debraalswager9528 4 місяці тому +2

    Goosebumps. This is incredible!!!

  • @cynthiacopland8634
    @cynthiacopland8634 2 роки тому +8

    Passionate singer & commanding performer gets me every time
    ♥️♥️♥️

  • @_EchoSilverWolf_
    @_EchoSilverWolf_ 4 місяці тому +2

    Wow! That was phenomenal! One of my favorite songs and you rarely see that many of the verses done! Best male cover that I've heard 👏❤

  • @menchielota8304
    @menchielota8304 6 років тому +45

    If this is how he winds up after a stressful day at court... am speechless.

  • @terrylynn7588
    @terrylynn7588 4 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely the best I've ever heard.

  • @krissymconnorsvlog7321
    @krissymconnorsvlog7321 Рік тому +35

    He has the voice for the phantom of the opera! He would of been perfect as the phantom!!!!
    I never knew barba can sing from svu . ❤️🥰

    • @dmdm528
      @dmdm528 Рік тому

      Exactly ! He would be an excellent Phantom. And they gave the part for the movie adaptation to sby who can neither sing or act.

    • @NDRougier
      @NDRougier Рік тому

      That was my first thought, too!

    • @julielashomb4370
      @julielashomb4370 11 місяців тому

      Or Jean Valjean in Les Mis 😍

  • @sallyhulgan907
    @sallyhulgan907 4 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely beautiful and soul crushing and inspiring

  • @starbuckhan
    @starbuckhan 6 років тому +85

    Raul seriously needs to release an album!!!

  • @Malindams
    @Malindams Рік тому +7

    From 4:23 to 4:55 Raul makes this song his own and defies anyone to EVER sing it again. It is now officially HIS song, mic drop!

  • @mina233
    @mina233 Рік тому +6

    This and Tommy Johansson's performances are completely touching and mesmerizing.

  • @itsmedrawpower
    @itsmedrawpower 8 місяців тому +2

    Nonono que hombre que bombon, es el actor mas talentoso que conozco 😍

  • @barbwarner9528
    @barbwarner9528 2 роки тому +8

    Wow... this guy is the entire package!!! Beautiful rendition

  • @beckic54
    @beckic54 5 років тому +82

    Wow, just wow! Now I want to see him portray Javert in "Les Miserables".

    • @devinmceachern6619
      @devinmceachern6619 5 років тому +8

      Daniel DeRey he’s one of the few who could do both, he’s got damn good vocal range. But I’m pretty sure he’s naturally a Baritone so maybe Javert would suit him best.

    • @PatriciaMoreno-ff8pr
      @PatriciaMoreno-ff8pr 4 роки тому +1

      Beckie C...That would be awesome. Great piece of art Les Miserables, and great characterJavert. Who would play Valjean opposite him ? He's really the best character and hero for me ! How about if Raul E plays Valjean instead ?

    • @UnicornsandFaeries
      @UnicornsandFaeries 3 роки тому

      He would be unbelievably awesome in such a role. This guy can do ANYTHING!

    • @suethatcher9906
      @suethatcher9906 4 місяці тому

      o​@@devinmceachern6619

  • @maryboehm8428
    @maryboehm8428 2 роки тому +6

    He gave the best performance of this song that I've ever heard

  • @bb22602
    @bb22602 5 років тому +112

    He looks kinda stunned at the end - "Did I just do that?"

    • @a1laurie
      @a1laurie 3 роки тому +10

      He’s coming out of his immersion into the song. Truly an artist.

  • @ammaopoku5397
    @ammaopoku5397 4 роки тому +21

    I just know him as ADA Barba...Raul Esparza is so much more than we think he his. This song moved me in so many ways. He took us on a journey and I was walking with him all the way. What a journey it was. Heart wrenching, painful. I absolutely love this song... it's one of my favourites and he sung the hell out of it. AMAZING! AND POWERFUL!

  • @jennybrandt5188
    @jennybrandt5188 Рік тому +6

    He is so talented. I love listening to him sing and have also enjoyed watching him on "Law & Order."

  • @M.Kpunkt
    @M.Kpunkt Рік тому +6

    ❤️‍🔥 again and again and again....✨✨✨ love this voive and this song and this and this incredible man... by far the best, most emotional, honest and beautiful interpretation of this song.. love you Raúl ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

  • @pennyarmstrong8541
    @pennyarmstrong8541 4 роки тому +11

    I'm a purist and no one can sing his song like Leonard... BUT.. holy Moses this is amazing, so many copies but this must be the best.... Respect, this is passionate, real and beautiful.
    Thank you Raul..xx