My wife and son would recognise his voice in an instant. His is their favourite BSB. We’ve been to their DNA tour in Sydney this year (on my son’s birthday) and my son and wife had a blast!
@Yvette Winkler this is a late comment but Nick Carter was in the Backstreet Boys they started in '93. However autotune came out '96. So AP Wong's statement is correct.
I am reading the comments and don't understand why people think he's old. He started singing with the Back Street Boys when he was 12. He's only 42 in this video. Unfortunately, some singers lose their voices because they strain them too much, but 40-something isn't old.
He is the perfect example of how you can turn your life around, be happy, in the present and just a great father and husband! He could have gone the other way considering his parents, siblings and fame, but he didn't. Good for you Nick!! 💝💞
As weird as it is the brilliance of this show is allowing established artists to show what they’re capable of purely by voice instead of image. I was never a fan of this era but no doubt this man can sing and connect
Absolutely, without a doubt… the BEST ever! Nick has talent that is out of this world! I love his voice, but I had NO idea he could effortlessly sing so many different genres! Aerosmith and Journey had me crying… he’s unbelievable!
News flash it's 1genre Rock and Roll . Each band Journey, Aerosmith Bon Jovi are considered Rock bands .. genres are Rap, Country Rock etc so unless he sang songs other than from Rock bands he only sang 1genre. Just different bands
Yes he can singing many genre and he sang britney song in masked singer that changed crocodile image turn be sexy. im shock in a rare vidio nick sang opera in very high notes for fun thats annoyed another bsb members cause he out of line. he can eat pop,rock, r&b, EDM in the bsb albums as main singer. In vancouver nick sang rap hip hop
I am pretty sure that Robin and Nicole have to pretend sometimes. It’s cool that the wife of a boybander gets it correct. I’m happy Crocodile is the one participant I had 0 doubts about since the first season. Disappointed I doubted my other boybander but I never heard his voice prominent like Nick Carter
I met Nick Carter twice at my BFF's tattoo shop in Tampa Florida. Before I met him I didn't even listen to the Backstreet Boys, but since I have fallen in love with their music. Great to see this. - From Tampa Florida...
Since "Quit Playing Games", BSB has been a big part of my life. Hearing him singing again brings goosebumps to me. Thanks for giving us another chance to hear that golden, yet versatile voice, Nick Carter. Always a Fan here.
I suspect the panel is just fooling us. pretending that they don't know who is that masked singer. just for entertainment, they staged and dramatized the guessing segment
Ohhh somuch nostalgia 🥰🥰I grew up on backstreet boys!! Such a great childhood!! Nick was my favourite ❤❤❤❤❤❤ such a great singer!!🥰🥰🥰we love you Nick!!!😍😍😍
Real Backstreet Boys Fans knew when he start singing "Open arms". Back to the 90s Nick sang this song and it was a big thing for us fans. We remember!!
„Open arms“ was my wedding dance so this song is always very special to me. I love it sung by Journey, but Nick has just blown me away… so much passion he‘s put into it… I could listen to him like forever 🥰.
I don't believe for a second all these 'reality' shows aren't scripted from beginning to end and when they are putting forward guesses like Howie or AJ that's just to make the viewers who know yell at their screens :'D
Maybe but for me It's Brian Litrrel of Bsb ,Shane Filan WL and ofcourse Gary BarlowTt...those lead vocalist are the most versatile on their respective bands...
@@boy10413 Westlife, Backstreet Boys, Blue, Take That and Boyzone are the boybands I like the most. Who's voice you like the most is subjective. With Westlife and Backstreet Boys I can't choose one over the other band member. When it comes to an objective opinion about vocal range, pitch and versatility....It's fair to say Mark Feehily and Nick Carter are the best of their bands.
That was amazing! I love Nick and his voice and how he sang Open Arms. Which is my favorite Journey song that I got hooked to from Steve Perry. My dad got me hooked on Journey. I love Steve Perry as well. I’m 42. ❤
I would know that voice after like 2 words of singing. I've known forever that he's a big Journey fan but never have heard him sing this... wow. Just no words!
