I watched this live and it paralyzed me. I can’t listen to anyone else sing this because Lee’s rendition cannot be matched. He was born to sing this song. For me, this is the best American Idol moment ever.
This is STILL the song I love most in Idol history. I think it could not have been better and it made me love the song as well as the artist. WTG Lee. You rocked it. I could listen to this over and over.
yeah its a good song the best version I have heard so far is by of all people a 7 ft clown its on you tube Puddles Pity party, you will probably like that one too
That was the best male version I've ever heard! Here is the best female version Watch "X Factor 2008 FINAL: Alexandra Burke - Hallelujah: FULL HD" on UA-cam ua-cam.com/video/xaWLsgxDzuw/v-deo.html In my opinion of course.
This was one of the best gifts music has blessed the world with... to this day, i seek it out to listen to... makes my heart soar every time! Thank you for this moving gift Lee DeWyze ❤ ... eternally grateful!
Well, it goes like this: The 4th, the 5th...the minor fall, the major lift... Music theory ...in the lyrics. Cannot get any more harmony than that. He did a brilliant version of a timeless classic. And he should have won.
Lee is the epitome' of an American Idol! This is the BEST I have ever heard this song performed! I'm a devoted fan of this handsome and talented young man. God Bless you Lee, you are a star and you shine so bright in America's hearts. After you sang this, tears were streaming down my face, and I couldn't hardly wait to buy your music. You are truly respected and loved Lee.........shine on!!
Saw this live and almost lost my shit. It wasn't the last round but this performance won him the season. Simon picked this song and talked about how the audience was in for something special. He was right.
He brought a different feel to this song...:) something that a lot of people weren't expecting, but never the less i have the studio version on a CD in my car..It gets me every time..WOW!
Lee murdered this song! What's amazing about him is that he owns the song he performs and he feels it. Not to mention, he's humble and simple. Incontrovertibly, the best AI winner ever! Idol.
I heard HimAt a different concert a week Ago and he saying Holly Luhia and other songs and stuff this is my very favorite song for ever and ever❤❤❤😂❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉😢😮😮😅😊😊😮He did really well singing it😂😂🎉🎉😢😢😮😅😊😢
still listening and watching this video and this is 2016. aside from the wonderful and amazing performance, i was listening intently to Simon's comment. lee's reaction,his eyes says it all. the sigh he released.....
So happy to meet him at Sacred Heart University on 3/23/11. He is amazing live, and such a gentleman when he runs into his fans. Thank you for being so polite to my daughters, Maggie & Erin. We will never forget it. ~MADDUX~
Fantastic rendition.. unreal.. you can tell he really put everything he had into it.. love seeing that in a singer. This song challenged him and he stepped up.. very cool..
This is the BEST version of Hallelujah ever performed on Idol. Lee is a performer you should see in person as he is so good!!!! I am a fan for life!!!!
I think I'll always go back to this performance when I watch Idol in years to come...this was THE moment of season 9 and I'm waiting for that moment in season 10. Epic. Simply, magnificently epic.
Lee, you will never know what this performance does for me. I am in my sick bed with massive clots and your music soothes me beyond words. thank you! Your oldest fan in Las Vegas
I must admit that I have never liked this song.... until I heard it sung by Lee Dewyze. That has got to be one of my all time favorite song choices now. That was absulutely spectacular.
Lee, this has been my favorite song since I heard you sing it on American Ideal! I wish you the best in your singing career and in life!! Keep going after it… you have an amazing voice!❤️🙏🏼
As someone who has seen him perform this live on stage, I can safely say that he definitely does the song proud. Really one of the best covers I had heard in years.
I wouldn't wish the win on Casey or Crystal but I think Lee has handled everything so well despite all the negativity that season. The fact that he is signed with Vanguard Records and created such a great new album called FRAMES speaks volumes about his musical talents and commitment to music. I bought FRAMES on iTunes and Amazon and absolutely love it! Congrats Lee in making such an awesome album that truly represents who you are as an artist!
Love this...u were my all time fav artist actual artist from American idol! Amazing! I am a fan of Philip Philips too...(but I'm a huge DMB fan...an ...need I say more) ...awesome...hope to hear more from you soon!
