"Still Breathing" from Mija, a new musical - Evynne Hollens

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  • Опубліковано 29 жов 2017
  • Evynne Hollens sings the first single from Mija, a new musical (formerly titled Milagro)
    Music and Lyrics by Anna Gilbert
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    Music and Lyrics by Anna Gilbert
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    Official Website: annagilbertmusic.com/
    Learn more about MIJA, a new musical
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    Videography & coloring: Jimmy Bates
    Track mix: David Michael Frank
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    Thank You so much to Lane Community College for letting us use the beautiful Ragozzino Performance Hall!
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    Lyrics:
    How can I be found
    If I don’t know where I am?
    How can I start over
    When I don’t know where to begin?
    I had a place to call home
    But I’d never felt so lost
    A picture perfect life of lying
    And they didn’t know that I was dying
    See, I left everything behind
    A husband I could call mine - kind of
    And that’s a problem
    And yeah, everybody’s got 'em
    But
    I’m not one to up and quit
    And I got tired of faking it
    Escaped into the night just...
    To finally be the girl who says
    Yes to what she feels instead
    No more breaking into pieces on the ground
    I have heard that there's a light in me
    Like mighty fire that’s burning free
    So I’ll chase it till the day my heart stops beating
    They can wish that I would die - But I’m still breathing
    No matter what the cost…
    I don’t wanna feel lost
    Who am I alone?
    Well, I guess I’m finding out.
    'Cuz I feel like I'm a feather floating
    Just spinning ‘round, and never knowing…
    My father showed me anger
    From a darkness deep inside
    And my mother, sweet as pretty a flower
    With no voice to stand up to his power
    See, Dad taught me to fall in line
    To pray and let my “light shine” - kind of
    And that’s a problem
    And yeah, everybody’s got ‘em
    But
    I couldn’t take another hit
    From his religion or his fist
    Escaped to the night just…
    To finally be the girl who says
    Yes to what she feels instead
    No more breaking into pieces on the ground
    I have heard that there's a light in me
    Like mighty fire that’s burning free
    So I’ll chase it till the day my heart stops beating
    They can wish that I would die - But I’m still breathing
    No matter what the cost...
    I don’t wanna feel
    Lost inside
    The what if I…
    Should’ve i…
    Could’ve i done it?
    'Cuz a wife is taught to be quiet
    So I tried to stay,
    But i couldn’t fight it
    I thought if I was saved -
    And I obeyed things would be perfect
    But the lying just isn’t worth it, when you’re hurting
    And don’t deserve it
    It feels worthless - but maybe
    It’s worth it
    If I could
    Finally be the girl who says
    Yes to what she feels instead
    No more breaking into pieces on the ground
    I have heard that there's a light in me
    Like mighty fire that’s burning free
    So I’ll chase it till the day my heart stops beating
    They can wish that I would die - but I’m still breathing
    They can wish that I would die - but I’m still breathing
    No matter what the cost…
    I don’t wanna feel lost
    I don’t wanna feel lost

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 474

  • @PeterHollens
    @PeterHollens 6 років тому +292

    This is absolutely stunning love. I'm so proud of you. I can't wait to see how far this musical goes. I know it will be amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @stuartcarlston
      @stuartcarlston 6 років тому +2

      Water finds it's all level, cream rises to the top. Like you and your wonderful wife.

    • @rebeckagaddam3474
      @rebeckagaddam3474 4 роки тому +1

      I love your love so much 😢❤️

  • @joshuajconnell2910
    @joshuajconnell2910 6 років тому +40

    Can anyone else imagine how much greater this song will be with a full orchestra?? Cannot wait for more music from this Evynne!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +3

      Thanks so much JJ. We're thrilled with the response so far!

  • @cbatchkoff17
    @cbatchkoff17 6 років тому +1

    You and Peter are going to kill it on Broadway!!!! Can't wait to hear more of your majestic voices!!

  • @melissaconner8131
    @melissaconner8131 6 років тому +5

    "No matter what the cost, I don't want to feel lost." I feel like this speaks to my soul. I so hope I get the chance to see this show!! I wish you all the luck and happiness in the world! The world needs people like you who challenge the world and follow their dreams!!!

  • @TheHoundTheFox
    @TheHoundTheFox 6 років тому +37

    The most heartfelt thing you've ever done! We are in awe

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Thanks so much you guys! So glad you liked our first song in Milagro!

  • @salamincheese
    @salamincheese 6 років тому +81

    I'm so happy to see that you're able to "be the girl who says yes" to your dreams! This was so beautiful and REAL. Can't wait to follow you on your journey with Milagro!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Thank you so much Salam. We so appreciate the support!