You don’t even need to know BSB to know it is Nick Carter. He is already popular in his own right! With BSB’s recent album being number 1, I hear their newer music in places vs their older stuff more since 2019! Hell yeah!
I'm an fan of the Backstreet Boys. Nick Carter if you see this I'd like send my condolences to you 💐 Rest in power Leslie & Aaron I can imagine how painful it is. Nick I'll keep you in my prayers🙏 stay strong & positive don't give up on music you inspired me
😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤Nick has the kind of voice that can pierce the coldest heart. He's soft , yet powerful!! This song showcases his range and beauty. Gosh. He makes me cry sometimes.
Watching Nick Carter pop up after he takes his mask off you can just feel how tiny those judges are compared to him in terms of Showbiz. He’s the king and they are little pawns 😎
He probably thought it would’ve been a fun experience and it looks like he had just that. Especially him saying it took him back to the beginning as if it gave him a rush.
Not really. Backstreet Boys still tour regularly. His case isn't like some of the people that have been on here. Backstreet boys can still sell out shows. They're legends!
Me to nick has always been my fav!!!!1 I always watch his stuff !! I just wish him n Aaron would have made up I really feel like deep down that could have saved Aaron he felt unloved and alone so he turned to drugs to fill a void !I hope they all become strong ! I wish I could hug you Nick xoxoxo
Nick omg thank you for singing that song from the band of journey.means the world to alot of us out here .jus saw it want to say thanks so Kool of you to do the mask of the crock a dile.really Kool.
I heard a few words that sounded like Nick, but had NO idea! I was just mesmerized by this guy singing so many different genres, with the best voice ever!
Sh*t. I was a teenage boy when BSB was huge so I guess my fandom was hidden But this dude. He can hit all the high notes and he helped cover some of the bass parts when Kevin had his hiatus. Dude has range.
I don’t mean to be this guy, but if you don’t know the voice of a man who’s rocked stages of the entire world for over 20+ years then your nuts even if you ain’t a BSB FAN everyone knows NICK CARTER
Thank you, for making this song your own with your own unique touch. The fact that you revived such a beautiful song, it made people value your talent much more.
Great performance, Nick! I bet Steve Perry and Jonathan Cain are really proud of that performance. There is an interesting backstory to "Open Arms". When Jonathan Cain first joined Journey in 1981, Steve Perry met with Jonathan and said, "I want to do a ballad." In response, Jonathan said to Steve, "Journey does ballads?" Then Jonathan started playing a song that he originally wrote for John Waite, the former lead singer of The Babys, but John Waite outright rejected the song, saying that it was "sentimental rubbish". So Jonathan played the song for Steve Perry, who said, "Too bad for John, but good for us (Journey)." So Jonathan and Steve went on to record "Open Arms" with a little reluctance from Journey guitarist Neal Schon for the album "Escape". "Open Arms" went on to become a #2 single on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982.
I am shocked. Never consider him an ok-ish singer let alone a good singer back then. But as he grows older, he has a much better control of his voice. Impressive
@@lindaachieng8652 I have heard a couple from those 2 albums. I don't know, just doesn't sound good to my ear. I will try to hear more from those 2 albums.
I cant believe how he has held onto such a youthful voice for so long! He was always my favorite 🥰
To sing like this after your voice being in use for almost 30 years is an achievement.
He has this unmistakable little squeak going into and coming out of big notes. Any BSB fan knew it was him all along. He's always been awesome.
Every BSB Fan recognize this voice from the first notes
My wife and son would recognise his voice in an instant. His is their favourite BSB. We’ve been to their DNA tour in Sydney this year (on my son’s birthday) and my son and wife had a blast!
Yeah right 😂
I agree with you 100%
Yup.
of course Nick can sing,he came from a time with no auto tune.
Autotune has been around for ages.
@Yvette Winkler this is a late comment but Nick Carter was in the Backstreet Boys they started in '93. However autotune came out '96. So AP Wong's statement is correct.
@@yvettewinkler5152 it wasn't used that often.
Not until the mid 2000's
@@ChaseLoweMusicbut they are always sings Acapella.
I need you to say it again yesss I 100% agree
He is probably one of the biggest, most talented singers they ever had on there. Nick's voice is on a whole different level for sure!