LOVE this. I saw someone make the comment about KD Lang. I can't even compare the two. Lee does an amazing rendition and so does KD, as far as I am concerned they are equally amazing with this song. I also watched Matthew Schuler's version on The Voice, while it was good, I didnt like it as well, his seemed more like a "performance" Lee's is from the heart, you can see it and you can hear it.
Agreed. This performance went down in Idol History. While it might sound crazy, there are certain songs that fit certain people. Not just for their voice range (soprano, alto, bass etc.), but also in terms of personality and style. This really was the perfect song for Lee.
Whether he finds stardom or not, I've have listened to many famous artist do this song, and it hasnt compared to what he did with it in this performance. This particular moment was incredible. He was meant to sing that song.
i remember when i did this song on idol, in my opinion the best performance that i can think of besides adams "mad world" but lee owned it with this show.. listening to this gives me goosebumps its such a great song..
I watched this live and it paralyzed me. I can’t listen to anyone else sing this because Lee’s rendition cannot be matched. He was born to sing this song. For me, this is the best American Idol moment ever.
There is ONE version that might be better, but this was absolutely top notch
I was 11 years old when I first heard this live. It’s 2022 and I still come back to listen to this. Never gets old.
I was like 15
Here in 2020 still the best rendition I’ve ever heard
2021
ABSOLUTELY AGREE!!! When I want to hear this song, Lee is who I choose, every time!
Give Pentatonix a listen to. They did a stellar rendition, all a cappella!
And he’s still making his own great music! So underrated! My favorite AI winner!
I agree. My go to artist for Hallelujah. ❣️
This is STILL the song I love most in Idol history. I think it could not have been better and it made me love the song as well as the artist. WTG Lee. You rocked it. I could listen to this over and over.
Gotta love Simon Cowell. He chose this song for Lee DeWyze, Simon's eye for music will never cease to amaze me
Lee sang this song the BEST ever in the whole entire WORLD!! He is so so blessed and gifted by the Lord Jesus!!
I still get goosebumps when I listen to this.......beautiful job.
yeah its a good song the best version I have heard so far is by of all people a 7 ft clown its on you tube Puddles Pity party, you will probably like that one too
i remember hearing this when it first aired and it was the first time some ones singing sent chills down my spine and brought a tear to my eye
HE has that effect.
That was the best male version I've ever heard! Here is the best female version
Watch "X Factor 2008 FINAL: Alexandra Burke - Hallelujah: FULL HD" on UA-cam
ua-cam.com/video/xaWLsgxDzuw/v-deo.html
In my opinion of course.
literally same. i am writing a paper about it right now for my composition class
Heard Lee sing this in-person last night during tour in Illinois. Don't miss his concerts!
Simon's look at the end of the song cracks me up. It's like he's saying "I told you so" Priceless. The song is amazing one of my favorite versions.
this WILL ALWAYS be my most favourite rendition of Hallelujah - I compare all version to Lee Dewyze
I agree. He really did a great job with it.
K.D. Lang is my favorite version but crap........ Lee sang the shit out of this song :)
close runner up to Pentatonix if you love this song. Loved both versions.
me too
La luna Mine too! And the look on his face when he's finished.
I first heard him when the Walking Dead used his Blackbird's Song. I've loved him every since.
This was one of the best gifts music has blessed the world with... to this day, i seek it out to listen to... makes my heart soar every time! Thank you for this moving gift Lee DeWyze ❤ ... eternally grateful!
THIS is when he won in my book...
I liked him from the beginning of the season and he won.
This is when I knew he would win!!!❤❤❤
I loved lips of an angel the Frey simple man hey Jude kiss from a rose etc many more 💙💙💙
I knew he would win when he sang Hallelujah, He is so talented. He is a stunning performer. he was only 23 at the time. Still great.
WOW THE BEST VERSION OF HALLELUJAH EVERY SERIOUSLY EVER
Love this rendition. Best I've ever heard! BRAVO!!
+Claudia Bernard I liked Matthew Schuler's version from the voice season 5 better but this was still good.
I’m here in 2024 looking your live version of this up , as it’s always been my favorite!
Lee will go down in history as the last "great" American Idol before the show turned into a game show. A VERY deserving win on Lee's part.
I went back to this because Cam Amen gave his rendition for his audition and got a Platinum Ticket. Great renditions by both Lee and Cam!