  • @stuartcarlston
    @stuartcarlston 6 років тому

    Unbelievable, It's not just the voice, but the staccato phrasing, the altering between voice and song. ABSOLUTELY PERFECT. The difficult tempo is perfect, the careful breathing, the sighing. The bitter laughter, the poignant pauses, the rueful phrasing. The song is so HARD, rough and stark. If it doesn't bring a tear, there is truly something wrong with you.

  • @katrinatung4329
    @katrinatung4329 6 років тому +2

    I love your voice Evynne!!!Love this song! 😍😍😍

  • @snoproblem
    @snoproblem 6 років тому +7

    That's a sad yet beautiful song, Evynne. Anna Gilbert can really write 'em, sigh. I lost myself in there for awhile.
    Broadway bound? Whoo, way to go!!

  • @communityband1
    @communityband1 4 роки тому

    Today I listened to Peter's performance of "I'm Still Here," and the word "still" made me remember that his wife once released a song with that word that I recalled being something quite special. Returning here now, I can see again why this song and this performance left that lasting impression. Peter once did a neat promotion where people covered his wonderful Christmas song. I'd love to see this song get that same exposure. This song shakes me.

  • @cksk8286
    @cksk8286 6 років тому +3

    Awe...Evynne, what a beautiful song. Thank you for sharing and to Anna Gilbert for writing it.

  • @juliestevens6931
    @juliestevens6931 6 років тому +17

    I am in tears. Anna Gilbert wrote such a great song and you delivered it so beautifully!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      Thank you Julie. We're glad you like our first song from Milagro!

  • @TheTurtleGirl
    @TheTurtleGirl 6 років тому +31

    So beautiful, Evynne! This was amazing! Sooo excited for you to be on Broadway soon ;)

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      Yes, we are thrilled and so grateful! Thank you!

  • @karlaa1Dforever
    @karlaa1Dforever 6 років тому +2

    As a Latin woman, I can’t wait to listen to the musical!!!!! I have been such a huge fan of yours for years!! I’m so so proud of you and everything you do!!!! ❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @alessandrocavazzani8818
    @alessandrocavazzani8818 6 років тому +1

    Still listening after more than a month... and everytime is a splendid new discovery. No doubts that you'll be back on Broadway soon after this holiday experience ;)

  • @Brittani_13
    @Brittani_13 Місяць тому

    Sweet Evonne, you have no idea how your voice and the music and lyrics have wildly changed our lives. You have given us words to articulate how we often feel.Poverty of language is a huge barrier to feeling seen, heard, and understood, and this song gives me those precious gifts. As a person with a h/o CSA, we often feel like we're free falling with no net, and your music makes us feel so subjectively-held. We've shared this song with friends, our therapist, peers from support groups, fellow survivors, etc. Keep singing - you're changing lives. The Butterfly Effect is real 🦋

  • @sunflowr0803
    @sunflowr0803 6 років тому +1

    Evynne you are simply AMAZING.

  • @troyflorian8060
    @troyflorian8060 6 років тому +2

    I'm so excited to see more of this musical!! Thank you for being such an amazing inspiration Evynne.

  • @jennym4882
    @jennym4882 6 років тому

    anyone else come back like 20 times a day to rewatch this?

  • @nathancovers7229
    @nathancovers7229 6 років тому

    Evynne Hollens and Peter Hollens Congrats for getting this far in your careers. I'm sure being on Broadway will be an awesome experience for both of you.

  • @jeanblythe1595
    @jeanblythe1595 6 років тому +2

    Such an obviously heartfelt song, it cannot be ignored. You have a beautiful way of singing this, and Anna did such an honest way of writing this, you both deserve so much success. I want to know the rest of the story, and hope this song takes you both so far. Well done :)

  • @MovieMation
    @MovieMation 6 років тому +5

    I have lost count of how many time's I've listened to this, it's​ amazing!

  • @MrsAbigailMiller
    @MrsAbigailMiller 6 років тому +2

    Someone accidentally missed the like button.
    I don't know how anyone could dislike this beautiful masterpiece. You are a wonder, Evynne.

  • @meganfrigerio2274
    @meganfrigerio2274 6 років тому +7

    Amazing job Evynne! I'm actually a vocal magnet student at my school and your vocal training videos I use as reference to warm up the class. I even use them for my practice. I currently don't take voice lessons but I hope too. You are so amazing 😊😊😊

  • @misstessamaye
    @misstessamaye 6 років тому +17

    The passion... wow!