Brian howie ajay Kevin are all worldclass.Robbie Williams Blue east 17.
I differ that. Nick Lachey is better ❤
Taylor dayne blows him away
*Amber Riley enters the chat*
@@beautifulinside1668Nick Carter is a much stronger singer with good range
How is that voice not easily recognizable? Ever heard "I Need You Tonight"? He's always been an amazing vocalist.
That was always a favorite song of mine! It’s still in my playlist to this day.
Right!!
Yes very recongnizable, but I have all the BSB albums 😅 ( no I am not ashamed at all).
@@yuliavisser5435 backstreet boys
Pretty obvious it is ,
It's 90's voice. No need filter nor autotune. Still really good after decades.
Saw him live 2 weeks ago- still great live with the boys
Nick is a full package. He has beautiful face , amazing voice and tender heart. I’m your 4ever fan Nick .
Exactly what he is❤
💯✨️✨️✨️✨️💕💕💕
And he's from the era of no auto tune ,, he's a great vocalist 👌🙏
And a sexual abuser
Definitely better than Justin
I am reading the comments and don't understand why people think he's old. He started singing with the Back Street Boys when he was 12. He's only 42 in this video. Unfortunately, some singers lose their voices because they strain them too much, but 40-something isn't old.
It's not strained at all. That's soul, grit, life experience. Our singing voice as grown folks is 100 times better than we sounded in our teens
He’s 44 not 42
Oh shit, you’re right. He’s 42 in the video. You’re right right sorry.
What I love about nick is that he embraced his 90's years so much...
He is the perfect example of how you can turn your life around, be happy, in the present and just a great father and husband! He could have gone the other way considering his parents, siblings and fame, but he didn't. Good for you Nick!! 💝💞
And sexually tool advantage of his fans
FYI Nick Carter's favorite band is Journey. True fans know this!
As weird as it is the brilliance of this show is allowing established artists to show what they’re capable of purely by voice instead of image. I was never a fan of this era but no doubt this man can sing and connect
Absolutely, without a doubt… the BEST ever! Nick has talent that is out of this world! I love his voice, but I had NO idea he could effortlessly sing so many different genres! Aerosmith and Journey had me crying… he’s unbelievable!
News flash it's 1genre Rock and Roll . Each band Journey, Aerosmith Bon Jovi are considered Rock bands .. genres are Rap, Country Rock etc so unless he sang songs other than from Rock bands he only sang 1genre. Just different bands
Yes he can singing many genre and he sang britney song in masked singer that changed crocodile image turn be sexy. im shock in a rare vidio nick sang opera in very high notes for fun thats annoyed another bsb members cause he out of line. he can eat pop,rock, r&b, EDM in the bsb albums as main singer. In vancouver nick sang rap hip hop
@ J L
Yup. Makes me proud to be a Bsb fan for 24 years and to call Nick my first celebrity crush.
This is the weirdest show, but Nick can sing and if you're a BB fan...you know instantly.
Maybe jenny(wife of donny nkotb, correct if im wrong) is fan cause she knew it is nick
BSB fan
I was about to say. How did they not know???❤
@@Munecamorena93 his voice is extremely recognizable!
I am pretty sure that Robin and Nicole have to pretend sometimes. It’s cool that the wife of a boybander gets it correct. I’m happy Crocodile is the one participant I had 0 doubts about since the first season. Disappointed I doubted my other boybander but I never heard his voice prominent like Nick Carter
In love with Nick Carter 's Voice since the first day I Heard It.
Same here!
Same!!! ❤❤❤
Same
@@xavestron nick carter backstreet boys
He’s backstreet boy
I met Nick Carter twice at my BFF's tattoo shop in Tampa Florida. Before I met him I didn't even listen to the Backstreet Boys, but since I have fallen in love with their music. Great to see this. - From Tampa Florida...
This is absolutely amazing. Nick should release this as a cover
He did cover this song a long long time ago
He covers this on his now or never tour . He is amazing . His new tour who I am is fantastic .
Since "Quit Playing Games", BSB has been a big part of my life. Hearing him singing again brings goosebumps to me. Thanks for giving us another chance to hear that golden, yet versatile voice, Nick Carter. Always a Fan here.