Lee, you are gifted... Do not let anyone attempt to ruin your hopes and dreams. You are gifted and you are still watched, listened to and loved!
Gives me goosebumps every time I hear this version…this is by far the best rendition out there ❤
Best song ever sang on American Idol, he made the hair stand up on my arms
agree with you totally Vicki...love his version the best of all I have heard....outstanding...it is a beautiful song...
Thank you Loretta I love it
I just showed my wife this and falling slowly. I love fs more but only a bit.
You mean goosebumps aye?
Other best is him and crystal
Best rendition of this song. Singing from the heart.
This almost brings me to tears everytime I watch it. He is awesome.
Watching this just makes me cry.... this is Just beautiful... God has blessed this man with a wonderful talent
Since he sang this, it has become my fav song ever!! ♥️♥️♥️
Well, it goes like this:
The 4th, the 5th...the minor fall, the major lift...
Music theory ...in the lyrics. Cannot get any more harmony than that. He did a brilliant version of a timeless classic.
And he should have won.
He did win
just love this song. I cant wait to see Lee in person, in concert but he needs to come somewhere closer to Bethlehem, pa. Just love his music.
I will never tire of hearing this young man singing this beautiful version!!!
Lee is the epitome' of an American Idol! This is the BEST I have ever heard this song performed! I'm a devoted fan of this handsome and talented young man. God Bless you Lee, you are a star and you shine so bright in America's hearts. After you sang this, tears were streaming down my face, and I couldn't hardly wait to buy your music.
You are truly respected and loved Lee.........shine on!!
this is one of the songs that would change his life... his opportunity to become a star has begin... Congrats Lee....!!!
Saw this live and almost lost my shit. It wasn't the last round but this performance won him the season. Simon picked this song and talked about how the audience was in for something special. He was right.
Greatest moment in Idol history to date! Love Lee. Called it, he won and deserved too.
He brought a different feel to this song...:) something that a lot of people weren't expecting, but never the less i have the studio version on a CD in my car..It gets me every time..WOW!
Lee murdered this song! What's amazing about him is that he owns the song he performs and he feels it. Not to mention, he's humble and simple. Incontrovertibly, the best AI winner ever! Idol.
WOW goose bumps and tears. Forget any other version ! This is it !
He does this beautifully, keep listening to it and each time, still love it.
NO rendition of this song brings chills like this one..still listening in 2020! It's the only version I like...priceless.
I heard HimAt a different concert a week Ago and he saying Holly Luhia and other songs and stuff this is my very favorite song for ever and ever❤❤❤😂❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉😢😮😮😅😊😊😮He did really well singing it😂😂🎉🎉😢😢😮😅😊😢
He should have a standing ovation for this. Agree?
Yes
one of the best covers so far... great interpretation
still listening and watching this video and this is 2016. aside from the wonderful and amazing performance, i was listening intently to Simon's comment. lee's reaction,his eyes says it all. the sigh he released.....
So happy to meet him at Sacred Heart University on 3/23/11. He is amazing live, and such a gentleman when he runs into his fans. Thank you for being so polite to my daughters, Maggie & Erin. We will never forget it. ~MADDUX~
Fantastic rendition.. unreal.. you can tell he really put everything he had into it.. love seeing that in a singer. This song challenged him and he stepped up.. very cool..
Best I've ever heard. I play it often. He seems to be a fine young man, I'm happy for his success.
It's hard to get any better than this. This is the reason he won the show. No doubt about it.
It's still my favorite in 2022
This was the first time I heard this song and it's been my favorite since then!! Thank you Lee Dwyze!! 💖
This is the BEST version of Hallelujah ever performed on Idol. Lee is a performer you should see in person as he is so good!!!! I am a fan for life!!!!
i never get tired of listening to this song!! I hit replay plenty of times :D
My favorite rendition of one of my favorite songs
Personally I think Lee sings this the best. So far I haven't heard anyone who has topped it yet...... Thanks Lee!
we lost Leonard, but I bet this version of his song put a huge smile on his face. My favorite version too. Thanks Lee. Thanks Leonard..........
It’s 2022 and I still search for Lee Dewyze rendition of this song.
I cry every time I watch this. Pure magic!!
I think I'll always go back to this performance when I watch Idol in years to come...this was THE moment of season 9 and I'm waiting for that moment in season 10. Epic. Simply, magnificently epic.