  • @Kurligirl270
    @Kurligirl270 6 років тому +2

    beautiful! I look forward to hearing more from Milagro!

  • @guyzyla5818
    @guyzyla5818 6 років тому +3

    Simply Wonderful - Congratulations Evynne and Anna :)

  • @lexielou2341
    @lexielou2341 6 років тому +1

    Rewatching this video and still getting chills @evynnehollens ❤️

  • @Daniela-fp4hr
    @Daniela-fp4hr 6 років тому

    Still in love with this stunning song! Everytime I hear it the emotions catch me and I get lost somewhere between the lyrics and chords. It's amazing and I can't wait to hear more from this musical!

  • @AMoniqueOcampo
    @AMoniqueOcampo 6 років тому +13

    I'm really intrigued about this musical! Have fun on Broadway!

  • @mariejoseepitre409
    @mariejoseepitre409 6 років тому

    I literally listened to it 6x in a row... Such a heartfelt song that many women can relate to, I think ! Beautiful, I can't wait to hear the others to come !!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Oh, how nice, Marie. Thanks for your support.

  • @joycescott5880
    @joycescott5880 3 роки тому

    I wish I could see it on Broadway! Not only is the the song beautiful but your voice makes it come alive in my heart and sole.

  • @ananonymousidiot3156
    @ananonymousidiot3156 6 років тому +17

    WOW.JUST WOW. Your voice is just so beautiful. The way you sang this song was so heartfelt and it takes you on a journey, your voice. And the lyrics too are so beautiful. Anna Gilbert is truly talented. The lyrics and your voice together will leave the people speechless as they have left me now. Best of luck for Milagro!

    • @annagilbertmelodies
      @annagilbertmelodies 6 років тому +3

      Thank you! :) So glad you like it! :)

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +2

      Thank you so much! We are so excited for this musical journey!

  • @lexielou2341
    @lexielou2341 6 років тому +1

    Oh my goodness Evynne.... I wanna cry this is so beautiful!! 😭😍❤️ you and Anna did such an incredible job I cannot WAIT to see and hear more from Milagro!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Thank you Lexie. We are really excited about it as well.

  • @michaelaalcordo1614
    @michaelaalcordo1614 6 років тому +19

    This is so so beautiful! I can't wait to hear more of the music from this musical!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      More coming eventually. Thank you Michaela!

  • @Maiya696
    @Maiya696 6 років тому +1

    Breathless...totally beautiful.

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      So thrilled you liked it! Thank you!

  • @katebrennan6937
    @katebrennan6937 6 років тому +3

    I’m crying... so beautiful. ❤️🎶

  • @girlonabookshelf4922
    @girlonabookshelf4922 6 років тому +1

    I'm not crying, YOU'RE CRYING!

  • @belladuncan5642
    @belladuncan5642 6 років тому

    The only problem I have is that I can already tell I am going to be obsessed with this musical. Stunning job it is so powerful!!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      It is a powerful story! Can't wait to share all of it eventually. Thank you Bella!

  • @RamseyK
    @RamseyK 6 років тому +2

    Wow wow wow, if this is any indication of what's to come, i'm hooked and so excited! Amazing job to you and Anna! Can't wait to hear more!

  • @philipmccarty7571
    @philipmccarty7571 6 років тому +2

    Love this, can t wait to hear more of the Musical ! Love musicals, grew up with them in the US, so glad to follow this from Germany via You Tube !

  • @MovieMation
    @MovieMation 6 років тому +1

    Love it Evynne!!! Wish I could go and watch the Broadway show but I'm in the UK. All the best with it and looking forward to hearing more songs from it!

  • @LeWaso_
    @LeWaso_ 6 років тому

    I am in tears, it is beautiful. You sing directly into people's heart, this is a precious gift you are giving us. I love you Evynne thank you

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Your support is what keeps me going. Thanks.

  • @aubreyfagnano4015
    @aubreyfagnano4015 6 років тому +11

    Oh this song was so beautiful!!! I'll be seeing you and Peter on Broadway on December 1st! I cannot wait!!!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Wonderful! Thanks Aubrey! We're excited!

  • @swtwilm
    @swtwilm 6 років тому

    Anna and Evynne, Great work! Beautiful song. Wonderful statement. Everybody, keep breathing!!!

  • @evangelinavdb4479
    @evangelinavdb4479 6 років тому +1

    Thanks Evynne and Anna for this beautiful song! I'll wait for more :D

  • @MichelleCzarneckiakaBoogawes
    @MichelleCzarneckiakaBoogawes 6 років тому +2

    WOW. Your voice is incredible and I will be following your journey through Milagro!