Nick has gave his whole life to his fans. bsb music is timeless
That is one of the most recognisable voices in American pop - have no idea how most of them did not know
Of course they knew. This entire show is scripted within an inch of its life
they are paid actors doing their scripts
I felt the same way
💯
I suspect the panel is just fooling us. pretending that they don't know who is that masked singer. just for entertainment, they staged and dramatized the guessing segment
He still sounds like a teenage dream ❤️
As a 15 year long fan, I knew it was Nick Carter from his first performance!! I love him and his heart!!
Ohhh somuch nostalgia 🥰🥰I grew up on backstreet boys!! Such a great childhood!! Nick was my favourite ❤❤❤❤❤❤ such a great singer!!🥰🥰🥰we love you Nick!!!😍😍😍
Nick Carter is AMAZING!!
I really like his voice👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤩
Real Backstreet Boys Fans knew when he start singing "Open arms". Back to the 90s Nick sang this song and it was a big thing for us fans. We remember!!
yup...you can totally tell it's him from the voice lol
Remember it like yesterday ❤
I know right away for this song
My first thought when he started singing was “How does no one know who this is??!!”
@@K67115❤1 1:28
I knew it was Nick Carter by the first note. He has a way when he sings.
The Carter voice!
Face it! You didn't know it was him by the first note
@@whitneyhouston1122 Not in the first note but after a couple I knew it was him.
@@GingerChung2014 I know I was just joking and even if you did I would believe you
Love Nick's voice and music very much ❤
„Open arms“ was my wedding dance so this song is always very special to me. I love it sung by Journey, but Nick has just blown me away… so much passion he‘s put into it… I could listen to him like forever 🥰.
You and a ton of other people....very common choice sorry to say.
@@toddysurcharge771 That shows how GOOD this song actually is 😄😉👍.
@@toddysurcharge771 it’s a good song. Who cares if everyone chooses this song?
Even STEVE PERRY from Rock band “Journey” would give a bravo 👏 to this performance!
And Steve Perry has the greatest voice in the entire world 🌍!
Nick Carter has Always been SO Damn Humble! So humble! ❤
Never.he played pretend.
Who didn’t know this was Nick Carter? Right away I recognized him!
HE HAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VOICE OMG I LOVE NICK CARTER SO DAMN MUCH
This version of Open Arms is amazing! Wow!
I, am a Huge Steve Perry Fan. I love how Nick, made the Song, his Own❤ Rather, than trying to Copy " The Voice!"
How do people in the industry not recognize his voice
I imagined him featuring Steve Perry on this song
As soon as he started singing I knew it was him! His voice is iconic 90’s/00’s
Now they like kpop askwhole
Lip sync was a thing as well so many 80s and 90s singers I can make a list sing horrid live.
I don't believe for a second all these 'reality' shows aren't scripted from beginning to end and when they are putting forward guesses like Howie or AJ that's just to make the viewers who know yell at their screens :'D
Don't underestimate Nick Carter, cause he's got 1 of the best most versatile male voices‼
Maybe but for me It's Brian Litrrel of Bsb ,Shane Filan WL and ofcourse Gary BarlowTt...those lead vocalist are the most versatile on their respective bands...
@@boy10413 Westlife, Backstreet Boys, Blue, Take That and Boyzone are the boybands I like the most. Who's voice you like the most is subjective. With Westlife and Backstreet Boys I can't choose one over the other band member. When it comes to an objective opinion about vocal range, pitch and versatility....It's fair to say Mark Feehily and Nick Carter are the best of their bands.
@@ninamo7969 yeah the two that u like are just sometimes yelling,but i don't hate them yeah they are 👍👍👍
@@ninamo7969 I'd say Shane :)
I think Nick’s voice has gotten even better over the years and I just don’t even know how that’s possible!!
That was seriously good and I don’t even like boy bands , but he deserves all the respect ! Well done , well done indeed !
That was amazing! I love Nick and his voice and how he sang Open Arms. Which is my favorite Journey song that I got hooked to from Steve Perry. My dad got me hooked on Journey. I love Steve Perry as well. I’m 42. ❤
He needs to do an album of classic rock covers.