His voice makes my heart melt.
Lee, you will never know what this performance does for me. I am in my sick bed with massive clots and your music soothes me beyond words. thank you! Your oldest fan in Las Vegas
Years later I still tear up listening to this - Perfection!
Here Thanksgiving Day 2024 and this is still the best version ever!
man I love his voice
fanfrickentastic version of this song....simply stunning voice!! I can't wait to hear more from this man
BEST VERSION EVER. He's SOOOOOO gorgeous
Fantastic my favorite rendition.
Perfect song for his voice. Who would have thought Simon knew what he was doing....another piece of gold for Simon!!!
My favorite version of this song by far!
I must admit that I have never liked this song.... until I heard it sung by Lee Dewyze. That has got to be one of my all time favorite song choices now. That was absulutely spectacular.
If you love Hallaluyah look up the Pentatonix version. That an Lee Dywise are my two favorite versions of one of my favorite songs ever. Chills
He was raised in my town and when he’d come visit people would get so excited:)
This is my favorite song that he did on American Idol, such talent and emotion in this
stunning what an amazing version. what a talent and what a beautiful voice you deserved to win american idol. go out and deliver to all your fans
Such a beautiful version I listen to it over and over ❤️ I'm not sure if he won that season but he should have !!
Lee, this has been my favorite song since I heard you sing it on American Ideal! I wish you the best in your singing career and in life!! Keep going after it… you have an amazing voice!❤️🙏🏼
As someone who has seen him perform this live on stage, I can safely say that he definitely does the song proud. Really one of the best covers I had heard in years.
It's been 3 years since you commented this. Just sayin'
I wouldn't wish the win on Casey or Crystal but I think Lee has handled everything so well despite all the negativity that season. The fact that he is signed with Vanguard Records and created such a great new album called FRAMES speaks volumes about his musical talents and commitment to music. I bought FRAMES on iTunes and Amazon and absolutely love it! Congrats Lee in making such an awesome album that truly represents who you are as an artist!
Amazing! Best version of the song I've ever heard.
Love this...u were my all time fav artist actual artist from American idol! Amazing! I am a fan of Philip Philips too...(but I'm a huge DMB fan...an ...need I say more) ...awesome...hope to hear more from you soon!
Here in 2023 because I just listened to someone else’s cover…but all I could think about was this one. Still the best rendition I’ve EVER heard.
Best performance still to date.
There's a reason for that, my friend.
Him and Matthew Hughes are a straight tie for me on Hallelujah.
Just breathtakingly beautiful
Best rendition ever.
FANTASTIC.................BRAVO!!!!!! ENCORE
This video never gets oLd...congratulatioNs Lee
LOVE this. I saw someone make the comment about KD Lang. I can't even compare the two. Lee does an amazing rendition and so does KD, as far as I am concerned they are equally amazing with this song. I also watched Matthew Schuler's version on The Voice, while it was good, I didnt like it as well, his seemed more like a "performance" Lee's is from the heart, you can see it and you can hear it.
Favorite version of this song ive ever heard
I watch this repeatedly...inspired performance. You can see that he feels the song
This IS the best version of Hallelujah...anywhere!
I've searched for this version for a very long time 💜
Beautiful! My favorite!
best version of Hallelujah
Absolutely Awesome
hes such an amazing singer, and not that it matters but also absolutely gorgeous
Lee is sucha magnificent performer and has sucha sweet out look on life :) hes amazing
Agreed. This performance went down in Idol History. While it might sound crazy, there are certain songs that fit certain people. Not just for their voice range (soprano, alto, bass etc.), but also in terms of personality and style. This really was the perfect song for Lee.
Whether he finds stardom or not, I've have listened to many famous artist do this song, and it hasnt compared to what he did with it in this performance. This particular moment was incredible. He was meant to sing that song.
i remember when i did this song on idol, in my opinion the best performance that i can think of besides adams "mad world" but lee owned it with this show.. listening to this gives me goosebumps its such a great song..
one of my favorites ever on the show
So much talent ❤
i love coming back to watching this and remeber reading someone was at hospital this song was on and there kid was being born
This song is beyon beautiful and he does wonderful at it.. and this song has sooo much emotion and make me crys =)