  • @naomiswart3760
    @naomiswart3760 6 років тому +2

    Such a powerful song! Love it

  • @ckirawikoff8855
    @ckirawikoff8855 6 років тому +1

    Beatiful! I think it would be so cute if you and Peter sang When We're together from the new frozen short

  • @mariadelrosariorosassanche6904
    @mariadelrosariorosassanche6904 6 років тому +4

    Great song , ever shine for all the life

  • @UniaWeird
    @UniaWeird 6 років тому

    I have a feeling this is going to be my new favorite musical. JUST AMAZING. Please come to Europe with this one! ;)

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      A wonderful compliment. Europe? Wow! Thanks, Unia.

  • @fandomexpecto5203
    @fandomexpecto5203 6 років тому

    amazing! i'm not a huge fan of musicals, but recently, with the greatest showman........yes!!
    the key change. the piano as the only instrument. the LYRICS. pretty powerful. i really hope this gets the recognition it deserves.

  • @rayamay7610
    @rayamay7610 6 років тому

    ......WOW. That's a powerful song. I'd love to hear more of it.

  • @sparklysyndi
    @sparklysyndi 6 років тому +1

    This song is so incredibly beautiful! Im so excited for this musical I can't wait to hear more! C:

  • @AvilaDreamer
    @AvilaDreamer 6 років тому

    Oh my, Evynne! What a fantastic song! I can't wait to hear more from MILAGRO! So very honored that your shared this with us! This musical will certainly be a huge success! And how wonderful for you and Peter to be performing on Broadway... BROADWAY!!! Wow... You guys are such cornerstones in the cover-music industry. You've given so much. I am so happy for you to be expanding in all these great ways! My boys and I send love and support and blessings to you both!! See you soon! xo

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      Thanks so much for your kind comments and support. It means a great deal to us!

  • @HannahAberin
    @HannahAberin 6 років тому +12

    I love this piece! Can’t wait to hear what the rest of the musical sounds like! I cannot wait for your Bway debuuuutttt!!! See you on the 19th :)

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Thanks Hannah! We are so excited and grateful for the opportunity!

  • @ritaazevedo4145
    @ritaazevedo4145 6 років тому +1

    There are actual tears on my face !! I love this so much

  • @isahdabilynbitanga9495
    @isahdabilynbitanga9495 6 років тому +1

    this is me!!! well i had loving parents but u know the jist of the song is soooo my life!!!!!!!

  • @darleehart9782
    @darleehart9782 6 років тому

    Wooooooooooow! I'm...I'm not crying. *turns away to hide tears and goosebumps*

  • @Erin-rb1ti
    @Erin-rb1ti 6 років тому +2

    So beautiful!

  • @NigelFowlerSutton
    @NigelFowlerSutton 6 років тому

    Wow! This is such a beautiful, sad song and I have a tear in my eye. Thank you so much Evynne for sharing this with us! You nailed it! Nigel

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      Thanks so much Nigel! Glad you liked it!

  • @TechGirl84
    @TechGirl84 5 років тому

    Man, this song is so emotional, and powerful! And you sang it so beautifully, Evynne!

  • @Cailus3542
    @Cailus3542 6 років тому

    Just like always, it's utterly incredible. It's easy to take this quality for granted, actually. I really wish I could afford to visit New York and watch Milagro, but regardless, I'm sure it'll be great. Thank heavens we live in an age where this kind of magic can reach across the pond to France.

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      Well, we're just at the beginning stages of writing Milagro. In a perfect world, maybe we can perform it in France someday.

  • @SweetGinny123
    @SweetGinny123 6 років тому +2

    Amazing as usual, Evynne

  • @emmajane-fandom
    @emmajane-fandom 6 років тому +1

    This is so truly amazing. I look at the lyrics to sing along. So much emotion and feel in it as well, ah!

  • @ahauswal
    @ahauswal 6 років тому +1

    What a gorgeous song!! Beautiful!

  • @GeorgiaMitchellB327
    @GeorgiaMitchellB327 3 роки тому

    You sing this so beautifully. Every time I hear it, it makes me cry. What a performance!

  • @lovenmudden701
    @lovenmudden701 6 років тому +2

    Just a simply beautiful song. Pure, powerful, perfect.

  • @kaitlinmaxfield350
    @kaitlinmaxfield350 6 років тому +2

    WOW. So real. So moving. Can't wait to hear more from this! I'm addicted already!