Totally second this!
You can hear it from the first note that it's nick, my boy is apparently way more underrated than I thought and also extremely robbed from his title
I so love nick carter, my childhood crush, from the Philippines 🇵🇭
I would know that voice after like 2 words of singing. I've known forever that he's a big Journey fan but never have heard him sing this... wow. Just no words!
I can't believe his range is that high! That was amazing!
Yo es la primera vez q oigo a nick carter después de más de 20 años cantar así de agudo y de bien
Nick, you're so genuine and real!! Much love to your wife and your children ❤️
Is nick not gay?
That falsetto was crazy.
a real fan knows that you are this for this for real NICK
You don’t even need to know BSB to know it is Nick Carter. He is already popular in his own right! With BSB’s recent album being number 1, I hear their newer music in places vs their older stuff more since 2019! Hell yeah!
I'm an fan of the Backstreet Boys. Nick Carter if you see this I'd like send my condolences to you 💐 Rest in power Leslie & Aaron I can imagine how painful it is. Nick I'll keep you in my prayers🙏 stay strong & positive don't give up on music you inspired me
First note- Nick Carter. Unmistakeable.
😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤Nick has the kind of voice that can pierce the coldest heart. He's soft , yet powerful!!
This song showcases his range and beauty. Gosh. He makes me cry sometimes.
Watching Nick Carter pop up after he takes his mask off you can just feel how tiny those judges are compared to him in terms of Showbiz. He’s the king and they are little pawns 😎
Every BSB fan knows that voice belongs to Nick Carter.
He will always be my favorite bsb ily nick Carter
I knew the crocodile was Nick Carter the moment I read the video's title
BRAVO Nick!!! 🎉👏👏👏🎉
Had no idea he could sing soooooo strong! He normally the softer voice in Backstreet Boys!
You've not listened to their Never Gone album (2005)
Nicks smashed some songs. He doesn't always sing soft. When Playing guitar you'll hear him belt.
If you listen to "show me the meaning of being lonely", he shows a lot of strength in his voice. Love that song!
@@wickedwings7611i bought that cd Millennium years ago! I think that was that first one I bought of theirs.
there was so much passion when he sings and he didnt win? something's wrong with the scoring.
It’s not even fair that Nick Carter is on here, 👍🏻👍🏻, voice is beautiful 🎉
He probably thought it would’ve been a fun experience and it looks like he had just that. Especially him saying it took him back to the beginning as if it gave him a rush.
Not really. Backstreet Boys still tour regularly. His case isn't like some of the people that have been on here. Backstreet boys can still sell out shows. They're legends!
Nick was really a good singer. He is a professional. wow!
was?
He always sings high notes and key changed parts in BSB albums.
He still is! He’s alive!! ❤
@@thephyuwinkyi6199nope that was Brian wth haha
He should really have a better solo artist management cause his voice is soooo good … he should be as great as Timberlake- both unique
Watching this after Aaron’s passing makes me really sad for the family
Wtf when did he passand how I'm a have to Google it
Me to nick has always been my fav!!!!1 I always watch his stuff !! I just wish him n Aaron would have made up I really feel like deep down that could have saved Aaron he felt unloved and alone so he turned to drugs to fill a void !I hope they all become strong ! I wish I could hug you Nick xoxoxo
I agree !
@@kimmiesunshinebubbles5879 wrong.. they tried to help aaron and he continuously refused the help.. don't blame Nick or anyone else..
@@JesseLeeKing Aaron passed 5/11/2021 drugs overdose ❤
Omg..his voice...love it..and such a cutie he still is
Beautiful voice.....I'm sooo impressed Nick has been blessed with an amazing vocal instrument!💕
A true performer! And he swept everyone off their feet ! A rare, beautiful rendition. He ought to record his version of this song.
Haha it’s Nick carter! His voice is beautiful
BEST he’s ever sounded EVER!!! Well maybe Circa 1999!! Wow!!!!!!! U a boss Nick
He has a great voice 🥰❤️
Nick omg thank you for singing that song from the band of journey.means the world to alot of us out here .jus saw it want to say thanks so Kool of you to do the mask of the crock a dile.really Kool.
If your REAL a fan of BSB THEN YOU RECOGNIZED NICK VOICE
I heard a few words that sounded like Nick, but had NO idea! I was just mesmerized by this guy singing so many different genres, with the best voice ever!
Omg yes that's right.
If you are a true Backstreet fan you would know it was Nick just by walking
Exactly I love bsb from the start
If you haven’t guessed who it was by this performance, you haven’t really listened enough BSB or Nick Carter. First line alreasy gave it away.
I knew that's Nick Carter the moment he started singing.
Sh*t. I was a teenage boy when BSB was huge so I guess my fandom was hidden But this dude. He can hit all the high notes and he helped cover some of the bass parts when Kevin had his hiatus. Dude has range.
Wow I love Nick Carter sing this song.
I love, love, love Nick Carter. He deserves all of the praise. His talent is impeccable. God bless you Nick and your family as well.
I don’t mean to be this guy, but if you don’t know the voice of a man who’s rocked stages of the entire world for over 20+ years then your nuts even if you ain’t a BSB FAN everyone knows NICK CARTER
Thank you, for making this song your own with your own unique touch. The fact that you revived such a beautiful song, it made people value your talent much more.
Never get's old , always get's better as times goes by , BACKSTREET'S BACK ALRIGHT ! 🔥🔥🔥
How can you not know that's Nick Carter voice of an angel ❤
I'm JUST now seeing this!!! ❤️😭❤️ Absolutely AMAZING voice!!! 🥰
he should have won this season!!! Journey is his fave band! i love nick and have followed him from the beginning
Great performance, Nick! I bet Steve Perry and Jonathan Cain are really proud of that performance. There is an interesting backstory to "Open Arms". When Jonathan Cain first joined Journey in 1981, Steve Perry met with Jonathan and said, "I want to do a ballad." In response, Jonathan said to Steve, "Journey does ballads?" Then Jonathan started playing a song that he originally wrote for John Waite, the former lead singer of The Babys, but John Waite outright rejected the song, saying that it was "sentimental rubbish". So Jonathan played the song for Steve Perry, who said, "Too bad for John, but good for us (Journey)." So Jonathan and Steve went on to record "Open Arms" with a little reluctance from Journey guitarist Neal Schon for the album "Escape". "Open Arms" went on to become a #2 single on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982.
I, Love you❤❤❤❤❤
Nick carter you are cool 😎 Boys
Son good. Singer i love your musique 🎵
XX 💋 fan Canada 🇨🇦 tanya ❤❤❤❤
Another Nick's falsetto during Québec's Masked singer few days ago. Wonderful!
Adorable kitty Sphynx😍
The song was sooooo great
First time hearing this, he sounds good.
For me, Nick's voice is the male version of Britney's voice ❤
For me looks like broters!
Gosh, no!
I love you Nick carter my favorite boy band ever backstreetboys 😉😘
He really had a beautiful voice. His eyes were kind.
I Luv him
I love this guy and his talent
Caramba como o Nick só melhorou, além de continuar lindo, minha paixão da adolescência 🥰
Soooooo beautiful tears fallen omg
Wow Nick your voice is so beautiful ❤
I am shocked. Never consider him an ok-ish singer let alone a good singer back then. But as he grows older, he has a much better control of his voice. Impressive
Listen to BSB albums past Black and Blue. Never Gone (2005) has a rock vibe to it.. also Unbreakable (2007).
@@lindaachieng8652 I have heard a couple from those 2 albums. I don't know, just doesn't sound good to my ear. I will try to hear more from those 2 albums.
Emotional saying that his joy comes fron taking care of his family. He puts family higher than singing.
Lovely
Amazing...amazing voice & singer.
I KNEW IT! Especially since it's in the title of the video!
If you were a BSB fan in your teenage years, you’d know it was Nick.
Jak można było nie poznać Nick Carter,pierwsze jego słowa i już wiedziałam, że to on. Najlepszy ❤️
It waa beautiful this song was made for him amen
Nick's voice is unmistakable! PURE talent! Wish him the best!