  • @heatherwoolf3271
    @heatherwoolf3271 6 років тому +1

    Such a beautiful song 💗

  • @ginnynilsen5106
    @ginnynilsen5106 Рік тому

    Fantastic music, lyrics and vocals…. On to broadway❤

  • @suespike381
    @suespike381 6 років тому +3

    Just beautiful, Evynne.

  • @sandraberger3292
    @sandraberger3292 6 років тому +2

    Wonderful. ❤️😊

  • @wendybolenna6325
    @wendybolenna6325 6 років тому +1

    I'm realy happy for the video! I love it! Congratulations Evynne!! Greetings from México!!

  • @KantiSaper
    @KantiSaper 6 років тому

    Wow. Really, just wow. If this is just one of the songs from the musical, I cannot wait to hear the rest.

  • @missbee6051
    @missbee6051 6 років тому +2

    Awesome!!!

  • @roninelenion4805
    @roninelenion4805 6 років тому

    Congratulations on making it to Broadway! You're both amazing!
    And this song is just incredible. The lyrics were powerful and Evynne, you sound just like a dream.

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому

      With supporters like you, we look forward to Broadway and whatever follows. Thanks, Ronin.

  • @adam_g.
    @adam_g. 6 років тому +1

    This is amazing! Already the musical seems great, if only from this song! I can't wait to see more, and congrats about Broadway!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      Thank you so much Adam! A lot of exciting things happening these days!

  • @jenniferdibble8085
    @jenniferdibble8085 6 років тому +2

    This is so beautiful, i absolutely love it!

  • @nathalynek9845
    @nathalynek9845 6 років тому +1

    Your singing is wonderful and inspiring.

  • @Lurker1954
    @Lurker1954 6 років тому +1

    Best yet, Kid!

  • @lindajones8253
    @lindajones8253 6 років тому +1

    Amazing song. I love the emotion you put into it. Great voice.

  • @naomiperkins8222
    @naomiperkins8222 6 років тому +2

    Evynne, this is STUNNING. ❤ Anna has such a beautiful talent and you executed it wonderfully. 😍

  • @JoanieandJenniB
    @JoanieandJenniB 5 років тому

    Came here from your most recent song from MILAGRO and sheesh. This hit me hard. I'm in this phase of life right now where I'm changing constantly and life is changing and it's so scary. But I'm slowly figuring out who I am and what I want. This song was that for me. This song truly hit the deepest part of my soul and I'm going to play it on repeat for a long, long while. Good luck on your musical, Evynne! I can't wait to see it!

  • @CherylannHawk
    @CherylannHawk 6 років тому

    Oh so lovely!

  • @TheFamousDaniel
    @TheFamousDaniel 6 років тому +2

    Surpasses my expectations as always, absolutely beautiful vocals, and a really good song! You’re gonna go a long way with thisss!!!

    • @EvynneHollens
      @EvynneHollens  6 років тому +1

      We hope so!!!! Thanks for the support Daniel!

    • @TheFamousDaniel
      @TheFamousDaniel 6 років тому

      Evynne Hollens always here to support you!!!

  • @iris35
    @iris35 6 років тому +1

    That's awesome!

  • @ldsgirl1
    @ldsgirl1 6 років тому +1

    I love this!!

  • @fraya1022
    @fraya1022 6 років тому +5

    😍 A Monday video?! Thank you, what a pleasant gift!

  • @SmileyAllStar
    @SmileyAllStar 6 років тому

    This almost made me cry, truly a lyrical masterpiece 😍

  • @francepan4277
    @francepan4277 6 років тому +3

    This is amazing !

  • @maysabrandao2873
    @maysabrandao2873 6 років тому +1

    Simply amazing!

  • @MariaM-wp2oz
    @MariaM-wp2oz 6 років тому +1

    I am totally in love with this song, it is so beautiful and ethereal I am in shock. Breathtaking.

  • @themajesticmoose7534
    @themajesticmoose7534 6 років тому +1

    Lovely as always. Great job!

  • @AlinaSayre
    @AlinaSayre 6 років тому +2

    Amazing! I love this song and your voice!

  • @jenniferrampling6798
    @jenniferrampling6798 6 років тому +3

    Absolutely stunning! I got chills

  • @nathanisip
    @nathanisip 6 років тому +1

    A miracle indeed! Fantastic!

  • @MaxHechtman
    @MaxHechtman 6 років тому +2

    So glad I came across your channel. I really liked this first song and can hardly wait to hear more.

  • @elineaerden7980
    @elineaerden7980 6 років тому +1

    What a voice! I wish I could sing like you. Well done again! Looking forward to your next video

  • @denbarb3
    @denbarb3 3 роки тому

    Beautiful!